Return of cultural treasures to be made easier

The Czech Upper house, the Senate, passed on Wednesday an amendment which should make it much easier to restitute objects of historical and cultural value back to the Czech Republic. The change in the law falls into line with European rules and paves the way for a much wider range of items to be returned. Previously these were restricted to objects which had specifically earmarked as national treasures. The time limits for goods to be returned are also broadened to make the process easier.