There are certain rules everyone needs to be aware of ahead of November 5
But there are some rules everyone needs to be aware of ahead of November 5, in order to avoid breaking the law and facing an unlimited fine. Knowsley Council has warned anyone wishing to hold fireworks and bonfire displays in a public space in the borough must get permission from the council and notify the emergency services.
READ MORE: I'm absolutely heartbroken about Bill Kenwright but I wanted to share what he has done for meAccording to the council website, it is an offence to set off fireworks in a public place and if you are convicted, it carries a maximum penalty of an unlimited fine or six months in prison. In addition, organisers of unauthorised events will be held legally responsible if anything goes wrong and face significant costs for the clean up operation.
Knowsley Council, along with Wirral Council and Liverpool City Council have announced that no council funded firework displays will be taking place this year. In Wirral, it is the second year in a row that council funded fireworks have been cancelled.
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