Est. 2024
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Urban Planning • Lead

The Final Phase of the Périphérique Reduction Begins

Despite mounting pressure from suburban commuter lobbies, the Mairie de Paris has commenced the reduction of the boulevard périphérique from 70km/h to 50km/h, accompanied by the conversion of one lane strictly for carpooling and public transit. Analyzing the traffic data from the first week reveals unexpected bottlenecks in the 13th arrondissement.

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Economics

Tourist Tax Revenue Exceeds Q3 Projections by 14%

The controversial hike in the taxe de séjour implemented earlier this year has yielded significant dividends for the city's transit infrastructure fund. According to data released Tuesday by the Ministry of Finance, the surplus will be directed entirely toward the acceleration of the Grand Paris Express Line 15.

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In Brief

  • 08:42 CET RATP Strike Averted: CFDT union leaders agree to terms regarding the upcoming automation of Line 13.
  • Yesterday Seine Water Quality: E. coli levels spike above threshold following weekend storms, suspending swimming trials.
  • Yesterday AirBnb Crackdown: 42 properties in Le Marais fined for exceeding the 120-day rental limit.