Fireworks — [Valerie Vaz in the Chair]

Part of the debate – in Westminster Hall at 5:34 pm on 6 June 2016.

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Photo of Philip Hollobone Philip Hollobone Conservative, Kettering 5:34, 6 June 2016

The hon. Gentleman brings to this debate the enormous benefit of his long service with the London Fire Brigade. He probably came across pretty dramatic fireworks instances, and he will know that the risk to people and property from the improper use of fireworks is a common complaint among firefighters. If we had a poll of firefighters I would be surprised if there were not a big majority in favour of banning them because they are simply too risky. The fireworks industry in this country would benefit from a ban on the domestic sale of fireworks because we could then develop the very good reputation that a lot of the licensed operators have for fantastic displays. If people knew that they could see fireworks only at a licensed display, I think fireworks would become more popular.