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The Sun
3 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
French petition hits 1mn signatures against bee-killing pesticide
PARIS: More than one million people have signed a petition urging the French government to scrap a controversial law allowing the reintroduction of acetamiprid, a pesticide banned since 2018 due to its harmful effects on bees. The petition, launched by a 23-year-old environmental health student, gained rapid support, with over 500,000 signatures added in just 24 hours over the weekend. The 'Duplomb law,' named after the conservative lawmaker who proposed it, permits the use of acetamiprid despite scientific evidence linking it to bee population decline. Supporters argue the pesticide is necessary for farmers, particularly beet and hazelnut growers, who claim they lack alternatives against pests. However, critics, including beekeepers and environmentalists, label it a 'bee killer' and warn of broader ecological damage. National Assembly Speaker Yael Braun-Pivet dismissed calls to abandon the law, stating it would 'save a certain number of our farmers.' Meanwhile, petition author Eleonore Pattery condemned the legislation as a 'scientific, ethical, environmental, and public health aberration.' The petition demands an immediate repeal and a citizen-led consultation involving health, agricultural, and environmental experts. While petitions do not automatically trigger legal changes, surpassing 500,000 signatures could prompt a parliamentary debate. Green party leader Marine Tondelier has called on President Emmanuel Macron to intervene. Acetamiprid remains legal in the EU but has faced scrutiny for its disorienting effects on bees. Its impact on human health remains uncertain due to insufficient large-scale studies.
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
French pesticide law sparks outcry
PARIS: A new law in France allowing the reintroduction of a banned pesticide has sparked a massive response for a petition opposing it, which on Saturday gathered more than 600,000 signatures. The so-called "Duplomb law" has stirred public anger for permitting a return of acetamiprid — a chemical known to be toxic to pollinators such as bees and to ecosystems. It was adopted on July 8 but has not yet come into effect. The legislation, named after the conservative lawmaker who proposed it, was presented in Parliament as a measure to "reduce constraints" on French farmers. But its move to bring back acetamiprid prompted a 23-year-old student to launch a petition against it, which quickly snowballed, gathering support from many people, including actors and several leftwing lawmakers. The French Parliament's official website showed it had accumulated more signatures than any other. At 8.30pm on Saturday the counter had passed 620,000. The petition's author, Eleonore Pattery, who describes herself as "a future environmental health professional", called the new law a "scientific, ethical, environmental and public health aberration". Acetamiprid has been banned in France since 2018, but remains legal within the European Union. The insecticide is particularly sought after by beet and hazelnut growers, who say they have no alternative against pests and face unfair competition. On the other hand, beekeepers have described the chemical as "a bee killer". Its effects on humans are also a source of concern but, in the absence of large-scale studies, its risks remain unclear. The petition calls for the "immediate repeal" of the law and a "citizen-led consultation involving health, agricultural, environmental and legal stakeholders". Petitions do not in themselves trigger a review or repeal of the legislation but unprecedented public support may prompt renewed parliamentary discussion on the matter. Under French rules, if a petition reaches 500,000 verified signatures, the National Assembly may choose to hold a public debate limited to the content of the petition itself. AFP
NZ Herald
3 days ago
- Politics
- NZ Herald
French law reintroducing banned pesticide sparks million-signature petition
More than one million people in France have signed a petition opposing the reintroduction of a pesticide harmful to bees. Photo / 123RF Listening to articles is free for open-access content—explore other articles or learn more about text-to-speech. More than one million people in France have signed a petition opposing the reintroduction of a pesticide harmful to bees. Photo / 123RF More than a million people have signed a petition urging the French Government to ditch a law allowing the reintroduction of a banned pesticide experts say is deadly to bees. The so-called 'Duplomb law' has stirred public anger for permitting a return of acetamiprid – a chemical known to be toxic to pollinators such as bees and to ecosystems. It was adopted on July 8 but has not yet come into effect. A 23-year-old master's student launched the petition against the law on July 10, with support quickly snowballing with the backing of many, including actors and several left-wing lawmakers. More than 500,000 people signed it in 24 hours from Saturday and Sunday alone. The law's proponents however argue farmers face too much regulation in France as it is and allowing them to use acetamiprid again would help reduce the constraints they face. National Assembly Speaker Yael Braun-Pivet today ruled out abandoning the legislation, named after the conservative lawmaker who proposed it, as it would 'save a certain number of our farmers'.
LeMonde
3 days ago
- Politics
- LeMonde
One million sign French petition against law unbanning bee-killing pesticide
More than a million people had by Sunday, July 20, signed a petition urging the French government to ditch a law allowing the reintroduction of a banned pesticide known to kill bees. The so-called "Duplomb law" has stirred public anger for permitting a return of acetamiprid – a chemical known to be toxic to pollinators such as bees and to ecosystems. It was adopted on July 8 but has not yet come into effect. A 23-year-old master's student launched the petition against the law on July 10, with support quickly snowballing with the backing of many, including actors and several left-wing lawmakers. More than 500,000 people signed it in 24 hours from Saturday and Sunday alone. The law's proponents argue farmers face too much regulation in France as is, and allowing them to use acetamiprid again would help reduce the constraints they face. President Assemblée Nationale Yaël Braun-Pivet on Sunday ruled out abandoning the legislation, named after the conservative lawmaker who proposed it, as it would "save a certain number of our farmers." The petition's author, Eléonore Pattery, who describes herself as "a future environmental health professional," called the new law a "scientific, ethical, environmental and public health aberration." "It represents a frontal attack on public health, biodiversity, the coherence of climate policies, food security, and common sense," she said. 'Bee killer' Acetamiprid has been banned in France since 2018, but remains legal within the European Union. The insecticide is particularly sought after by beet and hazelnut growers, who say they have no alternative against pests and face unfair competition. On the other hand, beekeepers have branded the chemical "a bee killer." Its effects on humans are also a source of concern but, in the absence of large-scale studies, its risks remain unclear. The petition calls for the "immediate repeal" of the law and a "citizen-led consultation involving health, agricultural, environmental and legal stakeholders." Petitions do not in themselves trigger a review or repeal of the legislation but unprecedented public support may prompt renewed parliamentary discussion on the matter. Under French rules, if a petition reaches 500,000 verified signatures, the Assemblée Nationale may choose to hold a public debate limited to the content of the petition itself. Braun-Pivet told the broadcaster Franceinfo on Sunday she would be in favour of such a debate, but lawmakers "could not in any case go back on the law which has been voted through." In late June, ahead of the law's passage, several thousand demonstrators – including farmers, environmental organisations and scientists – rallied across France calling for the bill to be withdrawn.
Straits Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- Straits Times
A million people sign French petition against bringing back bee-killing pesticide
Find out what's new on ST website and app. The pesticide acetamiprid has been branded "a bee killer" and was banned in France in 2018, although it remains legal within the EU to use it. PARIS - More than a million people had by July 20 signed a petition urging the French government to ditch a law allowing the reintroduction of a banned pesticide known to kill bees. The so-called 'Duplomb law' has stirred public anger for permitting a return of acetamiprid – a chemical known to be toxic to pollinators such as bees and to ecosystems. It was adopted on July 8 but has not yet come into effect. A 23-year-old master's student launched the petition against the law on July 10, with support quickly snowballing with the backing of many including actors and several left-wing lawmakers. More than 500,000 people signed it in 24 hours from July 19 and 20 alone. The law's proponents, however, argue farmers face too much regulation in France as is, and allowing them to use acetamiprid again would help reduce the constraints they face. National Assembly Speaker Yael Braun-Pivet on July 20 ruled out abandoning the legislation, named after the conservative lawmaker who proposed it, as it would 'save a certain number of our farmers'. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Priority for singles, higher quota for second-timer families to kick in from HDB's July BTO exercise Singapore Both Bukit Panjang LRT disruptions in July linked to newly installed power system: SMRT Singapore 1 in 3 vapes here laced with etomidate; MOH working with MHA to list it as illegal drug: Ong Ye Kung Asia Johor Bahru collision claims lives of e-hailing driver and Singapore passenger Sport Arsenal arrive in Singapore for pre-season matches with AC Milan and Newcastle Business Crypto exchange Tokenize to shut down Singapore operations Singapore More initiatives and support for migrant community announced at Racial Harmony Day event Singapore ComfortDelGro to discipline driver who flung relative's wheelchair out of taxi The petition's author, Ms Eleonore Pattery, who describes herself as 'a future environmental health professional', called the new law a 'scientific, ethical, environmental and public health aberration'. 'It represents a frontal attack on public health, biodiversity, the coherence of climate policies, food security, and common sense,' she said. 'Bee killer' Acetamiprid has been banned in France since 2018, but remains legal within the European Union. The insecticide is particularly sought after by beet and hazelnut growers, who say they have no alternative against pests and face unfair competition. On the other hand, beekeepers have branded the chemical 'a bee killer'. Its effects on humans are also a source of concern but, in the absence of large-scale studies, its risks remain unclear. Deputies applauding the adoption of the so-called 'Duplomb law' at the National Assembly in Paris on July 8. PHOTO: AFP The petition calls for the 'immediate repeal' of the law and a 'citizen-led consultation involving health, agricultural, environmental and legal stakeholders'. Petitions do not in themselves trigger a review or repeal of the legislation but unprecedented public support may prompt renewed parliamentary discussion on the matter. Under French rules, if a petition reaches 500,000 verified signatures, the National Assembly may choose to hold a public debate limited to the content of the petition itself. Speaker Braun-Pivet told the broadcaster franceinfo on July 20 she would be in favour of such a debate, but lawmakers 'could not in any case go back on the law which has been voted through'. In late June, ahead of the law's passage, several thousand demonstrators – including farmers, environmental organisations and scientists – rallied across France calling for the Bill to be withdrawn. AFP
