Mass school protests begin in France after days of clashes

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Students who have been demanding more investment in education are being joined by parents and some big unions.

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  • Reported by BBC News and published Tue, 06 Oct 2026 08:39:09 UTC.

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  1. Live: Thousands of students march across France, with clashes reported in Lyon and Strasbourg

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