Molenbeek-Saint-Jean Mayor Extends Stay for Safety of Police and Emergency Services: Fireworks Ban and Regional Approach Implemented

2023-12-11 16:48:00

Who specified that he had taken this decision following a request from the heads of the local police force as well as the emergency services to be able to guarantee as much as possible the safety of their agents on the ground. The police also suggested having a regional approach.

The mayor of Molenbeek-Saint-Jean Catherine Moureaux is extending her stay for one month, she will be back on January 7.

According to the office of the Brussels Minister-President, beyond the ban on the use of fireworks 24 hours a day throughout the aforementioned period, “the possession and transport of entertainment fireworks will be prohibited , including sound cannons or carbide cannons, by individuals in public spaces also 24 hours a day, on December 23, 24 and 25, as well as December 31 and January 1.”

But this measure relating to possession and transport will only apply from 4 p.m. to 10 a.m. from December 15 to 22 as well as January 2 and 3, so as not to infringe on freedom of trade, in accordance with the jurisprudence. These prohibitions do not target professionals with the required authorizations.

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