Changes to French labour, tobacco, and gas prices coming into effect in June
Beginning June 1, 2025, job-seekers in France will experience a shift in sanction policies, as automatic penalties for missed meetings with advisors will be replaced with personalized evaluations based on a range of indicators. Simultaneously, control measures over job-seekers will be strengthened to enhance efficiency. These changes are part of ongoing efforts to modernize France Work, previously known as Pôle emploi.
In addition, gas prices are forecasted to continue their downward trend, with a projected decrease of approximately 5.3% starting June 1, 2025. This follows a decrease of 6.4% in May. However, the majority of those on fixed-rate contracts will not see a reduction in their bills as only subscribers to indexed offers will benefit from the price change.
An unexpected date for many taxpayers is fast approaching. Anyone who has not yet declared their 2024 income should act quickly, with the deadline set for June 5 (for residents in zones 3). Overlooking this deadline could result in a fine equating to 10% of the tax owed, with penalties escalating up to 40% if reminders are disregarded.
Starting June 6, 2025, the reorganization of TV channel numbering will take effect, grouping continuous news channels between numbers 13 and 16 on digital terrestrial television (DTT). France 4 will occupy the fourth position, replacing Canal+. This reorganization is expected to bring new channels to the lineup, with T18, owned by Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky, set to debut.
For high school seniors, the admission phase on Parcoursup will commence on June 2, 2025. During this period, candidates may view and respond to admission offers from educative institutions. From June 11, the complementary admission phase will open for candidates who have not received offers.
Enrichment Data Relevance:- A new shortage occupation list has been released, easing work permit applications for certain professions, including some roles for undocumented workers under specific conditions.
In summary, June 2025 marks an active month for France as it introduces changes across various sectors, largely centered on job seekers, gas prices, TV channels, and Parcoursup. Further adjustments to employment policy, energy costs, and media organization will help guide France into the summer season.
Personal-finance developments are not limited to employment matters, as taxpayers face a fast-approaching deadline for declaring their 2024 income on June 5. Overlooking this deadline could result in significant fines. On the other hand, politics and policy-and-legislation are impacting the TV broadcasting industry, with a reorganization of channel numbering taking effect from June 6. This rearrangement will bring new channels to the lineup, such as T18 owned by Daniel Kretinsky. Additionally, in the realm of general-news, a new shortage occupation list has been released, easing work permit applications for certain professions.
