Fireworks to be banned in 3 areas across Glasgow for bonfire season
It'll be illegal to set them off in Pollokshields, Broomhouse and Govanhill on public or private land between November 1-10.
Fireworks will be banned in three areas across Glasgow this year for bonfire season.
It'll be illegal to set them off on public or private land in Pollokshields, Govanhill and Broomhouse between November 1-10.
The measures are in an attempt to improve safety, shield vulnerable residents and protect animals from the impacts of the loud noises.
Fireworks will be banned in Govanhill, Pollokshields and Broomhouse in November after the areas were officially designated fireworks control zones.
The neighbourhoods will become the city’s first fireworks control zones between November 1 and 10 .
The new rules mean it will be illegal for people to set off fireworks on private or public land including gardens during that timeframe.
The measures form part of efforts to boost safety, cut disturbances and shield vulnerable residents and animals from the detrimental impact of fireworks including loud noises.
Southside Central councillor Soryia Siddique and Pollokshields councillor Jon Molyneux have welcomed the move in their areas.
Councillor Siddique, Labour, said: “The local community council and Govanhill residents have raised concerns regarding the negative impact of fireworks, which I have raised with Police Scotland and Glasgow City Council.
“I hope the designation of the firework control zone in Govanhill ensures public safety, reduces disturbance, and protects vulnerable individuals and animals from the adverse effects of fireworks.”
Scottish Greens councillor Jon Molyneux who has been campaigning for a citywide ban said: “After a deeply disappointing ‘false start’ last year it is good that a fireworks control zone is going ahead in Pollokshields, as well as in Govanhill and Broomhouse.
“It is vital that these restrictions are well-communicated so people know the rules and the consequences of breaking them. It is also important that they are part of a wider package of measures to prevent people misusing fireworks.
“That work is underway in Pollokshields and must be supported by all relevant agencies.”
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