Why is May 1 a paid public holiday in France? The history of a hard-won celebration
- Posted on May 1, 2026
- By Le Monde
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Why is May 1 a paid public holiday in France? The history of a hard-won celebration
The day celebrating worker and union movements is now celebrated in most countries around the world. In France, exceptions to the work ban on this day remain a subject of ongoing debate.
