(a)
To write to the Welsh Government urging them to utilise any levers at
their disposal to mitigate any detrimental impact on animals and vulnerable
people of the hosting of fireworks displays.
(b)
To write to the UK Government urging them to introduce legislation to
limit the maximum noise level of fireworks to 90dB for those sold to the public
for private displays.
(c) To
request the Communities Scrutiny Committee to give consideration within its work
programme to review what steps the Council can take to promote or encourage:
o
that all
public firework displays within the local authority boundaries should be
advertised in advance of the event, allowing residents to take precautions for
their animals and vulnerable people.
o
a public
awareness campaign about the impact of fireworks on animal welfare and
vulnerable people – including precautions that can be taken to mitigate risks.
o
local
suppliers of fireworks to stock ‘quieter’ fireworks for public displays.
o
people to
limit the use of fireworks to a period close to specific dates.