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Shop-bought firework noise limit may be halved by government

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The Department for Business is considering reforms to address noise and antisocial behaviour from fireworks, Minister Kate Dearden said. The limit would fall from 120dB to 110dB, which is like a car horn. A 50% reduction would impact as much as 60% of consumer firework purchases, according to Andy Hubble of the British Fireworks Association.

By BriefTea Editorial · 6 November 2026 at 10:41

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