Some employees who have had their hours slashed in an attempt to avoid layoffs have received a tempting new offer from their companies: the option of working for another firm while waiting for business to get better. Read more

A growing number of unemployed people are thinking of starting their own businesses. Some 25% of those out of work have this in mind – compared with 12.5% of French people generally. But starting your own business can be complicated - from finding finance, to the complicated red-tape involved, to running your own accounts. Read more.

Are golden parachutes justified? Should they be banned? Or at least restricted by a law? Should the state get a say in the debate? Contrary to what you might think, our jobless Observers aren’t necessarily so quick to condemn bosses. Read more…