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Fires and blockades as students stage school protests across France

Fires and blockades as students stage school protests across France

Summary

More than 400 people, mostly students, were arrested in France during protests at schools. The students are protesting issues like crowded classrooms and not enough teachers, while public workers also protested budget cuts the same day.

Key Facts

  • Around 440 people were arrested in student protests across France.
  • Most of those arrested were children or students.
  • 48 police officers were injured during the protests.
  • About 400 schools were affected by the protests or disruptions.
  • The protests started last week in the Paris-area Île-de-France region.
  • Students are unhappy about crowded classrooms and teacher shortages.
  • Public sector workers, like teachers and firefighters, also protested budget cuts that day.
  • The protests involved fires and blockades at schools.
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