The law
Section 2A of the Sporting Events (Control of Alcohol etc.) Act 1985 states it is a criminal offence to attempt to bring a pyrotechnic device into a football ground or to be in possession of a pyrotechnic device in spectator viewing accommodation at a football ground.

Pyrotechnics present dangers to spectators, staff, players, officials and others.

There is no safe use of pyrotechnics in spectator areas at football events within stadia or in crowded places.

There have been a number of well publicised instances of pyrotechnics (flares, smoke bombs or fireworks) being used within
the spectator areas of a stadium and other crowded spaces. In many instances injuries or damage have occurred.

The illegal use of pyrotechnics at football grounds puts the safety of everyone at risk. Staff and players have the right to work without the risk of injury from the crowd, and fans have the right to enjoy football in safe environments.

Anyone caught using, or being in possesion of Pyrotechnics will be removed from the ground and be subject of a banning order.