Saint-Brieuc

Saint-Brieuc is a prefecture in the Côtes-d'Armor department of Brittany, France. Recent news highlights political shifts in the region. In the municipal elections, the left suffered a significant defeat in Saint-Brieuc, losing the mayoral race. This loss is part of a broader trend where the left is facing challenges in Brittany. Separately, the nearby town of Moncontour, also in Côtes-d'Armor, experienced political turmoil when its newly elected mayor, Olivier Pellan, resigned just two weeks after winning the election. His resignation was prompted by acts of vandalism targeting his home and car, stemming from tensions related to a subsidy for a private school. These events underscore the changing political landscape and the challenges faced by local leaders in the Côtes-d'Armor region.