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France Moves to Limit Transport Strikes Ahead of Olympics
published: 2026/01/17 08:55:44
New Legislation aims to ensure Transport Continuity
France is taking steps to mitigate the disruption caused by frequent rail adn metro strikes with a new bill that coudl significantly limit the right to strike in the transport sector. The National Assembly’s Law Committee recently approved a draft proposal that would cap the number of ‘protected-service’ days for strikes to 30 per year [[1]]. This move comes as France prepares to host the Paris 2026 Olympics, raising concerns about potential travel chaos.
key Provisions of the Bill
The proposed legislation, supported by centrist deputies, Les Républicains, and the Rassemblement National, seeks to establish a more predictable framework for industrial action. Key elements of the bill include:
- Negotiated Blackout Periods: Unions and employers will be required to negotiate an annual calendar identifying periods when strikes will be prohibited, covering peak demand times like school holidays, public exams, and major events.
- Government Intervention: If