Emergency crews came under attack on Sunday in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dundee. In the Niddrie area of Edinburgh, petrol bombs and fireworks were thrown at riot police.
Scotland's justice secretary has said she is 'open to discussion' on a ban on the sale of fireworks to the public following widespread disorder on Bonfire Night. Police and firefighters clashed with large groups on Sunday - with fireworks and petrol bombs thrown and 21 crimes being committed, Angela Constance said. The emergency crews came under attack in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dundee. The worst disorder took place in the Niddrie area of Scotland's capital.
' Her comments come in response to Edinburgh City Council leader Cammy Day, who said something would have to change before 'someone is seriously, seriously injured'. Police Scotland said investigating officers do not believe the clashes were spontaneous. Assistant Chief Constable Tim Mairs said: 'Although many of those involved were youths, there were undoubtedly adults involved in orchestrating that behaviour.
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