Homeowners warned roof maintenance could land a £5,000 fine

If you’re planning any maintenance work on your roof in the run-up to the colder months, then legal experts say you need to check for bats, as this could land you with a hefty fine of up to £5,000 per bat.

Bat populations have declined massively in the UK over the past century, which is why it’s more important than ever to know how to attract bats and make your wildlife garden hospitable for them.

Bats are protected by law in the UK, so if you disturb any that might be roosting in your roof by carrying out any maintenance, you risk breaking the law. This is everything you need to know.