Roadworthiness checks for motorbikes remain obligatory, rules French court The ruling comes despite fierce opposition to the contrôle technique from many riding
Nearly 7,000 Britons have been granted French nationality since Brexit The UK consistently ranks among the top five countries for people gaining French citizenship, with 6,863 people acquiring the nationality between 2021 - 2023
Second-hand cars: Understand new French tax that looms The new ‘malus écologique’ will be calculated based on CO2 emissions, weight, and kilometrage
news Small lakeside French hamlet to be sold at auction - starting price €450,000 The tourist site has a collection of 13 gîtes and a swimming pool
Map shows average income of households near you in France Compare your income and standard of living with others in your area, and in the rest of the country
Three new flight routes announced for south-west France including one to UK Toulouse airport attempts to bounce back with easyJet withdrawal imminent
Big limitations on number of new second homes in Chamonix Some 70% of the housing stock in the popular mountain resort town are currently second homes
Chilly with some showers and snow: French weekend weather outlook March 15 - 16 Storm Konrad will hit the south-east and Corsica
Nice to make public transport free to all under 11s from July 1 It is latest major city to offer free public transport to some – or all – passengers in France
Ryanair to withdraw from airport in north of France The airline has threatened to cut services to 10 regional airports across France
Only a few days left to trim garden hedges in France or risk a fine Some areas ban the practice, with the recommended no-trim period lasting until August
Rise in measles cases in France: map shows areas most affected We look at common symptoms and advice to limit spread of disease
When must a bank reimburse a customer scam victim in France? Reimbursement can depend on whether the customer has been ‘negligent’
Fake police steal cash and jewellery during ‘home visit’ in south-west France Gendarmerie have issued advice on what to do if supposed police officers visit you at home out of the blue French working week should increase to 36 hours to fund defence, says entrepreneur association Change to nurses’ role in France: How could patients be affected? French ski stations set to become part of Swiss ‘Magic Pass’ subscription
TGV InOui, Ouigo, Intercités: tickets for French summer train travel open Tickets are available up to December for certain popular locations… but does the early bird really get the best prices? Map: Top 10 French departments best for health in new 2025 ranking New blanket of snow arrives in southern French Alps Photos: A look inside the new French TGV TGV: Trenitalia opens ticket sales from €27 for new Paris-Marseille route Divorced French woman must pay ex-husband’s €400,000 debt: Why?
Update: Americans protest possible consulate closures across France Rallies took place in Strasbourg, Lyon and Bordeaux on Friday (March 7)
MAP: French communes with ‘forever chemicals’ detected in tap water The results come from a focused study on the excessive presence of PFAS in some water sources
Richard Branson aims to raise €800m to rival Eurostar in UK-France train link If it goes ahead the entrepreneur is aiming to launch the service by 2029
Ski stations in Pyrénées close early due to lack of snow Major resort shut doors two weeks early as rain and storms made it too dangerous to ski
Is your letter box correctly installed? These are the French rules Regulations state standards for size, letter opening, location, and lock type
Bird of prey attacks jogger in France Buzzard attacked runner on the head. The birds can be territorial during nesting season
Which car models have highest contrôle technique failure rates in France? CTs are compulsory for vehicles over four years old and must take place every two years
Brittany will be the best place to watch this week’s lunar eclipse in France The longest view will be in Ouessant, the small island off the far west of the region
Six charged over major parcel delivery scam in France The scam, worth an estimated €30 million, led to companies issuing false refunds
List: The sanctions cyclists risk if they break road rules in France It comes after the Paris mairie promises harsher sanctions after a campaign to spot rule-breakers
Forest fires break out in south-west France and behind Nice Tree branches blown onto powerlines sparked blaze in Dordogne. Investigations into arson are being opened as a result of fires in south-east
A week of storms ahead for France: weather outlook March 10 - 14 Several storms are expected in the south-east
Six in ten people support return to obligatory national service in France, poll shows Support is stronger amongst voters for right-wing and far-right parties
Sail across the Atlantic on a cargo yacht from France New transatlantic service takes around 15 days and will cost €2,000 to €3,000
What are rules for police checks on drivers - and why so many in south-west? ‘We want to make dangerous drivers worried’, says police chief
‘Brain stethoscope’ helps diagnose neurological conditions in France Goggles developed by French inventors can recognise early stages of Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s
French firm makes first ‘fibre-to-fibre’ recycled polyester T-shirt Advance means that tonnes of clothes normally thrown away could be re-used
Older drivers in France increasingly want to maintain road skills More than three in five older drivers would welcome training to ensure they stay safe on the roads
Where are tiger mosquitoes in France as presence increases, and what to do about them The mosquitoes become active in spring, and are now in 78 of 96 departments
Speed, advantages, price, how to benefit: launch of widespread ‘5G+’ for public in France Some will be able to access service for free via their current phone contract
Crackdown law on nuisance cold calls in France backed by MPs The law was passed unanimously, but there is still some disagreement over proposed exemptions
World War Two bomb found at Gare du Nord: UK-France Eurostar services cancelled All services in and out of the station have been halted
Storm and gales to batter south of France: Weekend weather outlook March 8 - 9 Heavy rainfall is expected in the Pyrénées and Massif Central
French banks applying ‘irregular’ charges on clients, fraud office check reveals The investigation into 100 banking establishments found breaches, failings, and alleged criminal practices
New poll: How do people in France view relationship with the US? The study also asked about Ukraine’s President Zelensky, military aid, and joining NATO
Debate begins on new law to crack down on telemarketing calls in France If passed, the new bill will aim to require consent even before the first call
Property prices rising in France but buyers still negotiating New figures suggest that it is still a ‘buyer’s market’ - but this may not last
France reports 250,000 dog bites a year: What to do and who is responsible Any breed of dog can bite, and there are certain rules and restrictions on certain breeds, and what to do in the event of an attack
Video: Plane wreckage in French Alps entices skiers for tricks and photos Skiers used the plane as unusual site to demonstrate skills
Change to Ryanair boarding process delayed to November 2025: French flights affected Airline also encourages more people to use its app as part of digital shift
Macron’s TV address: Key points on defence, Russia, the US and nuclear capacity ‘We must be ready without or without the US.’ Extra defence spending will not be funded by taxes, says president
Which is the cheapest supermarket in France? A new study shows just how close prices for common food items can be across brands
Americans in Strasbourg to protest possible consulate closure US consulates based in Lyon, Rennes, and Bordeaux could also be shut down
What is the best way to travel between London and Paris? Comfort, price, journey length are all key factors in choosing the best option for yourself
Only one in 10 people in France have ‘ideal’ cardiovascular health, says new report Cardiovascular disease is the second leading cause of death in France
Law proposal to make it easier to open bistrots in French villages Number of such rural establishments has fallen by 60% in last 60 years
President Macron to make a TV speech to nation tonight The broadcast will address this ‘moment of great uncertainty’ amid international tensions about the war in Ukraine
Man injured after skier throws large snowball from ski lift onto restaurant terrace in French Alps The culprit was identified after he posted a video of the incident on social media
Driving speed limits lowered in Paris amid pollution spike City sees fine-particle pollution exceed normal levels
Strikes at French ports to continue during March: List of dates Ferry services may be affected if action stepped up
Errors to avoid and how to help wildlife as you get your garden in France ready for spring Gardening with care can make a big difference at this time of year
Chance to win a real stone from Notre-Dame cathedral A new competition is offering 50 stones as prizes. Here is how to enter
See how long it takes to sell a property in France by area in 2025 Some major cities have seen a significant increase in time to finalise a sale in comparison to 2024
Supermarket brand products ‘cheaper but less healthy’ Own-brand products can cost up to 30% less than branded items, but are often of poorer quality, a new study claims
Prices on these supermarket products will increase by up to 15% in France this year Some products including beauty, hygiene, and pasta are set to fall in price
Four US consulates in France identified as facing possible closure under Trump The American administration is cutting back on diplomatic missions across the world, with France seen as a key target for downsizing
Strikes in France in March 2025 and how you may be impacted Port workers will be on strike for much of the month
Nice mayor backtracks on banning large cruise ships Plans welcomed by ecologists were heavily criticised by local businesses
Mont Saint-Michel is transformed into an island by spring tides Extreme tides at the end of March will give another chance to see the site cut off from the mainland
Collective legal action taken against French low-cost dentist chain More than 1,500 patients claim to have been left mutilated or without teeth after botched interventions
Map: How well (or not) each French area is served by health workers The map shows how each area compares to the national average for access to professionals including GPs, midwives and physiotherapists
Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this March? March is the time to benefit from end of winter foods, as many seafood dishes go out of season
Prosecutor investigates private parking companies near French airports Some clients say their cars had been driven for up to 1,200 km whilst they were away and had been damaged
Sweet and flavoursome: France’s strawberry season starts now The first gariguettes are already being picked in south-west France. Supermarket prices are around €3.99 a 250g punnet
Sunny days then storm: French weekly weather outlook March 3 - 7 Temperatures could reach 21C around Biarritz before an Atlantic storm moves in
Letters: Postal delays meant Christmas cards took five weeks to reach France Readers complain of gifts arriving well into the new year
School rugby player 'entirely responsible' for crippling injury, French court rules Dangerous tackle during a match in 2022 left player tetraplegic
Letters: French vegetarian burgers are still a work in progress Reader bemoans the lack of meat alternatives available in restaurants