Fireworks over Preston Pic: Tony Worrall

A warning has been issued about a van selling fireworks to children in Preston.

The white van has been seen around several estates in the city in the last week.

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Preston Police and Trading Standards say the sale of fireworks to children has led to several reports of anti-social behaviour involving fireworks.

A spokesman for Trading Standards, who shared the warning on their Scambuster Stan page, said: “If you see anyone selling fireworks to underage people, please report it to the police on 101, or to me at tsscams@lancashire.gov.uk.”

Fireworks can only be sold to people aged 18 years or older.

Sparklers are classed as a firework and the same rules apply.

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It is illegal for under18s to possess fireworks in a public place.