France will close all schools and universities across the country in response to the coronavirus pandemic. President Emmanuel Macron announced the new measures in a live television interview from the Elysée Palace in Paris earlier this evening. President Emmanuel Macron announced the new measures in a live television interview from the Elysée Palace in Paris earlier this eveningHe said: 'Despite our efforts, the virus is accelerating. 'For our collective interest, from Monday and until further notice, nurseries, schools, colleges, high schools and universities will be closed. 'We will take all necessary measures to ensure the economy will continue.

Source: Daily Mail March 12, 2020 19:48 UTC