Rejected petition highlight the harm caused by fireworks

. Every year around 5 November, fireworks terrify countless pets and wildlife. Renaming Guy Fawkes Night to “Scare Your Pets Day” would highlight the suffering caused and spark discussion about more compassionate celebrations.

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Fireworks cause panic, injury, and distress to animals across the UK. Many pet owners dread this night. Renaming it “Scare Your Pets Day” would make the issue impossible to ignore, encouraging public awareness and empathy. It’s time our traditions reflected kindness as well as history.

This petition was rejected

Why was this petition rejected?

It’s about something that the UK Government or Parliament is not directly responsible for.

The naming of Guy Fawkes night is not an official responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament, but is a matter of tradition and public custom.

We only reject petitions that don’t meet the petition standards.

Date submitted 27 October 2025
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