France’s latest review places a central challenge for professional advocacy in sharp relief: a growing public record needs information that is precise enough to be useful.
The figures and their dates
In its publication of 19 October 2026, HATVP reports 17,460 activity records for the 2025 reporting year, up 10.3% from 15,823 in 2024. The register contained 3,668 interest representatives at 30 April 2026.
HATVP says 79% of the descriptions of declared objectives met its quality criteria. At the April cutoff, 409 interest representatives had supplied none of the information legally required for the 2025 exercise.
IGAPA perspective
For organisations reviewing their French public affairs work, a useful starting point is the connection between the policy objective, the activity described and the reporting period. Specific descriptions give readers a clearer account than broad statements about engagement.
The publication year, reporting year and register snapshot date answer different questions. These figures should not be presented as France’s final 2026 lobbying totals.
Primary source: HATVP — review of declarations for the 2025 reporting year
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