Celebrating bonfire night safely
We want everyone to enjoy Bonfire Night safely. If possible, please go to one of the many organised firework displays taking place across the city.
We are working with emergency services and services for young people to keep communities safe and to discourage antisocial behaviour. This includes Firework Control Zones in 14 areas of the city, following concerns from some of our communities.
We will also be checking fly-tipping hotspots, co-ordinating CCTV cameras and visiting shops selling fireworks. Police Scotland may also operate dispersal zones.
You can help us by
- putting your rubbish out for collection leading up to bonfire weekend and, where possible, storing your bins securely over the bonfire period
- emailing us at waste@edinburgh.gov.uk about any large items you spot that could be used for a bonfire
- reporting any unauthorised fireworks sellers to the Police or Crimestoppers
- reporting any unauthorised bonfires or firework displays by calling: the Council - 0131 200 2000, Police Scotland – 101 or Crimestoppers - 0800 555 111.
to help keep yourself and your community safe.
Fireworks - general rules and guidance
- It is illegal to buy or give a firework to anyone under the age of 18, except category F1 fireworks.
- You can only use adult fireworks in private places, between 6pm and 11pm. This extends to midnight on 5 November and 1am on Hogmanay, Chinese New Year and Diwali.
- It is illegal to use fireworks in public places, including streets and parks.
- It is illegal to set off fireworks in a Firework Control Zone including on private property, other than category F1 fireworks like sparklers.