Le Pen trial update: far-right leader denounces ‘preconceived ideas’ The head of the Rassemblement National denies charges relating to the misuse of European parliamentary funds. She says the case was wrongly seeing everything as ‘suspect’
Marine Le Pen: ‘We expect Michel Barnier to act’ ‘At least he is aware that immigration is a major problem’, said the head of the Rassemblement National
Will Europe ironically turn out to be Le Pen’s key to the presidency? The increasingly bizarre, failing nature of the Fifth French Republic is demonstrated by her potential rise, says commentator Nabila Ramdani
news ‘Marine Le Pen will be the woman to beat in 2027 French election’ As Marine Le Pen is replaced by Jordan Bardella as president of her Rassemblement National party, this does not mean she will be taking a step back, says Simon Heffer
New leader of French far-right party lays out post-Le Pen priorities Jordan Bardella, 27, has said he will aim to unite all far-right groups in France, but some critics have said he represents the ‘radicalisation’ of the party
France looks to expel all foreigners committing ‘serious offences’ Currently, this can only happen if the criminal arrived in France after the age of 13. The move has been welcomed by Marine Le Pen
France did not vote for political ‘ratatouille’: opposition to Macron French President Emmanuel Macron has called on political forces to come together to find compromises due to a hung parliament. It has not gone down well
MAP: Which areas of France have elected the 89 new far-right MPs? The record (and surprise) score of Marine Le Pen’s party means it will form a much larger parliamentary group. Many of the seats were not in traditional RN strongholds
Crazy world of politics as Macron’s challenges move from Right to Left Richard Ogier explains why France’s newly re-elected president still has an uphill battle trying to navigate the country’s complicated political scene
Le Pen lost but could France really begin a 'nationals first' policy? Equality is a fundamental pillar of the French Republic and law experts say it would be difficult to discriminate against foreign people in France, but not impossible
What does Le Pen’s strong election result say about France? Marine Le Pen called the performance a ‘resounding victory’. A French historian disagrees, but admits it poses questions about society and the country’s institutions
French election results and reactions as Macron wins second term Emmanuel Macron will remain president of France for the next five years. His rival, Marine Le Pen, made big gains on 2017 and commits to remaining in politics
Macron wins second term as president: How did your area vote? Emmanuel Macron was popular in Brittany and Pays de la Loire, while Marine Le Pen claimed large parts of northern and north-eastern France and Corsica
Five takeaways from France’s presidential election second round We look at abstention rates, vote transfers, calls for a union of right-wing ‘patriots’ and Le Pen’s relative success How fake news posts tried to skew French election result ‘France has chosen stability but social unrest a real risk in 2024’ President Macron’s re-election win: ‘Now we have so much to do’
Le Pen polling is closer than previous far-right matches in France The gap between candidates is similar to second rounds between two traditionally accepted politicians French election: Macron seen as arrogant but he wins TV debate in poll French election: Our pick of the 12 best quips from TV debate Macron vs Le Pen: six key points from the TV French election debate Will today’s ‘high-stake’ TV debate really influence French election? EU, health: How have Macron and Le Pen’s policies changed since 2017?
Updated: ‘I’ll leave', 'I'll celebrate' - your views on a Le Pen win Latest polls have the Rassemblement national presidential hopeful at 47% to Macron’s 53%.
‘Le Pen’s programme remains far-right despite efforts to soften image’ The presidential hopeful’s views on immigration, citizenship, Islam and democracy are all symbolic of a far-right ideology, argue political experts
Le Pen: Is her plan to ban all French wind farms realistic? The far-right presidential hopeful has pledged instead to build up nuclear production if elected. Why, and how would the plan work?
Marine Le Pen says French headscarf ban ‘no longer main priority’ The once key campaign proposal would now be addressed after other measures such as cutting off Islamist funding, and would reportedly not target regular headscarf wearers
Presidential TV debate and election: the week ahead in France The France 2 and TF1 debate will take place on Wednesday evening, followed by the second round vote on Sunday
What is Marine Le Pen’s position on the death penalty? Around 50% of people who took part in a recent poll said they support reinstating the penalty
What happens now in the French election, will there be a TV debate? We also look at when the country will vote in their next MPs - a step which will determine how easy (or not) it is for the new president to make changes
Le Pen praises Brexit; Macron and allies say she is hiding Frexit plan The presidential hopeful claims she is no longer interested in France leaving the EU, but appreciates that the UK has been able to escape Brussels’ ‘straightjacket’
'Macron or Le Pen: It's like choosing between the plague or cholera' We ask Mélenchon supporters about their voting intentions as a poll claims 23% of the left-wing candidate’s supporters now plan to back Le Pen
What is Le Pen’s ‘French nationals first’ policy and is it legal? The far-right candidate wants to give French citizens priority over foreigners for housing and jobs. She also wants to limit or end social benefits for non-French nationals
French inheritance tax: How Macron and Le Pen plan changes Both pledge in different ways to make it easier for assets to be donated or passed down to relatives
French election: The chase is on for Mélenchon’s 7.7 million voters The supporters of the left-wing candidate are now coveted by both Macron and Le Pen ahead of the second round. A poll shows 23% plan to vote Le Pen
Sport stars in France urge voters to stop Marine Le Pen winning In an open letter Tony Parker, Yannick Noah and almost 50 other athletes say the far-right presidential candidate ‘embodies the opposite of inclusive sporting values’
‘Election has become a question of everyday people versus elites’ What the theme of the final vote will be, why such a poor result for the Left and how the second round is far from predictable… French political analysts have their say
Macron-Le Pen gap, end of tradition: Six key points of French election The race to win is not the only story this year, with the future of two traditional parties in the balance, a possible record for the Greens and the fate of outsider Zemmour all to be decided
French election: Why abstentions will hit Le Pen and Mélenchon hardest Several experts predict that this year might break the record for the rate of abstentions, linked to complacency and disillusionment
Former French PM says Le Pen can win, Zemmour makes her look moderate Former Prime Minister Manuel Valls has warned that ‘populist and contradictory’ Le Pen could win the upcoming election despite ‘having no vision for France’
Marine Le Pen: ‘Putin could become ally to France again’ The far-right presidential candidate said that the ‘great power’ could be an ally ‘against Islamic fundamentalism’
How do people in your French region typically vote and why? We look at French voting maps for presidential elections dating back to 1965 – and how an area’s soil type may play a part
‘When I am president’: The key policies of final 12 French candidates We look at the 12 names on the voting slips this April, and what each candidate stands for
Far-right Marine Le Pen launches presidential bid on theme of freedom 'Free trains' for students and young workers outside rush hour, tough rules on immigration and crime, and fighting what she called the ‘dictatorship of the EU’ are among her campaign promises
France regional election 2021 results: Who won and who lost? The final round of voting happened yesterday. The results show gains for leaders on the centre right and poor results for the far-right and Emmanuel Macron’s LREM party
Le Pen’s immigration referendum pledge: What the latest figures show The far-right leader said her first act as president would be to hold a referendum on border control, but data shows a sharp drop in immigration from 2019-2020, mainly due to Covid-19
France's far-right RN tops European election vote Marine Le Pen's party wins 23.3% of the vote in France, narrowly pushing President Emmanuel Macron's LREM into second place
Macron defies gravity - ratings fell after World cup Too often in politics opportunities come not through the genius of politicians, but by their arrogance and stupidity.
France blocks public funds to Le Pen's far-right party Judges withhold millions in public funds as part of investigation into alleged misuse of European parliamentary money
Le Pen proposes FN rebrand A new name, new leadership structure and a major break with the past during far-right party's two-day congress in Lille
France named ‘country of the year’ by The Economist France has been named “country of the year 2017” by British magazine The Economist , mainly thanks to the election of President Emmanuel Macron.