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Belgium Rail Strike Snarls Eurostar and TGV Links to France
A nationwide rail strike in Belgium (25–30 January) has cut Eurostar, Thalys and TGV frequencies, severely affecting cross-border travel to and from France. Businesses face missed meetings and must navigate limited re-routing and compensation options.
French Police Arrest British Far-Right Activists Near Calais After Prefectural Ban
Two British far-right activists were detained on 26 January 2026 after defying a French prefectural ban on the ‘Operation Overlord’ anti-migrant protest in Calais. The arrests underline France’s readiness to use emergency powers, including deportation, to keep the Channel port running smoothly and protect migrants. Mobility managers should expect ad-hoc security cordons and factor potential delays into Calais-area itineraries.
Ryanair to Quit Clermont-Ferrand, Cutting Last Low-Cost Links to London, Porto and Fès
Ryanair said on 26 January 2026 it will close its base at Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport from 27 March, axing routes to London, Porto and Fès. The move—blamed on rising French taxes—cuts 40 % of the airport’s traffic and forces business travellers to connect via larger hubs. Firms in central France must budget for longer journeys and higher ticket prices, while policymakers face renewed criticism that green levies hurt regional connectivity.