England | Business owner fined over £12,000 for fire safety violations

April 25, 2025

Fire Industry Authority | A hospitality business owner has been fined over £12,000 after serious fire safety breaches were discovered during inspections in 2023.

 

Simon Floyd, the owner of The Tree Inn located in Stratton, Bude, has been fined a total of £12,775 after being found guilty of multiple fire safety breaches. The Cornwall Fire and Rescue Service discovered these breaches during inspections of the guest accommodations at his establishment in May and September of 2023.

During their inspections, officials noted several serious violations, including inadequate fire detectors and smoke alarms, and a blocked escape route impeded by an air conditioning unit. Additionally, the premises lacked properly installed fire doors where they were crucially needed.

Following these findings, Floyd faced legal proceedings and admitted guilt to four charges under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 at Bodmin Magistrates’ Court.

The court handed down an £8,000 fine and ordered Floyd to cover full costs of £2,755 along with a £2,000 victim surcharge. Since the initial inspections, all identified issues have been corrected.

— Accurate at time of publication | April 2025

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