Speed restrictions in France – how fast NOT to go! by Neill Watson Anyone used to driving throughout Europe on UK plates smugly thinking you’re immune and un-catchable would do well to think…
French number plates Until 2009, the numbering system for French number plates dated back to 1950. The computer system which managed number plate registration was technically ancient and had nearly reached saturation…
Dial 15 for the SAMU (Service d’Aide Médicale Urgente)
DENTISTS IN FRANCE The tooth, the whole tooth, and nothing but the tooth Visiting the dentist in France….. France is well known for its exceptional healthcare service, and used to be one of the leading…
ADVICE FROM P-O LIFE FORUM Had a call from an indian call centre yesterday claiming to be from Microsoft, having detected some serious viruses on my computer. They knew my name address…
It is illegal in France to issue a cheque if you do not have sufficient funds in your account to cover it and you could be banned from writing cheques in the future
Useful addresses – where to go in Perpignan ANTIQUITÉS Rue de Sant Vicens. Sant Vicens 04 68 50 86 27. Ouvert du mardi au samedi. de 14 h 30 à 19 h 00. CAMPO…
Telephone scam
Who to call in a medical emergency Dial 15 for the SAMU (Service d'Aide Médicale Urgente) for EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT The SAMU is the French hospital based emergency medical service, providing around the clock phone…
Les Elections municipales in France If you are resident in France, and paying taxe foncière and taxe d’habitation, (whether you own or rent,) you have the right to vote in municipal elections and…