Article 49 of the French constitution details the relationships of power between the Prime Minister and Parliament. Clause 3 of this article (49.3) gives the government the power to pass a measure without a vote from parliament. The article allows the government to compel the majority if reluctant to adopt a text, and also to accelerate the legislative process, and in particular to end any obstruction from the opposition. The article has been used fewer than 90 times since its inception in 1958. In 2016 the government used the article to pass a labor reform bill which made it easier for employers to prolong the 35-hour working week, cheaper to lay off staff, and easier to overpower unions.
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See how importance of “Article 49.3” has changed over time for 41.1k France voters.
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Unique answers from France users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
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No, but amend it to be used under extreme circumstances
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Depends on how much the president uses the article.
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Yes, it's anti-democratic. The only time an executive should have legislative powers is in emergencies.
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It shall be done as long as it is not unconstitutional.
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