BONFIRES
Some adverse comments have been heard regarding smoke from bonfires which have been lit during the day
If you want to have a bonfire, please consider the others around you. The local comments
range from smoke staining washing that was hanging out to dry, dangerous road conditions
with thick smoke billowing across the A346 just past the roundabout (heading toward
the Wharf), and, even as extreme as an entire school being kept in at play-
As yet, and maybe surprisingly, considering the enthusiasm of Government to legislate, criminalise and tax just about everything that exists, the laws on bonfires are quite limited and mainly cover the nuisance aspect
Some guidance from the relevant authorities:
Bonfire Guidelines (extract from Environmental Protection)
A bonfire can be a useful way for disposing of garden waste that cannot be composted – or perhaps you want a bonfire just for fun. Bonfires have traditionally been used to mark events – currently the main bonfire tradition is Bonfire Night, and in Northern Ireland 11th July. If you do have a bonfire to dispose of garden waste, or on Bonfire Night, warn your neighbours – they are much less likely to complain. And follow our good bonfire guidelines.
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