High school students to turn out for new protests across France
Teachers’ unions also called for a strike, while the French prime minister promised to address students’ concerns by the end of October.
On Thursday, October 8, high school students in France are set to participate in new protests amid ongoing tensions. Despite government efforts to resolve the crisis, students have been protesting since late September, citing issues such as missing teachers, overcrowded schedules, and inadequate facilities. Student union leaders are encouraging fresh mobilization outside high schools across France, especially in Paris.
The Prime Minister, Sebastien Lecornu, acknowledged the students' concerns in a televised address, promising a plan to address the issue by the end of October. However, students remain skeptical, insisting on real action. President of student association Fage, Suzanne Nijdam, called for continued protests and larger demonstrations next week after a meeting with the higher education minister, Philippe Baptiste.
The unrest has resulted in hundreds of injured students, police, and teaching staff, and over 6,500 arrests.
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