Cumbria family put at risk by illegal gas work, HSE warns
A Cumbria family was left without heating for six weeks after an unregistered engineer performed illegal gas work that caused multiple leaks. The Health and Safety Executive is using this case to warn the public against hiring unqualified workers during Gas Safety Week.
Why it matters
It underscores the critical importance of regulatory compliance in home maintenance and the rising trend of illegal gas work prosecutions.
0 Comments --> 3 Gas leaks leave Cumbria family without heating after illegal boiler work Lee Lancaster (pictured) was sentenced for breaching Gas Safety Regulations <i>(<span class="truncate"><span class="truncate-preview">Image: Health and Sa<span class="truncate-full-screen">fety Executive)</i></span></span></span>
Gas leaks leave Cumbria family without heating after illegal boiler work Lee Lancaster <i>(Image: Health and Safety Executive)</i>
Gas leaks leave Cumbria family without heating after illegal boiler work A boiler fitted by Lee Lancaster <i>(Image: Health and Safety Executive)</i>
0 Comments This article is brought to you by our exclusive subscriber partnership with our sister title USA Today, and has been written by our American colleagues. It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald. A South Cumbria family was left without heating and hot water for six weeks after illegal gas work caused three gas leaks at their home, as safety chiefs warn householders not to risk hiring unregistered engineers.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in