Can you be sued for clearing snow and ice from your paths and driveway?

Things are set to get very cold in Nottinghamshire next week as the so-called 'Beast from the East' arrives.

And for many homeowners, plummeting temperatures mean it's time to ask that age old question - can I be sued if I clear the snow and ice from around my property and someone falls?WEATHER: Big freeze set to bring risk of 'significant snow' to Nottinghamshire

Many homeowners are concerned about clearing snow and ice from around their properties in case they are held responsible if someone falls.placeholder image
Many homeowners are concerned about clearing snow and ice from around their properties in case they are held responsible if someone falls.
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