Retreat in France: another bad news announced

Since 1 April 2025, a new measure has been introduced to disrupt older unemployed people in France. The age required to benefit from the maintenance of their unemployment rights, until their retirement at full rate, has been raised. This change, which is the result of the pension reform and the unemployment insurance agreement signed in November 2024, directly affects job seekers close to retirement. Prior to 1 April 2025, job seekers aged 62 co…

Senior job seekers represent a real challenge for the French economy, particularly because of the challenges associated with age. In France, for example, people aged 50 and over often find it difficult to return to work before retirement age. A problem that is partly due to prejudices about their ability to adapt to a changing world. Despite their experience and know-how, seniors regularly face barriers to re-enter the labour market. This is why…