François Bayrou, the new prime minister of France, has initiated discussions about the contentious pension reform first enacted by Emmanuel Macron in 2023. However, constraints on these talks have led to increased dissent, particularly from the CGT union, which has called for protests to repeal the reform. Unions are mobilizing and organizing demonstrations for March 8 and March 20, coinciding with significant dates in women's rights. While some unions engage in ongoing negotiations, the hardline approach from others has led to strikes and blockades that disrupt essential services, indicating deepening unrest regarding the pension changes.
The hardline CGT union has called for mobilization to repeal the 2023 pension reform, emphasizing the government's refusal to seriously engage in discussions about it.
Dock workers protesting the pension reform have escalated tensions with blockades at key ports, severely disrupting ferry traffic and demonstrating their commitment to the cause.
Over the coming weeks, protests are planned for March 8 and March 20, aligning with equal pay events, underlining the unions' push for a stronger stance against the reform.
The ongoing pension consultations face challenges, particularly with the hardline unions withdrawing support and remaining unions still engaged, indicating a fragmented response to reform discussions.
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