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There is a lot of misinformation and confusion surrounding Covid-19. Please find below some useful links and videos from the British Government. Return to your homes This video details the most recent travel advice, requesting all UK nationals not resident…
We would like to share this message from the Foreign & Commonwealth Office. The Foreign & Commonwealth Office announced on 23 March that all UK nationals travelling in France should return to the UK without delay, whilst commercial options are still available. We now…
Unsurprisingly, the international news cycle has been full of Covid-19 developments over the past couple of weeks. What stories have hit the French headlines in the past week? Health Emergency Following an emergency meeting, France has declared a state of…
The dollar was by far the week’s strongest performer, rising an average of 4.8% against the other major currencies To a great extent the rush for the dollar is a reflection of the huge uncertainty posed by the pandemic. Despite…
In these uncertain times it can be difficult to separate the facts from the fake news. We’re on hand to answer your questions about how coronavirus affects France, and your plans. I own a holiday home in France and pay…
At the time of writing, France has had 674 confirmed coronavirus fatalities. How worried should you really be about coronavirus or, more specifically, the novel coronavirus Covid-19? Let’s look at some of the common rumours and myths. Covid-19 is the…
Covid-19 has been declared a pandemic, with many of us under quarantine or practising social distancing. If you haven’t had a chance to go outside and pick up a newspaper, don’t worry, we’re catching up with the latest French news.…
Every month the UK government hosts a Facebook Q&A for British nationals living in France, or planning to do so, to ask questions about what will happen with their rights, access to healthcare, money and family lives after Brexit. Here…
Animalcouriers are licensed animal hauliers with a UK State Veterinary Service Licence to carry animals by road throughout Europe. They also provide shipping solutions to places further afield. As members of the International Pet Animal Transport Association, they have high standards in their management of the animals they transport…
Every month the UK government hosts a Facebook Q&A for British nationals living in France, or planning to do so, to ask questions about what will happen with their rights, access to healthcare, money and family lives after Brexit. Here…
Every month the UK government hosts a Facebook Q&A for British nationals living in France, or planning to do so, to ask questions about what will happen with their rights, access to healthcare, money and family lives after Brexit. Here…
Every month the UK government hosts a Facebook Q&A, letting British nationals living in France, or planning to do so, ask questions about what will happen with their rights, access to healthcare, money and family lives after Brexit. Here are…
As Covid-19 dominates the news cycle for yet another week, we’re taking a look at the stories that mattered in France over the last seven days. Politics Eleven teams started tackling different elements of the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement. While some…
France is a popular place to go for entrepreneurs and businesspeople. If you’re going to start a business, why not do it in a dreamy location? With recent reports claiming that French people tend to be wealthier than in the…
The UK government has announced an exciting new measure to provide practical support to UK citizens living in the EU. What have they said, and what does this mean for you and your family? The British government is to allocate…
If you are a British expat living in France, you should be working with an international Conseil en Gestion de Patrimoine (CGP) – read on to learn how a CGP can transform your financial and legal affairs. More and more…
With Covid-19 dominating worldwide headlines, you’d be forgiven for missing some of the other news that has come out of France in the past week. Don’t worry, we’ve trawled the papers and internet to bring you the key stories you…
Retirement can be tricky to navigate in any country, and France is no exception. We spoke to Rosemary Sheppard, International Financial Adviser at Blacktower Financial Management Ltd. After the introduction of pension freedoms in 2015, financial advisers found that in…
If you’re considering selling your holiday property or French home, you probably have a lot of questions. In this guide we’re going to take a quick look at some of the most common queries and provide some links to more…
While last week’s storms were literal, this week’s were more political in nature. We’re catching up with the latest French headlines. Politics President Macron’s rival, Marine Le Pen, has boasted that she will “crush” the sitting president in the upcoming…
Fibreglass pools fall into the bracket of “one piece pools” and, more commonly in France, “monobloc”. That is to say they arrive at your property all in one piece! Fibreglass pools are a great option for a property in France. They…
First things first, the French social security system is considered as one of the best in the world. Since January 2016, everybody working or living in France regularly and stably is entitled to social security coverage. If you work in…
If you’ve made your dream of relocating to France a reality, you’ve doubtless had to navigate all sorts of lifestyle changes. Between the new language, the improved climate and typical new house admin, there are plenty of exciting challenges on…
Any readers in western Europe have likely has a slightly windswept week, courtesy of Ciara, Inès and Dennis. How have the storms affected France, and what other news should you know about? We’re taking our weekly look at the French…
After one of the mildest Januaries on record you might be considering opening your swimming pool early this year. How can you make sure your pool is ready for a brisk spring dip? Please note this guide pertains to chlorinated…
As winter slowly retreats and makes way for spring, you may find yourself looking into your frost-ravaged garden and wondering where on earth to start. If you want your flowerbeds to be the talk of the town by summer, you…
As many of us in western Europe are battening down the hatches from Storm Ciara, we’re taking a look at the news in France. How has the winter storm affected our friends across the channel? And what’s the latest news…
As Brexit and impeachment proceedings dominate the headlines in the UK and USA respectively, we’re taking a look at the news from France. What happened in the French headlines last week? Politics President Macron marked the day after Brexit by…
The UK and the EU parted ways on January 31st, following three years of discussion, dispute and ill-feeling on all sides. With the Withdrawal Agreement finally signed off, is our fate decided? What will happen now? Truthfully, numerous issues are…
For British nationals it is a set to be a big week, with the UK formally withdrawing from the European Union on Friday, but what’s been happening in France? We’re taking our weekly look at the past week’s French headlines.…
France is the biggest country in western Europe, with far-flung beauty spots and plenty of sights to see. Touring France by road is a fantastic way to make the most of it, and if you’re property hunting or planning to…
Citizens and travellers alike finally have some cause to celebrate as the Paris Metro strike finally ended today. But what else is happening in France? We’re catching up with the latest news headlines. Politics Members of the UNSA rail union…
You may have heard rumblings about an outbreak of flu and gastroenteritis in France. What’s happening, and should you and your family be concerned? Is there a flu epidemic in France? In December 2019 the French public health authority issued…
Do you want HUGE tax efficiency for your savings in France? Taxes can be tricky to navigate in any country, and France is no exception. We spoke to Rosemary Sheppard, International Financial Adviser at Blacktower Financial Management Ltd. When I…
January is often a time where we make big plans for the year ahead. We recalibrate after the Christmas break and make our New Year’s Resolutions. If one of your wishes for 2020 was to buy a French property with…
MGM, the leading alpine property developer, had a brilliant year. Not only did they launch numerous new developments, but they tripled their year-on-year UK sales figures, with Brits snapping up apartments in droves. Seven new developments are due to launch…
Every year new words and phrases are added to modern languages, often starting as slang and portmanteaux until they are formally adopted into the lexicon. For purists this can cause no end of hand-wringing and angst, but for more progressive…
It may only be the beginning of January, but the strikes in France are currently on their 40th day. We catch up with the latest changes in this battle of wills between the government and the unions, and see what…
With 2020 firmly underway, we’re taking a look at the new decade’s first full week of news. Straight from the headlines, here is the latest from France. Politics The pensions reform strike has now broken records, making it the longest…
Christmas is over and we are now poised on the brink of a new decade. What happened in France during the final week of 2019? Politics The strikes that have crippled France for the past month have still not drawn…
Hanukkah has started and Christmas is nearly here. We’re bringing you the past week’s news in France, ahead of the season’s festivities! Politics The pension reform strikes are far from over, with many unions threatening to continue their protests into…
If you own property in France you should to be aware of the rules around ‘domicile’. Daniel (Dan) Harris, Head of International and Cross-Border at Stone King LLP, explains why.
Last week brought us big news across the globe, leaving some people empowered and others devastated. From impeachment proceedings in the US to a Tory victory in the UK, we’ve all been overwhelmed with domestic news that could change history.…
When planning your move to France you will find that lots of rules and regulations are a little bit different to what you’re used to. Your car insurance is no exception, especially if you plan to keep your own vehicle…
If you have a UK Pension and you are over the age of 55 it may have occurred to you that you can access your pension for a lump sum and or income, be it to buy a holiday home…
Last week’s news in France was, predictably, dominated by the promised strike action. We’re running through what happened when the unions took to the streets, plus the other French news stories you may have missed. Politics President Emmanuel Macron and his…
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…
