French Government Supports Extending Restaurant Voucher Use for Groceries

Despite opposition from restaurateurs, the government plans to extend the use of meal vouchers in supermarkets to support consumer purchasing power.

The government is considering extending the current allowance for meal vouchers to be used in supermarkets for non-immediate consumables like flour and rice.
Secretary of State for Consumption, Laurence Garnier, confirmed the government's favorable stance on this extension in a recent interview.
The initiative, initially introduced in 2022, has been popular among consumers but faces strong opposition from restaurant industry leaders.
Restaurateurs argue that the extension diverts significant revenue from restaurants, estimating a loss of 576 million euros.
A proposal for legislation is being prepared, with a decision expected before the end of the year, to continue supporting consumer purchasing power.