The Labor government announced its first budget on Wednesday (October 30, 2024) with the biggest tax rise in Britain for 30 years. Good news for public services?
Money for culture
In the United Kingdom, many sectors lack public money. In the world of culture, where state funding is among the lowest in Europe, the budget was awaited with concern. Many museums, in particular, have to fight to stay open. Report from London Marie Billon.
Access to housing: inequalities are growing in Europe
A recent report highlights the divide that exists between the west and east of Europe when it comes to housing. Everywhere real estate is increasing, but the gaps in living standards are immense. And in Eastern European capitals, the price of apartments for sale or rental is becoming increasingly unaffordable for residents, as in Poland in Warsaw, Adrien Sarlat.
More spaces for “Muslim squares”
In Germany, habits are changing in the population of Turkish origin. At least among the Muslims who are more and more likely to want to be buried close to home rather than repatriated to the country of their parents or grandparents. This is the case in Berlin in particular. But the capital, in recent years, has planned to reduce the number of its cemeteries. It must therefore review its projects to meet the needs of Muslims who demand that more spaces be dedicated to them. Report from Berlin Delphine Nerbollier.
Vincent Théval’s musical choice: Gumbriby Icelandic singer Kaktus Einarssonwith the Briton Damon Albarn.