2026 Budget Revenue Debate Faces Delays Amid Legislative Suspension

The parliamentary debates on the revenue section of the 2026 budget in France have encountered significant delays, with the general rapporteur Philippe Juvin confirming that the revenue part will not be adopted on time. As of November 2, 2025, over 2,400 amendments are scheduled for examination starting Monday morning, making the process extensive and complex. However, the Assembly has decided to suspend the examination of this revenue section on Tuesday to prioritize discussions on the Social Security ('Sécu') budget, which includes addressing the suspension of the pension reform.

This legislative pause highlights the political challenges surrounding the budget's approval, as the focus temporarily shifts from revenue measures to social welfare aspects. The solemn vote on the budget’s revenue section initially planned for Tuesday remains uncertain due to these ongoing deliberations and interruptions.

Philippe Juvin’s statements underscore the difficulty in finalizing the budget on schedule amidst numerous amendments and competing parliamentary priorities. The attention to the pension reform within the Social Security budget discussion further illustrates the intertwined nature of fiscal and social policy debates in the current political climate.

Overall, the situation reflects the complexity and contentious nature of France’s 2026 budgetary process, with key decisions still pending while political actors negotiate the path forward.