I can see where Paul is coming from, here, especially as, like Etc. says, it is restricted to the one night of the year. I am quite prepared to accept that Paul is the kind of guy to conduct his home display in the utmost safety.
Unfortunately, the trend over the last few years has seen more & more powerful fireworks being available for sale over an extended period. This has meant that at this time of year, for hours on end, for weeks at a time, the ground shaking explosions have terrified animals & upset people.
I like fireworks, I have fond memories of our own 'displays' in the back yard with a pack of 'Brocks' - but the selfishness of a minority has spoilt that ideal, hence the current restrictions.
