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Second homes, citizenship and fake news: 6 essential articles for life in France

We're running a special series on the pros and cons of buying property in France. We've looked at Brittany and Normandy ; the south-west ; the French Riviera and Provence ; and the Paris region – but here, we've asked property experts for their tips on where you should buy. Ask the experts: Where's the best place in France to buy a second home? French interior minister – and new, shiny, hard-talking leader of Les Républicains Bruno Retailleau has unveiled what he describes as a 'toughened up' regime for foreigners to acquire French citizenship – including the possible addition of a French history and civics test. Here's what we know so far about the changes. Explained: France's 'tougher' citizenship conditions (including history test) Did you know that if you take your annual holiday by train, the French train operator SNCF might give you a discount? Here's how the billet congé annuel works. How to get a discount on your French holiday train tickets It's the call that no-one wants to get from the garage – telling you that your car is only good for scrap. But how do you go about the process of scrapping a vehicle in France? Explained: How to scrap a car in France Something else – and more serious – that no one really wants to consider, but if you suffer an accident or long-term illness that means you cannot work, it's reassuring to know that assistance is available in France, even if you are not French. Advertisement The sickness and disability benefits that foreigners in France are eligible for France's cyber security agency has recently published a report warning about Russian-circulated fake news stories about the country – but versions of these 'alternative facts' often make it into respectable foreign news outlets. We look at some recent high profile stories where a Russian influence has been alleged. Can you spot the 'fake news' about France?