The French National Assembly voted to reinstate the suspension of pension reform in the social security budget draft. A total of 162 deputies approved the measure. Sébastien Lecornu described the budget as the 'best possible' despite its imperfections.
In the night from Friday to Saturday, the National Assembly reinstated the suspension of pension reform within the 2026 social security budget draft. This decision came during a vote where 162 deputies supported reintroducing the measure, marking a key moment in the ongoing budget debates.
Minister Sébastien Lecornu, leading the government, defended the project by stating it was not 'perfect' but the 'best possible' under the circumstances. This budget, prepared under his oversight, aims to balance social security accounts while addressing political and economic pressures.
This development highlights ongoing tensions around social reforms in France, with implications for future budget negotiations. Reactions continue to emerge, as seen in the live coverage of events at the Assembly.