Under the explosive regulations, a valid fireworks licence is needed to buy, possess and use certain types of fireworks.
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When can I sell fireworks?
You are allowed to store fireworks all year round but can only sell fireworks at the following specified periods of the year:
In order to obtain a Firework Licence, you will need to know:
✅ from 15 October - 10 November inclusive
✅ on the day of Diwali and the 3 days before
✅ on the first day of the Chinese New Year and the 3 days before
✅ from 26 - 31 December inclusive
If you are selling fireworks outside the following permitted periods of sale you will need an additional licence under The Fireworks Regulations 2004.
Fireworks Licences must be made via your local council. You can find the contact details for your local council at the Official UK Government Website.
In order to obtain a Firework Licence, you will need to know:
✅ the types of explosive
✅ the total amount of explosive being kept
✅ whether your storage arrangements satisfy any separation distances required to be maintained
Penalties and fines
If you store fireworks and you are not registered or licensed, you could be fined up to £5,000 or given a prison sentence of up to six months.
If you are thinking of using fireworks as part of a celebration, you should follow these safety steps:
only buy fireworks marked with a CE mark – this shows that the firework meets European safety standards which all fireworks must meet - a reputable shop will know this.
don’t drink alcohol if you’re setting off fireworks.
store fireworks in a closed, metal box and take out one at a time.
keep a bucket of water nearby.
follow the instructions on each firework – read by torchlight, don't use a naked flame.
light fireworks at arm’s length, using the taper provided.
make sure everyone stands well back.
don't go back to a firework that is lit - even if it hasn’t gone off it could still explode.
don't put fireworks in your pocket.
don't throw fireworks.
always supervise children around fireworks, don't give sparklers to a child under five.
light sparklers one at a time and wear gloves.
keep pets indoors.
don’t set off fireworks late at night.
take care around open flames such as bonfires and barbecues - all clothes, even those labelled ‘low flammability’, can catch fire.
A firework is a device containing gunpowder and other combustible chemicals which causes spectacular effects and explosions when ignited, used for display or in celebrations.
If you are intending to supply fireworks outside the normal permitted period's e.g. New Year, Chinese New Year, 15 October to 10 November and Diwali, you will also need to make a separate application to your local licensing authority for a licence to comply with the Fireworks Regulations 2014.
No. If you are storing small quantities at home you do not need a licence, but you should still follow the safety and use guidance.
No. If you store fireworks and you are not registered or licensed, you could be fined up to £5,000 or given a prison sentence of up to six months.
No. It is illegal for retailers to sell fireworks to anyone who is under 18 years old.
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