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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
Expats save NHS money
I note in various media the constant, slightly resentful, airing of ‘costs to the NHS of Britons’ healthcare in France’ – given as €80 million by Thomas Fatome in December’s Connexion.
However, whenever this matter is discussed it seems to be forgotten that if these people were still resident in the UK, they would be treated there at a comparable cost (if not more, as most French charges are heavily regulated).
Furthermore, most people here have top-up health insurance whereby up to one third of some treatment costs are paid by the insurer – not the state – or this one third is borne by the individual.
Add these two facts together and these expats represent a positive saving for the NHS.
Sue WALTERS, by email