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Temperatures to rise 10C or more: French weekend weather outlook November 23 - 24
Rainfall is expected in the north and Mediterranean
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New bill proposes to outlaw use of small water bottles from 2027
A suggested law aims to eliminate mini plastic bottles to address ecological concerns and reduce plastic waste
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French prefecture rejects Briton's long-stay EU residency card request
European guidelines show the applicant should have received the permit. We look at the rules surrounding the carte de résident de longue-durée - EU card
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.