27 Aug 2024 | 04:12 PM UTC
France: Unionized teachers to strike, protest nationwide Aug. 29
Unionized teaching staff plan to stage nationwide strike, protests across France Aug. 29. Increased security, localized disruptions likely.
Unionized teachers affiliated with the CFDT, SNPES, CGT, and UNSA unions plan to strike and protest nationwide on Aug. 29. The action aims to denounce the government's plan not to renew several hundred contract workers' contracts ahead of the coming school year. Confirmed demonstrations will occur in:
Lyon: Villette Street, from 12:00.
Marseille: Pierre Michel Square, from 12:00.
Further demonstrations are likely across France near institutional buildings and schools; participation numbers remain unclear.
Authorities will likely deploy increased security to monitor the protests. Transport disruptions are likely near demonstration sites. The strike could also result in employee absenteeism.
Plan accordingly for increased absenteeism among employees who are parents or guardians of school-aged children on Aug. 29. Avoid all protests as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling near protest sites. Strictly heed all instructions from authorities.
