Sophie Binet recently presented a Map of layoff plans in Franceindicating the level of the crisis. This map identifies:
- More than 180 discount plans in progress or planned
- More than 100,000 direct and indirect jobs were at risk
- A collection of job cuts in the business sector
Recent announcements about Michelincutting 1,254 jobs at its Vannes and Cholet sites, perfectly illustrates this worrying trend. Large distribution is not spared, with social plans at Casino, Cora and Auchan. French industry is facing a major challenge in terms of competitiveness and economic mobilityputting many jobs at risk.
The government’s response to the crisis
Faced with this critical situation, Barnier’s government is adopting a position that is both reasonable and proactive. Marc Ferracci, Minister of Labour, recognized that the social balance “will be counted in thousands of jobs”. The government’s strategy is structured around two main axes:
- Protect content: try to avoid social plans and site closures as much as possible
- The creation of favorable conditions for the emergence of new jobs and investments on French territory
The Minister of Industry promised “a lot of resources” to support workers Work in Francethe new platform that aims to facilitate professional regression. This approach aims to minimize the impact of inevitable job losses while preparing for the future.
International economic challenges
Antoine Armand, Minister of the Economy, highlighted the challenges facing France in the international scene:
| Stress factors | Impact on employment |
|---|---|
| High cost of raw materials | Reduction in margins, risk of displacement |
| Energy issues | Competition competition, possible closure |
| Aggressive business practices | Unfair competition, loss of market share |
Faced with these challenges, the government advocates for a a strong European response and coordinated. The supply side policy, which has already produced positive results, will be continued and strengthened. Astrid Panosyan-Bouvet, Minister of Labour, emphasizes the importance of maintenance overall fiscal stability and to reduce the restrictions related to the transmission of European texts.
Other suggestions and future perspectives
The CGT, through Sophie Binet, offers other solutions to deal with this employment crisis. Among them, one moratorium on layoffs that saves time in finding permanent solutions. This measure would aim to:
- Allow workers, public authorities and management to find alternatives
- Identify potential customers
- Reversal of endangered activities
Serge Allègre, general secretary of CGT chemistry, proposes to send compensation for the 175 billion euros in aid given to companies every year. The idea would be a for this support to maintain employment. These other recommendations underline the importance of a unified approach between all economic and social actors to overcome this crisis.
In this difficult context, it is essential to focus on the individual consequences of these economic upheavals. Unemployment reforms could have a significant impact on certain sectors of the workforceadding a layer of complexity to the current situation. The future of employment in France will depend on the ability of the government, businesses and social partners to work together to find innovative and sustainable solutions.
2024-11-23 22:23:00
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