Czech Constitutional Court upholds existing noise limits

The Constitutional Court has rejected a petition by 14 senators seeking to annul a government regulation on the protection of public health against the adverse effects of noise and vibration.

The senators argued that noise exposure limits have been gradually raised, while the level of protection has declined.

The Constitutional Court on Wednesday rejected the appeal, saying the regulation is in line with the constitutional order and adding that the current rules are clearer and simpler than the previous legislation.

One of the signatories, Senator Jitka Seitlová, said she respects the ruling, but would continue to support efforts to reduce noise exposure.