It’s down to some potentially serious security concerns.

People have taken to the streets for days across France in protest over the increase.

The protests have at times been violent, and they don’t seem to be slowing down.

King Charles

A million people gathered to protest around France in recent days, viaPBS NewsHour.

While many are protesting peacefully, there have been clashes between protestors and police.

Police have used tear gas to disperse the crowds in parts of the country.

Paris square being cleared by police tear gas

What it will be like during the king’s visit remains to be seen.

Some feel that the king should cancel his visit considering the ongoing French protests.

“Normally the French would welcome a British king.

Piles of trashbags on the sidewalk near the Arc de Triomphe  in Paris