Le Parisien Employees Strike Against Potential Sale to Bolloré Group

Employees of the French newspaper Le Parisien have launched a strike in response to rumors of its potential sale to the Bolloré group and to demand 17 permanent job positions. The strike began on September 25, 2025, at 1:30 PM local time and is set to last until September 26 at 11:59 PM. This action was agreed upon by 72.5% of the newspaper's editorial staff during a general assembly, which recorded 258 participants, of whom 187 supported the strike.

The employees are particularly concerned about maintaining independence in their reporting and ensuring staff stability amid the proposed sale. According to union representatives, they are awaiting a meeting with the management of Les Echos-Le Parisien for clarity and to address their demands about staffing guarantees that were previously promised as part of a plan to transition temporary and freelance workers to permanent positions.

The strike represents a significant moment for labor relations within the French media sector, where staff are increasingly vocal about their working conditions and the future of their news outlets amidst changing ownership landscapes. As the employees await further communication from management, the situation remains fluid, with potential implications for the broader journalistic community in France.