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Keeping Safe this Bonfire Night

This year, there have been several changes to the laws around the use and supply of fireworks in Scotland. With these alterations to the rules, how can we ensure we keep ourselves and our loved ones safe when choosing to hold private fireworks displays and bonfires in our back gardens? According to the publication ‘Scottish …

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Fireworks: Sales, Setting Them Off and everything Safety this 5th of November

With many local authority and professionally-arranged fireworks displays cancelled this year due to coronavirus restrictions, a greater number of Scottish consumers may look to alternatives, such as buying their own fireworks and having displays at home. The key message this year is more important than ever – to remain safe and be mindful of others …

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Remember, Remember the 5th of November – Changing Opinions on Fireworks, Bonfires and All Things Guy Fawkes

Guy Fawkes Night, celebrated on the 5th November every year, marks the infamous ‘Gunpowder Plot’ against the House of Lords in 1605, in which explosives were used in an attempt to assassinate King James I of England. Guy Fawkes was caught guarding the explosives and ultimately failed in his attempt. Ever now, over 400 years later, …

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