French Life
Battle Against Pussy Galore
The French government have intensified action against those who abandon their pets, with the identification of cats now made compulsory.
10 Feb 2021
Parcel Delivery in France
Whether late delivery, lost parcel or damaged goods, what can you do if you have a parcel delivery problem in France?*
04 Dec 2020
Older Drivers and French Driving Licences
The French government is continuing to resist regular calls for more stringent controls on driving licences for elderly persons.
10 Nov 2020
Hunting Accidents in France
The hunting season began in France last month, and within days several accidents are reported.
06 Oct 2020
Back to School in France
Children in France returned to school this month, but twelve schools are immediately closed due to outbreaks of the Covid-19 virus.
04 Sep 2020
International Schools in France
There are many so-called 'international' schools that exist in France, but it is a term that is widely misunderstood.
09 Jul 2020
Covid-19 France - Relaxation of Lockdown
The French government have announced a cautious and conditional plan for easing the lockdown, commencing 11th May.
05 May 2020
Covid-19 France - Departmental Figures
An analysis of the current number of Covid-19 cases in France by department.
05 May 2020
Covid-19 - Return to School in France
French children are to return to school from 12th May, against the advice of government scientists, so how will it be done?
05 May 2020
Covid-19 in France - News Digest
A summary of the main Covid-19 developments in France over the past month.
03 Apr 2020
Covid-19 - Where are the Cases?
What are the departments in France most affected by the pandemic?
03 Apr 2020
Inequality in French Schools
The French school system is one of the most unequal on the planet, and one in which pupils perceive the least support from their teachers.
10 Dec 2019
Private Lycée Education in France
Despite the centralised nature of school education in France there are many private lycées in France, which are becoming more popular.
08 Oct 2019
Vocational Curriculum for Collège Pupils
A new vocational stream has been created for lower secondary school pupils in France.
10 Sep 2019
French School Calendar 2019/20
'La rentrée scolaire' has started in France, so what are the school term and holiday dates this year?
10 Sep 2019
Reform of the French Baccalaureate
The government have introduced a reform of the baccalaureate qualification, but there are doubts about how much will change.
10 Sep 2019
Residential Burglaries in France 2018
The number of burglaries in France went down in France last year, and a new study shows the variation in burglary rates in each department and region.
09 Apr 2019
Dog Owner Responsible for Horse Riding Accident
A recent case in the French courts provides an interesting insight into the legal framework surrounding the civil liability of owners for accidents caused by their pets.
09 Apr 2019
Merger of French Town Halls
The merger of town halls in France continued apace last year, but the reorganisation looks set to slow down over the next few years.
07 Feb 2019
French School Calendar 2018/19
'La rentrée scolaire' has started in France, with the return of a holiday for ascension, which was not granted last year.
06 Sep 2018
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