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ADVICE FROM CHICHESTER DISTRICT COUNCIL REGARDING FIREWORKS

When can I use fireworks?

The Fireworks Regulations 2004 prohibit anyone under 18 from possessing fireworks, and anyone except professionals from possessing display fireworks.
The use of fireworks at night between 11pm – 7am is prohibited in England and Wales, with extensions for the following festivals:

• Until 1.00am on the night of Chinese New Year
• Until 1.00am on the night of Diwali
• Until 1.00am on New Year’s Eve
• Until midnight on 5 November

The Regulations are enforced by the police. There is a penalty of up to £5000 or 6 months in prison for breach of curfew.

Noise from fireworks

Fireworks can frighten people and animals. In particular children and the elderly can be intimidated and scared by firework noise. Farm animals have been scared to death literally, and startled animals have been injured, killed and caused accidents when bolting. Disturbing domestic pets can also be dangerous as panicked cats can be vicious and destructive.

Avoid firework frights

If you have your own firework display, follow these simple guidelines:

• Give neighbours a few days’ notice of your display – important if elderly, have children or pets.
• Use appropriate fireworks – when buying fireworks, avoid really noisy ones.
• Make sure pets and other animals are safely away from fireworks.
• Consider timing. Friday or Saturday is preferable, and make sure they are over by 11pm.
• Avoid letting off fireworks in unsuitable weather – if it is still and misty or air quality is poor, pollution could be a problem
• Let off your fireworks in an open garden area – noise bounces off buildings and smoke and pollution can build up in enclosed spaces.
• If a neighbour complains that you are disturbing them, their pets or livestock, be considerate.
• After your display, clear up firework fallout and dispose of it safely.