#2015-386Regulation on the Status of Foreign Intelligence Directorate Officials
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This law sets specific rules for officials working at France's foreign intelligence agency. It outlines strict confidentiality obligations, restricts certain rights such as striking and unionizing, and mandates state protection for officials and their families against threats linked to their work. Additionally, it details disciplinary procedures, establishes a framework for professional associations, and sets conditions for maintaining security clearances.
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Key Changes
- Officials in foreign intelligence are barred from striking and unionizing.
- Strict confidentiality and reporting obligations are implemented.
- State protection against work-related threats for officials and their families.
Obligations
What this law requires
DGSE officials must obtain and maintain a special security clearance (habilitation spéciale de sécurité) from the Minister of Defence as a condition of recruitment and continued employment
DGSE officials must inform the administration of all modifications affecting their personal situation
DGSE officials are prohibited from striking or exercising the right to strike
DGSE officials are prohibited from exercising union rights or joining labour unions
DGSE officials must maintain strict confidentiality regarding all facts, information, and documents known through their functions and must not disclose their affiliation with DGSE or identify other agents without express authorization from the Minister of Defence