In an effort to fend off a challenge from the right, President Emmanuel Macron tries to frame a debate on two issues important to conservatives: the country’s “laïcité” model of secularism, and crime.
Tag: Law and Legislation
In Ireland, a Grocery Chain Addresses ‘Period Poverty’ With Free Products
The move by Lidl comes as Ireland’s Parliament considers a legal measure to make period products free in the country. It’s among a growing number of such initiatives that aim to ease an inequality.
A Global Tipping Point for Reining In Tech Has Arrived
Never before have so many countries, including China, moved with such vigor at the same time to limit the power of a single industry.
Election Overhaul Plan Threatens to Sideline Hong Kong’s Opposition
The proposal, initiated by the Chinese central government, is intended to make it difficult for democracy advocates to hold office and would criminalize organized protest votes.
German lawmakers move to strengthen the government’s powers in the pandemic.
A plan to bolster Germany’s pandemic law will make it easier for the government to enforce restrictions to stop the spread of the coronavirus.
Are Your Illegal Drugs Pure? New Zealand Will Check Them for You.
A law will allow controlled substances to be tested without penalty to ensure their authenticity. The goals are to reduce health risks and, perhaps, change users’ behavior.
Building a Mosque in France, Never Easy, May Get Even Harder
The country’s principle of secularism has long disadvantaged Muslim communities, experts say, and President Emmanuel Macron’s new law against Islamism could deepen the disparities.
State Lawmakers Try to Curb Governors’ Coronavirus Powers
Around 300 proposals to curb governors’ emergency powers have won approval or are awaiting action in state legislatures. Almost all were written by Republicans, but the targets are governors of both parties.
New Zealand Approves Paid Leave After Miscarriage
The measure, believed to be among the first in the world, would apply to couples who lose a pregnancy at any point.
14 Arrested at Bristol Protest Over U.K. Policing Bill
The rally in Bristol followed violent clashes on Sunday. The demonstrations are part of a broader movement against a proposed law that would bolster the authorities’ power to disperse protests.