Watch: At the scene of student protests in Lille
Thousands of students have gathered in Lille, France, to protest against perceived under-investment in the national high school system. While previous demonstrations in the country have turned violent, this event has remained peaceful so far with a heavy police presence.
Why it matters
The protests highlight ongoing social unrest in France regarding public sector funding and the potential for escalation in student-led movements.
'There are now thousands of people': At the scene of student protests in Lille Close A large crowd with thousands of student protesters has gathered in Lille's Place de la République, in northern France.
Demonstrations are continuing across France on Tuesday against what protesters describe as under-investment in high schools.
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