Stay safe this Halloween and Bonfire Night

Bolton Council is taking part in Operation Treacle - a multi-agency campaign working to keep our communities safe during the Halloween and Bonfire period.

This time each year, Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service, Greater Manchester Police, local councils, Greater Manchester Combined Authority, and Transport for Greater Manchester work together to prevent harm, protect our communities and tackle anti-social behavior and criminal damage.

This year, the coronavirus pandemic means additional safety measures are in place and families are urged to take extra precautions.

Bolton, as well as the rest of Greater Manchester, has been placed in the “Very High” COVID-19 alert level by the government to help prevent the spread of coronavirus.

All the partners want to support the communities of Greater Manchester to enjoy themselves safely.

Halloween

Please follow the advice:

• Avoid door-to-door trick or treating
• Do not meet with other households indoors or in private gardens
• Only meet people outdoors in public spaces in groups of up to six

You should also check that children’s Halloween costumes are CE marked to ensure they meet the required safety standards.

More safety information is available here.

Here are some safer ways to enjoy Halloween this year:

• Halloween hunt - why not do a Halloween themed treat hunt around the home or garden?
• Watch a scary movie – hold a Halloween film night with your household
• Pumpkin carving – carve and decorate pumpkins with members of your household

Bonfire Night

Due to the current Covid-19 guidelines and Tier 3 restrictions for Greater Manchester there will be no organised bonfire events held in Bolton this year.

Our annual fireworks display in Leverhulme Park has also been cancelled due to COVID-19.

If you are hosting your own fireworks/bonfire event, it is essential that you read and follow Greater Manchester Fire Service’s guidelines and the Firework Safety Code.