How much does France spend on education?

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: France 24
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What happened

Protests have been gripping France with students demanding better learning conditions and more equal opportunities.

Key facts

  • Reported by France 24 and published Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:29:58 UTC.

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Coverage timeline

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  1. France explodes again as students riot over education

  2. Tens of thousands demand better education in demonstrations across France

  3. France’s conundrum: How to cut spending amid protests

  4. France erupts overs schools: Why the violence surrounding surprise movement?

  5. Trump, Waltz link France riots to mass immigration as thousands are arrested

  6. Calls to block social media platforms for minors in France amid school protests

  7. How much does France spend on education?

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