Birmingham Superintendent Emlyn Richards said: ‘There are rumours online that a fireworks display ... lit up the skyline as the UK welcomed in the New Year. The River Thames and the London ...

and we all look forward to saying goodbye to the old year and welcoming in a brand new one, filled with promise and renewed hope. The tradition of letting off fireworks at midnight, is one that takes ...

For more, follow the BBC's live coverage as UK ushers in new year despite bad weather hitting major events. Also, take a look at images of New Year 2025 celebrations from around the world.

A UK seaside town says it's been forced to cancel its New Year's Eve fireworks display. Blackpool Council said it had taken the "tough decision" to cancel the spectacle due to a forecast of high ...

The Dutch parliament has voted to ban people buying and setting off fireworks, but not until after next New Year's Eve. A majority of MPs backed a consumer ban but supported a separate motion ...