Watch this video from Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service, to see how serious the dangers of fireworks can really be:

Safe use of Fireworks in the home & displays

• Fireworks home page
• The firework code
• Sparkler safety
• How safe is your Bonfire
• Organised firework displays
• Animal safety
• Fireworks fun
• Fireworks and celebrations

Information for suppliers and retailers

• Manufacture and storage of explosives
• Retail Sale of Fireworks FAQ's
• Brief summary of firework regulations
• Firework (Safety) (Amendments) Regulations 2004
• Summary of the law on Fireworks
• The Fireworks (Safety) Regulations 1997 (as amended)
• The Main Regulations Relevant To Fireworks
• Fireworks downloadable documents