The nation of France Facing Governmental Crisis as PM Resigns
Greetings and welcome to Europe’s live blog. The focus is squarely this morning rests upon Paris, which has been thrown into political instability as the head of government, Sébastien Lecornu, resigns after less than a month in the role.
The President approved his departure earlier today after the government lineup the president announced late on Sunday was met with intense backlash across the political spectrum.
The outgoing PM is set to make a statement imminently, so remain tuned for all the developments.
France is undergoing a major political shift as the head of government departs after less than a month.
Essential Facts
- The premier has stepped down after under 30 days in office.
- Macron confirmed the exit following backlash against the new cabinet.
- France's governance is now in a period of uncertainty as France awaits the next steps.
Future Steps
The premier's exit brings a leadership gap at a pivotal moment for France, with the leadership structure now facing uncertainty.
