The European Commission has started infringements proceedings against France over the imposition of social charges on the property income of non-residents.
The decision follows an investigation by the Commission into whether the imposition of this tax on non-residents is compatible with European regulations.
The Commission has decided that it is not compatible.
You can read the full story on this at:
http://www.french-property.com/news/tax_france/social_charges_non_residents_eu_commission/