This week will see many attending firework displays up and down the country to mark Guy Fawkes Night, but those planning on hosting an event might not be aware of the considerations they should be making. Licensing solicitors Poppleston Allen have advised on matters from the type of fireworks that organisers are allowed to use, to assessing whether the space being used is big enough.
Senior consultant solicitor Andy Grimsey has taken part in a Q&A to answer some key questions around hosting firework displays:
Who is responsible for the display and spectators’ safety?
