Lecornu pushes for budget 'golden rule' to refund VAT excess to French citizens
Sébastien Lecornu is urging the inclusion of a "golden rule" in the budget so that any surplus VAT on fuel is returned to the public.
Ahead of a scheduled government announcement, the prime minister's adviser Sébastien Lecornu advocated for a fiscal safeguard that would channel surplus value-added tax from fuel back to households. The proposal aims to alleviate the growing financial strain. Officials plan to detail the measure during the government's 5:30 p.m. briefing.
Why it matters
Refunding excess fuel VAT could ease the financial burden on French households amid rising living costs.
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