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Nantes wins award for its work on biodiversity in city

The city was recognised in its category for initiatives including the ‘greening’ of tarmacked areas and environmental education in schools

EasyJet fined €40,000 for refusing wheelchair passenger in France

The passenger has been waiting 13 years for a verdict

Medicine, food, liquids: what you can take on flights from France

The ‘100ml’ liquid rules are back

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What are parent-pupil ‘reps’ in France, and how can you be one?

Parent-pupil representatives help to defend pupils’ interests and keep parents informed

French supermarkets to begin ‘automatic refunds’: how will this work?

The refunds will come into force from 2025 and are intended to encourage recycling packaging

France to crack down on false landline numbers in bid to halt scammers

Scammers are increasingly turning to landline number software to fool respondents

Conversion of Paris Olympic village into the flats for sale continues

Up to 20% of the flats will be turned into social housing, but many of the rest are now available to purchase

Test yourself: who is France's shortest serving prime minister of recent years?

Think of your answer before checking our graph

Being active can help you better integrate into new life in France

Readers who took up new sporting pursuits after moving to France describe their experience

Mystery of severed feet in boots found by river Seine near Paris

No body has been found but the boots have been identified as Decathlon hiking models

UK Armed Forces secretary in France shocked at receiving British Honour

British Empire Medal, awarded for services to British veterans in France, comes as complete surprise for Lesley Blake

Ireland-France travel affected as ferry service cancelled

The decision has been described as the end of a ‘wonderful option for people travelling to and from France’

UK’s new ETA travel fee permit: rules for French and other non-British visitors

We also look at whether binationals and the family of UK nationals are exempt, when this is due to start and if there will be changes to passport lanes

Clear and dry with a cold north wind: French weekend weather update September 14-15

The unseasonably low temperatures may feel more like October

Owner finds his two missing dogs in France 300km apart, 10 years on

He now believes that the golden Labradors were stolen in 2014

Paris ring road: region to oppose October speed cut to 50 km/h

It comes after the Ile-de-France president said the Paris mayor was ‘denying democracy’

British retiree in France refunded after paying £2,100 to drive in Ulez

Transport for London rectified Low Emission Zone error after The Connexion reached out about his case

Popular Mont d’Or cheese 'season' begins in France and runs until May 2025

The cheese is a staple of autumn and winter tables

‘Unlimited’ easyJet strike notice announced over plan to close French base

Union says ‘large-scale joint action’ will be confirmed in coming days

Brigitte Macron to make appearance in new Emily in Paris series

‘We had a fantastic time together. It was a real honour,’ says star Lily Collins

Electricity bills set to fall by around 10% for millions of households in France

The re-evaluation at the start of next year is expected to follow the global trend of falling energy prices

BMW recalls around 64,000 vehicles in France over possible brake fault

1.5 million vehicles are affected worldwide

Nantes cathedral which suffered arson attack in 2020 will reopen next year

‘It will be a wonderful celebration when the doors reopen and the bells ring out,’ said the Bishop of Nantes

Four foreign climbers found dead near the peak of Mont Blanc

The Korean and Italian mountain climbers went missing this weekend. Local mayor said language issues may have influenced their choice not to take a guide

Telegram boss: What is his ‘exceptional foreigner’ status for French nationality?

President Macron says he ‘totally backs’ the decision to give the founder citizenship

What fruit, vegetables and fish are in season in France this September, 2024

Government website lists locally available produce and offers healthy recipes using them

Eurostar flash sale includes Paris-London tickets for €39

Tickets can be purchased online and cover journeys running until late November

EasyJet announces surprise closure of its base at Toulouse airport

It is not known if it will maintain all its current routes from the airport, which include UK flights. Other changes are expected to its French operations

Pyrénées road connecting France and Spain will be closed for months

Last weekend’s storms caused damage to the route in several places

UK-France ferry firms aim to expand time-saving deal from freight to cars

Agreement between two major operators cuts port waiting times by 25%

Multi-million euro private art collection to be auctioned in Paris in October

Furniture pieces will also be sold alongside paintings

Consumer group finds ‘best milk chocolate’ in French supermarkets

The best bar stood out for its pure ingredients and costs less than €3 per 100g

Mother leads fight in France to find a cure for devastating genetic disease

Governments not doing enough for victims of sickle cell disease, says French campaigner

Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in September

Cheeses with a stand-out flavour are recommended for the month

French authorities announce major reform to workers’ sick pay rules

The cost of sick leave days is expected to ‘increase by more than €1 billion’ to €17 billion by the end of 2024

British veteran of D-Day landings in France dies aged 104

Don Sheppard was among troops which liberated Bergen-Belsen concentration camp

Possible botulism outbreak linked to French market food, five hospitalised

All had eaten the same artisan product sold at markets and fairs in central France and the jars were not correctly sterilised

New France-Germany border checks to begin from next week

Controversial policy will last at least six months at French border points

British hiker's disappearance in France highlights importance of safety tech

The disappearance of a retired doctor in the Pyrénées underscores the critical role of location-sharing technology in mountain rescue operations

France’s quickest traffic lights stay green for just 6-8 seconds

One light only lets a couple of cars through at a time - and some say it is dangerous

Alert over scam ‘useful numbers’ fridge magnets posted in letterboxes in France

A useful number magnet, with official-looking designs, is being posted into residents’ letterboxes

Ten months of limited service announced for major train route in south of France

Works on the SNCF line will run for 10 months and completely stop evening services on several days

Profile: Mazarine Pingeot, Mitterrand's love child - and where is she now?

To avoid a national scandal, the identity of former French president François Mitterrand’s illegitimate child was a state secret until 1994 – and she was never publicly acknowledged by her father

Sea swimmer drowns as violent storms hit southern France

Another swimmer died later in the evening. Several people in south-west evacuated from homes

Disposable vapes recalled in France due to packaging error

The four types of e-cigarettes were sold with several crucial safety warnings missing

Driving app Waze update to make journey times in France more accurate

The previous version has bugs, which are affecting iPhone users. Here is how to ensure you have the latest update

France’s annual supermarket wine sales: dates and deals autumn 2024

Bottles of Bordeaux, Côtes-du-Rhône, Bourgogne and Champagne are available at low prices

Marine Le Pen: ‘We expect Michel Barnier to act’

‘At least he is aware that immigration is a major problem’, said the head of the Rassemblement National

Weather in France September 9 – 13: Forecast by area this week

A significant temperature drop is on its way as we look at predictions for sun, storm, rain - and snow - for the next 5 days

French workers called to join mass strike on October 1

Public services are expected to be impacted

Photo: 50-metre hole cuts road in two after storms in France

Alerts remain in place for flooding and storms in several areas

French flights hit by last-minute Gatwick disruption

Chaos from unexpected staff shortage impacts flights to Paris, Bordeaux, and Marseille as well as dozens of cities worldwide

Protests held across France against new PM Barnier - is more action expected?

Police say 110,000 people took to the streets on Saturday but organisers say the number was far higher

Video: Impressive sea ‘waterspout’ spotted near coast in Brittany

It moved along the coast for several kilometres, no injuries were recorded

€1 franchise fee proposed for medical devices in France

Adding the fee could save the state at least €259 million in healthcare costs, a new report claims

Shop olive oil: French consumer group names cheapest healthiest option

It is now rare to find a litre of olive oil for less than €10

Franco-Lebanese tycoon acquires French media giants

Rodolphe Saadé expands his media portfolio with the purchase of BFM-TV and RMC for €1.55billion

Immigration, EU, pay: What are PM Michel Barnier's known policies?

The new PM likely faces an uphill battle in parliament to push policies through, as there is still not a clear majority

Suspended jail term and fine for French MP in €114,000 expenses fraud

Socialist Jean-Christophe Cambadélis has been found guilty in a criminal court in Paris

Danone drops Nutri-Score label on drinkable yoghurts after downgrade

The creator of the Nutri-Score has said the change is a “deplorable” step backwards

Couple use official '90-day' calculator for French trip – but told dates wrong

Border guards gave two different dates deadline for ferry passengers to return to the UK - both of which were different to the calculator's

French study praises ‘miracle product’ against bedbugs

The study found that a commonly-used clay powder is effective against the insects

Mediterranean storms and lots of rain: French weekend weather update September 7 - 8

Poor weather is expected for most over the coming days

France to offer free STI screening for young - no prescription needed

Previously only HIV tests were available this way

The French marathon where runners eat cheese and drink wine along the route

The Olympics put the focus on serious sport, but the Marathon des Châteaux du Médoc in the south of the country is offering a little light relief

Why far right support is key to whether Michel Barnier stays as French PM

Threat of no confidence vote looms over new prime minister

Hunting season set to open in France: key information and calendar

It starts this Sunday in many departments, with others to follow in the next two weeks

Flash sale of €19 TGV train tickets ends at midnight

Hundreds of thousands of cut-price tickets are available across the network

Wife raped by 50 men on husband’s invitation opts for open trial in France

‘I have nothing to hide, nothing to be ashamed of’, she told the courtroom, waiving her right to anonymity

Michel Barnier is named as France's new prime minister

The EU's former chief Brexit negotiator was selected for the role by President Macron

850,000 retirees in France will see their pension increase from October

Eligible pensioners will also receive an average €600 retrospective payment

Do not fall for a scam relating to a ‘gift’ Decathlon tent in France

It is being spread via a Facebook post that invites users to take part in ‘a simple competition’...

PHOTOS: Dramatic scenes as violent storms hit southern France

Roads in Marseille were flooded and some homes in the back country behind Nice were evacuated by precaution

Half a million 'illegal' speed bumps could be flattened after French court ruling

Two that did not meet the 1994 standards have already been demolished

French authorities launch major crackdown on illegal streaming

The watchdog has already blocked almost 200 sites since the start of the Ligue 1 football championship

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Nantes wins award for its work on biodiversity in city

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Owner finds his two missing dogs in France 300km apart, 10 years on

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Mystery of severed feet in boots found by river Seine near Paris

‘Unlimited’ easyJet strike notice announced over plan to close French base

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Popular Mont d’Or cheese 'season' begins in France and runs until May 2025

‘Unlimited’ easyJet strike notice announced over plan to close French base

Brigitte Macron to make appearance in new Emily in Paris series

Electricity bills set to fall by around 10% for millions of households in France

BMW recalls around 64,000 vehicles in France over possible brake fault

Nantes cathedral which suffered arson attack in 2020 will reopen next year

Four foreign climbers found dead near the peak of Mont Blanc

Telegram boss: What is his ‘exceptional foreigner’ status for French nationality?

What fruit, vegetables and fish are in season in France this September, 2024

Eurostar flash sale includes Paris-London tickets for €39

EasyJet announces surprise closure of its base at Toulouse airport

Pyrénées road connecting France and Spain will be closed for months

UK-France ferry firms aim to expand time-saving deal from freight to cars

Multi-million euro private art collection to be auctioned in Paris in October

Consumer group finds ‘best milk chocolate’ in French supermarkets

Mother leads fight in France to find a cure for devastating genetic disease

Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in September

French authorities announce major reform to workers’ sick pay rules

British veteran of D-Day landings in France dies aged 104

Possible botulism outbreak linked to French market food, five hospitalised

New France-Germany border checks to begin from next week

British hiker's disappearance in France highlights importance of safety tech

France’s quickest traffic lights stay green for just 6-8 seconds

Alert over scam ‘useful numbers’ fridge magnets posted in letterboxes in France

Ten months of limited service announced for major train route in south of France

Profile: Mazarine Pingeot, Mitterrand's love child - and where is she now?

Sea swimmer drowns as violent storms hit southern France

Disposable vapes recalled in France due to packaging error

Driving app Waze update to make journey times in France more accurate

France’s annual supermarket wine sales: dates and deals autumn 2024

Marine Le Pen: ‘We expect Michel Barnier to act’

Weather in France September 9 – 13: Forecast by area this week

French workers called to join mass strike on October 1

Photo: 50-metre hole cuts road in two after storms in France

French flights hit by last-minute Gatwick disruption

Protests held across France against new PM Barnier - is more action expected?

Video: Impressive sea ‘waterspout’ spotted near coast in Brittany

€1 franchise fee proposed for medical devices in France

Shop olive oil: French consumer group names cheapest healthiest option

Franco-Lebanese tycoon acquires French media giants

Immigration, EU, pay: What are PM Michel Barnier's known policies?

Suspended jail term and fine for French MP in €114,000 expenses fraud

Danone drops Nutri-Score label on drinkable yoghurts after downgrade

Couple use official '90-day' calculator for French trip – but told dates wrong

French study praises ‘miracle product’ against bedbugs

Mediterranean storms and lots of rain: French weekend weather update September 7 - 8