From 1is January 2025, citizens will have to deal with new regulationsspecific to transport, unemployment or even benefits. Discover the changes that will come as we pass to a new year.
From the change in transport to 1is January 2025
Like every year, the 1is January marks an important turning point in the transport sector. This is the date on which new measures come into force and 2025 will be no exception. In the days to come, the French will face some changes which aim to reduce pollution and encourage citizens to use public transport.
New restrictions in low emission zones
Low emission zones (ZFEs) are getting tougher again this year, particularly in big cities like Paris or Lyon. Vehicles classified Crit’Air 3, which includes diesel cars over 14 years old and gasoline cars over 19 years old, will be now banned in these metropolises.
This novelty, which concerns approximately 21% of the French vehicle fleetaims to improve air quality in large cities.
Technical inspection of vehicles reinforced in the new year
Technical control is also evolving au 1is January 2025 to better meet environmental needs and road safety rules. New, more efficient equipment will be used to detect fraudin particular manipulations linked to anti-pollution systems.
THE security checksincluding brakes, suspensions and belts, will also be reinforced. These changes could lead to an increase in cost of technical inspection.
Public transport prices are changing in Paris
In Île-de-France, transport pricing is simplified from January. A single ticket for €2.50 will be accessible to Ile-de-France residents, and will allow them to travel on all metro, RER and Transilien lines, whatever the route.
A Navigo day pass for €12 will also be rolled out, while the Liberty+ Pass will see its price increase to €1.99 per journey for metros and trains. These changes are intended to encourage citizens to use public transport and to harmonize costs for users.
Real estate sector facing new reforms in January
The start of 2025 also brings significant changes in the field of real estate, which could concern both owners and tenants.
New eligibility conditions for MaPrimeRénov’
MaPrimeRénov’, a famous financial boost popular with French people keen to start energy renovation workis experiencing significant changes this year. In fact, the budget allocated to the bonus is reduced, while the aid now focuses only on major works. These developments could have an impact on renovation projects owners.
Anti-Airbnb law comes into force to limit abuse
The Le Meur law, nicknamed “anti-Airbnb law”comes into force on 1is January 2025. It aims to regulate rentals of furnished tourist accommodation in response to their development deemed excessive. This law introduces new obligations for owners and gives more power to municipalities to control these rentals. The objective is to promote access to permanent housing for local residents.
Expected change in social rights in 2025
The year 2025 also brings important changes in the area of social rights, particularly regarding RSA and unemployment insurance.
15 hours of weekly activity for RSA beneficiaries
From 1is January 2025, RSA beneficiaries will have to devote 15 hours per week to integration activities to keep their allowance. These activities may include training, internships or company immersions. In addition, all beneficiaries will be automatically registered with France Travail, for personalized support towards a professional reintegration.
Changes relating to unemployment and employment of seniors
Unemployment insurance rules are changing, particularly for cross-border workers and seniors. Benefits for cross-border unemployed workers will be recalculated, while new age thresholds are established for extended compensation elderly people:
- 55 years for 22.5 months;
- Et 57 years for 27 months.
Schemes deployed to encourage seniors to find employment have also been put in place. Specific contracts and better access to progressive pensionsshould simplify the latter’s procedures after losing a job.
These reforms, which will take effect au 1is January 2025adapt to current issues, whether in terms of budget, social rights, environment or even security.
