|GBNews|
The government is considering plans that would make approximately one-third of fireworks currently on sale illegal. The proposal has drawn criticism as an example of nanny state intervention.
The proposed legislation would significantly reduce the variety of fireworks available for purchase. The issue was raised by presenter Will Kingston during a live broadcast.
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“And now they're coming after our fireworks. Around a third of fireworks on sale now would become illegal under plans being considered by Labor. Stay out of our lives. I'm Will Kingston. This is The Late Show Live. Sorry, ladies and gentlemen, sometimes I lose myself when nanny state topics come up. It's the one thing where I really can't control my emotions on.”