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If your family situation has changed recently, such as a new baby or marriage, you should tell your tax office so it can apply the correct rate under the at-source system which begins in January.

I have just sold my French business to a UK company who wish to retain me to work for them at gastronomic fairs and farmers’ markets. As I am living in France, and would like to continue working casually as a retraitée active, what is the law governing me working in this capacity? S.O.

I have holidayed in France for years and want to settle down there once I finally end the ‘day job’. How easily can I transfer my UK pension and savings to a French bank account? T.M.

How will taxation at source work for those of us receiving pensions from the UK?

There must be many retired people in France who have government occupational pensions (teachers, police etc). Currently these have to be taxed in the UK and not in France. In the event that S1 healthcare cover is withdrawn for UK pensioners in France after Brexit would the UK government allow these pensions to be taxed in France so we would automatically become part of the healthcare system?  A.M.

So much has happened with pensions over recent years, it is easy to get confused. With more options than ever for how you can access your funds, it can be difficult to establish the best approach.

Here we outline seven pension issues that could affect expatriates in France, and explore what you can do to take advantage of today’s opportunities.

Prime Minister reveals nearly 15,000 public jobs will go in next two years, while pensions, family allowance and housing benefits will fall behind inflation

Fears have been raised today over dangers to British expatriates’ private pensions after Brexit – however there are simple steps people can take now to minimise the risk.

If you are new to living in France or in the process of organising your move here, you probably have a list of jobs to get through. This needs to include reviewing your tax, financial and estate planning. Do not let this stagnate far down the list. It is important to adjust your wealth management for your new life here and spending a little time on it now should reap dividends and give you peace of mind.

If you have been living here for a while, then think about the last time that you reviewed your financial planning? Are you sure it is up-to-date and specifically designed for your life in France?