Frank Murphy

In parts of the world the public is expected to help keep the streets clear of snow. It's not the case in the UK. In fact, you are taking a legal risk if you clear the pavement in front of your home, no matter how public spirited your actions are.

It's the local authority's responsibility to clear snow and ice from the public highway. By sweeping snow from one part of the pavement you can create a danger in another area and if someone is injured, you will be liable for negligence.BBC News - Is it your civic duty to clear snow?

How utterly ridiculious is it that you are liable if someone injures themselves if you clear the snow and ice away from the pavement at the front of your house? Leave it there and then they can blame the local council.. Sums up how this country is run