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How Denmark got its children back to school so soon after lockdown

Thu, 28 May 2020 11:05:40 +0200

Denmark was the first country in Europe to reopen day care and primary schools after the strict coronavirus lockdown. Emma Firth takes a look at how Denmark did it and what lessons there are for other countries.

France vs Denmark: How to deal with jihadists?

Wed, 28 Jan 2015 16:09:00 +0100

While Denmark is to plough millions of euros into helping jihadists reintegrate into society, France is taking a tougher stance as the public calls for more repression in the light of the terror attacks.

France to press ahead with soda tax

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 14:04:00 +0200

Sugary drinks like Orangina and Coca-Cola will cost a bit extra from January 1st after budget minister Valérie Pécresse confirmed that a tax of 2 euro cents (2.7 US cents) will be slapped on every 33 centilitre can.

Europe needs clear rules on border checks: France

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 18:17:43 +0200

Europe needs to set down clear rules on reimposing border checks in its passport-free Schengen zone, France said on Monday, amid a raging dispute over a unilateral move by Denmark.