Decision details

Warren Action Group (WAG) Annual Free Fireworks Display

Reference: D1490

Decision Maker: Corporate Director of Environment Communities and Leisure

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Purpose:

To give permission for WAG to organise a firework display at Muirfield Recreation Ground on Friday 1st November 2024 between 17:30pm to 20:30pm, fireworks display to commence at 19:30pm (site set up from 12:30pm and site cleared by 21:30pm)

Decision:

That WAG be allowed to run their event at Muirfield Recreation Ground on the above dates and times. Estimated attendance up to 500. WAG have liaised with the Firework company to ensure the reduction of the decibels of the fireworks and will market the event widely within the area ensuring residents have prior knowledge of the event.
This decision is dependent on correct insurance and the issue of a user licence agreement indemnifying Gedling Borough Council in the event of accident for any activities held on the park. WAG will have also consulted the Nottinghamshire Safety Advisory Group to assist with an event management plan having full regard for health & safety at the event. The management plan will be approved prior to the event.

Reasons for the decision:

To encourage use of the Council’s Parks and Open Spaces.

Alternative options considered:

Not to hold the event

Publication date: 06/02/2024

Date of decision: 06/02/2024