French trade unions launched a new set of strikes in the country as frustration grows against Lecornu and his decision to keep quiet on his new budget.

Unions aim to keep up pressure on new PM, who has still not formed a government, over budget and super-rich tax

Tens of thousands turn out, but numbers are fewer so far than the last protest that drew half a million to the streets.

French trade unions launched a new set of strikes in the country as frustration grows against Lecornu and his decision to keep quiet on his new budget.