French public service unions are supporting the national action on 7 March in protest at new legislation which weakens the employment rights of young workers. The unions argue this is not the way to tackle unemployment and are calling for national negotiations on pay, jobs and growth to deal with the issue. Public service unions will also be using the day of action to highlight their continuing campaign for collective bargaining and higher pay.
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Action against weaker employment laws and for better pay
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