Live from Paris on Saturday, November 7, as trade unions and students gather at Place de la République for the authorised 'Act IV' protest against rising living costs and low wages.

The latest mobilisation follows weeks of unrest across France, fuelled by anger over the cost of living, public spending cuts and deteriorating public services.

What began as student protests in September has grown into a nationwide movement, drawing in workers, trade unions and Yellow Vest supporters.

Saturday's rally follows a nationwide strike on November 5, when hundreds of thousands marched across France to demand higher wages and greater investment in public services.

Previous demonstrations have seen clashes with police and damage to businesses, prompting heightened security and restrictions on some protest gatherings.