Sign up Thank you for subscribing We have more newsletters Show me See our privacy noticeA council is planning to ban barbecues in open spaces over fears they contribute to global warming. Brighton and Hove City Council, which is run by the Green Party, said the move is part of an action plan to tackle climate change and make the seaside resort carbon neutral by 2030. A Brighton resident said: "A BBQ ban is a step too far. But others supported the plans saying too many disposable barbecues are left on the beach and blight the city. Brighton and Hove City Council said the proposals were in their very early stages, were part of a raft of new environmental schemes under consideration and would go to a consultation at a later date .

Source: Daily Mirror March 19, 2021 17:58 UTC