Swiss bar fire victims to get solidarity payout
The so-called solidarity contribution will go to each of the 115 injured and the families of the 41 who died.
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"The Federal Council shares with the victims and their families the desire for truth and justice."
— Guy Parmelin , Politician
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Switzerland's justice minister.
Guy Parmelin is a Swiss politician and the President of Switzerland.
Jacques Moretti is one of the owners of Le Constellation bar.
Jessica Moretti is one of the owners of Le Constellation bar.
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The so-called solidarity contribution will go to each of the 115 injured and the families of the 41 who died.
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