Tag: France

  • Porte de France multimodal hub: preparatory works from June 2026

    A redevelopment project for the Porte de France junction in Saint-Genis-Pouilly, led by the local French authorities, is entering its preparatory phase. During this phase, utility companies will need to adapt and relocate existing water, electricity, gas, telecommunications and sanitation infrastructure ahead of the start of the junction works, scheduled for summer 2027. These preparatory

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  • Guitare en Scène festival |14-18 July | Special offer for the CERN community

    Guitare en Scène festival |14-18 July | Special offer for the CERN community

    Guitare en Scène festival |14-18 July | Special offer for the CERN community — Members of the CERN community are once again invited to attend the Guitare en Scène festival at a reduced price. You can enjoy a 10% discount on all tickets for any night of the festival, which will be held in Saint-Julien-en-Genevois

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  • Hantavirus: an update from the CERN Medical Service

    You may have seen recent news about a hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius. As of 12 May 2026, 11 cases (nine confirmed, two probable) have been reported, including three deaths. Affected passengers are currently hospitalised in Switzerland, France, Germany, Spain and the Netherlands. Hantavirus is typically contracted through contact with infected

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  • The French Post Office (Prévessin site) is permanently closing

    The French post office located on the Prévessin site (building 866- R-C06) will close on 27 March 2026. This decision was taken by La Poste due to the operating costs of the office and its low level of use. Those wishing to send postal items may visit the post office in Prévessin-Moëns or the one

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  • Burglary and thefts in public places prevention campaign

    Burglary and thefts in public places prevention campaign — The Swiss authorities warn of high risks of burglary during the holiday season. Risks can be considerably reduced by taking simple preventive measures: More information on the Republic and canton of Geneva website at : https://www.ge.ch/vol-cambriolage-dommage-propriete/cambriolages In the event of an incident in France, please refer

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  • 2026 Municipal Elections in France

    2026 Municipal Elections in France Written by: HR department — In accordance with the Staff Rules and Regulations, the Director-General may authorise members of the personnel to stand as candidates in local elections. Members of the personnel may thus become local councillors but they may not hold the office of mayor or deputy mayor or

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  • Information for members of the personnel residing in France: Energy Cheque in France

    Information for members of the personnel residing in France: Energy Cheque in France Written by: HR department — It has been noted that some members of the CERN personnel residing in France may have erroneously received assistance with paying their energy bills, in the form of an “energy cheque” (see https://chequeenergie.gouv.fr). This scheme, set up

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  • CERN at the Haute-Savoie Mont-Blanc International Fair 2025

    CERN at the Haute-Savoie Mont-Blanc International Fair 2025

    CERN met the general public at La Roche-sur-Foron, where visitors discovered how science shapes our daily lives

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  • “Twilight burglary” prevention campaign

    “Twilight burglary” prevention campaign — The Swiss authorities warn of high risks of burglary at this time of year. Risks can be considerably reduced by taking simple preventive measures: More information on the Swiss Crime Prevention website at: https://www.skppsc.ch/fr/sujets/cambriolage/ In the event of an incident, please refer to the information on the following websites: Host

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  • Capturing CERN’s diverse community

    Capturing CERN’s diverse community

    Members of the CERN community are now part of the project The French and those who live in France by renowned photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand

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