Sainsbury’s has banned the sale of fireworks ahead of Bonfire Night next month as a pet charity warns of the harmful effects on pets.
The grocer first stopped selling fireworks in 2019 in a move which affected all 2300 UK stores.
Sainsbury’s said it regularly reviews the products available in stores and is no longer selling fireworks based on a range of factors.
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“Customers can continue to choose from a range of seasonal products, such as glow sticks and light-up spinning wands,” Sainsbury’s said.
Dogs Trust, a charity focusing on the welfare of dogs, has supported this decision after urging other big retailers to do the same.
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