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Unified Social Welfare system in France: A Comprehensive Update (February 8, 2026)
France is moving forward with plans to implement a unified social welfare system, consolidating multiple existing benefits – including the RSA (Revenu de Solidarité Active – Active Solidarity Income), the prime d’activité (activity premium), and housing assistance (APL – Aide Personnalisée au Logement) – into a single, streamlined allowance. This initiative, representing approximately €40 billion in annual aid, aims to reduce non-take-up rates