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French Mayors Call for Greater Security Powers and Local Control

A CRSI study reveals widespread dissatisfaction among mayors over state support, with calls for arming municipal police, simplified surveillance measures, and more authority over population policies.

Illustration d'un policier municipal en patrouille lors du passage de la flamme olympique le 5 juin 2024.
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Overview

  • 56% of French mayors report feeling abandoned by the state regarding security challenges, with concerns particularly acute in urban areas like Île-de-France.
  • 62% of mayors support arming municipal police, while 74% advocate for simpler procedures to install surveillance cameras.
  • 65% of mayors want expanded powers for municipal police, including the ability to conduct identity checks and searches.
  • 93% of mayors demand notification if individuals flagged as security risks ('fiché S') reside in their municipalities.
  • 89% of mayors seek approval rights over refugee resettlement, emphasizing a need for local input on population policies.