AFPThe beginning of the month signals a new raft of changes in France - and some may even leave you better off, if ever so slightly. Minicabs From September 1st, minicabs - known as VTCs in France - must have a visible round, red label, different from those carried by taxis. For an individual this means their monthly allowance will amount to a total of €545.48, representing an increase of €8.70. Disability allowance and pensionsPeople who have a job six months before they turn 62-years-old (when you can legally retire in France) will now be able to benefit from their disability allowance for six months after the legal retirement age. It will be necessary to clarify the points you are contesting or ask for it to be cancelled," said the service-public.fr website.

Source: The Local September 01, 2017 08:26 UTC