So, Countdown is stopping the sale of fireworks because they care for animals and the environment. Finally. If only the politicians would pick up on the public sentiment, instead of living in the past like Simon Bridges. He says blast away, don't worry about a few dead horses, burnt home, lost and scared pets, huge ACC costs and insurance too. Who needs a good night's sleep for a few months. It gives emergency services something to do. Labour doesn't care either. Is there no party that will protect us from morons with gunpowder? Speak up. Elections are next year.

B Williams, Greerton.