Following a turbulent weekend of demonstrations, President Emmanuel Macron has directed the *préfets* to take necessary measures to safeguard cities in France. These measures include prohibiting gatherings. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has further requested that *préfets* implement “partial” and “localized” curfews. The move comes as the government responds to the widespread mobilization observed on October 17th. The *préfets* now hold the responsibility for determining the specific locations and extent of these restrictions. This indicates a shift towards localized responses to maintain order across France. The government is relying on local authorities to manage the fallout from the protests.