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Living in Post-Brexit France

Laura McLellan 03/02/2020 0 Comments

So that’s it then! Three prime ministers, 3 and half years, a lot of fractious fighting… and finally Brexit has happened.  We’re out!

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Where have all the paracetamol gone?

Kate 28/01/2020 0 Comments

Painkillers such as paracetamol, ibuprofen and aspirin will now be stocked behind the counter in French pharmacies to promote appropriate use of pain-killing drugs.

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Castelnou Castle to reopen

Kate 24/01/2020 0 Comments

The medieval castle will welcome the public again in summer 2020

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Roadwork Reminder into Spain!

Kate 13/01/2020 0 Comments

Roadworks. If you’re thinking of heading into Spain,  watch out for  major roadworks as the region continues with its project of widening the A9 motorway.

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Free bus for NYE in Canet

Laura McLellan 20/11/2019 0 Comments

Helping you to make the most of your NYE celebrations, Canet en Roussillon is providing a free shuttle bus from 9.30pm to 2.30am

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A9 Roadworks Heading to Spain!

Kate 01/10/2019 0 Comments

Roadworks. If you’re thinking of heading into Spain,  watch out for  major roadworks as the region continues with its project of widening the A9 motorway.

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Too Good to Go

Laura McLellan 10/09/2019 0 Comments

The latest app creating a buzz for all the right reasons is Too Good To Go: designed to help reduce the staggering amount of food wastage we create.

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Delayed Dogs and Caught Up Cats

Laura McLellan 30/08/2019 0 Comments

A no-deal Brexit could cause headaches for pets travelling between the UK and Europe, with mandatory waiting periods of at least 3 months

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Did you know…?

Laura McLellan 08/08/2019 0 Comments

Did you know…?

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Académie de Musique, Villelongue dels Monts

Laura McLellan 15/07/2019 0 Comments

Académie de Musique 31st July – 11th August The Académie de Musique in Villelongue dels Monts is open to all musicians seeking to perfect their skills or enrich their musical understanding. Mentored by great figures…

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