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A new Bill proposing that fireworks noise levels are restricted was introduced by Yasim Qureshi, Labour MP for Bolton South and Walkden, on December 3rd.
Yasim Qureshi, Labour MP, introduced the Bill.
The Bill was introduced on December 3rd.
The Bill proposes a maximum noise limit for fireworks sold to the public.
The Bill proposes clear noise labeling.
The Bill would give councils the power to issue civil penalties.
The Bill requires the Secretary of State to review the impact of firework noise on veterans, neurodivergent people, people with certain medical conditions and animals.
The second reading of the Bill is on January 30th.
Local authorities in Scotland have the power to designate firework control zones.
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A new Bill proposing that fireworks noise levels are restricted was introduced by Yasim Qureshi, Labour MP for Bolton South and Walkden, on December 3rd. The Bill proposes five measures: a maximum noise limit for fireworks sold to the public, clear noise labeling, council powers to make targeted time-limited rules in areas with repeated problems, give councils the power to issue civil penalties, and require the Secretary of State to review the impact of firework noise on veterans, neurodivergent people, people with certain medical conditions and animals, ensuring that future policy is based on proper evidence. The second reading of the Bill is on January 30th. This comes following a steady stream of questions in parliaments from MPs in England and Wales relating to fireworks noise, controls and impacts. The issue has also been raised in Scotland, where local authorities have the power to designate firework control zones.
Fireworks (Noise Control etc)
The Home Office has issued proposals to relax licensing hours in England and Wales, if England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland reach the semi finals of the world cup in July 2026.
A UK strategy for the conservation of whales and dolphins (cetaceans) - has been published. It acknowledges that underwater noise sits alongside climate change and bycatch is a threat impacting these
The Scottish Government have opened a consultation on proposed changes to the Environmental Noise (Scotland) Regulations 2006.
A report commissioned by the Department for Business and Industrial Strategy to look at assessment of noise from onshore wind farms is now published.
The Welsh Government are consulting on changes to permitted development rights including air source heat pumps(ASHP).
As part of their ongoing enquiry into the impact of airport expansion on climate and nature targets, the Environmental Audit Committee will be taking oral evidence tomorrow - Wednesday May 14th.
The Government are seeking views on proposals for changes to the planning process for national infrastructure projects.
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