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Row over French carsharing app that lets smokers buy cheap cigarettes in six EU countries
Products such as tobacco and alcohol are less expensive in neighbouring countries
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French pharmacies attract American visitors with their lower prices
Pharmacists say some tourists are buying medication in France - both prescription and over-the-counter - to save money
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French authorities pause EES questions for travellers in UK
Questions, especially at kiosks, were feared to cause confusion; change affects ferries, Eurostar and Eurotunnel
Chainsaw law wants users to get training
New regulations were introduced
Anyone planning to chop down trees or even cut up logs with a chainsaw could need a licence and possible training after new regulations were introduced for forestry and other workers.
The regulation incites companies and workers to learn safety procedures in chainsaw use and get a licence as is already the case in Belgium, Italy and Luxembourg.