JUST as we read about hearing the first cuckoo, seeing Christmas cards on sale in February, and Easter eggs on New Year's Day, I feel the time has come when people will start reporting the first firework explosion.
For me, it seems to be an all-year round occurrence.
The noise, if one is close by, must be terrifying. Old folks and animals can be frightened.
Why should we have to put up with what is unsocial behaviour? Can there not be a restriction on their sale until nearer the actual November 5 celebration?
My opinion is that they should not be on sale to the public at all. At least not those fireworks that make such a noise or carry on exploding for what seems hours. Sparklers and coloured displays by all means, but nothing else.
I firmly believe that only properly organised displays within proper enclosures and with suitable security should be allowed.
Let's rid ourselves of this nuisance once and for all. Never has money been so unwisely wasted.
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