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COLIN BEATTIE MSP BACKS CALLS FOR TIGHTER CONTROLS ON FIREWORKS

4/11/2020

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Local SNP MSP for Midlothian North and Musselburgh, Colin Beattie, has welcomed calls for a fundamental shift in the way fireworks are bought and sold in Scotland.
 
The independent Firework Review Group, established by the Scottish Government, has called for the introduction of no firework zones and tighter restrictions on the use of fireworks to help tackle anti-social behaviour at this time of year.  
 
The group, chaired by former Chief Fire Officer Alasdair Hay, also recommended:
 
• the introduction of mandatory conditions when fireworks are purchased from retailers
• restricting the times of day fireworks can be sold and volume of fireworks that can be purchased at any one time
• restricting the days and times fireworks can be set off
• the creation of a proxy purchasing offence to prevent adults from buying fireworks on behalf of those under the age of 18
 
Welcoming the recommendations, SNP MSP Colin Beattie said:
 
“Here in Midlothian and East Lothian, and right across Scotland, there is widespread public support to crack down on the negative impact of anti-social firework use.
 
“This SNP Government is determined to make these recommendations a reality and help keep our local communities safe from the harmful use of fireworks.  
 
“Tomorrow is Bonfire Night, and I would ask those who plan on using fireworks to do so responsibly and be mindful of their neighbours – the noise of fireworks can have a real impact on those with sensory issues, on pets and on livestock. Stay safe.”
 
Chair of the Review Group and former Chief Fire Officer, Alasdair Hay, said:
 
“I am pleased to set out the recommendations from the Firework Review Group.  We have carefully considered the available evidence and believe a step change is needed in how fireworks are accessed and used by the general public.
 
"This is not to prevent adults using fireworks sensibly and safely – rather, to ensure all safety requirements are fully understood and adhered to, and the impact on others has been fully considered.”
 
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