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Drinking tap water restricted for children in south-west France communes
Haute Garonne prefecture says the measure is precautionary and due to high chlorate levels
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‘Trustworthy’ media label idea from Macron causes political storm in France
Comments prompted fierce political backlash from right but government insists it was taken out of context
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French prime minister faces fresh problems to pass a 2026 budget
MPs continue to argue over budget but alternative measures could possibly see government toppled
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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