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France announces education reforms, but students to continue protests

The French government has announced a series of educational reforms after meeting with lycée students leaders, including a reform of the Parcoursup university places system and the recruitment of extra teachers, but students have been urged to continue their protests....

The Local FranceOct 27, 2026

safety

France: crowds fill Marseille's Old Port in anti-racism protest

Hundreds of people gathered at Marseille's Vieux-Port on Monday evening to protest against racism following a deadly shooting near Paris. Police estimated the crowd at 800, while organisers put attendance at more than 1,000....

EuronewsOct 26, 2026

business

Social unrest further darkens France's economic outlook

Against a backdrop of rising energy prices, declining purchasing power and increasing bond yields, the proposed 2027 budget relies on a growth forecast of 1%, now more fragile than ever....

Le Monde in EnglishOct 26, 2026

safety

France protests: Macron rules out state of emergency – for now

The French government sought to draw a line Monday under weeks of protests that have been marred by violence, with President Emmanuel Macron heading to Marseille. France has been rocked by widespread anger over the rising cost of living, with nationwide demonstrations on October ...

France 24 (EN) — FranceOct 26, 2026

safety

Protests in France: What to expect on October 31st

Saturday, October 31st, will be another day of protests in France, with the Interior Minister warning of a high risk of violence - across France, 70,000 police will be deployed. Here's what to expect....

The Local FranceOct 26, 2026

schools

Macron promises 'concrete measures' in response to French students' demands

French President Emmanuel Macron said the government would announce “concrete measures" on Monday (October 26) to address school students’ demands after weeks of unrest. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu was scheduled to meet with students later Monday. FRANCE 24's Luke Shrago rep...

France 24 (EN) — FranceOct 26, 2026

Local

Paris extends summer café terraces for another month

For those who enjoy sitting outside and making the most of the autumn weather before winter sets in, there is some good news - Paris’s temporary summer terraces will remain open for another month....

The Local FranceOct 26, 2026

News

Ask the expert: How does France's wealth tax affect new arrivals?

France's wealth tax eventually applies to property assets in France and abroad - but there is a grace period for new arrivals. We asked tax lawyer Cassandre Nogues to explain how this applies to people moving to France....

The Local FranceOct 26, 2026

schools

French students vow to continue protests despite concessions from Macron govt

French student leaders on Monday called for more protests despite President Emmanuel Macron's pledge of "concrete and strong" measures to address their demands after weeks of nationwide unrest. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu met with high school representatives alongside educat...

France 24 (EN) — FranceOct 26, 2026

schools

French PM meets student representatives after weeks of protests

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu is set to meet with high school students on Monday afternoon (October 26) to ease tensions in the country after nearly a month of protests. This follows another meeting in which French president Emmanuel Macron promised a concrete response ...

France 24 (EN) — FranceOct 26, 2026