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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
Music notes
I had to deal with Sacem (France’s public performance royalties collector, February edition) when I had a business.
I completed one of their very long forms and it asked for the numbers of people within earshot at any one time.
I submitted numbers of about 40 people constantly seven days a week and the bill was under €300 per year. So, if it is on a sliding scale I imagine the fee for two people in a gîte would hardly be worth collecting. I notice from the wording of the article that guests appear to have to pay to listen to their own music.
Dave Saunders, Finistère