fireworks

The Netherlands will introduce a nationwide ban on consumer fireworks starting this New Year’s Eve. The decision follows parliamentary approval and final adjustments to enforcement and exemptions. Some parties pushed for a delay, but the proposal was rejected.

Eindhoven’s fireworks ban did not prevent flares from being lit during PSV’s title celebration on Tuesday. Ninety‑three people suffered minor burn injuries, though no hospital treatment was needed. Police made seventeen arrests as the municipality evaluates how to improve safety at future events.