The move announced on Monday seeks to quell student anger after weeks of mass protests over education and living costs.

A new wave of student protests erupted across France on Tuesday over what activists describe as poor school conditions, including overcrowded classrooms and teacher shortages. See the footage from the massive demonstrations.

The French government halted the use of stun grenades after a boy's hand was blown off during ongoing student protests. CBS News' Aidan Stretch reports.

More than a quarter-million people are taking to the streets across the country, demanding more resources for schools they say are underfunded.

France's student protests took a breather on Wednesday after weeks of unrest, but market pressure on the French government intensified ahead of budget talks.

Around 250,000 people protested funding cuts in France that have left public schools with leaks, rats and not enough desks. Aiden Stretch reports on the demonstrations that have turned violent.