France expands targeted fuel relief as prices rise
The French government will provide a further €450 million in support for businesses and workers most affected by soaring fuel prices.
France is expanding targeted energy relief for businesses and workers facing the greatest impact from soaring fuel prices, according to France 24 International.
The additional measures will cost €450 million, taking the total fuel-price relief announced so far to €1.4 billion. The source does not specify which businesses and workers will qualify, how the support will be delivered or when it will take effect.
The announcement comes as the government faces pressure to respond to rising fuel costs while directing assistance towards those considered most affected.
President Emmanuel Macron is also calling for greater use of biofuels in diesel. France 24 said the potential environmental impact of a rapid increase in biofuel use would be examined by an expert.
The source does not provide details of Macron’s proposal or the expert’s assessment. It also does not clarify whether all of the relief announced so far has been disbursed.
