Sick leave capped at one month from September

The French government now limits sick leave duration to a maximum of one month for initial prescription under a decree published in the Official Journal.

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This measure was included in the social security financing law to reduce extended absences.

The scheme applies from September and affects how social security beneficiaries receive compensation.

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France caps sick leave duration from September onwards

France limits duration of sick leave starting September

Sick leave: maximum duration reduced to one year for certain illnesses