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2024 official residency card statistics released: how many Americans and Britons are moving to France?

The number of new residency cards issued has increased overall

3G, 4G, 5G: Is France set to end unlimited internet usage contracts?

The major environmental impact of using data compared to WiFi has sparked debate

New carsharing lane to come into service on Paris ring road

Motorway lanes around Paris will also be limited to vehicles carrying at least one passenger

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Natural disaster recognition in process for flooding in west France – what does it change for impacted homeowners?

Interior minister begins accelerated process for zone declaration

Calm but colder: French weekly weather outlook February 3 - 7

Temperatures will drop progressively over the next week or so

Latest property energy efficiency rules as parliament rejects bill

Landlords now have to follow the climate law rules without exception

New French contrôle technique test: 1 in 5 motorcyclists failed to attend

Licence-free cars also now need roadworthiness checks. Stricter rules are set to come in

Bin collections in western France changed amid cross-border dumping row

Changes in Dordogne led to inhabitants dumping rubbish in easier-to-access bins in nearby Charente

Tell your French life stories in support of new MPs for British abroad

Unlike France, the UK has no MPs directly representing citizens abroad

Drivers face tougher penalties for road infractions in south of France

The new rules on licence suspensions come after ‘another bad year’ for accidents

Two days left for unclaimed €1 million lottery winner in south-east France

The EuroMillions winner has until Friday night to make contact

France's ‘garden shed tax’ sees 2025 rise, find new rates below

Completed property extensions and new constructions have to be declared to your mairie within 90 days

People in Brittany told to stay home and limit driving as more rain worsens flooding

Hovercrafts used to evacuate residents and three departments remain on red alert

French app fighting speeding fines sees success

Flash Radar app boasts a 98% success rate in challenging speeding fines, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional legal services

Photos: Dangerous weather alert issued as severe flooding hits Brittany

Winds of 120km/h forecast as depression Herminia strikes the Atlantic shore. British sailor missing in the Atlantic

A million people in France received tax refunds after issues with new property declaration

The problem caused a €1.3 billion overpayment in property taxes with for the tax year 2023

Road check operation in south-west France: what are rules if stopped?

Drug usage in Dordogne has increased leading to more checks

Cigarette prices to rise this February in France

Further increases may follow if tobacco tax rises are included in upcoming budget

Storms on way for north of France, gales of up to 100km forecast

Weather will push through UK and Ireland before the weekend

French property bounce back: where is leading the way?

Improved purchasing power and higher prices in urban areas are driving the trend, estate agents report

24 recent updates for life in France you may have missed

Changes to household bills, new social media tax checks, altered travel rules and more

Renewing a Brexit WA residency card early in France

Many five-year cards are due for renewal in 2025, with holders eligible for ten year cards

Rain returns as cold snap ends: French weekly weather outlook January 20 - 24

Storms are forecast for the end of week in the west

Drivers of SUVs to face higher parking fees in Bordeaux

The decision to penalise larger vehicles follows a similar but stronger measure in Paris

Very cold spell ending: French weekend weather outlook January 18 - 19

Morning temperatures will still remain below freezing across most of France

French doctors challenge new prescription decree

Concerns are voiced over patient confidentiality and increased workload due to government mandate

Confirmed: Electricity bills to drop by 15% from February for most French households

Savings of up to €650 a year are expected for a family of four

Interest on popular ‘Livret A’ French savings accounts to drop to 2.4%

The regulated and tax-free account has not seen such a large fall in rates since 2009

Minister issues warning as flu cases set to peak in France

Face masks are recommended for those with symptoms and vulnerable groups are advised to get vaccinated

Could France follow Spain’s plan for 100% tax on non-EU buyers of second homes?

Spanish prime minister says country must act to combat rising housing shortage

Two skiers die in avalanche in French Alps

The men, both in their 30s, were buried for up to 50 minutes in snow

Temperatures to drop as low as -10C: French weather outlook January 13 - 17

Several departments have enacted cold weather plans

How to deal with snails in your French garden - and can you eat them?

Some harvest the unprompted visitors for food but this can be dangerous - and potentially illegal

Significant bank fee rise in France in 2025: how to compare and tips to save

Account fees, ATM withdrawal charges, and bank card costs have all increased. How does your bank rate?

Dry but colder: French weekend weather outlook January 11 - 12

Temperatures will struggle to rise above freezing in some areas on Sunday

Many small businesses in France to be hit with costs of electronic billing

Government scraps free platform for mandatory electronic billing, forcing firms to incur additional costs

Two dead as snow wreaks havoc in northern France

River flooding warnings are also in place in Normandy, Brittany and Pays de la Loire

EasyJet confirms closure of Toulouse base from April: UK flight maintained

The company will more than halve the number of destinations it serves from the airport

New UK travel permit rules: how are travellers from France affected?

We answer key questions on the Electronic Travel Authorisation and look at when similar rules for Britons may be coming in with regards to travel to the EU

Batteries used in solar panels in France recalled due to fire hazard

Companies nationwide used the batteries in domestic installations

Vegetable base for new fake leather invented by French scientist

No plastics used in innovative new product, called Phyli

Snow alerts for north of France: drivers warned over icy roads

Up to 10cm of snow is set to fall in some areas

French far-right leader Jean-Marie Le Pen dies aged 96

The controversial figure founded the far-right Front National in 1972 and reached the second round of France’s 2002 presidential election

AI used to tackle dermatologist shortage in France

SkinMed allows photos to be analysed by artificial intelligence and health professionals

First case of new Mpox variant recorded in France

Vaccines are available to some groups against the disease

Storms batter France: motorway closed, trains disrupted, gale warnings

Some areas will see over 100 mm of rain and snow is forecast across the north

France sees temperatures as low as -33C

A level 2 snow and ice plan was activated in the Paris region reducing the speed limits for drivers. Alerts continue for gales in many departments

2025 MAP: France’s new clean air driving zones and their rules

All areas with a population of 150,000 or more now have rules in place restricting certain vehicles from entering, and require all vehicles to have 'Crit'Air' stickers on their windscreen

10C temperature rise, rain: French weekend weather outlook January 4 - 5

Overnight snow may affect some on Saturday but will quickly clear and melt

Cost of living in France: five things that have changed

Pension payments, interest rates, and funeral costs have all seen significant changes

Key points of President Macron’s New Year message

President spoke about the political instability and hinted at launching referendums. He also said a European ‘wake-up call’ was needed

What are the dates of France’s January 2025 sales?

The sales period is highly regulated although some departments will hold them earlier to compete with shops in neighbouring countries

New rules aim to ease lack of dentists in many rural parts of France

Practices opening in areas with an existing high number of dentists will not receive state reimbursement

15 changes in France from January 1, 2025

Pensions, gardens, boilers, registering cars and postal costs are just some of the areas which change

More unmarked radar cars to catch speeders in France: where and how they work

The cars operate within strict parameters

New Year brings storms and snow: French weather outlook December 30 - January 3

Gales of 130 km/h are expected on New Year’s Day with bouts of snow following

Good news on electricity prices for millions in France

Consumers are set to benefit from falling costs despite an end to the price protection shield. Bills look significantly lower in comparison with current prices in UK

TGV’s urgent stop system prevents catastrophe in France after driver jumps from cab

The 400 passengers aboard may have lost their lives if it was not for the security measures in place

VAT, small firms, workers, education: Changes in France in 2025

We take a look at the new VAT thresholds, social charges, and profit-sharing mandates for businesses, plus school reforms and changes to higher education

Familiar faces return in France’s new government: who is who

Former French prime minister Manuel Valls has returned to hold a ministerial post

UK ambassador’s New Year message to Britons in France

Dame Menna Rawlings reflects on 2024 and looks forward to the upcoming year

Films and series to watch to improve your French in the New Year

Improving your French can be as easy as settling down in front of the small screen

Money, inheritance, tax, pensions: What's new in France in 2025

European Commission set to decide on French law affecting the wills of resident non-EU nationals including, for example, those from the UK and US, potentially altering inheritance plans