During a plenary session of the Economic, Social and Environmental Council (ESEC) on Tuesday, Bayrou expressed his support for a measure intended to regulate the establishment of doctors, a proposal that was recently turned down by a parliamentary committee.
“Access to healthcare and medical professionals has turned into an insurmountable challenge. This situation is intolerable,” Bayrou stated. “Similar to the education system, the structure of healthcare in our nation was once a point of pride. However, certain policies, like the numerus clausus, have led to severe consequences for healthcare delivery.”
Bayrou’s comments reflect the increasing public discontent in rural and underserved urban regions, where individuals frequently endure long waits for essential medical appointments.
The prime minister also criticized Parcoursup, France’s contentious university admissions platform, claiming it perpetuates social inequality by benefiting students from families with prior knowledge of the system.
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“I have to say I have numerous concerns regarding Parcoursup,” he remarked. “The early guidance that Parcoursup provides often amounts to social guidance. It is because parents are familiar with the system’s intricacies that their children can make informed decisions.”
He expressed sorrow that France has become a “harsh country” for those who struggle early in life, offering them limited opportunities.
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