French government survives no confidence vote over forced budget

Sebastian Lecornu has survived two no confidence motions over the budget, tabled by the hard left LFI and far-right RN. REUTERS - Gonzalo Fuentes

The government of Prime Minister ​Sebastien Lecornu has survived two no confidence motions triggered by his decision to force his contested budget through parliament without a vote.

Lecornu on Tuesday used a constitutional power to force the income part of the 2026 state budget through parliament without a vote, after making concessions to gain the backing of the Socialists.