Overview

• The Élysée transmitted both proposals to the presidents of the National Assembly and Senate for commission opinions under Article 13 of the Constitution, with the Haute Autorité pour la transparence de la vie publique to review integrity declarations.
• Jean Castex, currently leading the RATP and a former prime minister, is proposed to succeed Jean-Pierre Farandou, who reached the statutory age limit after extending his tenure through the autumn.
• The SNCF leadership change comes as the rail network seeks secured funding for regeneration from 2028, with officials warning of widespread service impacts without additional investment.
• Marie-Ange Debon, the head of Keolis, is proposed to chair La Poste’s board and would become the first woman to lead the group if confirmed, as the company contends with long-term mail decline and financial pressures.
• Unions highlight social and budgetary strains at the rail operator and expect talks on jobs, pay and competition, while Castex’s tenure at RATP is noted for labor agreements and improved operations, including during the Paris Olympics.