Policy. Meanwhile, Borne is participating in CNR Youth

“Whatever the circumstances, I have priority, you young people,” the head of government announced with a smile, Saturday, at the start of a debate devoted to young people on the topic of equality, opportunities.

She was accompanied by a number of ministers, including Pape Ndiaye (Citizenship Education), Olivier Klein (City and Housing), Jean-Christophe Combe (Solidarity), Isabelle Roma (Equality between Women and Men) and Charlotte Coble (Childhood).

Asked about the difficulties of pupil guidance, bullying, prejudices, rural mobility or childhood social assistance, Ms Bourne elicited “very motivating, very inspiring” exchanges and testimonials, and promised to “take the challenge”.

In her speech, she said, “I noticed that trust also means demonstrating that we are taking your suggestions, that we are taking action and that we are following through on them.” Conclusion, citing driver’s license at 17, support for leaving childcare in adulthood, Crous student housing renewal and other methods cited by participants.

“I am convinced that restoring confidence in our democracy is a priority more than ever, beyond the topics we are talking about today,” she added, referring to the criticism. Oppositions and trade unions accuse them of being forced, through resorting to Article 49.3 of the constitution, to adopt the text without a vote to raise the legal retirement age from 62 to 64.

Sunday “at work”

Representatives should examine my motions of censure on Monday afternoon. Ms Bourne’s entourage said on Saturday that she would be “at work” on Sunday, without planning any public event.