Research and analysis

Fireworks evidence base: report

Information on the development of our fact-based fireworks evidence base.

Applies to England, Scotland and Wales

Documents

OPSS Firework Evidence Base Report

Details

The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) is responsible for policy and legislation in relation to the sale and use of fireworks, as well as product safety matters. Following an e-petition debate on 26 November 2018, OPSS was tasked to develop a fact-based fireworks evidence base.

This report gives details on the:

  • purpose, aim and objectives
  • stakeholder engagement
  • data and information collated
  • gaps and further research
  • Scottish consultation on fireworks
  • Petitions Committee inquiry
Published 29 October 2020