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We missed Paris flight due to EES despite arriving early to airport
Incidents raise questions about passenger rights in such situations
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Europe at risk of jet fuel shortage as airlines mull further price rises
Jet fuel is major cost element for all airlines, and there may be as little as six weeks supply left
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French OAP homes cost more than pensions
Pensioners in France need to dip into their nesteggs to pay for retirement homes (Ehpads) – a study showed average costs are 36% higher than pensions.
Caisse Nationale de Solidarité pour l’Autonomie said Ehpad fees averaged €1,977 against a pension of €1,461, although some state benefits help with much of the cost.
Ehpad tariffs vary across the country.
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