New classification system for training unveiled in France
A new system of competency-based classifications has just been introduced. This follows several years of [...]
March 2017
Three major changes to French unemployment benefits
On 28 March 2017, the social partners were able to obtain a new Memorandum of Understanding on unemployment [...]
Opening up of apprenticeships to 25-30 year olds in France
The decree of December 30, 2016 is intended to allow young people under 30 years of age to catch up with [...]
Increasing the length of temporary contracts via branch agreements
The branch agreement behind the Securitization of Interim Training Funds (FSPI) funded 110,000 training [...]
Reduction in sickness pay contributions for self-employed workers in France
Decree No. 2017-301 of 8 March 2017 indicates that a new regulation enters into force in the calculation of [...]
The best apprentices in France: 134 prize winners
For the first time, the “One of the best apprentices of France” contest was held at the Hotel [...]
French ACCRE reform comes into effect
There is now a new version of the exemption from URSSAF contributions for unemployed creators and other [...]
French firms attract the interest of top students
The French newspaper “Le Monde” has just revealed the names of the employers most appreciated by [...]
Vocational training – a prerogative for French workers?
Vocational training is the prerogative of the French, according to a new BVA study. Nearly 80% of French [...]
Temporary contracts continue to rise in January 2017
After a 13% increase in December 2016, the increase in temporary workers is continuing to rise with 8% more [...]
New professional certificates enshrined in French law
In breaking news regarding certifications, a new enrollment order in the National Directory of Professional [...]