A pay cut for ministers in France will be on the agenda when the country's new cabinet meets for the first time today - even though it is a public holiday. Francois Hollande, who was sworn in as president on Tuesday, unveiled who would be filling the government's key posts - including Jean-Marc Ayrault as prime minister.
Mr Ayrault, a former German language teacher, has vowed to work quickly to get the country "back on its feet". That promise includes acting promptly on a campaign pledge made by Mr Hollande - a pay cut of 30% for his ministers.
"What's essential, and that's why the cabinet will meet as soon as Thursday, is to get quickly to work to allow France to get back on its feet in a just way," Mr Ayrault said.
"This is about setting an example... I will also propose a code of conduct. Everyone must sign this commitment on conflicts of interest, holding more than one office and not carrying out any other activities."
Mr Hollande's new government includes mainly moderate Socialists and long-standing allies - but also meets a promise to appoint an equal number of men and women to the cabinet. While most of the senior jobs went to men, half of the 34 posts are now held by women - a first for France.
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