French lawmakers consider emergency financing law
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French lawmakers are considering emergency financing laws to avoid a potential shutdown of government services. The budget which ex-PM Michel Barnier attempted to force through parliament was a key factor in the no-confidence vote that toppled his government. With the government's future in limbo, any delay could leave the French state – and programs like social security – without funding on January 1. Also, your Christmas tree may be green, but is it sustainable?
