As soon as he is appointed Prime Minister, Michel Barnier and the government he is currently forming will have to tackle the major issues left pending all summer. In particular, the thorny issue of the purchasing power of the French, although this is regaining some colour thanks to the decline in inflation. Historically loyal to the right, it would not be surprising if the new tenant of Matignon were to draw on the programme of the Republicans (without Eric Ciotti), drawn up for the early legislative elections last June and July. And to make a cocktail of it with that of the presidential party.
Michel Barnier’s general policy speech is therefore highly anticipated to clarify his political line and announce the planned reforms. On the energy front, for example, it could be a question of removing taxes on electricity that are used to finance the development of the wind power sector. A measure defended by the Republicans during the legislative elections. It remains to be seen whether this proposal could be in line with what Emmanuel Macron’s supporters proposed during the last election campaign. They promised to reduce electricity bills by 15% starting this winter thanks to the reform of the European electricity market.
To boost the purchasing power of the French, the former European Commissioner will perhaps advocate a measure supported by the Republicans who propose to reduce social security contributions on salaries going (…)
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