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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Joanna Whitehead

UNCOVERED: Italy introduces mandatory helmet law for all skiers and snowboarders - Caught on Camera

The new ruling aims to improve safety on the slopes - (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Italy has introduced a mandatory helmet law for all skiers and snowboarders.

The rule, which came into effect on 1 November ahead of this year’s ski season, requires all users of Italy’s pistes to wear a CE-certified helmet – the “Conformité Européenne” – which complies with EU health and safety standards.

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