FRANCE: New immigration policies will reflect EU law, minister says
France will incorporate EU laws on migration in its new immigration policies, Immigration Minister Eric Besson said on Wednesday, after Brussels raised stringent objections to the expulsion of hundreds of illegal Roma migrants from France. Read More
FRANCE: EU to launch legal action against France over Roma
EU Justice Commissioner Viviane Reding has told FRANCE 24 that Brussels will launch legal proceedings against France for breaching EU rules on freedom of movement during the country’s much criticised crackdown on Roma communities. Read More
FRANCE: Brussels postpones decision on Roma legal action
The European Commission has postponed an announcement on possible legal action against France over its expulsion of Roma migrants, saying “no decision has been taken”. Read More
EUROPEAN UNION: French ministers defend Roma evictions
France’s Immigration Minister Eric Besson (pictured) and European Affairs Minister Pierre Lellouche defended France’s tough policy towards Roma people in Brussels Tuesday as the European Commission voiced concerns. Read More
EUROPEAN UNION: France defends Roma explusions in Brussels
France’s Immigration Minister Eric Besson (pictured) and European Affairs Minister Pierre Lellouche defended France’s tough policy towards Roma people in Brussels Tuesday as European Commission voiced concerns. Read More
EUROPEAN UNION: EC asks France to explain Roma explusions
France’s Immigration Minister Eric Besson (pictured) and European Affairs Minister Pierre Lellouche are due in Brussels on Tuesday to answer to European Commission concerns over France’s tough policy towards Roma people. Read More
Is driving around in Paris the nightmare I imagine?
We (4 people) are considering renting a car to drive through Germany, Belgium and into Paris. There’s the option of leaving the car in Brussels and training it into Paris, but if would be more cost effective to drive and returning the car after dropping off our bags at the hotel. However, I’m kind of [...]
What is the best way to go to Brussels from Paris?
I want to travel to Brussels from Paris. The flight tickets are too expensive. Does anyone know of a train rail that is cheap for travelling to Brussels from Paris?