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Could France soon become cashless?
Cash use is declining except in certain specific situations
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What are the proposed changes to child allowance rules in France?
Over two million families could see a change to their allocations familiales if measure is approved
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Brittany island’s only ATM shuts, limiting cash access for residents
Thousands of cashpoints have closed in recent years across France
Insurance cover is key for new Nickel card
Insurance is one of the key attractions of the new Nickel Chrome premium bank card just launched by Compte Nickel, the ‘simple account’ that is opened and run through tabac tobacconists
Aimed at people who travel regularly and want a low-cost card, it gives travel, winter sports, death, online shopping and personal effects cover as well as free payment for services. It costs €30 a year on top of the €20 Compte Nickel charge.
