# French energy unions threaten strikes next week over benefits, pay proposal

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- Reuters, 2026-09-08 15:15 UTC
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- Original: https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/french-energy-unions-threaten-strikes-next-week-over-proposal-curb-benefits-pay-2026-09-08/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6aa0267e51db2900015ebe58

> French energy-sector unions are preparing to strike next Tuesday, three union members told Reuters, opposing a July recommendation by France’s Court of Auditors to restrain wage growth and reduce benefits including access to cheaper gas and electricity.