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The French government has delayed the parliamentary reopening until October, citing the upcoming senatorial elections, a move that has drawn criticism from several lawmakers.
The National Assembly has returned the government's revised finance bill for review, marking a significant political setback for President Diomaye Faye and a victory for opposition leader Ousmane Sonko.
The Bureau of Senegal’s National Assembly issued formal clarifications regarding the legislative procedures required to conduct the Prime Minister’s upcoming General Policy Declaration (DPG).
Senegal's Constitutional Council has declared a proposed bill on special credits, aimed at regulating special funds, inadmissible. The decision outlines the reasons for the rejection of the National Assembly's legislative proposal.
Senegal's National Assembly unanimously adopted a bill on critical digital infrastructure, aiming to enhance national cybersecurity. The legislation also addresses the rules for hosting state data abroad, sparking debate on data sovereignty and protection.
Alain Moatti, the architect responsible for the new pavilion of the French National Assembly, is defending its design against criticism from heritage associations and politicians. He asserts that the pavilion does not 'denature' the historic Palais Bourbon.
An association has launched a petition, now with over 77,000 signatures, opposing the new architectural project for the entrance pavilion of the French National Assembly, citing concerns about its visual impact and heritage protection.
The French Assemblée Nationale has overwhelmingly passed the 'Ripost Law,' a comprehensive bill that introduces stricter measures and fines for various issues, including fireworks, rave parties, and the use of nitrous oxide.
The French government is pushing forward a legislative text in the National Assembly concerning the use of firearms by the police. The bill has majority support from the governmental camp and the RN-UDR alliance.
Two members of the French National Assembly from LFI and the Ecologist party have been sanctioned for calling other deputies 'racists' and 'xenophobes' during a parliamentary session.
A new bill aimed at strengthening the fight against gender-based and sexual violence, spurred by the 'Death of Lyhanna', is set to be debated in the Assemblée Nationale, marking a victory for feminist and child advocacy groups.
Gilles Simeoni, a leading Corsican political figure, stated that rejecting autonomy would be a denial of democracy for Corsican society, as the constitutional bill on Corsican autonomy is set for debate in the Assemblée Nationale.
Ousmane Sonko, Senegal's ousted Prime Minister, has been largely re-elected as the head of his political party, solidifying his leadership amidst an ongoing political crisis.
French ecologist Marine Tondelier, a candidate in the left and ecologist primary, proposed creating a 'National Assembly for Children' to allow their voices to be heard.
A report from the French National Assembly's inquiry commission has uncovered 'unthinkable' and deep flaws in the security of French museums. These significant vulnerabilities affect institutions including the Louvre.
A complaint has been filed with the National Financial Prosecutor's Office against Charles Alloncle, rapporteur of the public audiovisual commission, for alleged illegal conflict of interest, sparking debate on the boundaries of parliamentary lobbying.
Sébastien Lecornu expressed concern over the "worrying" demobilization of deputies in the National Assembly, following the failure of an unemployment insurance bill and a week of tensions between the government and its members.
The French National Assembly is preparing to debate the Yadan Law, a bill aimed at combating renewed forms of antisemitism. Despite a petition with over 700,000 signatures, the Assembly will not examine it during the debate.
The French Assemblée Nationale unanimously passed an amended bill concerning the restitution of looted cultural artifacts, which will now proceed to a joint committee for harmonization.
The French National Assembly has passed a bill introducing reinforced sanctions, including up to six months in prison, for individuals contributing to the organization of undeclared or prohibited "free parties" (raves).
The French National Assembly has rejected a government-proposed constitutional revision for New Caledonia, casting doubt on the plan's future and prompting Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu to call fresh talks with local political leaders.
Very irritating for the right, which dominates the Senate, the bill creating a right-to-die assistance scheme benefits from a fairly large majority in the National Assembly.
Senegal's National Assembly has passed a law doubling the maximum prison sentences for same-sex activity to 10 years, following intense debates during the Article 319 reform.
A National Assembly inquiry commission will question the Minister of Culture on Monday, February 23. She is expected to explain her security policy since the burglary of the Parisian museum.
Following a setback at the Constitutional Council, lawmakers are renewing their push for legislative transparency regarding the use of secret government budgets.
Senegalese lawmakers are debating the potential dissolution of the National Assembly as political friction between the executive and legislative branches intensifies. While some officials caution against abrupt measures, others indicate that dissolving parliament remains a plausible response to ongoing governmental tensions.
Ousmane Sonko called a meeting of the National Assembly's leadership bureau following a formal petition submitted by President Bassirou Diomaye Faye.
Ousmane Sonko, President of Senegal's National Assembly, has inaugurated the Committee for Public Policy Evaluation (CEPP), a new strategic body aimed at assessing government policies.
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye is confronting a delicate parliamentary situation, with the National Assembly controlled by a hostile majority following a break with his former party, Pastef.
A 53 million euro project to demolish an 1888 building and reconstruct a new reception pavilion for the French National Assembly, championed by Yaël Braun-Pivet, has sparked a political battle among opposition parties.
JoeyStarr and Ségolène Royal are mobilizing against the proposed new entrance pavilion project for the French National Assembly, a project estimated at over 50 million euros that has been relaunched despite previous suspension.
The French parliament has definitively approved a new law legalizing assisted dying and euthanasia for adults with incurable diseases under strict conditions. This landmark legislation allows patients to administer a lethal substance themselves or with assistance.
The French National Assembly has adopted Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin's criminal justice bill, aimed at decongesting courts, with 357 votes against 177. The text will now proceed to a closed-door meeting between deputies and senators.
The death toll from the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to nearly 2,000, with rescue efforts continuing amidst fading hopes of finding more survivors. International aid teams are departing as the critical 72-hour window for rescues has passed.
An upcoming bill in France, set for debate in the Assemblée Nationale, proposes prison sentences for both organizers and attendees of self-managed techno parties, indicating increased surveillance on these events.
The French National Assembly has approved both a revalorization of student grants and the nationalization of ArcelorMittal France. These decisions address financial support for students and industrial policy.
The French National Assembly has adopted a bill aimed at reducing exposure to cadmium, a toxic heavy metal, with support from various political groups including the left, MoDem, Horizons, and Renaissance.
Senegal's parliament speaker, El Malick Ndiaye, has resigned, further escalating the country's political crisis. This development follows the recent sacking of the prime minister and widespread political instability.
Patrick Pouyanné, CEO of TotalEnergies, is scheduled to be questioned by the French National Assembly's finance committee on June 17 regarding 'superprofits' and multinational taxation.
French Minister Sébastien Lecornu is advocating for a new methodology in the National Assembly to avoid further setbacks.
After fifteen years of negotiations and Senate approval in January, Martinique's accession to the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) was unanimously adopted by the 31 deputies present in the French National Assembly.
The French Assemblée Nationale voted to repeal a proposal to implement low-emission zones, with Socialist, Green, and centrist MPs stating they would refer the matter to the Constitutional Council.
The French National Assembly is bracing for a politically charged week, with several highly divisive texts up for vote, including issues related to May 1st labor, antisemitism, and low-emission zones (ZFE).
The French National Assembly has approved a bill allowing Alsace to separate from the Grand Est region, ten years after the regions were merged under François Hollande's presidency.
Controversial LFI deputy Raphaël Arnault returned to the Palais Bourbon after more than a month and a half of absence, following public debate surrounding the death of Quentin Deranque.
The French National Assembly observed a minute of silence in tribute to Arnaud Frion, a French soldier killed in Iraq, with Yaël Braun-Pivet honoring his dedication to France.
Sébastien Delogu, an LFI candidate for mayor of Marseille, controversially claimed on France 3 to have fought the OAS in the National Assembly, despite the organization being dissolved in 1962.
The Conference of Presidents of the National Assembly set, this Tuesday, September 1, 2026, for Tuesday, September 8 at 10 a.m., the session dedicated to the General Policy Statement (DPG) of the...
Members of Senegal’s National Assembly are scheduled to meet on September 1, though the exact timeline for subsequent legislative sessions remains unclear. Political observers note ongoing negotiations regarding the parliamentary calendar and key agenda items.
Ismaïla Diallo publicly highlighted structural flaws in Senegal’s constitutional framework, arguing that current institutional mechanisms undermine the intended balance among government branches.
Six investigative commissions have been established in the National Assembly following the unanimous adoption of resolution proposals, leading to uncertainty among non-registered members.
A new pavilion project for the French National Assembly is facing scrutiny over its estimated €53 million cost and a recent decision by the Paris Council that facilitates its development. An association has denounced the council's decision, raising concerns about the project's transparency and expense.
Yaël Braun-Pivet expressed being overwhelmed by criticism regarding the proposed new National Assembly pavilion, as over 89,000 people have signed a petition opposing the construction, with several public figures also voicing concerns.
The French National Assembly has adopted an amendment to remove the statute of limitations for crimes committed against minors, with 93 votes in favor.
Précisant s’être toujours dit qu’elle ferait «trois mandats de cinq ans», la présidente de l’Assemblée entend «pouvoir continuer à être utile à mes compatriotes et à notre démocratie».
The French National Assembly is organizing a 'hackathon' to explore the potential of artificial intelligence in legislative work, aiming to streamline processes and improve efficiency in drafting laws.
The French National Assembly has moved closer to establishing a right to assisted dying, having examined over 1800 amendments since Monday, with 23 adopted amidst heated debate.
The monumental ephemeral artwork "Marianne rêve" by artist Seth has been unveiled on the colonnade of the French National Assembly in Paris, celebrating republican symbols but already drawing criticism.
The French National Assembly is reviewing the Solidarity Allowance for the Elderly (ASPA) with the aim of reducing non-take-up among eligible individuals.
The constitutional revision for Corsican autonomy, supported by the government and autonomist elected officials, is being debated by deputies in the National Assembly before moving to the Senate.
The renewed importance of the prime minister's role in France since 2022, following the end of outright majorities in the Assemblée Nationale, is now shaping the strategies of potential candidates for the 2027 presidential election.
The French Senate adopted a bill proposed by Bruno Retailleau concerning 'Islamist entryism,' while the National Assembly passed new legislation to extend the detention period for irregular foreigners. These actions reflect ongoing legislative efforts in France.
National Rally (RN) deputy Antoine Villedieu from Haute-Saône has been suspended by his party after being involved in a road accident on Friday and accused of drunk driving.
The French National Assembly has rejected a proposal to extend the maximum detention period for foreigners deemed dangerous by seven months.
French former hostages Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris have shared details of their 17-month detention in Iran, describing their experience as "total dehumanisation." The pair recently unveiled their portraits at the National Assembly following their release.
French unions, including CGT and CFDT, are strongly opposing a proposed bill that would allow certain employees to work on May 1st, urging parliamentarians to reject the text.
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Mathilde Panot has confirmed that MP Raphaël Arnault will return to the National Assembly following the death of Quentin Deranque, an incident for which nine suspects linked to the ultraleft, including a parliamentary assistant, have been indicted.
Public funeral services for Lionel Jospin are scheduled for Thursday in Paris, following a national tribute at Les Invalides and a moment of silence in the National Assembly, with political figures also reflecting on his legacy.
The French National Assembly rejected a no-confidence motion filed by the National Rally against the government regarding the multi-year energy program. Another motion by LFI on the same topic is expected to be examined.