Albania introduces fines and protest restrictions
Politics · First reported 28 Oct, 21:46 · Updated 04:24
Albania’s government has introduced fines for people who remain in crowds engaged in violence or looting, alongside temporary limits on gatherings in areas where police see a risk of violence. The measures also address online incitement and compensation for businesses damaged in protests.
- The fines can reach 500,000 leks, reported as about €5,500, and may apply to people who remain in a crowd carrying out violence or looting, or who conceal their identity.
- Police may temporarily restrict gatherings in specified areas if they judge there is a risk of violence; the measures also cover online incitement and compensation for affected small businesses.
- The reports describe months of protests in Tirana, which began over a hotel project and later included concerns about corruption, healthcare and opportunities for young people. The measures took immediate effect and, according to one report, require parliamentary approval within 45 days to remain in force.
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- Maximum fine
- 500,000 leks; Euronews reports this as €5,500.
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- Tirana, Albania.
- Parliamentary approval
- Hindustan Times says approval is required within 45 days for the measures to remain in force.
- Reported protest impact
- More than 350 people injured; damage since mid-October estimated at over €2 million.
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