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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.
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Students are holding protests and public sector workers are walking out across France ahead of the government's budget announcement. The strikes and demonstrations come as unions and students brace for austerity measures expected in the draft budget, adding to pressure on the French government as it tries to pass its fiscal plans through a divided parliament.
- 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.
- 4Orange Business wins EU backbone network contract for data exchange▼Orange Business to provide European Union's backbone network for trusted data exchange
Orange Business has been chosen to provide the European Union's backbone network for trusted data exchange. The deal means the French telecoms group will build and run core infrastructure enabling secure data sharing across EU institutions and member states. The announcement strengthens Orange's position in large-scale public-sector digital projects in Europe.
- 5French 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.
- 6French 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.
- 7France 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.