1:01 p.m. – Clermont-Ferrand: demographics, elections and future prospects
In the midst of the legislative election campaign, Clermont-Ferrand is perceived as a dynamic and lively city. With its 147,327 inhabitants, this cosmopolitan city reflects the cultural richness of contemporary France. The existence of 11,639 companies on its territory is proof of dynamism. In the city, 45% of the population is aged 0-29, and 6.92% are elderly, which may have an effect on policy directions regarding education and health care. With 19,069 foreign residents, Clermont-Ferrand ranks as an example of its openness to the world. With an average net monthly salary of 2297.03 euros/month, the municipality has a percentage of job seekers of 16.82%, announcing a fragile economic situation. In Clermont-Ferrand, where those under 30 represent 45% of the population, the elections symbolize the promise of a flourishing future for all.
09:32 – Percentage of abstention in elections: focus on Clermont-Ferrand
This Sunday, during the legislative elections in Clermont-Ferrand, what will be the turnout? As a reminder, in the city, turnout for the 2022 legislative elections was 45.54% in the first round. In the second round, 43.62% of citizens turned out. As a reminder, on a national scale, turnout for the 2022 legislative elections was 47.5% in the first round and only 46.2% in the second round, which was less than in 2017. Two years ago, during the first round of the presidential election, 72.64% of people of voting age in the city went to the polls. Turnout was 67.18% in the second round, or 49,313 people.
08:02 – Elections in Clermont-Ferrand: opening hours of the 71 polling stations
On this June 30, voters in Clermont-Ferrand already went to the polls three weeks ago, on the occasion of the European elections that led to the dissolution of the Legislative Assembly. During the previous legislative elections, two years ago, the left-wing coalition was awarded 131 seats in the Chamber, while the presidential majority won 245. Among the many most prominent candidates, which political faction will stand out during these legislative elections in Clermont-Ferrand? The 71 polling stations in the Clermont-Ferrand metropolitan area (from Ecole Elementaire Jean de La Fontaine to Gymnase Pierre et Marie Curie) are open until 6 p.m. to allow voters to express themselves. The results of the first round in Clermont-Ferrand will be visible here from 8 p.m.
