Thousands of young people say they will not comply with the fireworks ban

Thousands of young people in the Netherlands plan to ignore the national fireworks ban, with three-quarters of over 4,000 surveyed stating they will still use fireworks. The ban prohibits all fireworks except for F1 fireworks like sparklers, and sales are also banned. Many youths express dissatisfaction with the ban, arguing that it unfairly punishes those who use fireworks responsibly. The police are concerned about this trend and will enforce the ban strictly, using measures like license plate recognition and drones to monitor borders and illegal sales. Some young people are turning to illegal sellers, particularly through platforms like Snapchat, with reports of increased demand for heavier fireworks this year. The police are intensifying efforts to combat illegal sales and are collaborating with social media platforms to address the issue.