Evening Update Wednesday 11th September 2024

NEWS
New Monegasque Law Diploma - A new diploma in Monégasque law has been introduced in 2024 at Aix-Marseille and Côte d'Azur universities. The program highlights key differences between Monaco’s legal system and French law, such as Monaco's more streamlined judicial structure, fewer legal codes, and unique employment rules. The diploma aims to address a growing demand for expertise in Monégasque law and to attract more professionals to the principality’s legal field.

Barnier Secures Government Majority - Michel Barnier, the new French Prime Minister, is touring political groups to secure a government majority. He met with centre-right parties Horizons and MoDem MPs and plans to attend Republican parliamentary days. While Republicans show willingness to join his government, Barnier faces challenges recruiting figures from the left, like Carole Delga, who declined involvement.  

Carte Vitale on App - An app allowing users to digitalize their health insurance card (carte vitale) on smartphones has been launched, with 23,000 users activating it so far, in the Bouches-du-Rhône region. While the digital card offers convenience, especially for younger users, not all healthcare professionals are equipped to process it yet, so the physical card is still recommended. The app is expected to be fully operational nationwide by 2025.

Didier Roustan Dies at 66 - Didier Roustan, a renowned French football journalist, has passed away at age 66 after battli