ANYBODY holding a bonfire on public land in Burnley has until the end of October to register their event.
The registration scheme has been running for several years and has been successful in cutting the number of call-outs for the fire service to ‘nuisance’ fires during its busiest time of the year. In return for registering, you will get professional support to help make sure the event goes safely.
This includes a site inspection by fire officers, and expert advice on fire and firework safety.
Fires must be registered by 5pm on Thursday, October 31. Any unregistered bonfires built on public land face being cleared.
Posters and leaflets are being distributed to promote the scheme, and provide information Details are also available by visiting www.burnley.gov. uk/bonfire where you can also register your bonfire.
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