The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has advised against people setting off their own fireworks. They have urged them to instead attend organised displays to ensure safety.
Bonfire night is a tradition filled with fireworks and bonfires throughout Britain. Originating in 1606, the tradition began one year after Guy Fawkes’s infamous plot to blow up the Houses of Parliament in London.
In Edinburgh, organised celebrations took place at Calton Hill, Dalkeith, and Currie.
Parents have also been urged to keep their children out of anti-social behaviour.
Previous incidents and disruptions with fireworks have led to the induction of Firework Control Zones (FCZs), which are scattered throughout the city.
These zones are effective from 31 October until 9 November. They prohibit the use of fireworks that are not part of organised displays.
One area affected by the FCZs is Niddrie, following an incident last year where police responded to a group of 50 teenagers using petrol bombs.
Emergency service workers were hit with fireworks, bricks, and bottles.
Since bonfire night took place, there has been significantly less disruption compared to last year.
According to police, emergency services responded to 833 calls across Scotland, which is almost 500 fewer than in 2024.
“Morrison Street on Bonfire Night” by Lord Biro is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.