Wishaw MSP urges constituents to stay safe ahead of Bonfire Night

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Motherwell and Wishaw MSP Clare Adamson is urging constituents to stay safe ahead of Bonfire Night and to stick to organised public firework displays.Last year, The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) received more than 1000 calls from the public during an eight-hour period.

Firefighters across Scotland dealt with over 370 bonfires and there were eight attacks on crews reported.It is illegal for the general public to use fireworks before 6pm or after 11pm – extended to midnight on November 5.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android It is also a criminal offence for anyone to supply fireworks or other pyrotechnic articles to a person under 18.Ms Adamson said: “I want to thank emergency workers for their enduring professionalism and dedication.

Frankly, we could all make their jobs easier around Bonfire Night by heeding safety advice.“I know people are keen to have fun and mark the occasion with friends and families.