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Crumbs! Should French bakeries open on May 1?

Five bakers from the Vendee region were acquitted after violating May 1 rules during a labour inspection in 2024, which gained media attention in France.
The French government supports legislation allowing bakeries and similar businesses to open on May 1, provided employees come to work voluntarily.
Centrist senators introduced a bill to adapt laws for essential businesses, stating it recognizes the importance of bakeries and florists in daily life and cultural heritage.
Catherine Vautrin, Labour and Health Minister, stated that the legislation aims to protect workers' rights while providing legal clarity for businesses.

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Crumbs! Should French bakeries open on May 1?

Buying a crusty, freshly baked baguette should be one of the simplest, as well as satisfying, daily rituals in France.

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1-May: Government supports bill to allow bakers to open their trade

This initiative aims to respond to the controversy of recent days around bakers, some of whom had been subjected to unannounced labour inspection controls on this traditional holiday.

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