New 8-Day Sick Leave Waiting Period Sparks Outcry in France: 'Sick Leave is for the Rich'

Paris, France – A new government policy introducing an 8-day waiting period for sick leave, set to commence in September, has sparked public debate and concern among citizens. The policy stipulates that employees will not receive compensation for the initial eight days of their sick leave. One social media user, RYAN_BMR, expressed strong opposition to the measure in a recent video, stating, "Sick leave is for the rich." He argued that the policy would disproportionately affect individuals with limited financial resources, compelling them to attend work even when ill to avoid a loss of income. "If you don't have a lot of money and can't afford to lose it, you will work whether you're sick or not," he asserted, highlighting potential risks to public health and worker well-being. The commentator further criticized the government's move, suggesting it pushes society towards a system where only the affluent can afford to take time off for illness. This policy change is expected to generate continued discussion as its implementation date approaches.

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Non, il n’y aura pas huit jours de carence en cas d’arrêt maladie dès septembre

Non, aucun texte qui porterait à huit jours le délai de carence lors d’un arrêt maladie n’a été voté. Il est d'une journée dans la fonction publique …