Debate about Böllerbann: Berlin after New Year's Eve in police operation!

Debate about Böllerbann: Berlin after New Year's Eve in police operation!

Berlin, Deutschland - After the events of New Year's Eve in Berlin, the debate about a possible firing ban was re -sparked. The Berlin Senate is disagree on this matter. While interior senator Iris Spranger (SPD) is planning a restriction of private fireworks, the Governing Mayor Kai Wegner (CDU) rejects a general ban on firecrackers. Spranger has also contacted the Federal Minister of the Interior Nancy Faeser (SPD) and the interior ministers of the federal states to achieve a country opening clause in the explosive law for nationwide bans.

The support for a ban on firecrackers is great, which almost two million signatures in the form of petitions contributed. The police and fire brigade also speak out for such a ban. During New Year's Eve, far more fire were reported than usual, which prompted Senator Senator to demand a general ban on firecrackers and the establishment of designated fireworks zones. Senate spokeswoman Christine Richter warns of bogus solutions.

New Year's Eve and injuries

The balance of New Year's Eve is alarming: 363 people were seriously injured, many by Böller, which could lead to permanent consequences. There are also 17 police officers among the injured, eight of them were injured by pyrotechnics. There was also damage to house facades and cars, especially in Schöneberg. A total of 1,453 typical New Year's Eve were registered, whereby 670 suspects could be recorded. Around 4,000 police officers were willing to control the situation.

The police union has called for a year -round ban on firecrackers, while the Greens also criticized a firing bereau. The domestic spokesman for the Greens, Vasili Franco, also calls for a ban on sales for fireworks. The situation around the fireworks on New Year's Eve clearly leads to serious consequences, which will further heat the discussion about future regulations.

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