Prices of fireworks are predicted to rise as supply shortages start to bite.

Suppliers said to be unwilling to stock up because of confusion over safety labelling and extra paperwork.

But, Vily Bhatti, Southampton’s Firework Factory owner, has warned that Brexit and supply chains threaten to put a dampener on this year’s fireworks displays.

With celebrations such as Bonfire Night, Diwali, New Year’s Eve, and Chinese New Year fast approaching, people are looking forward to celebrating the end of 2021 and a return to normal.