Autumn in the UK usually heralds the start of firework season. There are many festivities where fireworks feature strongly; such as Halloween, Bonfire Night, Diwali, New Year and Chinese New Year. Public displays are by far the safest way to enjoy fireworks. However, many parents are feeling under pressure to hold a fireworks party at […]
Fireworks are exciting and eagerly anticipated by many people, yet for the majority of pets it can be a stressful and dangerous time. Pets have no idea that it is Bonfire night, New Year or some other celebration. All they know is that the world around them has suddenly become frightening and unpredictable. This year […]
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For a person with dementia, loud noises can confuse, scare or trigger unwanted past memories. Read Alzheimer’s Society’s top tips for staying safe and scare-free when celebrating with fireworks. During Bonfire night, Diwali, New Year’s Eve and other festivals and events, fireworks are commonplace and used to mark the occasion. However, fireworks may be challenging […]
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As winter approaches there are many festivities to look forward to which feature fireworks such as Halloween, Bonfire Night, Diwali, New Year and Chinese New Year. Sadly fireworks are increasingly being deployed as weapons and this has led Greater Manchester’s police chief to call for a ban on fireworks being sold to the general public, […]
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Whether you love Halloween or loathe it, the occasion is growing in popularity. For many, Halloween is a spine-chilling spectacular and night of unlimited sweets. For others it is simply overwhelming and intimidating. Whether you favour the full-on horror-fest or will be locking your front door and switching the lights off, read on to find […]
Firework Safety – Top Tips to keep safe: Autumn in the UK usually heralds the start of firework season. There are many festivities where fireworks feature strongly; such as Halloween, Bonfire Night, Diwali, New Year and Chinese New Year. Public displays are by far the safest way to enjoy fireworks. However, many parents are feeling […]
Children’s Burns Trust warns of a rise in Burn Injuries from Fireworks at Home: Autumn in the UK usually heralds the start of firework season. There are many festivities where fireworks feature strongly; such as Halloween, Bonfire Night, Diwali, New Year and Chinese New Year. This year is different. Due to covid-19, public displays have […]
Autumn in the UK heralds the start of firework season where there are many festivities where fireworks feature strongly; such as Halloween, Bonfire Night, Diwali, New Year and Chinese New Year. This year many shops and supermarkets are voluntarily choosing not to sell fireworks for private displays. It is far safer to attend a public […]
Fireworks are exciting and eagerly anticipated by many people, yet for the majority of pets it can be a stressful and dangerous time. Pets have no idea that it is Bonfire night, New Year or some other celebration. All they know is that the world around them has suddenly become frightening and unpredictable. This year […]
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