Fireworks

• It is an offence to sell fireworks, including sparklers, to anyone under 18.
• If you are not sure that the customer is over the age of 18, ask for proof of age.
• If no proof of age can be produced, refuse the sale.
• It is an offence to sell caps, party poppers, throw downs, novelty matches, etc to anyone under 16.
• You must be registered with Trading Standards to keep fireworks in your shop.
• All fireworks must be stored and displayed for sale in a safe and secure manner

Remember - you commit an offence if:

• you sell fireworks or sparklers to someone under 18
• you sell caps, party poppers, throw downs, novelty matches, etc to anyone under 16.