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Readers highlight issues with UK pension life certificates sent to France
Postal problems cited as one contributing factor; some readers offer solutions
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France’s inflation rises slightly but remains one of the lowest in EU
The rate is the second lowest within the eurozone. See our chart for all EU countries
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French gas prices: should you switch to a fixed deal before May rise?
Bills may increase by €200 per year due to increase in global gas prices
‘Cash-back’ authorised in France
Shops can now legally offer ‘ le cash-back ’ after an EU directive on this was put into French law, however a decree is awaited in the autumn clarifying ceilings.
Well-known in the UK and Germany, it allows people to use their bank card to pay more for goods in shops than the required amount and receive the difference in cash.
