The Hind Hotel fire safety fine serves as a stark reminder that heritage and safety must coexist, even within the tourism sector. In a significant enforcement action, this 17th-century hotel in Wellingborough was penalised £75,000 for failing to address critical fire safety issues related to its malfunctioning fire alarm system. Beyond the financial consequences, the incident underscores broader building safety compliance issues that heritage properties face, revealing the delicate balance between preservation and modern safety standards.
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