Poll: Majority of Germans Celebrate New Year's Eve Without Fireworks - Germany’s New Year’s Eve goes quiet as fireworks lose their sparkle
New Year's Eve in Germany is set to be quieter this year, with a majority of Germans (63%) planning to skip fireworks. Only 5% are definite, and 8% likely to use them. Germans prefer indoor celebrations (51%) or gathering with loved ones (16%).
The German Environmental Aid (DUH) and Berlin's Police Union (GdP) call for a ban on private fireworks. A quarter of Germans (24%) support this, while 34% favor only organized displays. A further 29% advocate designated no-fireworks zones, like historic city centers.
Existing laws allow states and municipalities to impose restrictions and bans. However, the Federal Ministry of the Interior rejected a nationwide ban, deeming it disproportionate. Animal welfare is the top concern (52%), with over 1.9 million signing a petition for a ban.
Despite the ministry's rejection, the trend leans towards quieter New Year's Eves. Germans are increasingly choosing indoor celebrations and supporting firework restrictions. The debate on firework regulations continues, with animal welfare at the forefront.
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