Bercy at the heart of the political crisis after the fall of the Barnier government

In Paris, the Ministry of Economy and Finance stands out not only for its architectural aesthetic but also for the recent political upheavals surrounding it. Nicknamed “Bercy”, this building located in the 12th arrondissement is known for its monumental 70-meter arch design standing proudly above the Seine.

Inaugurated in 1989, the Bercy ministerial complex covers a vast area of ​​230,000 square meters and houses around 6,000 public service employees. In addition to offices, there are gardens, restaurants and conference rooms, thus harmoniously combining functionality and aesthetics.

In recent days, Bercy has become the symbolic center of a major political crisis in France. The Ministry of the Economy has found itself in the spotlight since the failure of the Barnier government on December 4, following a vote of no confidence.

This political turnaround follows the government’s attempt to pass the draft Social Security budget (PLFSS) using article 49.3 of the Constitution. Two days later, the motion of censure, initiated by the New Popular Front, was adopted with 331 votes, or 43 more than the required threshold.

Gathering the votes of the deputies of the National Rally, their “ciottist” allies of the UDR and the left alliance, this decision led to the appointment of François Bayrou as new Prime Minister on December 13.

In a tumultuous economic and political context, François Bayrou will now have to choose a leader for the Ministry of the Economy capable of stabilizing the economy and restoring the confidence of economic players.