Residents are being asked to report any incidents of fireworks being set off in an anti-social manner, including sharing names of offenders and any video footage, to help Burnley Police crack down on the illegal use of fireworks.

Burnley Police have asked for the public’s help as they continue to crackdown on the illegal use of fireworks across the borough.

Residents have been asked to report any incidents of fireworks being set off in an anti-social manner with as much detail as possible. This includes sharing names of offenders, street names, with house numbers if possible, and any video footage.

A spokesman said: “If you film any incidents, please make sure you’re protected, as your safety is paramount.

“We know it can be frustrating and distressing when fireworks are set off. Please help us know where, when, and who to target.”

The public have also been asked to report any shops they know are selling fireworks illegally.

Incidents can also be reported by ringing 101 or online, and if you would like to report anonymously you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

In the case of an emergency incident residents are asked to always ring 999

A guide to the law around the use of fireworks can be found on the government website.

Anyone under 18 cannot buy “adult’ fireworks, and it’s against the law for anyone to set off fireworks between 11pm and 7am, except on certain occasions such as Bonfire Night, when the cut off is midnight, New Year’s Eve Diwali and Chinese New Year when the cut off time is 1am.

Firework safety guidelines can also be obtained from The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents and the Health and Safety Executive.