Massive nationwide protests are underway across Europe as teachers and students rally against deteriorating school conditions, with France mobilizing a heavy police presence to manage demonstrations. Supporters, including parents and community workers, have joined the marches to back educators’ calls for improved resources and working environments. Similar strikes are set to unfold in several other European countries, signaling broad dissatisfaction with education systems. The movement reflects growing frustration over classroom shortages, funding cuts, and the broader challenges facing public education.
France has deployed 70,000 officers around the country, while protests are also expected in Spain, Austria, Portugal, Albania and IrelandJesse, 40, a charity worker from the north of Paris, had turned out for the street march.She said: “I’m so angry. I’m here to support schoolchildren’s demands for better conditions. I’m so proud of them and we have to stand together.” Continue reading...
