Grande Loge Nationale Française
Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2012
International withdrawal of recognition
Several regular grand lodges suspended or withdrew recognition from GLNF because of its internal schisms and governance problems. The Basel Declaration by five European grand lodges was the most coordinated expression of this rupture.
2011
External administration during the governance crisis
French legal authorities appointed Monique Legrand to administer GLNF, an intervention that reflected the seriousness of the internal dispute and contributed to international concern.
2009
Political-subscription expenditure dispute
François Stifani faced a rebellion from members over the reported expenditure of 17 million euros on political subscriptions. The dispute developed into court proceedings and a wider challenge to GLNF governance.