Petition
Change the rules so fireworks must be silent.
Rejected
21 signatures
What the petition asks
I would like you to create a change so fireworks are either silent or only used in a controlled event. Fireworks must not be set off in gardens and should be lit at a safe distance. People can still enjoy fireworks by going to a show and this gives others the option to avoid fireworks in close cont.
Fireworks are extremely dangerous and bad for the environment. The impact it has on animals is not only cruel but so distressing. Animals often run away from homes, are medicated and in some instances can die from the anxiety that comes with fireworks. Young children and babies also suffer with anxiety from the unnecessary loud bangs. People who are isolated feel even more scared when they hear these noises and it could potentially set off ptsd for soldiers. The noise needs to stop.
Why it was rejected
It was not clear what the petition asked the UK Government or Parliament to do.
Petitions need to call on the Government or Parliament to take a specific action.
We understand that you're concerned about the noise caused by fireworks, however we're not sure exactly what you'd like the Government or Parliament to do. Fireworks marketed as 'silent' still produce some noise.
You could start a new petition explaining clearly what you would like the Government or Parliament to do. For example, a ban on fireworks or a ban on certain types of fireworks, such as aerial fireworks.
Or you may wish to sign one of these petitions, which call for similar action:
"Reduce the maximum noise level for consumer fireworks from 120 to 90 decibels"
Reduce the maximum noise level for consumer fireworks from 120 to 90 decibels
"Reduce the sound of fireworks to under 80 decibels for humans and animals"
Reduce the sound of fireworks to under 80 decibels for humans and animals
"Limit the sale of fireworks to those running local council approved events only"
Limit the sale of fireworks to those running local council approved events only
We understand that you're concerned about the noise caused by fireworks, however we're not sure exactly what you'd like the Government or Parliament to do. Fireworks marketed as 'silent' still produce some noise.
You could start a new petition explaining clearly what you would like the Government or Parliament to do. For example, a ban on fireworks or a ban on certain types of fireworks, such as aerial fireworks.
Or you may wish to sign one of these petitions, which call for similar action:
"Reduce the maximum noise level for consumer fireworks from 120 to 90 decibels"
Reduce the maximum noise level for consumer fireworks from 120 to 90 decibels
"Reduce the sound of fireworks to under 80 decibels for humans and animals"
Reduce the sound of fireworks to under 80 decibels for humans and animals
"Limit the sale of fireworks to those running local council approved events only"
Limit the sale of fireworks to those running local council approved events only
Timeline
| 6 Nov 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 5 Dec 2025 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
21
Status
Rejected
Rejected
5 Dec 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 27 Jul 2026.