{"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions.json?page=2&parliament=2&q=firework&state=all","first":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions.json?q=firework&state=all","last":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions.json?page=3&q=firework&state=all","next":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions.json?page=3&q=firework&state=all","prev":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions.json?q=firework&state=all"},"data":[{"type":"archived-petition","id":40671,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/40671.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Fireworks to only be used in organised displays by people licensed to do so.","background":null,"additional_details":"We believe that Fireworks should only be sold for public displays to people who have a license for such displays. Public displays should be limited to set times of year such as the week before 5th november and new years eve. The general public should not be able to purchase them from shops or on the street and if caught in possession or selling should be fined. Over 1000 people in Essex alone suffered injuries last year, placing extra pressure on emergency services. By restricting days displays are allowed it allows pet owners to keep their animals safe.  ","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-10-22T21:15:27.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:44.347Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:44.343Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-10-22T21:15:27.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":40912,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/40912.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Fireworks Sales Restrictions to General Public","background":null,"additional_details":"Only allow Retailers to sell fireworks to the General Public 5 November of each year specifically to celebrate Guy Fawkes Day. Also, to ban Retailers from selling fireworks at discounted prices and offering Buy One Get One Free offers to the General Public.\r\nThis would reduce the increasing number of weeks both before and after Guy Fawkes Night of the anti-social use of fireworks by the General Public culminating in noise nuisance, injuries to Humans/Domestic Pets/Wildlife and increased costs to the NHS, Fire and Police Service.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-10-27T22:14:03.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:46.664Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:46.661Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-10-27T22:14:03.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41058,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/41058.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"BAN FIREWORKS being sold to the general public","background":null,"additional_details":"My late father who, after suffering several severe strokes and could not speak anymore, was totally incapacitated and at the mercy of the anti-social noise pollution by fireworks being set off randomly through the year (not just 5th November or 31st December), which quite frankly could have given him a heart attack at any time.\r\n\r\nIt's all very well if fireworks are set off at organised displays - miles from residential homes etc, but when the public buy them and then set them off whenever they like throughout the year, it's frightening and dangerous. It's not only animals who suffer but the very young and the very old too, unable to fend for themselves. I would like the Government to do something proactive on the side of those who literally do not have a voice to express their terror against fireworks and ban fireworks from being sold to and used by the general public, regardless of what age they are. Fireworks are anti-social items, set off by inconsiderate people.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-10-31T16:34:12.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:47.830Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:47.826Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-10-31T16:34:12.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41067,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/41067.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Reduce the use of fireworks","background":null,"additional_details":"I want the government to limit the use of fireworks, so a licence is needed to buy and use them. They are dangerous, harming many people each year, and causing an increase in the need for the fire service at bonfire night. They cause distress to animals and their owners, are bad for the environment, are an easy way for terrorists to get hold explosives that would not be sold in any other format due to danger and finally they are used inappropriately by young people and those who don't know the safety procedure. The licences should limit to use to certain days- bonfire night, new year, Diwali, Chinese New Year etc. Money lost in tax or by businesses who sell fireworks is made up for by the many benefits of reducing their use.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-10-31T20:44:01.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:47.893Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:47.890Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-10-31T20:44:01.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41113,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/41113.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Restrict the use of fireworks","background":null,"additional_details":"I would like the use of fireworks to be restricted to:\r\nAfter 8pm on November 5th\r\n12pm on December 31st\r\nThe only execptions are firework displays.\r\nForeign people setting them off 24/7 before it's even Halloween (to celebrate Diwali) annoys British and can scare pets (they don't understand). That's why the firework code says \"keep pets indoors\".\r\nSo I would like them restricted for the sake of people's pets and that they are meant for Guy Fawlkes Night.\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-11-01T22:27:35.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:48.322Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:48.319Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-01T22:27:35.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41117,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/41117.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Fireworks should be at organised and licensed displays only and not sold to the general public","background":null,"additional_details":"Fireworks are high explosives that are being sold to individuals. Guns are highly regulated and yet fireworks are, at the end of every year, being sold in shops to people who, invariably, are mo longer using them for safe private displays in a safe environment. They are often used to cause nuisance and spread fear and cause danger in communities.\r\n\r\nFireworks should be only sold to those with a license, who can demonstrate that they are using them for organised events. The organisers of these events must be able to demonstrate that their events have safety as the number one priority.\r\n\r\nOnly by regulating the use of high explosives in this way will we preserve the tradition of Bonfire night and the tradition of using fireworks for celebration by a community rather than their use by those intent on using them to cause physical harm, damage and to spread fear. ","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-11-02T07:49:47.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:48.364Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:48.361Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-02T07:49:47.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41125,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/41125.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Ban Sale of Fireworks to the Public","background":null,"additional_details":"BAN SALES OF FIREWORKS TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT AND LICENCE ORGANISED DISPLAYS.\r\nRESTRICT FIREWORK NIGHT TO ONE DESIGNATED NIGHT OF THE YEAR (EITHER NOVEMBER 5TH OR THE NEAREST SATURDAY TO NOVEMBER 5TH).\r\nUNDER AGE PEOPLE CAN STILL GET HOLD OF FIREWORKS DESPITE CURRENT REGULATIONS.\r\nIN VIEW OF THE HORRIFIC FIREWORK ACCIDENT IN MANCHESTER ISN'T IT ABOUT TIME THERE IS NOW A BAN ON FIREWORK SALES TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC? HOW MANY MORE ACCIDENTS AND HORRIFIC INCIDENTS NEED TO HAPPEN BEFORE OPINIONS CHANGE AND THEY ARE BANNED FROM PUBLIC SALE.\r\n\r\nIT IS VERY, VERY SAD INDEED THAT ANYONE CAN BUY HUGE FIREWORKS AND SET THEM OFF WILLY NILLY ALL YEAR LONG, SCARING PETS AND ALL THE NEIGHBOURHOOD AND WILDLIFE INCLUDING BIRDS.\r\n\r\nISN'T IT ABOUT TIME THEY WERE BANNED NOW ESPECIALLY WHEN THUGS GET HOLD OF THEM AND DELIBERATELY HORRIFICALLY INJURE HURT ANIMALS AND OTHER PEOPLE.\r\n\r\nHOSPITALS ARE ON ALERT AT THIS TIME OF YEAR AND IT JUST ISN'T RIGHT OR JUSTIFIED ANY MORE.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-11-02T12:25:38.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:48.438Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:48.435Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-02T12:25:38.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41139,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/41139.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"FIREWORK SALES AND DANGERS","background":null,"additional_details":"Every year the sale of fireworks begin early, and continue on way past Bonfire Night. Each year more and more misuse of fireworks is increased by the sales of fireworks to those clearly underage. All fireworks should be sold under licenc to those in charge of organised events only. Ensuring this procedure will in turn reduce the number of casualties and fatalities from firework accidents, thus helping in reducing the NHS cost at A&E.\r\n\r\nFireworkds should not be sold from shops, but from licence and controlled retailers only. Misuse of fireworks, ie, being thrown at persons or animals, or placed in properties.\r\n\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-11-02T15:47:53.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:48.534Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:48.531Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-02T15:47:53.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"irrelevant","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41210,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/41210.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"ban the sale of fireworks until 5th November from supermarkets","background":null,"additional_details":"Supermarkets should be banned for selling fireworks until the 5th of November. There are to many fireworks going off on estates around the UK before the actual night.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-11-04T18:35:37.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:49.203Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:49.200Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-04T18:35:37.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41243,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/41243.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"stricter selling time's for fire works","background":null,"additional_details":"loud bangers are the butt off everyone's hate.\r\nthey are never going to be banned, so i say a stricter time limit on selling fireworks should be brought into action.\r\n\r\nso we dont have fireworks going off weeks before and weeks after. it should be made that they can only be sold the day before and on the day of the event (bonfire night/new years eve)\r\n\r\nat least that way our animals and also us, dont have to endure many agonising weeks of needless suffering. ","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-11-05T13:35:40.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:49.431Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:49.427Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-05T13:35:40.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41267,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/41267.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Lets get all fireworks banned from public Sale","background":null,"additional_details":"We want to see the banning of all fireworks to the public! Children, animals and adults alike are petrified of them but have no reprieve from now till well into New Year. Each year the fatalities are frightening because mindless, irresponsible idiots are able to purchase them with out question. Fireworks should be banned for public sale and used only at organised and licensed events only!!! As is the case in almost all other Countries!!! You wouldn't let your child or animal play with electrical equipment why should fireworks be any different....lets make a difference to the safety and wellbeing of our communities ","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-11-05T23:30:56.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:49.618Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:49.615Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-05T23:30:56.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41292,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/41292.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Ban fireworks being sold to members of the public.","background":null,"additional_details":"I would like to see the sale of fireworks to the general public banned, they should only be sold to display organisres that have obtained a licence from their local council, enable them to make their purchases.\r\n\r\nI'm fed up of fireworks getting into the wrong hands, there are so many organised displays, why do individuals need them, they cause inconsideration to others that don't want to hear them, let alone the suffering of pets this tradition causes.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-11-06T13:08:16.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:49.826Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:49.823Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-06T13:08:16.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41333,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/41333.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Fireworks only to be used on Bonfire Night and New Year","background":null,"additional_details":"\r\nThis Petition is regarding a ban on Fireworks on nights that don’t include Bonfire night or New Year.\r\n\r\nI feel each year fireworks get BIGGER and they go on for weeks before and weeks after Bonfire night.\r\nI am an owner of two dog’s one a puppy. I have sat each night for almost a 2 weeks watching my pets tremble with fear.\r\n\r\nI know there is medication out there that they can have to ease this stress but I cant/wont keep them on this medication for almost 2 weeks when this should be a ONE night event.\r\n\r\nThis petition is not only for the myself and the Animals. This is for anyone out there with small children/babies that have been up for nights on end upset because they don’t understand what the noise is and anyone with a fear of fireworks for any reason what so ever.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-11-07T09:13:46.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:50.226Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:50.223Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-07T09:13:46.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41501,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/41501.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Notification of firework displays so people can keep pets safe","background":null,"additional_details":"The government need to make it compulsory for homeowners to notify neighbours of private firework displays in their back yards if are not being held on Nov 5th. Pets don't understand fireworks & the noise which can cause distress & different behaviour. It is only a moral obligation for people to advise neighbours of private firework displays many people appear unwilling to provide the courtesy of advising neighbours that they are carrying out a private display which upsets & angers neighbours as it causes such distress to pets.\r\nResponsible pet owners need to make suitable arrangements for their pets while firework displays are taking place such as closing windows, obtaining a pheromone plug-in device to calm pets, covering hutches and drawing curtains therefore need time to allow for these. It should be a legal obligation for people to advise neighbours of displays. ","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-11-10T21:59:31.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:51.617Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:51.614Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-10T21:59:31.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41556,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/41556.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Restrict Bonfire Night firework displays to 5th November only or the nearest Saturday night.","background":null,"additional_details":"Our dog has been terrified for the last 10 nights running due to Bonfire \"Fortnight\". She has been panting and shaking uncontrollably for up to 4 hours a night even after being given tranquilisers.\r\n\r\nI would like to see a law passed restricting Bonfire Night firework displays to 5th November or the nearest Saturday only and only permitted at other times with a local authority licence at £100 per application.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-11-11T19:43:43.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:51.986Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:51.984Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-11T19:43:43.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41728,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/41728.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"PUT A DATE AND TIME RESTRICTION ON FIREWORKS FOR THE SAKE OF PETS.","background":null,"additional_details":"For the sake of cats and dogs traumatised by fireworks we would like the government to restrict the dates and times of day that fireworks can be set off.\r\nE.G.....3rd to 8th November between the hours of 1800 and 2300 and at the bells on Hogmanay.\r\nAll other fireworks to be used in organised displays only.\r\n   ","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-11-13T23:32:54.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:53.194Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:53.191Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-13T23:32:54.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"no-action","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41732,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/41732.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"No Fireworks to be allowed after 10pm on a weeknight","background":null,"additional_details":"Fireworks are great and everyone enjoys them. However the current regulations that state they can be set off until 11pm unless it is Diwali and they can be set off until 1am is rediculous.\r\n\r\nThe education of our children is vital and them not being able to get a decent nights sleep on a school night as fireworks are being let of all hours of the night.\r\n\r\nThere needs to be punishments e.g. fines for people who break these regulations.\r\n\r\nDuring the winter months when most of the fireworks take place it is plenty dark enough to start setting them off earlier.\r\n\r\nPlease help us make a stand against the noise polution of fireworks so late at night.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-11-14T08:02:46.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:53.219Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:53.216Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-14T08:02:46.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":41769,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/41769.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Ban the use of Fireworks from residential houses","background":null,"additional_details":"I would like to see the use of fireworks banned from being let off from residential houses in the UK. There is too much freedom of the use of fireworks which is a complete noise nuisance at night, especially for those with sleeping babies and scared to death pets!\r\n\r\nPlease help get this stupidness stopped and encourage a quieter neighborhood during celebration seasons. 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We suggest that pyrotechnics need to apply to be a license holder and are then able to host a set number of shows a year. Only license holders can host a fireworks display and purchase fireworks. As well as being very dangerous fireworks cause much distress to many animals including dogs. We also believe that those holding the display should have to inform home owners within a 1 mile radius of the date and time of the event so that they can prepare their dog for the ordeal.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2012-11-25T17:13:05.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:57.792Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:11:57.789Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2012-11-25T17:13:05.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":51523,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/51523.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Government listen so    \"turkey unease\"","background":null,"additional_details":"Government listen to us - so we don't have Turkish plight  ?\r\n\r\nis it mass respect,\r\nis it crystal and not at all mercy,\r\nwould the UK like this or object,\r\nplaying \"copy\" that \"turkey\".\r\na clear demonstration,\r\nwith the world viewing,\r\nwill peace have restoration,\r\nTurkish government might have  \"park plan\" reviewing.\r\npolice have now moved into \"Taksim square\",\r\nafter 2 weeks,\r\nwith \"rubber bullets\" and \"tear gas\" share,\r\nthe world seeing and hearing the shrieks.\r\nthe response was force,\r\nno cup of \"Turkish Tea\" and scones,\r\nthe activist had no remorse,\r\nhurling fireworks, fire bombs and stones.\r\nit then got deeper and spectacular,\r\nmr Erdogans  accused,\r\nthe state must not impose values that are \"secular\",\r\nthe \"protesters\" were far from amused.\r\nmr Erdogan's who is prime-mister,\r\nsaid a meeting is wiser,\r\ni am sure demonstrators will be sinister,\r\nbut its a \"deal\" with the main organizer.\r\nbanners taken down,\r\nbut the government wants the \"protests\" to continue,\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2013-06-11T14:49:02.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:13:21.511Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:13:21.508Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-06-11T14:49:02.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"no-action","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":11345,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/11345.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Ban private fireworks","background":null,"additional_details":"No need to list the number of accidents that happen each year, because we do know that.\r\nFireworks are explosive and as such dangerous, they should not be kept in home nor transported from a to b in a car! They terrorise the most vulnerable beings such as babies, elderly people and animals.  They are used in riots and to attack home owners.  The rest of Europe has a ban on them why not the Uk?\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2011-08-13T09:02:16.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:07:28.736Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:07:28.733Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2011-08-13T09:02:16.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":55840,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/55840.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Control of fireworks","background":null,"additional_details":"I believe that fireworks should be restricted  by regulations to organised displays operated by licensed professionals and that fireworks should not be available for sale to the public.  This would eliminate the personal injuries to users of fireworks and the distress caused to vulnerable people and wild and domestic animals.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2013-10-13T13:26:08.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:14:00.807Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:14:00.805Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-10-13T13:26:08.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":56219,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/56219.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Longer sentences for animal abusers","background":null,"additional_details":"Not enough is done to punish animal abusers, they should get prison and longer sentences.\r\n\r\nThere is far to much animals being abused in this country and something needs to be done about it.\r\n\r\nThere's animals being left to die on streets, animal abusers putting fireworks on cats, THIS SHOULD BE STOPPED!! Not enough is done.\r\n\r\nPlease sign my petition and let's get animal abuse stopped! And longer sentences for animal abusers.\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2013-10-22T21:53:13.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:14:04.555Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:14:04.553Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-10-22T21:53:13.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":56436,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/56436.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Reinstate Victoria Park Fireworks Display","background":null,"additional_details":"We call upon the government to provide funding to reinstate the annual fireworks display in Victoria Park, East London, which was cancelled by Tower Hamlets Council in 2011.\r\n\r\nVictoria Park's fireworks display was generally amazing, with excellent access for disabled people and enough room to move. It attracted people from all over East London. In 2011 it was cancelled on cost grounds in favour of a smaller display in Weaver's Fields.\r\n\r\nThe large event made a large number of people's lives a little bit better by providing highly enjoyable family entertainment. It was accessible, with good humoured themes created by local cultural groups. In short, it was thoroughly British.\r\n\r\nFew events can claim to provide so much bang for so little buck. Please restore it to the calendar","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2013-10-29T20:16:28.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:14:06.645Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:14:06.620Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2013-10-29T20:16:28.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"irrelevant","details":"For the Council to decide on, not the Government"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":56591,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/56591.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Introduce advanced warning laws for private firework celebrations","background":null,"additional_details":"We want to see the introduction of new regulations to govern how people plan private firework celebrations.\r\n\r\nAt present, people can set off fireworks in their homes or on private land (with permission from landowner) without notifying those living nearby. This has a major impact on a large number of former armed forces personnel, many of whom struggle to cope with the noise and flashes made by fireworks. PTSD sufferers are particularly vulnerable.\r\n\r\nWe want rules implemented which enforce a minimum of 24hours notice of a private display by the use of prominently displayed posters at the venue/property which clearly show the date, precise time and duration of the fireworks.\r\n\r\nAdvanced warning will have a significant reduction in the impact of fireworks on those who do not enjoy them and find them traumatic.\r\n\r\nThe introduction of these measures will improve the experiences of those who find fireworks distressing including many pets and their owners.\r\n\r\nThe Veterans 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registered organised firework displays","background":null,"additional_details":"This is a petition to ban firework sales to the public unless holding a registered, organised firework display.\r\nThis aims to minimise stress to wildlife and domestic pets during the firework season 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pay our taxes for the Official Fireworks for the New Year, it should be shared around the country.\r\nI propose that 2015 should be celebrated with a firework display on St Helens Hotties","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2014-01-01T00:27:52.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:14:27.706Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:14:27.704Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-01-01T00:27:52.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"irrelevant","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":69654,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/69654.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat 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go'ers!","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2014-09-17T17:06:58.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:16:07.898Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:16:07.896Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-09-17T17:06:58.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"irrelevant","details":"This is a matter for the Mayor of London's office not for Government"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":69666,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/69666.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"LONDON FIREWORKS CHARGE","background":null,"additional_details":"Boris Johnson, Mayor for London is introducing a ticket system for people wanting to see the fireworks display in London on New Year's Eve. Tickets will cost £10 per person. The Mayor  says this is so that the crowds will be more managable.\r\n\r\nNowhere else in the world charges to see in the New Year! This will hit hard up families and tourist visitors to London who already get ripped off with exorbitant tourist prices in London!\r\n\r\nLONDON FIREWORKS SHOULD BE FREE FOR ALL\r\n\r\n\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2014-09-18T00:49:25.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:16:08.022Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:16:08.019Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-09-18T00:49:25.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"irrelevant","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":71568,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/71568.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Ban private firework displays except from 5th novemenr","background":null,"additional_details":"Stop public firework displays only allow them from 31st-5th November every year.\r\n\r\nPoor animals and also,kids are scared or kids are trying to sleep it's not fair! 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This directly affects people's well being.\r\n\r\nPet owners , the elderly and children all suffer unnecessarily due to these ongoing extremely loud fireworks.\r\n\r\nIt is my suggestion that retailers are only allowed to sell 'quiet' fireworks to the general public. Thus still allowing an enjoyable bonfire night without disturbing the peace.\r\n\r\nCurrently the sound limit for fireworks is 120db , which is the equivalent of sitting on the front row of a rock concert. At 132db eardrum vibration becomes noticeable. Hearing damage starts at 85db.\r\n\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2014-11-01T21:49:26.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:16:25.215Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:16:25.212Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-11-01T21:49:26.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":71684,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/71684.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Keep fireworks for organised events for animal welfare.","background":null,"additional_details":"I am creating this petition in an effort to help control the use of fireworks to council only events. As so many animals are disturbed during the neglect usage of fireworks not only on bonfire night but the lead up and beyond. To many animals SUFFER due to irresponsible people and the use of fireworks! 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In order to be able to provide safety for people there should be a law stating that anyone who wishes to purchase fireworks should hold some sort of licence to do so, as well as undergoing a training course ensuring they are aware of the dangers and correct uses, with fireworks being so common and extremely accesable to the public, there needs to be more safety precautions taken, people need to be educated. 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That this money is reinvested into charities, school, health, disaster or overseas aid.\r\n\r\nWith London, England setting a precedent, the rest of the United Kingdon should follow and hopefully the world. With world leaders seeing the amount of money wasted on these events. The amount of change that could be brought about through these changes it would be silly not to. Better value for money. More economically viable.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2014-12-31T16:25:48.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:16:40.266Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:16:40.264Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-12-31T16:25:48.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"irrelevant","details":"For the Mayor to decide."},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":73383,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/73383.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"allow fireworks to only be sold by registered firearms dealers","background":null,"additional_details":"In accordance with recent changes to the laws regarding the sale of low powered air weapons to only be available through registered firearms dealers, the law should be chaged to restrict the sale of fireworks to the same process, due to the greater destructive power and greater misuse of fireworks.","committee_note":null,"state":"closed","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2014-12-31T20:49:25.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:16:40.340Z","rejected_at":null,"opened_at":"2015-01-09T11:05:15.000Z","closed_at":"2015-03-30T22:59:59.000Z","moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2014-12-31T20:49:25.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":null,"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":73489,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/73489.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Removal of barriers and need for tickets to see fireworks in London on New Years Eve","background":null,"additional_details":"We want the need for tickets to see London's New Years Eve fireworks and therefore, the need for barriers, to keep non-ticket holders out, removed.\r\nNot everybody can afford the £10 to get a good view to see the fireworks.\r\n\r\nEven though £1 million pounds was raised through ticket sales the cost of running the event was much more. The fireworks cost £1 millon; then there's the cost of the stewards, police, medical care, events company, facilities and barriers that mean the cost is not recouped through ticket sales. So those who pay for it through taxes cannot get a good view.\r\n\r\nSome areas experienced crowd surges from those without tickets that resulted in people being injured.\r\nThe queues to access the ticketed area extended for over a mile leaving people standing in the freezing cold.\r\n\r\nThe emergency services could not access some areas of the event in vehicles.\r\n\r\nBy removing the tickets and therefore, the barriers all these problems and many more will be resolved.\r\n","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2015-01-05T15:26:17.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:16:41.168Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:16:41.166Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2015-01-05T15:26:17.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"irrelevant","details":"For the Mayor to answer."},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":74852,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/74852.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"New Year's Celebrations Funding Reassigned to Charity","background":null,"additional_details":"2015 New Year's celebrations in London cost almost £2 million and it lasted around 10 minutes. This funding would be very useful if it was reassigned to another cause. Any kind of charity would be a much more worthy cause than some fireworks and music. Also if London decided to adopt this approach for the 2016 New Year's celebrations, then it may encourage other countries to also adopt this approach. This will be a much more worthwhile use of government funding. 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Ie selling of open green spaces etc , I am very passionate about this event , it attracts over 60k visitors over the 2 day event bring all community's and family's together in a multicultural atmosphere , SAVE OUR DANSON FESTIVAL ","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2015-02-17T07:31:18.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:16:50.690Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:16:50.687Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2015-02-17T07:31:18.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"irrelevant","details":"This is a matter that only the local council can deal with.\r\n\r\nHowever, perhaps your MP would be interested in helping any campaign, as well as the local press?"},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":19142,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/19142.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Fireworks for licensed displays only","background":null,"additional_details":"In memory of my late sister Teresa Kulkarni whose last request was that I keep this petition going. She delivered the same petition of 129,387 signatures to 10 Downing Street in 2006 by hand and in 2003 with 92,835 signatures. See www.fireworkspetition.co.uk.\r\n\r\nWe the signatories of this petition request the government to protect the people, animals and property of England from danger and nuisance by taking fireworks out of the hands of those who abuse them. Teresa spoke to members of the Emergency services and Hospital A&E departments who made similar statements. We believe this can only be practically achieved and economically enforced by restricting the sale of fireworks to licensed displays only. We ask this to happen now as we have asked before.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2011-10-13T12:35:00.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:08:38.624Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:08:38.621Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2011-10-13T12:35:00.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":18836,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/18836.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Make sale / use of fireworks illegal outside of organised displays","background":null,"additional_details":"Every year thousands of children and animals are killed or severely injured by the inappropriate use of fireworks.  At the very least dogs / cats are traumatised by the sound of fireworks.  This problem starts as early as September and can often continue through the Christmas and New Year celebrations.  Fireworks are explosive weapons, the sale of which should be banned from the general public, the exception being to those who can prove they are in a responsible position and the fireworks are to be used within the confines of an organised display.  Please make these explosives illegal and keep our children and pets safe!  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Fireworks should be restricted to organised events,the use of fireworks without an events licence should be outlawed before its your child,pet or property is the victim    ","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2011-10-26T17:54:53.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:08:51.831Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:08:51.829Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2011-10-26T17:54:53.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":6595,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/6595.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Ban the sale of firewoks to the public.","background":null,"additional_details":"Stop selling fireworks to the public on health and safety and noise pollution grounds as animals and certain people are frightened and only sell to qualified experienced people who organize exhibitions","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2011-08-07T17:33:05.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:06:44.941Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:06:44.938Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2011-08-07T17:33:05.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":2497,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/2497.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Ban fireworks except for organised displays","background":null,"additional_details":"As a matter of urgent animal, pet and wildlife welfare, to ban the sale of fireworks to any except licenced event organisers. Fireworks are now on sale widely throughout the year and are more powerful and noisy than ever before. This causes demonstrable stress and even injury to domestic animals, pets and wildlife. Fireworks are also used to torture and torment both animals and humans alike. They can be enjoyed as much if not more when used in organised and regulated displays than when used individually, hence there is no justification for their sale to private individuals.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2011-08-04T16:18:05.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:06:08.285Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:06:08.282Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2011-08-04T16:18:05.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":21098,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/21098.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"Fireworks Ban To The General Public ( Display Purpose Only )","background":null,"additional_details":"This is to try and get a ban on the general sale of fireworks to the public. They cause untold stress to animals and people and a lot of damage and injury. We have to put up with fireworks now from early October to into the New Year. Old people are scared stiff, many who have served in the war and the bangs take them back to the battle field all over again. People who think it's fun to attatch fireworks to animals, killing and maming them. Thousands of animals are stressed to the point of having to be sedated due to fireworks. If they were kept to public display purpose only, all of the above could be eliminated.","committee_note":null,"state":"rejected","signature_count":1,"created_at":"2011-11-01T20:34:13.000Z","updated_at":"2017-06-21T15:08:57.371Z","rejected_at":"2017-06-21T15:08:57.368Z","opened_at":null,"closed_at":null,"moderation_threshold_reached_at":"2011-11-01T20:34:13.000Z","response_threshold_reached_at":null,"government_response_at":null,"debate_threshold_reached_at":null,"scheduled_debate_date":null,"debate_outcome_at":null,"rejection":{"code":"duplicate","details":null},"government_response":null,"debate":null,"departments":[],"topics":[]}},{"type":"archived-petition","id":3677,"links":{"self":"https://petition.parliament.uk/archived/petitions/3677.json"},"parliament":{"period":"2010-2015","government":"Conservative – Liberal Democrat coalition","dissolution_at":"2015-03-30T23:59:59.000+01:00","response_threshold":10000,"debate_threshold":100000},"attributes":{"action":"No more Private Fireworks","background":null,"additional_details":"Fireworks are dangerous, they are explosive and as such should be banned.  They kill, frighten animals and are not wisely used. 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