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Local authorities must enforce legislation governing the sale and supply of adult fireworks (Category F2 and F3), ensuring these products are not sold or given to persons under the age of 18. This includes preventing proxy purchasing, where an adult buys fireworks on behalf of someone under the legal age. Local authorities must also ensure that retailers carry out appropriate age‑verification checks and display the required statutory notices advising customers of the age restrictions. Trading Standards Officers are responsible for monitoring compliance and taking enforcement action where breaches are identified.