Written Question · S5W-04586 · Session 5
In light of concerns about antisocial behaviour, what discussions it has had with the UK Government regarding introducing a ban on firework…
The question
To ask the Scottish Government, in light of concerns about antisocial behaviour, what discussions it has had with the UK Government regarding introducing a ban on fireworks unless used by a professional licensed company, and what action it can take to control the supply of fireworks.
The answer
The UK Government regulates the sale and supply of fireworks. In response to concerns about the antisocial use of fireworks, the Scottish Government introduced the Fireworks (Scotland) Regulations 2004 which restrict when fireworks can be set off. We have no plans at present to review existing regulations but we will continue to monitor complaints.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S5W-04586 by reference.