Decision details

The Council considered the Notice of Motion 1 ‘Fireworks’ as set out in the Full Council’s agenda. The Motion was moved and presented by Councillor Guidera and seconded and supported by Councillor Crow.

During the debate Councillors Lamb, R Burgess, Mullins, P C Smith, Irvine, Rana, Jhans and Sharma all spoke in support of the Notice of Motion. Councillor Guidera used his right to reply to speak at the end of the debate.

The Mayor then called for a vote on the Notice of Motion, which was carried unanimously.

RESOLVED

That the Council:

·                requires all public firework displays within the local authority boundaries to be advertised in advance of the event, allowing residents to take precautions for their animals and vulnerable people

·                actively promotes a public awareness campaign about the impact of fireworks on animal welfare and vulnerable people – including the precautions that can be taken to mitigate risks

·                will write to the UK Government urging them to introduce legislation to limit the maximum noise level of fireworks to 90dB for those sold to the public for private displays

·                encourages local suppliers of fireworks to stock ‘quieter’ fireworks for public display.