Archived Newsletter Issue 120 : Tuesday 06 March 2012
Inside you will find general news on France, as well as information and advice about buying property and living in France.
I look forward to meeting some of you at our French Village, A Place in the Sun Live, Earl's Court, London between 30th March-1st April.
David Yeates editor@french-property.com
Speed Camera Blackspots in France
There were nearly 13 million speed camera offences in France last year, and newly released information shows just where motorists are being caught.
06 Mar 2012
France in Court Over Water Pollution
The European Commission is taking the French government to the EU Court of Justice for failing to fully implement laws on nitrates.
06 Mar 2012
Veterinary Bills in France
Doctor’s fees may well be regulated in France, but that is not the case for veterinary bills. So what can you expect to pay?
06 Mar 2012
Building Construction Costs in France 2010
The average cost of constructing a new property in France in 2010 was €1,035m², slightly down on that for 2009 (€1,048m²)
06 Mar 2012
Property Prices in Paris for 2011
Property prices in Paris rose by an average of nearly 15% in 2011, according to the Chambre de Notaires de Paris.
06 Mar 2012
Languedoc Holiday Accommodation Prize Draw
Win a week in a holiday rental in the Languedoc, courtesy of Moreland Holiday Rentals.
06 Mar 2012
Grants and Loans for Energy Conservation
Grants for energy conservation works have not escaped budget cuts, but they are also now available with an interest free loan.
06 Mar 2012
Doctors Urge Caution Over Generic Medicines
Greater care is needed in the prescription of generic over branded medicines, according to the Académie Nationale de Médecine.
06 Mar 2012
Starting Up as an Micro-Entrepreneur
If you are proposing to set up business as a micro-entrepreneur then our recently updated comprehensive guide will help you on your way.
06 Mar 2012
Presidential 500 Signatures Rule
Should Marine Le Pen, of the far right 'Front National' party, be obliged to get the support of 500 mayors to run as a presidential candidate? asks Johnny Summerton.
06 Mar 2012
Advertise Your Property at The French Village, London, 2012
We have an excellent value private advertiser package for our French Property Event at A Place in the Sun Live, Earl's Court, London. Prices start from as little as £150.
23 Feb 2012
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