§ Mr. Alan CampbellTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what discussions her Department has had with fireworks retailers regarding the period in which fireworks can be sold. [65642]
§ Mr. WilsonDiscussions are to take place shortly with fireworks retailers regarding the voluntary period of sale.
§ Mr. Alan CampbellTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what discussions her Department has had with fireworks manufacturers regarding the banning of aerial bangers. [65522]
§ Mr. WilsonThe Department has had discussions with representatives of fireworks manufacturers who have put in place a voluntary ban on the supply of air bombs to the consumer.
§ Mr. Alan CampbellTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what representations her Department has had from animal welfare organisations regarding the sale and use of fireworks. [65523]
§ Mr. WilsonThe Department has received representations from animal welfare organisations regarding the sale and use of fireworks, but this is essentially a matter for the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) under the Protection of Animals Act 1919.