French Unions Threaten Strikes During Paris Olympics

Major union CGT warns of potential strikes across public services, including hospitals, to address pay and working conditions.

CGT union plans to file strike notices for public sector workers, including hospital staff, during the July-August Paris Olympics.
The union demands immediate government action to ensure the success of the Games, citing concerns over worker compensation and conditions.
Paris Olympics organizing head urges unions not to disrupt the event, while the government offers bonuses to police officers deployed during the Olympics.
Hospital workers express urgent need for more funding and better conditions in the Paris region ahead of the expected influx of visitors.
The CGT's strike notice spans from February 5 to September 9, covering both the Olympics and Paralympics.