French government targets 2 billion euros in savings on sick leave

Sébastien Lecornu announces discussions with social partners to reduce sick leave.

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This plan is part of the 2027 budget and aims to address a structural deficit.

Unions criticize the measure as penalizing vulnerable employees.

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