French Government to Retroactively Enforce Agricultural Tax Measures from January 2026
The French government plans to retroactively apply key agricultural tax measures from January 1, 2026, to support the sector amid the upcoming PLF 2026 debate.
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France to Borrow Record €310 Billion in 2026 Despite Budget Absence
France plans to borrow a record €310 billion in 2026, beginning in January under a special law, despite lacking an approved budget for the year.
French Government Extends Tax Exemption on Tips Until 2026 Budget Vote
The French government has prolonged the tax exemption on tips for low-wage workers until the 2026 budget vote, following legislative delays and sector opposition to taxing tips.
French Christmas Spending Rises Amid Budget Deadlock and Economic Uncertainties
Despite a rise in Christmas consumer spending driven by stable inflation, France faces economic uncertainty due to a stalled 2026 budget and frozen public aid programs.
France Faces Political Turmoil and Budgetary Crisis as 2026 Unfolds
In 2026, France confronts severe budgetary challenges and political upheaval as key leaders face setbacks amid mounting debt and unfulfilled promises.
Deadlock and Political Shifts Complicate France's 2026 Budget Negotiations
France's 2026 budget negotiations face major deadlock amid political upheaval, leading to temporary legislative fixes and ongoing talks.
Marine Le Pen's Pivotal Role in 2026 Budget and Pension Debates in the National Assembly
Marine Le Pen and the RN play a strategic and influential role in the 2026 budget and pension reform discussions in the French National Assembly, highlighting political tensions and legislative maneuvers.
Key Social and Economic Changes in France Take Effect January 2026 Amid Budget Uncertainty
Starting January 2026, France enacts key social and economic policy changes including wage hikes and service cost increases, alongside a temporary budget law amid parliamentary delays.
France Delays Launch of New Birth Leave Policy to July 2026
France postpones its new birth leave policy from January to July 2026, introducing enhanced leave benefits aimed at supporting family and work-life balance.
France Adopts Special Law to Extend Budget Amid Political Stalemate, Impacting Public Services and Associations
France passes a special law to extend the previous budget, ensuring state operations continue but causing funding suspensions and project delays across public sectors.
French Hospital Federations Condemn 2026 Budget Tariff Freeze Amid Political Budget Deadlock
Hospital federations warn that the 2026 budget's tariff freeze will worsen access to care amid political deadlock over France's budget and healthcare funding.
Parliamentary Dynamics Heat Up Over Budget Vote Amid Light-Hearted Exchanges
French parliament sees sharp budget debate tensions alongside rare friendly exchanges between political rivals Le Pen and Lecornu.
French Parliament Passes Special Law to Advance 2026 Budget Amid Ongoing Political Negotiations
The French Parliament has passed a special law to avoid financial paralysis while political debates and negotiations continue over the 2026 budget amid concerns over deficit and fiscal policies.
French Prime Minister Lecornu Urges Political Compromise to Finalize 2026 Budget
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu calls for setting aside political calculations to enable the adoption of France's 2026 budget amid parliamentary deadlock and a special law's temporary measure.
French National Assembly Unanimously Passes Emergency Budget Law to Bridge 2026 Funding Gap
France's National Assembly has unanimously approved an emergency law to maintain government funding temporarily amid delayed 2026 budget agreement, with formal discussions set to resume in January.
French Government Adopts Temporary Special Law Amid Budget Stalemate for 2026
France begins 2026 without an approved budget, adopting a temporary special law to finance the state amid ongoing negotiations and political tensions.
Tensions Escalate in 2025 Public Audiovisual Commission Amid Accusations and Procedural Suspension
The French parliamentary commission on public audiovisual services suspends hearings amid intense internal conflicts and accusations of procedural misconduct.
French Government May Delay Night Train Purchase Due to Budget Shortfall
Budget constraints may force France to delay its planned billion-euro night train purchase, impacting transport modernization efforts.
Debate Over Article 49-3 Use Intensifies Amid Budget Adoption Deadlock
Amid political fatigue and upcoming elections, French leaders debate the use of Article 49-3 to pass the 2026 budget, with official denials and strategic hesitations marking the discourse.
French Government Faces Budget Adoption Deadlock as Parliament Weighs Special Budget Law
France's government struggles to pass the 2026 budget with parliamentary deadlock leading to potential reliance on a special law and heightened economic uncertainties.
France Adopts Emergency Special Law to Manage 2026 Budget Impasse
France's government adopts a temporary special law to keep public funding flowing amid budget deadlock, with Article 49.3 potentially mobilized to enforce passage.
French Government Weighs Use of Article 49.3 to Pass Contested 2026 Budget
Facing parliamentary deadlock, the French government considers invoking Article 49.3 and a special urgent law to pass the contested 2026 budget amid political consultations.
French Government Races to Implement Emergency Budget Law Following Parliamentary Deadlock
Facing a parliamentary stalemate, the French government is urgently pursuing a special budget law and consultations to prevent a shutdown of state functions for 2026.
French Government Moves to Pass Special Law to Overcome 2026 Budget Deadlock
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu consults political parties to break deadlock on the 2026 budget, preparing a special law for temporary state financing with a vote expected by Tuesday.
Reshaping Power and Budget Autonomy in France's Ministry of Economy
The Ministry of Economy in France sees a shift in power dynamics with new autonomy granted to key ministers amid ongoing budgetary challenges.
French Government Readies Special Law to Navigate 2026 Budget Deadlock
Faced with a parliamentary deadlock on the 2026 budget, Prime Minister Lecornu prepares a special law to temporarily fund the state and seeks political compromises ahead of a key vote.
French Government Races to Pass Special Law Amid 2026 Budget Deadlock
France prepares to temporarily fund the state by passing a special law after 2026 budget talks collapse, aiming to prevent a government shutdown and resume discussions in January.
French Parliament Prepares Special Budget Law Amid 2026 Finance Bill Deadlock
France prepares a special budget law as a temporary fix after the 2026 finance bill fails, with calls for a real budget by January amid political and economic challenges.
France's 2026 Budget Crisis Deepens Amid Senate-Government Rift and Urgent Consultations
France's 2026 budget approval faces deadlock as Prime Minister Lecornu battles Senate opposition, prompting urgent consultations and a special law proposal.
French Parliament Deadlocks on 2026 Budget, Government Proposes Special Law to Ensure State Continuity
With no agreement on France's 2026 state budget, the government will propose a special law to ensure state operations continue smoothly into the new year.
Municipal Power in France Faces Financial and Democratic Challenges Ahead of 2026 Elections
As France approaches the 2026 municipal elections, municipal power contends with financial pressures and democratic challenges while parties prepare for pivotal local and national contests.
France Faces Rising Public Debt and Fiscal Risks as Deficit Approaches Critical Threshold
France's public debt hits record 117.4% of GDP, with the Banque de France warning that exceeding a 5% deficit poses serious risks to the economy.
French 2026 Budget Talks Stall Amid Senate Resistance and Rising Public Debt
French 2026 budget negotiations face deadlock due to Senate opposition and rising public debt now at record levels.
France Prepares Special Finance Law as Budget Negotiations Face Deadlock
Facing potential deadlock in 2026 budget talks, France considers a special finance law as Minister Lecornu warns of political hurdles in Parliament ahead of constitutional deadlines.
Parliamentary Commission Uncovers Electoral Links Between La France Insoumise and Islamist Groups
A parliamentary report reveals links between La France insoumise and Islamist groups, warning of electoral risks and proposing countermeasures ahead of 2026 municipal elections.
National Assembly Debates Narcotrafic Amid Rising Violence in Marseille
The French National Assembly holds a symbolic vote on narcotrafic amid rising violence in Marseille and President Macron’s renewed anti-drug efforts.
French National Assembly Finalizes 2026 Social Security Financing Bill Amid Political Divisions
The French National Assembly has narrowly approved the 2026 Social Security financing bill, finalizing the budget amid political divisions and suspending pension reforms.
French Senate Adopts 2026 Budget Amid Les Républicains' Internal Struggles
The French Senate adopted its 2026 budget favoring spending cuts, while political divisions within Les Républicains complicate upcoming mixed commission negotiations.
Tensions Rise in Lyon Over 2026 Metropolitan Budget Amid Ecological Policy Debate
Jean-Michel Aulas and allies oppose Lyon's 2026 metropolitan budget, calling for audits amid disputes over ecological and fiscal policies ahead of municipal elections.
Elisabeth Borne Urges Use of Article 49.3 to Ensure 2026 Budget Passage
Former PM Élisabeth Borne urges Minister Sébastien Lecornu to consider Article 49.3 to ensure timely passage of the 2026 budget amid political resistance.