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French senators meet minister over retiree citizenship refusals

Concerns raised about 'overly tough' criteria being applied since last year's circular

17 recent and upcoming changes in France you may have missed in March 2026

See where shoppers pay more for food online, how much drivers will pay to register a new vehicle and how many wolves there are in France

Police issue alert for missing 85-year-old in south-west France

The woman was last seen visiting her brother in the Tarn department

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Photos: Protesters across France join anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ rally

Demonstrations in Nice, Paris, Bordeaux and elsewhere part of 3,300 worldwide

Why the Pope arrived in Monaco by helicopter for historic visit

Novel transport helped avoid diplomatic headache

France set to miss EES deadline for registering all travellers

Technical difficulties with pre-registration equipment and its software hampering rollout efforts

EasyJet reopens Newcastle base with new flights to Nice

Airline offers more than 50 destinations from southern French airport after latest route added

French weekly weather forecast March 30 - April 3: chilly with rain for most areas

Weather is set to change on Saturday to give a calm and sunny Easter Sunday

Many of France’s new mayors pledge to switch streetlights back on at night

Energy-saving policy introduced during the 2022 surge in electricity prices

Attempted bomb attack at Bank of America in Paris: three suspects in custody

Explosive device discovered and removed before it could be ignited

Carrefour customers in France can now use AI to do their shopping

Supermarket giant integrates into ChatGPT app

Meat withdrawn from French supermarkets over E.Coli risk

Lidl and Super U among stores selling potentially impacted ground beef

Ryanair becomes most popular carrier at Toulouse airport

Several low-cost carriers are targeting the French city with route expansions

New reports of Britons missing flights due to EES delays

Queues of several hours reported in Spain prior to full EES rollout

French ferry ports warn of passenger delays as EES full rollout approaches

Software failures and insufficient staffing risk causing “congestion and disorganisation”

Bear sighting on Pyrénées hiking trail fuels local tensions

A reintroduction programme for brown bears continues to face opposition

Reminder: clocks go forward in France this Sunday

One hour of sleep lost but later sunsets to come

How Eurostar is preparing for competitors on Channel link

‘We already run a European metro’, the operator says, to challengers Trenitalia and Virgin Trains

Fuel leak at Brittany water plant triggers tap water ban

Limits on drinking water and showers still in place for some homes

What are new mayor Emmanuel Grégoire’s plans for Paris?

Campaign promises include more social housing, expansion of car-free zones, ‘super bus’ lanes and additional police

EasyJet to equip new planes with ultra-lightweight seats for extra legroom

UK carrier says the seats installed on more than 200 new aircraft will also help cut jet fuel costs

Firefighters in France deliberately start fires to prepare for summer risk

The exercise is part of efforts to prevent real, uncontrolled blazes

South-west France motorway to adopt barrier-free tolls

The A69 linking Castres and Toulouse will be the first motorway in Occitanie to adopt the flux libre system

Bank transfers unavailable for four days over Easter in France

Plan ahead if you are planning any secure banking transfers

Five-star Paris hotel 'The Bristol' evacuated due to fire

At least 400 flee after fire breaks out in hotel kitchens

Prepare for questions if calling UK over life certificate issues from France

Reader highlights information needed to ensure pension payments resumed during phone conversation following missing letter issues

UK ETA: What happens to dual nationals who do not follow rules

Dual nationals are now told to travel to UK with British passport or ‘certificate of entitlement’

French teachers plan major strike action next week

Schools may be closed as teachers primed to walk out in south and west France

Britons in France impacted by rise in UK passport fees

The new price increases will apply to all passport applications including from overseas

Prison sentences requested for €1m MaPrimeRenov’ fraud

Seven men are accused of 'organised' stealing from the government scheme

Elon Musk criticises French officials after they share information with US counterparts

Billionaire may have manipulated company valuation through public controversy, Paris prosecutor suspects

April and June tax deadlines for Americans living in France

Many citizens are exempt from paying tax in the US tax but most must still declare

France braces for gales of 130 km/h as polar winds arrive

Winds will be particularly strong in the south

Key points to take away from the local elections in France

France is dividing in a similar way to the United States and the UK

Find out who has been elected as mayor in your French commune

Majority of rural candidates ran without official party support

Book flights now or face price rises if Middle East conflict continues, says easyJet boss

Price increases to start ‘in three weeks’ unless situation calms

French weekly weather forecast March 23 - 27: A drop in temperature of up to 10C

Polar winds are set to sweep in from the north. Morning frosts to return

Paris Métro unveils its new jingle

Melody can also be heard on buses, trams and trains in an attempt to unify the whole network

France municipal elections: left holds major cities while far-right expands in mid-sized towns

Far-left fails to make significant gains but moderate right holds key strongholds - see map of second round results

Thefts of fuel on increase as prices remain over €2 a litre in France

High prices prompt rise of black market in many areas

Self-driving buses to arrive in France in next six months

Final testing of the vehicles is currently underway

What we know about meningitis death in Normandy

Officials say there is no confirmed link to UK cases

SNCF tickets reignite ‘no children’ debate in France

New fares aimed at business travellers and are only valid from Monday to Friday

AI photos make ‘parcel for you’ scam more credible in France

Fraudsters send texts with fake parcel photos displaying your name and address

Niche tours create new opportunities for guides in France

Guided tourism is no longer the preserve of travel agencies, tourist offices or museums

‘Accidental’ Americans in France welcome lower fee to give up citizenship

Many people face administrative issues linked with being American

French government clarifies rules for post sent to US

Updated official guidelines for letters, parcels, and gifts

Readers highlight issues with UK pension life certificates sent to France

Postal problems cited as one contributing factor; some readers offer solutions

Fines issued in France to viewers of illegal streaming services

Users of IPTV boxes fined up to €400 for watching illegally streamed sports matches

Renault recalls 30,000 cars in France over engine failure risk

How to check if your vehicle is affected

Map: how did French parties perform in first round of municipal elections?

Leaders after first round still face tough challenges across country

French weekend weather forecast March 21 - 22: calm but cold front in south-east

Rain and snow will pepper Alps on Sunday as temperatures drop but sunny weekend elsewhere

New ‘toothpick’ trick used by burglars in France can target second homes

Authorities in Ariège report several burglaries using method since start of the month

EES app: second EU country begins limited use before summer peak

France has yet to approve use of the Travel To Europe app which allows passengers to pre-register certain information

Key dates for next French elections: MPs, mayors, president

Voters head to the ballot box several times in the next few years

Renault found in French barn with just 12 km on clock sells for record €64,000

The classic car had been forgotten since the early 1980s

British woman shot dead in France, partner confesses

The man says he accidentally shot her with a hunting rifle at their home in Charente

What French people think of traditional French food - and how they choose a restaurant

From cassoulet to snails, home cooking, and favourite French chefs; we look at French attitudes to food

British burglary victims to relive ordeal as attackers appeal in France

The couple were attacked during the burglary in Lot-et-Garonne in 2022

Bordeaux Airport invests in AI to cut waiting times

A new tool is being trialled with the aim of improving passenger flow and satisfaction

Meningitis case in France linked to University of Kent outbreak

The infected person is a student at the university. At least two people have died in the UK outbreak

Storm Thèrese to bring gales of 100 km/h to south-west France

Atlantic storm will see ‘autan’ winds in Tarn and Haute-Garonne peak

Spring in France: Why you should be careful walking your dog

Warmer days and blooming plants can also bring dangers to precious pooches

People in France not sleeping enough, says study

France’s lack of sleep has consequences for national health, and is similar to UK and US levels

Why former French president Nicolas Sarkozy is back in court

The hearing is expected to run until early June

France says full EES rollout on track despite ongoing IT issues

All eligible travellers crossing French borders are due to be checked from March 30. Delays have remained under control so far, say officials

France municipal elections: Alliances form in several cities against far-right

Candidates forge local agreements but no national agreement between left-wing parties

Intermarché boss calls on French state to reduce fuel taxes

Diesel prices climb back above €2 per litre amid renewed geopolitical tensions

Life certificate pension suspension ‘left me overdrawn and stressed’

Retired journalist Jane McIntosh, 72, said the decision to stop her payments took place in December 2025

French municipal elections: key points from the first round

Results show far-right strength in smaller towns and fragmented alliances in major cities

Pet owner in France faced large fine and prison sentence over ‘illegal’ cat

Issue revealed during a routine visit to vet

French weekly weather forecast March 16-20: spring sunshine after cloudy start

Warmer weather to arrive on Tuesday before cloud returns at the end of the week

French local elections: gains for far-right and left parties in first round

Main points of vote which comes just over a year before national election

EU Entry-Exit System flags 4,000 Schengen overstayers

The biometric border system checks compliance with the 90/180-day rule. It began in October and is set to be fully operational from April 10

Leclerc supermarkets in France fail to reduce fuel prices by 30c as pledged

CEO says change due to volatility in wholesale fuel markets

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Many of France’s new mayors pledge to switch streetlights back on at night

Attempted bomb attack at Bank of America in Paris: three suspects in custody

Carrefour customers in France can now use AI to do their shopping

Meat withdrawn from French supermarkets over E.Coli risk

Ryanair becomes most popular carrier at Toulouse airport

New reports of Britons missing flights due to EES delays

Winds over 150km/h cause damage across south-east France

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Suspected sighting of French family murder suspect in Texas: call for witnesses made

French ferry ports warn of passenger delays as EES full rollout approaches

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French weekend weather outlook March 28 - 29: cool with some rain

Return of cold in France brings frost and heavy snow, vineyards at risk

French mountain holidays are no longer just for skiing

France tightens checks on small non-EU parcels, UK magazine deliveries impacted

Bear sighting on Pyrénées hiking trail fuels local tensions

Reminder: clocks go forward in France this Sunday

How Eurostar is preparing for competitors on Channel link

Fuel leak at Brittany water plant triggers tap water ban

What are new mayor Emmanuel Grégoire’s plans for Paris?

EasyJet to equip new planes with ultra-lightweight seats for extra legroom

Firefighters in France deliberately start fires to prepare for summer risk

South-west France motorway to adopt barrier-free tolls

Bank transfers unavailable for four days over Easter in France

Five-star Paris hotel 'The Bristol' evacuated due to fire

Prepare for questions if calling UK over life certificate issues from France

UK ETA: What happens to dual nationals who do not follow rules

French teachers plan major strike action next week

Britons in France impacted by rise in UK passport fees

Prison sentences requested for €1m MaPrimeRenov’ fraud

Elon Musk criticises French officials after they share information with US counterparts

April and June tax deadlines for Americans living in France

France braces for gales of 130 km/h as polar winds arrive

Key points to take away from the local elections in France

Find out who has been elected as mayor in your French commune

Book flights now or face price rises if Middle East conflict continues, says easyJet boss

French weekly weather forecast March 23 - 27: A drop in temperature of up to 10C

Paris Métro unveils its new jingle

France municipal elections: left holds major cities while far-right expands in mid-sized towns

Thefts of fuel on increase as prices remain over €2 a litre in France

Self-driving buses to arrive in France in next six months

What we know about meningitis death in Normandy

SNCF tickets reignite ‘no children’ debate in France

AI photos make ‘parcel for you’ scam more credible in France

Niche tours create new opportunities for guides in France

‘Accidental’ Americans in France welcome lower fee to give up citizenship

French government clarifies rules for post sent to US

Readers highlight issues with UK pension life certificates sent to France

Fines issued in France to viewers of illegal streaming services

Renault recalls 30,000 cars in France over engine failure risk

Map: how did French parties perform in first round of municipal elections?

French weekend weather forecast March 21 - 22: calm but cold front in south-east

New ‘toothpick’ trick used by burglars in France can target second homes

EES app: second EU country begins limited use before summer peak

Key dates for next French elections: MPs, mayors, president

Renault found in French barn with just 12 km on clock sells for record €64,000

British woman shot dead in France, partner confesses

What French people think of traditional French food - and how they choose a restaurant

British burglary victims to relive ordeal as attackers appeal in France

Bordeaux Airport invests in AI to cut waiting times

Meningitis case in France linked to University of Kent outbreak

Storm Thèrese to bring gales of 100 km/h to south-west France

Spring in France: Why you should be careful walking your dog