§ 9. Mr. Archerasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department on how many occasions he has ordered fireworks to be rendered harmless under Section 1 of the Fireworks Act, 1951, during the latest period for which figures are available.
§ Miss BaconNone, Sir. My Department seeks to ensure safety in the design and manufacture of fireworks by frequent inspections of firework factories and by close consultation with the trade.
§ Mr. ArcherSince during the fireworks period each year 2,000 to 3,000 accidents occur involving fireworks, is my right hon. Friend satisfied that the system of inspection is adequate?
§ Miss BaconYes, I am satisfied that the system is adequate, and I very much regret the fact that there are so many accidents. These accidents usually arise from carelessness and misuse of fireworks which are not handled according to the instructions.