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France Agrees Inheritance Exemption — But Nobody Told the Notaires

7th Jul 2026

France Agrees Inheritance Exemption — But Nobody Told the Notaires

Early difficulties have become apparent in the implementation of the agreement between France and the European Commission on the application of forced heirship rules to estates governed by common-law inheritance systems.

Open Window, Closed Claim

27th Jun 2026

Open Window, Closed Claim

A burglary that took place during a hot August night on the Mediterranean coast has ended with a landmark ruling from France's highest court

France V Amazon

17th Jun 2026

France V Amazon

A long legal battle has ended over a delivery fee imposed on on-line book orders.

Tax on Small Parcels

23rd Mar 2026

Tax on Small Parcels

France has introduced a new tax targeting goods imported from outside the European Union, but it is already showing its limitations.

La Poste Price Increases

26th Feb 2026

La Poste Price Increases

Postal services prices have been increased substantially this year, but the state-owned group still runs at a loss.

Grants for Electric Vehicles

20th Feb 2026

Grants for Electric Vehicles

The government continues to offer grants towards the purchase of an electric vehicle, but with a tougher test of eligibility.

Mobile Phone Prices and Services

10th Feb 2026

Mobile Phone Prices and Services

Mobile phone offers in France are amongst the most competitive in Europe, states a new report.

Will France Finally Silence Cold Calls?

5th Jan 2026

Will France Finally Silence Cold Calls?

New laws come into operation this year to regulate unsolicited telemarketing calls, but enforcement has historically been ineffective.

Reform of Assurance Vie

10th Dec 2025

Reform of Assurance Vie

The French national auditor has called for a radical reform of assurance vie.

Tax Free Savings Account: Income Thresholds

1st Dec 2025

Tax Free Savings Account: Income Thresholds

Income thresholds which grant eligibility to a regulated tax free savings account have been increased for 2026.

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