PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Fireworks: Noise (5 November 2024)
Question Asked
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what steps his Department is taking to work with local authorities to enforce noise curfews during fireworks.
Asked by:
Shivani Raja (Conservative)
Asked by:
Shivani Raja (Conservative)
Answer
Existing legislation already controls the sale, availability, and use of fireworks. For example, there is an 11pm curfew in place for the use of fireworks, with later exceptions only for the traditional firework periods. Using fireworks outside the curfew hours is a criminal offence, enforced by the police, and can lead to imprisonment and a substantial fine. Local authorities are also responsible for investigating any noise or nuisance issues brought to their attention under the Environmental Protection Act.
It is for local areas to decide how best to deploy these powers, based on their specific circumstances.
Answered by:
Justin Madders (Labour)
11 November 2024
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