With recent Guy Fawkes Night celebrations, the controversy on the sale of fireworks is being debated in the public again.
We asked a representative sample of 500 New Zealanders whether they support or oppose the sale of fireworks to the general public.
A slim majority of respondents opposed the sale of fireworks to the general public.
- 52% opposed the sale of fireworks to the general public.
- 27% of respondents supported the sale of fireworks to the general public.
- 21% didn’t have an opinion either way.
Do you support or oppose the sale of fireworks to the general public?
- Support
- Neither support or oppose
- Oppose
There were clear differences across age groups. Older respondents (60 plus) were much more likely to oppose the sale (66%) compared to younger respondents (34%).
There was slightly more support from those in urban areas (Auckland, Wellington and Canterbury) than those in provincial areas (32% and 20% respectively)
Methodology:
- This online survey was conducted from 12th to 17th November 2018.
- The margin of error is +/-4.4%.