RECAP: Large police presence as Bonfire Night passes largely without incident in Edinburgh

Edinburgh’s emergency services are bracing for Bonfire Night chaos after previous years saw trouble break out across the city.

Dispersal zones and Firework Control Zones have been put in place across Edinburgh over the Bonfire Night period in an attempt to stop trouble from breaking out in the city.

Last year, emergency service workers were attacked with fireworks, bricks and bottles in several areas of Edinburgh. Buses were also targeted, forcing Lothian Buses to take the decision to halt all services across the city.

This year, police have been given stop and search powers to prevent violence. Officers have also urged members of the public to attend organised displays rather than set off fireworks themselves.

We had all the live coverage as the city prepared for Bonfire Night 2025.

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