May 1st
In France, May 1st remains theoretically a non-working holiday, but debates surround openings for certain shops. The government announced instructions allowing independent bakeries and florists to employ voluntary staff. Legal challenges at the Council of State contest this measure.
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Despite legal prohibition, independent bakers and florists will be able to employ staff on Friday, May 1st. The government's decision, relying on instructions to labour inspectors, is causing confusion among shop owners. Paul Boivin noted that « légalement, rien n’a changé ».