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French family benefits drop: millions of households affected

Families to lose four years of increased payments. Government will use savings to fund increased parental leave

Injured skiers can get special SNCF train in France

The dedicated carriages have more space, time, and assistance for injured passengers

Self-service mini shops spread in rural western France

The ‘supérettes’ are in areas without easy access to a shop

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Macron makes TV speech to France about Middle East conflict

Iran bears responsibility for conflict but US and Israel acted outside of international law, said president

Farmers block motorway in western France: are protests returning?

Around 50 tractors blocked the A87 for almost four hours amid demands for improved water policy

France to expand nuclear arsenal amid global instability, new European alliance announced

UK among eight countries able to host French nuclear air forces at bases

Further allergy warnings in France as pollen spikes continue

Cypress and Alder pollen levels remain high as mild conditions contribute

See who is running to be mayor in your local commune

Election of more than 34,000 mayors takes place via municipal elections

March 1 or March 20 - why are there two dates for the start of spring in France?

The meteorological calendar is becoming increasingly popular

Reshuffle: who is in and who is out in new French government

New appointees come as focus turns to upcoming municipal elections

Residents pull together as flood clean-up continues across western France

Volunteers, neighbours and local networks step in as waters recede

Doctors’ records hit by cyberattack: up to 15 million patients in France affected

Information about sexual orientation, infidelity, and assaults taken alongside administrative data

French weekly weather forecast March 2 - 6: warm and dry before rain returns

Highs of 18C, considerably above seasonal averages, expected

More ticket-free toll motorways due in France despite driver confusion

Operators press ahead with plans to remove traditional entry barriers

A mayor backs British woman ordered to leave France over low income

Briton ordered to leave the country after her small business failed to generate enough income in its first year

Saharan sand deposits to fall across France next week

First episode of year will affect southern and western France - and as far north as Brittany

French weekend weather forecast February 28 - March 1: Showers but calm

Temperatures will drop but remain above average for the season

40,000 residency card renewals proceed smoothly in the main

There is a standardised process for prefectures to use but not all are doing so

Anti-mosquito activity already in France amid ‘exceptional’ weather

Wet and warm conditions are encouraging some species to emerge early

Frequent ‘roaming animal’ warning near Toulouse ring road amuses drivers

‘Faster than the traffic’ or ‘competing in the Olympic biathlon’ among humorous online comments

Two further skier deaths confirmed after weekend avalanches in French Alps

Experienced ski tourers were found when avalanche transceivers emitted warning

BBC says no plans for content subscription service in France

Broadcaster’s ‘Sounds’ app has been unavailable since July 2025

France heat: 130 records set on February 25 - will it continue?

Seasonal records set as far north as Normandy and in the Alps

Aer Lingus launches summer Nice-Cork service

Two flights per week between May and September link south of Ireland and France

Local elections in France: new bids to allow non-EU foreigners to vote

Two MPs put forward separate bills to allow Britons, Americans and other foreign residents to take part

Is it time to stop changing the clocks in Europe?

Campaigners say it would help improve health and also reduce traffic accidents

Gisèle Pelicot memoir hits sales top spot in France

The book has been translated into 22 languages

New tax on deliveries from outside EU: How will it affect customers?

The new charge applies to deliveries valued under €150

Two French banks must reimburse clients unjustified fees

The banks have also been fined a combined €9.2 million

Ski station near Nice closes for season due to lack of snow

Several southern Alpine stations are at risk of permanent closure due to changing climate

UK’s ETA transition period ends: what changes for residents of France?

Rules have been toughened for those with dual UK or Irish and another citizenship

Quotas for wolf shootings relaxed after rise in attacks in France

Farming unions say the changes do not go far enough

28.3C: new February temperature record set in south-west France

Records broken across the country but risk of late frosts remains

Processionary caterpillars in France: how to protect your dog

The insects can be fatal to dogs if they lick or ingest them

Rail passenger in France fined €200 for playing music aloud on phone

On-the-spot fine was increased after passenger initially refused to pay

House cracking threat spreads to new areas in France, putting 12 million properties at risk

Map from environment ministry shows more than half of country at risk

Hospital fees set to increase in France: how will patients be affected?

Fees for overnight hospital stays and emergency room visits among those set to rise as part of plans to save €400 million from social security spending

New pink number plates in France lead to more police road checks

The plates are designed to enhance visibility and deter fraud

Allergy warnings in France following pollen spike: how to check levels near you

Parts of the south-west at highest risk of Alder tree pollution. Cypress pollen is also present along French Riviera

Warnings after dog poisonings in south of France countryside

More than 20 dogs, including truffle hunting animals, have been poisoned by mysterious pellets

Poll: People in France very attached to local public services

Almost four in 10 would support paying more tax to ensure services remain well-funded

US ambassador in France snubs official summons over controversial social media post

It is the second time Charles Kushner has failed to attend a summons from the French Foreign Ministry

Red river flood alerts remain in western France but levels begin to recede

More rain is expected at the end of the week

90/180 days rule: readers tell of impacts on health and on family and working life

Rule affects Britons post-Brexit as well as other non-EU citizens such as Americans

17 recent and upcoming changes in France you may have missed in February

Changes include income tax bands, flight delay rules and hospital parking fees

Journées des Chemins: call for volunteers to clear rural footpaths around France

The national drive to strim undergrowth runs from February 28 until March 8

British firefighter barred from dream navy job tells of disappointment

'I don’t see what makes me different from my friends' says 23-year-old turned down for French citizenship

Did you know? These plants are forbidden in French gardens

Invasive species cannot be sold, planted, or exchanged

Loire vineyard invites Taylor Swift to visit after documentary cameo

Disney+ documentary puts family vineyard in the international spotlight

39 explosive shells found on French beach following collapse of bunker

Shells were defused by experts but prefects warn others may remain

French airports request EES rollout suspension this summer

Risk of congestion feared if April full deployment of system for all eligible passengers takes place

French farmers give away potatoes due to overproduction

Hundreds of tonnes at risk of going to waste due to drop in demand and excess yield

French municipal elections: changes for 2026 and the issues at stake

Performance of far-right RN party and left-wing Greens and gender parity will be among key factors

France again ranks as world’s most visited country

102 million international tourists visit in 2025 - up by two million on 2024

French weekly weather outlook February 23 - 27: calm and unusually warm

Temperatures will reach up to 10C above average for the season. River flood alerts remain

La Voie Bleue: European Cycle Route of the Year is in France

700km bike path linking Luxembourg and Lyon has been crowned winner of the 2026 title

Before and after: Garonne river floods in south-west France

Satellite images show extent of flooding from back-to-back storms in February

Home insurance increases expected in France after floods

Compensation costs for the recent storms and flooding across the west and south-west is estimated to be in the billions of euros

Fête des Violettes: celebrating violets in the south of France

Toulouse and Tourrettes-sur-Loup host annual festivals dedicated to the delicate purple flowers

MAP: See how your location in France affects online food shop prices

New analysis shows how your shop compares on average

Further sightings of processionary caterpillars in France prompt action from local authorities

Caterpillars have arrived early after mild winter

Ryanair may allow dual British nationals to travel to UK without UK passport despite ETA rules

Airlines must carry out checks before boarding to ensure passengers have right to enter UK

Murder suspect - thought dead - fled to US from Nice, claims former investigator

Xavier Dupont de Ligonnès is suspected of killing his wife and four children

French weekend weather forecast February 21 - 22: calm but flood alerts remain

Sunny skies in south and central areas and only light showers in north

New luxury Paris-Amalfi sleeper train service

Three-day Orient-Express trip includes hotel stays and Pompeii visit among other excursions

Why you can contest a speeding fine when driving to Italy from France

A new initiative has discovered that the majority of Italian speeding fines may be legally void

France’s Favourite Village 2026 shortlist announced

You can vote for your favourite until voting closes in early March

Eurostar to cut St Pancras boarding times by 30 minutes

Station authorities want passenger experience to be ‘less like an airport’ as it targets major growth

Speed cameras to verify car insurance in severe cases

Penalties for speeding more than 50 kph over the limit have also been stepped up

E-cigarettes pose health risks, warns France’s health watchdog

The devices have “possible medium- and long-term” health effects, the warning says

Plans for new French youth worker contract that makes firing easier criticised

Union compared proposals to controversial ‘CPE’ contract plans that sparked major protests

Storm Pedro hits south-west France: trees uprooted and red flood alerts remain

Emergency plans activated in Bordeaux amid flood fears

‘It’s becoming intolerable’: homeowners in France move north to escape the heat

Heatwaves becoming more regular and intense

Occitanie copper phase-out ramps up – how it will affect residents

There are some simple steps you can take to prepare for the switchoff

Which cars are stolen the most in France and why?

Perhaps surprisingly, the higher-end vehicles are not the most targeted

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French family benefits drop: millions of households affected

Injured skiers can get special SNCF train in France

Self-service mini shops spread in rural western France

Macron makes TV speech to France about Middle East conflict

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More ticket-free toll motorways due in France despite driver confusion

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A mayor backs British woman ordered to leave France over low income

40,000 residency card renewals proceed smoothly in the main

New tax on deliveries from outside EU: How will it affect customers?

Doctors’ records hit by cyberattack: up to 15 million patients in France affected

Five French films and series to watch in March

Farmers block motorway in western France: are protests returning?

France to expand nuclear arsenal amid global instability, new European alliance announced

Further allergy warnings in France as pollen spikes continue

See who is running to be mayor in your local commune

March 1 or March 20 - why are there two dates for the start of spring in France?

Reshuffle: who is in and who is out in new French government

Residents pull together as flood clean-up continues across western France

Doctors’ records hit by cyberattack: up to 15 million patients in France affected

French weekly weather forecast March 2 - 6: warm and dry before rain returns

More ticket-free toll motorways due in France despite driver confusion

Graph: France’s largest cities ranked for financial stability

Road between France and Andorra to reopen from March 9 after rockfall

Map: See how February rainfall compares to average in your French department

A mayor backs British woman ordered to leave France over low income

Pont Neuf in Paris to be transformed into the world’s largest immersive artwork

Unwanted sales calls at record levels in France: how to stop them

What changes for residents in France in March 2026

Hope for Britons visiting France as MPs call for more flexibility on 90/180 days rule

MPs pass end-of-life bill in France – what does it contain?

Saharan sand deposits to fall across France next week

French weekend weather forecast February 28 - March 1: Showers but calm

40,000 residency card renewals proceed smoothly in the main

Anti-mosquito activity already in France amid ‘exceptional’ weather

Frequent ‘roaming animal’ warning near Toulouse ring road amuses drivers

Two further skier deaths confirmed after weekend avalanches in French Alps

BBC says no plans for content subscription service in France

France heat: 130 records set on February 25 - will it continue?

Aer Lingus launches summer Nice-Cork service

Local elections in France: new bids to allow non-EU foreigners to vote

Is it time to stop changing the clocks in Europe?

Gisèle Pelicot memoir hits sales top spot in France

New tax on deliveries from outside EU: How will it affect customers?

Two French banks must reimburse clients unjustified fees

Ski station near Nice closes for season due to lack of snow

UK’s ETA transition period ends: what changes for residents of France?

Quotas for wolf shootings relaxed after rise in attacks in France

28.3C: new February temperature record set in south-west France

Processionary caterpillars in France: how to protect your dog

Rail passenger in France fined €200 for playing music aloud on phone

House cracking threat spreads to new areas in France, putting 12 million properties at risk

Hospital fees set to increase in France: how will patients be affected?

New pink number plates in France lead to more police road checks

Allergy warnings in France following pollen spike: how to check levels near you

Warnings after dog poisonings in south of France countryside

Poll: People in France very attached to local public services

US ambassador in France snubs official summons over controversial social media post

Red river flood alerts remain in western France but levels begin to recede

90/180 days rule: readers tell of impacts on health and on family and working life

17 recent and upcoming changes in France you may have missed in February

Journées des Chemins: call for volunteers to clear rural footpaths around France

British firefighter barred from dream navy job tells of disappointment

Did you know? These plants are forbidden in French gardens

Loire vineyard invites Taylor Swift to visit after documentary cameo

39 explosive shells found on French beach following collapse of bunker

French airports request EES rollout suspension this summer

French farmers give away potatoes due to overproduction

French municipal elections: changes for 2026 and the issues at stake

France again ranks as world’s most visited country

French weekly weather outlook February 23 - 27: calm and unusually warm

La Voie Bleue: European Cycle Route of the Year is in France

Before and after: Garonne river floods in south-west France

Home insurance increases expected in France after floods

Fête des Violettes: celebrating violets in the south of France

MAP: See how your location in France affects online food shop prices

Further sightings of processionary caterpillars in France prompt action from local authorities

Ryanair may allow dual British nationals to travel to UK without UK passport despite ETA rules

Murder suspect - thought dead - fled to US from Nice, claims former investigator