On Wednesday, October 21, French unions were received at Matignon by Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu amid significant social mobilizations involving students, high schoolers, and workers.
The General Secretary of the General Confederation of Labour (CGT), Sophie Binet, expressed disappointment after the meeting, stating that the Prime Minister announced “no measures” in response to the demands raised by protesters. She highlighted the existence of a “legitimate and enormous anger” in France, reflecting the current social tension.
In light of this lack of concrete proposals, the CGT is calling for a “new direction” in the mobilization, indicating that the social movement could intensify if the government does not meet the expectations of workers and youth.
This meeting at Matignon comes after several weeks of protests, marked by various demands expressed by unions, students, and high schoolers, notably concerning working conditions and social reforms.