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Roadworthiness checks for motorbikes remain obligatory, rules French court
The ruling comes despite fierce opposition to the contrôle technique from many riding
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Second-hand cars: Understand new French tax that looms
The new ‘malus écologique’ will be calculated based on CO2 emissions, weight, and kilometrage
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Small lakeside French hamlet to be sold at auction - starting price €450,000
The tourist site has a collection of 13 gîtes and a swimming pool
Chainsaw law wants users to get training
New regulations were introduced
Anyone planning to chop down trees or even cut up logs with a chainsaw could need a licence and possible training after new regulations were introduced for forestry and other workers.
The regulation incites companies and workers to learn safety procedures in chainsaw use and get a licence as is already the case in Belgium, Italy and Luxembourg.