‘Notable’ and ‘welcome’ reduction in Bonfire Night disorder

Calls dropped by 37% across Scotland on Wednesday in comparison with last year.

Police say there was a “notable” and “welcome” reduction in disorder over Bonfire Night after years of violence directed at emergency crews.

Calls dropped by 37% across Scotland, but officers have warned some of the incidents that did occur could have had more serious consequences.

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Last updated Nov 6th, 2025 at 19:20

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