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François-Noël Buffet's appointment as Defender of Rights approved

Parliamentarians approved François-Noël Buffet, a LR senator, as the new Defender of Rights.

Published 7sem9 sourcesConfirmedImportantupdated 7sem
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This conservative choice has raised concerns among left-wing parties and associations.

He succeeds Claire Hédon, whose five-year term has come to an end.

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La nomination du Défenseur des droits, institution clé pour la protection des citoyens, est un enjeu politique majeur, surtout avec un profil controversé comme celui de Buffet.

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