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Facemasks required in German parliament
By EUobserver
Lawmakers entering Germany's parliament, the Bundestag, will now be required to wear facemasks or risk a fine of up to €5,000. The new restrictions began on 6 October are set to last until at least January 17, 2021. Masks may be removed only after people have taken their seats and are at least 1.5 metres from one another.