Remember, remember, the 5th of November
This is a message from Neighbourhood Alert Information sent on behalf of Nottinghamshire Police
Message sent by
Jason Crofts (Police, PC 1146, West Bassetlaw, East Bassetlaw & Sherwood)
Unfortunately, at this time of year we often see an increase in anti-social behaviour, with an irresponsible minority setting off fireworks in public places or throwing them in the street. We have already taken reports from local residents of such activity.
As we are fast approaching Bonfire Night we would like to advise you of the following:
- It is illegal to let off any firework in a public space and this carries a fine of up to £5,000. Police may also issue an £80 Fixed Penalty Notice.
- It is illegal to set of fireworks between 11:00pm and 7:00am (Bonfire night extended until 12 midnight).
- The Police have the power to stop and search anyone suspected of carrying fireworks.
- All fireworks sold to public must comply to British Standard BS 7114.
- It is illegal for a member of the public to possess a ‘display’ style firework (category 4 fireworks, can only be used by professionals).
- It is illegal to cause unnecessary suffering to animals with fireworks.
- It is illegal to sell fireworks to anyone under 18 years of age. Anyone selling fireworks to someone aged under 18 can be fined up to £5,000.
- The sale of bangers, mini rockets, fireworks that fly erratically (squibs, helicopters etc), aerial shells and maroons is illegal.
- Caps, cracker snaps, novelty matches, party poppers, serpents and throwdowns cannot be sold to anyone aged under 16 years.
- All licensed or registered retailers must operate from a fixed premises, so any fireworks being sold from market stalls, car boot sales or other temporary sales locations are illegal.
- Only a very small number of people are licensed to sell fireworks from their home address. If you are offered fireworks at a residential address contact Consumer Direct immediately on 08454 04 05 06.
Anyone with any information regarding the illegal sale or use of fireworks is urged to contact the Police on 101 or use the Crimestoppers number of 0800 555 111 to pass information anonymously.
We wish you a safe and happy bonfire night!