Submitted on Thursday 8th January 2026
Rejected on Tuesday 3rd February 2026
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Ban private fireworks to protect animals
Introduce legislation to ban the sale and use of private consumer fireworks, restricting fireworks to licensed public displays, in order to protect pets, livestock and wildlife from distress, injury and long-term harm.
Fireworks cause severe distress and harm to animals each year. Pets, livestock and wildlife can experience panic, injury, escape attempts and long-term trauma due to loud explosions.
Private fireworks are used unpredictably over extended periods, making it difficult to protect animals. Restricting fireworks to licensed public displays would reduce suffering while allowing celebrations. The Netherlands has approved a nationwide ban on private consumer fireworks to protect animals.
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Limit the sale of fireworks to those running local council approved events only
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/732559
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