Forgetting luggage on French transport can land you a hefty fine Fines vary from 鈧�72 to 鈧�1,500 depending on the level of offence, with 360 items left per week
What are the rules for 鈥榢ey boxes鈥� outside homes in France? The rules depend on where you want to install the box, and whose property it is
Home security cameras: what are the rules in France? Rules differ dependent upon the scope of any video camera
news New national burglary figures: How does your area of France fare? The newly-released data shows a rise in burglaries and most types of crime - although rates vary and are decreasing in some areas
Where are homes most at risk of burglary in France? Plus: tips to help avoid being a victim over Christmas holiday period
20 Ryanair passengers left at Carcassonne airport as plane takes off Travellers left grounded included a woman on the way to her daughter's wedding and a mother and son travelling for a chemotherapy appointment
What is the EU鈥檚 Etias visa waiver scheme? Britons, Americans, Canadians and Australians will be among the nationalities that will have to apply for the 鈧�7 Etias
French airport tests facial recognition instead of passport control The system allows for faster embarkation on certain European flights
Plans announced to increase security at French train stations Armed SNCF patrolling agents should also be given authority to intervene during terrorist attacks, said Transport Minister Cl茅ment Beaune
France placed on highest security alert - what changes for the public? Temporary emergency level was put in place on Friday after a teacher was killed in a knife attack in northern France. The incident is being treated as a terrorist attack
What does the term 鈥榝ich茅 S鈥� mean in France? What does it mean if someone in France is described as fich茅 S?
France tightens security around synagogues and Jewish schools The interior minister said France was 鈥榙oing everything we can for our Jewish compatriots, because what is happening outside of the country has repercussions in our country鈥�
How to use French post office鈥檚 new online identity system Latest version of Identit茅 Num茅rique La Poste aims to offer more protection to users than the existing FranceConnect system
Privatised Eurostar security will raise terror risk, says French union Baggage security checks at Paris Gare du Nord terminal are set to be outsourced, but customs officers fear a threat to safety and increased costs
New Olympic Intelligence Centre will coordinate security at Paris 2024 It will be a tough job, with events held at museums or landmarks and a free opening ceremony for 600,000 along the Seine - 鈥榳e can pull it off鈥� says organiser
New registration system for France鈥檚 five million gun owners Owners will need to register on a new IT system. The change is aimed at simplifying the process and improving security
Where is the safest place in France to live? France鈥檚 safest department of 2020 has been named, and it is geographically closer to Australia than it is to France.
Who has a key to get into my home letterbox in France? All postmen and women have a special key that allows them to open most French letterboxes
Keeping second homes in France secure after Brexit Helpful advice on keeping your property in France secure whilst unoccupied
French city warned over 鈥榠ntrusive鈥� use of CCTV to check number plates The data protection authority issued an alert to Valenciennes in connection with its agreement with Chinese technology giant Huawei for plate recognition and image analysis systems
The key to finding a good locksmith in France Look for a locksmith 'serrurier' who owns a shop and works in collaboration with networks of lock manufacturers, such as Point Fort Fichet or Bricard
Sci-fi writers help French army imagine wars of future A squad of sci-fi writers dubbed the 'Red Team' is helping the French army prepare for new technology conflict scenarios from 2030
Medical data of 500,000 put online in France cyber attack Hackers published stolen information including names, contact details, social security numbers, and medical history
Thousands protest across France against new security law Huge crowds were seen across the country this weekend in protest at the controversial new law, with clashes erupting in several cities
All police in France will wear body cameras by July 2021 All police and law enforcement officers in France will carry body cameras as standard from summer 2021, the government has confirmed.
Eurostar to provide contactless travel from UK to France It will soon be possible to board the Eurostar without showing a ticket or a passport, thanks to new facial recognition technology.
Police to use Google Maps to prove unauthorised building The use of satellite images to prove planning abuses is now allowed.
SMS scams on the rise in France Scam messages sent by SMS involving bank card details and unregulated premium-rate numbers have risen in France during the coronavirus pandemic.
Paris mayor hopeful calls for new armed police force New Paris mayor candidate Agnes Buzyn has said she would like to see a new force of armed municipal police in the capital, to address neighbourhood problems.
France plans 100,000 police for New Year鈥檚 Eve unrest More than 100,000 law enforcement officers will be mobilised across France tonight in anticipation of the expected car torching and unrest that is habitually seen in the country on New Year鈥檚 Eve.
France set to test facial recognition security cameras Security cameras that use facial recognition technology in public places could soon be tested in France by the government, a junior minister has said.
Burglaries in France down 鈥� but cybercrime up Burglaries and car theft rates are falling but violent offences and cybercrime have risen, a new official national crime survey shows.
Metre-long caiman found in river in south France A caiman - an alligator-like reptile - has been found in a river north of Toulouse (Haute-Garonne, Occitanie), in the south of France.
How artificial intelligence is changing security The city of Nice tested state-of-the-art facial recognition technology at its annual February carnival 鈥� with impressive results. Oliver Rowland visited the city鈥檚 video surveillance unit, which ran the tests, to see how it uses artificial intelligence. We also spoke to Confidentia, the Monaco-based firm which developed the cutting-edge software
French restaurant burglar became too drunk to escape A man who broke into a restaurant in northern France, and then drank so much of its alcohol that he was left unable to escape, has appeared in court.
G7 Biarritz: More than 13,200 police on security alert There will be 13,200 police officers and gendarmes in Biarritz for this weekend鈥檚 G7 summit, the French government has confirmed, saying that 鈥渘o unrest will be tolerated鈥�.
Surfing the internet safely while in France Now that I am in France I find I use my internet much more. How can I improve my online security?
Police will keep your French home safe during holidays Officers will keep an eye on your home in France as part of Op茅ration Tranquillit茅 Vacances
Why is France鈥檚 fire safety record such a disgrace? When Prince William last travelled to Courchevel 1850 with family and friends, he is said to have used a private jet belonging to the billionaire Duke of Westminster.
Nice Carnival cameras to test recognition software Experiment will take place using six cameras in one area over a two-day period
Make sense of ... French CRS riot police You may have seen CRS companies out in force 鈥� and in action 鈥� during the gilets jaunes protests.
French police unions in government talks on pay French police union representatives have met with minister of the Interior Christophe Castaner, to discuss overtime pay and compensation in light of the last month of protests, with nothing yet decided.
Homes in France at high burglary risk pre-Christmas Homeowners and residents in France are being warned that houses are at particular risk of burglary and theft in the run up to Christmas.
Time change for monthly warning siren tests France divided into three 'bands' for siren tests during run-in period for new software
High-tech innovations abound at Paris Motor Show 2018 New cars and innovations are being exhibited at this year鈥檚 Paris Motor Show, including self-driving vehicles, voice controls, and the first exhibition in France for French Renault offshoot brand, Alpine.
French homeowner lays explosive traps for burglars A man in his 70s in C么tes-d'Armor (Brittany) surprised the local gendarmerie this week after laying homemade explosive traps around his property, to deter and catch potential burglars.
Inquiry opened into Lyon airport runway car incident An inquiry has been opened into the storming of the runway at Lyon-Saint-Exup茅ry airport, which saw a man with 鈥減sychiatric fragility鈥� drive a stolen car in front of planes before being stopped by police.
When 300ml is not 100ml I recently took a flight out of Toulouse airport and arrived at security with a bottle of mouthwash into which I had put 75ml of mouthwash.
Anger over security bills for French festivals Rows have broken out after the government advised prefectures to bill mairies and other organisers of regional festivals for full cost of security at events including national and riot police, gendarmes and snipers.
Police can call by when you are on holiday If you are going away this summer, you can ask the police to pass by your empty home during their daily rounds.
Stop calls while driving A phone app helps motorists to ignore calls or texts that may disturb them 鈥� and possibly cost them a 鈧�135 fine 鈥� by blocking them and automatically sending back a message saying the person is driving.
French police steal bags to raise theft awareness Police in Strasbourg stole handbags and valuables from over 30 tourists and residents in public places this week as part of a campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of pickpocketing and theft.
More security for e-letters in France Registered letters are a part of bureaucracy in France to ensure important mail arrives.
European bad driving: French least likely to indicate How would you rate driving standards in France? A new report on European driving behaviour has found that the French are least likely to indicate, the Germans most likely to speed, and the Spanish most likely to honk.
Tight controls on World Cup fan zones No events in open public spaces due to security fears, insists Interior Minister - but matches can be broadcast in controlled zones
New agency tool helps generate secure online passwords National data protection agency La Cnil has created an online tool to help generate strong and easy-to-remember internet passwords, as many users are still risking fraud and data theft.
France condemns Trump gun comments on Paris attacks The foreign office has condemned comments by US President Donald Trump about the November 2015 Paris terrorism attacks, and requested 鈥渞espect for the memory of the victims鈥�.
Focus of Macron鈥檚 Australia state visit revealed The Elys茅e has confirmed that Macron's official visit is focusing on 鈥渟trengthening the strategic partnership鈥� between Australia and France, especially on defence and climate change, as well as food, art, and culture.
Eiffel Tower reopens after security staff strike The Eiffel Tower has reopened its doors to the public this weekend after it was closed by two days of strikes by security guards.
Government to put more police on patrol Interior Minister unveils first stage of scheme to add 10,000 officers to police ranks in five years
Security staff given right to carry gun when needed More than 2,000 private security staff could be armed
Nice locals asked to film crimes in new police app A smartphone app that allows the public to film and report crimes or incidents to the police - as they take place - is being tested in Nice.
France to give every prisoner a landline telephone France is to install a landline telephone in every prison cell across the country after a successful trial.
France legalises weapons for personal security staff Personal security guards are now permitted to carry weapons, according to a new law published in the Journal Officiel on December 31.
Security stepped up for New Year Nearly 140,000 police, soldiers and firefighters on duty to ensure New Year's Eve celebrations pass peacefully
Security stepped up for Christmas Nearly 100,000 security officers will be on duty over the holiday weekend
Hop! plane U-turns as man gets on wrong flight An Hop! Air France plane was forced to make a U-turn on the tarmac at Orly airport this week after a passenger accidentally got on the wrong flight.
Avoid airport gloom over festive travel Cabin baggage restrictions can still catch out even the most seasoned traveller
EU votes through tight border checks Britons entering EU's Schengen Zone after Brexit could be affected
France extends stricter border controls 'Persistent terror threat' cited as reason for six-month extension of tighter security at borders of Schengen-area neighbours
French ministry tricks own staff in email link sting Clicking on unknown email links can be dangerous, and now the French Economic and Finance ministry has proven just how easily email users can be tricked, with a sting campaign that intentionally duped its own staff.
