Turnout Expected to Dip From Previous Action
Authorities are anticipating a 30% decrease in participation in today’s strike compared to the action two weeks prior. Estimates suggest between 300,000 and 350,000 people will participate across the country.
Around 250 rallies are scheduled nationwide.
In Paris, police expect between 20,000 and 40,000 demonstrators. The trade union march is set to begin at 2 PM, starting from Place d’Italie and concluding at place Vauban, near Les Invalides and the National Assembly.
Strikes Focused on Demand for ‘Social Justice’
French trade unions are holding a second day of strikes today, centering their demands around “social justice.” This action comes as new Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu prepares to unveil a series of budget cuts aimed at reducing France’s ample national debt.
The initial day of strikes, held two weeks ago, drew approximately half a million people to the streets, according to police estimates.
Good morning, and welcome to our live coverage of the national strike movement unfolding in france today.