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- 1French public sector workers strike over pay freeze▼French public sector workers strike over pay freeze ahead of 2027 budget
French public sector workers walked out on strike in protest at a pay freeze as the government prepares the 2027 budget. Unions are demanding wage increases and better working conditions, and the stoppage affects schools, hospitals and other public services. The dispute adds to pressure on the government as it seeks spending cuts ahead of the budget, with unions warning of further action if demands are not met.
- 2Students protest and public sector strike hit France over budget●Students protest and public sector workers strike ahead of French budget
Students are protesting and public sector workers are walking out across France ahead of the government's budget announcement. The strike action targets planned austerity measures, with unions and students expected to ramp up pressure on the government in the coming days.
- 3School staff member attacked while tackling dumpster fire in France●JUST IN: A White male staff member at Stéphane Hessel High School is viciously attacked while trying to extinguish a dum
A male staff member at Stéphane Hessel High School in France was reportedly attacked while trying to put out a dumpster fire. The incident comes amid violent blockades at French schools that coincide with nationwide public-sector union strikes paralysing the country. Police are reportedly involved, and the attack is drawing attention to rising tensions around the strike movement.
- 4French students protest and workers strike over budget cuts●Photos: French students protest, public workers strike before budget cuts
Students across France held protests while public sector workers went on strike ahead of planned government budget cuts. Demonstrators gathered in multiple cities, with strike action affecting schools and public services. The action reflects mounting opposition in France to austerity measures planned by the government, with unions and student groups warning of deeper cuts to public spending and education.
- 5French PM warns against violence as public sector strike begins▼French PM warns against student violence as public sector strike kicks off
France's Prime Minister has cautioned students against resorting to violence as a nationwide public sector strike gets under way. The strike brings together civil servants protesting over pay, working conditions and staffing, while the government urges calm amid fears of street clashes. The warning comes as unions mobilise workers and students across the country.
- 6France braces for strikes and protests over civil servants' pay●Business - France braces for day of strikes and protests over civil servants' pay
France is preparing for a nationwide day of strikes and protests as civil servants demand better pay. Public sector unions are mobilising members across the country, with demonstrations expected in multiple cities. The action highlights ongoing discontent over wages and working conditions in the French public sector, and officials are bracing for disruption to public services.