法国激辩“五一节”面包房是否营业，舆论呈两极分化态势

Group 1 - The debate over whether bakeries and flower shops in France can operate on Labor Day (May 1) has sparked intense discussions among politicians, industry representatives, and the public [1] - A proposal was submitted by two centrist senators to allow bakeries and flower shops to operate freely on Labor Day, which is currently a mandatory holiday under French labor law [1] - The current law prohibits most industries from employing staff on May 1, even if employees volunteer and are willing to work for double pay, with exceptions for essential services [1] Group 2 - The French bakery industry has reacted strongly against recent fines imposed on bakeries for employing staff on Labor Day, leading to calls for legal reform from industry leaders [1] - The French General Confederation of Labor (CGT) remains firmly opposed to any changes to the holiday, emphasizing the historical significance of May 1 as a day of rest for workers [2] - There are concerns that amending the law could lead to demands from other industries to operate on holidays, potentially undermining the traditional rest day [2]