In a letter to the unions, Lecornu writes that he wants to discuss various “ways and means of guaranteeing the fundamental right to demonstrate.” He also writes that some have tried to undermine the demonstrations with “unacceptable actions.”
Lecornu said on Tuesday that the authorities would mobilise forces ahead of the planned demonstrations on Saturday.
The Yellow Vests protest movement, which is taking part in the widespread demonstrations in France, wants to build momentum for a "second act" this Saturday, followed by a "third act" the following Saturday.
The authorities’ preparations will be massive, Lecornu said in a speech in parliament, according to AFP.