October 2021
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Jubilee Centre fireworks display to go ahead in new ‘low noise’ format
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own councillors have given the go-ahead for this year’s Bradley Stoke fireworks display, despite lingering concerns relating to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Taking place on Sunday 7th November at the Jubilee Centre BS32 8HL (see poster on facing page), the event will, for the first time in its history, feature specially selected ‘low noise’ fireworks. The decision to trial a ‘low noise’ display was made in response to concerns raised by a resident over the detrimental impact of a traditional display “on local wildlife and pets”. It was supported by five councillors, with three against and two abstentions. The ‘low noise’ display will operate at a lower level in the sky and will not include ‘shell burst’ effects. However, it will not be totally silent as most fireworks emit a ‘whooshing’ noise on launch. Councillors originally agreed to stage a trial ‘low noise’ display in 2020, but that event was cancelled due to the pandemic, so the trial has been rolled over to this year. At September’s Full Council meeting, much discussion took place on the pros and cons of holding the event “in the current
uncertain Covid-19 climate” and the possible loss of deposits should the event have to be cancelled by South Glos Council or Public Health England at the last minute due to a local surge in cases. The decision to go ahead was reached by seven votes to two, with two abstentions. The total cost of staging the event is estimated at £6,745, consisting of £4,195 paid to the fireworks operator for a 20-minute display and the remainder on security staff, skip hire and barrier hire. Entry to the event is free, however collections will be made towards the mayor’s two charities: Dogs for Good and St Peter’s Hospice.
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