What are the problems associated with garden bonfires?
• Burning garden waste produces smoke, especially if it is damp and smouldering. It will also contain pollutants such as carbon dioxide, dioxins and particles. Burning plastic or rubber or painted materials not only creates an unpleasant smell but also produces a range of poisonous compounds. The bonfire will also contribute to the general level of air pollution. • The smoke, smuts and smell from bonfires can result in many complaints to local authorities. Smoke prevents neighbours from enjoying their garden, opening windows or hanging out washing. This is particularly concerning where adults or their children are asthmatic or have a chest condition. In addition they can easily get out of control and cause damage to fences, buildings and plants especially if left unattended. • In the borough of South Ribble , there are no specific local bylaws which prohibit garden bonfires, nor any which restricts them to certain hours of the day, days of the week or number per year. • If a garden bon
