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Millions in France affected by new data cyber attack

Up to 43 million accounts compromised, but allegedly no bank details were taken

What is the ‘FranceConnect’ button used for on websites?

The button appears on over 1,000 French websites

What to do if you live near Mediterranean and missed tsunami SMS alert

Phone type, location, and settings may have affected why some people failed to receive the practice texts

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If you are having trouble accessing France’s tax site, here is why

The website is under pressure as people continue to submit mandatory property forms before the end of July

French state neglecting roads - report from government’s own auditor

Damning report shows central government delegated responsibility without proper funding leading to ‘dangerous’ bridges and outdated safety check methods

Digitisation of French public services ‘makes life harder for many’

Millions of people, including foreigners without a high level of French, struggle to access online services. Digital access must remain ‘an extra’ to paper and phone options, a new report says

New online health space: What it changes for residents in France

As the new Mon espace santé website begins its official rollout today, we answer key questions on how you login to your space, and who else will have access

FranceConnect: why you may not have access to it

FranceConnect provides 'one-stop' online access to different government services and other, eg utility company, sites

Government alert over new Carte vitale reimbursement scams in France

Messages about work training offers are also being sent out by fraudsters

How does France’s consumer complaint service SignalConso work?

We explain an online government service that consumers can use to make a complaint against a business in case of fraud, breach of contract, damages or other issues

France plans to put more admin online but is it positive step for all?

Digitisation should complement face-to-face help, not replace it, says leading charity. If not, it says, people who do not fit standard scenarios such as foreign residents will suffer

What is France Rénov’ aid scheme – can I use it to renovate my house?

From January 1, 2022, property renovation benefits will be grouped under the France Rénov’ programme. We explain how it will work

‘France should stop rush to put essential public services online’

212 services deemed ‘essential for daily life in France’ are available online, but some say that data leaks, poor quality websites, and lack of human contact are a concern

Government services

Millions in France affected by new data cyber attack

What is the ‘FranceConnect’ button used for on websites?

What to do if you live near Mediterranean and missed tsunami SMS alert

If you are having trouble accessing France’s tax site, here is why

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