Macron reveals new Yellow Vests measures

AFP

French President Emmanuel Macron has revealed his plans to appease Yellow Vest supporters in a nationwide TV address. 

He announced tax cuts worth an estimated €5 billion as well as a plan to give local mayors more powers. 

But as correspondent Oliver Whitfield-Miocic explains it's unlikely Macron's measures will be enough to stop the violent demonstrations.

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