Almost 1,000 arrested as clashes follow another day of mass protests across France
Officials have so far managed to avoid a repeat of last weekend's rioting and looting as hundreds of thousands took part in demonstrations.
BBC News reports that officials have so far managed to avoid a repeat of last weekend's rioting and looting as hundreds of thousands took part in demonstrations.
The story is also being covered by France 24. France 24 adds: Saturday’s demonstrations across France were largely peaceful, easing fears of a repeat of the violence seen last weekend.
This world story centres on France. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include CGT and Here’s Jack Pownall.
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- BBC NewsAlmost 1,000 arrested as clashes follow another day of mass protests across France
- France 24More than 400.000 protest across France
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