The French consulate estimates there are now between 300,000 and 400,000 citizens in London, an influx driven by young professionals who say there are greater opportunities across The Channel.

The French consulate in London estimates between 300,000 and 400,000 French citizens live in the British capital - many in London's cutting-edge creative hub, in the East End.

A more concrete means of cross-channel collaboration was launched at the event by way of a new £15,000 prize supporting a UK artist showing at Frieze London to show in a French institution.

French Embassy or Consulate Abroad Statute and miscellaneous references Decree No. 2003-1377 of 31 December 2003 on registration in the register of French nationals living outside France ...