• On 9th December the 2023 government petition on fireworks will be debated in Westminster Hall, offering a critical opportunity to influence future regulations
• On 10th December, Sarah Owen’s MP drop-in event will provide a platform for MPs to understand the importance of firework reform and its public backing
• On 17th January, Sarah Owen’s private members’ bill will have its second reading
• Combined with the 1 million+ supporters of our change petition and the current government petition over 50,000 signatures in 10 days, this is our best chance to show MPs how much public support exists for stricter regulations

Fireworks cause significant harm to pets, wildlife, the environment and people with conditions affected by fireworks. Emailing your MP is a key step toward pushing for better regulations. Some people have suggested a template they can use to email their MP, but unfortunately, it is likely such an email would be rejected as it would be identified as a duplicate or spam. Writing your message in your own words makes it far more likely to be noticed and taken seriously.

The easiest way to contact your MP is to use https://www.writetothem.com/

In order to help, we have included below some points to consider, which can be used as a guideline:

1. Introduce your concern:

– Example: “I am writing to share my concerns about the significant harm caused by the widespread use of fireworks in our community.”

2. Share your personal experience (optional but beneficial if you can):

– Briefly explain how fireworks affect you, your family, or your pets.

– Example: “Every year, my dog suffers severe anxiety due to fireworks, requiring sedation for weeks.”

3. Highlight the wider impact:

– Mention the effects on wildlife, farm animals, or vulnerable individuals such as those with PTSD, dementia, or neurodivergent conditions such as autism.

– Include environmental concerns, such as pollution from chemicals and debris.

4. Propose solutions:

– Suggest restricting fireworks to licensed, organised events only.

– Call for designated firework dates to limit prolonged distress.

– Have a look at the Firework Campaign website and our petitions calling for action 

5. Request action:

– Example: “I urge you to advocate for stricter regulations on fireworks and raise this issue in Parliament.”

– Ask them to attend the debate on 9th December.

– Ask them to attend Sarah Owen’s MP drop-in event on 10th December, where MPs can learn more about her private members’ bill on firework reform and the widespread public support for these changes.

– Ask them to support the second reading of Sarah Owen’s private members bill on 17th January.

6. Be polite and concise:

– Example: “Thank you for taking the time to consider my concerns. I hope you will support changes to address this issue.”

Always remember to add your full name, address, phone number, and email address, otherwise your email may be ignored.