French Prime Minister François Bayrou is expected to survive a no-confidence vote in parliament this Wednesday, winning some breathing space after less than two months in office but by no means

French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou will use special constitutional powers to pass the 2025 budget on Monday, triggering a crucial no-confidence vote that will decide whether his minority government survives.

François Bayrou's position was at risk after his decision to force the budget through Parliament without a vote. But the Socialists, whose vote is key to a no-confidence motion passing, have announced they will not support the move.