During the second day of meetings between social partners and the prime minister, the head of the CGT, Sophie Binet, called on the government to “bury” the unemployment insurance reform and “repeal” the pension reform. She stressed the need to give control back to social actors to determine the rules of compensation for unemployment. The Minister of Labour also agreed on the importance of involving social actors in discussions about seniors’ employment and unemployment insurance.
The CGT also strongly opposed the controversial pension reform, insisting that there is no alternative but to repeal it. They proposed a funding conference for pensions as a solution. Sophie Binet also raised concerns about salaries, emphasizing that increasing net wages at the expense of social protection by reducing gross wages is not acceptable. Despite the government’s willingness to help the country, the CGT remains apprehensive, prompting them to call for a mobilization of workers on October 1st to demand salary increases, repeal of the pension reform, and protection of public services.
In response to comments by Bruno Retailleau of LR on immigration, the CGT expressed concern about extreme right-wing rhetoric coming from the Ministry of the Interior. They also criticized the Minister of Economy for his remarks on the republican arc that were reprimanded by the prime minister in relation to Marine Le Pen’s influence. The CGT emphasized the need for the prime minister to stand firm against far-right demands.
The consultations continued with CFE-CGC at noon, followed by CFTC, CPME, and U2P on Thursday. The CGT remains vigilant in advocating for the interests of workers and defending social rights. They are actively engaging with the government to push for the abandonment of the unemployment insurance and pension reforms, as well as fair salary increases. The CGT is calling on workers to unite and voice their concerns on key issues affecting their livelihoods and social welfare.
Overall, the CGT’s stance reflects a commitment to protecting workers’ rights and ensuring that social dialogue is central to decision-making processes. By advocating for the repeal of controversial reforms and emphasizing the importance of fair wages and social protection, the CGT is working towards a more equitable and just society. Their calls for mobilization and engagement with the government demonstrate a strong commitment to defending workers’ interests and promoting social justice.
