The City of Edinburgh Council has announced there will be nine areas in the city where it will be illegal to set off fireworks, even on private property, from 31 October to 9 November 2025.
These areas, known as Firework Control Zones, can help reduce noise, stress, littering and antisocial behaviour caused by fireworks. There are two zones around Wester Hailes, one that covers much of Sighthill and along Calder Road, and an other that covers Longstone and Wester Hailes Quarry Park. Check this map to see the exact area:
In Firework Control Zones:
- it is against the law to set off fireworks anywhere, including on private property, except for category 1 fireworks (sparklers, crackers, party poppers)
- organised public firework displays are allowed, so people can enjoy fireworks safely
There are a small number of exemptions to this. Find out more at: Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles (Scotland) Act 2022.
Culture and Communities Convener Councillor Margaret Graham said:
We want everyone to be able to enjoy Bonfire Night safely and responsibly and these FCZs are part of our efforts to ensure that.
The new FCZs being introduced are based on community requests and respond to real concerns around the safety of people and animals in these areas. This is in addition to the FCZs first introduced last year, which we found had a really positive effect.
This is just one tool for minimising the negative impact of fireworks at this time of year, and we’ll continue to work closely with partners to look at different ways of addressing the issue.
