Firework control zones confirmed for parts of Glasgow

Three areas in Glasgow will have control zones introduced for fireworks

Fireworks will be banned in parts of Glasgow this November as the city introduces control zones for the first time.

The new rules will affect Govanhill, Pollokshields and Broomhouse from 1-10 November, banning people from setting off fireworks on private or public land - including gardens - during that timeframe.

It is hoped the move will boost safety, cut disturbances and shield vulnerable residents and animals from loud noises, after years of debate surrounding the negative impact of fireworks.

A number of applications for other zones elsewhere in the city were rejected.

A ban had been intended to be introduced in Pollockshields last year, due to the area being heavily affected by trouble around Bonfire Night.

However, Glasgow City Council missed the deadline to issue a notification and the ban could not go ahead.

Pollokshields councillor Jon Molyneux welcomed the move going ahead in the autumn.

Councillor Molyneux, who has been campaigning for a citywide ban, said: "After a deeply disappointing 'false start' last year it is good that a fireworks control zone is going ahead in Pollokshields, as well as in Govanhill and Broomhouse.

"It is vital that these restrictions are well-communicated so people know the rules and the consequences of breaking them. It is also important that they are part of a wider package of measures to prevent people misusing fireworks.

Southside Central councillor Soryia Siddique was also in favour.

She said the local community council in Govanhill had raised concerns, along with local residents there.

Edinburgh introduced fireworks control zones in areas such as Niddrie last year

Edinburgh became the first local authority to outlaw fireworks in August 2024, in response to constant anti-social behaviour.

The decision to introduce firework control zones in the three neighbourhoods was taken following the consideration of consultation responses by a panel made up of Police Scotland, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and council representatives.

Information taken into account included incidents reported as well as other intelligence. A consultation found there was "overwhelming support" for the zones in Broomhouse and Govanhill.

Bids were rejected for Woodlands Park, Gartcraig, Crossmyloof, Robroyston, Drumchapel, Ibrox, Yoker and North Kelvin.

Story by Local Democracy reporter Sarah Hilley.