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Edinburgh Enforces Firework Zones to Boost Safety

10/31/2025

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Edinburgh has established firework control zones in nine areas for Bonfire Night, from October 31 to November 9.
The move follows years of violence, including police being attacked with fireworks.
Offenders face fines up to £5,000 or six months in prison under the Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles (Scotland) Act 2022.
The zones aim to improve public safety and animal welfare after the Edinburgh Zoo red panda died from firework stress.

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Edinburgh has established firework control zones in nine areas for Bonfire Night, from October 31 to November 9.
The move follows years of violence, including police being attacked with fireworks.
Offenders face fines up to £5,000 or six months in prison under the Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles (Scotland) Act 2022.
The zones aim to improve public safety and animal welfare after the Edinburgh Zoo red panda died from firework stress.