employers

Labour minister Myriam El Khomri is reportedly planning to introduce law that bans employers from sending staff out-of-hours emails or texts.

From 2019, most employees in private sector will have to work until 63 to get full pension, but will get a bonus if they delay retirement until 64.

Bosses publish open letter saying president 'must act quickly, with determination and consistency' due to 'urgency' of France's economic situation.

In his New Year message to the nation, French president unveils plans for new agreement with employers in bid to reduce jobless total.

President Hollande leads chorus of approval over deal that will give more flexibility to employers but also offer more protection to employees.

President Hollande walks tightrope with reforms to ease labour costs and layoff procedures, while also offering guarantees against job losses.