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France: Drinking alcohol in Parliament? Should it not be covered by the parliamentary allowance?

Nov 8, 2025
Is the tradition of French lawmakers sipping wine at the Assemblée Nationale nearing its end? A new report recommends banning alcohol sales at the Palais Bourbon bar as part of a review of public spending for the 2026 budget. Jennie Shin has more.
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