King Charles’ visit to France postponed

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SUBSCRIBE SUBSCRIBE: £1 FOR 3 MONTHS March, 2023 View in browser King Charles' visit to France postponed as protests continue   Roisin O'Connor King Charles and the Queen Consort Camilla's state visit to France has been postponed amid clashes between police and protesters take place around the country. The monarch's trip next week was to be his first abroad after becoming king. The news comes after the historic Bordeaux City Hall in France was set on fire on the day of the biggest protest yet against president Emmanuel Macron's controversial attempts to push through reforms to raise the pension age. Read the full story OTHER STORIES YOU MIGHT LIKE > Bordeaux city hall set on fire as one million join anti-Macron protests across France > Who is attending King Charles' coronation? > Prince William delights royal fans after being spotted dining out at 'queer-friendly' restaurant in Poland Enjoying this newsletter? Unlock unlimited, ad-free reading on the website and in The Independent app when you subscribe – plus, benefit from our welcome offer when you join today. We noticed that you might not be registered By registering, you will enjoy limited access to Independent Premium articles, commenting, and virtual events with our leading journalists REGISTER FOR FREE OTHER NEWSLETTERS YOU MIGHT LIKE Climate News Every Friday, 12pm (UK time) Written by Louise Boyle Join now The View from Westminster  Every weekday, 6pm (UK time) Written by John Rentoul Join now If you can spare a minute we'd love your feedback on our newsletters. Join the conversation or follow us Download the free Independent app Please do not reply directly to this email You are currently registered to receive The Independent's Breaking News newsletter. Add us to your safe list of senders.   If you do not want to receive The Independent's Breaking News newsletter, please unsubscribe.   If you no longer wish to receive any newsletters or promotional emails from The Independent, you can unsubscribe here.   This e-mail was sent by Independent Digital News and Media Ltd, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH. Registered in England and Wales with company number 07320345. Read our privacy notice and cookie policy.