Scots face a hefty fine or a prison sentence if they do not follow strict laws on fireworks during Bonfire Night this year.
Huge changes to the law in 2021 mean it's illegal to set off fireworks between certain hours of the day - meaning people only have a five-hour window to use them.The Fireworks Regulations 2004 act means that using fireworks illegally could land you with a fine of up to £5,000 or a prison sentence of up to six months.Fixed penalty notices of £80 may also be issued to people who throw of discharge a firework in a street or public place.The legislation states that fireworks should only be let off on private land - such as a garden - or on land where a landowner has given permission.There has also been major changes to
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