Should fireworks be legalised for personal use?

If you’re caught with unauthorised fireworks, you could face thousands of euros in fines, or even be jailed.

WITH HALLOWEEN BEING on over the weekend, fireworks could be heard all around Ireland’s towns and cities.

Under Irish law, it’s illegal to buy, sell or use fireworks, unless you get special permission from the Department of Justice.

If you’re caught with unauthorised fireworks, you could face thousands of euros in fines, or even be jailed.

Today, we’re asking you: Should fireworks be legalised for personal use?

Poll Results:

No (2899)

Yes (1171)

No, but it should be easier to get permission to use them (519)

Yes, but only in certain areas (433)

Yes
Yes, but only in certain areas
No
No, but it should be easier to get permission to use them

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Mairead Maguire

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Readers debate whether legalising fireworks would stop reckless anti-social use.

Where they land

The law fails to stop reckless use or simply protects pets and public safety.

What they think

Unauthorised fireworks cause severe distress to pets and local wildlife.

Banning them is pointless because people will always get them.

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