The prosecutor general in France has called for the dismissal of a legal case involving three former government officials, including former Prime Minister Edouard Philippe, regarding their handling of the Covid-19 pandemic. The case originated from accusations of mismanagement, such as inadequate protective gear and unclear guidelines on masks. The Court of Justice of the Republic had initiated the probe, but the prosecutor's dismissal request suggests a trial is now unlikely. Philippe is a major candidate for the 2027 presidential elections and remains popular, leading a right-centre political party.
The investigation found that the government had taken numerous measures to combat the Covid-19 pandemic, but could not establish wilful failure by Philippe or Veran.
Agnes Buzyn faced criticism for leaving her post at the start of the health crisis to run for mayor of Paris, just before the official disaster declaration.
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