France had 9.3 million poor in 2018 (or 14.8% of the population), that is to say living on less than 1,063 euros per month for a single person (60% of the median income).
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But there is a difference between the statistics and the reality on the ground.
There are strong social tensions in the country, of which the `` yellow vests '' were a reflection.
For lack of response at the height of a man, it can become explosive
”, warns Frédérique Puissat, Senator LR of Isère and rapporteur for the mission on the development and the fight against the precariousness and impoverishment of some of the French, whose report will be unveiled this Wednesday.
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If we take into account material deprivation and poverty in living conditions, about one in four French people have difficulty making ends meet, and as many to face an unforeseen expenditure of 500 euros.
According to the Senate report, the standard of living of low-income households since the 2008 crisis could only be maintained under the effect of transfers
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