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UK Police and Firefighters Prepare for Bonfire Night Disorder

Police and firefighters across the UK are preparing for Bonfire Night disorder, with mutual-aid public order units heading to Scottish cities including Glasgow. Forces have used dispersal orders after fireworks misuse in Birmingham and Salford. Fire chiefs warn attacks on crews are rising, while the Fire Brigades Union says services are stretched beyond safe limits. Firework control zones apply in parts of Edinburgh and Glasgow.

By BriefTea Editorial · 5 November 2026 at 18:51

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