Sale of Fireworks Debate
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Lee Pitcher
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Lizzi Collinge
I absolutely agree that for any issue, fireworks or otherwise, it needs to be clear to people who is responsible and who they can go to. Unfortunately, too many of our constituents, whatever their situation, get passed between different organisations, and that is unfair.
By placing some sensible regulations on noise levels and imposing a bit of predictability, it is entirely possible to allow people to enjoy fireworks as the spectacular displays that they are, while protecting people and pets from their worst effects.
I would also like to mention working animals; my constituency is partly agricultural, and we have a huge number of working and farm animals.
Lee Pitcher (Doncaster East and the Isle of Axholme) (Lab)
I am thankful to the more than 450 people from Doncaster East and the Isle of Axholme who signed the petition. In the 100 emails I have received, there is a lot of talk about livestock in particular. This is not just about safety; it is about our farms losing animals and the impact on our trading organisations. Does my hon. Friend agree that when the Minister considers these petitions, she should consider the business case, in terms of the impact on small and medium enterprise, as well as the safety and welfare cases?
Lizzi Collinge
I absolutely agree that the impact on all groups, including businesses, must be considered.
As time moves on, I hope that more organised displays use moving drones, which are quiet and absolutely spectacular.