The Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles (Scotland) Act 2022 is a key part of the Scottish Government’s holistic approach to changing the relationship that Scotland has with fireworks. The Act was passed by the Scottish Parliament in June 2022, and a programme of work is underway to implement the core measures within the Act.

Firework Control Zones (FCZs) are one of these core measures. This will give local authorities the power to designate areas where it will only be permitted to use fireworks as part of a public fireworks display, or by a person who is employed by, or acting under the direction of, a regulatory authority and using fireworks for that purpose.

The Scottish Government is holding a series of workshops across Scotland to provide communities with a chance to let their views be heard as we develop guidance for local authorities on designating these zones. We would invite you to join us for an interactive workshop where we will give you all of the information you need about zones and an opportunity to discuss and provide feedback on how these could best be used to address some of the issues caused by misuse of fireworks in Scotland. 

This session is taking place online to allow for those who are unable to physically attend to take part.