<p>Leeds and Edinburgh among areas hit by fireworks-related violence in previous years, as fire brigades union warns of insufficient resources</p><p>Emergency services are preparing for potential disorder in parts of the UK on Bonfire Night, amid concerns over the safety of firefighters from rising attacks and shortages of resources.</p><p>Some communities have already been hit by unrest and antisocial behaviour in the days leading up to 5 November, with police in multiple towns and cities using enhanced powers such as dispersal orders to tackle groups letting off fireworks in public places.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/nov/05/police-firefighters-uk-preparing-for-bonfire-night-disorder">Continue reading...</a>