Baguettes take centre stage on France's Labour Day
Bakeries across France sold baguettes and croissants on May 1 with government backing, despite unions saying the day should remain a compulsory rest day.
French bakeries sold crusty baguettes and flaky croissants on May 1 with government backing. Labour unions had argued that May 1 should remain a compulsory day of rest, but bakeries remained open.