In any country, it's good to know the laws but there are those that many might find shocking or feeling nothing but disbelief.
There are various reasons why a certain country implements a law. They are used to stop conflicts, enforce rights, protect the people and to ensure that society behaves in a manner that's advantageous for everyone. However, there are rules that a visitor from another country might find doubtful or even funny. Here is a list of weird laws that are being implemented in the United Kingdom.
It is illegal to carry a plank in public. Whatever the reasons you're buying a plank are, make sure that you place it right away in your car instead of walking it home. Doing so will result to a fine of £500, and this law has been implemented since 1839.
Do not shake or beat a rug or carpet on the streets because this is considered illegal. Another law that has been enforced since 1839, cleaning your carpet is only allowed if it's done before 8 a.m. If caught doing this, you will be penalized a fee of £200.
If you're the type who loves to party hard, make sure that you're not found drunk in licensed premises as this is an offence under the 1872 Licensing Act. It is also illegal to sell alcoholic drinks to a drunk person according to the 2003 Licensing Act.
Under the Salmon Act of 1986, handling a salmon in 'suspicious circumstances' is counted as an offence. Unfortunately, the Law of Commission did not divulge details on suspicious manners of handling a salmon.
Lastly, you might be careful when handling swans because all swans in Britain are considered property of the Queen. Since the 12th century, the Queen is said to be in possession of every 'wild, unmarked mute swans in open water.' The Queen only owns those that are untamed or unclaimed and even has an annual swan census called 'Swan Upping,' celebrated every third week of July.
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