US EditionSwiss Politicians Call for Ban on Firecrackers
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Switzerland’s parliament moves to ban firecrackers
Switzerland’s National Council has voted to outlaw firecrackers, backing a parliamentary counter-proposal to a popular initiative that seeks tighter limits on fireworks, reported SRF. The measure passed by 97 votes to 85. The use of fireworks and their harmful effects will be regulated under the country’s explosives law. The popular initiative, launched by animal-welfare groups, […]
The National Council has started discussions on the popular initiative to limit fireworks. On the menu: vesuves, Bengal lights and other rockets popular with private individuals. The elected representatives propose a ban on firecrackers.The initiative "For a limitation of fireworks", launched in particular by the Franz Weber Foundation, aims to "protect human beings and animals better against the harmful and unnecessary noises of fireworks." Unl…
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