France has the world's highest rate of infant death by drowning in swimming pools.

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There has been much talk and a great deal of confusion about the recent legislation on French swimming pool safety. This legislation has already changed several times since the first proposals were voiced last year (2003). Further revisions by the French government are expected and it is therefore difficult to ensure that any information is always up-to-date.

What is clear is that there is a great deal of scare-mongering, profiteering and mis-information circulating. Where On Earth and World One Call (and their associates, affiliates and subsidiaries) are anxious that only the correct information is made available to our members. For this reason, we have removed any previous information that was displayed on this page.

For the most recent interpretation of the new French swimming pool laws, please follow this link. You will find a great deal of helpful advice, sensible self-help measures and guidance on how to proceed without being taken for a ride. Please remember that many emails currently circulating amongst holiday property owners carry misleading information; if you are unsure as to the authenticity of such an email, please contact The Where On Earth Group. We will be happy to give you free advice.

Please note that neither Where On Earth, nor World One Call endorse any product, manufacturer or supplier and offer impartial advice to our valued members.

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