Fireworks to be banned at Murrayfield after AC/DC gig exceeded noise limits

Fireworks are set to be banned at Murrayfield Stadium after noise levels were broken during AC/DC’s show in August.

Edinburgh Council received eight formal complaints from residents following the band’s show at the stadium, as well as eight complaints after Oasis played three shows earlier in the month.

Environmental health officers reported that AC/DC’s exceeded noise levels during soundchecks the day prior to the gig as well as during the show itself.

A resident in Inverleith claimed their lights dimmed due to excessive power being drawn from the stadium.

Council officers will now recommend that fireworks are not permitted at future Murrayfield events.

Firework ban

AC/DC’s show marked their first Scottish performance in a decade, closing their Power Up tour with a large-scale fireworks display that was heard across the capital.

Oasis, meanwhile, played reunion concerts at the 70,000-capacity venue on August 8, 9 and 12.

Both bands incorporated firework displays into their performances, which officers noted were disruptive to surrounding communities.

Regulatory services manager Andrew Mitchell told councillors that Murrayfield’s alcohol licence currently allows the use of fireworks without the need for a separate entertainment licence.

Councillors agreed the issue should be referred to the licensing board for review.

A council spokesperson said: “We understand that fireworks used during concerts at Murrayfield can be disruptive to the local community, so officers will recommend that they are not used as part of future events.

“However, we consider licences for all events on their own merits and in light of officers’ advice.”

The move follows wider efforts to curb firework disruption in the city.

Edinburgh has introduced bans in nine areas around Bonfire Night in response to repeated anti-social behaviour, a decision welcomed by community groups and animal welfare charities.