Written Question·Department for Business and Trade·UIN 73144

Fireworks: Noise

Tabled: 29 August 2025

Answered: 3 September 2025

Question

Mr Will Forster

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, if his Department will make an assessment of the potential merits of (a) reducing the permissible noise limits of fireworks and (b) restricting their sale to Category F1 and F2 fireworks available only

Answer

Justin Madders

The current regulatory framework is designed to support people to enjoy fireworks whilst lowering the risk of dangers and disruption to people, pets, and property. I continue to engage with a wide range of stakeholders including businesses, consumer group...

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