The Alpes-Maritimes Department has expressed its refusal to fund the increase in the RSA (Active Solidarity Income) decided by the State without consultation. It believes that this additional cost should be covered by the State, not by local authorities.
The Alpes-Maritimes Department opposes the 1.7% increase in the Active Solidarity Income (RSA) decided by the State starting April 1, 2025. It refuses to bear the cost, criticizing a measure imposed without consultation or financial compensation.
The RSA beneficiaries will indeed receive the planned revaluation, disbursed by the Family Allowance Funds (CAF). However, the Department will not cover this additional cost. It considers that the State’s budgetary decisions should not rely on the finances of local authorities.
Charles Ange Ginésy: “we cannot accept being confronted with a fait accompli once again”
Amidst rising social expenses, the Departmental Council asserts its refusal to serve as a “budget adjustment variable.” It reminds that public finance management is a priority and that any new expense must be supported by appropriate compensation.
The president of the Department, Charles Ange Ginésy, emphasizes the need for a balanced working framework between the State and local authorities: “we reaffirm our commitment to solidarity policies, but within a clear framework, respectful of each party’s competencies, and based on a genuine partnership with the State. We cannot accept being confronted with a fait accompli once again. Financing a measure decided unilaterally, without consultation or compensation, is unacceptable. We remain fully committed to the most vulnerable, but while respecting our missions and our budgetary balance.”
This position highlights the recurring tensions between the State and the Departments regarding the financing of social aids. The standoff could continue if no solution is found.
