# Bonkers Britain

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- Book: [Bonkers Britain](https://www.bookquiver.com/will-jackson/bonkers-britain) ([Bonkers Britain.md](https://www.bookquiver.com/will-jackson/bonkers-britain.md))
- Authors: [Will Jackson](https://www.bookquiver.com/will-jackson)
- Publisher: summersdale_division
- Medium: ebook
- ISBN: 978-17-8372-010-1
- Published: 2013-11-04
- Language: en_GB
- Binding: E-book

## Description

Have you heard of the country whose schools have banned the use of egg boxes and loo rolls in craft lessons as they pose a health risk (they could be carrying salmonella, don’t you know), and removed pear trees from a picturesque lane because they were too dangerous? No? It’s Britain! This laugh-out-loud collection of ludicrous laws, money-wasting council schemes and ridiculous red tape reveals how: • A city council removed the conkers from dozens of horse chestnut trees, fearing for the safety of tree climbers searching for the ultimate sixer. • After falling in the prison shower, a career criminal was compensated £248,000, including a substantial amount ‘for lost earnings’. WARNING: This book should only be used by those trained in lifting books and turning pages. May induce laughter – read with caution and at your own risk.