Political tensions have surfaced within Monaco’s Municipal Council following an extraordinary meeting on Tuesday, November 10, during which Mayor Georges Marsan addressed growing divisions amongst elected representatives ahead of the forthcoming municipal elections.
The session confirmed the resignation of Jacques Pastor as Fourth Deputy Mayor, although he will retain his seat as a municipal councillor. Fellow mayoral candidate Marjorie Crovetto has also relinquished responsibility for communications, prompting a redistribution of duties within the council.
Beyond these administrative changes, the meeting revealed increasing friction between Marsan and his former deputy. The mayor questioned Pastor’s decision to distance himself from the municipal majority after years of working alongside its members, expressing disappointment over his recent criticism of council policies.
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Particular disagreements concerned the proposed redevelopment of the Condamine Market and the management of municipal finances, with Marsan defending the work of council employees and the decisions taken during his administration.
The mayor also called for a fair and respectful electoral campaign, emphasising the importance of maintaining public confidence in local institutions.With competing candidacies now emerging, the coming months promise a closely watched contest over the future direction of Monaco’s municipal administration.
Source: Monaco Info and Monaco Matin
