Tuesday, May 4, 2021

France approves wide-ranging climate bill

France's National Assembly has approved a wide-ranging climate change bill that will prevent future airport expansions, prohibit open-air terrace heaters and reduce packaging waste.

After more than 200 hours of debate in parliament, MPs approved the bill on Tuesday evening.

Ross Cullen reports from Paris.

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