On the Agenda: what's happening in France this week
Briefly

As summer approaches in France, several new changes are set to take effect, including a nationwide smoking ban in outdoor spaces accessible to children. Gas prices will experience a slight increase for household users. Additional fee increases for medical appointments will also be rolling out. Notably, employees of the Vinci motorway company have filed strike notices for the summer holiday period, threatening travel disruptions. Meanwhile, public transport in Nice will be free for children under 11, and an extraordinary parliamentary session has been called to address the country's budget deficit.
Starting from July 1st, French motorway workers are set to strike throughout the summer holiday period, raising concerns for travel on the A8.
The government has announced a nationwide smoking ban in outdoor public spaces accessible to children, signifying a major step towards child health protection.
Read at The Local France
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