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SFR sale may affect millions more in France

Telecoms provider has lost nearly one million customers since summer 2023

Heritage Days in France: ideas for visits this weekend plus photos

Over 2,000 sites are set to welcome visitors for free on September 20 and 21

Budget could cut tax reduction for parents of secondary school children in France

Proponents propose a current tax break should instead be channelled into grants

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Ryanair new boarding pass requirements: French flights impacted

Airline will no longer accept physical boarding passes on most flights from November 3

French unions issue ‘ultimatum’: new strikes expected

Separate action has already been called by pharmacists, air traffic controllers and teachers in coming weeks

French weekend weather forecast September 20 - 21: storms return but temperatures stay high

Thunderstorms are expected to be violent on Sunday

Pioneering French surgery restores sight to man using part of his tooth

Revolutionary operation allows people to regain most of their vision after their cornea is damaged

Roads blocked, trains disrupted: September 18 strike latest

Up to 90,000 police deployed in largest operation since gilets jaunes

France’s egg consumption soars leading to shortages

Supply of French-origin eggs is struggling to keep up with demand

Self-employed workers in France: new proposals on VAT thresholds

Plans in draft 2026 budget would affect retailers amongst others

‘Black day for travel’: French strikes on September 18 set to bring widespread disruption

Unions and parties on left are calling for massive turnout from workers across multiple sectors

French farmers call for major protest day: key details and impact

Demonstrators expected to target supermarkets and prefectures

More French communes levy additional tax charge on second homes

Over 650 communes voted for the maximum permitted charge

French prefecture threatens to suspend licences for using phone when driving

Motorists could be without licence for up to six months. A trial period next month will decide on course of action

Air France rolls out free on-board WiFi service

All planes should have technology by end of next year

French prime minister toppled after vote of no confidence

François Bayrou must resign after 364 MPs went against his government in critical vote

‘Block everything’: France braces for ‘shutdown’ protest on September 10

Major protests are planned in cities and towns across France

France looks to digitalise traffic fines

Online platform set to simplify administrative procedures and end the problem of fines getting lost in the post

More retirees turned down for French citizenship over foreign income tell their stories

A growing number of readers report refusals after minister's prefecture letter called for tougher attitude

When does EES start for Eurotunnel and how will it work?

We look at how lanes and pre-registration booths are being organised

Taxe foncière bills - why many French communes are not raising rates this year

Less than 13% of communes have implemented additional increases

EES start date confirmed for Dover to Calais ferries

Non-EU nationality travellers will be directed towards a new area to use pre-registration kiosks

French weekend weather forecast September 6-7: sun for all, then storms in south-west

Temperatures will rise then drop by around 10C in areas impacted by storm conditions

Storm alerts raised across France: hail forecast in east

Three weeks worth of rain could fall this afternoon in some areas

Outbreaks of mosquito-borne diseases surge in France this summer

Locations include Antibes, Toulon and Bergerac - the first-time in Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Tropical diseases like dengue fever and chikungunya are spread by tiger mosquitoes

Users of mobile company Free warned to be vigilant of new scam in France

Emails are including customers’ IBAN numbers to appear legitimate

Photos: Surprise storms and tornado hit Brittany

Rooftops of several homes torn off during violent episode

Photos: flash floods and storms hit south of France, driver dies after sliding off road

Vehicle was found in ditch and man in his 50s pronounced dead at the scene

How disruptive will September 18 strikes be in France?

Major disruption is expected to travel on planes, trains, and local networks

French weekly weather forecast September 1 - 5: wet and stormy

Alerts are in place with violent storms expected to continue in the south-east for much of Monday

Ryanair route cuts at French regional airports: will there be more?

A rise in French ticket taxes has led Ryanair to axe several winter routes, affecting regional airports

Weather alerts raised as violent storms forecast to sweep France

South and central areas are set to be the most affected

Health rules, sick notes, fibre grants: 10 changes for residents of France in September

The end of the month will see property renovation and electric car leasing schemes return

French air traffic controllers announce September strike

Flights set to be cancelled or delayed as unions calls for controllers across France to walk out

Household bin collection tax in France: many communes found to be overcharging

Authorities charging up to 160% of actual fees risk legal action, but say money is being used to improve waste services

France hit by storms: record rainfall, hail, and 17,000 lightning strikes

Outbreaks to centre on south-east today

‘Total blockade’ France September 10: major unions joins call to action

The blockade has been called in response to the government’s budget plans

Uber announces Channel Tunnel train to compete with Eurostar

The trains will link London with several European destinations

First native cases of mosquito-borne chikungunya recorded in Dordogne

Cluster of 15 cases leads to launch of extermination programme of the insect in Bergerac

UK retirees face surprise social charge bills on pensions in France

Many have paid thousands of euros despite longstanding rules exempting them

France 'total blockade' call for September 10: how much support does it have?

The mysterious movement is being backed by some unions, politicians, and protest groups

France’s Interior Ministry clarifies new EES border rules

We share official answers on phased rollout, Parafe gate use for residency card and visa holders, and plans for a pre-registration app for visitors to France

Alerts raised as France braces for powerful storms

Three days of storms will see strong winds and hail across south and east

2026 budget: French prime minister calls for confidence vote on September 8

François Bayrou warns that France faces ‘immediate danger’ if no action is taken and that debt is growing by €12million every hour

2025 taxe foncière bills arrive: five questions answered

Increases, second homes, property extensions: your questions answered

French weekly weather forecast August 25 - 29: storms and temperature drop

Rain is set to hit all areas midweek as storms cover the country

French postal service suspends parcel deliveries to the United States

Temporary measure required to let La Poste adapt to new ‘Trump tariff’ customs duties

Ryanair expected to be back in Bergerac next year says airport operator

Airport is not threatened by winter withdrawal of low-cost carrier said Dordogne Chamber of Commerce President in an exclusive interview

French weekend weather forecast August 23 - 24: Calm weekend before potential storms

Temperatures may reach up to 30C in south but the nights will be cooler than recently meaning no heatwave warnings

Energy aid: 2025 sees changes to France’s chèque énergie scheme

Electronic version of the voucher now available

Warning over convincing ‘Assurance Maladie’ scam letter in France

Printed letter threatens users with account suspension if they do not scan a QR code

French citizenship refusals due to foreign income: exceptions possible for retirees

Interior Ministry clarifies rules for The Connexion

France to release official ‘survival guide’ to help people prepare for emergencies

30-page pamphlet outlines how to respond to industrial accidents, terrorist attacks, extreme weather and even the outbreak of war

'Bloquons tout': how serious is call for total France shutdown in September?

The mystery blockade movement calling for country-wide boycotts and acts of civil disobedience has gained support from politicians despite claiming no political allegiance