France bans cadmium despite far-right opposition

France has adopted a ban on cadmium, a toxic heavy metal, strengthening its environmental and health legislation.

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This measure protects French public health against contamination risks from this industrial pollutant.

The adoption passed despite votes against from the National Rally.

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