DIRECT. Michel Barnier at 8 p.m. on TF1: budget, censorship, 49.3… follow the Prime Minister’s declarations live

“I try to provide answers”

40 billion savings on state spending which is impossible? “I don’t give here and there. The budget can be improved. I hear the local authorities, businesses, etc. I try to provide answers, calm and serene.” Michel Barnier calls for a general effort. “We want to reduce the deficit of this budget to around 5%.”