France fast-tracks African art return in new heritage bill

Breakdown

• France introduces bill to fast-track return of African artefacts taken from former colonies.
• The bill allows government approval of returns by decree, bypassing Parliament. 23s
• Countries must provide documentation to prove artefacts were stolen, looted, or sold under duress between 1815 and 1972. 48s
• Military items, public archives, and archaeological finds are excluded from returns. 1m 2s
• The Senate is expected to vote on the bill soon. 1m 10s