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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
Surprised at local tax bill
This year, although I pay my local taxes throughout the year by direct debit, I have received an additional hefty bill for the taxe d’habitation. This would appear to be for part of the house which was formally a gîte.
I would like to know if other readers have had the same and if anyone has a contact (surveyor or similar) with whom I could discuss the problem.
Gilly Moorfield, Sauveterre-la-Lémance