# Fabien Roussel Proposes Massive Public Sector Expansion for 2027 Election The Communist candidate pledges 500,000 new public jobs funded by tax reforms. - **Source:** [France Info – Titres](https://www.francetvinfo.fr) - **Published:** 2026-11-12 - **Topic:** [politics](https://brifing.si/c/politics) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/49bdde45-872a-4984-b507-7f38bdbc3ffb ## Ambitious Public Sector Expansion Communist candidate Fabien Roussel has proposed a major expansion of the French public sector during a special election broadcast on November 12, 2026. He aims to recruit 500,000 new employees to revitalize services. Additionally, he advocates for an immediate 10% increase in the civil service index point to boost worker compensation. ## Funding Through Fiscal Reform To finance these initiatives, Roussel plans to generate fifteen billion euros over five years by targeting corporate tax avoidance. His strategy includes reinstating the wealth tax and production taxes on companies. He argues that current financial resources are abundant but misallocated, necessitating a shift in fiscal policy to benefit public services. ## Contrasting Political Visions The proposal stands in sharp contrast to other candidates like Gabriel Attal, who suggests a voluntary departure plan for 100,000 civil servants. While Attal aims to improve efficiency with fewer resources, Roussel emphasizes the need for state intervention. This debate highlights the core ideological divide regarding the role of government in France. ## Education and Security Reforms Roussel intends to scrap the Parcoursup system and the Blanquer high school reform to prioritize new hiring in education. Regarding security, he calls for a community police force of 60,000 personnel, including gendarmes and customs officers. He also advocates for banning LBD rubber bullet launchers to change current law enforcement tactics. ## Energy Sector Nationalization A central pillar of his platform is the creation of a national energy hub that would consolidate major energy companies, including Total, under state control. Roussel claims this nationalization will protect citizens from volatile electricity, gas, and fuel prices. He also emphasizes doubling carbon-free electricity production through investments in nuclear power. ## Fuel Price Mitigation Strategies To address rising fuel costs, Roussel proposes increasing France's strategic petroleum stocks. By purchasing products when market prices are low, the state could inject them into the market during crises to stabilize costs. He further suggests that the government should lower the value-added tax on gasoline to provide immediate relief. ## Diplomatic Stance on Ukraine During his interview, Roussel addressed the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, emphasizing his commitment to international law. He stated that he supports a firm diplomatic stance against the invasion. He explicitly rejected the possibility of a military solution, insisting that the only viable path forward is through negotiated and diplomatic channels. ## Broad Election Context This series of interviews features eight major presidential candidates discussing the future of French public services. Journalists from France Télévisions and Radio France are conducting these sessions at the Maison de la radio in Paris. The event serves as a critical platform for voters to compare competing visions before the 2027 election. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.franceinfo.fr/elections/presidentielle/direct-presidentielle-2027-education-sante-transports-suivez-les-interviews-de-huit-candidats-dans-le-cadre-de-l-operation-nos-services-publics_8276135.html#xtor=RSS-3-[lestitres] — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._