Explosives and fireworks
Fireworks can add excitement to special occasions, however, they are also:
- Dangerous
- Can frighten and disturb people and animals
- Cause annoyance and damage
- Have an impact on air quality
There are various Acts and Regulations covering the sale and use of explosives and fireworks, and there are enforced by various bodies.
Further information
- GOV.UK: Fireworks the law
- GOV.UK: Department for Communities and Local Government: Celebrating with bonfires and fireworks
- HSE (Health and Safety Executive): Fireworks
- HSE (Health and Safety Executive): Books, Explosives regulations
- Legislation.gov.uk: The Fireworks Regulations 2004
- Legislation.gov.uk: Fireworks (Safety) Regulations 1997
- Legislation.gov.uk: The Fireworks (Safety) (Amendment) Regulations 2004
- Legislation.gov.uk: Fireworks Act 2003
- Legislation.gov.uk: Consumer Protection Act 1987
- Legislation.gov.uk: Explosives Act 1875
- Legislation.gov.uk: Environmental Protection Act 1990
- RSPCA: Keeping animals safe
- RoSPA: Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents