Macron seeks political deal to name a new prime minister and restore stability

French President Emmanuel Macron addresses the nation following the resignation of Michel Barnier (Michel Euler/AP)

French president Emmanuel Macron is seeking a political deal that would allow him to both name a new prime minister and “guarantee the stability of the country”, following the resignation of ousted Michel Barnier, a spokesperson for the outgoing government said.

Maud Bregeon said Mr Macron insisted there was at the moment no “broader” political alliance than the current one between his centrist allies and conservatives from The Republicans party, which does not have a majority in parliament.