French Senate backs 'make rioters pay' bill despite rights concern

France's Senate on Wednesday approved a bill authorising rioters to be held financially accountable for damage caused during social unrest, with penalties of up to €10,000 and possible welfare benefit seizures.

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France passes controversial ‘Rioters Pay’ bill while students push for reforms

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French Senate debates new 'rioters pay' bill

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French Senate backs 'make rioters pay' bill despite rights concern

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Rights groups say proposed French law to make rioters pay for damage is anti-democratic

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