Shortages at 1,000 fuel stations – but end is in sight

Last night unionists demanding better working conditions for drivers were received at the Transport Ministry and they say “significant advances” were made.

The CGT Transports union, which called the strike, says the talks may open the way to lifting it before the bank holiday weekend.

The Ile-de-France is still the area most affected by the strike, with some drivers reporting driving round five or six service stations before finding one with petrol to buy – but then facing long queues to fill up.

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