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Restrict the sale and use of fireworks to licensed public displays only

Submitted on Wednesday 5th November 2025

Rejected on Friday 5th December 2025

Current status: Rejected

Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)

Petition Action

Restrict the sale and use of fireworks to licensed public displays only

Petition Details

We ask the UK Government to prohibit the sale of fireworks to the general public. Fireworks should only be purchased, held, and used by licensed, trained, and regulated organisations for organised public displays.

Additional Information

Fireworks can cause injuries, fires, distress to people and animals, and create noise and chemical pollution. Emergency services face extra pressure and wildlife and pets are often harmed. Restricting fireworks to licensed, organised displays would reduce risks, protect communities and animals, and minimise environmental impact while still allowing celebrations.


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This petition was rejected

The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:

There's already a petition about this issue. We cannot accept a new petition when we already have one about a very similar issue.

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You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:

Limit the sale of fireworks to those running local council approved events only
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/732559

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