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Always new regulations, strict lockdown and exceptions for Christmas. Many are unsure what is still allowed on New Years Eve.
The “closing light” was followed by a short and tough shutdown, after which a large part of Austria was able to reopen and a new shutdown was announced in response. All in less than two months. In addition, there were exceptions on December 24 and 25, there were no exit restrictions on these days and meetings with more people were allowed.
However, the strict lockdown has been in effect since December 26. “The New Year’s Eve parties would be a disaster for January,” Foreign Minister Sebastian Kurz warned two weeks ago. That is why there will be no exceptions at the turn of the year, all the measures of the hard blockade are in force. Wiener Linien also operates regular hours on Saturdays.
No fireworks
Even if some supermarkets sell rockets and fireworks, lighting them is prohibited in many places. For example in Vienna, Graz and Innsbruck. The decision in Austria rests with the respective municipalities, a uniform ban is still being discussed. Violations can result in fines of up to 3,600 euros.
Now Interior Minister Karl Nehammer appealed in a broadcast: “Let’s avoid fireworks and thus reduce injuries. In this way we can easily help relieve medical personnel in hospitals and emergency rooms.”
The president of the community federation, Alfred Riedl, agrees: “This time we are passing the turn of the year in strict lockdown. For this reason, we appeal to personal responsibility and common sense of people to contain this time the fireworks This is how we protect our health and the environment. “
Category F2 fireworks were already banned in the local area, which can even result in a fine of up to 10,000 euros or six weeks in prison. In Vienna, the New Year’s Eve Trail was even canceled. In addition, the police will be more present at the turn of the year and will also monitor compliance with the provisions of the Pyrotechnics Law and the measures of the Crown, announced the Interior Minister.
Only one person visiting
Due to the tough closing, New Year’s Eve parties are practically impossible; only a close contact person is allowed to visit. Regardless of this, the partner can also be visited, it is considered that being with him covers a necessary basic need.
Unlike Christmas, there are no exceptions to exit restrictions. These are applied throughout the day, even especially at midnight at the end of the year. Anyone who “turns out” to be on the street shortly before midnight may have to convince police officers that they are outdoors for reasons of physical or mental relaxation. Anyway, you will not see fireworks.
