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In this week’s news update, we’re taking a look at the latest headlines from around France. What has happened since last week? The French Prime Minister, Edouard Philippe, has said that the government is open to compromise on proposed pension…
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If you’re making the big move to France, you’re bound to have some precious items that you simply cannot leave behind. It might be the contents of your wine cellar, a work of art or even a grand piano. Whatever…
The past week has been busy for France. Don’t worry, we’re here to help you catch up with the latest French news in quick-and-easy chunks! Politics The strike planned for 5th December is growing in size, as new organisations pin…
One of the biggest challenges that expatriates face when moving to and living in France is the complexity of expat finances and this can be especially true in France with the complex inheritance and tax rules. Add to this problems…
France is a vast and diverse country. All the different regions of France have different landscapes, property types, speciality food and character features.This is where your search begins… HAUTS-DE-FRANCE At the country’s northernmost tip, Hauts-de-France is the new region created…
If you’re thinking about moving to France, you need to stay up-to-date with the latest news. We’re taking our weekly look at the French headlines and summing up the stories you need to hear. Politics To the chagrin of the…
A proposed law aims to modify inheritance tax rates to encourage the French to transfer their assets. Several senators have introduced a bill to reform the taxation of inheritances and gifts/donations. According to these elected officials, the transmission of assets…
The Dollar Strengthens Against the Euro A chorus of positive economic data was enough to drown out trade war tension heading into the Thanksgiving weekend for the USD. Trade talks resumed between the US and China, with both sides initially…
Euro continues to weaken It was a muted week for the euro. Early in the week, a slight improvement in business confidence in Germany was not enough to boost the euro as analysts considered the uncertain outlook overall and the…
We’re taking our weekly look at the French headlines. What happened in France over the last seven days? We’ve got all the latest scoops, from yesterday’s earthquake to the MPs demanding the right to urinate in peace… Political and Legal…
“Be prepared”. The motto is not just for the boy scouts, it particularly applies to French property renovations.
If you’re living in France, or plan to be there during the general election in December, you have two options for voting: by postal vote or by proxy vote. Concerns over unreliable postal systems have resulted in people being urged…
If you’re a British expat living in France, you may be wondering whether you’ll be able to vote in the general election on the 12th December 2019. Here’s what you need to know if you want your voice to be…
As the UK faces yet another general election and impeachment proceedings against President Trump have the USA enthralled, we’re taking a look at the latest news from France. What happened in French headlines last week? Politics As the UK braces…
As the EU grants yet another Brexit extension, we’re taking a look at all the other news occupying the headlines in France, from the serious to the silly and everything in between. Politics A man in his 80s was arrested…
It seems like the Brexit news never ceases, with controversy in the UK’s parliament this week as Prime Minister Boris Johnson is forced to ask for another extension to the deadline. We’re hopping over the Channel to find out what’s…
In French news this week we’re taking a look at the biggest headlines from France, from political updates to zoology. Catch up on all the latest from the Hexagon! Politics Five people have been arrested due to suspected links with Mickaël…
There are many things that are happening at the moment globally that we have little or no control over and we have to deal with the consequences of other people’s and politicians’ decisions. Whatever your opinion on Brexit and whatever…
As EU and UK top brass agree that a Brexit deal is achievable ahead of the deadline at the end of the month, the exchange rate from sterling to euros is higher than we’ve seen in months at £1.149 to…
Exciting news for FrenchEntrée fans in the USA: we’ve partnered with the Federation of the Alliance Française USA! We are proud to partner with the famous association, celebrating French culture and language. Always wanted to learn French? Keen to watch…
American political upheaval has dominated global headlines for the past week, with impeachment proceedings against President Trump becoming increasingly heated, and the president himself taking to Twitter with a series of bizarre tweets about Turkey. Meanwhile in France… Politics The…
If you own property in Brittany, it is likely that you will undertake some building or renovation work on it at some point, and that you will need some advice or the help of a professional to get it right. From new builds to restorations, there are…
For our US and UK readers, last week had some shocking events which could dramatically change the political landscapes for the United States and Great Britain. Between Prime Minister Boris Johnson losing his Supreme Court battle and impeachment proceedings against…
Today has had some shocking developments for the UK, with the prorogation of parliament by Prime Minister Boris Johnson being declared unlawful. These shockwaves could determine the outcome of Brexit. That said, we’re taking a look a tiny bit further…
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If there’s one topic you can rely on to provoke a heated debate among residents of France, it is taxes. You could even go as far as calling it France’s national sport, given the constant search by the whole population…
In the mood for a juicy steak frites? How to request the ‘doneness’ of a steak in French.
We spoke to Brian Furzer of Spectrum IFA about the pension advice you cannot do without. If you are in Nouvelle-Aquitaine and need expert guidance you need look no further. Brexit! Where will it lead to? Unsurprisingly, I can offer no crystal…
This week’s French news has good tidings for the pound, bad ones for art fans and a legal victory for a rooster. Find out more in our quick read about the news in France! Politics Whistleblower Edward Snowden has implored…
While Brexit still dominates the headlines in the UK and abroad, there is far more to talk about in the French headlines! Today we’re taking a look at some of the top French news stories. Politics The French government has…
Those of us who are based in the UK are seeing tumultuous times in the news, with a snap election potentially on the agenda. Meanwhile, we’re taking our weekly look across the Channel to see what’s been hitting the headlines…
Following the G7 summit in Biarritz we are seeing France in international headlines this week. We also have sharks off the coast of Gironde and a bungled boozy burglary in our news at a glance! Politics The G7 summit…
New museums, stolen sand and a Twin Festival. We’re looking at the past week’s news from France, from serious to silly. Politics American tech giants shouted in unison on Monday to show their joint dissatisfaction over plans to add a…
Ever since the recession banks have had to innovate more than ever to win back public trust and convince people to make investments. One of the most surprising recent moves has been by Danish bank, Jyske Bank, who have announced…
This week’s edition has news about Franco-American-Iranian relations, the evacuation of Bordeaux airport and lead poisoning risks in Paris. Read on to get up to speed with the latest and greatest in French news. Politics The head of the French…
Politics France has reiterated its opposition to Boris Johnson’s Brexit plan, and wants to “get past the stage” of negotiations. France’s state minister for European affairs Amelie de Montchalin says France would like to “calmly” navigate Britain’s new relationship with…
A new trade deal with Canada causes turmoil, and a French minister brands President Trump’s behaviour “moronic”. It’s all here, in this week’s news digest. Politics A number of politicians have been placed under police protection after eight offices were…
Would you like to own one of the best views in the French mountains? Discover 41 exceptional properties facing the majestic Montagne des Trois Dents, by the Parc de la Vanoise and at the heart of the Domaine de la…
You can connect with nature, with hundreds of kilometres of walks and cycle routes and the lake with a beach nearby at La Ferté Macé. Whilst rural there is plenty to see and do within a short drive. There are…
With the UK’s newsfeeds choc-a-bloc with commentary on Boris Johnson’s election as Conservative party leader, we’re taking a look across the channel at the latest news in France. Politics We’d be remiss not to reflect on how Boris’s new appointment…
In this special round up of the past week’s French news we’re talking taxes, bicycles and supervillains at the Bastille Day parade. Politics The French government have announced a new “eco-tax” for outgoing flights from French airports, as Paris declares…
Reader question: I would like some information about solar panels and any scheme which give a payback when the house is not occupied but is still producing electricity into the grid when we are not in residence to use any…
For many travellers planning holidays to France, taking their own car on a ferry is a popular, and convenient, option. Driving in France may seem a little daunting to begin with but you’ll quickly get the hang of it as…
The Tour de France is the ultimate challenge for any cyclist, and this year’s race is upping the ante. Or, should we say, upping the altitude? The 2019 route has been billed as “the highest Tour in history”, with cyclists…
After the referendum in 2016 the UK triggered Article 50, which serves notice on the EU of the UK’s intention to leave the European Union. But we all knew that.
People from all over the world fall in love with France, and purchasing a property on the other side of the world is a substantial undertaking. We take a look at how Australians and New Zealanders can finance their dream…
