Liberal Doctors’ Strike: Paris March Route Revealed for Saturday
Paris, January 10, 2026 – Liberal doctors, who have been on strike since January 5 for a period of ten days, are set to take to the streets of Paris this Saturday, January 10, 2026. A major demonstration is planned to protest against the 2026 Social Security budget, which they deem “insufficient.”
A United Front Against an “Insufficient” Budget
The strike, which began on January 5, is expected to continue until January 15. This rare display of unity sees all generations of practitioners and all liberal medical unions joining forces. Their primary concern is the 2026 Social Security budget, adopted on December 16 by the National Assembly, which limits the growth of health insurance spending to 1.6%, a significant reduction from 3.4% in 2025.
General practitioners, specialists, young doctors, and interns have collectively responded to the call from the main representative unions, including Avenir Spé/Le Bloc, CSMF, MG France, FMF, SML, and UFML. The strike action commenced last Monday, leading up to today’s planned march.
Demonstration Details: Route and Schedule
According to the CSMF union, the movement is expected to be “excessively followed.” The official website of the general practitioners’ union (MG France) has published the details of the march route:
- Gathering Point: Place du Panthéon (5th arrondissement), starting at 12:30 PM.
- Departure: The procession will set off at approximately 2:00 PM.
- Destination: Hôtel des Invalides (7th arrondissement), located near the Ministry of Health.
Motorists and two-wheelers are advised to avoid these areas during the demonstration hours to prevent significant traffic disruptions.
Impact on Medical Services and Public Life
The ten-day strike by liberal doctors is expected to cause considerable slowdowns in medical services across the capital. Patients are advised to anticipate potential difficulties in accessing non-emergency medical consultations during this period.
The demonstration is part of a broader mobilization aimed at drawing attention to the financial pressures faced by liberal medical professionals and advocating for a more substantial budget allocation for healthcare.
Further Information
For those planning to travel in Paris this Saturday, it is recommended to stay updated on real-time traffic and public transport information. Other events and disruptions are also expected in the city, including potential impacts from winter weather conditions.
Source: sortiraparis.com
