Halt, in the name of the concierge!

Concierges in some Calais and Boulogne housing blocks have been given powers to lay misdemeanor charges against people for verbal attacks, graffiti, and foul behaviour.

Connexion journalist

Published Wednesday 25 October 2017 - 15:00 Modified Wednesday 25 October 2017 - 15:00

They were given police training.

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