Motion text
That this House notes with deep concern the growing impact of fireworks misuse on communities across the UK; recognises that the unpredictable use of high-decibel fireworks causes significant distress to animals, wildlife, and those with sensory sensitivities or neurodiverse conditions; further notes that local councils and police forces lack sufficient powers and resources to manage the increasing volume of complaints from residents; highlights that current firework legislation, much of it dating back to the early 2000s, has failed to keep pace with modern technology and changing patterns of use; acknowledges the calls of animal welfare charities including the RSPCA and Dogs Trust for a reduction in permitted decibel levels, stronger licensing of retailers, and a crackdown on unlicensed pop-up sellers during festive periods such as Bonfire Night; welcomes public campaigns that have highlighted widespread public frustration; and therefore urges the Government to bring forward comprehensive reform of firework regulation to ensure fireworks are used safely, sold responsibly, and enjoyed without causing harm to people, animals, and communities.
Signatures (33)
The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.
Hussain, Imran
Labour
Signed on
17 June 2026
Burgon, Richard
Labour
Signed on
17 June 2026
McDonnell, John
Labour
Signed on
17 June 2026
Morris, Grahame
Labour
Signed on
17 June 2026
Leishman, Brian
Labour
Signed on
17 June 2026
Hinchliff, Chris
Labour
Signed on
17 June 2026
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
Duncan-Jordan, Neil
Labour
Signed on
17 June 2026
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
17 June 2026
George, Andrew
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
17 June 2026
Maskell, Rachael
Labour
Signed on
17 June 2026
Chowns, Dr Ellie
Green Party
Signed on
17 June 2026
Ramsay, Adrian
Green Party
Signed on
17 June 2026
Denyer, Carla
Green Party
Signed on
17 June 2026
Berry, Siân
Green Party
Signed on
17 June 2026
Mohamed, Iqbal
Independent
Signed on
17 June 2026
Beavers, Lorraine
Labour
Signed on
17 June 2026
Whittome, Nadia
Labour
Signed on
17 June 2026
Lake, Ben
Plaid Cymru
Signed on
17 June 2026
Saville Roberts, Liz
Plaid Cymru
Signed on
17 June 2026
Medi, Llinos
Plaid Cymru
Signed on
17 June 2026
Davies, Ann
Plaid Cymru
Signed on
17 June 2026
Yasin, Mohammad
Labour
Signed on
17 June 2026
Hobhouse, Wera
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
17 June 2026
Smart, Lisa
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
17 June 2026
Johnson, Kim
Labour
Signed on
17 June 2026
Byrne, Ian
Labour
Signed on
17 June 2026
Jones, Ruth
Labour
Signed on
17 June 2026
Smith, Cat
Labour
Signed on
17 June 2026
Campbell-Savours, Markus
Labour
Signed on
17 June 2026
Spencer, Hannah
Green Party
Signed on
18 June 2026
Swann, Robin
Ulster Unionist Party
Signed on
22 June 2026
Ahmed, Dr Zubir
Labour
Signed on
30 June 2026
Amos, Gideon
Liberal Democrat
Signed on
6 July 2026
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.