Guernsey States reminds islanders of bonfire rules
Officials said registering events can warn animal owners about noise
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People on Guernsey have been reminded about the rules of bonfires.
The Office of Environmental Health and Pollution Regulation said people could only have bonfires between 3 and 7 November, and they must be registered.
People who were hosting public or private firework displays were also being asked to submit event details on the government website, and private displays should be held on Tuesday 5 November, officials said.
Tobin Cook, director of Environmental Health and Pollution Regulation, said registering was important to "differentiate between a bonfire and someone just taking the opportunity to burn waste".
How to register
Environmental officials also said registering events could warn neighbours and animal owners about noise
People can register a bonfire by emailing envhealth@gov.gg, or by calling 01481 221161.
They can also register a fireworks display on the government website.
The government has also asked people hosting bonfire or firework events to look at its website for advice and to ensure they knew the required etiquette to make sure make sure things went smoothly.
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