French Ecology Minister Monique Barbut resigns over pesticide law vote

Published Jul 22, 03:30 AM UTC

Monique Barbut, France's Minister of Ecological Transition, announced her intention to resign on July 22, 2026, following the final parliamentary adoption of an agricultural emergency law that includes a controversial measure to reintroduce two pesticides. Barbut stated that the government prevented debate on removing the measure, contrary to commitments made to her, calling the reversal 'the environmental setback too many.' She expressed feeling duped and saw no other option but to resign, though she left open the possibility of staying if her resignation is refused and depending on how the situation is handled. The resignation was to be submitted to President Emmanuel Macron before the Council of Ministers. The article highlights tensions within the government over environmental policy.

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