Half of UK Households Unaware of '8am to 1pm' Saturday Rule Which Could Result in £5,000 Fine

People face £5,000 fine for breaking '8am to 1pm' rule on Saturdays

New research found that almost half of UK citizens are unaware of the household noise laws designed to prevent excessive disturbances

UK households risk £5,000 fines over breaking '8am to 1pm' rule on Saturdays

A new survey has found that 48 per cent of Brits are unaware of household noise laws which prohibit any excessive noise - and breaching these laws could lead to a hefty fine

Half of UK households unaware of '8am to 1pm' Saturday rule which could result in £5,000 fine

Experts are urging people to be aware of the law

UK households may face £5,000 fine over breaking '8am to 1pm' rule on Saturdays

The restriction covers a wide range of common noise sources including loud music, parties, barking dogs, vehicle noises and machinery sounds such as lawnmowers and even washing machines.