Children sold fireworks in undercover operation

Nearly 30% of the retailers tested sold fireworks to children. Credit: PA

Four retailers have been caught selling fireworks to children, in an undercover operation by Trading Standards.

A total of 14 premises were visited in Kendal, Barrow, Carlisle and Cleator Moor, and four sold fireworks to underage volunteers.

Cumbria County Council Trading Standards says it handed the retailers with written warning, and will be carrying out follow-up test purchases next year.