French Parliament
Coverage of French Parliament in the Nexus archive.
- ‘Scandalous, irrational and irresponsible’: French beekeepers’ fury at lifting of pesticides ban
French parliament approved a bill reauthorizing two banned neonicotinoid pesticides, which scientists claim can poison bees. Beekeepers and environmentalists condemned the decision, warning it will harm bee populations and reduce harvests.
- France passes social media ban for teenagers under 15
France's parliament has approved a social media ban for children under 15, set to take effect after the Summer holidays. The implementation details remain unclear, with many questions about enforcement.
- French environment minister announces plan to resign over approved pesticide bill
French environment minister Monique Barbut will resign after the French parliament approved a controversial pesticide bill she opposed. She plans to submit her resignation to President Emmanuel Macron.
- French lawmakers approve a sweeping social media ban for children under 15
French lawmakers approved a bill banning children under 15 from social media, a flagship initiative of President Emmanuel Macron’s second term. The legislation also prohibits mobile phones in high schools and faces potential delays due to a constitutional review. Opponents argue the bill’s constitutionality and enforceability, while supporters highlight risks of harmful content and youth mental health concerns.
- French parliament passes law toughening fines for disturbing public order
The French parliament passed a law increasing fines for disturbing public order. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez attended the session at the Assemblée Nationale in Paris.
- French parliament adopts assisted dying law supported by Macron
French parliament passed a law establishing a right to medical aid in dying. The vote occurred at the Assemblée Nationale in Paris on July 15, 2026, with members applauding the result.
- French parliament adopts landmark assisted-dying bill
French lawmakers adopted a bill legalizing assisted dying for adults with incurable illnesses under strict conditions. The legislation allows self-administered or medically administered lethal substances for eligible individuals.
- Murder of Lyhanna: Rush to blame French judiciary, 'no one at political level taking responsibility'
The murder of Lyhanna has prompted calls to blame the French judiciary, with no political figures taking responsibility. Renaud Foucart, a Lancaster University economics lecturer, highlights parliamentary efforts to assign accountability and potential societal shifts in balancing children's safety and freedom.
- France moves to symbolically repeal slavery legislation
France's lower house parliament unanimously voted to abolish the historical 'Code noir' (Black Code) legislation. The bill, however, does not address demands for reparations from some lawmakers.
- France votes unanimously to abolish Code Noir, a colonial-era slavery law
France's parliament has unanimously voted to abolish the Code Noir, a colonial-era law that enforced slavery. The decision marks a symbolic step in addressing historical injustices linked to colonialism.
- French Parliament Approves Macron’s Pick to Run Central Bank
The French Parliament has approved Emmanuel Moulin as the nominee to run the Bank of France, replacing Francois Villeroy de Galhau in 2027. The proposal was met with opposition from far-right, far-left, and Socialist politicians. Moulin is a longtime collaborator of President Macron.
- Political row as report calls for sweeping cuts to French public broadcasting
A report recommends sweeping cuts to French public broadcasting, including merging major channels and slashing TV entertainment budgets by 75%. The proposal has been met with criticism from left and centre politicians. The issue is a key topic in the run-up to France's presidential election.