Archived Newsletter Issue 81 : Tuesday 01 June 2010
We lead this issue with exclusive news of an EU investigation into the ban imposed on expat early retirees from the French health system. We also publish our annual list of the best summer festivals in France. And as usual, there are articles offering advice about buying property and living in France.
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David Yeates
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EU Questions France Over Health Rules
The EU Commission considers France may be in breach of EU regulations by denying expat early retirees health insurance cover.
01 Jun 2010
Bringing Your Pet to France
To travel from the UK to France a pet must be micro-chipped, vaccinated against rabies, and issued with an EU pet passport.
01 Jun 2010
Summer Festivals in France 2010
Our choice of the best summer festivals in France for 2010 to suit all ages and tastes, and wherever you may lay your hat.
01 Jun 2010
Builder Ordered to Pay €85,000 in Damages
A builder has been ordered to pay compensation for unauthorised building works, despite having only implemented the plans prepared by their client!
01 Jun 2010
Cheap Internet Offer from Orange
Orange have introduced a new cheap French Internet offer, but some expats seem to be having difficulty in signing up to it.
01 Jun 2010
The Most Dangerous Roads in France
Road accident figures released by the French government show the most dangerous and safest departments in France.
01 Jun 2010
A Place in the Sun – Birmingham 1st-3rd Oct
The next A Place in the Sun Live Exhibition will be take place at the NEC in Birmingham between 1st and 3rd October.
01 Jun 2010
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