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Finance 51 - 56 COSTA BOOST: More tourists expected this year.
5.6 million tourists expected on Costa
SOME 5.6 million visitors are expected on the Costa del Sol this summer, according to the president of the Tourism Board, Elias Bendodo. Eight per cent more tourists are expected between June and September this year compared to 2013, while overnight stays are expected to increase by 9 per cent. Bendodo said more
tourists are expected from abroad, especially the UK, Germany, France and Scandinavia, but also from within Spain. Airlines have increased their available places on flights connecting with Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport by 5 per cent to 11.5 million. The Tourism Board, Bendodo said, will also put more effort than ever into promoting the Costa
del Sol as an all-year tourist destination to attract more people out of season. There will also be campaigns to promote the many attractions of the area, apart from its weather and beaches, including leisure, culture and gastronomy. Bendodo added that inland tourism is already on the rise and that this must continue.
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NEWS More demand THE Guadalhorce Valley has seen a rise in the demand for school places for three-year-olds for next term, as many young families have settled there. Collectors’ fair A COLLECTORS’ fair will be held at Estepona Bullring on Saturday from 10am to 8pm and on Sunday from 10am to 3pm.
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Man reported for beating dog A MAN has been reported to the Local Police in Mijas for allegedly beating his dog. The events took place on El Torreon beach in La Cala, where a Karate class was being held in the open air. At one point, a dog ran up to the mother of one of the participating children and sat down next to her on the sand. A man reportedly came running after it and dragged it away before punching and kicking it for more than a minute. Parents and others
New name THE congress hall in Marbella is to be named after the recently-deceased Adolfo Suarez, the first prime minister of Spain’s democracy. Online mailing COURTS in Malaga Province have sent almost 484,500 legal notifications via the internet so far this year, cutting the cost of posting them. Fire-starter A MAN, 42, has been arrested in Malaga for allegedly setting fire to rubbish bins and a parked vehicle.
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taking the class, including two off-duty National Police officers, reprimanded him and he headed to a nearby beach restaurant. Several witnesses called the police but he refused to wait for them and said that his behaviour was normal. The police took statements from witnesses, one of whom has made an official complaint against him with the Guardia Civil, who are now attempting to take the dog away from the owner with the help of the Local Police.
80 per cent are happy at work
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ODAY (Thursday) is Labour Day, and as most of us spend more time at work than anywhere else, it is important to be happy there.
Free courses SOME 450 businesspeople will take part in free courses to improve tourism competitiveness in Malaga, Benalmadena, Marbella and Nerja.
Almost 80 per cent of workers in Spain say they are happy with their job, according to a survey by temporary work agency Adecco. Almost 79 per cent believe that contentment in the workplace is more important than having a higher salary. But for more than 71, having a stable job is more important than being happy in the workplace. This explains why
Rubbish dumping ESTEPONA Town Hall is preparing two local laws to prevent fly-tipping and plots being abandoned. Period parade THE second ‘Ronda Romantica’ period costume fashion parade will be held from May 30 to June 1. There will be many other activities to complement the event.
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Quote of the Week It’s so sad. I live on €300 and with the help of my 88-year-old mother,’
Rosalia Iglesias, the wife of former Partido Popular Treasurer Luis Barcenas, facing charges in court in the Gurtel corruption case.
CONTENT: Most workers believe being happy is more important than a higher salary.
almost 63 per cent wouldn’t leave their current job even if they weren’t happy. However, more than 81 per cent believe they would be happier if Spain had working hours similar to the rest of Europe or if they could work more from home. And 41 per cent believe they would prefer to have their own businesses. Meanwhile, amongst the unemployed in Spain, the average level of happiness is 5.4 out of 10, which would increase to 8.1 out of 10 if they found a job. And not having a job will lead to fewer women being treated for Mother’s Day, which is marked on the first Sunday of May in Spain, as 80 per cent of couples say they are delaying having a family because they are out of work. Before the financial crisis, the main reason for not having children was ‘not having found the right partner’. The Spanish Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics reports that lack of work also affects the decision of how many children to have, and at what age women decide to become mothers.
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are currently held in 5,117 women Spanish prisons, representing 7.6
per cent of the total number of inmates, when the European average is 5.3 per cent. Drugrelated crimes are behind the majority of incarcerations, followed by theft.
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Summer heat cranks up TEMPERATURES in Malaga City and some parts of the province reached more than 30º Celsius last weekend, attracting many people to the beach.
Costa del Sol coffee BRITISH chain Costa Coffee has opened its first establishment in Plaza de la Constitucion in Malaga City. The company also has plans for another in Fuengirola.
Man injured A MAN was seriously injured when a log fell on him while he was cutting down trees in Alcaucin. He had to be airlifted to Axarquia Hospital.
Road improved ALHAURIN EL GRANDE Town Hall is carrying out roadworks on the Camino de Coin to widen pavements and create a new pedestrian crossing.
Hiker rescued A MAN, 40, had to be rescued by Guardia Civil after he broke his leg while hiking in the Sierra de Humas area of El Chorro.
And finally... A MAN, 32, was arrested in Madrid for allegedly stabbing his 19-month-old son to death and seriously injuring his other son, aged five. The children’s mother and grandmother witnessed the scene which occurred when they went to pick them up.
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Library visitors
THE number of visits to Estepona Municipal Library rose by 3,500 last year, to 63,575, and registered users rose by 1,236 to 6,659.
More flights TURKISH AIRLINES is considering increasing the frequency of flights between Malaga and Istanbul this year.
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A positive outlook for the May Day long weekend AFTER what has reportedly been an excellent Easter, hoteliers in Malaga are expecting occupancy levels of at least 80 per cent for the May Day long weekend. According to the State Meteorology Agency, the forecast for the period is for full sun most days, a little cloud occasionally and temperatures of at least 20ÂşC. This should attract many who have
not yet made a reservation, but hoteliers are already positive that numbers will be up, especially amongst Spanish tourists, and that the positive trend will continue from now until the summer. In recent years, Spanish tourists had been travelling less to the Costa del Sol. But this changed over Easter, and with many being able to
take their holiday from today (Wednesday) until Sunday, the area with its many cultural and gastronomic offers, as well as its sun, sea and sand, will attract visitors from near and far.
Malaga City will be amongst the favourite destinations, but the whole of the Costa del Sol is booked for a positive start to May. If the trend continues, more than 10 million people are expected
A good run for the animals GEORGE MITCHELL recently completed a run from Fuengirola to Gibraltar in aid of the animal charity CHAIN (Charity For Animals In Need) which is based in La Trocha Commercial Centre, Coin. George completed the run in a gruelling 27 hours and raised a total of â‚Ź207 for the charity. THANKS: George with his mother Lisa and Denise Walker (centre) Manager of the CHAIN charity shop.
to visit Costa hotels this year. Now, hotels will have to battle to keep their prices competitive as well as profitable, but are happy that tourism is taking a major step in the right direction.
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A gift from the Sheikh for Idaira
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China connection THE General Manager of Air China in Spain, Han Pen Yu, visited Malaga to study the possibility of launching flights from the airport.
Ice skating THERE are plans for an ice-skating rink in the park in the San Pedro Alcantara boulevard, which is being built above the underpass.
New palace MARBELLA City Hall has approved a change in the General Plan for Urban Development (PGOU) to erect another palace near the one of the Saudi Royal Family.
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PEOPLES’ FAIR: One of Fuengirola’s most popular events.
International Fair THE 20th edition of the International Peoples’ Fair will be held in Fuengirola from today (Wednesday) until May 4. The local councillor for Tourism, Ignacio Souviron, said that this year the fair, which attracts up to a million visitors and is one of the town’s most popular events, will be more special than ever. The slogan is ‘Around the World in Five Days’ and visitors will get a taste of the customs, gastronomy and
folklore of 33 countries from around, including newcomers Austria, Jamaica and Senegal. Spain will have a special role. The fair will be open from 1pm to 4am every day with a commemorative event today (Thursday) and the traditional parade of all participating countries on Saturday. Sponsors include San Miguel, Coca-Cola, Club la Costa, Solan de Cabras and the Andalucian Tourism Board. More than 500 direct jobs will be created, 500 artists will
be in the city, and it is hoped hotels will be fully booked. More information available on www.visitafuengirola.com. There will be a ‘Taste of Malaga’ stand, to promote local products at the entrance to the fairground where businesses will promote their honey, olive oil, wines, cakes, olives and cheeses. The stand will open 1pm to 10pm. There will also be an International Trade Fair with 75 stalls with food, leisure and fashion products.
QATARI Sheikh Abdullah Bin Nasser Al Thani has promised to pay for medical equipment for a girl with a hereditary disease to make sure she does not have to visit hospital so frequently. Idaira Osuna turned two in February and lives with her parents in Arroyo de la Miel. She has spinal atrophy, a neuromuscular disease which causes her to progressively lose strength in her muscles. Considered a rare disease, it affects 1,500 people in Spain and the life expectancy is of 24 months. Events are held to raise money for her treatment, but during her last visit to Barcelona, where she is treated, her parents were told that she would need a machine to remove mucus from her lungs, which costs some €5,000 and is not available in Andalucia. The owner of Malaga CF heard of her case and decided to pay for the equipment, which will avoid 70 per cent of the hospitalisation she could require. To find out more about Idaira, visit www.todosconidaira.com.
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Lorry fire A LORRY caught fire at kilometre 178 on the A-7 motorway near Puerto Banus, causing two lanes to be closed to traffic for almost 10 hours.
Chemical ban A BAN on the use of herbicides containing glyphosate and pesticides containing Neonicotinoids in public areas has been approved in Mijas due to the health risks.
River open PART of the River Guadalmedina in Malaga will be opened for public use and authorisations will be available to hold events in the area.
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Max Clifford found guilty of sex abuse PR guru Max Clifford has been found guilty of a string of sex offences against teenage girls. The guilty verdicts involve four women, who were aged between 15 and 19 at the time of the offences, which took place between 1978 and
1984. Clifford was found guilty of eight indecent assaults. He was cleared of two charges and the jury was unable to reach a verdict on one other. The verdict follows a six-week trial in which Clifford
Tourists take on thief TWO Taiwanese tourists visiting Ronda used martial arts to prevent a crime. The two men were at the Mirador de Aldehuela, when a man tried to steal a mobile phone from a woman. One of the tourists used a martial arts hold to immobilize the would-be thief. Another helped him to restrain the man until the Local Police arrived. RONDA: Have-a-go tourists thwarted mugging.
was accused of manipulating seven girls and women into performing acts of a sexual nature between 1966 and 1984. Publicist Clifford, 71, has become the first person to be convicted in the high profile Operation Yewtree investigation at Southwark Crown Court. The six male and four female jurors had started an eighth day of deliberation yesterday morning (Tuesday). Clifford has had a high profile on the Costa del Sol with the Max Clifford Celebrity Golf Tournament raising hundreds of thousands of euros for charity. Trial prosecutors portrayed Clifford as a successful manipulator who promised to boost his victims’ careers and introduce them to celebrities in exchange for sexual favours. Clifford, who branded his accusers as ‘fantasists and opportunists’ and described his arrest as ‘a nightmare’, has been released on bail. He will be sentenced on Friday.
Organised crime gang detained after spate of violent robberies NATIONAL POLICE have detained an organised crime gang in Malaga, believed to be responsible for at least 10 violent robberies. The robberies were reported in Malaga City, Benalmadena and Alhaurin de la Torre. Seven people have been arrested, one of them under 18, charged with robbery, belonging to a criminal organisation and causing bodily
harm. Seven properties were searched during which the police seized jewellery, a mobile phone and clothing used while committing the robberies. The gang targeted elderly people, snatching their bags or any jewellery they were carrying. In one case, they beat the victim to obtain what they wanted. Two of them have been remanded in prison.
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Good takings for congress CONFERENCE and meeting-related tourism on the Costa del Sol increased by 5 per cent last year and generated an income of more than €411 million.
Food tourism TWENTY-THREE unemployed young people took part in a course organised by Malaga Provincial Government to become Gastronomic Tourism Guides.
Sewage plant THE Junta de Andalucia has put works for the reformation of Cañete la Real sewage plant out for public tender with a budget of €2.2 million.
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New skirmish increases tension in Gibraltar THE Royal Gibraltar Police (RGP) intervened after the Guardia Civil Maritime Service (SMGC) allegedly intercepted smugglers in Gibraltar waters. The incident happened when an SMGC boat intercepted a light craft, in the Bay of Algeciras, which was found to be smuggling around 250 packets of cigarettes. They stopped the boat, arrested the crew and piloted the craft themselves. When they were on their way back to the Spanish port of La Linea, the RGP arrived and allegedly rammed the light craft twice and asked the Guardia Civil to stop as they were in Gibraltarian waters. Finally the situation calmed down but not
THE ROCK: Gibraltarian and Spanish boats clashed. without both sides calling for back-up; one boat arrived on the side of the SMGC and two patrol boats to support the RGP. The government of Gibraltar has assured
the press that the incident took place in Gibraltarian waters and that the SMGC had no jurisdiction there. It also denied any ‘ramming’ of the light craft.
The Spanish government has asked for more clarification on the exact action taken by both sides as they feel that the SMGC acted correctly within Spanish waters.
NEWS Rumour has it Putin is in town IT has been rumoured that Russian President Vladimir Putin has purchased property in the exclusive Zagaleta urbanisation in Benahavis, near Marbella. According to the Vanitatis section of Spanish online daily El Confidencial, Putin is building a 4,000square-metre mansion on a 17,762-squaremetre plot. According to local Spanish daily newspaper La Opinion de Malaga, the figures at least are correct, and the real estate sector points to Putin being a new resident in the area, despite the property not being in his name. Some say that he has visited the work, which has been going on for some years, incognito.
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World Vision Spring Gala Dinner & Musical, Puente Romano Saturday 24th May Puente Romano presents a wonderful musical evening in aid of International World Vision Charity on Saturday 24th May. Collaborating with this event are local businesses and main sponsor, the Euro Weekly News. The evening commences at 8pm with cocktails and canapés in the open-air patio of Salon Andalucia. The canapés are provided by Michelin Star Chef Dani Garcia, the hotel’s newest collaborator and restaurateur, providing his famous style of cuisine from the recently opened restaurants in Plaza Village, ‘Dani Garcia Cocinacontradicion’ and ‘Bibo’. The gastronomic journey continues once guests are seated in the stunning Ballroom of the hotel; a four-course meal prepared by the award-winning Chef Thomas Stork includes such delicacies as Tuna Tataki, Red Mullet & Black Venetian Risotto, Beef Tenderloin, and to finish a spectacular Champagne Dome with Wild Strawberries. Wine chosen by our sommelier to complement the cuisine and soft drinks are included throughout the evening. The entertainment is a non-stop extravaganza of singing and dancing, featuring the extremely talented Peet Rothwell performing the best of Michael Bublé; Alison Limerick, an international recording artist with a string of number one hits from the 90s will be adding a mix of her best known tracks, creating an electric atmosphere; and culminating in a performance by D&Co, with the music of The Commitments. Guests are encouraged to take to the dance floor, whether your music of choice is a slow dance to ‘Wonderful Tonight’, the 90s’ anthem ‘Where Love Lives’ or an upbeat boogie to ‘Mustang Sally’.
Tickets are now available to buy for 120€ per person to include the Cocktail & Dani Garcia Canapés, four-course meal with wine included and entertainment. Please contact us on 952 820 900 / restaurantes@puenteromano.com
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New Estepona roundabout planned ESTEPONA Town Hall has reached an agreement with the Ministry of Public Works to build
a roundabout in the Arroyo Vaquero area. Councillor for Public Works,
Infrastructures and Tourism, Ana Velasco, explained that residents and businesses in the
MARINA FIRE: A speed boat burst into flames.
area have been asking for the roundabout since 2007, in order to improve the access to the A-7 motorway from this part of the town. There used to be a roundabout in place, but it was removed in 2002. Construction of the new one will cost €100,000 which will be paid for by businesses and residents’ associations in the area. Work is due to start this month and should be finished for June. The roundabout will also provide access to the hotel in the area and the plot of land where the Junta de Andalucia was due to build a hospital in 2007. The town hall is carrying out more roadworks on the finally towed away in what must have outskirts of the town to been a difficult operation due to the improve access roads heat and danger from the fire. It was completely destroyed and two people and connections to on board had to be treated for slight urbanisations, as well as burns and hypothermia after being resurfacing many local blown into the water. roads.
Fire threatens Banus boats A SPEED BOAT burst into flames and threatened to set fire to yachts in Puerto Banus. According to eyewitnesses the four-metre-long speed boat was being refuelled when an explosion set it on fire. Martin Porter, who is on
holiday from the UK, took this photo. He said: “First it exploded, then it started drifting and headed straight for these luxury yachts. There would certainly have been some very worried multimillionaires about!” He added that the speed boat was
Fence thieves and drunk driver arrested in Mijas MIJAS Local Police have arrested two people charged with stealing 50 metres of fencing worth €900 from a plot
of land in El Chaparral. A resident in the area called the police after spotting the two men removing the fence. The
would-be thieves told the police officers that they needed the fencing because they had some animals on a property and didn’t want them to escape. Another man was arrested in Las Lagunas after he was caught drunk-driving. The police spotted a vehicle and noticed that one of the back doors was open and someone was sticking out their legs occasionally while the car was still moving. The driver initially refused to give them his ID or take a breath test, and reportedly became aggressive towards the police officers. He was arrested on the spot and charged with dangerous driving and failing to obey the authorities.
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Guinness record AT the Sports Festival in Malaga on May 18, more than 25,000 people plan to do the same exercise at once for at least a minute to attempt a Guinness World Record.
Cameras go FOLLOWING complaints that the system is not working properly Ronda Town Hall will remove cameras to control parking areas and install meters instead.
No salary TWO security guards at Mijas Racecourse have complained that they haven’t been paid since last year as the town hall has a debt with the company for which they work.
Cutting costs FOREST rangers have criticised the Junta’s order to keep fuel costs to €65 per vehicle per month in Malaga as they say lack of proper surveillance will lead to fires.
Red-handed NATIONAL POLICE have arrested five people who were caught attempting to steal items from the storeroom of a tobacconist in Malaga.
Paying off THE mastermind in the Malaya corruption case, Juan Antonio Roca, has started selling off his assets to obtain €30 million which he owes to Marbella City Hall.
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E-cig scare CASES of poisoning due to the use of ecigarettes appear to be on the rise, being the reason for 35 emergency calls so far this year, compared to 29 throughout 2013.
Go to jail THE family of a girl abused by her uncle in Huelva when she was eight will demand that he enters prison to serve a two-year term. He currently lives opposite their home.
Busy roads SPAIN General Traffic Department expects more than 5.5 million movements on the roads over the May Day long weekend.
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More cases of suicide SUICIDE is on the rise in Andalucia, more than in the rest of Spain. It is the first cause of unnatural death in Spain, ahead of traffic accidents, and in 2012, there were 3,539 cases of suicide in Spain, of which 2,724 were men. This was 11.3 per
cent more than the previous year, according to the National Institute of Statistics, which also reports that the figure of 7.6 suicides per 100,000 inhabitants, is the highest since 2005. This has made alarm bells ring and studies are
Malaga man detained for online sexual harassment A MAN, 54, has been arrested in Malaga for sexually harassing a girl in Castellon online. The girl went to the Guardia Civil to report the situation and an investigation was launched in January. He used a false profile on social
being carried out at Sevilla University to determine the main causes of suicide. These have revealed that it has much to do with the financial crisis, and as unemployment in the region is at its highest, this leads to other problems, including depression,
debts, dependence upon others, couples splitting up, and many other situations which can lead an already fragile mind to commit suicide. The study shows that suicide in on the rise amongst all age groups and genders, except elderly
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networking sites and was online almost all day. He allegedly contacted girls all over Spain, struck up a relationship with them, and through lies and blackmail, obtained sexual photos. He was located in Malaga and a search of his home resulted in a
camera, memory cards and a computer containing pornographic images being seized. He was arrested and charged with corruption of minors, sexual harassment and exhibitionism. The investigation remains open to identify other victims.
women, and the increase is especially noticeable amongst younger people. Specialists ask for more measures to detect and diagnose depression.
Malaga book fair MALAGA Book Fair has started and it is hoped that its new location, in the Palmeral de las Sorpresas, will help to increase sales. The new site, in the commercial area of Malaga Port, was first used last year and sales increased by 10 per cent. With the good weather which is expected, ideal for a walk along the quayside, traders hope that this year will be even better. There will be more than 25 stalls.
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German paedophile arrested in Spain caught red-handed A GERMAN lorry driver was arrested in Burgos for distributing child
pornography. He allegedly unprotected
used Wi-Fi
networks stations Belgium,
at service in Spain, France and
Germany as he was travelling through Europe for work.
St George’s Day in Benalmadena CELEBRATION: The mayor also attended.
MORE than 1,000 people gathered in Plaza de la Mezquita in Arroyo de la Miel to celebrate Saint George’s Day. The mayor of Benalmadena, Paloma Garcia, who attended the celebration with the councillor for Foreign Residents, Adolfo Fernandez, said she was pleased at how popular the event was becoming year after year, not only amongst English residents, but amongst the general population. She pointed out that sharing the culture, history and traditions of different nationalities living in the town was an important step towards integration. She thanked English residents of the town for their efforts in organising the event, which she said had once again received the support of the town hall. The day included live music, activities for children, and more than 20 stands representing different English associations and businesses in Benalmadena.
The investigation began in February 2013, when police were advised that the images of young girls were being distributed using connections linked to internet providers in Spain, and that the IP addresses led to service stations. After following the connections, the National Police visited several stations, hoping to catch the paedophile, as they found out what his lorry looked like. When he was caught red-handed he was accompanied by a child, who was taken to a hospital to be examined but had sustained no abuse and was allegedly the son of one of the detainee’s friends. The child was handed over to the Minors’ Prosecutor.
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Traditional torts MALAGA company Carmen Lupiañez will sell the traditional torts from the town of Algarrobo in several countries throughout Europe.
Four injured FOUR people were injured in a collision between two vehicles on the road between Pizarra and Alora, one woman had to be taken to hospital in Malaga.
Bag snatched TWO youths, aged 18 and 14, were arrested in Malaga for allegedly stealing a handbag from a 17year-old girl near the Alcazaba.
Big spenders TOURISTS who spent Easter in Andalucia spent €321 million in total, which is 9 per cent more than the same holiday period last year.
Graffiti fines LOCAL POLICE in Malaga have reported 73 people since 2010 for carrying out vandalism in the form of graffiti within the city. They face fines of up to €750.
Eggs contaminated RESEARCHERS have discovered contaminating substances in the eggs of birds which inhabit the Doñana National Park in Huelva.
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Mijas celebrates Friendship Day with UK MIJAS Town Hall’s Foreigners’ Department is organising the Friendship Day with United Kingdom on May 10. The event will take place in Mijas village in the main square, from midday to 6pm. The new British Consul,
Charmaine Arbouin, and the mayor of Mijas, Angel Nozal, will inaugurate the day by unveiling a plaque to commemorate this special day at the Mural of the Nations next to the Tourist office. The actor Robert Michael Maxwell, will be
carrying out a recital of Shakespeare followed by Leslie Thompson on the Scottish bagpipes. The stands will open at noon where visitors will be able to enjoy typical food and drinks from United Kingdom, such as fish and chips, hog roast,
ANDALUCIA: Tourists spend more here than in other Spanish destinations.
Andalucia attracts spending power ANDALUCIA attracts tourists with a bigger budget than those who go to other Spanish destinations. According to data released by the Ministry of Industry, Energy and Tourism the average tourist arriving for a two week stay in Andalucia will have €1,164 in their pockets; this is 4.4 per cent more than those tourists who go to other areas; only the Canary islands come close.
Tourists visiting Andalucia in March left a total of €1,360 million which was 8.5 per cent up on last year, this accounts for 13.5 per cent of all income derived from tourism in Spain. The Balearic Islands used to be the top earner from tourism but they have now dropped to sixth place on the list. So far this year tourists spending their holidays in Andalucia have spent an average of €105 per day.
cream teas, bangers and mash, British beers, wines and whiskys and lots more! There will be a representation of British businesses on the Costa del Sol and live
performances from 1pm to 6pm. There will be Kiddies’ Workshops set up by Mijas Art Centre, as well as entertainers who will keep children busy with handicrafts and games.
Parking is not a problem as Mijas has €1 ALL DAY PARKING in the car park next to the main square. For more information contact FRD: 952 58 90 10 or frd@mijas.es.
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Footballer injured A FEMALE football player, 16, is in a coma after banging heads with another footballer during a match in Matalascañas, Huelva. She plays for Sporting Huelva.
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A MAN is facing 19 years in a psychiatric ward for smothering his elderly mother with a pillow in Benalmadena, Malaga, in September 2012. The woman, who was extremely frail, was in bed as the time of the incident. The accused climbed on top of her,
preventing her from moving. He allegedly put a pillow over her face at the same time as he pressed down on her chest, preventing her from breathing and killing her. The Public Prosecution has requested his acquittal, as the man is a paranoid
Honorary doctors BELGIAN sociologist Armand Mattelart and his wife Michele have been awarded honorary doctors’ degrees from Malaga University for their work.
Train demand THE Partido Popular in Granada plans to demand that the Junta de Andalucia goes ahead with the AVE high-speed train between Sevilla and Antequera.
Ronda split THE government has given the go-ahead for the areas of Serrato and Montecorto to become independent from Ronda.
Out of work THE number of households in which all members are unemployed rose by 2.7 per cent in the first three months of this year to 1.97 million throughout Spain.
New office THE new Social Security office in Marbella is due to open within 10 months and will attend to residents from 22 surrounding towns and villages.
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BURIAL SITE: Trinitarias Convent in Madrid. INSET: Miguel de Cervantes.
Search for Cervantes’ grave has started THE search is on for the remains of Spain’s most famous author, Miguel de Cervantes, buried on April 23, 1616, at the Trinitarias Convent in Madrid. The author of Don Quijote was buried there but no-one knows exactly where. The plan is to find his remains, which should be recognisable as he only had six teeth and an atrophied hand, and give him the recognition he deserves.
Following four years of research, a group of experts is using groundpenetrating radar to carry out the search at the convent this week. Cervantes was almost 70 when he died, and suffered from osteoarthritis as well as having sustained several injuries during his battles. There are no plans to remove his remains from the site, but instead to mark the location, which
Madrid City Hall hopes to turn into a tourist attraction.
schizophrenic and at the time of committing the crime, had no idea what he was doing. However, they have requested that he receive psychiatric treatment. The man’s sister has rejected any compensation.
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Creditors’ meeting LA MORAGA restaurants in Marbella and Malaga have reportedly planned a creditors’ meeting, although the owners said it was for technical, not financial, reasons.
Metro delays THE lack of a response from Malaga City Hall to the Junta de Andalucia regarding the Metro plans for the Alameda area could prevent it from opening in 2017.
Park status THE Junta de Andalucia Environment Department has started procedures for the Sierra de las Nieves Natural Park to obtain National Park status.
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Search for Marta goes on POLICE are once again searching a Sevilla rubbish dump for the body of missing teenager Marta del Castillo. Marta, 17, went missing on January 24, 2009.
Miguel Carcaño, her exboyfriend, claimed he killed her during an argument after hitting her over the head with an ashtray. He was sentenced to 21 years and three months in jail.
However, he said in April last year in his seventh confession that his brother had killed Marta when she stepped between them to stop an argument. He claimed they had buried her
on a property on the outskirts of Sevilla, but a search with groundpenetrating radar revealed nothing. He had previously given several different versions about the locations where the body was dumped. In March, ‘truth’ tests carried out on Carcaño revealed Marta had been buried, possibly at a rubbish dump, based on how his brain reacted to photographs of such locations. Searches were launched again in early April and bones were found which were confirmed to be human. However, experts determined that they were too old to be Marta’s. Yet another search began over Easter between the town of Camas and Sevilla City, at a dump near the Guadalquivir River, but rains caused it to be called off until after the holiday ALHAMBRA PALACE: The forest behind is the boar’s natural habitat. was over.
Wild boar caught in Granada bar A WILD boar walked into a bar in Granada… It may sound like a joke, but locals and tourists alike were shocked when officers from the Environment Department came into a bar in Calle Moras, Granada, armed with a tranquillizer gun to subdue the animal. The boar’s natural habitat is in the forest area behind the Alhambra Palace but it is believed it became disorientated and wandered into the streets of Granada City centre where it was seen by several people who alerted the emergency services. It eventually walked into the bar where it was caught, and after recovering from the effects of the tranquillizer, returned to its natural habitat.
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Two million vehicles are not roadworthy This was 2.8 per cent more than in APPROXIMATELY two million vehicles on the roads in Spain have not passed 2012. Out of those vehicles, 5.8 per cent their ITV (Technical Inspection did not pass the second time either, equivalent to the UK’s MOT). According to the association Aeca- and inspectors report that the number ITV, most of the drivers of these of problems detected is on the rise. vehicles are not avoiding taking it for More than 5.8 million vehicles had serious deficiencies, mainly with their the test itself because of the cost of lighting and signalling systems around ₏40, but because they (23 per cent), axles, tyres are afraid that more serious and suspension (22 per and costly problems will Motorists are cent) and brakes (16.3 be detected, which will avoiding taking per cent). Meanwhile, have to be rectified. less important deficienSome may even be their vehicles for an cies increased in 2013 forced to take their ITV test because by 8.7 per cent to 13.43 vehicles off the road, as they fear costly most of them are very million, most of them old. also affecting lighting and repairs In 2013, a system called signalling systems. Project ITICI came into effect, The association points out which allows the General Traffic that in 2012, vehicle inspections Department to find out which cars prevented at least 11,000 traffic have passed their ITV and which have accidents, 170 deaths and 11,000 not. injured on the roads. Last year, one in five vehicles, The number of vehicles inspected in equivalent to 3.23 million (18 per cent 2013 increased by 5.6 per cent, of the total on the roads), did not pass because vehicles are getting older and their ITV on the first try because of most are being used for an average of safety deficiencies. at least 11 years.
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Video back for traffic offences LOCAL POLICE in Malaga have gone back to the system by which they record traffic offences on video cameras. Most of the police vehicles use their own cameras, and in the past years, the use of separate video cameras had fallen by the way, but a few months ago, police started using video to record images of poorly parked cars. The drivers of the vehicles have been complaining about the system, but it is perfectly legal and is used in many areas throughout Spain, as a good way to record images of how vehicles stop the normal circulation of traffic. It also makes it easier for the officers, who otherwise would have to stop their patrol cars closer to where the offence is being committed.
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Man fined for sex in a public place A MAN could be fined €750 for allegedly having sex in his car in the Guadalmar area of Malaga. According to a report in local Spanish daily, Malaga Hoy, the events took place in September 2013 when the driver says
he had parked his car on some wasteland between the golf course and Guadalmar. He says he was in the vehicle with the doors closed with a male friend, and had removed his t-shirt although they were
not having sex. He claims that plain clothes officers approached and shouted at them to get out of the vehicle, asked them for ID and took photos of their documents. Laws in Malaga ban sex in public roads which could affect other citizens, but he said they were underneath a tree and more than 330 metres from the nearest house and almost 200 metres from the nearest road, surrounding by vegetation. He told the police he only gets €426 unemployment benefits per month and asked them to drop the matter, but received the fine two months later. He has appealed it, as he says he did nothing wrong and the details on the fine have IVANILDO KEMBEL will be returning to Joys Live in Puerto Banus from been altered. His marriage of May 15 to May 25. The soul singer, famous for his appearances on 35 years, he says, has ended Holland’s edition of The Voice, was hugely popular during his recent due to this and he has to live performance at Joys Live, in Puerto Banus, Marbella. with a friend.
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Maternity leave THE Social Security Department managed 70,508 requests for maternity leave payments in the first three months of the year, 6.42 per cent fewer than last year.
Sold woman NATIONAL POLICE rescued a 19-year-old woman tricked by her partner in Romania and sold for €1,500 to pimps in Cataluña who reportedly sexually assaulted her every day.
Foreign buyers MORE than 11 per cent of property purchases in Spain in 2013 were carried out by foreign buyers, according to the Association of Registrars.
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Woman to enter prison for killing daughter’s rapist
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N Alicante woman will be sent to jail for setting fire to and killing a man who raped her daughter. Alicante Provincial Court has rejected a request to delay the Benejuzar woman’s entry into prison. Maria del Carmen Garcia was sentenced to five-and-a-half years in prison for throwing petrol on Antonio Cosme Velasco who was six years into his nine-year sentence for the rape, which took place in 1998 when the girl was 13 years old. He died in hospital several days later. A court in Alicante initially sentenced her to nine-and-a-half years in jail in 2009. But this was reduced by the High Regional Court which ruled that she had suffered a mental breakdown when she saw the man who had sexually abused her daughter. Garcia denied that revenge was
the motive for murdering the 69year-old when she happened to see him in a bar when he was out on day release in June 2005. The government denied Garcia’s request for a partial pardon of her jail term, but she appealed the decision in the Spanish Supreme Court, which still hasn’t ruled on the matter, and isn’t expected to do so until June. Her lawyer had requested that her arrival in prison be delayed until then, but the court said that “public interest requires that firm legal resolutions be complied with.” Judges also maintain that she can be treated for her illness in prison, and although they say they are “not insensitive to her situation” their response must be within the law. The Supreme Court will therefore be the one to decide whether the sentence is suspended, but until then, she must voluntarily enter prison by May 8.
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Social insult TWENTY people were arrested in the Basque Country, Navarra, Asturias, Cataluña and Galicia for using social networking sites to exalt terrorism and insult victims.
Lawsuit out A COURT in Barcelona has rejected the lawsuit presented by Royal son-in-law Iñaki Urdangarin against members of the press for printing some of his private e-mails.
Charity rally A GROUP of people from Antequera is taking part in the Maroc Challenge Charity rally across the desert to take products to needy children.
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Diana and JLS head to La Sala and Aqwa Mist FORMER X Factor contestants Diana Vickers and JLS headed to Sala Group’s venues during a visit to Marbella. JLS were in town for band member, JB’s stagdo whilst Diana was visiting with friends. Diana started off her evening at La Sala in Puerto Banus, even tweeting her excitement prior to her arrival. The starlet enjoyed dinner in the celebrity hotspot before heading down to nightclub, Aqwa Mist, to
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MIJAS Local Police have reported 220 abandoned cars on the streets of the town so far this year. If a car remains in the same place on the street for more than 15 days, police will put a sticker on the windscreen to warn the owner that it has to be moved. If the owner does not move the vehicle or contact the police, then it will be removed with the municipal tow truck. More than 30 have been removed so far this year, and throughout last year, almost 100 were removed. DIANA: Tweeted her excitement.
continue partying into the early hours. JLS also visited Aqwa Mist confirming its’ status as the number one nightclub in Marbella.
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Special traffic safety DUE to the Spanish motorcycle Grand Prix at Jerez racing track on Friday until Sunday, the General Traffic Department is launching a special campaign. The aim is to ensure the safety of motorcyclists who will be coming from all over Spain and other parts of Europe to see the races. More than 130,000 people are expected and with the event coinciding with the May 1 long weekend, it is important to keep traffic flowing adequately.
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ORIENTAL GARDENS: The plants have been brought from all over Europe.
Popular park gets some new plants
ALHAURIN DE LA TORRE Department of Parks and Gardens has announced that new ornamental species have been planted in the Bienquerido Oriental Gardens. The plants, trees and bushes have been brought from several European countries to make the popular gardens
more attractive. The gardens, inaugurated in March 2011, are located between El Lagar and Cortijos del Sol, and are open from 10am to 8pm from Tuesday to Friday, and from 10.30am to 3pm and 5pm to 9pm at weekends. Summer entrance times may be changed.
BBC presenter is violently assaulted A BBC golf presenter was reportedly drugged and robbed while on holiday in the Costa del Sol. Alan Tait endured a nightmare 10-hour ordeal, being brutally assaulted and left for dead in Puerto Banus. Mr Tait, 45, was left in a ‘coma-like state’ in a back-
alley by an organised crime gang. Alan, who co-hosts The Golf Show on Radio Scotland, says that the group spiked his drink in a Puerto Banus bar just hours after he arrived in Spain for a three-day golf break with friends. The group led him away
Holiday rental rules THE Junta de Andalucia has taken steps to prevent rooms and apartments from being rented to tourists without the owners paying taxes on them. The Junta has drafted a decree which is due to be ready within six months and which is hoped to prevent more than €100 million per year from escaping the grasp of the tax office on the Costa del Sol alone. It will also allow for establishments for which until now there was no legal frame, such as Bed and Breakfasts, to legalise their situation. There will be a register on which all homes which intend to be rented for holidays, even if it is only a room, must be noted.
from his friends, beat him, and stole all his money, £150 in cash and some €500, as well as his phone and watch. They left him his passport. Mr Tait woke up in a backstreet with cuts and bruises to his head and face. He managed to convince a taxi driver to take him straight to Malaga Airport, where he spoke to police. Spanish police reportedly told him he had probably been drugged with horse tranquilliser ketamine. Mr Tait told UK newspaper The Mirror: “I’m a 6ft 2in guy who can look after myself. If it can happen to me, it can happen to anyone. “The Spanish police said they hear about this sort of thing all the time. I just want people to know about it and be careful.”
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Starbucks arrives STARBUCKS Coffee plans to open a shop in El Corte Ingles stores in Malaga City and another in Puerto Banus before this summer.
Promoter fails A PROMOTER has been fined after failing to go ahead with plans to convert a building in the historical centre of Malaga into a hotel and letting the façade fall into disrepair.
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50 fall for Easter train ticket scam AT least 50 people attempting to return from Malaga to Madrid by train after Easter fell victims to an internet scam. The tickets were sold on two websites which are used legitimately by people who have purchased train tickets and later find themselves unable to use them.
RENFE: People trying to return to Madrid from Malaga were targeted.
Train operator RENFE does not return the full amount when tickets are
cancelled, and as Resurrection Sunday sees a high level of demand for tickets, many people visit the sites to sell theirs to others who need them. In this case, one person, using several identities, gave phone and bank account numbers, offering tickets between Malaga to Madrid at €50. Several unsuspecting victims purchased tickets in good faith.
However, when they arrived at the station, they found their tickets were not valid as they had been cancelled. Many returned to Madrid by bus, some paid RENFE for a place in some of the seats normally reserved for the authorities which were not being used. The victims are preparing a collective complaint to demand their money back and present charges against whoever is behind the scam. One of the two websites has offered them their legal services to help them fight their case.
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Football fan fined €60,000 AN Atletico de Madrid football fan has been fined €60,000 for violating an order which banned him from entering football stadiums. The man, a member of a ‘radical and violent’ group of supporters, was spotted in the stadium during a Getafe-Atletico de Madrid game despite having been banned from any sports facilities between June 2012 and June 2014. He has now been banned for a further five years. The State Commission Against Violence, Racism, Xenophobia and Intolerance in Sports has also fined an FC Barcelona fan €6,000 and banned him from entering sports stadiums for two years for attacking a police officer during a match against Atletico de Madrid.
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Government amends laws THE government has approved two new amendments which will now come into law. Firstly, the process of adoption or fostering a child will now be quicker and easier. And secondly, small businesses will now have more competitive protection and freer working hours in tourist zones. The first amendment, for the protection of minors, will make the adoption or fostering of a child much easier; it also includes new laws concerning the removal of minors from homes where there has been domestic violence. The second amendment concerns the opening hours of small businesses which have now been freed up so that they can open more ‘flexibly’ to adapt themselves to the needs of their area. This is mainly applicable in the areas of greatest tourist influence.
More grants, but less cash for university students SPANISH university students who receive grants to help them continue their studies are reportedly receiving €300 on average less than last year. The average university grant for the 2013-2014 academic year is €2,824, whereas last year, it was €3,101, according to the Secretary of State for Education, Montserrat Gomendio. However, grants for non-university studies have increased from €1,326 to €1,482. She also pointed out that the number of grants which had been awarded this year has increased by 10.7 per cent to 322,000 for university students, while the number of non-university grants has fallen by 22,675 to 336,066. University level grants are not awarded to students who don’t have good grades or a minimum number of credits, which this year occurred in only 16.48 per cent of cases, compared to 21.20 per cent last year.
Russian facing murder trial A MAN is due to stand trial in June for killing a woman who had lent him money in Fuengirola in March 2012. The Russian man is facing 17 years in prison and may have to pay €300,000 in compensation to the victim’s family. The victim, also Russian
and aged 55, knew her killer and had lent him money on several occasions. He allegedly went to her house, punched her repeatedly and smashed her head against the floor violently, before grabbing a knife and stabbing her several times in the head and once in the chest.
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Injured hiker rescued A WOMAN had to be rescued after she fell and broke her leg while hiking with her husband in Canuto de la Utrera in Casares.
Record high UNEMPLOYMENT is at a record high, with 36.52 per cent of the active population (285,000 people) out of work, according to the National Institute of Statistics.
101km race SOME 7,000 people, including cyclists and runners, will take part in the 24-hour, 101-kilometre race organised by the Spanish Legion in Ronda on May 10.
Youth work TOWNS throughout Andalucia are to offer work contracts to people aged between 18 and 29 of up to €1,700 per month to help combat youth unemployment.
Property tax THE tax department has reportedly increased the valuation of properties throughout Andalucia so that it can obtain more in taxes.
Metro works THE Junta de Andalucia has said that Malaga City Hall should be the body responsible for improving access to Malaga University Hospital, where the Metro will run above ground.
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Police help OVER Easter, Local Police in Malaga City intervened in more than 4,800 altercations and problems, including assisting 78 people who were injured.
Fewer officers IN the past two and a half years, Malaga streets have lost 114 National Police and Guardia Civil officers, and there are now fewer patrol vehicles.
Original entrance ANTEQUERA Town Hall plans to restore the original entrance to the local San Juan Church with an investment of more than €200,000.
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One dead and one seriously hurt A MAN suspected of being the driver of a car which hit and killed one and seriously hurt another was found to have cocaine in his system. In the incident in Palma the two men were hit before the driver ran away on foot as his car was too badly damaged from the impact. The alleged driver has a record of
reckless driving and had had his licence suspended after another hit and run case in which he was involved. Judge Jose Castro, due to the elevated risk of the driver running again and the severity of the incident, has ordered he be remanded in custody accused of
negligent homicide and causing reckless harm to others. The driver commented: “I’m very sorry. It was very dark and I didn’t see them. I knew one of them. When I saw him I went into shock.” The incident took place on the old road of Sineu: the MA-3011. The rider of a Suzuki, Raul G.O. 32,
Unusual newcomer to Mallorca A ZORSE (cross between a zebra and a horse) has been born in Algaida, Mallorca. The zorse is the natural offspring of a 12-year-old zebra called Paquirri, and a mare called Julia, who live on a 25-hectare property where the owner has all kinds of equines. In fact, young Franquesa, as the brown, striped zorse has been named, has a ‘zonkey’ half brother, from when her father became intimate with a female donkey more than four years ago. The owner says for the same zebra to father two different types of zebroids is a rarity. He claims to have been obsessed with exotic
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intention of selling either of Paquirri’s unusual offspring, not even to a zoo, but that he is happy for people to take photos of them.
stopped due to a break down another motorcyclist who was passing by stopped to help him. The two victims were standing by the side of the road when a Citroen Xsara ran them over. The brutality of the impact made the rider go right through the windscreen and end up with half of his body in the passenger seat - the other victim was thrown several metres through the air and landed by the side of the road. The driver of the car then fled on foot with one of the victims still protruding from his windscreen. Despite the efforts of the Ib-Salut ambulance service, they were unable to save his life. The other victim was taken immediately to the ICU of Son Espases Hospital where he remains. The Guardia Civil set up road blocks to find the fleeing driver who they suspected to be a local security guard, aged 28. They arrested a man who was breathalysed and found to be clear of alcohol but gave a positive reading for cocaine. They took his statement and then took him to prison where he will remain until the case comes to court.
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Accident minutes after lights inaugurated JUST five minutes after a set of traffic lights was inaugurated in Palma de Mallorca, an accident occurred. The collision between three vehicles occurred on an exit from the motorway to the airport which leads to the Llevant Industrial Estate and Portitxol area, opposite the Congress Hall, just 4.42 minutes after it had been inaugurated. No-one was injured but all three vehicles were damaged and the Guardia Civil had to attend the scene, closing the exit to traffic for approximately an hour. There have already been complaints about the location of the traffic lights.
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Titans are Spain’s first gay rugby club THE Madrid Titans have become the first gay rugby team in Spain. The club was created a year ago, and has 50
players, mainly from Italy, Venezuela and Argentina, as well as Spain, of which 90 per cent are homosexuals. There is one
woman on the team and one Scotsman. So far, they have only played friendly games, but say the response from their rivals couldn’t have been better. They have joined the International Gay Rugby Association and hope to join the Spanish federation in September, to start to play in the Madrid Regional categories. Their name was chosen to honour the Titans from Virginia, USA, which in the 70s was the first American Football team to include black people. They hope to represent the fight against homophobia in all sports, the Doors open at 8.30pm and will include a President and captain, raffle with many prizes to be won. There are limited tickets at €10 per Victor Granada, says. He ticket from Jon 628 562 580, Jordana 639 created the club and says 241 137, or Simon 693 917 181. no-one is asked about sexuality when they join.
Rihanna tribute for Tomas A RIHANNA TRIBUTE and Country Rock Show will be held on Saturday to raise funds for the Tomas Leighton Care Charity at Jordana’s Bonanza Showbar, Benalmadena.
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Pedestrian injured A MAN, 46, was injured after he was hit by a car when he was on a pedestrian crossing at the Teatinos Campus of Malaga University.
Credit scam TWO people were arrested in Malaga for purchasing electrical equipment on credit using forged pay slips.
Plane proof SPANISH Airport Authority AENA has invested more than €14 million to soundproof 836 houses in the area surrounding the Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport.
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Foursquare Day MALAGA took part in the so-called Foursquare Day on which users of the app get together to make new friends and enjoy food in local businesses.
Immigrants arrive EIGHTY-THREE illegal sub-Saharan immigrants have been brought to Malaga from the Spanish enclave of Melilla, in North Africa, where the shelter is full to overflowing.
Rescue mission A RESCUE drill was held at Malaga Port as part of a Master’s Degree in Emergency and Critical Care co-ordination for the local health district.
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Ask the Optician: Are my sunglasses up to scratch? WHY do I need to wear sunglasses? It is very important to wear appropriate sunglasses to protect your eyes from harmful ultra violet (UV) rays. It is not only the direct sunlight you need to be wary of - that reflected from surfaces such as windows will also contain UV. What damage can it do? Excessive exposure to bright sunlight is not only uncomfortable for the eyes, but can also lead to a painful inflammation of the cornea at the front of the eye. UV exposure has also been linked to cataracts, age-related macular degeneration and to cancer of the sensitive skin around the eyes.
What glasses should I choose? Check sunglasses comply with UNE-EN 1836:2006 + A1:2008 or bear the CE kite mark and are marked UV 400. This way you know they are up to standard and beware of budget sunglasses - many actually cause the pupil to dilate, increasing the amount of UV light filtering into the eyes. If you wear prescription glasses, look into photochromic lenses that instantly adapt to light changes, darkening in
bright light so your eyes are always protected. If you are looking for maximum comfort and protection by the pool, on the beach or participating in outdoor sports, polarised lenses can really help and there are even special lenses for driving. Specsavers Opticas’ Wall of Sun features a wide range of styles, colours, sizes and shapes which all offer a high level of UV protection. Visit your nearest store to check out the range.
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Chinese men kidnapped FOUR Chinese men in their 20s abducted in Malaga have been rescued by National Police. The four friends were allegedly attacked by seven men, also Chinese, at knifepoint and forced into van. Two were taken to a flat in Benalmadena and the others were kept in Torremolinos in a van. Their families were allegedly contacted and told to pay €2,500 for each of them. The events were reported to the police in Torremolinos by the aunt of one of the men. Meanwhile, three of them paid up and the victims were released. This helped police to locate the fourth victim and arrest the gang, who have been charged with abduction and causing bodily harm. All four victims were treated in hospital. Police are investigating the motives for the kidnapping.
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Swimmer found A BELGIAN reported missing while swimming between Cala Sant Vicenç and Cala Estremer in Pollença has been found alive and well.
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NEWS DESK On the alert LOCAL POLICE in San Juan are keeping watch on out-of-town cars cruising outlying urbanisations. Residents’ registration plates are recognised thanks to onboard computers in their patrol cars.
Tourist injured
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A GERMAN tourist, 43, was slightly injured in the Mortitx cascade in Escorca. Despite firemen receiving the call after 10.30pm, they were able to rescue him.
UNIONS in La Safor have urged local administrations to eradicate the submerged ‘black’ economy. Illegal practices generated fraud and prevented the creation of employment, said UGT and CCOO spokesmen.
Work accidents THE Balearic Islands is the Spanish region with the highest number of accidents at work, with 3,181 accidents requiring sick leave per 100,000 workers.
Gang detained GUARDIA CIVIL have arrested members of a gang, including two under-18s, for at least 30 burglaries in Mallorca.
Fire damage A FIRE caused damage to the ground floor of a house in Port d’Andratx. The occupant was away when the fire started and firemen had to break down the door.
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Emergency heliport NERJA is to get a new heliport to be used by the emergency services. Work has already started on the site, which is next to the health centre.
Electricity scams THE IU (political party) has organised a talk to educate the residents of Nerja on the dangers of falling prey to the many electricity scams that are going around at the moment.
Athletic championship NERJA is to host the Andalucia championship of junior athletic clubs in which local teams, both men’s and women’s, will take part. Local clubs have managed to get on to the podium every year since 1999.
White night MANUEL SANCHEZ has won the poster competition ‘Noche en Blanco’ (White Night) with his work inspired by music. The prize was €200.
Treasurer sworn in ALMUÑECAR has a new treasurer. Angeles Garcia Castillo was sworn in by the mayor Trinidad Herrera.
Door-to-door EL BRESSOL KINDERGARTEN: Preparing seeds for planting.
Balls of clay on Earth Day PUPILS at La Nucia’s municipal kindergarten El Bressol recently celebrated International Earth Day. Different activities during the preceding week included recycling refuse, cultivating plants, looking after pets and learning about wildlife. The programme ended with seed-planting, where the children were introduced to the Nendo Dango technique. This was devised by Masanobu Fukuoka, a Japanese farmer and philosopher renowned for his natural farming methods and re-vegetation of land threatened by desertification. Seeds are first rolled inside a ball of special clay to protect them from insects, animals and harsh weather conditions so that when rains arrive the seeds can germinate in suitable and natural conditions. Each child later went home with a ball of clay which they had prepared, ready to plant and monitor the progress of the seeds. El Bressol’s Planet Earth programme, led by Eva Graña, aims to show the young pupils how “to learn to observe and actively explore their immediate environment,” the teacher explained.
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Titan Desert race THREE residents of Pulpi, Maria Jose Haro, Juanfran Martinez and Eduardo Cordoba, competed in the weekend’s MTB race across the mountains and deserts of Morocco.
Barber of Seville MAY 10 sees a stage production of The Barber of Seville. It is on at the auditorium theatre in Roquetas de Mar. Entrance is free and the production starts at 9.30pm.
Getting support MORE than 1,500 signatures have been added to an online petition to stop the closure of the Calar Alto observatory. It is gaining momentum worldwide.
New library ALMERIA Council has announced plans to convert the old Local Police headquarters in Almeria City into a library.
Lighting up ENDESA and Enel Sole have been awarded the contract for public lighting in Velez-Rubio. Almost 2,000 lights will be fixed and installed this year, and the contract runs until 2026.
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SHOPS and businesses in Campello can now sign up for an individual refuse collection each evening. This would avert overflowing and smelly communal rubbish bins, the town hall said.
Repairs hold-up REBUILDING the Puerta de Hierro apartments in La Nucia, partially destroyed by a gas explosion last December, has yet to begin. Problems arose as not all property-owners were insured.
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21st century medicine TORREVIEJA has hosted a medical conference entitled ‘21st Century Medicine’ in which new medical practices were discussed and analysed.
Education fair PILAR DE LA HORADADA is hosting an educational fair aimed at helping the local youth choose a career. It will continue until May 7.
Tourism up THE tourist offices in Orihuela had 10 per cent more enquiries than last year, indicating a recovery in the sector.
Torrevieja thanksgiving THIS Thursday a thanksgiving mass, celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Crucified Christ, will take place in Archbishop’s Church of the Inmaculada.
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ALFAZ Town Hall has allocated €3,000 to Anemona, the Marina Baja breast cancer support group. It can be contacted at Calle Rioja, 2- 4-2 at Benidorm and Alfaz Town Hall.
A SEVILLANAS (Flamenco) fair is being celebrated in Pilar de la Horadada’s Raimundo Benedicto Park. It started yesterday (Wednesday) and will go on until May 4.
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NORWAY - A Norwegian teenager has been living in a cave in the most fjord-filled region of Western Norway for almost a year with little more than a high-grade sleeping bag to guard against the cold.
A BBC golf presenter is lucky to be alive after being drugged and robbed while on holiday in the Costa del Sol, Alan Tait was brutally assaulted and left for dead in Puerto Banus.
Dalai Lama dilemma NORWAY - The planned visit to Oslo by the Dalai Lama is torn between the country’s will to warm up to China and warnings from the public not to compromise on Norway’s human rights stance.
Invasive aliens DENMARK - The Danish government spends staggering sums of money (914 million kroner) every year protecting the biodiversity of Danish nature from invasive species like the grey squirrel, rats and the Spanish slug.
Hair cut LIVERPOOL fan Uke Krasniqi has vowed to get his hair cut for the first time in 11 years if the Reds win the Premier League.
Racist lollipop A BLACK Jamaican lollipop man has been sacked after making racist comments and calling a council worker King Kong; Jon Seymour says his comments were referring to his colleague’s anger and not his colour.
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STUCK PUP: Had to be rescued.
EIGHT firefighters were called to rescue a dog which became stuck inside a reclining chair; Princess the corgi was snoozing when she got trapped by the ‘scissor mechanism.’
Mark Shand dies THE Duchess of Cornwall’s brother Mark Shand, travel writer and adventurer, has died after hitting his head on the pavement outside a New York hotel.
THE Communist Party has announced that it wants to raise the game in its fight against corruption by pushing for legislation which would allow for the execution of officials found to be taking bribes. BERLIN WALL: Russia building their own.
VOLODYMYR OGRYZKO, former Ukrainian foreign minister, has accused Russia of building a new Berlin Wall by laying land mines between Crimea and the Ukrainian mainland.
No swearing THE State Duma has cast doubt over
Carolingian sword A VITENS water company worker has found a Carolingian sword (800 - 1000 A.D.) during work in the town of Vianen. The heavily corroded sword will, after restoration, be exhibited in the town hall.
Crystal meth CONSUMPTION of crystal meth in Germany has reached a record high with police seizing the drug on 3,847 occasions in 2013.
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GERMAN union bosses have called for later starts to work during the World Cup this summer; some games will be screened at midnight due to the time difference with Brazil.
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some contemporary shows by passing a bill that will ban the use of swearwords from film, theatre and other works of art; a council of experts will determine what counts as “profane language.”
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AMID concerns that US sanctions could cripple their space agency, Russia has pledged further technological cooperation with China.
Zhirinovsky apology THE State Duma ethics committee has recommended that Vladimir Zhirinovsky make a public apology to the journalists he insulted with rape comments last week.
GERMAN arms sales to Russia have come under scrutiny following the crisis in the Ukraine. In 2012 Germany sold Russia €40 million worth of rifles, pistols and armoured vehicles.
Live bonfire TWO 12-year-old German girls found live ammunition lodged into a branch in an Easter bonfire in Twistringen, Lower Saxony it was due to be lit the next day.
Egg damage POLICE chiefs in central Germany are embarrassed after splashing out €900,000 on a water cannon which was damaged by eggs and tennis balls in a preliminary test.
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ROBERT BRAAKSMA, husband of the famous Dutch singer Liesbeth List, has died of a heart attack, aged 64 years. Robert and Liesbeth had been together since the 80s.
THE University of Wageningen found that 25 per cent of rats in several parts of The Netherlands have become resistant against the only poison exterminators are allowed to use, rodenticide.
THE NUMBER of solar panels in The Netherlands increased by 70 per cent in 2013. At the end of the year there were 3.4 million panels on Dutch roofs.
MINISTER of Foreign Affairs Frans Timmermans is strengthening his policy towards misbehaving foreign diplomats in The Netherlands by naming and shaming, withdrawal of petrol cards and, as a last resort, withdrawal of diplomatic immunity.
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STAT OF WEEK SPANISH families consumed 615 million litres of oil in 2013, an increase of 3.3 per cent. The €1.517 billion that they spent represented 2.19 per cent of their food budgets, according to the Agriculture ministry.
MERCADONA owner Juan Roig is Spain’s fourth-richest man and worth €3.78 billion according to the Forbes Rich List. But how much is his supermarket chain worth? Were Mercadona a public company quoted on the stock exchange there would be no mystery. This is not the case, so Spanish website www. Finanzas.com asked economist and
retail specialist Franciso Fernandez Reguero to make a guess. Working on 2013’s discounted cash flow (DCF) which expressed the company’s value independently of external market influences, Fernandez Reguero arrived at €9.91 billion. He also used the alternative method of comparing the financial indicators of other chains like Wal-
Building on timid growth SPAIN’S economy has built on its tentative return to growth at the end of 2013. Its gross domestic product (GDP) rose 0.4 per cent in the first quarter of the year - its fastest rate for six years since the property bubble burst. It was the biggest quarterly increase since the first quarter of 2008. In the third quarter of 2013 the economy grew 0.1 per cent to officially end the recession. “In the first quarter of 2014, the Spanish economy continued on a path of gradual recovery in the context of increasing normalisation on the financial markets
and a gradual consolidation of the labour market,” the central bank said in a statement. The bank has now forecast a growth in the economy of 1.2 per cent this year and a 1.7 per cent increase next year, confirming earlier predictions. Spain’s Economy Minister Luis de Guindos broadly agreed with the predictions - he forecast an average growth of 1.5 per cent over this year and next. He said: “The goal is to achieve two years in a row of growth, with net job creation, and that will be the exit door from the Spanish crisis.”
Mart, Carrefour or Ahold. Having taken into account sales, earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (ebitda) as well as earnings before interest and taxes (ebit) he arrived at a figure between €6.44 billion and €6.62 billion. After including liquid assets and unused cash potential this would reach approximately €8.24 billion.
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Go it alone workers A THIRD of autonomous workers plan to contract employees this year, according to professional association ATA. The sector would create between 70,000 and 75,000 new jobs in 2014, ATA predicted.
Call to order COMPANIES and institutions should not oblige the public to use 902 premium rate help lines, said consumers’ association Facua. A 10-minute call will add €5 to a phone bill, the association said.
Social Security payments up ANOTHER 15,201 non-Spanish contributors joined the national Social Security system in March. This was 0.99 per cent more than in February and the largest increase since June 2012, revealed the Ministry of Labour. The number of foreign workers on contracts and incorporated in the system has now increased for two
consecutive months, bringing their total up to 1,535,889. Despite the recent increase, the number of non-Spanish contributors fell by 68,249 - a reduction of 4.25 per cent - compared with March 2013. The majority - 1.3 million - of Spain’s foreign workers come under the general category and 226,217 are self-employed.
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Courts back bonus appeal TELEFONICA had its knuckles rapped for not paying an ex-employee’s bonus. It was ‘abusive’ to withhold a bonus because a worker had left by the time it was paid but was employed when it was announced, ruled the National High Court in Madrid. The economic impact in cases like these was ‘very small’ owing to the limited number of employees likely to find themselves in this situation, said judge Ricardo Bodas. Ruling on an appeal presented by the General Work Confederaton (CGT), he ordered the annulment of the pertinent clause in the 1998 collective agreement between Telefonica Moviles and employees. By stipulating that the worker had still to be on the staff at the time the bonus was paid, Telefonica was “unfairly enriching itself” and benefiting from the “fruits of extra effort.” It was one thing to pay a bonus the following year to ensure that targets were met, but another to require that a worker who had met these targets was still in Telefonica’s employ, he concluded. The decision was open to appeal and Telefonica may take the case to the Supreme Court.
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THE bard Robert Burns surmised: “The greatest gift that God can give us, to see ourselves as others see us.” Social forum comments made about local restaurants suggested dreadful service. Had their owners seen these comments the problem could have been addressed. Likely they were unknowing or blasé as to how patrons judged their businesses. If you are clueless as to customers’ opinions about your business you will pay a heavy price. Years ago, a General Motors CEO tried to figure out why Japanese cars were outselling his. His company’s cars were every bit as good. Delegating members of staff he instructed them to visit both dealers’ outlets posing as customers. Each bogus customer was given a questionnaire to be completed after their call. The company boss was shocked to discover that whilst service at the Japanese showrooms was outstanding, service at his company’s
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State-owned Aena finally makes a profit AFTER years of being in the red, state-owned Aena made €715 million in 2013. This was the first time that Aena Aeropuertos, which was created in 2011 and together with air navigation division makes up the Aena group, has paid its way. It contributed net profits of €597 million. Two years ago it reported losses of €220.39 million and the company attributes the turnaround to restructuring, plus earning more and spending less. The world’s biggest airports authority is still burdened with a debt standing at €11.394 billion by the end of last year. This is down from €14.943 billion in 2011 and now equals seven times Aena’s operating profits,
AENA GROUP: The world’s biggest airports authority. compared with 14 times more in 2012. Meanwhile it has doubled pre-tax earnings from €883 million in 2011 to €1.610 billion last year. Higher airport and navigation tariffs have
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outlets left much to be desired. This was the genesis of what is now known as ‘mystery shopping.’ The practice of using spies to detect weaknesses in customer service is now widespread. Typically a department store will pay a mystery shopping agency €60 per visit. Their investment pays off as the shopping experience disappoints customers less often. Customers are your business partners; treat them as such. Encourage them to be candid in expressing their opinion. A good way of doing this is to provide customers with a small form inviting their opinion on staff service, food, accessibility, entertainment, and ambience. Ask what attracts them to your business, what they find off-putting. Customers’ contact details being optional. Those who respond, if identifiable, will have their names placed in a draw for a free meal or other prize. With the information garnered you can start putting your house in order. As the purpose of the exercise is to create a profitable business with job security, it is important that you involve your staff. Their attitude improves and in my experience they love playing ‘spot the mystery shopper.’ Mike Walsh was for 20 years Regional Assessment Manager for the Guild of Master Craftsmen, Britain’s biggest quality assurance body for businesses.
helped, as have agreements with the unions. A redundancy plan accepted by 1,170 employees - 11 per cent of Aena’s staff brought savings of €134 million. Aena also benefited from
commercial operations that included concessions for airport car parks and dutyfree shops in 26 airports. These deals should bring in more than €2 billion between 2013 and 2020, the company said.
Hacienda gripes have multiplied due to crisis TAXPAYERS’ complaints to Hacienda have multiplied since the economic crisis. According to 2012 figures, the latest available, 223,417 people lodged appeals resulting from their tax deductions. This was 83 per cent more than in 2007, when Spain’s Central Economic Administrative Court (TEAC) handled 190,374 appeals. “That is a 100,000 increase in only five years,” said Luis Alonso, a professor in tax law at Barcelona university and author of a survey on fiscal litigation in Spain. Alsonso dismissed the crisis as the sole reason for the increased number of complaints. “There is also a structural problem,” he said. “Spain has a massive self-assessment system and interpreting the rules is left to the individual, which can lead to errors.” Taxpayers in Spain have to complete forms for Hacienda’s tax agency AEAT, as well as regional taxes when making declarations for
income tax (IRPF), VAT (IVA) and corporation tax (Sociedades). Although AEAT now makes it easy to present declarations online, frequent changes and varying regional regulations all contribute to later litigation, Alonso said. Innocent mistakes can also cost taxpayers dear, as fines vary between 50 per cent and 150 per cent of what Hacienda regards as a defrauded amount. Most of the claims and complaints received by Hacienda involve sums of less than €150,000. Eighty per cent of these are for amounts of less than €20,000 and are dealt with by the Regional Economic Administrative Court (TEAR) while larger claims are handled by the TEAC. Around 40 per cent of cases are settled in the claimants’ favour. “It’s obvious that the system does not work well,” Alonso added, who praised the “fluid relations” between the UK’s tax authorities and big companies when settling points of discord.
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Profit while having fun in the sun and grow your own vegetables ONE of the big costs for any family or individual is food. A trip down to the local supermarket to get a week’s supplies can amount to a hefty grocery bill and that’s not counting breakfast out, coffee breaks and the odd tapas or dinner in a restaurant. We have to feed ourselves but at the same time nurturing our bodies plays havoc on our finances. There is a way, however, to cut down on the cost of grocery bills and it involves pots, soil, shovels, seeds and gardening gloves. According to the National Allotment Society in Britain, an organisation that promotes small-scale gardening, a family can knock as much as €1,600 off the annual grocery bill
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by growing their own vegetables. One family surveyed admitted by spending just €35 a year on seeds everything from tomatoes and peppers to leeks, courgettes, carrots, artichokes and potatoes they saved at least €600 on their annual shopping bill and as well benefited from the pleasure of growing their own produce. “But I live in an apartment,” you may say. Well don’t worry - you can grow lots of vegetables
ALLOTMENTS: Popular in Spain if you have no outdoor space. and fruit in pots and containers on your patio, balcony or terrace. Tomatoes and chilli peppers are great starter plants that are quite easy to grow in pots or growbags and do not take up a great deal of space. While lettuces and potatoes are among the best value-formoney crops.
A bag of salad leaves may cost €2 in the supermarket but a packet of salad seeds costs a few euros and will keep you in organic and fresh lettuce throughout the summer. For those with no outdoor space, the idea of ‘allotments’ or ‘huertas’ is taking off all over Spain and plots of land
can be rented out. This obviously will cost you, but the price is usually reasonable enough. Even with the price of an allotment, savings can still be gained by growing your own food and what’s more you get to enjoy your own private outdoor space!
Big deal A CONTRACT worth €410 million to equip a new north west high speed train line with signalling equipment has been granted. It goes to a consortium made up of French Alstorn, Canada’s Bombardier and and Spain’s Indra.
Spanish inheritance tax Q. My father-in-law owns a villa here in Spain. He is a resident and lives You and the here permanently. My husband and I have just moved in with him, I have Law in Spain heard there are heavy inheritance By David Searl tax bills which my husband, being the only son, may face when his father dies. There is a daughter who lives in the UK but I have heard that only the son can inherit. Can you clarify the situation? LE (Costa del Sol) A. First, who told you only the son can inherit? It is not true. Under Spanish law, if your father-in-law as a resident dies without a will, his estate will be evenly divided between the surviving children. If he makes a will, Spain will respect the terms of the will of his home nation. In the UK he has free disposition of his estate, so he could make a Spanish will leaving his entire estate to one of his children. However, if he bequeaths his property to his son and daughter in equal shares by a Spanish will, the tax on this is about €10,000 each. If the son is a resident of Andalucia, he has an exemption of 95 per cent. If the home has been the son’s main residence for three years, the exemption jumps to 99.99 per cent. The daughter, as a non-resident, pays the full tax. Send your questions for David Searl through lawyers Ubeda-Retana & Associates in Fuengirola at Ask@lawtaxspain.com, or call 952 667 090.
Franchises not all they are cracked up to be BY 2013 there were 1,087 franchise chains in Spain, 24 per cent more than before the crisis. They provide employment for 242,140 people and span sectors from catering to beauty to household goods. They cost between €3,000 and €800,000 to set up and the Spanish increasingly turn to them as an escape route from unemployment. Not of all the newly-fledged business people find that a franchise automatically leads to success or prosperity, however. Two brothers who chose a supermarket franchise have closed the shop although the terms of their contract mean they have lost their deposit and
owe €190,000 which they will be paying until 2037. The two men never did enjoy the 13 per cent profit margin they claimed they were promised. It was closer to 2.5 per cent, they said, and not enough to cover costs. “The need for self-employment has brought a change in the profile of the type of person now interested in a franchise,” said Santiago Barbadillo, owner of a long-established franchise consultancy. “The franchise sector isn’t speculation or a way to get rich quickly,” he added. “No-one should ever take on a franchise if they want to double their investment within a year,” he warned.
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HEN all goes quiet Luis Barcenas always fills the gap. Consequently the media, suffering from a surfeit ‘monas’ (the Spanish version of Hot Cross Buns) and Easter processions turned to the PP’s remanded ex-treasurer for a change of flavour. According to recently leaked evidence from Barcenas, party general secretaries and treasurers in each province have a Caja B of undeclared and untaxed funds where ‘B’ is shorthand for ‘Black.’ Party headquarters in Madrid
secretary general, his sworn enemy Dolores de Cospedal. It’s said that revenge is a dish best eaten cold, but Barcenas clearly prefers his piping hot.
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did not control clandestine funds, Barcenas told the public prosecutor. “We neither knew nor did we want to,” he said, landing previous national secretary general and party grandee Javier Arenas in it, as well as Francisco AlvarezCascos who is now something of a pariah, although not only for financial reasons. And of course, the current national
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Heaven sent to visit flocks AN army archbishop used the helicopter that now patrols the sensitive frontier between Spain’s enclave of Melilla and Morocco. The journey there and back required five hours alone but the archbishop had to attend to some of his flock in Ceuta, sources revealed. Didn’t Pope Francis say something about wanting pastors who actually smell of sheep? Not aircraft fuel?
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HIS newspaper is generally against the creation of new laws. The burden of red tape in Spain is such that it is a real hindrance to businesses, and an interference in the everyday lives of law-abiding citizens. The fact that a whole sector of legal firms - known as ‘gestors’ - is needed simply to navigate confused business owners and private citizens through the sea of regulation tells a story unto itself. A matter that in other countries is relatively simple - for instance transferring ownership of a car - and possible to do by post, can in Spain mean personal visits to several different offices, plus the payment of several different sets of fees. Hence the existence of gestors to do the legwork. Usually new laws make the situation worse, with paperwork added for the
completion of the simplest of tasks. But two new laws should be welcomed. Firstly small businesses, particularly in tourist areas, are to have some of their opening hours’ restrictions removed. As anyone who has run a business knows, the ability to cater to clients’ needs in a flexible way is vital. Any measures that let people run their businesses as they see fit are to be welcomed. The second regulation being relaxed concerns the adoption and fostering of children. The process should be quicker and easier. It is scandalous that up until now it has often taken many months worth of paperwork before vulnerable youngsters could be given a stable home. The new laws are very welcome, and the national government deserves a pat on the back.
Surface tension IT had to happen and now the Basque government is making independence noises. Those heard from the centreright nationalist Partido Nacionalista Vasco (PNV) are not as aggressive as Cataluña’s but no less nationalist for all that. Lehendakari or regional president, Iñigo Urkullu, is less confrontational than Cataluña’s president Artur Mas and wants “dialogue, negotiation, agreement and ratification.” As he recommended neither outright independence nor a federal solution but an undefined “third way” it is not immediately clear exactly what formula Urkullu is after. Spain was once a collection of kingdoms, few of them willingly dominated from Madrid, and old patterns are coming to the surface again. This is a problem that
will not go away but will intensify, whoever occupies the Moncloa palace and whatever the government’s label.
Old mistakes WHATEVER its detractors say, there is a time and a place for political correctness. And the time could be next May and the place could be Matajudios in Burgos when the population votes on whether to change its name. Matajudios means ‘Kill Jews’ and this has been the town’s official name since 1623 although historians believe it is centuries older. Inhabitants insist that its name is illdeserved, as a neighbouring town slaughtered 60 of its Jewish population and expelled the remainder in 1035. Its own confrontational name was the result of a transcription error almost 400 years ago, the mayor claimed recently. If it’s time to make belated excuses, it’s time to make a change.
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Sales up and prices stabilising as number of mortgages rises THE good news for the property market is that sales are up, the numbers of mortgages approved are rising and prices are stabilising, leading to hopes that the sector may have finally turned the corner. Property sales grew strongly, increasing by nearly 40 per cent in February compared to 2013. The figures could be distorted however because a subsidy scheme had ended a year previously, meaning sales were extremely low as most purchasers had completed their deals previously to cash in, so the latest figures showing the increase are compared to a very low base. But even then the signs are encouraging as sales seem now to be on an upward trend as it was the second month in a row of rising sales. That is corroborated as the rate of house price falls has slowed, and it is starting to look as if the market may have hit bottom. The value of property sold so far this year has steadied and there was a slight increase in average selling price in the last
ON THE MOVE: Property sales grew strongly in February. three months. A recent report from Fotocasa.es showed that the market for resale property is finally flattening out after a dreadful 2013. Last year the property website registered big falls in prices; in June the Fotocasa.es real estate index saw an 11.8 per cent fall in prices year-on-year. That sort of decline is now hopefully a thing of the past with the first quarter of 2014 showing a
decline in prices of 1.1 per cent compared to the previous quarter. But despite the slowdown prices are still edging down; the latest figures were the 49th straight quarter of price falls. In June 2013 the price fell in all Spanish regions, with six registering double-digit declines year-on-year. In December just two regions had double-digit falls compared to the previous
December - La Rioja and Navarra. By contrast the latest figures show prices rose quarter to quarter in four regions, and that could be the first sign of a change in trends. Another sign of an upturn is that the number of mortgages approved has jumped, with more than a third more homes being bought with the help of a loan.
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HOPES are rising for the Spanish property sector as the UK market surges ahead. Traditionally in Spain British buyers have a strong influence on the market, especially on the Costas. As people in the UK feel richer as house values increase many have in the past been tempted to use their equity to fund a second home in Spain. With Spanish prices still at low levels it is hoped a resurgent UK market will have a knock on effect in Spain. UK home owners expect property prices to rise by 8.8 per cent on average over the next six months, double the rate of growth predicted last year as market confidence rises, a new survey has found. The hope in Spain is that increasing confidence will lead to more sales in this country from Britons looking for a home in the sun.
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Getting in on the Chinese action CHINESE buyers are being targeted by a Spanish property website. Idealista.com, Spain’s largest property website, will begin marketing
properties in the country this month through a new agreement with China’s Number One international property website, Juwai.com.
All real estate listings on Juwai.com are hosted in China, behind the socalled Great Firewall of China, to prevent the throttling or blocking that
can plague websites hosted in other countries. Sixty-nine of the world’s top websites, as ranked by Alexa.com, are blocked in China. Spain has increasing commercial and cultural ties to China. Spanish exports to China doubled between 2009 and 2013, as did the number of companies exporting from Spain to China. In Portugal, citizens of mainland China and Hong Kong obtained 90 per cent of the 560 Golden Visas issued in the first year of existence for that country’s investment visa programme. They invested more than €280 million into the Portuguese economy. That has encouraged the Spanish to try and get in on the action with their own Golden Visa. Jesus Encinar, founder and CEO of idealista. com,
COMPELLING: Property prices in Spain. said: “Because of our investment visa, Spain is increasingly a gateway to Europe for China’s 643,000 US-dollar millionaires. The number of millionaires in China is growing by 14 per cent each year. “Chinese buyers come to Southern Europe because it is both a little exotic to them and also part of the European Community.
“The quality of life, protected environment and especially property prices are very compelling for them.” Juwai.com Co-CEO Simon Henry said: “Chinese buyers instantly fall in love with the Latin culture and way of life. When they see the properties they can afford for the price of a modest apartment back in Beijing, it boggles their minds.”
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Speak up to make the most of Spain TO Jim Massey re English language availability, all the staff in my local bank speak English and speak it well. Two years is no time at all to spend on learning another language. Has he tried joining an ‘intercambio’ group to expand his vocabulary? If there isn’t one locally, he could try setting one up as a friend and I did over here. Our confidence has improved, as has our vocabulary if not (in my case) verbs, as I don’t study as I should. We have also now got Spanish friends and acquaintances. Has Mr Massey no dictionary in which to look up relevant words and phrases? When I first came here I regularly wrote down what I wanted to say and read it in the bank, shop or wherever. Local people appreciate your trying to speak their language and react accordingly, helping out with pronunciation and vocabulary. Failing that, has he Spanish friends who could go with him to help out? Of course he could just have a bank with unfriendly or ignorant staff. I do hope things improve for him. Helena McGinty, Alhaurin El Grande (Malaga).
Here and there JIM MASSEY should simply have tried harder. Congratulations anyway, at least he had the gumption to make up his mind that he had ‘enough of Spain’ and is undoubtedly completing his move back to the UK. Great, one less whinger who believes Spain owes you something by being British. If in two years he could not reach a level of Spanish to get by in a bank, enough said, unless they could not understand what part of the ‘billions’ he was contributing. Enjoy going home to the UK. You know: the sun, the tapas, the blue sea, the multilingual staff at the bank, winter woollies, snow,
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IT’S that time of the year again, and many people where I live are busy bringing in the nisperos (Chinese Medlars). Except my cat, Catalina, that is. Frances Thurgood (by email)
sleet, courteous people et al. As he says: rubbish. Brit moaners come, some of them go, but those of us that are happy stay and give thanks for having made the right decision. Keith MacGaul , Estepona (Malaga)
Road sense YOUR great paper gave details about the new Spanish laws regarding the use of Englishregistered cars whilst driving in Spain. I visit Spain for about three months or more each year and as I drive there, I would be pleased if you would explain the new laws to me. When I moved to Spain in 2007, I soon discovered where to find the latest news: good and bad but always correct and up-todate. Paul O’Connor (by email) Editor’s note: As a nonresident you may bring your car to Spain on its UK licence plates for a period up to six months in each calendar year and not be liable for Spanish taxes. Once you are in Spain for more than 182 days you
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Slow surfing I NOTICE that Movifresh/ Movistar are advertising 10mb broadband for €24.90 per month. I entered into a contract with them after supplying my postcode and being informed that I was in range. I was told a router would be delivered and the contract was sent online. Having read it I was disturbed to find that it stated 3 to 10 Mb would be provided. I again
contacted them, explaining that 3 was too little and they replied that it would be at least 5. The router arrived and I installed it and carried out the speed test. I was getting less that 1 Mb. I informed Movistar the next day that I was terminating the contract and returned the router. I was not pleased to find they had debited my bank account but after numerous calls to 1004 I was told the money would be refunded the next month. To my horror on checking my bank statement they had taken another payment for the following month and I still await my refund. Margaret Walker, Zurgena (Almeria)
Fair shares I WOULD like to reassure Tom Hawksworth. By saving children’s lives we are not ‘adding to the problem of supply and demand.’ Experience has always shown that when living standards improve, birth rates fall, whereas it is often the poorest and most desperate who produce as many children as possible (or at least as many as are conceived, where there is no
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access to birth control and female education is poor). Provided that the aid we give is aimed not only at saving lives under actual threat, but at making those communities decently self-sufficient, we are moving them away from the iron laws of nature that Tom refers to. We must also remind ourselves that those starving people have as much right to live and have children as we. There can be no excuse for not helping them to reach the standards of living that we enjoy, and by doing so, we are also helping ourselves, as they become able to buy our products Bill Campbell (by email)
Man power FOR decades ‘Save the Children,’ ‘Band Aid,’ ‘Live Aid’ and many other worthy causes have been pumping money into these Third World countries. Every night we see mothers holding starving children up to the camera. This, to me, begs the question: “Where are these very fertile fathers”? Are they resting in their huts, building up strength to sire yet more children? I think that if a reward was offered to them to have a vasectomy, they could still have their moments of pleasure but not sire more ‘Born to die children.’ I hope that you can find space to print this and please carry on your good work. The Euro Weekly News is an excellent local newspaper. John Frensham, Ciudad Quesada (Alicante).
Parents usurped I AGREE with Leapy Lee’s comments entirely regarding the Cinderella Law. It’s also interesting to note that another proposal was announced the same week to prescribe the ‘morning after’ pill to girls as young as 12 without their parents’ knowledge. Not only is this condoning law-breaking, but removes the parents’ ability to provide moral guidance. Not something that should be done to Cinderella. Opposing messages are being sent out here. Gerry Silwood (by email)
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•Russell Crowe •Joaquin Phoenix •Connie Nielsen •Oliver Reed •Richard Harris
Engagement 1:25pm Life 3:25pm Mr Woodcock 5:05pm Wild Hogs 7:00pm Kindergarten Cop 9:00pm The Five-Year Engagement 11:10pm Life 1:10am Mr Woodcock 2:50am How to Make Love to a Woman
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Multi-Oscar winning film about Maximus, a powerful Roman general, loved by the people and the aging Emperor who, before his death, chooses Maximus to become heir over his own son. A power struggle leaves Maximus and his family condemned to death. Unable to save his family, Maximus loses his will to live and allows himself to get captured and put into the Gladiator games to meet his death. The only desire that fuels him now is the chance to rise to the top so that he will be able to look into the eyes of the man who will feel his revenge.
11:30am Noah Special 12:00pm Man of Steel 2:25pm The Karate Kid, Part II 4:25pm The Next Karate Kid 6:20pm Gladiator 9:00pm Man of Steel 11:30pm Crank 1:05am Dredd 2:45am The Delta Force 5:00am The Karate Kid, Part II
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8:55am First Night 11:00am Before Midnight 12:55pm Now is Good 2:45pm Steel Magnolias 4:50pm Lorenzo's Oil 7:10pm Jersey Girl 9:00pm Before Midnight 11:00pm Dangerous Liaisons 1:10am Anna Karenina 3:30am Hide Away 5:00am The Top Ten Show 2014 5:15am Fun in Acapulco
BBC3/ 8:00pm Great Movie Mistakes 8:25pm Doctor Who 9:10pm Doctor Who 10:00pm Sun, Sex and Suspicious Parents 11:00pm Russell Howard's Good News 11:30pm EastEnders 12:00am Family Guy 12:25am Family Guy 12:45am Family Guy 1:10am Family Guy 1:30am Orphan Black 2:15am Sweat the Small Stuff 2:45am Russell Howard's Good News 3:15am Impractical Jokers 3:45am Kerry 4:00am Life and Death Row
Orphan Black (Science Fiction Series, 2013) BBC 3 from 1:30am to 2:15am Sci-fi drama series. Sarah is out of options, on the run, and pursued by deadly adversaries. Desperate to find her daughter Kira, Sarah suspects ruthless proclone Rachel is behind Kira's disappearance and sparks an all-out war against her. Alison and Donnie attend the funeral of her fallen friend Aynsley, causing Alison to sink into guilt and despair. Cosima is faced with a perplexing decision that may have dire consequences.
BBC4/ 8:00pm World News Today 8:30pm BBC Young Musician 2014 10:00pm Frank Sinatra
11:35pm ... Sings the Great American Songbook 12:35am Doris Day: Virgin Territory 1:35am Frank Sinatra 3:10am ... Sings the Great American Songbook 4:10am Sounds of the 70s
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Doctor Who (Science Fiction Series) BBC 3 from 8:00pm to 8:50pm Science fiction series about the adventures of an alien timetraveller, known as The Doctor. He explores space and time, solving problems and righting wrongs.
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3:00pm Modern Family 6:00pm Robots 7:45pm Futurama 8:30pm The Simpsons 9:00pm Storm City 10:00pm Arrow 11:00pm Revolution 12:00am An Idiot Abroad 2:00am Road Wars 5:00am Brainiac: Science Abus
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•Leonardo DiCaprio •Toby Maguire •Carey Mulligan •Joel Edgerton
Goldmember 9:00pm Grown Ups 2 10:50pm American Pie 2 12:45am As Good as It Gets 3:10am Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo 4:50am The Top Ten Show 2014 5:10am Little Shop of Horror
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The Great Gatsby (Film, 2013) When Nick Carraway moves into the house next door to selfmade millionaire Jay Gatsby, he gives the infamous recluse the perfect means to reconnect with old flame Daisy.
10:20am FilmCity Slacker 12:00pm St Elmo's Fire 2:00pm The Great Gatsby 4:25pm Sweet Charity 7:00pm Beyond the Sea 9:00pm The Great Gatsby 11:30pm The Four Feather 1:50am Having You 3:35am FilmReturn 5:25am Evita
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11:20pm Killer Whales 12:20am Neil Sedaka: King of Song 1:20am Neil Sedaka Says: All You Need is the Music 2:05am Top of the Pops
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Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (Film, 2003) BBC 3 from 8:50pm to 11:00pm Eccentric Captain Sparrow is on a mission to rescue the Governer's beautiful daughter, Elizabeth, and his ship, the Black Pearl, both of which have been captured by curse-ridden pirate, Captain Barbossa.
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Becoming Wolverine 2:00pm Robots 3:45pm Modern Family 6:00pm The Simpsons 7:00pm Modern Family 8:00pm About a Boy 8:30pm The Simpsons 9:30pm Futurama 10:00pm Hawaii Five-0 11:00pm NCIS: Los Angeles
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•Will Smith • Tommy Lee Jones
7:05pm The Dukes of Hazzard 9:00pm Ted 11:00pm You, Me and Dupree 1:00am Happy Gilmore
SkyMoviesAction/ 8:25am Men in Black 10:10am Men in Black II 11:45am Click to read more about Men in Black 3FilmMen in Black 3
10:00pm Easter Island: Mysteries of a Lost World 11:30pm The Wonder of Bees with Martha Kearney 12:00am Frank Sinatra: The Voice of the Century
When a vengeful alien goes back in time to kill secret agent K, his partner J travels back to the swinging 60s on a mission to save him. Sci-fi comedy.
1:35pm After Earth 3:20pm Men in Black 5:05pm Men in Black II 6:40pm Men in Black 3 8:30pm After Earth 10:15pm Bad Boys II 12:45am Ali
SkyMoviesDrama/ 7:50am The First Time 9:35am Cruel Intentions
11:20am The Top Ten Show 2014 11:35am Sleepless in Seattle 1:30pm You've Got Mail 3:40pm The Bodyguard 5:55pm Sleepless in Seattle 7:50pm You've Got Mail 10:00pm The Bodyguard 12:15am Gorillas in the Mist 2:30am Best Man Down
1:35am Sings the Great American Songbook 2:35am Top of the Pops 3:25am Easter Island: Mysteries of a Lost World
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Starsky and Hutch (Film, 2004)
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•Ben Stiller •Owen Wilson •Snoop Dogg •Fred Williamson
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This affectionate, full-throttle cinematic remake of the 1970s US cop TV series roared on to our screens in thick clouds of burning rubber in 2004. While it seemed impossible that David Starsky and Ken Hutchinson could be played by anyone other than Paul Michael Glaser and David Soul in the original, surprisingly Ben Stiller and Owen Wilson (pictured) do a sterling job here, so much so that after 20 minutes or so, you're hooked and willing the pair on. Sure at times it's a spoof, but the original never took itself very seriously either, so it's never a problem.
6:15am Hello, Dolly! 8:45am Darling Companion 10:40am The Notebook 12:50pm Dead Poets Society 3:05pm Chasing Mavericks 5:10pm The Notebook 7:20pm Les Miserables 10:00pm Dead Poets Society 12:15am Chasing Mavericks 2:20am Cinderella Man
8:00pm Doctor Who 10:00pm Sun, Sex and Suspicious Parents 11:00pm Russell Howard's Good News 11:30pm EastEnders 12:00am Family Guy 12:23am Family Guy 12:46am Family Guy 1:10am American Dad! 1:30am In the Flesh 2:30am Russell Howard's Good News 3:00am Invasion of the Job Snatchers 4:00am Extreme Beauty Queens: Secrets of South America
Sun, Sex and Suspicious Parents (Documentary) BBC 3 from 10:00pm to 11:00pm Series in which teenagers take their first summer holiday abroad without their parents, who, unbeknown to the kids, secretly watch everything that unfolds.
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2:00am The Wonder of Bees with Martha Kearney 2:30am Britain by Bike 3:00am Hinterland
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5:30pm Futurama 6:00pm The Simpsons 6:30pm Modern Family 7:00pm Modern Family 7:30pm The Simpsons 8:00pm The Simpsons 8:30pm The Simpsons 9:00pm Hawaii Five-0 10:00pm Twin Towns
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Rot set in with trendy teachers T
HE reports this week that British schoolchildren were some of the most badly behaved in Europe didn’t surprise me one bit. This particular rot started years ago when the first ‘trendy’, left-wing teacher turned up in jeans and a teeshirt, perched himself on the corner of his desk and told the class to call him John. That was the day respect went out of the window; schools were doomed and virtually guaranteed to descend into the unruly mire they now find themselves in. Children need discipline. If they don’t get it they will push and push in a constant endeavour to see just how far they can go. This is actually a desperate search for security. Until young minds know the boundaries, they are constantly at a loss and utterly insecure in their young and often confusing formative years. Not giving them the discipline they need is
NO DISCIPLINE: Children need boundaries.
LEAPY LEE SAYS IT OTHERS THINK IT to my mind bordering on child abuse. The mother, who was reported last week as purposely giving her four offspring a completely free rein in their upbringing, is on a trip doomed to failure. I have seen the results of this particular parenting ‘path’ before. When I was in the States,
many years ago, I was invited to the home of film actor James Mason and his wife Pamela. They were bringing up their children on a no-discipline basis. To see their son of around 14 smoking a cigar and drinking a beer as he sat watching TV was bad enough. However, the interesting youngster was the daughter, Portland, who was around 18. She was almost too timid to even say hello. What had
occurred was, that on moving out into the world, she had discovered that in real life you simply couldn’t do exactly as you pleased. Realising this, she had become totally withdrawn and almost frightened to say boo to a goose. A direct result of not being taught the boundaries in life that keep us from total anarchy. I also feel that this parental attitude is down to bone idleness. How much easier to
simply let ’em get away with everything, than having to control and risk confrontations with their offspring. Show me a child who has been correctly and fairly taught the rules and I’ll generally show you a well-adjusted human being, confidently facing a world that can only exist within the boundaries of discipline and order. Slight slip last week (which was gleefully pounced on by a number of you). Muslims are allowed four wives by the Koran, not five as I stated. However, in my defence, they are actually allowed one mistress. A sort of ‘spare’ as it were. So my statement wasn’t that much adrift By the time you read this I shall be back in Mallorca with my lovely children. Wheeee! Thanks, Tenerife, it has been a blast.
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The health benefits of having a pet HEALTH BENEFITS: Having a pet improves your health.
LIVING with a pet doesn’t just give us an extra dose of love but the company of an animal, which is with us day and night, can also improve our physical and mental health. The responsibility of looking after another being enriches and reinforces our interpersonal relationships - very often a grumpy person who looks
after a pet for a week will be less grumpy by the end of the week. Studies have shown that having a dependant animal raises our selfesteem and the ease with which we interact with others. If you have a dog the benefits are obvious; there are the long walks as well as all the playtime that these wonderful animals share with us, they are also extremely social and will make you make friends with complete strangers. Medical science has proved time and time again that walking a dog produces endorphins but what is not so obvious, even to medical science, is that stroking and interacting with almost any animal can also produce the same pleasant release of endorphins.
Five is better than seven EXPERTS now say eating seven servings of fruits and vegetables a day is the best way to stay fit and healthy for a long life and vegetables are more beneficial than fruit. A study of over 65,000 randomly selected adults aged 35 or older, found that eating at least seven servings per day was associated with a 42 per cent lower risk of death from any cause. HEALTHY: Seven servings of fruit.
How to stay slim this summer
THE weather is warmer and summer is just around the corner. In a bid to stay trim, try these somewhat surprising slimming methods: Eat with the wrong hand. A lot of people eat out of habit, but by breaking that habit, such as eating with the ‘wrong’ hand can lower the amount of food you eat according to researchers from the University of Southern California (USA). Chew on chillies. A study of 78 people in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition concluding that chewing chillies or taking supplements containing a key substance in chili; dihydrocapsiate (DHC) can aid weight loss as DHC can raise the body’s metabolism rate and burn more fat. Make a fist.
Clenching your fists for 30 seconds can halt temptation when you have a food craving, reported the Journal of Consumer Research in 2011. An apple a day. Or more specifically apple peel, as the peel contains an acid which increases muscle and the levels of brown fat which helps the body to burn calories. Dessert for breakfast. Researchers from the Tel Aviv University (Israel) concluded from a study of dieters that those who ate a sweet dessert at breakfast lost more weight over eight months than those on the same calories who had a smaller, low-carb breakfast. This is believed to be as the metabolism is the most active in the morning and you have longer to work off the calories.
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For responsible summer tanning NOW that summer has rolled round again we would all like to get rid of that winter pallor but we also know that tanning can be bad for us; here are some tips to avoid the usual combination of sun worshipping and skin damage. Wear sun block, at least factor 30 for the first few sessions, and put it on around half an hour before you hit the rays as it needs time to soak in and take effect.
Avoid the midday sun; not even mad dogs and Englishmen should be in the sun when it’s at its strongest which is between 12pm and 5pm - the infrared and ultraviolet rays are at their most powerful. Eat more foods that contain beta-carotene, this increases the amount of melanin in the upper layers of your skin. Foods rich in this are spinach, tomatoes, carrots and lettuce.
Dry yourself after a dip. The ‘magnifying glass’ effect of water droplets can burn skin even if your protection is waterproof. Don’t think that just because you are not in direct sunlight that you won’t burn - indirect light will burn you just as quickly - shade is not a protector. And lastly avoid sun lamps: they’ll damage your skin twice as quickly as the real thing.
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Tooth whitening at home IF you think that tooth whitening needs to be done by a dentist think again! Here are some home remedies to keep your gnashers gleaming! Bicarbonate: mix it into your toothpaste and brush normally; WHITER THAN WHITE: How to create the perfect smile. this should only be used Hydrogen peroxide: one of the you just came from the two or three times a bar, but with whiter easiest to use; just dilute in week as it is a little water and rinse around your fangs. abrasive. Bananas Bananas: they mouth for 30 seconds, just make Lemon juice: to rubbed over contain salicylic sure to do it only once a week. be used teeth for two Sage leaves: this ancient acid and, if sparingly as it is minutes a day rubbed over remedy has been used for very acidic but if teeth for two centuries; rub onto your teeth you put just a will have a few drops on minutes a day, will every night for a week and you’ll whitening effect your toothbrush have a whitening see the results. Charcoal: strange though it once a week you’ll effect. be fine. Strawberries and may sound this actually works. Beer: yes beer! Mix beer with oranges: also contain salicylic Mix some into your toothpaste a little salt to make a paste and acid; use in the same way as and its abrasive qualities will do the rest. brush your teeth to smell like bananas.
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FOOT FANCY: Getting ready for summer.
Best foot first for summer sandals AFTER a winter cooped up in socks, closed shoes and boots our feet need a little TLC before debuting in this season’s sandals. The best thing to start with is a good soak in tepid water with a few drops of rosemary and tea tree oil followed by a good scrubbing away of all the dead skin accumulated through the tough winter. After exfoliating your feet will need hydrating with a decent, paraffin based
moisturiser, preferably containing essential oils as these help restore the balance of the skin. Next comes the pedicure - get rid of those cuticles and make sure to shape the toe nails with an emery board. And finally: paint the nails whatever colour you fancy there are no rules to this bit! If you have followed all of these steps then you should have not only beautiful feet but also a healthy pair of paws.
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TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) Although you are feeling more confident in many ways, there is also a secret insecurity. There is a strange emotional atmosphere this week, which perplexes you. An unusual feeling that you need to change your surroundings cannot be put down to a seasonal 'nesting' instinct. GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) Waiting for just the right time to do and say things this week can produce miracles. Spontaneity may be your watchword but forward planning is where real progress is at the moment. It's not a week to expect co-operation from others. CANCER (June 22 - July 23) If you are James Bond, I see no surprises in the week ahead. If you are not, then I certainly do. Something quite shocking crosses your path, so be cautious in your approach to new situations. Keep your eyes and ears open and be prepared to seek advice. LEO (July 24 - August 23) At last it is clear that the future holds something quite exciting. Looking back during the past few years there has been a build-up to this moment. Treading a new path is half the story. There is much to be discovered both outside and inside your sphere. VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) Your heart is saying ‘Let’s get out and have some fun.’ Your head is saying ‘Okay, but let’s leave it until later.’ Which is right? Well, one thing is for sure, emphasis on finances is restraining. You are, however, building on something strong for the future. LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) What others see as our way ahead is not always the path which we want to tread. It would be easy to be cosy and not take a chance. Is that what you really want? Outside influences are heavy and pressing at times.
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True Detective is an American crime drama series and traces the lives of two Louisiana State policemen in the homicide division as they hunt for a serial killer for 17 years. Created and written by Nic Pizzolatto it stars Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson.
May 3: Bing Crosby. Singer. Bass-baritone singer most famous for his hit single ‘White Christmas’ in 1954; he has sold over half a billion singles worldwide. May 4: Will Arnett, 43. TV actor. Best known for his role in hit TV series ‘Arrested Development’ this American actor was once thrown out of the prestigious Lakefield College for bad behaviour.
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LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION 1 Elders, 2 Pallet, 3 Cheers, 4 Either, 5 Dealer, 6 Reacts, 7 Healer, 8 Render, 9 Rivers, 10 Lender, 11 Rulers, 12 Desert, 13 Deeper, 14 Breach, 15 Meters, 16 Plumed, 17 Reader, 18 Seduce, 19 Formed
IF IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK: A meeting of like minds fires you on all cylinders. Because such a special year is already under way, the excitement is building. Get career needs out of the way and dealt with early. May 2: Lily Allen, 28. Singer. This British singer-songwriter had an international hit in 2006 with her album ‘Alright Still.’ In 2013 she released the single ‘Hard Out Here’ which was criticised for being racist.
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May 5: Adele, 25. Singer This British soul singer came to mainstream success aged 19 with her bestselling album ‘19,’ she also won a Grammy Award for best new artist in 2009.
May 1: Tommy Robredo. Tennis player. This famous Spanish tennis player, born in Hostalric, Girona, had a career high in 2006 when he reached a singles ranking of 5 as a result of winning the Hamburg Masters. He is known to be most comfortable playing on clay. Both his parents were heavily involved in tennis thus giving him a good start.
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SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) Be sure not to put up with tedious comments. Someone is trying to rile you. Who are they to think this way? It is foolish and impossible to please this person. Avoid them and move on to something out of their sphere. A few days away clears your head and gives a more balanced picture.
CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) There are plenty of people who will tell you that what you seek does not exist. They will also tell you that what you feel is unsustainable. This is, however, no time to compromise your dreams or emotional needs. Taking a bright view and a chance now seems unusual to those round you.
SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) Who wants you to go where and who wants you to do what? Each day seems to be spoken for before it arrives. Spending your life like this means running out of credit on your health. Do not neglect your well-being for the wishes of others.
AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19) The last time that you sat down and thought about your finances it was confusing. Things are a lot simpler now. Keep emotions and the needs of others out of the equation. Balance is what this week is all about. Get the percentages right now and it is plain sailing for the immediate future.
May 6: George Clooney, 52. Film actor. Actor, director, activist and producer he came to international fame through hit TV series ‘ER’ playing Dr. Doug Ross; he has starred in a multitude of Hollywood films since. May 7: Traci Lords, 45. TV actress. Film actress, producer and director she has appeared in ‘I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell;’ she also appeared in many B-movies.
PISCES (February 20 - March 20) Something comes to your attention that makes you feel both anger and injustice. As you are urged to speak out and put your cards on the table, you hesitate. Be sure to have the true facts of the matter because this gives you real confidence. ARIES (March 21 - April 20) There is a strong urge to be up and doing something to further your artistic needs. Be sure that you know what is important. Keep it simple and aim straight for it. There may be other options to be explored, but do not go off at a tangent. To do so would see you have many fingers in many pies but making little real progress. Trust your instincts.
UK LEGAL ODDITIES TRUE OR FALSE? 1. It is illegal to be drunk on licensed premises? 2. It is illegal to carry a plank along a pavement? 3. It is illegal to destroy or deface money? 4. It is illegal to drive cows down the roadway without the permission of the commissioner of police? 5. It is illegal to eat mince pies on Christmas Day? 6. It is illegal to enter the Houses of Parliament wearing a suit of armour? 7. It is illegal to place a stamp of the Queen upside down on a letter? 8. It is legal for a pregnant woman to relieve herself anywhere she likes, including in a policeman’s helmet? 9. It is legal to shoot a Welshman with a longbow on Sunday in the Cathedral Close in Hereford; or inside the city walls of Chester after midnight; or a Scotsman within the city walls of York, other than on a Sunday? 10. London hackney carriages (black taxicabs) must carry a bale of hay and a sack of oats?
Nonagram How many English words of four letters or more can you make from the nine letters in our Nonagram puzzle? Each letter may be used only once (unless the letter appears twice). Each word MUST CONTAIN THE CENTRE LETTER (in this case D) and there must be AT LEAST ONE NINE LETTER WORD. Plurals, vulgarities or proper nouns are not allowed.
TARGET: Average: 12 Good: 16 Very good: 23 Excellent: 28
LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION acne, ante, cane, cant, cent, cran, cyan, earn, etna, nape, narc, nary, neap, near, neat, pane, pant, pean, pent, rant, rent, tarn, tern, yarn, antre, caner, canty, carny, crane, enact, entry, nacre, panty, paten, pecan, reran, yearn, yenta, canter, carney, enrapt, entrap, errant, napery, nectar, pantry, parent, prance, ranter, recant, trance, trepan, encrypt, errancy, nectary, partner, patency, prancer, ternary, CARPENTRY
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Move from the start word (PAIR) to the end word (BOND) in the same number of steps as there are rungs on the Word Ladder. You must only change one letter at a time.
PAIR PAID SAID SAND BAND BOND
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1. TRUE, 2. TRUE, 3. TRUE, 4. TRUE, 5. FALSE (the only Christmas Day on which eating mince pies was illegal was in 1644, as 25 December that year fell on a legally-mandated day of fasting), 6. TRUE, 7. FALSE (according to the Royal Mail, it is perfectly acceptable to put a stamp upside-down), 8. FALSE, 9. FALSE (it is illegal to shoot a Welsh or Scottish (or any other) person regardless of the day, location or choice of weaponry), 10. FALSE
The purpose of the Hexagram puzzle is to place the 19 six-letter words into the 19 cells. The letters at the edges of interlocking cells MUST BE THE SAME. The letters in the words must be written CLOCKWISE. The word in cell 10 (COBBLE) and one letter in four other cells are given as clues.
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Unscramble the name of a famous American singer-songwriter and producer: LIBRARY WOMAN
Across 1 Shaking in rage - get back (6) 5 Quite eye catching (6) 8 Of a female lover for a champion (4) 9 Could start Serbian riot for firearms (8) 10 Produce blended green tea (8) 11 I be cross with a goat (4) 12 A sailor coming back for a book of maps (5) 14 Long time getting to the point (5) 18 Bans plastic bags (4) 20 Head furniture maker? (8) 22 Copy isles Ken designed (8) 23 Signal to a famous cyclist? (4) 24 Deprived female in a hat (6) 25 Ramblers problem - sores (5)
Unscramble the name of a television game show (one word): STOCKS RUBBLE FUNAGRAM SOLUTION: BARRY MANILOW, BLOCKBUSTERS
Play on Words WORDS WORDS LOST WORDS WORDS
7 Signature tune from ‘The Meeting House’ (5) 13 Hard stone in gold before (7) 15 Causes for change of season after the third of March (7) 16 A Canadian's first coin, in a manner of speaking (6)
17 Heard one taking hold of Roman leader (6) 19 A Spanish acceptance of French digression (5) 21 Wanders around for nothing, among the sheep (5)
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Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 25 represents F and 10 represents Z, so fill in F every time the figure 25 appears and Z every time the figure 10 appears. Now, using your knowledge of the English language, work out which letters should go in the missing squares. As you discover the letters, fill in other squares with the same number in the main grid and the control grid.
Across 1 December 24 (9,3) 7 Ambience (4) 8 Parts of a whole (8) 9 Military engagement (6) 10 Pictures (6) 11/16 Become empty of water (3,3) 12 Abnormally high body temperature (5) 14 Commonplace (5) 16 See 11 18 Increase threefold (6) 20 Overindulgence (6) 22 Lasting two years (8) 23 Very light coloured (4) 24 At infrequent intervals (4,2,1,5)
Down 1 Bravery (7) 2 Respond to (5) 3 Evening meal (6)
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4 Edge (6) 5 Corkscrew shapes (7) 6 Scene (5) 13 Obliterate (7) 15 Free from blame (7) 16 Draw up plans for (6)
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Down 2 Meet Len in order to design a component (7) 3 Only an advance, say (5) 4 Canter around for a delicious drink (6) 5 Confer with beaten player (6) 6 The journalist has ice if in the building (7)
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17 Colour between green and orange (6) 19 Rule (5) 21 Italian island (5)
English - Spanish The clues are mixed, some clues are in Spanish and some are in English.
LAST WEEK’S SOLUTIONS CRYPTIC Across: 1 Tears, 4 Raisin, 9 Emanate, 10 Start, 11 Eden, 12 Carmine, 13 Sue, 14 Heap, 16 Edam, 18 Lid, 20 Archive, 21 Base, 24 Think, 25 Profile, 26 Rugged, 27 Asset. Down: 1 Thebes, 2 Aware, 3 Scam, 5 Assorted, 6 Stamina, 7 Nether, 8 Peace, 13 Sprinkle, 15 Etching, 17 Halter, 18 Leapt, 19 Behest, 22 Amiss, 23 Goya. QUICK Across: 1 Dromedary, 4 Ass, 6 Aware, 8 Khaki, 9 Amend, 10 Reach, 11 Cravat, 13 Appeal, 16 Style, 17 Raise, 19 Macaw, 20 Algae, 21 All, 22 Mardi Gras. Down: 1 Drastic, 2 Osaka, 3 Aikido, 4 Agitate, 5 Slash, 7 Elevate, 10 Replica, 12 Abysmal, 14 Larders, 15 Brewer, 16 Salsa, 18 Eager.
Across 1 Employer (9) 5 Gusto (sentido) (5) 7 To take out (5) 9 Six hundred (11) 10 Motorbikes (5) 11 Cansado (fatigado) (5) 13 Embalse (9)
Down 1 Comer (comida) (3) 2 Ejercicios (físico) (9) 3 To wake up (9) 4 Faces (body parts) (5) 6 Falda (prenda) (5) 8 To quote (writer, line, passage, source) (5) 9 To add up (5) 12 To give (3)
ENGLISH-SPANISH Across: 1 Socks, 3 Chalk, 6 Loar, 7 Barato, 9 Caracoles, 12 Cartas, 13 Pavo, 14 Ounce, 15 Tears. Down: 1 Sala, 2 Chaparron, 3 Clavos, 4 Ama de casa, 5 Knot, 8 Pasaje, 10 Ocio, 11 Dogs.
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Fruits are an absolute necessity for a healthy diet and as such we overlook just what we are eating; here is some information to help you get to know your fruits. 1. The Durian Has aphrodisiac qualities. This fruit from Southeast Asia is well known for its putrid smell, it is banned in many public places, but it is a belief among the Javanese that eating it will cause a powerful effect on the libido.
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2. Bananas Are too perfect. In Europe, and most of the world, we eat Cavendish bananas which are all genetically the same no matter where they come from; the problem is that they could all be wiped out with just one virus.
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AT 60 days in Amazon’s top 100 this cook book by TV presenter Mary Berry is a “must read” for all cooking fans. The book covers just about everything, not just baking, and covers the whole process from preparation to presentation. Among other highlights there is a recipe for “millionaire’s cheesecake” which looks wicked and a rich beef and mushroom stew with mustard mash that ticks all the boxes.
There is a slight whiff of the seventies about some recipes, the cobb salad for instance, but the majority are not only wholesome but achievable and affordable by most cooks. The book is packed full of useful tips and all but the most seasoned entertainer will find something useful. Do you know the difference between a dinner party and a casual supper? Mary will let you know. Mary Berry Cooks is aimed at
5. Oranges Aren’t usually orange. The colour orange may have been named for the fruit but they don’t all conform; most oranges that come from tropical countries aren’t orange at all but green - on the outside anyway. 6. Cherries Are ancient. The Cornelian cherry was mentioned as far back as the Greeks and Persians as sweet fruits and in more northern climes they have traditionally been used to make vodka or wine.
those who don’t have the time or inclination to search out niche ingredients but still want to serve something impressive.
3. Perfect fruit Can be a big deal. In Japan fruit is often given as a luxury
7. Watermelons Have long been a water source. Not just a tasty treat; references to the cultivation of this fruit as a water source go back to Egyptian hieroglyphics dating back more than 5,000 years. 8. Apples An apple a day really does keep the doctor away. A study from Florida State University shows that eating just a handful of apples per week can drastically reduce bad cholesterol.
ORANGES: Can be green. present to friends and family. There is a shop in Tokyo which specialises in the most perfect specimens of fruit - they must be free of blemishes and perfectly formed as well as tasting flavourful.
DURIAN: Has a putrid smell.
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Just Joking A sandwich walks into a bar. The barman says: “Sorry, we don’t serve food in here.” Do you know why you are supposed to bury a politician 100 feet down? Because deep down they are really good people. Why did the skeleton go to the party alone? He had no body to go with him!
Sudoku Fill the grid so that every row, every column and every 3X3 box contains the digits 1-9. There’s no maths involved. You solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic.
CHERRIES: An ancient fruit. 4. Berries Most berries aren’t berries. Strawberries, cranberries and so on - they have berry in their names but are they really? A berry is defined as a fruit that possesses a fleshy interior and an outer skin and is formed by the entire ovary of the plant, that means that grapes and avocadoes can be classified as berries.
9. Forbidden fruit Chimpanzees value forbidden Mating rituals of chimpanzees include the gift of fruit, but it is valued if it has been stolen another chimp.
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10. Guarana Guarana has a lot of mythology attached to it. According to legend, the guarana grew out of the eye of a murdered boy.
Boggled How many English words can you find in the Boggled grid, according to the following rules? The letters must be adjoining in a ‘chain’. They can be adjacent horizontally, vertically or diagonally. Words must contain at least four letters and may include singular and plural or other derived forms. No letter may be used more than once within a single word, unless it appears twice. No vulgarities or proper nouns are permitted.
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Average: 14 Good: 18 Very good: 26 Excellent: 32
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4 letters: 1 point • 5 letters: 2 points 6 letters: 3 points • 7 letters: 4 points 8 or more letters: 11 points
LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION meld, rare, ream, reamer, rear, rearm, remix, rent, armlet, amen, amir, amid, arid, earl, emir, tram, term, tear, team, tern, trip, triple, mart, marten, mare, marl, mire, mile, miler, mild, rarer, rime, rile, near, lent, lime, lira, lire, ilea, idle, idler, inter, intermix, inert, premix, prelim, paint, printer, plea, pint, pine, dime, dire
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Actions speak louder than words… Luke Cameron, 26, has hit the headlines after deciding to do one good deed a day for a year. Do you do good deeds, and what is the best thing a stranger has ever done for you?
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ETTING the sack when the company he worked for was taken over, was the best good deed ever done to Adrian Crossley, 48, from Marbella, Malaga. The salesman said: “It didn’t feel like it at the time, though! But it made me realise how unhappy I was in my work and with my life, which is probably why I got the push to start with. “I needed a fresh start and moved to Spain for a break. That was 10 years ago and I am still here and loving every
STREET TALK minute of it. As far as doing good deeds is concerned, I really admire Luke and hearing about him makes me think about what I could do to help people. I have always been willing to help a friend out, but maybe I could be more proactive about it and go out of my way to find people to help.” Melissa Samuels, 52, who works in a charity shop in London, and was on holiday in Torrevieja, Alicante, believed there were lots of people who do good deeds. “Think of all those charities out there. The vast majority rely on volunteers who work really hard giving their time up for nothing. “If that is not doing good deeds every day, then I don’t know MELISSA: Simple acts of kindness.
what is! I would encourage every one to find a charity they can help. It is very rewarding being able to help others, and I know from personal experience how people who benefit can be overwhelmed by simple acts of kindness,” Melissa said. Jeremy Anderson, 27, who lives in Torremolinos, Malaga, said: “It depends what you mean by a good deed. If anyone needs help I am very happy to give a hand, but that is normal, isn’t it? “For me, it is when a stranger is willing to help out that it really hits home. For example, my granddad was out on holiday in Fuengirola a couple of years ago and had a fall. He needed to go to hospital for stitches, but didn’t speak a word of Spanish. The owner of a nearby restaurant took him to Casualty and stayed with him through the night – they arrived at midnight and left at six in the morning – then took him back to
the hotel. He didn’t have to do that, my granddad had not even eaten in his restaurant! That is something which really makes you feel better about people and human nature in general.” Jeremy added: “Our thanks to him, and I would do the same myself in a similar situation. I think many people would.”
Are you turning into your dad - or mum? Nora Johnson
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CCORDING to a new survey of 2,000 adults by TV channel Gold, the average British man is turning into his dad at the age of 38. Heading the list of wake-up calls that you’re becoming your father was ‘falling asleep’ on the sofa (40 per cent), having ‘a chair’ (28 per cent), your special place at the dining table and around the TV, ‘dad dancing,’ ‘spending time in the shed’ and making ‘awful jokes’ that only you find funny. Those British men questioned also admitted to hoarding batteries (70 per cent), a variety of leads and cables (58 per cent), useless keys (29 per cent) and
takeaway menus (25 per cent). According to Steve North, General Manager of UKTV Gold: “The future looks bright for men, more sleep, having their own chair, letting loose on the dance floor and finding ourselves funny - it seems 38 is the age men officially lose their inhibitions.” Well, do men really find themselves turning into their dads? I’ve asked around friends, relatives and acquaintances with predictable results. One admitted to tramping around the house turning off lights in empty/ sunshine-filled rooms - just like his dad used to do. Another’s pride and joy is his dad’s old toolbox, containing his favourite hammer, spanner, screwdrivers, etc. And not forgetting his dad’s advice to him: “Always leave one job unfinished, son, so that when the missus comes up with another task, you can always say: “Yes dear, as soon as I finish…” But what about women? Do they turn into their mothers, too,
not at 38, but pretty soon after marriage? (Some men apparently turn into their mums, as well, but that’s another story!) One British acquaintance tells me she’s already written three letters of complaint this year, taken to recycling whatever’s in sight and spent 20 minutes moaning about neighbourhood litter, stray cats and dogs and potholed roads with a random woman in the doctor’s waiting-room. She feels she’s definitely turning into her mother - and she’s only 29! Now, isn’t it reassuring to come across some serious research for a change? This must surely put Gold TV in line for a Nobel prize at the very least. Seriously, to think that people genuinely put their names to a survey like this. It might fit the bill in a Christmas cracker, but well, really! Nora Johnson’s thrillers Retribution and The De Clerambault Code www.norajohnson.com) available from Amazon. Profits to Cudeca.
DAD’S HABITS: Falling asleep on the sofa.
JEREMY: It is normal, isn’t it?
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Pimms cocktail for summer PIMMS is one of the world’s favourite cocktails, but how did it all start and does it really need borage? James Pimm started with an oyster business in the industrial area of east London in 1823 but soon realised there was more money, and fun, in alcoholic drinks. Pimm teamed up with Samuel Morey in 1860 to start commercialising the drink through his oyster business which had become a restaurant. In winter they served it hot as a
sort of toddy and in summer cold with all the accessories. Bar Pimm Oyster became one of the ‘in’ places and was taken over by Sir Horace David Davies, a bon viveur, MP and mayor of London between 1897 and 1898. Pimms became an independent distillery in 1906 and international distribution came with expansion. The basic ingredients are whatever fruit you can find, cucumber plus Pimms and a sprig of herb - it doesn’t have to be borage!
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ALTHOUGH we spend less time cooking and pay less attention to what we eat, paradoxically we are more worried about looking after our health, but a lack of time is not incompatible with eating good, healthy meals.
Obviously some ingredients take longer to cook than others so with a little organising and planning, the job can get done in a shorter space of time. If one day is set aside to spend a little more time in the kitchen, then we can cook really
quickly for the rest of the week; par boiling vegetables and then freezing them is a good way to lessen time in the kitchen. There are also many products which are not ‘fast food’ but are nearly ready to eat such as frozen fish and veg.
PIMMS: Add whatever fruit you can find plus some cucumber.
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Chips Belgian delicacy that took CHIPS! Some like them thick and soggy and some like them thin and crispy, this Belgian delicacy has been delighting palates around the world for a very long time. Although they were almost definitely eaten earlier, the first documented consumption of the humble chip was by American president Thomas Jefferson who had ‘potatoes served in the French manner’ at a White House dinner in 1802. According to Etienne Bastaits, head chef and owner of the Atelier Belge de Madrid, the chip is one of the stars of any kitchen, even a ‘haute cuisine’ kitchen. The choice of potato
CHIPS: Everybody loves them, thick and soggy or thin and crispy!
variety is important as they should be high in starch and low in water, Bastaits recommends the Bintje potato as being perfect for frying. The perfect chip should be fried in oil at 130
degrees for around 11 minutes and then left to rest (around 10 minutes) before being thrown back into oil at 180 degrees for five minutes. This will make them extra crispy.
If you like them soggy, for instance, to accompany traditional British crispy cod, then just put them in 130 degree oil and let them cook slowly for around 20 minutes.
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For as little as €5 and less you can choose from Delia’s soup, salad, tapas, sandwich and burger menus. Breakfast at Restaurante Delia is also an excellent choice where you can choose from various regional Moroccan breakfast specialities, including the ‘Marrakech,’ ‘Chaouen,’ ‘Kenitra,’ and ‘Tanger’ breakfast options. So come visit Restaurante Delia at any time of day - morning, noon and night - for a taste of Morocco’s Chefchaouen right in your backyard. Delia Restaurant Calle Linda Vista, 5 29670, San Pedro de Alcantara 951 398 579 info@restaurantedelia.com
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EGGS: Come in all colours and sizes.
Eggs: we eat them but how much do we know of them? THE average human will eat around 13,345 eggs in their lifetime. We all eat eggs, be they duck, chicken, goose, plover or even ostrich, but what do we know about them? Here are a few interesting facts to mull over next time you indulge in the oval delight.
We keep eggs in the fridge yet they are always sold at room temperature. This is because a brusque or frequent temperature change (cold, hot, cold) could allow for the formation of fungus between the shell and the inner membrane.
You can tell if an egg is fresh or not by submerging it in water; the greater the buoyancy the fresher it is. Brown or white - it makes no difference to the egg itself, the colour is entirely dependent on the breed of chicken it comes from. Double yoke eggs
happen when two ovulations happen simultaneously and continue their development together. Some breeds produce these double delights more frequently than others. However you eat them, boiled or Benedict, they are delicious and nutritious.
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SUMMER SALADS: Dressings and accessories can make your meal taste completely different.
Dressings and accessories are essential for plain salads SUMMER and salads go together like gin and tonic but sometimes it can be a little difficult to make them interesting; we
usually just put oil and vinegar on them, or salad cream, but the more salads you eat the more dressings and accessories
you need. With just a few basic ingredients, you can make the same meal taste completely different.
Barbecued food may not be THE wonderful climate in southern Spain means that barbecues are highly popular with ex-pat residents but they may not be the healthiest way of cooking food. Burning wood or charcoal creates polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). These are noxious chemicals which have been shown to cause various types of cancer in laboratory animals.
Workers exposed to PAHs have also been found to have more cancers than average. Meat contains nitrogen and this combines with PAHs from the burnt fuel to make them even more dangerous. Experts are still arguing about the degree of risk that this poses to humans but in the meantime limiting the use of
As well as the obvious (mayonnaise) you can substitute the oil with ripe avocado flesh, coconut milk, cream or even hummus. The vinegar can be replaced by almost any citric fruit juice; even grapefruit. Mustard, ginger or sour cream also work well. As far as accessories go you may want to add bacon (any meat really), bits of toast, bits of fruit, beans or even bread. Finish off with a herb such as dill, oregano or cilantro.
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Bodies found DOZENS of bodies hundreds of years old have been found at the site of the old colonial St Bernard’s Hospital, which is being developed into a new school.
Mine-hunter THE Royal Navy mine-hunter HMS Blyth is in Gibraltar for a short visit before heading out to the Mediterranean for a three month NATO deployment.
Tribute paid UNITE the Union and the Government of Gibraltar used Workers’ Memorial Day to pay tribute to the emergency services following the Waterport power station explosion.
Tourist attractions GIBRALTAR Tourist Board has completed the second phase of its refurbishment programme of the main attractions to improve the tourist product ahead of the summer.
Port Sergeant ROYAL Gibraltar Regiment soldier CSgt Mark Hitchcock has taken on the role of Port Sergeant. This is the first time a Reservist soldier has been chosen for the role.
Hong Kong office THE Gibraltar Government has opened an office in Hong Kong and appointed Jason Cruz, who has lived there for more than 20 years, as representative and director.
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Gardening Corner By Dick Handscombe Spain’s best known expat gardening author about to start his 26th winter cut back.
FRESH figs are a summer delight for many expats as well as most Spaniards and can be dried in the sun or in a warm air dryer throughout the year. So naturally this fruit was one of the 70 fruits and nuts (scientifically also fruits) we included in our book ‘Growing healthy fruits in Spain - From strawberries to oranges and watermelons.’ Figs trees can be purchased or your own trees can be propagated from cuttings from sucker shoots growing out of the base of the trunk or from any branch, by air layering or even from the seeds inside the fruit.
This ease of propagation is important as it enables one to build up a collection of different varieties of black, brown and white skinned varieties, each of which will have distinct or subtle differences in tastes and keeping qualities. It is interesting that it is thought that the original trees and varieties of fig trees grew in the Middle East and Asia Minor and from there spread by traders, collectors and the expansion of the ancient Mediterranean races, also birds, to Turkey, Greece, Italy, France and Spain . From there the fig fruit spread to North and South America by the early conquerors, missionaries and settlers. This natural exportation of an important fruit continued in the 20th century and plant breeding programmes in universities
such as UC California and Louisiana State University has led to the 300 varieties available worldwide today. Most varieties of fig ripen from August to October but some are biferous and have two crops, the first in June and July and the second in the autumn. So if you enjoy fresh or cooked figs get going and build up a collection of fig trees growing in the open ground or for size control in containers. For interest yesterday one of the home
cooked desserts I prepared for my traditional Easter Monday Paella Party was dried figs cooked slowly in an earthenware dish on my solar cooker in a 50:50 mix of white wine and anise liquor. Other dishes include grilled sardines, egg and bacon, rabbit or lamb casseroles, roast chickens, soups, bread and cakes. Fig tree propagation 1. Cut metre cuttings during May as a good
rooting temperature is 70 degrees centigrade and plant two thirds deep in the open ground or shorter 30 centimetre cuttings in pots. 2. Plant in a rich damp compost/soil mix in the open and damp compost in pots. 3. Place the pots in large plastic bags and seal to maintain constant humidity. 4. Place pots in a dappled shady area. Within six months to nine months there should be sufficient roots to support the trees.
A sensitive nose... THE dog has around 200 million sensitive cells in its nose compared to a human’s five million, so its sense of smell is around 40 times better than ours. A dog’s sense of smell is made even stronger by an organ in the roof of the mouth that
humans do not possess. This enables it to ‘taste’ a smell, turning a weak smell into a stronger one. This sensitivity to smell, especially butyric acid emitted in sweat, enables a dog to pick out the ball belonging to its owner from several balls thrown by different people. It also enables
BLOODHOUND: Can track someone for up to 100 miles.
6. Fig trees are drought resistant but you will need to keep the soil damp by occasional deep waterings for a couple of years. 7. Fig trees in containers will need regular waterings during the growing season. 8. Figs are fairly frost resistant so can be grown at up to an altitute of 800 metres. Happy days collecting fig cuttings and propagating. © Dick Handscombe www.gardenspain.com May 2014.
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MISCELLANEOUS WOODY´S LOS BOLICHES. Greeting Cards, mail to and from the UK. Passport renewals and all adverts for Euro Weekly News – display or classified. Open 9.00-2.00PM (Sat 10.00 – 2.00PM) One street behind the Confortel, just off Plaza San Rafael, Los Boliches, on C/Poeta Salvador Rueda 93 (Passports Mon to Fri Only) Tel: 952 471 877 (95705)
MOBILE HOMES WE BUY, Sell, remove all types of mobile homes. We pay CASH and cover all of Spain. More details call Suzi Caley 616 250 727 / 951 063 059 or email suzica ley@gmail.com (215521)
HEALTH INSURANCE Competitive prices, English worded policies. Pay monthly or annually. All levels of cover. Premiums from €25 a month. Tel: 956 795 453 Abbeygate Insurance (68259)
WANT TO RELOCATE? We can transport your home and install on to a 12 month park from £4,995. Annual site fees from €3,000 Freephone: 0044 1782 90 80 70 (85143)
ABBEYGATE INSURANCE Car insurance exclusive for expatriates, save up to 50%. Find out about our price pledge on UK plated cars. Home insurance from €50. Tel: 952 893 380 (68259)
LOANS HOLA CREDITO. Instant short term loans against your valuables. Quick, easy and always discreet. Tel 900 123 457 www.holacredito.com (219899)
EU INSURANCE DIRECT Extra Special Offers. Up to €50 cash back for car and home insurance (conditions apply) for new customers. For all your Insurance Needs and the Best Price and Best Cover in English, call Wendy on 952 830 843 / 676 098 464 email info@euinsurancedirect.com www.euinsurancedirect.com (72303)
LOANS AVAILABLE on all types of paintings, jewellery, watches, silver etc. Any condition. Immediate cash settlement. For more information call into Anthony’s Antiques & Jewellers shops extensive premises at C/Ramon y Cajal 40, Fuengirola. Mobile 609 529 633. Tel: 952 588 795 (SE) (201522)
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24/7 LOCKSMITH INVESTMENT OPP 11% APR on your savings with guarantees and more. Please call without obligation. 653 946 311 (215520)
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LOCKSMITH emergency / appointment. Doors opened without damage, locks changed, patio doors and windows secured, 24 hour honest, fast and reliable service. Call Paul 657 466 803 (216650) T1 COSTALOCKS 24/7, LOCKSMITH/ HOME SECURITY, NEW KEYS, KEYED ALIKE, WINDOWS SECURED, SAFES OPENED / INSTALLED, FREE HOME SECURITY CHECK, CALL Debby or Bob 952 660 233 / 667 668 673 CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED WWW.COSTALOCKS.COM (215516) T2 www.euroweeklynews.com
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BRAND NEW WILLERBY Siena 32m² home sited within a stylish gated community, 45 minutes from Malaga airport £19,995 Freephone: 0044 1782 90 80 70 (85143) WILLERBY COTTAGE 28x10 sited in ‘La Serrana Hills’ of Pizarra, site open all year round, swimming pool, only £13,495. Want to view? Freephone: 0044 1782 90 80 70 (85143)
24/7 MOBILITY MOBILITY SCOOTERS, electric wheelchairs, wheelchairs, walking frames for sale and rent. Delivered to home or hotel at very competitive prices. Part exchange considered. Always a good selection of quality used mobility scooters in stock with guarantee.We have large scooters with a range of up to 40km. Medium scooters with a range of up to 30km and small scooters that can go into your car with a range of 8-12km. We also stock electric wheelchairs with a range of 30km and one that folds to go into your car with a range of 12km. New wheelchairs always in stock and used ones at considerable savings. Mobility scooters bought for cash. Mobility scooter batteries supplied and fitted. For same day delivery phone 609 581 139. email info@mobili tyscootersdirectspain.com / www.mobilityscootersdi rectspain.com (201565)
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CLASSIFIEDS MOBILITY THE MOBILITY WIZARD. The only company in southern Spain that specialises in repairing and maintaining mobility scooters, power chairs and mobility products. Authorised repair agents for most European manufacturers. Most repairs carried out at your place of residence, batteries analysed and replaced if needed, tyres supplied and fitted. Summer’s coming, has your mobility scooter been serviced lately? Full service and inspection at your home for just €60. Large selection of mobility scooters available for sale and rent, no deposit required and free delivery. We also offer roadside assistance, we will come to your rescue if you’re unfortunate enough to have a breakdown or puncture, keep this number handy! Tel 633 127 901 / www.mobility-spain.com /info@mobility-spain.com (215561) MOBILITY hires and sales, all along the coast. Used scooters from 395€. Tel 952 447 764 (223067)
MORTGAGES
MOTOR HOMES BW CALIFORNIA CAMPERVAN, automatic 2.5 TDI, 174cv August 2006, 35,000kms. Bike rack, toldo, extra seat. Full service history, wonderful condition, €29,000. Ring 661 279 571 (220355)
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CAR SERVICES CHIPS AWAY, Marbella, San Pedro. 10% discount. Tlf. 952 853 350. See advert on page 14 (209715) AUTOMATIC gearbox specialist. Transmatic. All models including classic cars, serviced, repaired and reconditioned. Also 4x4 transfer boxes and power steering Call/fax 952 796 166 / 952 805 804 email: trans matic2005@yahoo.com. www.transmatic.es (221410) BRITISH MECHANIC WORKSHOP. Repair, service & ITV to all makes of cars, vans and 4 x 4s. Call Steve 951 914 025 or 605 407 369. Poligono Las Perales, Mijas Costa. britmechanicspain @gmail.com (221281) ENGLISH BODYSHOP. Fully equipped, Mijas Costa. No job too small. 952 667 074 (223204) MECHANIC workshop & mobile. All work undertaken. ITVs done. Reasonable rates. Prompt, reliable services 24/7. 620 020 232, 951 165 090 (222269)
MOSQUITO SCREENS ACE OF SHADES - Don’t let the bugs get you! Available in enrollable, slider and pleated. Large choice of colours including wood effect. Tel: 951 273 254 / 671 732 204 / info@aceof shades.es (101730) MOSQUITO Screens for windows, doors and a high quality sliding patio door screen. All finishes available. Quick service. All areas covered. Call Julian 655 825 931 (221450)
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FOR SALE CLEARANCE SALE at Robertson Cars. Cheap trade-in Cabrio Ford Escort 1.6, 1995, genuine 98,000kms, approx 61,000 miles, rarely used holiday car, electric roof, windows, locking. Midnight blue with alloy wheels. Bargain buy, be quick. Only 1,995 euros, yes 1,995 euros. Samantha or Gordon Robertson (The Car Couple) 952 832 173 / 608 658 785 www.robertsoncars-spain.com (223164)
ESTATE station wagon Peugeot 207, year 2008, top of the range ‘Outdoor’, big glass sunroof, genuine 31,000kms with full Peugeot service history, always garaged, beautiful sea blue and alloy wheels, half leather interior, parking s e n s o r s a n d l i g h t s a n d ra i n s e n s o r s , e ve r y e x t ra , a b solutely immaculate, one elderly owner, new hip forces sale. 7,500 euros. Samantha and Gordon Robertson (The Car Couple) Tel.952 832 173 or 608 658 785 see photo on www.robertsoncars-spain.com (223164) CLEARANCE SALE at Robertson Cars, diesel, 2011 Renault Megane Scenic 1.5 DCI, 6 speed, 110 BHP. Emocion only 3 2 , 0 0 0 k m s ( a p p r ox 2 0 , 0 0 0 miles), still has manufacturer’s warranty for 18 months. One lady owner selling due to w o r k r e l o c a t i o n , l ove l y i n white with many extras and diesel economy was 12,995 euros, now 11,995 euros. Samantha or Gordon Robertson (The Car Couple) 952 832 173 or 608 658 785 www.robertsoncars-spain.com (223164) SELLING your Spanish car? Contact Robertson Cars. We pay the best prices in cash for quality. Expat owned Spanish Cars. Try the rest then call us for the best cash price and most importantly we guarantee the car will be transferred out of your name. Rest assured with Robertson Cars. Tel 952 832 173. (223164) JAGUAR 2006 S type 2.7 Automatic, 120,000kms 8,995€ 672 550 037 (209777) 2004 JEEP Wrangler, rhd Spanish plates, 6,995€. 672 550 037 (209777) 2002 MINI 1, Spanish lhd, 63,000km, 4,995€ 672 550 037 (209777) VW CADDY 2010, 1.9SDI, 75,000kms, FSH, 8,995€ 672 550 037 (209777) 2010 TOYOTA Yaris, diesel, alloys, a/c, 5,995€ 672 550 037 (209777) VOLVO C70, rhd, Spanish plates, diesel, automatic, 4x4 estate, fsh, 7,995€ 672 550 037 (209777) CHEVROLET CAPTIVA 2010, 2.4 petrol, manual, 9,750€ 672 550 037 (209777)
WANTED SPANISH PLATED CARS
INSTANT CASH SAMANTHA – GORDON
952 83 21 73 608 658 785 www.robertsoncars-spain.com
MUSTANG 2001, convertible 3.6 V6, Spanish plates, 6,995€. 672 550 037 (209777) CITROEN C4 automatic, 2006, 1.6 petrol, 5,995€ 672 550 037 (209777) BILL BRADY CARS has been established on the Costa del Sol since 1986, in which time he has helped thousands of expatriates to buy or sell their quality used Spanish cars and also keeping all the documentation simple so you understand all that is going on (which is important). You can contact Bill direct on 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 or billbradycars.com (222367)
1 - 7 May 2014 / Costa del Sol CONVERTIBLE/Cabrio Peugeot 307 CC 1.6 INJ, 2005 only 80,000klm (49,000mls) with service history from private owner, get ready for the summer at this low price, metallic black/black check trim, alloys, dual climate control and lots more yes, its only 5,995€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbradycars.com (222367) PRICE SLASHED - MOTOR-HOME Benimar Sport 300 2009 Mdl. Ford Transit 2.2 TDCI,130.HP,CV. only 59’000 Klm (37’000 Mls.) 6 berth 6 belted seats Air-Conditioned, full central heating, Alarm, rear view camera, shower, toilet, 120 Ltr. water tank, 3 gas hob, fridge/freezer, DVD. This camper is immaculate WAS 28’995€, NOW ONLY 26,995€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 bill bradycars.com (222367) 4x4 DIESEL Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2.5 TDI. 2003 only 130,000klm (81,000mls), metallic burgundy, front bull bar, side steps, tinted windows, tow bar, alloy wheels and much more, great looking jeep for only 5,995€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbradycars.com (222367) CONVERTIBLE Mazda MX-5 2007 1.8 Active + only 26,000klm (16,000mls), bereavement forces sale, best selling sports open top look fantastic and have great fun for only 8,500€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbradycars.com (222367) 4x4 AUTOMATIC Ford Kuga 2.0 TDCI, titanium 2011with full Ford warranty, metallic gunmetal grey, loads of extras, panoramic sun roof, parking sensors, front and rear, and lots more extras, a very scarce jeep at this low price of only 19,995€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbradycars.com (222367)
WE ARE currently the market leader in our country in the sale of direct car, motorbike, home and company fleet insurance. Since we started out in 1995, our philosophy has always been to offer an excellent service with the best prices in the market. For the most competitive quotes in English, call Linea Directa on 902 123 309. (200726)
MECHANICS MOBILE MECHANIC will come to your home or work. Servicing, repairs, ITVs & diagnostics. Call Mick on 617 553 072 (221408) BRITISH MECHANIC WORKSHOP. Repair, service & ITV to all makes of cars, vans and 4 x 4s. Call Steve 951 914 025 or 605 407 369. Poligono Las Perales, Mijas Costa. britme chanicspain@gmail.com (217674) MECHANIC workshop & mobile. All work undertaken. ITVs done. Reasonable rates. Prompt, reliable services 24/7. 620 020 232, 951 165 090 (222269)
JAGUAR XJ6 Sovereign, 1992, 98,000kms. Recent ITV. Best offer over 2,000 euros. 617 423 095 (215540) MAZDA 5, 2.0 Sportive, 7 seater, silver, very good condition. €6,250 Tel 952 668 342 (217572) BOX TRAILER for sale - Brenderup - 2 wheel braked-box size 2.1m x 1.4m - spare wheel hardly used - 850€. 602 533 508 (220459) VW Caddie van - diesel - 2003 - UK reg - tow bar - roof rack - will soon need a clutch, but superb body 250€. 620 533 508 (220459)
INSURANCE ABBEYGATE INSURANCE. No automatic annual increase on our Motor Insurance, renewal policies. Call 952 893 380 (68259)
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VEHICLEBUYERSPAIN.ES Immediate cash for any UK or Spanish registered vehicle. John 610 417 100 jonpeterson22 @gmail.com (220357)
MUSIC DAVE C CLARKE, guitarist, vocalist, pianist, ex-Cunard. Specialising in popular Spanish guitar. Available solo or combo. Parties/weddings/class restaurants, dinner dances. Huge repertoire. Details 00350 200 43393 (201704)
OSTEOPATH OSTEOPATH Chris Howard, BSc (Hons) Ost. La Cala de Mijas. Established over 10 years in Spain. Diagnosis, advice, treatment for all types of pain/injury. Qualified, Registered, Insured. 952 050 180 / 679 501 367 (207742
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BRITISH MOBILE MECHANIC. Full workshop facilities available, full bodywork available, auto electrics, air conditioning, remapping and grua service available. Call 678 717 798 (223178)
TYRES MOBILE TYRE FITTING. All brands, Competitive prices, 24/7 call outs. 627 352 860 / www.tyreology.com (201569)
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CONVERTIBLE Opel Tigra 1.4 Inj 2006 with only 20,000klm (13,000mls) with service history and just been serviced, metallic black, great little two seater sport for only 4,995€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbrady cars.com (222367) VOLKSWAGEN EOS 2008 diesel, convertible, VGC, new tyres, silver, leather interior, FSH 13,495€ 657 551 757 / 699 038 042 (220377)
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“SIMPLY THE BEST” on the coast. Forget the rest, have the job done right. Call Sam. 18 years Mijas. 952 666 025 / 629 546 128. You’re worth it. (215594) HUSBAND & WIFE TEAM. Painting/Interior design. Free estimates. Graham - 607 923 486 (222271) PAINTING, Plumbing and General Build Works, Refurb and Reforms at competitive prices. Free quotation contact tel: 625 200 205 (215503) I CAN paint your 1 bedroom apartment for 200 euros. Your 2 bedroom apartment 250 euros. References available. RICARDO 637 160 129 (215535)
I BUY ANY CAR. 602 533 508 mikewallsp@gmail.com (223880) WANTED CARS AND VANS, FREE COLLECTION, SAME DAY 693 028 325 (101382) WANTED. CARS & JEEPS & camper vans for cash. All makes, LHD, any condition. 693 357 000 (215821) CARS, VANS UK OR SPANISH BOUGHT FOR CASH. FREE COLLECTION IN SPAIN AND UK. PLEASE CALL 678 808 837 OR 952 669 701 (101382) CARS AND VANS, ANY REGISTRATION, INSTANT CASH, FINANCE/EMBARGO UK OR SPANISH 693 028 325 (101382) CAR, VANS BOUGHT WITH OR WITHOUT PAPERS. CASH WAITING 678 808 837 (101382) CARS WANTED, anything considered. Over 40 cars in stock. 672 550 037 / cdscars@mail.com (222389)
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PEST CONTROL. British - Best Prices. Fully Qualified. Bar Contracts. Call Local Pest 952 449 591 www.localpest.es (209616) T1 COCKROACHES, ANTS, insects, fleas, mice, rats, wasps, termite specialists. Fumigations, bars, restaurants, houses, etc. Sanitary department officially registered certificates. Guarantee. 23 years serving the coast. Only legal English owned pest control company on the coast. If you want the best then phone N.P.S. Nigel 606 008 940 (223163)
PETS YOUNG DOMESTICATED cats rescued from the killing station need kind homes. Fully vaccinated and neutered, free of charge. We will also deliver to England for a donation to the charity. Please give one of these beautiful cats a home so we can save more from death. Can be seen without obligation at Cat and Dog World Kennels. Tel. 630 197 435 (93398)
CHARITIES ADANA THE ANIMAL SHELTER IN ESTEPONA. We always need volunteers to walk and socialise with our dogs and help with cleaning. We also need good homes for our animals that you can see on www.adana.es. Kennels open every day 10-1.30, Camino de Casares, near Parque de los Pedregales, Estepona. (5 minutes from the Poligono) For more information call Marjorie 952 79 74 05 or 636 934 146 (93319) ACE CHARITY at El Refugio Kennels always needs volunteers to help with dog walking. It’s good exercise, a couple of hours any morning of the week. Foster and permanent homes also needed for our many inmates! Vivien 639 991 079 (93320) SEPE the horse and donkey charity is open to the public week-ends from 10.00 to 5.00. Volunteers are much needed in all departments and are welcome at anytime. For our riding for the disabled classes, we are also in need of extra helpers. We are nationally registered by the Spanish Ministry of the Interior (164640) but only with your support can we give the equine a voice. If you can just commit to 2 or 3 euros a month it will really help make a difference. You can find us at Lauro Golf Equestrian Centre, Alqueria, Alhaurin de la Torre. Tel. 608 258 950 info@sepeonline.net www.sepeonline.net (93321) At SOS Animal Refuge we have dogs, young and old looking for homes. Some of our dogs have been with us for some time and would love to find a cosy spot to curl up in and a knee on which to rest their heads. If you have room in your heart and home we would love to hear from you. We do not put our dogs to sleep - no matter how old, they are safe with us. For day to day needs and to pay for veterinary care, we much appreciate the support we receive.
We desperately need items to sell on our market stall to help raise funds and are happy to come and collect. So if you are having a clear-out, please contact us on 605 227 155. If you would like to know more about re-homing, please call 653 257 875. Visit our website www.sosanimals.org or please phone Sandy on 952 385 923 or 666 814 056 if you would like to make a donation or help in any way. (93317) ARCH - THE ANDALUCIAN RESCUE CENTRE FOR HORSES WELCOMES VISITORS AND VOLUNTEERS TO THEIR STABLES ON SATURDAYS FROM 10 - 12 OR BY APPOINTMENT. COME AND HELP OUT, OR SPONSOR OR ADOPT ONE OF OUR HORSES, DONKEYS OR MULES. WE ALWAYS NEED HELP WITH FUND RAISING TO LOOK AFTER THE ABANDONED AND ABUSED ANIMALS. OUR AIM IS TO RESCUE, REHABILITATE AND REHOME. WE ARE A SMALL FRIENDLY TEAM - WHY NOT JOIN US. FIND US IN ALHAURIN EL GRANDE, BEHIND THE VENTA MIRALMONTE ON THE ROAD FROM ALHAURIN TO COIN, (A404), URB.VIÑA BORREGO, FOLLOW THE YELLOW SIGNS. CHARITY REGISTERED WITH THE JUNTA DE ANDALUCIA NO 8448. WWW.HORSERESCUESPAIN.ORG INFO@HORSERESCUES PAIN.ORG ARCHRESCUE@YA HOO.CO.UK TEL:- 635798219 OR 656935613 OR 620175828. NEW: ARCH CHARITY SHOP NOW OPEN IN ALHAURIN, NEXT TO MONEY CHANGE SHOP, AVENIDA GERALD BRENAN (93322)
FOR SALE CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES with pedigree and passports, available all year, parents can be seen. Call 952 112 870 / 654 285 667 (221448)
HORSES I AM looking to ride about twice a week, so would be interested in part-sharing a horse or helping out exercising horses. Call Barbara 661 642 387 (223020)
KENNELS WANTING the perfect country holiday for your dog whilst you are away, with comfy sofas? Then call Helen tel 697 731 171 Alhaurin el Grande www.eurodogspain.com (207324) LAGUNA KENNELS AND CATTERY. Your pets lovingly cared for by English mother and daughter. Near Coin. lagunaken nels@hotmail.com. Tel 952 112 021 / 606 838 983 (222263) STEFANIE’S KENNELS AND CATTERY, Estepona. Fully licensed, Junta approved, est. 1986. Viewing welcomed 952 790 943 w w w. s t e fa n i e s ke n n e l s . c o m (219547) CAT AND DOG WORLD KENNELS AND CATTERY is recommended and used by David the Dogman. “I would not trust my dogs with anyone else”. Tel: 952 112 978. www.cat-and-dogworld.com (223161)
www.euroweeklynews.com PETCARE PET HOTEL. Alhaurin el Grande. Holiday accommodation for dogs and cats. Heated/Air conditioned kennels available. Tel: 952 112 284 / 685 400 216 www.petcares pain.com (208106) STEFANIE’S KENNELS AND CATTERY, Estepona. Fully licensed, Junta approved, est. 1986. Viewing welcomed 952 790 943 w w w. s t e fa n i e s ke n n e l s . c o m (219463) EURODOG BOARDING KENNELS & CATTERY. Under new ownership by animal loving family. Large kennels and exercise yards, fully licensed and sanitary approved. Safe, secure and caring environment. Inspections welcome anyt ime. 5 minutes from Fuengirola 679 786 669 / 952 464 947 / www.eurodog.es (223177)
PET INSURANCE PROTECTAPET. Spain’s leading pet insurance. 965 756 371. www.protectapet.eu (216721)
PET TRANSPORT PET-COURIERS.COM – If you love your pet try us first – we are the best. Door to door service throughout Europe. Specialised vehicles – bespoke service. Full legal service including documentation if required. For further information call or email us: Tel: (0034) 651 033 670 or (0034) 637 066 227. Email: info@pet-couriers.com or www.pet-couriers.com (206497)
PLUMBING THE Irish plumber for all your plumbing requirements, complete bathroom reforms, all areas covered. 7 days, reasonable rates. 605 206 394 (223225) T1 PLUMBER: Water heaters repaired, replaced same day. Full bathroom and kitchen reforms, previous work can be seen. References available. Mark Allan - 608 454 778 / 952 937 244 (215702) PLUMBER: All aspects, gas/electric boilers. Kitchens, bathrooms, repairs & installations. Gary 669 615 334 / 952 576 296 (215706) NEED a Plumber all aspects covered. No call out charge. Honest reliable service. Call James Tel.954 059 041 Mobile.667 876 754. (222305) CITY AND GUILDS, QUALIFIED PLUMBER. All areas covered. Adrian 677 063 272 (223051) 30 YEARS ON THE COAST. I cover all aspects of plumbing & general maintenance. Graham 607 923 486 (222271)
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ANIMALCOURIERS - A kind, caring, friendly service between Spain/UK. Flights from Malaga or road from Costa del Sol for your Pet Travel. ASK us about SPECIAL FLIGHT DEALS for this summer for your pet to accompany you on a MONARCH FLIGHT back to England to visit the family maybe? www.animalcouriers.com / 0044 1483 200123, 0034 635 155 962 or ask@animalcouriers.com for a quotation. (223230)
WWW.INMOANDALUZ.COM is always looking for realistically priced inland properties to sell to our interested buyers. Tel 952 491 609 / 685 514 835 (208263) SCANDINAVIAN clients looking to buy properties - Marbella area. 951 087 933 / www.ele gantmarbellaestates.com (215538) LOOKING FOR THE BEST OF SPANISH PROPERTIES? Visit www.premiermarbella.com / 952 880 115 (215951) ARROYO DE LA MIEL. Gamonal apartment ONE double, ONE single bedroom. Offers 60,000€. 634 321 256 (223102) SELWO: Cosy townhouse, 180m2, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large garden, car port. No agents. 169,950€ Tel 644 132 738 (217683) BEACHSIDE PROPERTIES MARBELLA. www.immomarbella .com. Call Patrick 691 320 710 (215749)
POOL TILING REPLACE your broken swimming pool tiles without draining your pool by utilising the very latest in underwater grouting and adhesives, quickly and efficiently. Call Lee at AquaTile Tel. 69 7529 677 www.aquatile.net (207747)
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PROP MANAGEMENT FAIRWAYS Marbella Property Management, Real Estate, Property Maintenance, letting service. Tel 693 596 558, info@fairwaysmarbella.com, www.fairwaysmarbella.com (201703)
PROPERTY TO LET VILLA, San Pedro Beach/Nueva Andalucia, long term 3,500€ or short term. Apartment Nueva Andalucia 130,000€. Tel 647 222 295 (221328) MARBELLA BANUS towards Port. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, big, elegant, fully equipped, gardens, pool, Jacuzzi, garage. Tel +34 637 439 222 bravoelezovic@ gmail.com (222335) www.rainbowrealty.es rental properties required for waiting clients. 622 881 029 (221001) COUNTRY house, Cartama. Reduced rent in return for parttime gardening. €200 pm. 699 199 805 (220363) FUENGIROLA, Calle Maestra Angela Piazo, corner shop with 4 shop windows, 95m, good area, 800€, price negotiable 626 248 132 (215564)
ELVIRIA ALTA/LA MAIRENA. This is a very nice and bright 2 bed / 2 bath apartment (71 m2), en suite master bedroom with dressing room, south facing terrace (16m2) with superb sea views, kitchen fully equipped, alarm installation, community swimming pool and off private parking area in a gated complex. Sold partly furnished. Very well maintained. Price 132.000 €. Private sale. Tel 669 429 725. (223076)
VILLA share opportunity. 6 bedroom villa with pool in El Coto, Fuengirola. Single parent family looking to share with someone in similar situation. €500 each + bills split. Room rate also considered. 695 082 710 (220366)
DON ALBERTO. 2 bed, 2 bath, fully furnished to high standard. Ground floor, close to pool, air conditioning. Very safe position, 185,000 euros. 0044 7850 746171 (22341)
300€, 1 bedroom apartment, Benalmadena Pueblo. New, tranquil. Tel 622 175 211 (220375)
WWW.INMOANDALUZ.COM. Bargain inland properties for all budgets, fincas, village homes, apartments and villas. Legal building plots. 952 491 609 / 685 514 835 (208263)
LOOK NO FURTHER for your pet transport. We offer a service to travel with/without your pets/furniture. Pets from GBP295 including vet checks. Various vehicles to cater for your needs. 952 596 213 / 665 150 227 spainukspain@hot mail.com (218548)
THE DOG MOVER. Licensed transporters. Two handlers, so never alone. 680 781 699 / 0044 (0) 7875 947230. www.moveyourdog.com (207293)
END TOWNHOUSE Torreblanca, 3 bed, 2+1/2 bathroom, parking. 169,000€. Tel 659 446 482 (220407)
TORREBLANCA. Townhouse 1 bedroom, 1 bath, large terrace, large closed private parking. 40m2 solarium, sea and mountain views. Quiet area. 150,000 euros. 952 312 834 (Spanish) / 666 285 520 (English) (223008)
ACCOMPANY your pets to their new home. Fully licensed pet transport service. Denise www.petchauffeur.eu 952 197 187 / 696 233 848 info@petchauffeur.eu (215531)
PET TRANSPORTATION by road. Complete service from professional licensed kennels. 630 197 435 www.cat-and-dogworld.com (223161)
PROPERTY FOR SALE
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Marbella Centre Corner townhouse 190m2, 4 bedrooms, 4 bath, terrace, Sea Views, AC, garage, store room, close to bus station €290,000 owner 661 611 393 (220311) PLOT FOR SALE - Los Flamingos, magnificent sea views 1414 m2. 629 907 476 (220346)
PROP MAINTENANCE GET your apartment/villa/garden ready for summer. All aspects covered. Coast & campo. 661 717 894 (221329) www.euroweeklynews.com
LONG TERM RENTALS. Super prices, no commission. Apartments, townhouses, villas, fincas, shops, offices, bars, restaurants, warehouses, industrial estates. Coast & inland. Tlf 679 111 522 (222203)
RIVIERA, 2 bedroom apartment. €400pcm. 678 384 069 (220317) LONG LET. Cottage Las ChapasMarbella. Suits single person €350 per month. 617 516 584 (220373)
PROPERTY WANTED FINNISH real estate agency urgently requires properties that are for sale in Benalmadena, Torremolinos and Fuengirola for our international clients. Tel 654 397 776 (209706) I’M LOOKING for a house with plot in the Province of Malaga. Maximum €100,000. 633 770 568 (222347)
PUMPS/WELLS WATERWELLS. Waterwell drilling, well pumps, irrigation, pump tests, pressure pumps. Waterwells.org/Sondein SL. Established on the coast since 1995. Web page www.wellsin spain.com. Enquiries info@ wellsinspain.com 629 978 801 / fax 952 793 250 (207730)
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SEWING ALL STYLES Curtains, upholstery, soft furnishings and bean bags made to measure. Sensible prices. Also repairs / alterations. All areas. Call 672 800 887 or email judeinspain@hot mail.com (223152)
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30 years of the Ibiza SEAT’s most successful model is celebrating its 30th birthday. Over the last three decades the Ibiza has become the best-selling model in the Spanish
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Happy birthday, SEAT Ibiza From Page 122 The 1984 Paris Motor Show was the chosen backdrop to unveil the SEAT Ibiza to the world. It was a memorable occasion since it was the first product wholly-developed as an independent company. That moment sparked its explosive popularity that continues to this day, with total sales of nearly five million units. The first generation presented in 1984 signalled a great novelty as it built on the platform of the SEAT Ronda to combine the spaciousness and interior comfort of higher segment models in a more compact body (3.6 metres long). SEAT are now on to their fourth generation Ibiza, with production at their Martorell plant. In mid-2008, SEAT began the promotional campaign of the fourth generation Ibiza with two key words that summed up the qualities of the new car, beauty and technology, to which a third character trait should be added - quality. This quality goes hand in hand with its exterior and interior style, since the Arrow Design concept at the front lent the new Ibiza a sportier, more distinctive, look than on previous versions thanks to the use of sharp geometric lines. This new generation Ibiza was characterised by two distinct body styles, the three-door SportCoupé and a five-door. The standard equipment line-up featured elements like head-chest airbags, ESP, Hill Hold Assist and low tyre pressure warning, which all contributed towards increased driving comfort and safety.
Volkswagen rolls out the ‘Drive confident’ Polo VOLKSWAGEN is rolling out the international advertising campaign for the new Polo, which celebrated its market launch on April 25. Under the motto ‘Drive confident. Drive the advanced new Polo’, the campaign focuses on the comfort and safety technologies offered by the new Polo as one of the top cars in its class. These include assistance systems like the Front Assist
surroundings monitoring system with City Emergency Braking and the Automatic Distance Control ACC as well as Driver Alert, which detects fatigue. For the first time, the new Polo will be offering LED headlights as an optional extra. According to AndersSundt Jensen, Head of Marketing Communications at the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand: “For the first time, the new Polo offers
a unique range of assistance systems that were previously reserved for higher vehicle segments. That deserves to be showcased and this campaign is designed to do precisely that.” Everyone has encountered the know-all passenger, the one who nervously hangs on to the safety handle, or whose foot anticipates every braking manoeuvre. Jensen added: “We take a look at these familiar situations and highlight relaxed driving, safety and faith in the car’s abilities.” The star of the campaign is the Polo ‘Fresh’ special model. This idea is not only presented in a TV
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commercial, but is also the theme of print ads and internet content, which focus on the individual assistance systems available for the new Polo. “We’ve got your front,” is one example; this is a short introduction to the Automatic Distance Control ACC technology that keeps the car at a safe distance from the one in front. The new Polo boasts a unique range of comfort and safety technologies. The radio and radio/ navigation systems from the Golf have been further developed, and this second-generation modular infotainment system now offers customers features including a 6.5 inch touchscreen monitor, JPEG viewer and, for the first time, the MirrorLink for smartphone integration.
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truck. Clients were able to enjoy lunch on the UNiK CAFÉ terrace while they waited for their new golf clubs to be fitted. It was a great satisfaction for the club to see just how many people took advantage of the opportunity to try out their new equipment during the Easter break. As well as reserving green fees in the summer months from as little as 52€ per person including buggy, Golf Leisure Breaks also offers some very exciting accommodation packages in the adjacent Residences, which represent great value and are perfect for golf-
golf buggies shared between two golfers, no single supplements, internal shuttle transfers complimentary use of the tennis & padel courts, plus gymnasium and the possibility of a complimentary upgrade to a 3 bedroom villa upon arrival - if available on the day. At around a 4 ½ drive from the Costa del Sol, this is the perfect location to fine tune your game, not forgetting the newly upgraded TV channels in all properties, with 50 English language freeview channels – which obviously includes all World Cup coverage. Matches will also be shown in the clubhouse. Contact Golf Leisure Breaks for further details.
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Just champions… MORE reports from the Winter Championships that were held at Santa Maria Lawn Bowls Club . In the Ladies Pairs there were two upsets in the early rounds with Ella More and Eleanor Morgan defeating Kate Morris and Amber Dineen (winners for the last three years) and Jenny Parkin and Jacqui Simmons accounting for Margaret Kain and Susan Walker (the current Malaga Cup Pairs Champions). Ella and Eleanor then lost on an extra end to the 2010 Champions, Pat Fisher and Mary Detheridge, whilst Jenny and Jacqui proved their result was no GENTS PAIRS: Gordon Kain ‘one hit wonder’ as they moved into the latter stages. LADIES PAIRS: Jacqueline Simmons and Jenny Parkin. consistency over four In the Semi-Finals, Pat and matches. It was, as on Mary overcame a strong fightback from nailed the Jack with her first Bowl, the many occasions throughout the Gents Claire Dye and Pauline Ball (Belplaya ) to pressure was somewhat eased on Jenny Tournament, Belplaya against Santa win 22-15 whilst Jenny and Jacqui who was relieved not to have to play her Maria in both Semi-Finals and they were dominated their game with Norma Ewen last Bowl and, like Liz in the Triples, won exceptional games. and Marion Allen (Benalmadena) to set her first ever Trophy outside of Club Don Smith and Frank Ball always held up an intriguing Final. events with a 15-13 scoreline. the upper hand against Alan Turner and It was the Lauro Golf pairing of Jenny In the Gents Pairs there were some Garry Aldridge to run out 19-14 winners, and Jacqui who took the early initiative extremely close games but, with the but the match between Tony Frowd and only for the experienced Pat and Mary to 2013 Champions (Sandy Guthrie and Terry Morgan and Gordon Kain and make a late rally to set up a ‘last end Dennis King) unable to defend their title, Murray Johns was on a ‘knife-edge’ until shoot-out.’ It was nail biting for both the Championship was there for any the last bowl. players and spectators but, when Jacqui pairing who showed any level of With Tony having hardly missed a shot
and Murray Johns. throughout the first 17 ends, his opponents were holding five shots with his last bowl to be played. A running bowl took one of the shots away but the Santa Maria team gained the four shots they needed to win 19-18. In the fina,l Gordon and Murray dominated from the outset and only dropped four ends in their 23-11 victory. Having won Triples and Fours titles together, this was their first Pairs title in the Winter Championships. Next week the singles and mixed fours results.
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ON April 23 another epic battle took place at Miraflores BC between St George’s warriors and a fiery Dragons team, in order to celebrate St George’s Day. The winning St George’s triple included Derek Carr, Dorothy Pilmoor and Val and they were presented with bottles of wine.
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Champions of Andalucia THE U14, U12, U10, U8 and U6 age groups from Marbella Rugby Club travelled to Sevilla to take part in the Iberian Tournament where they faced teams from Andalucia and Portugal. Ciencias, who hosted the tournament, were great hosts and provided the perfect build up to the U16
Final of the Championship of Andalucia which took place afterwards. In the final Marbella started the match determined but calm against Ciencias. They played as a team and showed their coaches that the hard work that they had invested in them had paid off.
Marbella were united in attack and defence and created their 12 to 27 victory through fantastic teamwork. They have now qualified to play in the Championship of Spain which will be held in Valladolid. The U18 team were determined to win their final as they too
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faced Ciencias. Like their U16 training partners the U18 team showed their united front as a team and worked collectively for some great trys but also were a defensive wall when needed, only letting in one try. Having won this match 51 to five the U18 team will also go to Valladolid.