In Switzerland, Heating Rooms Above 19C May Be Legally Punishable
Maybe 3 years in the slammer.
“Switzerland considers JAILING [caps mine] anyone who heats rooms above 19C for up to three years if the country is forced to ration gas due to Ukraine war
The country could also give fines of up to 3,000 Swiss Francs (£2,667)
In gas-heated buildings, water could not be heated to more than 60C (140F)
Radiant heaters would be banned and saunas and swimming pools would have to be cold
Likely that the proposed measures will be subject to challenges and disputes
By OLIVIA DEVEREUX-EVANS FOR MAILONLINE
PUBLISHED: 23:09 AEST, 7 September 2022 | UPDATED: 23:30 AEST, 7 September 2022
Switzerland is considering jailing anyone who heats their rooms above 19C for up to three years if the country is forced to ration gas due to the Ukraine war.
The country could also give fines to those who violate the proposed new regulations.”
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