US EditionThe Opening of Shops on Good Friday, a Holiday in Moselle, Upset the Bishop of Metz
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Bishop Philippe Ballot denounces a prefectural decree which "derogs from what has been considered, for many years, a practice deeply rooted in our local history".
A prefectural decree of 23 March authorizing the businesses of Moselle to open on Good Friday, a holiday in the department, caused Saturday, 28 March, the disapproval of Archbishop Philippe Ballot of Metz, who expressed his "surprise."A number of unions had also condemned the prefect's decision.
Shops closed on Good Friday? The tradition inherited from local law has lead in the wing: the prefect authorized the opening of shops on Friday 3 April. A decision as unexpected as welcome from most traders. Only, many of them point to the lack of consultation and too short deadlines to organize.
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