Ban the sale of fireworks to the general public. Public displays only

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

Ban the sale of fireworks by retailers to the general public who deliberately wish to harm people and animals. To alleviate the pressure on the NHS and emergency services who have to respond to increasing call outs. To allow only organised public displays, not residential backyard displays.

*Ban retailers for selling fireworks to the general public.
* to fine retailers for selling these items
* to pass a Bill that allows the police to arrest people on the spot for possession
* to issue jail terms for people who deliberately injure animals and people

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

You may wish to sign this petition calling for the same action: Limit the Sale and Use of Fireworks to Organisers of Licensed Displays Only

Timeline

8 Nov 2020	Petition opened for signatures
9 Nov 2020	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21

Status Rejected

Rejected 9 Nov 2020

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