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France roiled by anti-austerity protests as unions demand budget rethink

More than one million people took part in demonstrations across France on Thursday, according to the hardline CGT union. Union leaders hailed the strike as "already a success" and issued a warning to Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, demanding fiscal, social and environmental justice in his upcoming budget.

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Lecornu ends perks for former PMs, while balancing demands from left and right

France’s new prime minister, Sébastien Lecornu, has announced that former prime ministers will no longer receive lifetime perks. It follows his decision to scrap a proposal to cut two public holidays – moves seen as intended to placate an increasingly irate population, as he attempts to form a government in…

Radio France Internationale

Strikes and marches against budget cuts cause disruption across France, with 141 arrests – as it happened

At least 476 separate demonstrations are taking place over public services and wages, a week after the appointment of new PM Sébastien Lecornu

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Why is France facing its biggest strikes in years?

France is bracing on Thursday for its biggest strikes and demonstrations in two years as unions rally workers across all sectors to protest what they call "brutal" cuts looming in the 2026 budget. RFI explains what's behind the day of disruption.

Radio France Internationale

France faces day of strikes as disruption to hit travel, hospitals and schools

Unions continue to denounce Macron’s pension reform that raised the minimum retirement age from 62

The Independent UK

France’s biggest strike in years under way amid political crisis

About 800,000 people to demonstrate against budget plans, putting pressure on new prime minister

The Guardian - UK

France braces for more widespread strike and protest action on Thursday

All major unions have called for strikes and demonstrations against the government's budget measures. Major disruptions to transportation, schools, hospitals and public services are expected across the country.

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France's PM Lecornu announces end to 'lifetime' benefits for former prime ministers

Lecornu was named prime minister on 9 September, replacing François Bayrou who lost a vote of confidence in parliament after proposing €44 billion in budget cuts in a bid to reign in France's national debt.

Euronews

French farmers announce nationwide protest over trade deals and food sovereignty

French farmers are gearing up for a nationwide protest later this month, warning that international trade deals risk undermining food sovereignty and local producers.

Radio France Internationale

New PM Lecornu scraps holiday cuts as he seeks fresh start for France’s budget

France’s new Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has moved quickly to change course, scrapping a deeply unpopular measure regarding the cutting of public holidays and promising a fresh approach to the 2026 budget.

Radio France Internationale

France hit with credit downgrade as new government faces budget squeeze

France faces a fresh test of economic credibility after Fitch cut its credit rating, deepening the pressure on a new government already grappling with political turbulence and soaring debt.

Radio France Internationale

France’s new Prime Minister keeps head-butting his colleagues

A teenage interest in monks is part of the answer

The Independent UK

Thursday news quiz: resignations, recriminations and a mysterious doorbell menace

Test yourself on topical news trivia, pop culture and general knowledge every Thursday. How will you fare?

The Guardian - UK

Let France be a warning, Rachel Reeves: stand up to the bond market vigilantes, or they’ll come for Britain next

Labour can stick with ‘you can’t buck the markets’ – or challenge the economic orthodoxy that has served narrow class interests for 50 years, says Guardian columnist Larry Elliott

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Who is 'political animal' Sébastien Lecornu, France's latest prime minister?

Sébastien Lecornu on Wednesday became France's fifth prime minister in less than two years. The former defence minister is seen as a consummate strategist and close ally of President Emmanuel Macron, who is hoping Lecornu can forge some much needed consensus in a fractured parliament.

The Guardian - UK

New French PM Sébastien Lecornu promises ‘profound break’ with past politics

Lecornu, 39, faces difficult task of gaining enough support from divided parliament to pass a budget

The Guardian - UK

‘My first barricade’: French protests unite teachers, gilets jaunes and students

Thousands join Block Everything rallies across France to express anger at government and austerity

Radio France Internationale

Why far-right National Rally dropped Bayrou and is calling for snap elections

The National Rally initially backed François Bayrou as prime minister and helped him survive a vote of no confidence earlier this year. But its MPs withdrew their support in Monday's vote, ensuring his downfall. RFI looks at what changed and why RN's leaders are now pushing for early elections.

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The Guardian - UK

New French PM takes office as ‘Block Everything’ protests rock country – as it happened

Sébastien Lecornu appointment comes amid protests across France including 1,000 demonstrators trying to enter Gare du Nord station in Paris

Radio France Internationale

Lecornu sworn in as prime minister as clashes erupt across France

Nearly 300 people were arrested in France on Wednesday as “Block Everything” demonstrations disrupted transport and public services in cities across the country, authorities said. The unrest coincided with the inauguration of Sébastien Lecornu, the country’s fifth prime minister in under two years.

The Conversation

Emmanuel Macron’s presidency is in survival mode. How did France’s political paralysis get so bad?

Over the past year, French President Emmanuel Macron has emerged as one of the most influential leaders on the global stage.

Euronews

Emmanuel Macron names Sébastien Lecornu as new prime minister of France

Lecornu was already tipped for the position last year and will succeed François Bayrou who was ousted after losing a confidence vote in parliament on Monday.

The Independent UK

New prime minister named by Macron amid political turmoil in France

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Macron names Sebastien Lecornu as new French prime minister

A longtime Macron loyalist, Lecornu is now France's fourth prime minister in barely a year

The Guardian - UK

Emmanuel Macron appoints his third prime minister in a year

Sébastien Lecornu, a presidential ally, is tasked with bringing France’s divided parties together to pass a budget

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