The reduction of tax loopholes could reach 8.5 billion
June 25, 2010 - 9:35 pm
The effort to reduce tax loopholes, covering five billion euros for the period 2011-2013, may be increased to 8.5 billion euros if the situation requires it, said François Fillon.
At a press conference, the Prime Minister said that "further efforts" would be decided by the government if growth is below its forecast.
The government expects 1.4% growth in gross domestic product (GDP) in 2010 and 2.5% in 2011.
It is too early to consider amending the forecast "for 2011, said Francois Fillon, but stressed that" a rebound "often followed a crisis.