Paris
Renaissance backs Pierre-Yves Bournazel for 2026 Paris municipal elections
The Renaissance party officially endorsed Pierre-Yves Bournazel, the Horizons candidate, for the March 2026 Paris municipal elections on Tuesday, October 28, sidelining Rachida Dati. The decision, approved by 14 out of 16 members of the national investiture commission, represents a reversal after months of hesitation. It has elicited mixed reactions within the party.
Anne Hidalgo publishes expense reports of Paris district mayors
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Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo released on Wednesday, October 2, 2025, the detailed expense reports of the mayors of the city's 20 districts. This move aims to boost transparency in the use of public funds. The documents cover travel, meals, and other reimbursements.
First effects of Paris ring road at 50 km/h
The speed reduction to 50 km/h on the Paris ring road is already showing positive effects. Less traffic, pollution, and noise are observed according to initial estimates. This measure aims to improve air quality and safety in the city.
Paris 2026 municipal elections show scattered start and possible rightward shift
Five months before Paris's municipal elections on March 15 and 22, 2026, the right is dividing following Renaissance's support for Pierre-Yves Bournazel over Rachida Dati. On the left, negotiations between socialists and ecologists for a single list are stalled over La France insoumise's involvement. After nearly 25 years of socialist governance, an alternation appears likely.