Prime Minister François Bayrou has proposed cutting two national holidays in France to improve the country's finances, sparking protests from various political factions. The French are deeply attached to their holidays, which provide long weekends and relief from work. Despite having fewer holidays than the European average, the proposal faces significant opposition, and Bayrou's government lacks a parliamentary majority, limiting the chances of the proposal's success. The economic situation in France is dire, with increasing debt prompting a reevaluation of work and lifestyle. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)