Fireworks in Scotland: action plan

Footnotes

1. It should be noted that consultation responses are not representative of the wider population, and it is often those with the strongest views on a subject who choose to respond. The findings from the nationally representative opinion poll, which can be generalised to the Scottish population, show a similar picture to the consultation, but with lower proportions of respondents supporting potential changes.

2. FireSkills is a flexible youth engagement programme that provides a unique learning experience for young people. Run from local Fire Stations, courses are tailored to meet requirements of the youngpeople involved, supporting a reduction in service demand and developing core-skills of those involved. In late 2019, SFRS will formally launch its new Youth Volunteer scheme. The weekly scheme will use fire-fighter drills and community safety engagement activities to assist young people to make positive choices as they emerge into adulthood.