VOICED : President Hollande mulls reshuffle after local election losses

In recent local elections in France, voters expressed dissatisfaction with President Orland's government, leading to a significant political shift from left to right. The opposition UNP party benefited from this shift, while the far-right National Front achieved its best results, taking control of 11 towns. Public trust in the major parties, the Socialists and UMP, has waned, leading to increased support for the National Front. Despite this, the Socialists managed to retain control of key cities, including Paris, where Anne Hidalgo is set to become the first female mayor. President Orland is expected to respond to the political climate with a cabinet reshuffle.

What was the main reason voters punished President Orland and his party in the local elections?

• Environmental issues

• Foreign policy decisions

• Increased taxes

• Failure to improve the economy and reduce unemployment

Which party benefited the most from the swing against the government in the local elections?

• The Green Party

• The UNP party

• The National Front

• The Socialist Party

How many towns did the National Front take control of in the recent elections?

• 11

• 8

• 15

• 5

Which cities did the Socialists manage to retain control of?

• Marseille and Bordeaux

• Lyon, Strasbourg, Lille, Nantes, and Paris

• Grenoble and Montpellier

• Nice and Toulouse

What significant political change is expected from President Orland following the elections?

• A new economic policy

• A cabinet reshuffle

• An increase in military spending

• A referendum on EU membership