Author: Lucas Denis

Commuting between home and work, long dismissed as lost time, may now qualify as paid working hours if an employer requires contact during that period. This ruling marks a major shift in how working time is defined. For millions of French employees, the daily commute once seen as a personal buffer to prepare for or unwind from work could now be legally recognized as part of their job, following a recent decision by the Court of Cassation. When the commute becomes an extension of the office The question of whether commuting should be remunerated is not new, but recent case…

Rising concerns over violence in schools have prompted decisive action, with strict new measures set to impact educational institutions this fall. For years, alarming statistics on school violence have raised alarm among parents, educators, and policymakers. Now, the Labor Inspectorate has announced the introduction of mandatory anti-violence protocols in schools, along with their obligatory public posting starting October. This landmark decision represents a turning point in the fight to create safer learning environments. A response to a growing emergency In response to the alarming rise in reported school violence incidents, the new initiative is designed to reinforce the safety and…

Every morning, employees commute to work but what if the time spent traveling from home to the first customer counted as paid work? A recent ruling by the Court of Cassation tackles this important question. Thousands of workers, particularly those with frequent travel, are closely monitoring this significant shift in case law. The Court’s decision reinforces the idea that home-to-work travel time could now be recognized as compensable working hours, marking a notable change in employee rights and employer obligations. Towards a redefinition of working time for the homeless The Court of Cassation has prompted employers to reconsider how they…

Laetitia F., director of a Montessori school in the Île-de-France region, meets every year with families worried about their first child. While each story is unique, the concerns often share striking similarities, sparking her curiosity to explore the issue further. For the past eight years at her Montessori school in Vincennes, Laetitia F. has consistently heard new parents voice the same worries: “My child refuses to attend school,” “It feels like he isn’t learning anything,” or “He’s constantly irritable.” Intrigued by these recurring patterns, she launched a survey involving educators, parents, and child development specialists to uncover why these challenges…

EvEvery morning, employees commute to work but what if the time spent traveling from home to the first client or workplace had to be compensated? A recent ruling by the Court of Cassation sheds light on this critical issue. This decision has caught the attention of thousands of employees, particularly those who travel regularly. The court’s ruling signals a potential shift in labor law, reinforcing the idea that commute time can be counted as paid working hours. New case law increasingly favors traveling employees, making this development both discreet and impactful. Towards a redefinition of working time for the homeless…

Cell phones are once again emerging as significant tools in middle schools. However, this time, rather than being used for discreet texting, they facilitate access to artificial intelligence, which now provides students with answers in a discreet yet impactful manner. A new phrase is gaining widespread acceptance: ChatGPT has supplanted traditional cheat sheets. According to multiple reliable sources, over 50% of students have used this AI assistant on smartphones to cheat since the beginning of the school year. “Honestly, there must be only five students in my class who do not use ChatGPT,” says Luna, a 9th-grade student in Paris.…

Laetitia F., director of a Montessori school in the Île-de-France region, meets families every year who are concerned about their first child. While each story is unique, the issues often share common themes. This recurring pattern inspired a deeper investigation. For the past eight years, Laetitia F., leading a Montessori school in Vincennes, has noticed that new parents frequently raise the same concerns: “My child refuses to go to school,” “He doesn’t seem to be learning anything,” or “He’s constantly frustrated or angry.” Curious about this consistent pattern, I conducted a comprehensive survey involving educators, parents, and child development specialists…

As the new school year approaches, many households are preparing for a rise in daycare fees that could strain monthly budgets. Several regions are already confirming an increase, with costs climbing by several dozen euros per month for parents. While the fee hike may come as a shock, some families could find relief through the upcoming Free Choice of Childcare Supplement (CMG) reform, scheduled for September. This adjustment aims to provide additional financial support to offset the higher costs, helping parents better manage their childcare expenses. The changes vary by department, but one thing is certain: daycare costs are on…

Announced as a landmark measure to regulate driving after the age of 70, the new license test has already sparked widespread debate and concern. According to parliamentary sources, an additional phase is set to take effect in September 2025, introducing stricter rules for senior drivers. Worries have been rising among older motorists. After the rollout of the initial medical examination for drivers over 70, designed to assess fitness to drive, a second measure scheduled for September 2025 will further tighten regulations and reshape mobility for seniors on the road. Why the UK Is Updating Driving Licence Rules in 2025 The…

A first-grade teacher asserts she has discovered a reading method that enables nearly all her students to achieve fluent reading in just six months. Despite its effectiveness, this approach has been excluded from official educational practice. The debate over how reading should be taught has persisted for decades. Amid this ongoing controversy, some educators quietly experiment with alternative methods inside classrooms. Anne*, a veteran first-grade teacher with over twenty years of experience, believes she has reignited her students’ love of reading, challenging national education guidelines in the process. A practice deemed “too radical” “What I use is actually forbidden,” Anne…