France to shutter up to 500 schools as more student protests called
- French education minister cites safety concerns for closures as resumption of protests are called for by organisers.
- France plans to fully or partially close up to 500 schools on Monday amid a series of student protests that have become increasingly violent.
- Education Minister Edouard Geffray announced the precautionary measures on Sunday as part of a bid for a “partial, progressive return to lessons”.
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- French education minister cites safety concerns for closures as resumption of protests are called for by organisers.
- France plans to fully or partially close up to 500 schools on Monday amid a series of student protests that have become increasingly violent.
- Education Minister Edouard Geffray announced the precautionary measures on Sunday as part of a bid for a “partial, progressive return to lessons”.
Sources: Al Jazeera