The French government has decided not to propose a "freeze" on the income tax scale in its 2027 budget. This was announced by government spokesperson Maud Bregeon during the Grand Oral on BFMTV on Sunday, September 12. The decision comes after Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu had previously stated there would be "no new tax" in the upcoming budget, signaling a focus on maintaining existing tax structures rather than introducing new ones. Instead of freezing the income tax scale, the government plans to index it fully to inflation. This means that the tax brackets and rates will be adjusted annually based on inflation rates, ensuring that the real value of the tax system remains stable over time. Bregeon emphasized that a freeze would have automatically led to a tax increase for all French citizens, as inflation would have pushed more people into higher tax brackets without adjustments. The government is still working to find 30 billion euros in savings to reduce the country’s deficit and debt. This financial goal is part of a broader effort to stabilize France’s public finances and ensure long-term economic sustainability. Officials have not yet specified how this savings target will be achieved, but the decision to index the income tax scale rather than freeze it reflects a strategy to manage tax policy in response to economic conditions. While the government has ruled out a freeze, it remains committed to balancing the budget without introducing new taxes. This approach reflects a careful negotiation between maintaining fiscal discipline and avoiding measures that could burden citizens further. The coming months will likely bring more details on how the government plans to meet its financial targets while keeping tax policies fair and stable.