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‘It is my right to work beyond retirement age - but France says no’
Age discrimination in the workplace is real but hidden, says (soon to be forcibly retired) English teacher Nick Inman
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‘Ponds in rural France are beautifully maintained but no longer used’
Columnist Peter Wyeth laments that these large, impressive sites, once the fresh-aired setting for family picnics, barbecues and fun, now fail to attract people
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‘New French speeding rule encourages aggressive drivers’
The change has enabled reckless motorists to drive even more wildly without fear of losing points, argues columnist Samantha David
Donating your body to study
Re: The article Can I donate my body to science after I die? (Feb)
You donate your body for the education of medical students, something I have contracted to do. The article is not wholly correct as there can be a fee.
You can only donate your body to a university within your region (visit the site bit.ly/2kZSuaW).
Poitiers demand you take out insurance. You will need a health certificate provided to the university from your médecin traitant.
I have done this and met the Professor of Anatomy at Poitiers who said they only get around 20 bodies a year for 200 students. Your body is useless after death but invaluable to others.
The ambulance service must deliver your body within 48 hours but they have a key so can deposit it at any time.
Cremation is included in the fee. Every year student doctors pay homage at the cemetery where the ashes are placed.
Colin J Chatfield, Chazelles, Charente
