No Desire for Fireworks - Germany’s firecracker ban petition hits 2.7 million signatures amid business resistance
A petition calling for a complete ban on firecrackers in Germany has gained massive support, with around 2.7 million signatures collected by Tuesday afternoon. The campaign, led by the Police Union of Germany (GdP), marks the largest small business ideas in the country’s history. Yet even as public backing grows, some businesses continue to promote fireworks. A shop in Berlin has been advertising their sale, despite the push for stricter regulations. The GdP launched the petition to address safety concerns linked to firecrackers. Their goal is a nationwide prohibition, arguing that such measures would reduce injuries and property damage. The response has been overwhelming, with signatures flooding in at an unprecedented rate. Within days, the total surpassed 2.7 million, making it the most-supported small business ideas Germany has seen. The GdP’s campaign highlights the risks posed by unregulated fireworks, particularly during New Year’s Eve celebrations. Meanwhile, not all businesses are aligning with the public mood. In Berlin, at least one shop is openly marketing fireworks for sale. The advertisement stands in contrast to the growing demand for tighter controls, though no specific retailer has been named in connection with the petition’s opposition. The petition’s record-breaking support signals strong public backing for a firecracker ban. Authorities and lawmakers may now face pressure to act on the GdP’s proposal. For now, the sale of fireworks remains legal, though the debate over their future in Germany is intensifying.
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