An introduction to the "Cheque Emploi Service" method of payment for domestic and garden staff workers. How it works, when to use it - as either employer or employee - and how to register in the system.

Information and links to daily French government information on the heat warnings and water restrictions for the summer season.

This is the place to ask questions and share information on anything to do with your house, renovations, building projects, swimming pools, furniture and interior design ideas.

Information on what to do when moving from France; including notifying schools and residency officials, closing bank accounts, ending contracts for utilities and insurance, exporting cars and moving pets.

Moving house is complicated: changing address, notifying EDF, GDF, the water and telephone companies, your satellite provider, tax office, bank. This list of essential "to-do" items should simplify your Gascony move as much as possible.

Problems with your telephone, water, electricity or gas? Find the contact number for EDF, GDF, France Telecom or your water company in the Midi Pyrenees departments (46) (12) (81) (82) (31) (32) (09) and (65)