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The French “roadmap to freedom”
The French “roadmap to freedom”

The French “roadmap to freedom”

On 29 April Emmanuel Macron outlined the French equivalent of the UK’s “roadmap to freedom”, perhaps somewhat optimistically, given that France has the second highest European infection rates, after Turkey. The current infection rates for selected relevant countries are as…

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Bin collection dates 2021
Bin collection dates 2021

Bin collection dates 2021

Here are the bin collection dates for 2021. Let's hope that they come in handy, albeit later in the year!
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COVID-19 special disposal bags
COVID-19 special disposal bags

COVID-19 special disposal bags

The French Government has directed that used masks, tissues and other similar items must now be disposed of in a special bag, which is then placed in the non-recycling (green) bin. Here's the message: Start of the distribution of paper…
Martin MaloneAugust 12, 2020August 12, 2020 2020 No Comments
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Protected: Internet access
Protected: Internet access

Protected: Internet access

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24 July – IMPORTANT – hosepipe ban
24 July – IMPORTANT – hosepipe ban

24 July – IMPORTANT – hosepipe ban

Please note that with effect from 24 July there is a hosepipe ban in force, as a result of the recent very hot weather and corresponding drought. The restrictions apply to: washing of cars, other than at professional car washes;…
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Sorting out wifi at the house
Sorting out wifi at the house

Sorting out wifi at the house

First things first! This is a very geeky post and really only for those regular visitors who are frustrated with internet access at the house. Background We have had quite a challenge trying to sort out wifi and satellite TV…

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A great day at “Buckets”
A great day at “Buckets”

A great day at “Buckets”

Buckets Auberge Inn. What a strange name, but a definite visit for a nice lunch. It's an easy drive from the house. Go to the centre of St Martin and turn right at Le Petit Gurson. Follow the road down…
Martin MaloneJune 19, 2019June 20, 2019 Uncategorized No Comments
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Taxis
Taxis

Taxis

Getting a taxi Getting a taxi in France is not as straightforward as you might think. For a number of years we had the lovely local service of Maggy Taxi, based in Villefranche. That was significant because taxis charge from…
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New neighbours
New neighbours

New neighbours

We have new neighbours in the field behind the house. The fence is electrified so keep clear! It also makes turning the car into the drive a bit of a challenge. If you’re having a problem doing so it’s fine…

Martin MaloneApril 28, 2019April 28, 2019 Uncategorized No Comments
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30 Route du Lac
24610
Saint-Martin-de-Gurson
France
email Martin Malone
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