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French Government Offers Bonuses to Civil Servants to Prevent Strikes During Paris Olympics

In response to strike threats, France announces financial incentives for public workers during the summer games, including additional support for those with children.

PARIS, FRANCE - SEPTEMBER 13: The unveiling of the Olympic rings on the esplanade of Trocadero in front of the Eiffel tower after the official announcement of the attribution of the Olympic Games 2024 to the city of Paris on September 13, 2017 in Paris, France. For the first time in history, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirms two summer Games host cities at the same time, Paris will host the Olympic Games in 2024 and Los Angeles in 2028. (Photo by Chesnot/Getty Images)
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  • The French government will provide bonuses ranging from €500 to €1,500 to civil servants working during the Paris Olympics and Paralympics to avert potential strikes.
  • Eligible employees with children will receive an extra bonus of up to €200 per child, with €350 allocated for each child in single-parent families.
  • The announcement follows warnings from major French unions about possible strikes at hospitals and other public services during the games.
  • To support working parents, the government plans to set up nurseries and allocate 1,000 spots in summer camps for children on school holidays.
  • The social situation in France remains tense, with recent protests and strikes highlighting issues such as retirement age increases and demands for better working conditions.