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More identity checks and less police trust outlined in report: when can you be stopped in France?

Hundreds of thousands of checks are carried out each day

Why your garden in France may look unusually ‘yellow’

Crops in northern France have been harvested early due to warmer temperatures

19 recent and upcoming changes you may have missed in France

Includes radar cars and refunds on bottles, sick-leave rules and free underseat luggage

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Air traffic control strike looms in France just ahead of summer holidays

Cancellations and delays are likely

Popular UK–France ferry link to resume after 14-year gap

Brittany Ferries’ daily Poole to Cherbourg link is starting again this winter

Dates and rules for the 2025 summer sales in France

Shops can sell products at a loss… but must follow certain other guidelines

French weather forecast June 23 - 27: Storms and 40C heat before cool down

Major weather swings are expected this week

New London - Brest easyJet route to begin this week

It is the second route between the two cities

Sticker to appear on (almost) all new phones and tablets in France - this is what it means

The ‘eco’ energy label should help customers make informed purchases

Heatwave brings more water restrictions: latest rules and advice across France

Some areas are already limiting water use

Storms set to hit France on Sunday but night heat to continue

The continuing heatwave pushes temperatures about 35C for most of the country

Heatwave in France heightens pollen allergy risk - and brings forest fires

Current heatwave is intensifying both pollen-related allergies and the risk of forest fires

British woman murdered in Dordogne: French authorities have ‘no knowledge’ of a second attack

UK media reports suggest another woman was recently attacked in Tremolat

Is EU planning to raise the expected €7 Etias travel authorisation fee?

Reports say rise from original planned fee is being considered – we have checked with the EU authorities

France’s Fête de la Musique brings music to streets nationwide this Saturday

Up to five million people are expected to take part in this first weekend edition in years

Heatwave begins in south-west France: what temperatures to expect

Temperatures could reach 38C in the shade in some areas

Quirky rules of the French ultra running race that hardly anyone can finish

As if the 300km distance was not enough, participants are also required to bring a bottle of alcohol from their place of origin

EasyJet to run winter Manchester-Strasbourg route

It becomes second UK destination from eastern city

French carte Vitale must now be presented at pharmacy to receive certain medicines

Pharmacists should ‘systematically’ ask patients for their health card when dispensing prescriptions

What happens to France’s nuclear waste and where is new waste 'mega site' planned?

The majority of France’s radioactive waste poses little threat

France braces for heatwave: 38C expected in Paris and 37C in south-west

Alerts raised with series of ‘tropical nights’ at 20C or above expected

Graphs: Lastest forecasts on inflation and spending power from Banque de France

Ongoing trade dispute with the United States and persistently uncertain global outlook start to take effect

Fees for some medical appointments are rising in France from July 1, 2025

It follows first set of rises in December last year

Fatal car crash in France linked to faulty Takata airbag: how to check models affected

The incident involved a Citroën C3 car from 2014

Local chikungunya case in Occitanie prompts control measures

It is the second domestic case recorded in mainland France in as many weeks

French land agency reduces €1m field sale to €15,000

Intervention of rural land management agency causes massive price reduction in Brittany

French mobile network operator SFR hit by major outage

Texts, calls, and internet unavailable for many users

French health minister wants to ban screens for children under 3… but how?

Also communication campaigns will promote greater awareness amongst parents and caregivers on dangers of screen time

French 2025 'Bac' exams begin and why philosophy is always first

Philosophy is an obligatory subject in France. See this year’s questions for the exam

Hot weather to return: French weekly weather forecast June 16 - 20

Highs of 36C are expected in the south-west and over 30C in Brittany by the end of the week

Major trial underway for data leak that left 72,000 victims in France

Leak at French work agency Adecco resulted in one of the biggest data-related frauds ever uncovered in France

Temporary driving restrictions imposed in parts of France due to air pollution

High ozone levels and fine particle concentrations caused by heat, dust, and transatlantic wildfire smoke blamed

Two die and widespread damage as storms batter France this weekend

Property damage reported in several departments. Tornado hits central France

Rural bar proposal gains support of French MPs

The legislation to simplify licensing rules could help villages

First LGBT retirement home to open in France

Residents are set to move into the Maison de la Diversité (House of Diversity) in Lyon this autumn

Photo: Connexion reader spots rare blue frog in her garden in France

This condition is estimated to impact one in 10,000 frogs

First domestic case of chikungunya recorded in mainland France in 2025: Prevention tips

Hundreds of cases have been imported in recent months after an outbreak in Réunion. The disease is spread by tiger mosquitoes that are now prevalent in France

Small business owners should watch out for incorrect payment demands from La Poste

The mistake stemmed from a ‘technical error’ during the roll-out of a new debt-collection system

Americans protest in Paris and Nice to oppose Trump ‘authoritarianism’ on Saturday

Calls to gather at Place de la Bastille and on the Promenade des Anglais

Refuse collectors in west France strike to wear shorts during summer

Internal cabin temperatures reached over 50C during spell of hot weather this week says union

American dies after falling during climb near Mont Blanc

Dangerous passage has seen over 100 deaths since 1990

Warning after high number of drowning incidents in France last summer

Santé publique France hopes to reduce the number of cases this year

Glass bottle return scheme offering refunds launches in French supermarkets

Trial will run for 18 months in north and west France with customers seeing 10c or 20c deposit returned for bringing back empty glass items

Weekend of storms: French weather forecast June 14 - 15

Temperatures set to drop by up to 10C in south-west from Friday to Sunday

What is date of Father’s Day 2025 in France and how is it celebrated?

The holiday originates from some clever marketing by a Breton lighter company

French senators debate new ‘Zucman tax’ on ultra-rich: who would this affect?

Tax could reportedly bring in up to €20 billion per year in additional revenue

This weekend’s European archaeology festival sees hundreds of events in France

Dig sites usually closed to the public will be opened up, many with tours and workshops

EasyJet announces new Nice-Newcastle route for next year

Airline is opening major base at northern UK airport with 11 new flights

Famous Le Mans 24 hour is steeped in British tradition

The venerable competition takes place this weekend continuing a tradition that dates from the 1920s - and a a Bentley win. Cloudy conditions are expected

Macron announces France will ‘ban social media’ for under 15s if EU does not

Facial recognition technology could be used to assess age of social media users

Good news for people flying to France as EU clarifies luggage rule change

The EU previously ruled that airlines must accept hand luggage of a reasonable size but did not define ‘reasonable’

First heatwave alerts of year issued for much of south-west France

Highs of 37C are forecast before storms sweep in tonight, with four departments on tier-three orange alert

Fire smoke from Canada seen over France: is it a health risk?

The misty veil has covered much of the country since the start of the month

France’s home renovation grant system to resume in September

MaPrimeRenov' scheme is being paused for the summer to tackle fraud and backlogs

Over 100 drivers fined for filming motorway crash - what French law says

People who filmed lorry crash while driving face fines and points deductions

Bin collection strike enters second week in south-west France town

Many residents have no choice but to leave their rubbish on the streets in 38 communes

Major taxi protests expected this week in France

Unions call for coordinated protests over changes to patient transport fees and working conditions

Major road tunnel between France and Italy to reopen this month after 12 years of works

The new Tende tunnel will be inaugurated on Friday, June 27

Officials allowed to enter private land in Dordogne to record local flora

Around 20 villages are affected. Agents may cross walls, fences and other barriers if necessary

British Netflix series Adolescence on online violence to be shown in French schools

The aim is to encourage discussion with young people regarding their relationship with social media, said France’s Minister of Education

Briton dies after fall in French Alps

Alert was raised by the climber’s companion but he was confirmed dead at the scene

Hot and dry then storms: French weather outlook June 9 to 13

Temperatures of up to 36C are expected in the south-west

Population of France to grow to 70 million

It reached 68.6 million in January 2025

Whit Monday holiday: How it works in France and how much it raises for state

It used to be a simple bank holiday like any other - but the tragic events of 2003 changed everything

Spotify raises prices in France for second consecutive year

The music streaming platform says the increase is required to continue to offer the best possible experience

Wet south-east, dry north: France's reversed rainfall pattern March-May 2025

Precipitation exceeded seasonal averages by more than 60% in Alpes-Maritimes and Var

French rail union announces June - September strike action

Rolling strike attempts to catch rail operator off guard with last-minute walkouts

Two supermarket olive oil brands may pose health risk says French consumer organisation

Oil revealed as having the lowest level of pollutants is surprisingly affordable

State appeals ruling that restored EU voting rights to Briton in France

Lawyers had hoped the recent judgement would be final

Hail warnings as storms set to batter east of France again

Heightened weather alerts extended to Saturday morning in several departments

Flight delay compensation changes include travel to and from France

New EU proposals address delay periods and compensation levels, together with easier claim processes and re-routing requirements

What is the weather forecast for the long Pentecost weekend (for some) in France

Only the southern coast is expected to remain dry this weekend

400,000 illegal speed bumps can stay, French court rules

New bumps must comply with law

Jellyfish spotted at beaches in south of France: how to check which beaches are safe

Interactive maps can show where they have been noted in recent days

Nine more French departments to have unmarked speed radar cars

An increasing proportion of the cars will be operated by private contractors

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More identity checks and less police trust outlined in report: when can you be stopped in France?

Why your garden in France may look unusually ‘yellow’

19 recent and upcoming changes you may have missed in France

Air traffic control strike looms in France just ahead of summer holidays

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Popular UK–France ferry link to resume after 14-year gap

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What are the rules on using air conditioning in your car in France?

French weather forecast June 23 - 27: Storms and 40C heat before cool down

Heatwave brings more water restrictions: latest rules and advice across France

EasyJet to begin four new UK-France flight routes

Storms set to hit France on Sunday but night heat to continue

Popular UK–France ferry link to resume after 14-year gap

Dates and rules for the 2025 summer sales in France

French weather forecast June 23 - 27: Storms and 40C heat before cool down

New London - Brest easyJet route to begin this week

Sticker to appear on (almost) all new phones and tablets in France - this is what it means

Heatwave brings more water restrictions: latest rules and advice across France

Storms set to hit France on Sunday but night heat to continue

Heatwave in France heightens pollen allergy risk - and brings forest fires

British woman murdered in Dordogne: French authorities have ‘no knowledge’ of a second attack

Is EU planning to raise the expected €7 Etias travel authorisation fee?

What the new French nursing law will change for patients

37C in Brittany, heatwave warnings extend: French weekend weather forecast June 21 - 22

List of mountain roads closed in France this summer to benefit cyclists

France’s Fête de la Musique brings music to streets nationwide this Saturday

Red air pollution alerts raised in Brittany

What France’s new ‘simplification law’ could change for you

Driver checks to increase around Lyon after high number of fatal crashes

Why you may soon see an Intermarché near you in north-east France

EasyJet to begin four new UK-France flight routes

Heatwave begins in south-west France: what temperatures to expect

Quirky rules of the French ultra running race that hardly anyone can finish

EasyJet to run winter Manchester-Strasbourg route

French carte Vitale must now be presented at pharmacy to receive certain medicines

What happens to France’s nuclear waste and where is new waste 'mega site' planned?

France braces for heatwave: 38C expected in Paris and 37C in south-west

Graphs: Lastest forecasts on inflation and spending power from Banque de France

Fees for some medical appointments are rising in France from July 1, 2025

Fatal car crash in France linked to faulty Takata airbag: how to check models affected

Local chikungunya case in Occitanie prompts control measures

French land agency reduces €1m field sale to €15,000

French mobile network operator SFR hit by major outage

French health minister wants to ban screens for children under 3… but how?

French 2025 'Bac' exams begin and why philosophy is always first

Hot weather to return: French weekly weather forecast June 16 - 20

Major trial underway for data leak that left 72,000 victims in France

Temporary driving restrictions imposed in parts of France due to air pollution

Two die and widespread damage as storms batter France this weekend

Rural bar proposal gains support of French MPs

First LGBT retirement home to open in France

Photo: Connexion reader spots rare blue frog in her garden in France

First domestic case of chikungunya recorded in mainland France in 2025: Prevention tips

Small business owners should watch out for incorrect payment demands from La Poste

Americans protest in Paris and Nice to oppose Trump ‘authoritarianism’ on Saturday

Refuse collectors in west France strike to wear shorts during summer

American dies after falling during climb near Mont Blanc

Warning after high number of drowning incidents in France last summer

Glass bottle return scheme offering refunds launches in French supermarkets

Weekend of storms: French weather forecast June 14 - 15

What is date of Father’s Day 2025 in France and how is it celebrated?

French senators debate new ‘Zucman tax’ on ultra-rich: who would this affect?

This weekend’s European archaeology festival sees hundreds of events in France

EasyJet announces new Nice-Newcastle route for next year

Famous Le Mans 24 hour is steeped in British tradition

Macron announces France will ‘ban social media’ for under 15s if EU does not

Good news for people flying to France as EU clarifies luggage rule change

First heatwave alerts of year issued for much of south-west France

Fire smoke from Canada seen over France: is it a health risk?

France’s home renovation grant system to resume in September

Over 100 drivers fined for filming motorway crash - what French law says

Bin collection strike enters second week in south-west France town

Major taxi protests expected this week in France

Major road tunnel between France and Italy to reopen this month after 12 years of works

Officials allowed to enter private land in Dordogne to record local flora

British Netflix series Adolescence on online violence to be shown in French schools

Briton dies after fall in French Alps

Hot and dry then storms: French weather outlook June 9 to 13

Population of France to grow to 70 million