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<p>Limiting firework displays to regulated organised displays only is not supported,
on public safety grounds, by the current available evidence. Official statistics,
from NHS Digital, demonstrate that there is a downwards trend in hospital admissions
in England, arising from the discharge of fireworks, with 114 such admissions in 2014/15.
The Government will continue to focus on reducing accidents and nuisance by encouraging
industry, retailers and others to promote responsible use through guidance and public
education.</p><p> </p><p>The Government accepts that fireworks can have a detrimental
effect on some animals. However, we consider that if users follow guidance on the
correct and sensible use of fireworks, and owners of animals take appropriate precautions,
these can help to avoid or reduce any detrimental effects.</p>
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