France: scope of class actions on social matters greatly expanded

A law containing various provisions adapting to European Union legislation, published in France’s official journal on 30 April 2025, transposes the directive of 25 November 2020 on representative actions for the protection of the collective interests of consumers. While class actions had already been introduced in social matters relating to discrimination, they are now possible for “any breach by an employer” under the labour code. They may be brought by approved associations or representative