UK ministers weigh partial ban on backyard fireworks over noise concerns

Summary

UK ministers are weighing a partial ban on backyard fireworks over noise concerns. The move follows growing calls for tighter regulation from campaigners, vets and the National Farmers' Union. Concerns about the noise and availability of fireworks were raised in a parliamentary debate in January, when two petitions each gathered more than 180,000 signatures. Earlier this month the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade closed a consultation on proposals that include making louder fireworks available only to professional users.

Timeline

1. The Guardian

   31 Oct 2026, 06:00 UTCSource ↗

   The Guardian reports that ministers are considering a partial ban on backyard fireworks after campaigners, vets and the National Farmers' Union called for tighter regulation over noise concerns.