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New Firework Laws Come Into Force

JamieBy Jamie23rd June 202333 Views4 Mins Read Holyrood
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Powers to Help Improve Firework Safety

Local authorities have new powers to reduce the negative impact of fireworks.  

As of Thursday June 22, councils can designate Firework Control Zones that would make it a criminal offence to ignite a firework or knowingly throw a lit firework in a zone which can include private properties or gardens. The maximum penalties are a fine of up to £5,000 or up to six months in prison.

Organised public firework displays will still be permitted within Zones to allow people to enjoy fireworks safely.

The provisions are one of the key measures from the Fireworks and Pyrotechnics Articles (Scotland) Act 2022.

This is an important restriction that meets the clear public demand evidenced in the Scottish Government’s consultation on the matter.

This SNP government is committed to acting on public safety concerns, and this will additionally come as welcome news to anyone with pets.

I hope to see this result in a reduction of related complaints following the community input to any changes locally.

GRAEME

New powers to reduce the negative impact of fireworks come into force today.

Firework Control Zones allow local authorities to restrict the use of fireworks in specific areas, including on private property such as gardens.

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— ScotGov Justice (@ScotGovJustice) June 22, 2023

Evidence and engagement with communities shows strong public support for tougher action on fireworks, which along with other pyrotechnic articles can cause harm, serious injury and distress to people, pets and the wider community.

Giving local authorities additional powers to create Firework Control Zones, with input from the local community, marks a significant step in tackling the issues caused by fireworks, which are dangerous when used inappropriately.

This change to the law demonstrates our absolute commitment to further improve public safety and wellbeing for our communities.

MINISTER FOR VICTIMS & COMMUNITY SAFETY, SIOBHIAN BROWN
https://twitter.com/RoSPAScotland/status/1671934881180401671

Fireworks Control Zones allow local authorities the power to designate areas where fireworks cannot be possessed or set off and ultimately restricts the improper use of such items in Scotland.

It is a criminal offence to be in possession of, or setting off, fireworks within a Fireworks Control Zone and I would urge all members of the public to be aware of designated zones within your local area to ensure you are not in breach of the legislation.

Police Scotland is committed to keeping the public safe from the risk of harm associated with the reckless and criminal use of fireworks and we welcome the addition of Fireworks Control Zones within Scotland.

POLICE SCOTLAND CHIEF INSPECTOR, NICOLA ROBISON

Today, under the Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles (Scotland) Act 2022, local authorities have been awarded powers to allocate firework control zones.

The zones are much needed to prevent suffering, and to safeguard animals and people against the harmful effects of fireworks. pic.twitter.com/J0oDoUKvSK

— Scottish SPCA Public Affairs (@ScottishSPCA_PA) June 22, 2023

We warmly welcome introduction of Firework Control Zones. The restrictions are much needed to prevent unnecessary suffering among pets, farm animals and wildlife. They will help to alleviate distress caused by fireworks and also prevent any firework debris that can be harmful to, or ingested by, animals.

GILLY MENDES FERREIRA, DIRECTOR OF INNOVATION & STRATEGIC RELATIONS AT THE SCOTTISH SPCA

Background

Firework Control Zones are part of a suite of complimentary measures being introduced by the Scottish Government aimed at encouraging the safe and appropriate use of fireworks. Earlier this month, new offences came into force to tackle the risk to public safety caused by the misuse of pyrotechnics. It is now illegal for members of the public to possess pyrotechnics in a public place, as well as at any sporting or live music events with more than 1,000 people attending, without a reasonable excuse.

The creation of Firework Control Zones was included in recommendations made to the Scottish Government by the independent Firework Review Group alongside limiting the quantity of fireworks which can be sold and restricting the times of day when fireworks can be used in public . These recommendations have already been progressed through primary and secondary legislation, with a programme of work underway to implement the remaining measures.

Read the guidance for local authorities on Firework Control Zones.

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