Rants & Bants! (The one where the London brain meets rural France)
About this episode
Micala returns to discuss various topics including cash-in-hand work in France and social media controversies.
Micala's back - and there's lots to chew over! In this episode: a Facebook post about deposits that had Micala seething before 4am, the growing crackdown on cash-in-hand work in France, and a very public social media post from some new arrivals that raised more than a few eyebrows. Plus, working from home in your pyjamas, the French social system defended, and a lovely shout-out from a well-respected voice in the renovating-in-France community. Resources mentioned: Renovations in France — Professional tradesman, Peter Gerrit's well-regarded Facebook group. Fix Radio — UK radio station and podcast for the trades, referenced during the episode. CAF (Caisse d'Allocations Familiales) — the French family allowance fund that provides housing and other support. Mini glossary: Devis — a formal written quote that, once signed, forms a binding contract. Should always include payment terms. Travail au noir — cash-in-hand work that is undeclared to French tax and social charge authorities. Both the worker and the person employing them can face serious penalties. BTP (Bâtiment et Travaux Publics) — the construction and public works sector; one of the top three sectors targeted by French…
People in this episode
Hosts: Rosie Ellis, Micala Wilkins, Sue Peake-Russell
Guest: Micala
Topics covered
- social media
- cash-in-hand work
- working from home
- French social system
- renovating in France
Keywords
- cash-in-hand work
- French social system
- working from home
- renovations
- social media
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Renovations in France, Fix Radio, CAF (Caisse d'Allocations Familiales)
Books & works: French Reno Diaries UNCENSORED
Places: France, London, UK
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