Fireworks: Regulation

Department for Business and Trade written question – answered at on 9 July 2026.

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Photo of Robbie Moore Robbie Moore Shadow Minister (Environment, Food and Rural Affairs)

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, whether his Department plans to publish a consultation on the regulation of consumer fireworks.

Photo of Kate Dearden Kate Dearden Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Department for Business and Trade)

The Government recognises that people hold a range of views on consumer fireworks, including their impacts on people, animals and local communities, as well as their importance to businesses and to cultural and religious celebrations. The regulatory framework is kept under review, and I will continue to engage with business, consumer groups and charities to inform future policy decisions, including discussions on the appropriate maximum permitted noise level and impact on animal welfare.

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