Germany's cannabis law explained, immigration rule changes and Berlinale backlash

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In this episode, host Rachel Loxton is joined by panelists Imogen Goodman and Rachel Stern. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards. We are also joined by immigration lawyer Sven Hasse.

Here are links to some of the stories we talk about:

Germany's cannabis law approved in the Bundestag:

• German parliament votes to legalise cannabis possession
• Will cannabis legislation in Germany lead to a boom in sales
• What the partial legalisation of cannabis could mean for Germany

Berlin's film festival Berlinale accused of promoting anti-Semitism:

• Germany launches probe over Berlin film festival 'anti-Semitism' row

Far-left militant on the run from police for decades arrested:

• Fugitive far-left militant wanted for decades arrested in Berlin
• What Germany's Red Army Faction can tell the world about terror

Changes in Germany in March including immigration rules:

• Everything that changes in Germany in March 2024
• What changes in Germany with immigration rules in 2024

Events in March across Germany:

• 8 unmissable events in Germany in March 2024

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