Myth of the month: Health and Safety laws ban bonfires October 2nd 2008
The HSE's myth of the month for October addresses the myth that health and safety law bans bonfires.
The reality
Despite the story of a rugby club showing a film of a bonfire instead of lighting a real one, health and safety legislation doesn’t ban them.
Over the coming months, millions of people will be enjoying Diwali and Guy Fawkes Night celebrations. So if you’re organising a public event, now or at any other time, don’t let it go up in smoke - take practical steps to manage the risks responsibly, and sensibly.
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