Western Europe is beginning to loosen restrictions meant to contain the coronavirus, offering relief for the pandemic-weary region as vaccination programmes turn the corner.

Italy will ease many restrictions on Monday, Greece will follow suit in early May and Germany is mulling privileges for people who have been immunised. Later on Thursday, French Prime Minister Jean Castex will announce the next steps for the country amid plans to lift certain restrictions on travel and outdoor dining...

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