https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from France in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed France has a longstanding reputation for being a nightmare for bureaucracy and red tape. But is it deserved? Our readers told us whether they think it's just an old, tired cliché or if there really is truth to the stereotype. https://www.thelocal.fr/20190118/cumbersome-and-unwieldy-is-france-really-that-bad-for-bureaucracy Fri, 18 Jan 2019 17:45:45 +0100 cumbersome-and-unwieldy-is-france-really-that-bad-for-bureaucracy The French government sought on Wednesday to downplay fears that workers will be left out of pocket as the country transitions to a pay-as-you-earn tax system that could fan the flames of a revolt over spending power. https://www.thelocal.fr/20190102/french-government-on-tenterhooks-as-new-income-tax-regime-rolls-in Wed, 02 Jan 2019 16:22:10 +0100 french-government-on-tenterhooks-as-new-income-tax-regime-rolls-in Thousands of employees in France have taken part in a new survey that reveals which companies are the best to work for. So, if you're looking for a job at a company in France, no doubt you will want to take note. https://www.thelocal.fr/20181205/revealed-the-best-companies-to-work-for-in-france-in-2019 Wed, 05 Dec 2018 18:15:52 +0100 revealed-the-best-companies-to-work-for-in-france-in-2019 Whether you’re filing your taxes, avoiding strikes or dreaming of spring weather, you already trust The Local for your news. But did you know that as Europe’s leading job site for international talent, we can also help you recruit your next dream colleague at work? https://www.thelocal.fr/20180419/how-the-local-can-help-recruit-your-dream-colleague Thu, 19 Apr 2018 12:49:27 +0200 how-the-local-can-help-recruit-your-dream-colleague