Bug#1026104: longstanding problem with dependencies of python3-numpy in testing

To: Joachim Wuttke <joachim@joachimwuttke.de>, 1026104@bugs.debian.org, morph@debian.org
Subject: Bug#1026104: longstanding problem with dependencies of python3-numpy in testing
From: Matthew Vernon <matthew@debian.org>
Date: Sat, 7 Jan 2023 17:06:50 +0000
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Hi,

On 14/12/2022 18:55, Joachim Wuttke wrote:

At times, python3-numpy in testing depends on two python3
minor versions in parallel. This is unusual, annoying for
many users, and breaking dependent software for some.
Complaints have been filed at

Sandro, would you be opposed to relaxing the Depends: to a Recommends: ?If you would be opposed, would you mind briefly explaining why, please?


Thanks,

Matthew

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