'My French property is overwhelming me and I may leave' Columnist Cynthia Spillman advises a reader whose French dream has turned sour
Letters: People in France must stand up to Trump's tariffs Connexion readers say boycotting US-made goods is the best way to respond
Comment: French rugby offers a community like no other Columnist Sarah Henshaw tells how her small-town club in rural Nièvre welcomes newcomers and with an unmistakable sense of belonging
magazine Comment: French solidarity is the antidote we need against ‘Thumpism’ Columnist Nick Inman argues that community cohesion is now more important than ever
Letters: End of BBC Sounds is too cruel for listeners in France Connexion readers say putting the service behind a paywall would be a better option
Comment: How caring for my cats taught me neighbourly etiquette in France Columnist Samantha David discovers the delicate balance of gratitude and friendship when asking for help from neighbours
'I don't want my sister to move to my French town' Columnist Cynthia Spillman offers advice to a reader who is worried her sister may disrupt her dream life in France
Comment: France needs to rethink Le Pen's ban from political office Columnist Simon Heffer says the court decision looks too much like a political hit job
Comment: Anti-French bravado is an embarrassing British anachronism Columnist Nabila Ramdani notes that the xenophobic jibes now only appear to go one way
'My language skills mean I am just not funny in French' Columnist Cynthia Spillman gives advice on how to convey your humour while learning French
Letters: France's wasteful healthcare system needs a rethink Reader says it would not be fair to ask people to pay more based on their age
Letters: The reality of finding a new doctor or dentist in France Finding a replacement is nigh impossible, says Connexion reader in Lot-et-Garonne
The magic of mayonnaise: Why a homemade emulsion always woos guests in France Plus, which shop-bought mayo brand is best?
Letters: Beware the financial cost of losing a spouse in France Connexion reader faced unexpected expenses and legal hurdles after their partner's death, which added stress to an already difficult time
Comment: I live in France and voted for Brexit - I regret it Legal consultant and former Brexit supporter Richard Gibbs reflects on the unforeseen challenges of Brexit
Comment: How France should respond to ‘bully’ Trump's tariffs Columnist Simon Heffer looks at the effect the brewing trade war may have on France
'I fear France may not welcome Americans due to anti-Trump sentiment' Columnist Cynthia Spillman offers advice on testing the waters before a big move
‘Devastated!’ Listeners in France respond to loss of BBC Sounds Many readers have shared their frustration at the loss of the app
Letters: BBC downsizing will hurt listeners in France Reader says little information is available about the broadcaster's plans to shut down its Sounds app and website in the Spring
Comment: French restaurants still do not get the idea of serving vegetables Columnist and vegetarian Sarah Beattie looks at the slow progress of non-meat options
Letters: I took French driving test at 63 rather than swap my UK licence Connexion reader says it cost €530 in total
Letters: French driving theory tests are too hard for older drivers Connexion reader says they are designed as a hurdle for younger drivers
Letters: Waste collection in France needs a rethink Connexion reader says the complex system means rubbish builds up and dogs attack the bins
'I am too afraid to drive in France - it feels like the wrong side of the road' Columnist Cynthia Spillman gives her advice on acclimatising to French roads and motorways
Comment: Nesting swallows have become a pest at my French home Columnist Samantha David is irked but the birds enjoy protected status
Letters: ETA online link for people transiting through UK to or from France It is recommended to use the app to get an electronic travel authorisation - but this reader managed to apply without it
Comment: France's rural entertainment is real, raw and - usually - outstanding Local theatre is still the beating heart of the community in many French towns
Letters: Postal delays meant Christmas cards took five weeks to reach France Readers complain of gifts arriving well into the new year
Letters: French is a hard language - even for native speakers Reader recounts his struggle to find access to more modern teaching methods
Letters: French vegetarian burgers are still a work in progress Reader bemoans the lack of meat alternatives available in restaurants
Comment: Signs of climate change are all around us in France Columnist Nick Inman says the complex overall picture may be beyond us but the clues are within the reach of all
Letters: I'm tired of second-home owners complaining about life in France Connexion reader questions people's problem with higher taxes and the 90/180 day rule
Letters: Our names always raise a smile in France Readers share their anecdotes about adapting their names to French
Letters: Free banking is so hard to find in France Reader notes with displeasure that he must now pay regular charges on his account
Letters: France has problems but following America is not the answer Connexion reader says a veer to the right would make France lose the kindness that sets its culture apart
'We live in France but really miss our grandchild in the UK' Columnist Cynthia Spillman looks at ways to deal with the feeling of missing out on life's milestones
Letters: France's energy audit system does not work for stone properties Readers say the diagnostic de performance énergétique system heavily favours recent properties
Letters: €24,000 is how much we need for a comfortable life in France Connexion reader has kept a careful record of income and expenditure
Letters: France needs immigration to sustain its tax revenue Reader argues that the country's aging population creates an unbalanced economy
Letters: Age should not be an obstacle for adopting a pet dog in France Reader says over-70s need to be given the chance to take care of dogs who have no home
French visas and residency card applications: Connexion readers share their experiences The complex process is a challenge for many - including Britons, Americans and second-home owners
Comment: Uproar over Indian journalist reveals French approach to power Prominent news anchor Palki Sharma Upadhyay 'dared' tell the president his video on AI was 'not funny'
Comment: France's far-left leader is an increasingly pointless political dinosaur Columnist Simon Heffer looks at how the veteran leftist Jean-Luc Mélenchon has split his own party
'We're fed up of visitors staying too long at our home in France' Columnist Cynthia Spillman gives her advice on setting boundaries for guests
Comment: The last thing France needs is a debate on national identity Columnist Nabila Ramdani notes the right-wing turn of Prime Minister François Bayrou's government
Has skiing in France become more dangerous? Connexion readers respond Many wrote in after a recent article and letter about problem skiers
Letters: French food is unseasoned and bland, bland, bland Connexion reader says it is one of the few disappointing things about living in France
Letters: French authorities do nothing about dangerous dogs Connexion reader says the response by gendarmes was disappointing
Letters: France should ban harmful oils to curb obesity Connexion reader says working people do not have the time to cook healthy food
'I feel sorry for all the stray cats in my French village' Columnist Cynthia Spillman gives her advice on what to do with abandoned - or feral - felines
Letters: Out-of-control youths are ruining French ski slopes Connexion reader says the issue of dangerous skiers is becoming more and more serious on the piste
Letters: French food is fine but lacks spice Connexion readers say they struggle to find decent salsa in France
Letters: 'We cannot treat an injured fox due to French wildlife rules’, claims vet Connexion reader says the vet refused to treat the animal 'to prevent the spread of diseases'
Letters: The French advice to wear the same t-shirt for days is quite right Connexion reader says people should wash clothes less often to help save water
Comment: The word bacon comes from Old French - so why is it so hard to find? For columnist Sarah Henshaw the pork product represents a profound cultural divide
Help! We are surrounded by English people in France Columnist Cynthia Spillman gives her advice on how to feel more 'French'
Letters: French translation apps are ridiculous, but AI can do the job… sometimes Readers share their disappointment with automatic translation
Letters: French sliced bread is clearly inferior for sandwiches Readers spar over France's sugary sliced bread being too sweet and whether the UK version is superior
Letters: Here is a cheap way for second-home owners to get internet in France Connexion reader suggests a flexible and cost-effective alternative to a fixed contract
Letters: I was a victim of number plate fraud in France - twice A Connexion reader gives advice on how to appeal against unjustified fines
Letters: A bande dessinée helped me understand a serious issue in France Reader shows how the French culture of graphic novels is useful as well as enjoyable
Comment: Forget the sales - get your bargains elsewhere in France Columnist Samantha David notes that savings can continue even though the January sales are ending
Letters: Ski resorts disfigure France's breathtaking mountains Connexion readers share contrasting views on the winter sports industry
Letters: Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» struggle to say my name - or translate it Connexion readers share their anecdotes of cross-cultural confusion
Letters: French recycling rules just lead to more waste Connexion readers say the system pollutes communes and attracts vermin
Letters: A tontine clause may ease inheritance fears in France Connexion reader suggests a way of avoiding complications over the transfer of an estate
Letters: We can live comfortably in France on €15,000 a year- in a city with no car Connexion readers share the annual budget they need to enjoy their retirement
Comment: Spat between France and Algeria opens old wounds Columnist Nabila Ramdani tells how tempers between the countries flared after the arrest of a TikTok influencer
Letters: France needs more immigration to help its ageing population Connexion reader disagrees with Simon Heffer calling it a problem
Comment: Jean-Marie Le Pen’s death will further detoxify Marine’s politics – but not completely Columnist Simon Heffer looks at how the former leader's party has changed since 2007
Letters: France is getting better at providing vegetarian options Connexion readers say that a cultural shift is underway - but progress takes time
Letters: Delivery fees make it uneconomical to receive packages in France Connexion reader says that it is not realistic to declare the value of gifts received from the UK
Letters: French healthcare system means people have to stay informed Connexion reader notes that the lack of structure in France forces people to access care themselves
Letters: Calls for Macron to resign do not help French politics Connexion reader says that France should learn from its neighbours in forming coalition governments
Letters: French politics needs to veer right to cut costs Connexion reader says that France can reverse its fortunes by following the example of the United States
