French MPs have approved a new law that will criminalise school bullying and provide further training for teachers to prevent harassment.
The proposed legislation will make school bullying a specific criminal offence, which either students or school staff can be held liable for.
Those found guilty could face fines of up to €45,000 and three years in prison if the bullying forces a victim to miss school or work for up to eight days.
But sentences can increase to ten years' imprisonment and a fine of €150,000 if the victim commits suicide or attempts to do so.
