Two suicides and two suicide attempts among the officials in the office of the Prime Minister of France, Sébastien Lecornu

Two suicides and two suicide attempts have been reported among the officials in the office of French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, raising concerns among the public.

A direct link between these tragedies cannot be established, however, the international press suggests that the dissolution of Parliament in 2024 has created a climate of tension and pressure.

In the wake of these events, authorities have launched investigations to examine the circumstances and possible causes of these suicides, as well as allegations of a toxic climate within the institution.

The initial report triggered a series of reactions and calls for a deeper assessment of mental health and working conditions in public administration.