Macron says government to announce measures after weeks of student unrest in France
France will introduce “concrete measures” to address high school students’ demands for better resources and learning conditions after weeks of protests, school blockades and demonstrations, President Emmanuel Macron said. “I have asked the government to address the legitimate demands at the root of this protest movement.” Macron said during a visit to the southern port city of Marseille on Monday. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu and other officials were scheduled to meet with students.
The protests, which began in mid-September, have led to mass arrests and scrutiny of police tactics. Students are demanding changes to the Parcoursup university admissions platform, more substitute teachers, school renovations and smaller classes.
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