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flag UK to restrict wood-burning stoves to cut PM2.5 pollution and meet 2030 EU standards.

flag The UK Labour government is introducing stricter regulations on wood-burning stoves and solid fuel heating to reduce PM2.5 air pollution, aiming to meet EU standards by 2030. flag The updated Environmental Improvement Plan sets a target of 10ug/m³ annual PM2.5 levels, down from 25ug/m³, and includes plans to restrict wood burning to approved stoves in smoke control areas, potentially banning older, high-emission models. flag While existing stoves won’t be outlawed, new appliances must meet tighter emissions standards. flag A public consultation will shape final rules, with enforcement and habitat restoration goals also emphasized. flag The move follows concerns over air pollution’s role in 43,000 premature deaths annually.

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