Archived Newsletter Issue 91 : Tuesday 02 November 2010
The past few weeks have been a turbulent and sometimes worrying time in France.
However, with the pension reforms having now been approved by the French Parliament, the strikes and street protests are receding.
That being the case, and with saturation coverage of the issue elsewhere, we are pleased to say that this issue of the Newsletter, like most of France, is a strike free zone.
'Ire fortiter quo nemo ante iit'!
David Yeates [email protected]
Cheap Train Tickets in France for Seniors
Those aged 60+ are eligible for substantial discounts on trains in France and Europe.
02 Nov 2010
Tax Relief on Properties in Risk Areas
Local authorities are able to reduce the level of rates on properties located within the perimeter of a ‘risk zone’, of which there are many in France.
02 Nov 2010
Council Tracks Planning Culprits by Satellite
The town council of Carcassonne has decided to make use of aerial and satellite photos to tackle planning violations.
02 Nov 2010
Naturists Row at Cap d’Agde
The patience of local residents seems to be running thin over the conduct of some naturists at the famous resort of Cape d'Agde in Languedoc Roussillon.
02 Nov 2010
Television Licence Fee Payment and Exemptions
Households in France are required pay an annual television licence fee, although there is an exemption for those on a low income.
02 Nov 2010
Shock Announcement on Electricity Prices
The French government has announced a further rise in domestic electricity prices of 3% from January 2011, with more on the way.
02 Nov 2010
Tour de France 2011 Route and Stage Dates
The route of the Tour de France 2011 has been revealed, with a race of 21 stages taking place over 3,471 kms between 2nd to 24th July.
02 Nov 2010
Sellers Face New Tax on Building Land
A new tax has been introduced on the first sale of land that becomes zoned for construction, on top of two taxes already in place.
02 Nov 2010
Cleaning of Chimneys and Flue Pipes
What are the regulations and costs for chimney cleaning in France?
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