Support for action on fireworks and pyrotechnics

03 December 2021 at 14:36:33

Tougher action on the sale and use of fireworks and tackling the misuse of pyrotechnics has been backed in a new consultation.

The public consultation, which attracted a total of 1,739 responses, asked for views on the Scottish Government's Fireworks and Pyrotechnics Bill.

The proposed Bill follows the report of an independent Fireworks Review Group which recommended tightening legislation to reduce the harm fireworks can cause.

The consultation, published today, shows that of those who responded on these individual issues:

• 92% agreed with the introduction of a new offence to criminalise the supply of fireworks to under-18s

• 84% backed the introduction of a fireworks licensing system

• 77% backed a new offence of being in possession of a pyrotechnic in a public place without reasonable excuse or lawful authority

• 70% agreed with extending police powers to allow a stop and search provision in relation to pyrotechnics

• more than 60% agreed with restrictions for the general public on the days fireworks can be sold and used

Further information: https://www.gov.scot/news/support-for-action-on-fireworks-and-pyrotechnics/