Budget

More tax on alcohol, sick pay: what will France’s 2024 budget change?

We look at measures reported to be under review in a bid to reduce France’s vastly expanded social security deficit

Discount ‘almost all at €1’ store to open in France

The German chain TEDi expects to open another ten stores by the end of 2024

‘Budget season is a good time to review tax planning in France’

Partner article: Rob Kay from Blevins Franks explains what recent changes in France could mean for your tax position

Grouping orders can cut costs for fuel – and more

€700m in extra tax collected in France

The change to at-source income tax which began on January 1 is set to mean around €700million more tax collected this year.

Tax cuts and green pledges for government’s Act 2

Tax cuts for 12 million families, pension reform and urgent action on the environment were among key promises by the prime minister as he launched the second half of the Macron presidency.

Most local tax bills in France are lower but not all

Many residents will have been pleased to see their annual taxe d’habitation bill drop this autumn – as promised by President Macron – but others have complained of increases.

Sports budget cut of €30m in France sparks criticism

The French ministry of sport has announced a €30m cut in its government budget, prompting condemnation from economists, who say it will “destroy the fabric of amateur sports” in this country.

€1,300 grant available to improve energy efficiency

Households offered aid to change boilers or install better heating controls

Paris on a budget: 12 low cost tips