Lyon, December 12, 2025 – This Friday, the city of Lyon is abuzz with several key developments across various sectors, ranging from cultural events and public health initiatives to political announcements and innovative educational programs. The day’s headlines are dominated by a judicial decision regarding a local festival, a high-profile visit focusing on public health, and a significant political declaration.
Lyon Antifafest to Proceed After Court Ruling
The Lyon Antifafest, initially banned by the Rhône Prefecture, has received a green light from the administrative court. The court’s decision overturned the prefecture’s prohibition, particularly concerning concerts scheduled this weekend at La Rayonne. This ruling allows artists such as Poésie Zéro and L’Allemand to perform as planned, much to the relief of organizers and attendees. The prefecture had cited various concerns for public order, but these arguments were dismissed by the judges, paving the way for the festival to take place.
Ministerial Visit to Combat Nitrous Oxide Abuse
Marie-Pierre Vedrenne, the Minister Delegate, is visiting Mions today to address the escalating issue of nitrous oxide abuse, commonly known as ‘laughing gas.’ This substance has seen a significant surge in consumption across the Lyon metropolitan area. The Mayor of Mions, Mickaël Paccaud (LR), was among the first to implement a ban on the substance in his municipality, highlighting the local commitment to tackling this public health concern. The minister’s visit underscores the government’s intention to strengthen measures against the misuse of this gas, which poses considerable health risks.
Hélène Geoffroy Announces Candidacy for Vaulx-en-Velin Mayoral Elections
Hélène Geoffroy, the current socialist mayor of Vaulx-en-Velin, officially announced her candidacy for the 2026 municipal elections. Her declaration was made yesterday evening on BFM Lyon, signaling her intention to seek re-election. This announcement marks an early start to the local election campaign in Vaulx-en-Velin, with Geoffroy aiming to secure another term at the helm of the commune.
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Launches Pass’Région Seniors
The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region has introduced the Pass’Région Seniors, a new initiative designed for residents aged 65 and over. This free pass offers a 15-euro credit and access to discounts at 1,400 partner establishments. The program aims to enhance the quality of life for seniors by providing financial benefits and promoting participation in various activities and services across the region. This is part of a broader effort to support the elderly population and foster community engagement.
ForIndustrie: A Video Game to Promote Industrial Careers
In an innovative educational approach, the video game ‘ForIndustrie’ is being utilized to introduce young people to career opportunities within the industrial sector. Students from the 3rd ‘prépa-métiers’ class at Alfred de Musset high school in Villeurbanne are participating in this game, which aims to familiarize them with the diverse prospects available in industry. This initiative, spearheaded by EDF, seeks to address the evolving needs of the industrial job market by engaging students in an interactive and educational manner. A report by Louis Demeurs features interviews with students, teachers, and the instigators of ForIndustrie, including Marc Simon-Jean, regional director of EDF.
Sports Updates: OL and Asvel
In football, Olympique Lyonnais (OL) secured its fifth consecutive victory in the Europa League. However, the DNCG has imposed a salary cap on OL, though there is no longer any mention of transfer indemnities. In basketball, Asvel, after a strong performance against Hapoel Tel Aviv in Sofia last week, faced a defeat with honors against Maccabi A Tel-Aviv.
These developments collectively paint a dynamic picture of current events in Lyon and its surrounding region, touching upon culture, public policy, local politics, education, and sports.
Source: https://www.lyondemain.fr/actualite-de-ce-vendredi-12-decembre-lyon-info-forindustries/
