35-hour week

French people still work less than other Europeans

France is second only to Finland as the EU country that works the fewest hours per year

Explainer: How France’s 35-hour week works in practice

We guide you through exceptions to the rule, overtime allowances and other legislation related to how much time you can spend on the job

Mythbuster: The French are workshy with a 35-hour week

This is false. In fact, the French work more than employees in the UK

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France's 35-hour week: My staff work less and my fashion house does better - agnès b

Agnès Troublé , the head of fashion house agnès b, introduced a 35-hour working week to her company before it became law. She tells Emily Commander why it's good for business

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35-hour week

French people still work less than other Europeans

Explainer: How France’s 35-hour week works in practice

Mythbuster: The French are workshy with a 35-hour week

France's 35-hour week: My staff work less and my fashion house does better - agnès b

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Best places to live in France for over-60s, according to new ranking

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Why bank cards are changing in France

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