French President Emmanuel Macron refuses to give way as pension protests escalate – BBC News

French President Emmanuel Macron has said he's prepared to be unpopular as a result of his controversial reforms on pensions which increase the retirement age.

In an interview, he said he puts the national interest over short-term poll ratings.

Protests and strikes are continuing over the reforms - and there are concerns the demonstrations may have an impact on the state visit to France this weekend by King Charles.