# France wants curfews in some areas after weekend of riots

> France's government asks for local curfews as riots spread.
- Title: France wants curfews in some areas after weekend of riots
- Summary: France's government asks for local curfews as riots spread. France's central government requested partial curfews in some areas following weekend riots and…
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- Source: France24 — https://france24.com/en/video/20261019-france-wants-curfews-in-some-areas-after-weekend-of-riots
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## France's government asks for curfews
France's central government asked some local authorities to impose curfews after a weekend of riots and looting.
## Prime Minister Lecornu comments
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu did not rule out declaring state of emergency but said partial and localised curfews were more appropriate now.
## Riots and protests
Riots and looting occurred nationwide as anti-government protests spread over the weekend.
## Security concerns
The government faced pressure over security failings after the weekend of riots and looting.
## Public reaction
Police reported they were not overwhelmed by people protesting and marching about education and cost of living.
## What happens next
France's government will implement partial curfews in affected areas without specifying which cities.
## Key takeaway

France's central government requested partial curfews in some areas following weekend riots and anti-government protests.