UK New Year's Eve Fireworks Law & Times Explained
Your guide to the UK's New Year's Eve fireworks laws. Know the 1am cut-off, buying restrictions, and penalties to avoid fines or prison. Stay legal this celebration.
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Tougher e-bike regulations start next year in England
Stricter e-bike safety regulations are coming to England in 2026. Learn about the new E-Bike Positive scheme, industry pledges, and vital safety advice from fire and police services.
Firefighters' Christmas Turkey Frying Warning
Firefighters demonstrate the dangerous mistake that can cause a turkey to burst into flames. Learn their crucial safety tips for a hazard-free Christmas dinner.
10 Major Product Recalls in December 2025
The Office for Product Safety and Standards has issued multiple product recalls in December 2025, affecting items from beauty products to home goods. Check the list to see if you own any affected items.
Next recalls Cora ceiling light over injury risk
Next urgently recalls Cora 5LT Flush Ceiling Light after safety watchdog warns glass globes may detach and fall. Customers told to stop use immediately and return for full refund.
Button Battery Christmas Warning: 'Could Kill in Hours'
Experts warn button batteries in toys and festive items can be fatal if swallowed. Hospital admissions have doubled in a decade. Learn the critical safety steps.
Woman followed and threatened in Wellington street
A woman in Wellington, Telford, was followed and subjected to violent threats by a man. Police are investigating the incident, which has prompted warnings to local women.
Mum's Christmas warning five years after fatal Solihull crash
A Birmingham mother shares her grief five years after her son and daughter-in-law died in a crash. She urges drivers to wear seatbelts and drive safely this Christmas.
Shein bra leaves woman with burns and blisters
A woman from Durham claims a cheap Shein adhesive bra caused painful burns and scarring. Shein has removed the product and issued a refund. Read her full story.
£3 bus fare cap makes festive travel affordable
The government's £3 bus fare cap, extended to 2027, makes Christmas markets and New Year's Eve fireworks accessible and affordable. Discover routes and savings.
Asda recalls cushions over fire risk
Asda has urgently recalled specific George at Home cushions sold since 2023 due to a potential fire hazard. Customers are urged to return items for a full refund.
20mph limits proposed for seven Birmingham roads near school
Birmingham City Council launches a public consultation on a Safer Route to School scheme for Chilcote School, including 20mph limits and traffic calming measures. Have your say by January 9.
Asda recalls cushions and seat pads over fire risk
Asda urgently recalls George Home cushions and seat pads due to fire safety concerns. Customers told to stop use immediately and return for a full refund.
London Councils Demand E-Bike Safety Crackdown
London boroughs urge government action against unsafe e-bikes and batteries sold online. New powers and fines sought to protect public safety in the capital.
New 20mph limits proposed for Birmingham roads
Birmingham City Council launches consultation on 20mph speed limits and safety measures near Chilcote School in Hall Green. Have your say by 9 January.
Police Reassure Public Over Birmingham Safety
West Midlands Police launch Winter in Action initiative with specialist officers to tackle knife crime and reassure visitors to Birmingham's Christmas Markets. Senior officers urge public not to fear the city centre.
Birmingham parents anxious over Christmas market safety
Parents in Birmingham are expressing deep concern over letting their children visit the city's Christmas Markets alone, following a spate of knife crime. Discover their fears and police safety advice.
Slow driving police stop highlights road safety priority
A journalist's experience of being pulled over for driving too slowly on a dark, rainy night leads to a reflection on the vital role of police in keeping roads safe, especially during the festive season.
Birmingham women pay 'pink tax' for safety after stabbing
Women in Birmingham reveal the costly 'pink tax' they pay for safety, changing routines after Katie Fox's fatal stabbing. Read their stories and the data on women's safety.
Birmingham women reveal 'least safe' areas in new survey
A new survey reveals the Birmingham streets women actively avoid after reporting catcalling, assault, and being followed. Calls grow for urgent safety improvements.
Safer first phones for kids as pressure grows in Year Five
UK parents are turning to controlled SIMs like ParentShield for children's first phones, balancing independence with safety amid new online laws and peer pressure. Discover the smart alternative.
Christmas market-goer avoids Birmingham after assault
A man and his carer were assaulted in Birmingham city centre. The victim, a regular at the German Market, now says he is too afraid to visit this Christmas. Read his story.
Firefighters warn against charging phones in bed
UK safety experts issue urgent warning: charging phones under pillows or duvets can cause overheating and fires. Learn the three must-do safety tips to protect your home.
DVSA warning over dangerous vehicles found in MOT tests
The DVSA issues a stark warning to all drivers after MOT testers discover perilous defects, including seatbelts repaired with tape. It's every motorist's duty to ensure vehicle safety.
Major Walsall fire at unit 'full of fireworks'
A huge fire at a Walsall industrial unit, believed to be full of fireworks, caused explosions and major damage. 55 firefighters were deployed. No injuries reported. Read the latest.
Major Walsall Fire Involving Fireworks Contained
A major fire at a Walsall industrial unit, believed to contain fireworks, caused explosions. 55 firefighters responded. No injuries reported. Read the latest updates.
Major Walsall fire at storage unit full of fireworks
A major fire erupted at a Walsall storage unit containing fireworks, requiring 55 firefighters. Pleck Road was closed. No injuries reported. Read the latest updates.
Explosion at Walsall unit full of fireworks forces firefighter to run
Dramatic footage shows a firefighter fleeing a massive explosion at a Walsall industrial unit packed with fireworks. 55 crews battled the blaze. Read the latest updates.
Major Walsall fire causes fireworks explosion
A major fire at a Walsall storage unit containing fireworks led to dramatic explosions. Pleck Road remains closed as emergency services continue operations.
Walsall fireworks storage unit fire tackled by 11 crews
A major fire involving a storage unit understood to contain fireworks is burning on a Walsall industrial estate. Eleven fire engines are at the scene. Follow live updates.
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