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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Dutch Parliament Votes to Ban New Year's Fireworks, But Delay Implementation Until 2026
Caption: Dutch Parliament Votes to Ban New Year's Fireworks, But Delay Implementation Until 2026. The Dutch parliament has voted to ban the sale and use of fireworks, with the ban set to take effect after New Year's Eve 2026. A majority of MPs supported a consumer ban but agreed to delay it to avoid massive compensation claims from fireworks suppliers. Fireworks have long been a New Year's Eve tradition in the Netherlands, but injuries and damage have surged in recent years, leading to growing public support for a ban. Last New Year's Eve, two people were killed, and 1,162 others required emergency treatment due to fireworks-related injuries, including burns and eye damage. New Year’s Eve celebrations in the Netherlands have become associated with antisocial behavior, prompting political change. A recent poll found that 75% of the Dutch public supports a fireworks ban. The VVD party, part of the Dutch government, backed the ban in March, followed by the NSC party, but some coalition members opposed it, citing illegal fireworks as the main issue. Locally organized firework displays may still be allowed, but the exact details of the ban's implementation are still to be finalized. There are concerns about a final chaotic night of legal fireworks before the ban, with fears of mayhem on December 31, 2025. Firework-related incidents have led to riots, car and building fires, and clashes with emergency services, resulting in 200 arrests last New Year's Eve. Compensation claims from fireworks suppliers could total up to €895 million, with the government estimating costs between €50 million to €150 million, depending on when the ban is enforced. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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