Judicial system sustains prohibition on New Year's pyrotechnics
In a move aimed at protecting public health and easing the strain on medical care during the COVID-19 pandemic, the courts in Berlin and Hamburg have confirmed the ban on selling fireworks for New Year's Eve in 2021. The ban, which was implemented during the 2020-2021 period as well, is part of a broader containment strategy against the virus.
The decision to ban fireworks sales was justified on the grounds of prioritising public health and safety during the pandemic. By preventing large gatherings and potential virus transmission associated with traditional New Year's celebrations involving fireworks, the courts aimed to limit social contact and control the spread of the virus during a critical period.
The ban on fireworks sales is expected to counteract a further strain on medical care in hospitals, as improper use of New Year's fireworks could lead to acute injuries that require treatment. This potential burden on hospital staff, who are currently in high demand, could potentially impair the treatment of numerous COVID-19 patients.
The courts have emphasised that the purpose of the regulation prevails despite the significant restriction of professional freedom of relevant manufacturers. In both Berlin and Hamburg, the ban on selling and setting off fireworks was confirmed as a "necessary protective measure to contain the pandemic".
The Berlin Higher Administrative Court, for instance, refused to suspend the ban via an emergency application on Monday. Similarly, the Hamburg Administrative Court also upheld the ban, recognising its importance in the fight against the pandemic.
The sale of New Year's fireworks is a topic of current interest, as depicted in a photo by dts Nachrichtenagentur. However, the ban remains in place, reflecting the exceptional circumstances and the need to protect the population from a highly contagious disease.
In summary, the bans on fireworks sales in Berlin and Hamburg are part of a broader containment strategy against COVID-19, with judicial backing reflecting the exceptional circumstances and the need to protect the population from a highly contagious disease. The ban aims to counteract a further strain on medical care in hospitals and ensure that healthcare resources are directed towards treating COVID-19 patients effectively.
The courts in Berlin and Hamburg have justified the ban on fireworks sales as a necessary protective measure in the broader health-and-wellness and science-backed containment strategy against COVID-19. By preventing large gatherings and potential virus transmission, the ban on fireworks aims to limit social contact and support the containment of the highly contagious virus, thereby relieving the strain on hospitals and medical care.
