We would like to hear from communities about areas that are being considered for Firework Control Zones (FCZ) in November 2025. Your feedback will contribute to the decision-making process.
Communities were able to apply for areas to be considered from 3 March to 31 March 2025. These applications have been assessed and evaluated by the Council, fire, and police services.
Some streets in these areas being considered
- Balerno
- Calton Hill
- Corstorphine
- Gracemount
- Longstone
- Moredun
- Niddrie
- Seafield
- Sighthill
Please give us your views on the proposed Firework Control Zones by Monday 28 July.
About firework control zones and the legislation
The Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles (Scotland) Act 2022 gives councils power to introduce Firework Control Zones (FCZ). We will use FCZs along with other measures to support the safe use of fireworks. Currently we tackle issues involving fireworks by
- raise awareness within local communities by carrying out effective early intervention and prevention with families.
- engaging with young people in schools, through our local partnership approach with Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, and Police Scotland.
- engaging with young people using diversionary activities
- working with Police Scotland who carry out enforcement activities.
Before a FCZ can be agreed or if a FCZ needs to be amended or revoked we must consult with
- people who live or work in the proposed zone
- other members of the local community in or near the proposed zone.
- other persons or bodies of interest that the local authority considers having a connection with the proposed zone.
Exemptions within a FCZ include
- public firework displays, subject to certain requirements
- the use of certain fireworks designated as being grade F1.
An FCZ can be considered for the following reasons:
- misuse of fireworks/injuries
- impact on vulnerable groups
- environmental protection
- animal welfare.
The UK Firework Review is a free and independent online fireworks guide full of tips, advice and informative articles about having safe and successful firework displays.
Once an FCZ has been agreed, Police Scotland will look to enforce any offences under the Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles (Scotland) Act 2022.