Police Await Ministry Instructions On Legalisation Of Fireworks

The Royal Malaysia Police is waiting for policy and guidelines from the Home Affairs Ministry in connection with the authorisation of burning activities as well as the sale of fireworks and firecrackers.

Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Tan Sri Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani said the police will adhere to whatever guidelines and policies set by the ministry following the implementation of the matter in order to ensure public safety.

“I recently heard about it and am awaiting KDN policy following the implementation of the matter,” he said.

Yesterday, local media reported that the burning and selling of fireworks and firecrackers in the country will soon be allowed, subject to new regulations and guidelines being issued.

Local Government Development Minister Nga Kor Ming was reported to have said the matter was agreed upon in a Cabinet meeting two days ago, as one of the measures that can increase the country’s revenue, and that the government will control its sales activities.

While the Chinese Associations have lauded the move saying the importation can be taxed and revenue to the country, Penang Consumer association has thrown caution over the idea as safety concerns could be compromised with the flooding of such products.

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