French and Riviera News Monday 2nd September 2024

National News

Back to school - It’s back to school in France this week with several new measures expected, but still a lot of uncertainty, as announced reforms will depend on the future government which is not yet in place. Three teachers' unions have called for a strike in schools on September 10th to denounce certain new measures planned. Meanwhile, in the search for a new Prime Minister French President Emmanuel Macron is to meet today with former Prime Minister under Francois Hollande, Bernard Cazeneuve. Macron will also hold talks with former President François Hollande and Nicolas Sarkozy.

Local News

7-year-old girl dies from her injuries - The 7-year-old girl hit by a motorcyclist in Vallauris last week has since sadly died from her injuries. Some 200 people from the neighbourhood gathered on Sunday evening at Le Hameau de Vallauris residence to pay tribute. 7-year-old Kamilya was hit by a motorcyclist on Thursday evening, while she was crossing a zebra crossing with her 11-year-old brother not far from her home.  The 19-year-old motorcyclist was reportedly performing an “urban rodeo” at the time which involves carrying out high-speed stunts known as “urban rodeos” in France.  The police custody of the suspect was lifted on Saturday, and he was placed under judicial supervision, the prosecution announced that it would appeal this decision. At the gathering her father wanted to thank all the people who showed their support, but also the medical staff