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France's Economic Challenges: Labor, Employment, and Social Security
France tackles rising business failures, high labor costs, and increasing sick leave expenses. The government is proposing revisions to social security contributions and plans to improve senior employment and address workplace health concerns.
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France
EconomyFranceHealthcareEmploymentSocial SecurityLabor
French Government
Ministre PanosyanGuillaume Kasbarian
- How is the government tackling the rising costs of sick leave?
- The increasing cost of sick leave in the private sector, totaling €17 billion in 2024, is prompting discussions with unions and employers to address this issue. Measures will be implemented in the first quarter of next year.
- What measures are being considered to maintain senior employment?
- Efforts to maintain senior employment involve exploring options like mid-career reviews to assess health, skills, and job adjustments or retraining opportunities. The aim is to achieve full employment for older workers.
- What are the main economic challenges facing the French government?
- The French government is facing challenges related to rising business failures and structural changes in key sectors like the automotive and retail industries.
- How is the government addressing the issue of employer contribution relief?
- The cost of labor is a critical issue, leading to a proposed revision of employer contribution relief, which has been met with opposition in parliament. The government is considering a review clause to assess the impact of these changes.
- What is the minister's overall approach to addressing the issues of absenteeism and workplace health?
- The minister is committed to a comprehensive approach to tackle absenteeism, including focusing on workplace health and safety, fostering open communication, and monitoring absenteeism to prevent abuse.