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Sky Lanterns (Prohibition) Bill

A Bill to make it an offence to use a sky lantern; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

28 March 2019

In Plain English

AI-generated

The Sky Lanterns (Prohibition) Bill would make it illegal to use a sky lantern in the UK. It aims to reduce the fire risk, litter and potential harm to wildlife and property caused by lantern releases. The bill is currently at its second reading in the House of Commons.

Key Points

Creates an offence of using a sky lantern.
Establishes penalties for breaches and sets out enforcement provisions.
Includes connected provisions to support the ban (such as definitions and related measures).
Moves on to committee stage for detailed examination.

Progress

The Bill has had its Second Reading in the Commons and will proceed to the committee stage for detailed scrutiny.

Who is affected?

General public who release sky lanternsEvent organisers and venuesRetailers, manufacturers and importers of sky lanternsPolice and local authorities responsible for enforcementLandowners and property managers where lanterns may land

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Sky Lanterns (Prohibition)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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