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Future of French government up in the air ahead of confidence vote

French Prime Minister François Bayrou has called a high-stakes confidence vote for 8 September, warning the nation's future is on the line. His €43.8 billion austerity plan includes cutting public holidays, freezing spending, and raising taxes – suggestions which have sparked fierce backlash across the political spectrum.

Radio France Internationale

The Massive Debt Behind France's Political Turmoil

France's growing debt pile is at the heart of the confidence vote that could topple the government of Prime Minister Francois Bayrou next week.

International Business Times

Political instability in France: How does it impact the economy and investments?

Economic risks are emerging in France while political instability looms, as the third government is in danger of falling in little over a year. Further attempts to tackle the country’s enormous debt could be choked until after the next presidential election in 2027.

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'Block Everything': France On Alert Ahead Of Nationwide Protest

French authorities are bracing for a day of nationwide protests led by far-left activists next week, with intelligence officials warning the movement's decentralised nature makes its scale and impact difficult to predict.

International Business Times

'No Miracle' In Last-ditch Talks With French PM: Far Right

Last ditch talks between the French far right and Prime Minister Francois Bayrou did not achieve any breakthrough, its leaders said Tuesday, heightening the chances that he will lose a confidence vote next week.

International Business Times

Italian government denies French PM Bayrou's 'unfounded' tax dumping claims

Francois Bayrou, in an interview with French media on Sunday, accused Italy of fiscal dumping. The Italian government denied it, while members of the key parties criticised the attack, defending the soundness and attractiveness of their tax system.

Euronews

Bayrou lays out his budget strategy, one week ahead of no-confidence vote

François Bayrou has placed his government’s survival on a high-stakes confidence vote, urging France to back his tough budget plans despite mounting calls for his departure.

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French PM Says 'Fate Of France' At Stake In Confidence Vote

French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou said on Sunday the destiny of France was at stake in a forthcoming confidence vote, which he called to resolve a budget standoff but is expected to lose.

International Business Times

Voices: Mon dieu, France – this is no time for un political meltdown!

COMMENT: Next month’s surprise confidence vote could bring down an already crisis-hit minority government, test the country’s governability and end with a drastic power shift – it might also be bad news for Keir Starmer and his coalition of the willing, says Mary Dejevsky

The Independent UK

France faces fresh turmoil as Bayrou gambles on a confidence vote he seems doomed to lose

The prime minister’s austerity plans have ignited fury across the board, leaving Macron’s government vulnerable at home just as Europe leans on France abroad

The Guardian - UK

Bayrou seeks unity before September vote that could topple government

French Prime Minister François Bayrou will meet the heads of political parties and parliamentary groups before a 8 September confidence vote that could bring down his government. Speaking in a televised interview on Wednesday, Bayrou that everyone must first agree on “the importance of the effort” to cut France’s debt.

Radio France Internationale

French prime minister’s confidence vote and its possible consequences

François Bayrou is almost certain to lose gamble. Will a new PM be appointed and could there be a snap election ?

The Guardian - UK

Macron Gives 'Full Support' To Embattled PM As Crisis Looms In France

President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday gave his "full support" to France's embattled prime minister, who has called a confidence vote that could see his government collapse next month.

International Business Times

Macron gives 'full support' to embattled PM as crisis looms in France

President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday gave his "full support" to France's embattled prime minister, who has called a confidence vote that could see his government collapse next month.

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Evening Standard

Stocks dip amid Trump’s Fed move and French worry

The FTSE 100 index closed down 55.60 points, 0.6%, at 9,265.80.

Radio France Internationale

France's Bayrou puts debt decision to lawmakers, risking fall of government

France’s debt crisis has become the latest test of a fragile political system. Prime Minister François Bayrou is forcing a confidence vote that could bring down his government, echoing the turbulence that has dogged French politics since last year’s elections.

International Business Times

French PM's Job On Line With Call For Confidence Vote

France's embattled Prime Minister Francois Bayrou said on Monday his government would request a vote of confidence on September 8, seeking parliamentary backing for his battle against soaring public debt.

Radio France Internationale

French PM puts government on line with call for confidence vote

France's embattled Prime Minister Francois Bayrou said Monday his government would request a vote of confidence on 8 September, seeking parliamentary backing for his fight against soaring public debt.

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EU and US announce trade deal: What you need to know

EU will pay 15% tariffs and buy hundreds of billions of dollars in energy products and military equipment from US.

The Independent UK

Minister is keen to cut two bank holidays – which ones and why

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The Independent UK

Why France’s prime minister wants to scrap two public holidays

France’s prime minister has proposed cutting two public holidays to save money in next year’s budget

Radio France Internationale

French PM unveils radical plan to tackle ‘deadly danger’ of national debt

French Prime Minister François Bayrou on Tuesday unveiled a sweeping plan to restore France’s public finances, warning of the "deadly danger" of being "crushed by debt".

International Business Times

Tackling Debt 'Curse', France Wants To Slash Holidays

France's Prime Minister Francois Bayrou said Tuesday he wanted to reduce the number of public holidays as part of an urgent plan to tackle what he called the "curse" of his country's debt.

Evening Standard

Emmanuel Macron warns Europe’s freedom faces ‘greatest threat’ since World War Two

French President pledges to increase military budget as his nation celebrates Bastille Day

The Guardian - UK

French PM François Bayrou failed to act on abuse at Catholic boarding school, report says

Damning report by MPs comes after inquiry into allegations of decades of physical abuse, rape and sexual assault at Notre-Dame de Bétharram school

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