ISSUE NO. 1556
30 April - 6 May 2015
COSTA BLANCA SOUTH
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Patients to get health care choice People will be able to select their surgeon A new decree due to come into force soon means people in the Valencia Community will be able to select specialist treatment Turn to Page 3 from any hospital.
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A helping hand By Gemma Quinn ALICANTE has allocated €10,000 of funds through the Red Cross
for immediate emergency care to those affected by the earthquake in Nepal. The quake, registering 7.8 on the
Richter Scale, struck near Kathmandu and the latest figures put the death toll at more than 4,400 peoTurn to Page 8 ple.
Battling the beetle TORREVIEJA has taken action to prevent a plague of the Tomicus beetle from destroying its pine trees. Traps placed in park areas
of Lo Albentosa and Molino del Agua have caught 872 beetles. The town reports that so far no public woodland has been destroyed by the plague.
Controversy rages over continuous teaching hours in Alicante schools Alicante Province classes straight education chiefs through until a have backtracked 2pm home-time. from a plan to Now parents change the school who supported the day, scrapping the change are up in long lunch period arms. to instead have Turn to Page 15
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Ebola health protocol activated in Arenales THE patient in Arenales del Sol who presented symptoms similar to Ebola, has been discharged from hospital. Ebola protocol was activated after the man presented symptoms including a cough and fever after it was revealed he had spent time recently in Sierra Leone, a country at risk of the spread
of Ebola. He was moved to Valencia’s Hospital La Fe but has since been discharged after tests were negative for the disease. The man has tested positive for malaria. All personnel who were involved in treating and moving the man wore special protective suits as a precaution.
Fight between families A DISAGREEMENT between two families in Alicante led to a fight involving knives which led to two people being injured. One was treated for stab wounds, the other for cuts and bruises. The fight broke out in the neighbourhood of Carolinas with police making several arrests for their alleged involvement in the incident.
Pool closes after it reopens MAZARRON'S municipal swimming pool has closed just three days after its reopening following the installation of a new roof. The mayor closed
the facilities because no technical certificate had been issued to guarantee the pool is fully safe. It is promised to be open for the summer.
School bus crash injuries SEVEN Torrevieja school children were treated for cuts and bruises after their school bus was in an accident. The students, from the Colegio Nuestra Señora del Rosario, were on the bus when a car attempted to overtake the bus causing a collision. Both vehicles were reported to have been driving at low speeds.
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Beach bars are to be open all year round But more legislation will have to be followed to facilitate access. By Gemma Quinn BEACH services at two of Orihuela Costa’s beaches will be open 365 days a year and not just during the summer season and Easter. The Provincial Directorate of Coasts has authorised the permanent service to the contractor Chiringuitos del Sol to allow them to keep the beach bars open all year around in Cala Bosque (La Zenia) and Caleta (Campoamor), due to the “strong demand from users,” said councillor for the Coast Martina Scheurer. The councillor added that despite being allowed to remain permanently they must still meet the necessary permissions and characteristics with all chiringuitos being made of wood. This summer
BEACH BARS: The chiringuitos will no longer be closed as two beaches on Orihuela Costa permit year-round opening they will also have to stop installing tables and umbrellas in the sand and they must be placed on a wooden platform
that will cover the full area occupying the bar. The aim is to facilitate access to services for people with disabili-
ties, who use wheelchairs or have prams, and aid in improving the cleaning and maintenance of the beaches.
Land compensation still waiting to be paid A FAMILY has been waiting since 2004 for compensation after part of their land was used to make a public park in urbanisation La Escuera, San Fulgencio. The park was developed in 2001 on land that the family and other land owners were offered €171,970 for. However, they
were not happy with the price and in 2004 the Superior Court of Valencia agreed the land was valued at five times more; over €751,000. Since then, only €171,970 has been awarded. In 2006, an action for enforcement was submitted and the court called the City Council to do something
but without success. Before a new attempt the family was forced this time to appeal against the City which it accuses of delaying the payment. Now, some of the landowners have since passed away and those affected are still waiting despite new promises from the local administration.
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Sea rescue
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Adrift for 3 hours
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A MAN was rescued by the Marine Unit of Santa Pola Local Police after being adrift on a windsurfing board for over three hours.
Cartagena fire No one hurt
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HORSES OF WINE held in the beautiful medieval town of Caravaca de la Cruz in Murcia treats 200,000 visitors to the historic spectacle unrivalled in the world.
A FIRE burnt down an apartment on the ninth floor of a building in Cartagena. No one was injured in the blaze.
Bike accident Fell off motorbike A MOTORCYCLIST was treated at the Reina Sofia Hospital in Murcia after falling off his bike in the hamlet of El Esparragal.
Winning wine Scooped gold medals
Stuck solid Rescuer rescued AGAINST THE CLOCK: The men run beside the horses instead of riding them. By Steve Walsh SOMEWHERE in the mists of time between legend and history was born the fiesta of Los Caballos del Vino, or ‘Horses of wine.’ In the beautiful medieval town of Caravaca de la Cruz, Murcia, an incredible display of fantasy and symbolism takes place every year, where some 200,000 visitors are treated to an historic spectacle unrivalled in the world. According to popular tradition, around the year 1250, the Templar fortress of Caravaca was under siege by the Moors of Granada. Water and wine were desperately needed, so a group of brave Templar knights secretly broke through the lines to retrieve supplies for the townsfolk.
10.7 BILLION is the number of Euros spent in Spain by tourists from abroad during the first three months of this year. British tourists are reported to have increased their spending by 14.8 per cent, reaching a total of €1.8 billion.
Having been discovered by the Moors, they had to make a dash back to the castle with their laden horses. Hence the race. The fiesta begins before dawn, when only the most privileged can witness the highly secretive washing and decorating of the horses in embroidered robes of silk and gold. From over 40 different locations in the city the teams then assemble to race their horses. In a timed sprint against the clock, the brightly decorated Cuesta del Castillo surprisingly witnesses the men not riding the horses, but running beside them instead. The spectacular ‘not to be missed’ fiesta takes place on the morning of May 2, and is the day before the Feast of the Cross.
POLICE officers in Vigo, Galicia had to rescue a 57-year-old woman who got stuck in a four metre deep drain while trying to get her dog out. An officer was lowered into the drain on a rope, and dragged the woman out by her feet.
Quote of the Week There’s nothing left, no city, no heritage, just rubble and bodies’ said Jonathan Herranz, a 27year-old man who was one of the first group of Spaniards evacuated from Katmandu after an earthquake in Nepal.
Patients to pick any hospital PATIENTS will soon be given greater choice in their treatment options as they will be able to choose among all public hospitals in Valencia where they go for treatment and surgery.
This is stated in the decree of the Consell which regulates the free choice in th e field o f p rimary a nd speciality care within the Valencian Health System and it is hoped it will soon
come in to force. The new standard will mean a patient can choose to be treated by any service specialists, such as cardiologists, orthopaedic surgeons and ophthalmologists from any of
the 24 health departments in the Community. If the patient requires surgery, they may also choose to be operated in the hospital of their choice. The only exception is to intensive
care departments. The free choice of doctor is not limited only to specialised care. Patients may also choose any family doctor and nurse within their own department to be seen by.
NINE new wines have received the ‘gold medal’ at the annual contest organised by the Wine Guild Kingdom of Monastrell. Seven of them belong to the Designation of Origin (DO) Jumilla and two to the DO Alicante.
Car crash Pedestrian hurt A LATE night crash in the centre of Torrevieja caused damage to five vehicles and left a pedestrian injured. The driver of a car skipped a light and hit a vehicle which in turn hit and shunted three parked cars.
Ramp day Promoting accessibility HUNDREDS participated in the ‘Day of the Ramp’ march in Elche to promote accessibility for disabled people.
Four star Higher class resort BENIDORM hotels are now of a greater standard with four-star establishments quadrupling in the last two decades. In 1996 the tourist capital had only four hotels in this category, now there are 35.
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Unregulated rentals cost tourist market millions WARNING: Revenues could be lost due to tourists renting illegal properties. By Gemma Quinn
European Press 36 Russian Press 37 Finance 39 - 44 Stocks 40 Leapy 45 Travel Club 46 Property Supplement 47-58 Our View 60 Colin Bird 60 Daily TV 62, 64, 66, 68, 70, 72, 74 Street Talk 71 Nora 73 Time Out 76 - 77 Letters 78 Mike 79 Cassandra 79 Pets 80 Health & Beauty 81 - 83 Food 84 - 86 Homes & Gardens 87 - 89 Services 91 - 97 Classifieds 98 - 100 Motoring 101 - 102 Sport 103 - 104
THE underground apartment rental market could affect the promising economic prospects of the tourist sector this year. As reported in last week’s Euro Weekly News, the industry reported that it is predicting an ‘historic’ year on the Costa Blanca following an ‘acceptable’ winter and ‘spectacular’ Easter. However, tourism employer Exceltur is now warning that revenues and results could be lost due to the thousands of tourists renting illegal apartments beyond the control of the authorities. Data shows that overnight stays by foreign tourists in unregulated properties grew by 24 per cent in the first quarter. This situation causes a loss of hundreds of millions of
APARTMENTS: Illegal rentals could cost tourism industry millions of euros.
euros beyond the control of the Hacienda (tax office), burdening the income of the tourism sector and affecting true tourism figures. The province registers annually around 90 million overnight stays by tourists in apartments, of which 63 million take place in homes that are not registered. This is a disproportionate number when compared to the 15 million overnight stays in hotels and triple the number of stays in legal apartments. New legislation is now in place which requires those renting out their property to obtain a compulsory rental licence number, which is free to obtain, in a bid to curtail the illegal rental market. Fines can also be imposed on properties being rented out without the registration number.
Anger and alcohol at 30,000 feet A PASSENGER on a Glasgow to Alicante flight was arrested upon arrival for drunken behaviour. The man was part of a group travelling on the Jet2.com flight from Glasgow, believed to be headed for Benidorm for a
stag-do. He was disturbing other passengers by singing, shouting and running down the aisle of the plane. The captain continued with the flight and landed safely at Alicante-Elche airport where Guardia Civil agents were
waiting and arrested the man. He was detained in the barracks for a few hours before being allowed to follow his party on to Benidorm. Jet2.com have banned him from flying with them in the future.
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Sports support THE Chiron Hospital group has donated 40 sports kits to municipal sports schools. The Torrevieja hospital handles medical examinations and meets the contingencies of nearly 500 pupils enrolled in these schools through a collaboration agreement.
Trade fair BENEJUZAR has hosted the eighth Trade Fair organised by the area of Economic Development and the Association of Merchants and Entrepreneurs of the town. The initiative attracted hundreds of visitors.
PJ day MORE than 200 children at El Limonar International School in Villamartin went to school in their pyjamas to help raise funds for various local charities.
Break-in THIEVES are believed to have climbed up Lorca’s Town Hall to gain entry to the building before robbing money from a coffee vending machine.
Lifeline for illegal homes TOWN hall gives hope to home-owners have already been rejected. Councillor for Urbanism Maria Asuncion Salinas HOME-OWNERS in Catral (PSOE) said the bureaucratic may be able to start the process process to get the coveted lito regularise the status of their cences of second occupation is properties. long and many reports and docIt comes as Catral Town Hall uments are reapproved the first quired. She statparts of two lied: “You have cences of second to study each occupation of homes are thought to case in detail behomes constructed be illegal in Catral fore making a in the countryside. decision and The issuance of the there are other limitations infirst certificate has encouraged herent in a small town because, many home-owners to start the for example, an architect who process and so far more than 80 must issue each certificate is applications are being assessed. only available three days a The Department of Town week. Planning estimates that of the “With second occupation, li1,400 illegal homes, half may cences include the obligation to be granted occupation licences. register in the land registry, and In recent months, the local adthis is something that will give ministration has received up to legal certainty if the property 700 requests for information was sold.” about the process but several By Gemma Quinn
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More people out of work in Valencia Unemployment rose in the first quarter. By Gemma Quinn UNEMPLOYMENT rose in the Valencia Region in the first quarter of the year by 19,400 people. In Valencia, the unemployment rate currently stands at 24.28 per cent and is higher in women (24.97 per cent) than men (23.69 per cent). The Balearic Islands is the other region which recorded a notable rise in unemployment
compared to the previous quarter whilst other regions recorded a fall. Alicante Province registered over 14,000 more unemployed between January and March, according to data. The figures are the result of two different but contradictory factors; the ‘active population’; the number of people seeking work increased, which indicates a sign of the recovery of the economy with more
people returning to the labour market. But this is contrasted with the loss of the jobs, particularly from the tourism industry which annually reduces contracted work after Christmas and before the Easter season begins. Murcia on the other hand, recorded one of the largest decreases with unemployment falling 5.06 per cent, with around 10,000 more people finding work.
Graffiti artists arrested for damages SEVENTEEN people have been arrested by National Police accused of damage estimated at €465,000 for graffiti, especially on trains, cars and stations that caused damage to more than 3,400 square metres. With arrests made in Valencia, Madrid, Alicante and Murcia, the Directorate General of Po-
lice, said the detainees are charged with 133 offences of damage and also burglary. Police launched an investigation and identified four active graffiti artists using various pseudonyms and ‘tags.’ Their work was recorded on their phones and video cameras for later broadcast on various social networks.
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A new market could bring millions to Elche THE company behind the construction of the new central market in Elche estimates that the new complex will generate an economic impact in the city of more than €20 million. A study believes the future infrastructure, including the supermarket and the underground parking in the town centre area, will become a magnet for walking, leisure, catering and shopping, and nearby businesses will also benefit. In addition, the new market and complex could generate over 200 direct jobs. There will also be the added attraction of the archaeological remains found on site, which will be displayed for visitors to view, as well as the possibility of entering the old shelter from the Civil War, which is also included in the project related to the central market.
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Alicante aids Nepal earthquake victims
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€10,000 sent for immediate emergency care
Poison trial
A SUDDEN storm hit Alicante Province on Sunday afternoon with up to eight litres of rainfall per square metre being recorded.
THE trial has begun in Alicante of a woman accused of attempting to kill her husband with rat poison. The prosecution is asking for 13 years in prison for the crime of attempted murder.
By Gemma Quinn From Front Page Helicopters were working to rescue up to 150 mountaineers stranded on Everest above an ice fall caused by the earthquake and UNICEF said nearly one million children in Nepal were severely affected as it warned of water-borne and infectious diseases.President of
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AID EFFORT: Red Cross on the ground. the Provincal Council of Alicante, Luisa Pastor, explained that the objective of the aid was
to contribute to the work being developed by Red Cross on the ground, assisting the local authorities in the search and rescue of victims and administering aid and first aid to the injured. The amount contributed is being processed immediately and corresponds to the amount requested by the NGOs to co-ordinate aid. The council has decided to reserve another €20,000 in case it is required in the future for new humanitarian or emergency contributions.
Ikea talks THE PSPV party has said it will not attend any more meetings on the Ikea project in Alicante due to the “lack of specifics and uncertainty in data on the project which makes it impossible to move forward.”
Exploitation THREE people have been arrested east of Murcia on charges of exploiting foreign agricultural workers.
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Five storey building collapses
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No charges A JUDGE in Elche has released without charge the last three men arrested in connection with the murder of a man of Bolivian nationality in Elche last March after a stabbing.
Farm plan CREVILLENT is introducing a regulatory ordinance to encourage owners of plots of land where there is no activity, to undertake agricultural work to end the neglect of the countryside.
Bar tender THE tender has been put out for interested parties for running the bar-cafeteria at the local market in Gran Alacant. Proposals should be submitted by May 11.
Local fiesta SANTA POLA celebrates local fiestas this weekend, May 1-3, with the main activities taking place in Calle de la Cruz aimed at coexistence of neighbours.
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GOLD: Spangles Spanish champs for third time.
Hat trick for Spangles Ladies harmony chorus scoops gold to become Spanish champions By Gemma Quinn SPANGLES Ladies’ Harmony Chorus has done it again, becoming barbershop champions of Spain for the third time in succession, receiving their third gold medal. Led by Musical Director Gail Grainger, the chorus travelled to Benalmadena, Malaga to compete: “We are all delighted with our third championship win and I am especially proud of the chorus,
because this was my last assignment as Musical Director of Spangles and they pulled out all of the stops,” said Gail, who returns to live in the UK in May: “I couldn’t have wished for a better farewell.” Spangles first won gold in San Pedro del Pinatar in 2011, then again in Benalmadena in 2013. Choruses are not allowed to compete in the year following a win, so their next chance of a medal was at this year’s convention, organised
by the Spanish Association of Barbershop Singers (SABS). The past year’s hard work paid dividends in Benalmadena, with Spangles sweeping the board, not only winning the contest, but scooping up the trophies for highest scores in singing, presentation and music. Gail said: “This couldn’t have been achieved without the specialist coaching we received and the dedication of each and every member of the chorus to achieve excellence.”
As Gail steps down she will hand over her baton to two joint chorus directors, Dawn Ritch and Wendy Grant, who will be supported by the Assistant Musical Director, Liz Lewis: “I know I am leaving the chorus in good hands and look forward to watching their continued progress from afar.” Spangles started in 2004 with just five ladies and the chorus now boasts more than 40 members, continuing to grow.
A FIVE-STOREY building collapsed in Elche’s Carrus district. Emergency services were quick to the scene to prevent further damage and report there were no serious injuries. An eight-year-old boy and his older sister had to be treated on site before being taken to the Vinalopo Hospital but were more shocked than injured. A woman was also treated for a sprained ankle and a pregnant woman was treated for an anxiety attack. Fire crews from the Regional Park of the Baix Vinalopo checked the building as there were concerns someone could be trapped in the rubble. With the assistance of a trained rescue dog, no one was found and all residents were found safe and well. They did rescue a dog and a cat that were trapped on the top floor of the building. The collapse occurred when an interior roof. Local and National Police cordoned off the street as City staff worked to find accommodation for those who lost their homes.
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Beach tests POTENTIAL lifeguards will be competing during the selection tests on Saturday May 2 on the Arenal beach, Javea. The Red Cross are expecting more than 200 candidates who want to be lifeguards across the province.
Painting over ORIHUELA is repainting the streets marked out for meter payments after the company operating the service failed to pay anything into municipal coffers since it was awarded the service in 2009.
Benefit bingo A BINGO night takes place on May 9 at 4.30pm in the Social Centre of the Third Age in Rojales. The event is in support of the APADAC animal rescue shelter.
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Costa community helps MABS Spring Ball to smash target FORMER boxing champion John H Stracey scored a knockout! By Jason Bailey ORGANISERS of the MABS Spring Ball in Benidorm smashed their €5,000 target for the cancer support charity. Organiser Sue Reula, Director of MABS South, said: “We are constantly amazed by the support and generosity of the community and local businesses. We decided a Spring Ball was a good way to combine fundraising with a dash of style.” The night included a plush meal, EWN’S Jo Alterton and Michel Euesden with John H Stracey.
Weekly News (EWN) Managing top entertainment and a fantasDirector Michel Euesden, who tic auction for some top lots orsaid: “MABS is a wonderful ganised by Vince Heckman of charity, achievThermo Casa. ing so much for British former those affected world champ John H by cancer.” Stracey took to the Spring Ball raises stage to join in the double the amount fun, as did Euro expected.
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The first of the night’s entertainers, Il Divo, performed their classic operatic repertoire, finishing with the rousing Nessun Dorma from Turandot, earning rapturous applause. They were followed on stage by Charlyne with her selection of Carpenters’ songs hitting just the right note. MABS’s Maria Killer and Sheila Fearon sold raffle tickets for a table laden with gifts from a lengthy list of sponsors: an LCD TV from EWN, a phone from Telitec and so many more. Sheila said: “We PUT EM UP: EWN’s Steven Euesden with John H Stracey.
cannot thank our sponsors enough.” Sue Reula made a visual presentation of a brief history of MABS and the vital work the charity performs in the community, explaining how their essential van was bought with donations and why more funding is needed for its maintenance and the upkeep of MABS hospice, opened last year. Sue said: “Every penny we raise goes to those who need it.” Michel Euesden added: “Cancer can affect anyone, it does not discriminate, it just destroys people, their families and their friends. With your support we will continue to fight the battle and we will win. It is a basic human right that everyone should be able to spend their last days with dignity and pride.”
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Parents protest Plans for continuous days are scrapped. By Gemma Quinn PARENTS, teachers and students have been protesting across Alicante Province against plans to scrap the continuous days in schools. Many centres were polled on their opinions of shortening the school day to offer continuous lessons for pupils until 2pm, rather than breaking for a long lunch break and returning for less than two hours of studying in the afternoon. The recent announcement by the Government indicated that they would not be making the
changes. It claimed that it has not worked in the schools that have trialled the new timetable this year, resulting in numerous protests with more than 400 people gathering in Torrevieja’s main square, headed by the AMPA parents association. They asked for the support of Torrevieja Town Hall to join their protests and challenge the Government’s decision. Mayor of Torrevieja, Eduardo Dolon, said he, like parents and teachers, does not understand how the Department of Education is now backtracking on extending a model that has
already been proven to work satisfactorily in Colegio Cuba in the city. However, the view is not held by all parents with some pleased there will be no changes. One said: “What about parents who work? Already with the long holidays and half days in June and September, trying to juggle childcare arrangements and their costs is a nightmare. Some centres were saying they would offer after school activities to remain open but there were just too many unanswered questions surrounding this.”
Theme park concern in Murcia THE future of the Paramount Theme Park in Alhama de Murcia is once again in question as promoters Premursa, part of the Santa Monica Sports group, has entered bankruptcy proceedings.
Premursa, however, denies the park will be affected, issuing a statement saying: “Premursa SA has not called the creditors in.” It went on to say that the Grupo Santa Monica Sports SL does not hold any share in the park.
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Airport roof repairs RESTORATION is to be carried out on the roof of Alicante-Elche airport after leaks were detected. The new airport building, which cost â‚Ź267 million to build, has been open since March 2011, and leaks were
first detected in that year but money has only now been issued to make repairs. The implementation period is nine months, although airport operator Aena assures that air traffic will not be affected.
The airport roof incorporates a series of 40 skylight domes which have the dual function of providing natural light and allowing smoke removal in the event of fire by having an automatic opening system.
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Costa Blanca’s Got Talent crowns winner
16 year-old is crowned competition winner By Gemma Quinn TEENAGER Nicolle York has been crowned winner of Costa Blanca’s Got Talent. The talent competition at the Emerald Isle, La Florida, has been running since January and attracted dozens of entrants from across the Costa Blanca with a range of talents. The singers and musicians in the semi-finals were given two weeks to perform their own version of ‘For Once In My Life’ by Stevie Wonder and a number of their own choice for the final. Nicolle chose to sing and play the keyboard to ‘Jar of Hearts’ originally by Christina Perri. Nicolle gave two outstanding, faultless performances and beat large bands who had many followers, and seven others in the final winning
NICOLLE: Walked away with €2,500 and a trophy.
€4,000 was up for grabs in the Costa Blanca's Got Talent competition €2,500 and a trophy. The 16-year-old travelled from her home in Javea to compete where she is currently studying for her A-Levels, including music, and intends to continue her music studies
at university. The Emerald Isle’s annual X-Factor competition was renamed and relaunched as The New Costa Blanca’s Got Talent competition this year and was open to both amateurs and professionals alike offering up to €4,000 in prizes. It was sponsored by The Emerald Isle and Laura Ashley, Zenia Boulevard, in association with Sunshine FM.
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CLARO presents its list of candidates RACE heats up for elections on May 24. By Gemma Quinn CLARO has presented its list of candidates for the forthcoming local elections in Orihuela on May 24. There will be 13 parties competing for votes in Orihuela, city and coast, more than in any other municipality in the area. Bob Houliston, in presenting the list, said: “Compared to previous years, the political scene in Orihuela has widespread po-
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litical division and fragmentation. It is very important in this situation that the voice of Orihuela Costa in the next government should be strong, otherwise our interests are going to be forgotten for another four years.” Houliston was accompanied
by Asuncion Mayoral and Pablo Vidal in presenting the list and said 16 of the 25 candidates are from Orihuela Costa: “Ten are non-Spanish EU residents and six are Spanish. The 10 non-Spanish Orihuela Costa CLARO candidates include six from the UK, two from Sweden, one Austrian and one from Poland. In the lists of the three other main parties only one non-Spanish candidate is from the coast.”
Students help cancer children A UNIVERSITY volunteer project has been awarded a prize of €5,000 from a foundation. The ‘volunteering for hospital admitted children’ programme was launched in 2002. Since then, university students from the University of Alicante and Miguel Hernandez in Elche, have worked with 400 children in hos-
pital, mainly those affected by cancer at Alicante General. The initiative, developed by about 40 students, aims primarily to improve the quality of life for children in hospital through the daily organisation of various recreational activities and workshops, offering fun for the children and a little respite for their parents.
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Police invited to give driving talk N-332 road safety project offers help and advice to residents. By Gemma Quinn THE N-332 road safety project offered help and advice to international residents with a driving talk at the Orihuela Costa Town Hall. Invited by councillor for the Coast and International Residents Martina Scheurer, the talk was offered in English and then translated into German by
Heike Schug from the International Residents’ Office. Francisco Morales, a serving police officer with the Guardia Civil traffic department, went through some of the more common questions that have arisen through the N332 website and Facebook page regarding driving in Spain, driving licence renewal, documents you must carry,
St George’s Day fundraiser event MORGAN’S BAR at Eagles Nest hosted a St George’s Day fundraiser with The Pink Ladies on behalf of the AECC cancer charity. Thanks to owners Jane and Billy, all the entertainers, including Ricky Neil, Suzi G and Dan Davis, who gave their time freely, and the Just Brass band, who generously donated €150, the total raised on the day was €777.
overtaking and how to spot an unmarked police car. It was the first time a town hall has taken such an initiative to invite the group to give a presentation and more indepth presentations are planned in the near future on key aspects of driving. For more information on the group search N332 on Facebook or visit www.n332.es.
Santa Pola town hall blood drive GIVEN the importance of increasing bank reserves of blood, Santa Pola Town Hall has organised two days for blood donations to take place. The next is on Saturday May 2 from 9.30am to 1.30pm in the Mercadillo de Viguetas, followed by another at the medical centre in Gran Alacant, where a mobile blood donation unit will be present on Tuesday May 5 from 5-8.30pm.
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Lorca rock fall A ROCK fall in Lorca caused alarm to residents in the old quarter of the city. The rock fell in the San Cristobal district reminding residents of the dangers of living at the bottom of a rock face in an area known for seismic activity. Following the earthquakes of 2011 a programme of reinforcement work has been carried out in the area.
Watchtowers DATA collected on Santa Pola By Gemma Quinn SANTA POLA’S Department of Culture is participating in a research project on watchtowers and defences along the Valencian coast. The programme is integrated into the framework of the State
Programme of Development of Scientific and Technical Research Excellence and is working on obtaining three-dimensional models of fortifications along the Valencian coast. As part of this, data has been collected on the watchtowers of Santa Pola and the lighthouse.
New school libraries TWO schools in Orihuela opened new libraries this week. One was opened in the junior school of Playas de Orihuela, the other at Colegio Publico Andrés Manjón in the city. Students and teachers have united to create a programme of promoted reading in both schools.
Long awaited Corvera airport is delayed for yet another summer MURCIA’S long awaited Corvera airport now has a new planned opening date of summer 2016. The Regional Government has outlined a 12 month plan to airport operator Aena, consisting of six months working on the new management contract at Corvera, and another six
months to transfer everything over from San Javier airport. However, an exact date of the opening is unlikely to be confirmed until a full agreement is signed on who will run Corvera. It is reported that five companies, as well as Aena, have expressed an interest.
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La Gente AS part of our series La Gente, Euro Weekly News reporter Gemma Quinn has been out and about to see what skills, talent and inspirational people can be found on the Costa Blanca. This week she talked music with Nigel Hopkins... BORN in Royal Leamington Spa in the UK, Nigel blissfully fell into the world of music as a young boy when he casually joined some of his friends in the local church choir. Within six months Nigel was a soloist and has never stopped singing since: “I had a photographic memory, I
could almost look at any song and know it.” That talent has since gone on to take him across the world performing in operas, musical theatre and on the concert platform. He jokes he quickly became “a big fish in a little sea.” Nigel said one of his most
memorable experiences was singing Nessun Dorma on stage at the Royal Albert Hall and conducting the English Symphony Orchestra. Quickly becoming a reputed name in the world of conducting, Nigel found a special affiliation and love of conducting and teaching children's choirs, and is one of the most experienced in the UK. This love of teaching came about almost by accident. He was conducting a run of Sound of Music in 1980 when he required two teams of child soloists. Auditioning over 100 children and choosing the 14 required, his thoughts wandered off to those he rejected who all wanted to sing. As a result, he advertised for chil-
RAISED IN SONG: The mixed voice choral group.
I had a photographic memory, I could look at any song and know it. dren to join what then became the Royal Leamington Spa Children’s Choir. The group went from strength to strength and in the 28 years that followed embarked on various European tours being known as the ‘little ambassadors.’ Combining his own personal musical success with his dedication to opening up the
world of music to youngsters, he is credited with kick-starting the careers of several performers from West End stars to cruise ship singers: “Soprano Emma Bell spent seven years in my children’s choir and four girls from the Cantemos Youth Choir I formed here in Spain are now going on to establish themselves.” Having moved to Spain permanently five years ago, Nigel has welcomed dozens of people who want to and simply love to sing within his various choirs; Cantemos, Orihuela Costa Male Voice Choir, In Harmony and Melody Makers
International: “Here there are a lot of people who don’t read music and I try to take them to the highest level and above what they think are their capabilities.” Nigel added: “We put on a big concert every year and I bring over a band from the UK as my son is director of music at Nottingham Trent University, and over the years we have raised thousands for charity.” For more information on the talents of Nigel, or for news and information on how you can join one of his choirs, visit www.costablancachoirs.es
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Reproduction and uterus transplants EXPERTS from across the globe gathered in Alicante. By Gemma Quinn OVER a thousand medical experts from 54 countries have been in Alicante at an International Congress on reproductive medicine. Delegates discussed the latest research as well as the challenges of reproductive medicine and ways to eradicate genetic diseases and other disorders that prevent the birth of a healthy child or developing any pathology in the future, such as diabetes or obesity.
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wombs were transplanted in to women to help them conceive
The congress also welcomed doctor Mats Brännström, who assisted the first birth in the world after a uterus transplant last year. The absence of uterus from birth, the loss of it after hysterectomy or its non-functionality causes infertility and affects around 200,000 women in Europe. The uterus transplant is a
solution and although still experimental it has already yielded positive results in terms of births. Brännström said: “In 2013 we extracted nine wombs of living donors for transplantation to eight women who were born without a uterus and another that had been withdrawn after cervical cancer. “Two patients had problems during the first months and received a hysterectomy, the other seven received the embryo transfer. The first birth took place in September 2014.”
Andalucian fair comes to Elche ELCHE is hosting the 8th Andalucian Feria from today (Thursday April 30) until Sunday May 3. Parking is available at the University Miguel Hernandez (UMH) with the main events taking place along Avenida de la Uni-
versitat d’Elx in front of the bus station. There will be dance performances, walks with the horses and a fairground installed throughout the weekend. The feria opens at 11am on each day and is open until late.
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Film singer to star at European Day CHLOE LEIGH sings the theme song for The Cucaracha Club. By Gemma Quinn CHLOE LEIGH will headline the Torrevieja European Flag Day celebrations in the main square on May 9. Chloe will sing her latest release, which is the theme song from the soon-to-be-released film, The Cucaracha Club, shot on location in the Costa Blanca, plus a selection from her vast repertoire. Actress Yvonne Haughton, who will join Chloe on the day, will explain in Spanish, English and German to the
watching crowds just what the film is about and why it’s being made. A full music score has been written and recorded for the film, which is unusual for a low-budget production. Chloe will be representing Siesta Productions on stage, the recently formed film company behind The Cucaracha Club, who are determined to place Torrevieja on the map as a location for both film and TV. The film has already been invited to Toronto later this year to appear in the festival
and will take part in at least two categories, one being for the musical score. Siesta Productions are trying to encourage Chloe Leigh to try for the Eurovision Song Contest next year so watch this space. They also wish to thank the town hall and the mayor ’s staff, and in particular the tourist information office, for all the help and encouragement given in the making of the motion picture. For further information visit www.siesta.productions
Bike for Life for good causes THE Bike for Life event saw 65 sponsored cyclists complete a 10-kilometre cycle ride and raise money for charity. The cyclists and local residents later gathered in Torre de la Horadada to see Karen Dixon from
Bar UK hand over donations to both the AECC and HELP Vega Baja with cheques for €1,600 being given to each charity. Both thanked the efforts of everyone in supporting the local charities.
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Agua Flo opens a new showroom THE business has been established for more than 17 years. By Gemma Quinn AGUA FLO in Los Monstesinos has inaugurated its new showroom, inviting customers old and new to view their bigger and better premises and enjoy some nibbles and drinks. The business has been established for more than 17 years, operating under the Agua Flo name for over three years. Owner Florence Navarro was pleased to officially launch the expansion of the family-run company in Los Montesinos after moving from the CV-905 Torrevieja to Crevillente road. There is now easier access for customer parking and added space allows more products to be on display. These products include high quality spas from the USA as
FULL RANGE: New and secondhand spas available. well as secondhand spas; a full range of fun and practical spa accessories; traditional Finnish saunas and infrared saunas and the new range of inflatable electric dome products, which are custom made to cover your swimming pool, porch or spa area. Several special offers are available on secondhand spas
to mark the official inauguration of the new premises and full site assessment and installation are available. For more information on the products and services available, visit the showroom in Los Montesinos, open Monday to Friday 9.30am-6pm and Saturdays 10am-2pm, call 966 786 020 or visit www.aguaflo.es
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Kite surfing A KITE surfing festival takes place over the weekend at Playa Isla del Ciervo in La Manga. The event, running until Sunday May 3, includes the first cable-ski facility in Murcia.
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A new foal is born and more rescues for Easy Horse Care GALAHAD was born at the Rojales Rescue Centre to a mare who was severely neglected. By Gemma Quinn
Spring fair MABS Murcia Mar Menor host their Spring Fair on Saturday May 2 from 11am at the Camposol Club de Golf. Entry is free.
May carnival HELP Murcia Mar Menor host their May Carnival in Los Alcazares at La Zona Bar on Saturday May 2, from 2pm with fair games, line dancing, TAABS and Morris dancers.
Open sailing GUARDAMAR’S sailing school is hosting an open day tomorrow (May 1) at the port where more than 40 sailing schools will be present.
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A HEALTHY foal named Galahad has been born at the Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre. The mother was a severely neglected mare rescued from a Granada breeding yard by the Rojales Rescue Centre. The birth came just a week after a second mare from the same rescue operation also gave birth to a healthy colt and visitors can meet both foals when the Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre holds its next free monthly open day on May 3. “It’s amazing that the foals have arrived so well considering the terrible condition the mares were in when we got them three months ago,” said cofounder of the Rescue Centre Sue Weeding. Three malnourished mares and a stallion were rescued last December in a joint operation with Malaga-based rescue charity El Refugio del Burrito, which took at least four donkeys into
GALAHAD: Settling in to life at the Rescue Centre.
custody. All the animals found at the Granada property were severely malnourished and one foal was found dead. It is believed the owner of the horses gave the excuse that it was due to Spain’s ongoing financial crisis that caused him to stop feeding them. Police prosecuted and a court order legally handed the animals over to the nonprofit groups. Meanwhile, as the centre welcomed the new foal, they had another new arrival as police called at the centre for assistance with a pony found wandering in Heredades. Although the pony was in very good condition, he was taken to the Rescue Centre while his owner arranged to have him Identichipped, as required by law: “As the pony was well cared for, we are happy to hand him back to his owner when the situation has been sorted out,” Sue said. The centre will also permanently house an adult pony found abandoned and wandering alongside the AP7 mo-
torway near San Javier last week. Police tracked down the owner in Almeria using the pony’s Identichip and will now put procedures in place to pursue a prosecution: “We know that we are working harder and harder by taking in so many new rescues, but we think it’s fantastic that the police are taking all cases of animals in distress very seriously and we must continue to find ways to encourage this and work with them.” The centre is now looking to open a second charity shop in Gran Alacant to help raise funds, adding to a network of eight shops across the Alicante Province. Donations of furniture, clothes and bric-a-brac to stock any of the rescue centre charity shops are gratefully welcomed. The Rescue Centre is located just outside Rojales at Partido Lo Garriga 59. For more information on volunteering, sponsoring a horse or directions, visit www.easyhorsecare.net or call Sue on 652 021 980.
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Free photography workshop on offer SNAP some of San Miguel’s prettiest spots. By Gemma Quinn SAN Miguel Archangel residents’ association in San Miguel de Salinas has scheduled a photography workshop for Sunday, May 3. It will be led by Petr Sebja, a talented local photographer, in both Spanish and English. The workshop will begin at 11am at
the offices of the association in Calle 19 de Abril, 47 (behind Eurosalinas Supermarket). After talking about the basic rules of photography, workshop members will be given a tour of some of the most photogenic spots in San Miguel to take pictures before returning to the office to retouch the im-
ages on the computer. The course is free. To subscribe email the association at avvsanmiguel@yahoo.es and indicate the type of camera you will be using. The association invites all lovers of photography to participate and, maybe, discover new knowledge about how to take that perfect snap.
A close shave for cancer charity A CHEQUE for €530 has been donated to Manoli Flores, President of AECC Torrevieja. The money was raised by Peter Belch of Los Montesinos, who underwent a sponsored beard and moustache shave-off. As previously reported in the Euro Weekly News, Peter has had a moustache for 45 years of his life and had thought about shaving it off on numerous occasions but never did anything
about it. Finally making the decision, he did it for a great cause and spent a few months growing a beard as well before it all came off in aid of charity. The money was donated to AECC last week and a further donation of around €280 is going to Cancer Research UK. Peter thanked everyone for their support and donations.
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UNLOVED: Cuidad Real.
Sale of the century DO you have any spare change in your pocket? If so, you could be the owner of your own €1 billion airport for as little as €1. Ciudad Real Airport, which was built in 2009 at a cost in excess of €1 billion, was closed three years later due to financial problems. The administrators ruled that it should be sold off for €100 million. Since then, as nobody has stepped forward to buy it, the price has slowly fallen, to €70 million, then to €40 million, before being scrapped altogether. Now, the white elephant is up for auction with no reserve. There is a drawback, however, you will have to pay off the few hundred million euros of debt that your prize new car park has accrued.
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Paralysed after four-storey fall DORSET student left stranded in Spain By Steve Walsh A 21-YEAR-OLD British gymnast has been left paralysed from the neck down after falling 50 feet from a hotel balcony in Salou, Costa Dorada. Dina Amos-Larkin, a law student who represents Great Britain on the trampoline, was talking to her mother on the phone when the accident occurred on April 3. She was put into a medically-induced coma for two weeks while her injuries were treated, and only found out about her paralysis when she was woken up last week. Dina refuted claims that the fall was a suicide bid, and told the Daily Mirror: “That isn’t the case. I spent the day doing sport and went drinking in the evening, but wasn’t drunk. The balcony rail was lower than my
HAPPIER TIMES: Dina, 21. waist and I think I just leaned back too far.” Her ordeal, however, continues. The student from Poole, Dorset, claimed she was now stranded in hospital as she was waiting for her insurer AXA to review her case. A GoFundMe page has since been set up in an attempt to raise £20,000 to get her home, where nearly £14,000 has already been raised.
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Victims remembered MEMORIAL for those who died in Alps crash QUEEN Letizia comforted grieving relatives as the Spanish royals attended a memorial service for victims of the Germanwings plane crash in the French Alps last month, In a poignant service in Barcelona on Tuesday, the Queen along with her husband King Felipe met with the relatives of some of the Spaniards who died. Letizia shook hands with and embraced the families of the victims. She also met those who had hosted the 16 German students who had been visiting Spain and were travelling back to Dusseldorf on the flight.
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MEMORIAL: The royals attend a service in Barcelona. In a service at Barcelona's landmark Sagrada Familia basilica, mass was led by Cardinal Lluís Martínez Sistach.
Around 1,000 people gathered outside while Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy also joined the congregation.
Spain’s foreign population falls THE number of foreigners living in Spain fell last year, the third year in a row to see a drop in the number of migrants in the country. According to the National Statistics Institute figures released this week, there were just over 4.7 million foreign nationals registered as liv-
ing in Spain on January 1, 2015, a drop of 6.1 per cent over the year. The number of Brits officially resident in Spain was 282,120, a drop of 6 per cent. The most substantial percentage fall in foreign population was amongst Latin Americans.
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NEWS FROM OUR FIVE OTHER REGIONS
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1st Mallorca gay chorus festival set to take place
MGMC: Performing in Mallorca’s first gay chorus festival.
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MALLORCA’S first ever Gay Chorus Festival takes place in Andratx, Palma de Mallorca, next week. On from May 7-9, and organised by the City Council d’Andratx and The Mallorca Gay Men’s Chorus (MGMC), this international vocal extravaganza is planned to take place in various locations. Joining the MGMC will be The Pink singers from London, The Rainbow singers from Barcelona, and Equivox from Paris. The MGMC is a self-starting group of 40 friends from the choral world, who decided in 2012 to create a group to sing a wide repertoire of songs with varied origin and theme from pop to classic rock. The events will start with the MGMC at the Castell de Son Mas de Andratx, on May 7, at 8.30pm, with all four groups on stage. Then on May 8 Alcudia will host Equivox, and the Barcelona Rainbow Singers, while Sa Maniga, will see the MGM Chorus and the Pink Singers. The festival winds up on May 9 at the Trui Teatre de Palma.
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Women’s parade
Book day
Kitchen training
Film debut
FOR the first time an all-woman ‘fila’ has taken part in the Moors & Christians celebration parade in the historic city of Alcoy. The ladies were dressed as a contingency of Moors.
PALMA’S streets were lined with books as World Book Day and Sant Jordi, patron of the community, was celebrated last week.
A FOUR-month training course organised by the council will boost the chances for 17 jobless people from Almuñecar, who will learn the tasks required of kitchen assistants at Horno de Candida catering school.
A SHORT partly filmed on location in the Tabernas desert was premiered at the recent Malaga Film Festival. Entitled ‘Stomach,’ it was directed by Madrileño Javier Kuhn.
Book exchange
Long journey
OVER 500 books were exchanged at the La Nucia book exchange fair last Saturday, an event aimed to promote and encourage reading experiences, especially among younger readers.
MALLORCAN Ricardo Basabe has embarked on a year-long journey on a motorbike around 25 European countries. He left the Port of Palma for Barcelona joined by owners of classic bikes and Vespas.
Run to the cross
Foreign office
THIS Sunday the fourth Benidorm run takes place, a 10,000 metre route starting at 9am for walkers and 10am for runners from the town hall square.
A NEW state office to serve foreign tourists has been approved for S’Arenal at a recent meeting of the Minister of Public Administration and the Local Safety Board of Llucmajor.
Gandia son GANDIA Council has awarded 62year-old writer and journalist Ignacio Mora with the accolade ‘Son of the City of Gandia.’ Mora was born in the town and has enjoyed a long literary career.
Pan fire A FIRE broke out in a villa in Son Vida after the owner left a pan in the oven and forgot about it. Firefighters quickly extinguished the flames. No one was hurt in the incident.
Food donation
Drunk driver
150 KILOS of non-perishable food, collected at the dog walk on Sunday April 5 was handed over to the La Nucia food bank.
A DRUNK driver crashed into a building in Alfons the Magnanim in Palma. The driver was arrested after crashing into several cars and into the side of a building.
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Cruise visit MOTRIL port received 238 passengers from the Hamburg cruise ship, which stopped off on its way from Cartagena to Gibraltar, allowing tourists to visit the Alhambra, Motril, Nerja and Frigiliana.
Miniature Einsteins ALMOST 1,000 robotics students from all over Spain have been at a Science Meet in Bezmiliana secondary school in Rincon de la Victoria sharing ideas and showing off their work.
Traffic control
Ugly bugs COCHINEAL and scale insects are infesting prickly pears in the area around the Alcazaba in Almeria City. Bar-owners complained that the insects are putting off clients and affecting trade.
Night owls EL EJIDO will hold a Noche en Blanco (Awake all night) on May 15. Shops, bars and restaurants in central streets and squares will remain open from 7pm until 2am.
Fine situation
RETRACTABLE bollards are to be installed on central Nerja streets to regulate traffic and improve safety, the council has announced.
GUARDIA CIVIL officers complained that they are obliged to impose 50 traffic fines a month to earn a productivity bonus. They are being turned into cash registers, their union said.
Cross day
Tunnel date
THIS Sunday, May 3, is Cross Day, a traditional celebration in Frigiliana. Musicians and dancers provide entertainment to a backdrop of floral crosses across town.
WORK on the ‘false tunnel’ for lorries bound for Garrucha port should finish by July. The €12.7 million project will not affect residents or summer tourists, the Public Works department said.
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More cruise passengers CRUISE passengers visiting Malaga were up by 32.2 per cent for January and February this year with a total of 39,554 visitors registered.
No more fires MIJAS Council has announced that bonfires are strictly forbidden from today, April 30, until October 31 (unless specifically authorised by the Junta de Andalucia regional government) due to extreme risk of forest fires.
Seedy theft from port THREE people have been arrested for allegedly stealing 25,000 kilos of sunflower seeds worth €10,000 from a storehouse in Malaga port.
Flight fright EMERGENCY protocols had to be activated at Malaga airport on Monday, April 27, when a Ryanair pilot arriving from Stansted reported faulty brakes. Luckily the plane landed safely with no complications.
Big spenders from abroad TOURISTS from abroad spent more than €1,500 million in Andalucia in the first three months of this year, the Touristic Studies Institute has reported. The highest spenders were found to be from the UK and France.
English TV CANAL 43 TV in Manilva and Estepona has launched a programme in English for Costa del Sol expatriates. Manilva Life Style was screened for the first time on Sunday, April 26, and included interviews of Karen Rutter and Paola Cremonesi.
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Refugee aid NORWAY: Prime Minister Erna Solberg has confirmed to the EU that Norway will fast track procedures to provide a civilian aid vessel to refugees in the Mediterranean.
Rights judge FINLAND: Pauline Koskelo, president of the Supreme Court of Finland, has taken an appointment as judge for the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR).
Wolf hunters NORWAY: Five men have received jail sentences in a landmark case, for carrying out illegal wolf hunts. The sentences range from six months to one year and eight months.
Bestiality ban DENMARK: Courts will issue fines and prison sentences for bestiality after lawmakers recently approved a new law. Some 17 per cent of Danish vets suspected their patients had been abused.
White goods SWEDEN: According to Electrolux, the demand for Swedish white goods in Western Europe has grown by 4 per cent in the first quarter of 2015.
Subway heroes SWEDEN: Four Swedish policemen on vacation in New York have foiled an assault on a subway train. They held down the attacker until the NYPD could take over.
CEO replaced SWEDEN: THE Volvo Group in Gothenberg has confirmed that CEO and President Olof Persson is to be replaced with immediate effect by Martin Lundstedt, former boss of rival truckmaker Scania.
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UK in the dark on deficit EXPERTS have criticised political parties over lack of debt plans THE Institute for Fiscal Studies has said that the four major contenders in the UK General Election “have not provided anything like full details” on plans to cut the deficit.
Festival boost ACCORDING to the Association of Independent Festivals, such events contributed £296 million to the UK economy in 2014.
Luckie lady GEORGE KIRBY, at 103, has become the UK’s oldest bridegroom after proposing to 91-year-old Doreen Luckie.
Move mooted SHARES in HSBC have gone up 3 per cent on the news that the bank is considering moving its HQ out of the UK with Hong Kong tipped as favourite.
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ticket prices increased from £350 to £1,000.
Train slammed
Director leaving CHRIS DERCON is to leave his role as a director of the Tate Modern. He is the second director to leave in the last two months. CHRIS DERCON: Leaving his role.
LONDON Transport Commissioner Sir Peter Hendy has heavily criticised the city’s commuter train service, particularly the Southeastern line that carries 600,000 passengers every working day.
Uni walk out AROUND 700 staff members of the University of Salford went on strike after two colleagues were sacked.
Season ticket fury
Dutch small businesses on the up THERE’S encouraging start-up news for the Dutch economy.
Unhappy Holland THE Netherlands is no longer in the top five of the world’s happiest countries, having dropped three places. In 2013 it was in fourth place.
DUTCH PRESS Smokey schools PLANS are in place to ban smoking in school playgrounds in the Netherlands. Currently only half of the country’s schools apply a stringent no smoking policy according to Junior Health Minister Martin van Rijn.
Tourism surge TOURISTS and business travellers to the Netherlands have increased by 40 per cent, the Dutch Tourism Board NBTC said on Thursday April 23.
Greek aid package GREEK Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras is urging German Chancellor Angela Merkel to exert her influence and fast track negotiations over a new aid package for Greece by the end of April.
Baby favourites GERMANY’S top favourite baby names for 2014 are Sophie and Maximilian, chosen from a list that collated more than 59,000 choices.
Film boycott DISNEY’S new ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’ that opened in Germany on April 23 was boycotted in 193 small towns. The movie’s rental fee went up from 47.7 to 53 per cent of ticket sales.
Beer fountain
A GROUP of disabled Manchester City fans are furious after their season
STATISTICS Netherland has reported that just over 65,000 new small businesses were registered in the Netherlands in 2014.
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Expert fired A DUTCH expert, George Maat, who helped identify victims from the MH-17 air crash in Ukraine has been sacked after showing photographs of the fatalities at a public lecture in Holland in early April.
Teenage sentence THE court in The Hague has sentenced a 16-year-old boy to 20 months in youth detention and psychiatric care for stabbing his 15-year-old classmate to death in October 2014.
Toddler hurt A LITTLE boy was seriously injured on Friday April 24 in Papendrecht, Holland, when a massage table fell on top of the three-year-old in a Health Centre.
King’s Day KING Willem-Alexander celebrated his birthday in Dordrecht on Monday, while hundreds of thousands of people were expected to attend celebrations.
NATIONAL Beer Day was celebrated on April 23 in the Bavarian capital Munich with a free beer fountain that served around 1,000 litres of free beer to happy recipients.
Drug driving EU CITIZENS caught driving in Germany under the influence of cannabis can be banned from driving regardless of regulations in their home country, warned Luxembourg on Thursday April 23.
New terminal FRANKFURT Airport (FRA) has announced its decision to start construction of a new Terminal 3 this year with an investment of €2.5 billion.
Asylum rules GERMAN Chancellor Angela Merkel has called for a new system for distribution of asylum seekers throughout Europe as current regulations “are no longer workable.
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Not bothered VICTORY DAY viewed as an internal national holiday.
VICTORY PARADE: Russians celebrate the holiday. RUSSIANS view the upcoming Victory Day as an internal national holiday and won’t be particularly bothered if it isn’t attended by Western leaders such as US President Obama, says the latest research by the public opinion centre.
Russian economy THE Russian economy has contracted by 2 per cent in the first quarter, admitted Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev. He said: “Russia is facing an array of challenges.”
Foreign students RUSSIA’S Education, Science and Foreign Affairs ministries have requested a 30 per cent increase in foreign students to facilitate ‘pro-Russian national elites,’ promoting Moscow abroad.
Baggage scam THREE ex-baggage handlers employed at Domodedovo Airport in Moscow have been arrested, suspected of stealing US$3.3 million in cash from a Novosibirsk flight and substituting it with waste paper.
Pilot on trial
Tulip ban THE import of Dutch tulips into Russia could soon be banned according to Russia’s Deputy Head of the Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance, along with flowers from other countries via Dutch auctions. The group had planned a ride through Poland to mark the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in WW2.
Border concern THE US State Department jas voiced concerns that Russia recently sent arms and drone aircraft into eastern Ukraine, amassing troops along the border.
FORMER Ukrainian pilot Nadezhda Savchenko accused of being involved in the deaths of two Russian journalists in east Ukraine last year is to request a jury trial, her lawyer has confirmed.
Gas supply THE Russian Duma has ratified an agreement on natural gas supplies via the Western route to China.
Tennis rights PRESIDENT Francesco Ricci Bitti of the International Tennis Federation has said that, “Crimea is part of Russia,” therefore should have the right to play on the Russian national team.
Arms invite
Foreigners parade IT is confirmed by Russian Ground Forces that more than 700 foreign military servicemen will take part in the Moscow parade marking the 70th anniversary of the Allied Victory in World War II.
COLOMBIA has invited Russian defence sector companies to participate in the national arms exhibition Exspodefensa-2015, to take place in Bogota from November 30 to December 2.
No to bikers POLISH authorities refused entry to a Russian biker gang with Kremlin backing.
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Take care over financial advice By Jason Bailey UNREGULATED financial advisors are offering high returns to expatriates after the recent change in British legislation. This allows people over 55 to release their pension equity and speculate in the open market. Money invested in pension schemes in Britain is generally overseen by one of two regulatory bodies. These are the Financial Conduct
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Authority (FCA) and Financial Services Commission (FSC). In Spain, the regulators are Direccion General de Seguros (DGS) and Comisión Nacional del Mercado
de Valores (CNMV). Rogue advisors offer investment opportunities in a wide range of areas: shares in car parks; carbon credits; fine wines; property investments… these are just some of the suggestions put to retirees, sold with a promise of guaranteed yields or high payments designed to attract interest from pensioners striving to boost their income.
Nobody can understand the things,’ J M Marin Quemada, president of a watchdog commission, at a conference on electricity bills.
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Good figures THE Spanish PM, Mariano Rajoy, said: “They are good figures, we should celebrate,” after data released on April 23 showed the country’s recovering economy had created close to half a million jobs over the past year.
WASTE MANAGEMENT: Attractive to investors.
Piles of money to be had from rubbish! WASTE management is becoming big business in Spain, and an attractive option for investors on the hunt for opportunities. Spain generates more than 150 million tonnes of waste per year, or 6 per cent of the total for the EU, according to management consultancy Norgestion. Waste management accounts for 40 per cent of all environmental sector-related activity, chalking up revenues
of over €7.8 billion and employing 140,000 people. About 50 per cent of the market is controlled by a handful of big companies, such as Fomento de Construcciones y Contratas, and most of these offer an integrated service which incorporates the whole production chain. But there are more than 10,000 companies operating in Spain’s waste management sector, so it could be ripe for consolidation.
State of affairs THE Eurozone’s economic crisis is driving Spaniards who can’t afford expensive divorces to have affairs outside marriage, according to an extramarital dating website.
Equity sale BP is to sell its equity in the Central Area Transmission System (Cats) business to Antin Infrastructure Partners, who already own a majority interest in the operation. BP said the agreement involves a payment on completion of £302 million.
IMF predicts Spanish growth THE International Monetary Fund (IMF) has adjusted its forecast for Spanish growth to 2.5 per cent for 2015. This represents the fastest growth rate in the euro-zone. It stated that domestic demand would be strong enough to assist the recovery. For the first time since the property bubble burst, construction is contributing to GDP. The
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external conditions of lower oil prices, euro depreciation and assistance from the European Central Bank (ECB) are all providing the conditions for sustained growth. This is the seventh positive revision of Spain’s economic status. The IMF predicts that if the present conditions continue, it would take over eight years for Spain to get back to its pre-crisis position.
The FCA stated that 75 per cent of these offers result in losses. Many of the salesmen operate under subcontractor status for larger financial firms, meaning liability for any loss would be hard to prove. People should always check when taking professional financial advice that the adviser is regulated by the DGS or CNMV or has transferred their FSA and/or FSC authorisation from the UK/Gibraltar.
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More working for themselves SPAIN has 19,040 more self-employed foreign workers than last year, according to data from the OPA (federation of organisations of professionals, self-employed and entrepreneurs). In February there were 242,733 foreign professionals registered in Spain. This is an increase of 7.85 per cent. OPA President Camilo Abietar viewed this increase as a positive development but he stated that sufficient financing needed to be directed to this sector to maintain and support it.
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PRICE(P) CHANGE(P) COMPANY 3i Group 494.50 -14.00 Aberdeen Asset Management 482.50 8.90 Admiral Group 750.00 -1,581.00 Aggreko 1,690.50 18.50 Anglo American 1,073.50 -8.50 Antofagasta 792.25 -1.25 ARM Holdings 1,202.00 16.00 Ashtead Group 1,170.00 4.00 Associated British Foods 2,880.00 109.00 AstraZeneca 4,767.50 18.00 Aviva 532.50 1.50 Babcock International Group 1,007.50 -6.50 BAE Systems 518.50 3.50 Barclays 258.05 -3.70 Barratt Developments 538.50 -2.50 BG Group 1,170.00 2.50 BHP Billiton 1,539.50 -24.50 BP 481.20 2.80 British American Tobacco 3,740.00 -6.50 British Land Co 893.00 55.00 BT Group 469.00 1.40 Bunzl 1,854.50 -1.50 Burberry Group 1,805.00 9.00 Capita Group (The) 600.00 -1,134.00 Carnival 3,150.00 2.00 Centrica 259.50 -5.00 Coca-Cola HBC 1,290.50 -72.50 Compass Group 1,182.00 13.00 CRH 1,900.00 45.00 Diageo 1,875.00 4.50 Direct Line Insurance Group 348.00 21.90 Dixons Carphone 438.50 5.70 easyJet 1,840.00 0.00 Experian 1,196.50 6.50 Fresnillo 728.00 4.50 G4S 286.80 -16.80 GKN 363.00 0.00 GlaxoSmithKline 1,530.50 -4.00 Glencore 306.90 -4.30 Hammerson 630.00 -44.50 Hargreaves Lansdown 568.00 -1,181.00 Hikma Pharmaceuticals 1,189.00 -2,150.00 HSBC Holdings 626.50 -3.20 Imperial Tobacco Group 3,292.50 -12.50 InterContinental Hotels 2,798.00 -31.00 International Consolidated Air 575.25 3.25 Intertek Group 2,602.50 -81.50 Intu Properties 357.00 7.00 ITV 270.00 0.40 Johnson Matthey 3,435.00 23.00
% CHG. NET VOL -2.75 4,898.74 1.88 6,472.31 -100.00 4,451.78 1.11 4,243.88 -0.79 14,740.25 -0.16 7,672.43 1.35 16,803.65 0.34 5,841.31 3.93 21,917.50 0.38 61,109.26 0.28 21,734.11 -0.64 5,064.65 0.68 15,889.88 -1.41 43,126.05 -0.46 5,230.26 0.21 40,199.89 -1.57 32,187.97 0.59 88,221.52 -0.17 69,755.82 6.56 8,620.86 0.30 38,770.06 -0.08 6,218.93 0.50 8,012.06 -100.00 7,506.58 0.06 6,806.71 -1.89 13,078.03 -5.32 4,964.60 1.11 19,627.17 2.43 15,099.39 0.24 46,798.30 6.72 4,857.75 1.32 5,016.34 0.00 7,282.81 0.55 11,864.04 0.62 5,322.21 -5.53 4,688.92 0.00 5,974.04 -0.26 74,242.57 -1.38 39,416.93 -6.60 5,284.29 -100.00 5,679.97 -100.00 4,226.20 -0.51 118,083.64 -0.38 31,416.51 -1.10 6,666.77 0.57 11,780.18 -3.04 4,318.85 2.00 4,617.58 0.15 10,813.58 0.67 6,971.30
COMPANY PRICE(P) CHANGE(P) Kingfisher 351.50 -3.70 Land Securities Group 1,294.00 25.00 Legal & General Group 269.50 6.10 Lloyds Banking Group ORD 78.65 -0.45 London Stock Exchange 2,405.00 -150.00 Marks & Spencer Group 545.00 -9.50 Meggitt 539.50 -5.00 Merlin Entertainments 447.50 -6.40 Mondi 1,367.00 13.00 Morrison (Wm) Supermarkets 187.85 -6.25 National Grid 894.00 -12.10 Next 7,395.00 220.00 Old Mutual 231.60 0.60 Pearson 1,392.50 32.50 Persimmon 1,759.50 0.50 Prudential 1,631.00 -1.00 Randgold Resources 5,025.50 75.50 Reckitt Benckiser Group 6,025.00 34.00 Reed Elsevier 1,155.00 39.00 Rio Tinto 2,945.00 -58.50 Rolls-Royce Group 1,039.00 -11.00 Royal Bank of Scotland Group 351.50 -2.40 Royal Dutch Shell 2,090.00 24.00 Royal Dutch Shell 2,107.50 15.50 Royal Mail 442.50 1.60 RSA Insurance Group 422.75 0.45 SABMiller 3,617.50 63.50 Sage Group (The) 479.70 -5.00 Sainsbury (J) 273.90 5.80 Schroders 1,640.00 -3,306.00 Severn Trent 2,171.00 -27.00 Shire 5,450.00 -165.00 Sky 1,094.00 -6.00 Smith & Nephew 1,159.00 -25.00 Smiths Group 1,132.50 -2.50 Sports Direct International 657.50 44.50 SSE 1,565.00 -40.00 St James's Place 498.00 -896.50 Standard Chartered 1,075.00 5.00 Standard Life 475.00 5.10 Taylor Wimpey 83.85 -169.20 Tesco 226.50 1.70 Travis Perkins 990.00 -2,060.00 TUI AG 1,214.50 -2.50 Unilever 2,985.00 11.00 United Utilities Group 993.50 -9.50 Vodafone Group 230.50 -1.75 Weir Group 1,890.00 135.00 Whitbread 2,362.50 -5,335.00 Wolseley 3,938.00 -46.00 WPP Group 1,587.50 13.50
% CHG. -1.04 1.97 2.32 -0.57 -5.87 -1.71 -0.92 -1.41 0.96 -3.22 -1.34 3.07 0.26 2.39 0.03 -0.06 1.53 0.57 3.49 -1.95 -1.05 -0.68 1.16 0.74 0.36 0.11 1.79 -1.03 2.16 -100.00 -1.23 -2.94 -0.55 -2.11 -0.22 7.26 -2.49 -100.00 0.47 1.09 -100.00 0.76 -100.00 -0.21 0.37 -0.95 -0.75 7.69 -100.00 -1.15 0.86
NET VOL 8,191.67 10,059.59 15,798.06 56,199.68 8,832.40 9,157.73 4,336.79 4,587.71 6,404.45 4,507.89 33,129.03 10,949.57 11,344.68 11,463.50 5,350.66 41,875.06 4,677.01 42,695.36 12,645.57 41,663.63 19,058.05 22,537.42 81,427.98 51,683.02 4,422.00 4,315.62 57,589.43 5,223.98 5,129.55 7,431.62 5,164.37 33,344.97 18,677.12 10,522.41 4,500.46 3,691.03 15,714.99 4,731.81 26,249.00 9,232.07 5,366.59 18,279.18 5,104.57 7,092.03 38,099.49 6,716.60 60,964.43 3,789.65 9,672.51 10,641.03 20,542.40
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PRICE CHANGE %CHANGE +0.08% 159.11 +0.12 -0.72% -0.56 77.43 +1.79% 132.61 +2.33 -0.36% -0.54 147.86 +0.23% 84.80 +0.20 +0.48% 110.40 +0.53 -0.28% -0.08 28.74 -0.03% -0.01 40.88 +1.32% 110.97 +1.45 +0.48% 71.86 +0.34 +0.43% 87.34 +0.37 +0.22% 26.86 +0.06 +0.39% 198.77 +0.78 -0.25% -0.28 113.42 +0.41% 170.47 +0.69 +0.69% 32.30 +0.22 +0.24% 101.32 +0.24 +0.58% 62.96 +0.36 -0.28% -0.28 98.46 +0.47% 57.87 +0.27 -0.58% -0.28 47.59 +0.55% 101.51 +0.56 +0.23% 35.35 +0.08 -0.19% -0.15 80.85 +0.81% 104.79 +0.84 +0.15% 116.34 +0.18 +0.20% 118.93 +0.24 +0.22% 50.14 +0.11 +0.27% 67.66 +0.18 -0.40% -0.32 79.52
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$ 11.72 $ 9.11 $ 5.61 $ 13.50 $ 9.90 $ 445.10 $ 4.875 $ 5.21 $ 11.10 $ 58.97 $ 6.26
3.47 ▲ 42.06% 1.44 ▲ 18.77% 0.86 ▲ 18.11% 2.06 ▲ 18.01% 1.28 ▲ 14.85% 55.11 ▲ 14.13% 0.545 ▲ 12.59% 0.55 ▲ 11.80% 1.08 ▲ 10.78% 5.67 ▲ 10.64% 0.60 ▲ 10.60%
$ 12.87 $ 6.88 $ 26.52 $ 2.11 $ 22.94 $ 3.66 $ 27.18 $ 30 $ 6.33 $ 4.31 $ 17.61
22.52 ▼ 63.63% 3.12 ▼ 31.20% 8.18 ▼ 23.57% 0.46 ▼ 17.90% 4.50 ▼ 16.40% 0.69 ▼ 15.86% 4.99 ▼ 15.51% 4.17 ▼ 12.20% 0.85 ▼ 11.84% 0.51 ▼ 10.58% 1.89 ▼ 9.69%
Most Declined Aerie Pharmaceuticals, Inc. American Superconductor Corporation The Spectranetics Corporation Durect Corporation XBiotech Inc. SORL Auto Parts, Inc. HomeAway, Inc. NETGEAR, Inc. Maxwell Technologies, Inc. TetraLogic Pharmaceuticals Corporation Healthways, Inc.
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Friendship is good for business Loose change Jane Plunkett A look at finance for females jane.plunkett@euroweeklynews.com
SOME might say it’s not a good idea to mix friendship and business. This however might not be entirely true according to numerous entrepreneurs, who have set up successful companies with their best friends. The two Steves, Jobs and Wozniak, became friends at a summer job in 1970 and went on to set up Apple. University pals Larry Page and Sergey Brin set up Google. Studies show that those with best friends at work tend to be more focused, loyal and passionate. They also get sick less often and are not
SUCCESSFUL PARTNERSHIP: Friends Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak. as likely to leave their jobs. A study by two US universities put this ‘friendship is good for business’ theory to the test. They set up projects be-
tween close friends and then people who didn’t know each other and found that those in groups with friends outperformed the groups who were
teamed up with acquaintances. The study revealed that friends showed better communication and were encouraging toward each other. If you’re thinking of getting into business with a friend, it’s important to ask some vital questions before you both sign on the dotted line. 1. How well do you know your friend? You’re far more likely to do your homework when it comes to people you don’t know, asking around about them and checking their references. You may assume you know all about your friend, but they may be entirely different under high-pressure situations. 2. How much do you trust her? When your friend says she’ll do something, are you 100 per cent certain it will happen? 3. Does she have a key skill that you don’t? Your partner should have a compelling value proposition that you lack.
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All a bit too rich for ITV! A discussion programme I recorded some time ago has been shelved. Could it have been something I said? LEAPY LEE SAYS IT
OTHERS THINK IT SOMEWHAT disappointed to discover that ITV has decided to shelve ‘On Assignment’, the discussion programme I recorded some time ago with fellow guests Michel and Steven Euesden, proprietors of our EWN. No reason has been given, but I suspect the content may have been a little too rich for the programmers’ ‘blood’! Ah well, I suppose my stating there was no such thing as a moderate Muslim didn’t help. By that observation, I didn’t of course mean that all followers of the Muslim faith were potential bombers or terrorists, merely that no one is a Muslim in ‘moderation’. The followers of Islam are all or nothing. It’s the nature of the religion. No place or room in their belief for any other opinion. It’s the rather sad attitude that totally prevents any progress whatsoever. To learn anything from this physical jour-
ney of ours you simply have to retain a fairly open mind. Even if you don’t agree with the attitudes or beliefs of others, it is imperative to be receptive to different ideas, even if you ultimately reject them. The Muslims are not the only religion with this biased attitude, I may add, but let’s not get into all that. Immigration also took up a large bulk of the ‘On Assignment’ interview. The host kept insisting that we were also immigrants, many of whom also hadn’t integrated with the
BRITS ABROAD: Not always as integrated as we should be.
Spanish locals quite as well as we should have. Consequently, what right had we to criticise others? I had to somewhat reluctantly agree with this observation, but insisted that, although we could do better, we didn’t congregate in the streets decrying the Spanish customs and army.
The host kept insisting that we were also immigrants, many of whom hadn’t integrated with the Spanish locals quite as well as we should have. Consequently, what right had we to criticise others?
We also didn’t behead their citizens in the street, blow up their buildings or preach messages of hate while burning the Spanish flag. The interviewer went a bit quiet after that; it appears that you can’t tell the truth in the British media. Ah well, let ’em all stew in their own juice, I say. Shame about that, but I’ve no doubt we will soon get over it. Interesting chat with a colleague today. He runs a very successful company on Mallorca and was recently informed by the council that his employees were obliged to attend newly-organised health and safety classes, which he had to pay for. He agreed to comply, but couldn’t help remarking on the council dustcart employees, still standing on small platforms at the back of their vehicles, clinging on for dear life, with no protection whatsoever as they career down the street collecting the bins. Gooses and ganders come to mind! Keep the faith, Love Leapy leapylee200@gmail.com leapylee.co.uk
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Elaborately kitsch and selfconsciously unconventional Kevin Pilley Pilley’s Planet Kevin is an exprofessional cricketer and the former chief staff writer of PUNCH. He is the UK's most published travel writer. His work appears worldwide. He once went to Vienna and dressed up as Mozart.
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HE rooms have been described as a cross between a bordello and an explosion in a tartan factory. The Witchery is also said to be haunted by a lady who was burned at the stake for witchcraft 500 years ago. I didn’t see or smell her. And the fire alarm and smoke detectors certainly didn’t go off if she was padding about during the night. ‘The Witchery by the Castle’ in Edinburgh was opened by chef and restaurateur James Thompson who, fearing he had been born into the wrong time and class, gave an eccentric, incredibly OTT and very self-indulgent makeover. Scottish baronial baroque and flamboyantly creepy but gentrified Gothic style. With more than a little of camp thrown in for good measure. It’s all very Pugin, deliberately decadent, elaborately kitsch and selfconsciously unconventional. And great fun. The Witchery is not a typical hotel. Reached via a narrow passage called Boswell’s Court and up a turnpike stone stairway, the tenement building right beside Edinburgh Castle dates back to 1595. It offers seven premium-priced suites. You aren’t asked whether you prefer smoking or non-smoking. Instead, you choose whether you want an organ pipe headboard. Or not. Or whether you want gilded Empire furniture. Or velvet or tartan or paisley-lined walls. Or would rather your walls leather panelled. You can have either three windows or seven looking out onto the Old Town rooftops, Princes Street and the Firth of Forth. You can sleep the night in the ‘Guardroom’ or the ‘Armoury’ as
BARONIAL BAROQUE: The Witchery by the Castle in Edinburgh.
The unique hotel has an award-winning restaurant under its heraldic painted ceiling. You have breakfast by candlelight and can also bathe in a chapel.
well as the library which singer Dannii Minogue described as “a lust den”. The unique hotel, a 16th century merchant’s house, has an awardwinning restaurant serving, under its heraldic painted ceiling and surrounded by A-listed stonework, Scrabster monkfish, Isle of Mull cheddar scones and scallops, Oban oysters, Arran beets, Scotch border beef and lots of Scottish salmon. This year is ‘Scottish Year of Food and Drink’. At the Witchery you have breakfast by candlelight. You can also bathe in a chapel. The room is cluttered with tasselled damask curtains and bric-a-
brac. Military uniforms are casually draped over chairs. The Witchery is the only hotel where you can go to bed if you wish in a Buzby which gives an entirely new meaning to ‘the night-cap’. The Witchery, a former Satanists’ meeting place you are told tongue-in-cheek, also organises tours exploring the supernatural, grisly and sadist side of the burgh, following in the footsteps of cadies, grave-robbers and stranglers. Your escort is the Chief-InSpectre. The Witchery’s sister hotel is five-star boutique baronial 1687
Prestonfield House, which is equally decadent in décor although equipped with concessions to modernity like Wi-Fi and mood-adjusting lighting. The trouser presses are a bit outré. And straight. But the rooms are still much like boudoirs and overlook Arthur’s Seat and Royal Holyrood Park. And like The Witchery are a defiant challenge to the bland uniformity of most hotels. There is a suite named after Benjamin Franklin who stayed there. But probably did not laze and lather away in the huge silver
leaf sleigh bath. (“Neatness and sweetness all around/ These we at Prestonfield House found,” 1759.) The opulent hotel boasts the ‘Rhubarb’ restaurant which celebrates one of Scotland’s most unsung dicks. Sir Alexander Dick who introduced rhubarb to Scotland in the 18th century.
For further information contact The Witchery by the Castle, Castlehill, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 1NE. Tel: 031 225 5613 / www.thewitchery.com
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Market looks to foreign buyers MEETING the cost of buying a new home remains out of reach for most Spanish families, so the market is looking to foreign buyers. Analysts point to the continuing high disparity between average income and house prices as a significant hurdle for recovery in the prop-
50% of homes buyers did not use a mortgage erty sector. The Ministry of Development has released figures confirming several other studies showing more than a sixth of property purchases last year were made by foreign buyers. Moreover, more than 50 per cent of home buyers did not use a mortgage, pointing to the majority of residential property purchases being made by people with significant capital, investing in property at the point where it was believed prices had bottomed out. Banco de España say that the average cost of a home Turn to page 48
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‘Living roofs’ make homes warmer and cities cooler VEGETATION covered houses are increasingly being seen in eco projects. By Jo Harvie IT may give a home a distinctly Hobbity look, but vegetation-covered houses are increasingly being seen in futuristic eco developments with ‘living roofs.’ A living roof involves covering the building with a waterproof membrane, into which plants are set, usually species that require little maintenance (they are on a roof, after all) such as mosses. It’s a centuries-old tradition in some parts of the world, sod roofs having always been common in Scandinavia, for example, which has been adapted with modern materials in response to 21st century problems. In Germany, about 10 per cent of roofs have been turned into gardens, and the idea is spreading. The environmental benefits are numerous. Living roofs provide excellent insulation, and can significantly reduce carbon footprint and the costs of heating the building, as well as extending the lifespan of the roof by up to 200 per cent. And for the wider community, they promote biodiversity, providing urban habitats
URBAN WHEATFIELD: The living roof on the Canadian War Museum,Ottawa. for birds and insects, help filter pollutants and store rainwater, easing pressure on drainage systems in heavy rain. There’s even evidence that living roofs can make cities cooler in summer. Traditional building materials soak up radiation from the sun then release it as heat, which can see urban temperatures as much as four degrees Celsius higher than surrounding areas. After Chicago’s City Hall was given a green
roof, temperatures on summer days were found to be between 1.4 and 4.4 degrees Celsius cooler than on other buildings. If that wasn’t enough reason to get roof planting, they could also make people happier and healthier. When the roof of a Stuttgart post office was ‘greened,’ a survey found the number of staff sick days fell. Spain hasn’t been as quick on the uptake of this environmental advance as Germany or other front-runners, but living roofs have been installed
here since the 1990s. One of the biggest living roof projects tops Banco Santander’s HQ in the outskirts of Madrid, with more than 100,000sqm2 of roof garden. And in 2013, the city of Girona tried the idea out on a bus, where the mobile roof garden cheered up passers-by, and cooled the bus enough to switch off the air conditioning. Although initial outlay in installing a living roof is higher than building a boring old normal roof, the benefits seem so significant this is surely a
feature of modern property that is going to grow and grow.
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More families are opting to rent houses By Jo Harvie SPAIN’S long-established tradition of home ownership could be on the wane, as more and more families look to rent. For decades, buying a home has been the norm for Spaniards, and part of the reason young people tend to stay longer in the parental home as they save for their own place. But the Spanish National Statistics Institute has found increasing numbers choosing to rent, with 16.6 per cent of households in rented accommodation in 2014. It’s a slight rise
26.4 per cent of homes are rented on the islands on 2013’s figure of 16.1 per cent, but a significant jump on the 6 per cent registered as renting just five years ago. The study points out that foreign residents in Spain are still much more likely to rent than Spanish citizens, with 57.9 per cent of rented homes having at least one non-Spanish resident in the household. But the fig-
ures are on the rise for both immigrant households and for families where all members are Spanish-born. The region with the highest level of rentals is the Balearics, also the region where the divergence between the average cost of buying a home and average income is highest. On the islands, just over a quarter, 26.4 per cent, of homes are rented. The islands are followed by the autonomous city of Melilla, where again just over a quarter of homes are rented, and then Barcelona (24.1 per cent) and Madrid (22.9 per cent).
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nual household disposable income. Another study by valuers Sociedad de Tasción (ST) puts the ratio at 7.8 times average income, although some analysts say the extreme differences in property prices from region to re-
gion in Spain have thrown out ST’s results. In the cheapest areas to buy a home, which include Valencia and Murcia, the average price is six times average income. Meanwhile in the Balearics, houses are a toe-curling 15 times the average income.
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Costa Blanca Sales offers both professionalism and good service COSTA BLANCA SALES has been established since 2000, initially based in San Pedro del Pinatar before moving further north to the Orihuela Costa three years ago. Now with an office in Villa Costa, just up from La Fuente Commercial Centre, owners Matt Bateman and his wife Maria are 100 per cent committed to all their customers, buyers and sellers, and aim to find that perfect home for everyone whilst offering an unrivalled service. Speaking English, Spanish and French, Matt has a multilingual team behind him enabling Costa Blanca Sales to serve a truly international market, particularly marketing in France and Scandinavia. With an extensive marketing budget, sellers know their property is being advertised as best as it can be through all the major internet property portals and from regular attendance at international property exhibitions in Sweden, Belgium, Norway and the UK: “The exposure we give to properties is very large and we have a great variety of re-sales so that is very appealing,” said Matt. Having weathered the storm of the economic
EXPERTISE: From the team at Costa Blanca Sales. crisis and the downturn of the property market, the company has remained true to its values in offering the best service possible along with reasonable commission rates. Costa Blanca Sales is noticing a turnaround in the market and is al-
ways looking for new properties to list for waiting buyers, of all types, in locations from Gran Alacant down to Vera on the Costa de Almeria. When taking on new properties they carry out initial checks to make sure there are no notice-
able problems and everything is above board and honestly advise clients on the current value of their property. New build properties are also becoming more popular once again with builders and promoters regularly contacting Costa Blanca Sales to sell their developments, such is their reputation: “There are also some very good opportunities out there for new builds at the moment. Currently, we have a new 80 square metre apartment on a golf course for €114,900, which was unheard of a few years ago.” A full after sales service is provided from arranging furniture packs to even driving customers to Ikea to furnish their new homes. Reputed and experienced legal firms can also be recommended for those that need assistance during the buying and selling process. For more information, help or advice, visit the team in the office, open Monday to Friday from 9am-8pm Monday to Friday. Weekends by appointment only. Tel: 966 764 017 or 669 866 252 Visit: www.costablancasales.com Email: info@costablancasales.com
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Cosy Casa are now very proud to offer kitchens as well as solar heating systems TRADING in Spain for over eight years, Cosy Casa is a local family run company. Over those years Kirk Thomas has built up a strong reputation for quality and value with an unbeatable guarantee and after sales service. Kirk said: “Our solar systems are the best quality and price throughout Murcia and Alicante.” Cosy Casa is currently offering a solar hot water system supplying all your hot water the whole year round, with a manufacturer’s guarantee of seven years, all European materials supplied and installed with a discounted price for a short period of only €1,995. For solar electric, Cosy Casa can supply a new system to supply all your electricity with battery storage from only €5,995. If you have an illegal daytime system Cosy Casa can convert it into a legal battery hybrid storage system for as little as €3,500.
COSY CASA: A range of solar energy systems are available for whatever your requirements. As Kirk explained there has been a lot of solar electric companies appearing here in Spain over the last few years, many of which have disappeared leaving a trail of destruction - illegal systems or simply systems that don’t work: “This is where we specialise,” said Kirk. “We have sourced and developed a system all from European manufacturers to convert these systems into battery hybrid systems. Legal, effective and great value for money.” Cosy Casa can still supply and install any system even if you’re new to solar electric, to reduce or eliminate your current bill and a complete range of radiators and boilers are available if you are looking for a central heating system. Gas
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storage tanks or even biomass pellet boilers are available. A five radiator gas system with two bottles and all certifications is still only €3,295 including installation and all guarantees. After such great success with solar and heating, as in England, Cosy Casa has now launched its long awaited kitchen company. Supplying you direct from the factory you can make serious savings. No sales commissions, no expensive high street showrooms and no middle men. With the exceptional product quality and service attached to the name Cosy Casa as already received by all previous clients, you can now get the same quality in kitchens, with all the latest door styles and colours in any size, work tops in granite, sile-
stone, real wood or laminate available. Cosy Casa can install the complete job. Any building work, tiling, plumbing or gas work will be carried out by a Cosy Casa qualified installer. A free design service and quotation is offered. For any further questions or to book a free survey, design or quotation on any of Cosy Casa services call Kirk on 654 593 372 or the office on 968 584 562. Cosy Casa is also a proud supporter of Samaritans in Spain.
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‘Spanish onions if you may, not the foreign stuff’ went one conversation Colin Bird A weekly look Each week, Colin brings his slightly off-the-wall view of the world to the pages of EWN in his own irreverent style.
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COUPLE of weeks ago I wrote about the diminishing number of real characters in our society. When I was a boy every neighbourhood seemed to have its own quirky, off the wall characters; men or women whose mannerisms or appearance set them apart from the rest of us. Eccentricity has always been a very English trait. They often had strange little ways that were a source of entertainment. They might be heard having conversations with themselves as they pottered around their gardens, or perhaps be seen in the local shop still dressed in a pyjama top over a pair of tatty corduroys, buying fish paste and peppermints. There is perhaps a fine line between this sort of unconventionality and stark, staring nuttiness, but it is that very hair’s breadth of difference that made them what they were.
ECCENTRICS: An endangered species who could be entertaining.
They often had strange little ways that were a source of entertainment. They might be heard having conversations with themselves as they pottered around their gardens, or perhaps be seen in the local shop still dressed in a pyjama top over a pair of tatty corduroys, buying fish paste and peppermints.
These were people who did not give a fig about what others thought or what society dictated. They were nonconformists who lived by their own set of rules and standards, but broke no laws and bothered no one. But they were respected in a strange kind of way and invariably listened to whenever they made pronouncements, because most of them shared a common thread - a certain brand of worldly wisdom. Now these characters have all but disappeared, which came home to me last year when I returned to Suffolk and learned that another one of the old timers - probably the last of the great
village characters - had passed on. In the mid 70s when we arrived fresh-faced in that Suffolk community, there was a plethora of these wonderful people and the pub was a good location for some eavesdropping. ‘They would’n let moi dawg in the shop, soo oi took him out and chained him up with a bit’a string. Oi only went in for some o’them Spanish onions, not they foreign beggers,’ went the way of one conversation. When a new doctor arrived in the village, one old boy was heard to say to another, ‘Hev yoo met the noo doctor yet? His woif’s the best lookin’ bloke in Suffolk.’ When a colleague on the Parish Council said he had to rush off after one meeting because of his wife’s birthday, we asked him what he had bought her. ‘Nuth’n,’ he told us. ‘She haint used last year’s present yet.’ What was that then we enquired. ‘A plot in the cemetree,’ came the expressionless reply. Don’t be so mean, you can’t take it with you, one lady councillor admonished. ‘Well then, I haint goin,’ was his answer. Life is drabber without these larger than life characters.
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Mayday, not only a distress call WITH all the natural and maritime disasters dominating our TVs and newspapers of late, the word Mayday automatically sums up images of the international distress call. But since the beginning in the late 19th century, May Day, Labour Day, or International Workers’ Day, has been a European spring holiday, as well as a celebration of labourers and the working classes. Whether you prefer to watch people dancing around the Maypole with brightly coloured ribbons while listening to Morris dancers jingle their way to a hard earned pub lunch, or sing Union songs while gazing up at a socialist flag, make plans to enjoy Mayday. Being a traditional European spring celebration, May Day is a national public holiday in many countries, however in a few, it is celebrated as a Labour Day only. In the UK, it probably originated as a Roman festival honouring the beginning of the spring season (in the northern hemisphere). But only recently has it been noted as a day to campaign and celebrate worker’s rights. No matter what your take on Maydays is, enjoy the spring festival and have the day off work.
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We are now in the new age of UK pensions, where you have complete freedom to do whatever you wish with your funds… depending on what type of pension you have. While the new pension regime is generally welcome, it is more complex than many realise, with various myths about what you can and cannot do, and you need to understand the tax implications in Spain. There is a concern that people will make the wrong decision, because they have not weighed up all their options or were encouraged to transfer into an unsuitable scheme. The new pension freedom only applies to defined contribution schemes. This is the industry term for money purchase schemes, such as personal or stakeholder pensions, Self-Invested Personal Pensions (SIPPs), Executive Pension Plans etc. It does not apply to defined benefit schemes - i.e. final salary - though you could potentially transfer to a defined contribution scheme. Regulated advice The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) confirmed that all transfers from defined benefit schemes can only take place if the
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Update On UK Pensions By Robert Croizat, Senior Partner, Blevins Franks member has received advice from a pension transfer specialist who is regulated by the FCA. Defined benefit schemes pose particular issues and those considering moving to other arrangements must be aware of the potential benefits they are giving up. Transferring may not be in their best interests. The rule also applies to non-UK residents. If you live in Spain, you still need to take advice from a UK
regulated pension transfer specialist. Overseas advisers who are not FCA regulated and transfer pensions into Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pension Schemes (QROPS) will need to pass cases onto UK firms to provide the advice. The UK adviser becomes responsible for the advice even though they may never meet or speak to the client. Indeed, the best advice is to carry the FCA’s rule on taking regulated advice forward to all your pension decisions. This is a highly complex area; getting it wrong could have serious consequences. Scam proof your pensions The Pension Regulator launched a campaign warning people not to get stung by pension scams, which are on the increase following the new freedom. The FCA also stepped up consumer warnings and launched a
“ScamSmart” campaign amid growing fears that retirees will fall victim to fraudsters or make poorly informed decisions. Pension savers face new risks with new complex and difficult to compare products. Those who have not taken proper advice could lose out from providers shielding them from the full range of options. QROPS In December HM Revenue & Customs issued a draft statutory instrument which proposed removing the “70 per cent rule” on QROPS (where 70 per cent of the funds should provide an income for life) from April. However, in mid-March HMRC confirmed that the rule will remain in place for now, which means many QROPS cannot provide full flexibility on withdrawals. This is temporary, but there was no indication of a time scale. This 70 per cent rule does not
apply to EU schemes; QROPS in, for example, Malta, can offer the new flexibilities. Annuities From April 2016, pension freedom will be extended to people who have already bought an annuity. Retirees will be able to sell the income from their annuity and use the capital as they wish they could take it as a lump sum or place it in drawdown. You need to be extremely careful about what you do with your pension fund, and take regulated professional advice for peace of mind. Just because pension freedom exists, does not mean you have to use it. Take your time to research all your options and take professional advice. To keep in touch with the latest developments in the offshore world, check out the latest news on our website www.blevinsfranks.com.
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7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Rip Off Britain 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Channel Patrol 12:45pm Cowboys and Angels 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News at One 2:40pm BBC London News 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm Land Girls 4:00pm Decimate 4:45pm Escape to the Country 5:30pm Flog It! 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six 7:30pm BBC London News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm A Question of Sport 9:00pm EastEnders 9:35pm Wallace and Gromit: A Grand Day Out 10:00pm Have I Got News for You 10:30pm Mrs. Brown's Boys 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:30pm BBC London News 11:40pm The Graham Norton Show 12:25am Peter Kay's Car Share
7:00am Homes Under the Hammer 8:00am Channel Patrol 8:45am Cowboys and Angels 9:15am Gardeners' World 9:45am Helicopter Heroes Down Under 10:15am Talking Pictures 11:00am World Championship Snooker 1:00pm The Daily Politics 2:00pm World Championship Snooker 7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm World Championship Snooker 10:00pm Natural World 11:00pm The Clare Balding Show 11:30pm Newsnight 12:00am Election Late Show 12:35am Later... with Jools Holland 1:40am World Championship Snooker Highlights 2:30am Secret Britain 3:30am Strangeways 4:30am This is BBC Two
10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 11:55am ITV News 12:00pm This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV News and Weather 3:00pm Judge Rinder 4:00pm Dickinson's Real Deal 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Paul O'Grady Show 7:00pm ITV News London 7:25pm Party Election Broadcast by the Liberal Democrats 7:30pm ITV News and Weather 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:00pm Weekend Escapes with Warwick Davis 9:30pm Coronation Street 10:00pm Slow Train Through 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:40pm Senna 1:40am Jackpot247
7:00am Life's Funniest Moments 7:20am Psych 8:05am Emmerdale 8:35am Emmerdale 9:10am You've Been Framed! 9:35am Dinner Date 10:35am Scorpion 11:25am Psych 12:20pm Royal Pains 1:10pm Emmerdale 1:45pm Emmerdale 2:15pm You've Been Framed! 2:45pm Dinner Date 3:40pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 4:50pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 5:55pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 7:00pm Judge Rinder 8:00pm You've Been Framed! 8:30pm You've Been Framed! 9:00pm Two and a Half Men 9:30pm Two and a Half Men 10:00pm The Bourne Ultimatum 12:15am Take Me Out 1:30am Two and a Half Men 1:55am Two and a Half Men
8:00pm Great Movie Mistakes V: Revenge of the Fifth 8:15pm Atlantis 9:00pm Don't Tell the Bride 10:00pm Bad Education 10:30pm Bad Education 11:00pm Russell Howard's Good News 11:30pm EastEnders 12:05am Family Guy 12:25am Family Guy 12:45am American Dad! 1:10am 1:30am Russell 2:00am Killer Magic 2:30am Bad Education
8:00pm World News Today 8:30pm Sounds of the Eighties 9:00pm BBC Young Dancer 2015 10:00pm Imagine... 11:25pm Rod Stewart at the BBC 12:25am Top of the Pops 1:15am Imagine... 2:40am Rod Stewart at the BBC
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Never the Twain Heartbeat Where the Heart is The Royal Judge Judy Judge Judy Judge Judy Inspector Morse Heartbeat Where the Heart is The Royal Never the Twain Rising Damp On the Buses Heartbeat Murder, She Wrote Midsomer Murders Law and Order: UK Blue Murder The Elephant Man Judge Judy Judge Judy ITV3 Nightscreen Emmerdale Omnibus
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8:35am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:30am Frasier 10:00am Frasier 10:25am Three in a Bed 11:30am Come Dine with Me 12:00pm Come Dine with Me 12:30pm Come Dine with Me 1:00pm Channel 4 News Summary 1:05pm Come Dine with Me 1:35pm Come Dine with Me 2:05pm A Place in the Sun 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm Deal or No Deal 5:00pm Three in a Bed 6:00pm Couples Come Dine with Me 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 8:30pm Unreported World 8:55pm Party Election Broadcast 9:00pm Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. 10:00pm Gogglebox 11:00pm Alan Carr 12:05am Virtually Famous
9:35am Toby's Travelling Circus 9:45am Bananas in Pajamas 10:00am Tickety Toc 10:15am The Wright Stuff 12:10pm Cowboy Builders and Bodge Jobs 1:10pm 5 News Lunchtime 1:15pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! 2:15pm Home and Away 2:45pm Neighbours 3:15pm NCIS: Los Angeles 4:15pm After All These Years 6:00pm 5 News at 5 6:30pm Neighbours 7:00pm Home and Away 7:30pm 5 News Tonight 7:55pm Party Election Broadcast on Behalf of the Liberal Democrats 8:00pm The Gadget Show 9:00pm Secrets of Great British Castles 10:00pm NCIS: New Orleans 11:00pm NCIS 11:55pm Law and Order: Special Victims Unit 12:50am True Crimes: The First 72 Hours
7:00am 7:10am 7:55am 9:00am 10:00am 11:00am 11:55am 1:00pm 2:00pm 3:00pm 3:30pm 5:30pm 5:55pm 6:55pm 8:00pm 9:00pm
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Football's Greatest Ax Men Minder The Professionals Magnum, P.I. Ax Men Minder The Professionals Gunsmoke Pawn Stars Cycling Pawn Stars Magnum, P.I. Gunsmoke Cycling Chris Froome: Sports Life Stories Dr. No U.S. Marshals Minder Movies Now ITV4 Nightscreen Teleshopping.
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Hellboy Sahara 3.10 to Yuma Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit Ironclad: Battle for Blood Hellboy Man of Tai Chi Road House Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit
4:45am Stand Up Guys 6:30am Saving Mr. Banks Special 7:00am Wedding Daze 8:45am The Monster Squad 10:15am Three Fugitives 12:00pm The Heat 2:05pm Idiocracy 3:40pm Analyze This 5:30pm Analyze That 7:15pm Three Fugitives 9:00pm The Heat 11:00pm Idiocracy 12:30am Our Idiot Brother
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Made in Chelsea Rules of Engagement Melissa and Joey Charmed Charmed Hollyoaks Rules of Engagement How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Goldbergs Melissa and Joey Rules of Engagement Rules of Engagement How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks The Goldbergs Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Rude Tube
6:15am Mark Millar's Superhero Playlist 6:30am Chappie Special 7:00am You're Not You 9:00am Million Dollar Arm 11:10am The Hooligan Factory 12:45pm Devil's Knot 2:45pm The Inbetweeners 2 4:25pm X-Men: Days of Future Past 6:45pm Million Dollar Arm 9:00pm X-Men: Days of Future Past 11:30pm The Inbetweeners 2 1:15am Devil's Knot 3:15am The Hooligan Factory 5:00am Mark Millar's Superhero Playlist. Comic book writer Mark Millar reveals his favourite superhero films. 5:15am John Wick Special 5:30am Chappie Special. The stars of Neill Blomkamp's latest sci-fi thriller talk about the making of the film.
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11:15am Sky Sports Boxing Gold 2013 11:30am Boxing 12:30pm Sky Sports Boxing Gold 2013 12:45pm Sky Sports Boxing Gold 2013 1:00pm Sky Sports Boxing Gold 2013 1:15pm Sky Sports Boxing Gold 2013 1:30pm Ringside Special 2:30pm Sky Sports Boxing Gold 2013 2:45pm Sky Sports Boxing Gold 2013 3:00pm Boxing 4:00pm Sky Sports Originals 5:00pm Sky Sports Boxing Gold 2013 5:15pm Sky Sports Boxing Gold 2013 5:30pm Boxing 6:30pm The Fantasy Football Club 7:30pm Boxing 8:00pm European Rugby Final 11:00pm Boxing 11:30pm The Fantasy Football Club 12:30am Boxing
5:30am Cricket World Cup Classic 6:30am Cricket World Cup Classic 7:00am Sporting Rivalries 8:00am Sporting Greats 8:30am Keith Wood 9:30am Rugby Union 1:30pm Cricket World Cup Classic 2:00pm Cricket World Cup Classic 2:30pm Michael Holding Interviewing Sir Michael Stoute 3:30pm Cricket 11:30pm Cricket: IPL Highlights 12:30am Cricket: IPL Highlights 1:30am Cricket World Cup Classic 2:30am Cricket: IPL Highlights 3:30am Cricket: IPL Highlights 4:30am Cricket World Cup Classic 5:00am Cricket World Cup Classic
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7:00am Breakfast 11:00am Saturday Kitchen Live 12:30pm Paul Hollywood's Bread 1:00pm BBC News 1:05pm Weather 1:10pm Football Focus 2:00pm Football Focus 3:15pm Snooker 5:30pm Final Score 6:10pm WALL-E 7:40pm BBC News 7:50pm Regional News 7:53pm Weather 7:55pm Pointless 8:45pm Atlantis 9:30pm The National Lottery: In It to Win It 10:20pm Casualty 11:10pm BBC News 11:28pm Weather 11:30pm Match of the Day 12:55am The Football League Show 2:05am Weather for the Week Ahead 2:10am BBC News
7:00am CITV 9:25am Weekend 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:20am The Jeremy Kyle Show 12:25pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 1:30pm ITV News and Weather 1:40pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 2:45pm Doc Martin 3:50pm Who's Doing the Dishes? 4:50pm The Great Outdoors 6:30pm Local News and Weather 6:45pm ITV News and Weather 7:00pm You've Been Framed! 8:00pm Ninja Warrior UK 9:00pm Britain's Got Talent 10:15pm Play to the Whistle 11:00pm ITV News and Weather 11:15pm Cliffhanger 1:15am Jackpot 247 4:00am The Jeremy Kyle Show USA
7:15am 8:35am 10:00am 11:00am 1:00pm 2:00pm 3:00pm 3:20pm 4:10pm 5:00pm 5:30pm 6:30pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 10:30pm 12:00am 12:50am 3:00am 4:10am
Gambling House The Red Beret Nature of Britain Snooker Alex Polizzi: Chefs on Trial Michel Roux's Service James Martin's Food Map of Britain Timewatch Timewatch World's Most Photographed Snooker Natural World Dad's Army Snooker Quartet QI XL Perfume Honeymooner This is BBC Two Highlights of programmes on BBC Two.
7:00am The Hot Desk 7:10am Emmerdale Omnibus 9:40am Coronation Street Omnibus 12:05pm Britain's Got Talent 1:20pm Britain's Got More Talent 2:25pm A Night in with Olly Murs 3:30pm Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 3:45pm Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey 5:30pm Mr. Bean 6:05pm Mr. Bean 6:40pm Johnny English 8:30pm Mr Bean's Holiday 10:15pm Britain's Got More Talent 11:15pm Celebrity Juice 12:00am Britain's Got Talent 1:20am Britain's Got More Talent 2:20am Hell's Kitchen 3:05am Crazy Beaches 3:30am Crazy Beaches 3:50am Teleshopping
8:00pm Great Movie Mistakes 8:10pm Top Gear 9:10pm Don't Tell the Bride 10:10pm Live at the Apollo 10:40pm Live at the Apollo 11:10pm Happy Valley 12:15am Family Guy 12:35am Family Guy 12:55am Family Guy 1:40am Family Guy 2:05am Family Guy 2:25am Killer Magic 2:55am Live at the Apollo 3:25am Live at the Apollo
8:00pm Survivors: Nature's Indestructible Creatures 9:00pm Wild China 10:00pm Inspector Montalbano 11:45pm Len Goodman's Big Band Bonanza 12:45am Top of the Pops 1:15am Chas and Dave: Last Orders
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Movies Now Wycliffe Murder, She Wrote Where the Heart is Where the Heart is The Darling Buds of May Agatha Christie's Marple Carry on Screaming FYI Daily Carry on Screaming Wycliffe Columbo Lewis Doc Martin Foyle's War Inspector Morse Wire in the Blood ITV3 Nightscreen Teleshopping
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SATURDAY TV
7:15am How I Met Your Mother 7:40am How I Met Your Mother 8:05am Challenge Dubai 9:00am The Morning Line 10:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:30am Everybody Loves Raymond 11:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 11:30am Frasier 12:00pm Frasier 12:30pm The Big Bang Theory 1:00pm The Big Bang Theory 1:30pm Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. 2:30pm Channel 4 Racing 5:15pm Come Dine with Me 5:50pm Come Dine with Me 6:20pm Come Dine with Me 6:50pm Come Dine with Me 7:20pm Come Dine with Me 7:45pm Channel 4 News 8:15pm For the Love of Cars 9:15pm Men in Black II 11:00pm Dredd 12:55am Stephen Merchant 1:55am The Last Leg 2:55am Hollyoaks Omnibus
9:15am Zack and Quack 9:35am Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 9:50am Jelly Jamm 10:00am LazyTown 10:30am Dora and Friends 11:00am Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 11:35am The Dog Rescuers 12:05pm Cowboy Builders and Bodge Jobs 1:00pm Cowboy Builders and Bodge Jobs 2:00pm Cowboy Builders and Bodge Jobs 3:00pm Columbo: Undercover 4:55pm Secret Liaison 6:35pm The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door 7:30pm Britain's Horror Homes 8:20pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! 9:15pm 5 News Weekend 9:20pm NCIS 10:10pm NCIS 11:10pm CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 12:05am Law and Order
7:00am Revenge 7:45am The Tomorrow People 8:35am Marry Me 9:00am How I Met Your Mother 9:30am How I Met Your Mother 10:00am Melissa and Joey 10:30am Melissa and Joey 11:00am Baby Daddy 11:30am Baby Daddy 12:00pm The Goldbergs 12:30pm The Goldbergs 1:00pm How I Met Your Mother 1:30pm How I Met Your Mother 2:00pm The Big Bang Theory 2:30pm The Big Bang Theory 3:00pm The Big Bang Theory 3:30pm The Big Bang Theory 4:00pm The Big Bang Theory 4:30pm The Big Bang Theory 5:00pm Made in Chelsea 6:00pm Jane the Virgin 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 9:00pm The Big Bang Theory 9:30pm The Big Bang Theory 10:00pm Coming to America 12:20am The IT Crowd
7:00am Sky Sports Boxing Gold 2013 7:15am Sky Sports Boxing Gold 2013 7:30am Sky Sports Boxing Gold 2013 7:45am Sky Sports Boxing Gold 2013 8:00am Boxing 8:30am Barclays Premier League Review 10:00am Game Changers 11:00am Soccer A.M. 1:00pm FL72 Championship Final Day 3:30pm Boxing 4:00pm Sky Sports Boxing Gold 2013 4:15pm Boxing 5:15pm Boxing 5:45pm Ford Saturday Night Football 9:00pm The Gloves are Off 10:00pm Boxing 11:00pm Boxing 11:30pm The Gloves are Off 12:30am Boxing 1:00am Football 1:30am Football's Greatest XTeams
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7:25am Stealth 9:30am Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters 11:30am Lone Survivor 1:35pm Zulu 4:00pm King Arthur 6:10pm Jumanji 8:00pm Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters 10:00pm Lone Survivor 12:10am Blade 2:15am After Earth
6:00am Cinderella Special 6:30am Avengers: Age of Ultron Special 7:00am You're Not You 9:00am The Hooligan Factory 10:35am Million Dollar Arm 12:45pm Devil's Knot 2:45pm The Hooligan Factory 4:25pm X-Men: Days of Future Past 6:45pm Million Dollar Arm 9:00pm X-Men: Days of Future Past 11:30pm The Inbetweeners 2 1:15am Devil's Knot 3:15am The Inbetweeners 2 5:00am John Wick Special 5:15am Mark Millar's 5:30am Fast and Furious 7 Special. Alex Zane travels to LA to talk to Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson and Michelle Rodriguez about the seventh instalment of the hit, high-octane franchise.
6:00am Cricket World Cup Classic 6:30am Cricket World Cup Classic 7:00am Cricket: IPL Highlights 8:00am Cricket: IPL Highlights 9:00am Cricket 9:30am Boxing 10:30am Boxing 11:30am Pacquaio/De La Hoya/Hatton 12:30pm Cricket 1:00pm FL72 - Championship Final Day 3:30pm Cricket 11:30pm Cricket: IPL Highlights 12:30am Cricket: IPL Highlights 1:30am European Rugby Final 3:00am Sporting Rivalries 3:30am Cricket: IPL Highlights 4:30am Cricket World Cup Classic 5:00am Cricket World Cup Classic
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The Professionals Motorsport UK Bundesliga UEFA Champions League Weekly World Rally Championship Highlights Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Cycling Storage Wars Storage Wars Storage Wars Texas Storage Wars Texas Shed and Buried Cycling From Russia with Love FYI Daily From Russia with Love Manny
9:00am My Big Fat Greek Wedding 10:50am Ride Along 12:45pm The Top Ten Show 2015 1:05pm Talladega Nights 3:20pm About a Boy 5:15pm Liar Liar 6:55pm The Goonies 9:00pm The Wedding Singer 10:45pm Ride Along 12:35am Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby
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Make May your best month yet MAY is the fifth month of the year and the influence of this number is helping you to reach out and ask for help where you need it. Sally Trotman
HOW can you make May your best month yet? With the sun now moving through earthy Taurus, this is the best time to be practical, grounded and strategic in your approach to life. Whether you want to get fit and healthy, meet new people or take your career to the next level, you will need a plan! Your greatest success will come through listening to your instinct and taking action to bring these ideas to fruition. Taurus wants you to build firm foundations to support you comfortably through the years ahead. May is the fifth month of the year and the influence of this number is helping you to reach out and ask for help where you need it. This is also the perfect time to take up a new hobby and meet more like minded people. If you don’t always feel confident in new social situations, repeat this simple affirmation with movement first thing in the morning. Stand tall and stretch your arms straight out wide whilst repeat-
TAURUS: Build firm foundations to support you through the years ahead. ing the following statement out loud: ‘I welcome new people into my life and know that I deserve to be happy.’ Now rest your hands on your heart and breath deeply knowing that you have taken the first step towards developing new relationships.
The full moon in Scorpio on May 4 will help you further to release fears, so be aware of your dreams, hunches and intuitive insights around this time. Scorpio will help you to get in touch with your passions, to live your truth and to release the
past. Often we hold onto people, places and situations which we have outgrown for fear of change. Now is the time to release anything which no longer serves you. The influence of the Hierophant Archetype which is the fifth card in the major arcana tarot deck, reminds you to listen to your own wisdom this month. The answers you seek to the most important questions lie within your own heart, so take time to meditate quietly when you can, so that you can hear the whispers of your heart. The Taurus new moon on May 18 will help you to put these ideas into practice. So make the most of the mixture of heavenly and earthly energies this month, to help you become aware of what you need and how you can create the firm foundations required to sustain your dreams. To find out more about how the astrological influences of this month affect you personally based on your date of birth, contact Sally to book in for an individual session via telephone or Skype. Sally also produces written couple compatibility charts. Please email at sally.trotman@bt internet.com or visit her website for more information : www.sallytrotman.com.
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7:00am Breakfast 8:30am Match of the Day 10:00am The Andrew Marr Show 11:00am The Big Questions 12:00pm Sunday Politics 1:15pm MOTD2 Extra 2:00pm BBC News 2:10pm Weather for the Week Ahead 2:15pm Bargain Hunt 3:15pm Escape to the Country 4:15pm Pets: Wild at Heart 5:15pm Points of View 5:30pm Songs of Praise 6:15pm Pointless 7:05pm BBC News 7:20pm Regional News 7:25pm Weather 7:30pm Countryfile 8:30pm Antiques Roadshow 9:30pm The C-Word 11:00pm BBC News 11:20pm Regional News 11:25pm Weather 11:30pm Match of the Day 2 12:35am The Football League Show 1:15am Weather for the Week Ahead
7:00am Life in a Cottage Garden with Carol Klein 7:30am Great British Garden Revival 8:30am Countryfile 9:30am The Beechgrove Garden 10:00am The Football League Show 11:10am Saturday Kitchen Best Bites 12:40pm Back in Time for Dinner 1:40pm Alex Polizzi: Chefs on Trial 2:40pm James Martin's Food Map of Britain 3:00pm Snooker 7:00pm Flog It! 8:00pm Snooker 12:00am W1A 12:30am The Accidental Husband 1:50am Countryfile 2:50am Holby City 3:50am This is BBC Two
7:00am 9:25am 10:25am 11:25am 12:25pm 1:25pm
7:00am Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 7:25am Life's Funniest Moments 7:45am Emmerdale Omnibus 10:35am Coronation Street Omnibus 1:00pm Take Me Out 2:10pm Scorpion 3:05pm Scooby-Doo 4:55pm Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco 6:40pm Britain's Got Talent 8:00pm Britain's Got More Talent 9:00pm You've Been Framed! 10:00pm Knocked Up 12:35am The Bourne Ultimatum 2:45am Mom 3:05am Mom 3:30am Teleshopping
1:35pm 2:30pm 3:45pm 5:50pm 6:50pm 7:50pm 8:00pm 8:15pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:05pm 11:20pm 12:20am 1:15am 3:30am 4:20am
CITV Weekend Judge Rinder Judge Rinder Judge Rinder ITV News and Weather Tipping Point Britain's Got Talent Dragnet All Star Family Fortunes Ninja Warrior UK Local News and Weather ITV News and Weather Celebrity Squares Sunday Night at the Palladium Home Fires ITV News and Weather Perspectives Churchill: 100 Days That Saved Britain The Store Motorsport UK The Jeremy Kyle Show
8:00pm Diving World Series London. 9:05pm Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull 11:00pm Tatau 11:45pm Family Guy 12:10am Family Guy 12:30am American Dad! 12:55am Family Guy 1:15am Tatau 2:00am Reggie Yates' Extreme Russia 2:55am Killer Magic 3:25am Flat TV 3:45am Tatau
8:00pm 10 Things You Didn't Know About Tsunami's 9:00pm National Gallery 11:55pm Imagine 1:20am Rod Stewart at the BBC 2:20am BBC Young Dancer 2015 3:20am 10 Things You Didn't Know About... 4:25am This is BBC Four
7:00am 7:20am 7:40am 8:40am 9:40am 9:45am 10:55am 11:55am 12:55pm 2:00pm 3:40pm 5:45pm 7:50pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 12:10am 1:10am 1:15am 3:05am 4:20am 4:40am
Judge Judy Judge Judy Countrywise The Secret of My Succe$s FYI Daily The Secret of My Succe$s Heartbeat Heartbeat Wycliffe Columbo Lewis A Touch of Frost Inspector Morse The Best of Royal Variety Wycliffe The Color Purple FYI Daily The Color Purple Secret Smile ITV3 Nightscreen Emmerdale Omnibus
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7:20am How I Met Your Mother 7:45am How I Met Your Mother 8:10am Caterham Motorsport 8:35am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:30am Frasier 10:00am Frasier 10:30am Sunday Brunch 1:30pm George Clarke's Amazing Spaces 2:30pm Channel 4 Racing 5:00pm A Place in the Sun: Home or Away 6:00pm Channel 4 News 6:20pm The Karate Kid 9:00pm For the Love of Cars 10:00pm 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown 11:05pm An Immigrant's Guide to Britain 11:35pm Gogglebox 12:40am Bill Bailey Qualmpeddler 1:40am 12 Rounds 3:35am Alan Carr: Chatty Man
7:55am Mio Mao 8:00am Chloe's Closet 8:15am Roobarb and Custard Too 8:20am Make Way for Noddy 8:35am Paw Patrol 8:50am Little Princess 9:00am Wanda and the Alien 9:15am Zack and Quack 9:30am Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 9:45am Jelly Jamm 10:00am LazyTown 10:30am Dora and Friends 11:00am Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 11:35am Cowboy Builders and Bodge Jobs 12:30pm Cowboy Builders and Bodge Jobs 1:25pm Ultimate Police Interceptors 2:25pm Blue Streak 4:05pm Zathura: A Space Adventure 6:00pm Holes 8:05pm 5 News Weekend 8:10pm Legally Blonde 10:00pm Resident Evil: Afterlife 12:05am Gamer
7:00am 7:45am 8:35am 9:00am 9:35am 10:00am 10:30am 1:00pm 2:00pm 3:00pm 4:00pm 4:30pm 5:00pm 5:30pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 11:00pm 11:30pm 12:00am 12:35am 1:10am 2:15am 3:00am 3:30am 3:50am 4:10am
Make it or Break it Revenge Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey Baby Daddy Baby Daddy Hollyoaks Omnibus Made in Chelsea Revenge Jane the Virgin The Goldbergs The Goldbergs The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory St. Trinian's The IT Crowd The IT Crowd The Inbetweeners The Inbetweeners Rude Tube Virtually Famous 2 Broke Girls Rules of Engagement Rules of Engagement The Cleveland Show
7:00am SNF: Match Choice 8:30am SNF: Match Choice 10:00am The Sunday Supplement 11:30am Goals on Sunday 1:30pm Ford Super Sunday 4:30pm Ford Super Sunday 8:00pm Sky Sports Originals 9:00pm Goals on Sunday 10:00pm Sky Sports Originals 11:00pm Ford Football Special 12:30am Premier League 100 Club 1:00am Sunday Supplement 2:30am Goals on Sunday 3:30am Football 4:00am Ford Football Special 5:30am Premier League 100 Club. A celebration of some of the finest goalscorers in Barclays Premier League history. This episode features the best of Didier Drogba's 100 topflight goals.
7:00am 7:50am 8:50am 9:50am 10:50am 11:50am 12:20pm 12:50pm 1:15pm 1:45pm 2:45pm 2:50pm 4:00pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 9:00pm
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Important to take the right finesse As South, you bid, very optimistically, to 4♠ against silent opposition. West leads the ♣K, and you see that you are in dummy for the last time. You have a ♠764 choice of finesses, ♥104 in hearts to the King, or in spades ♦J63 to the A K J. Which ♣AJ432 do you choose?
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♠AKJ105 ♥K4 ♦A8752 ♣8
The prospects are not good; somehow you need to find 10 tricks. You must play a heart for two good reasons. If the heart finesse wins, then you have gained a trick. If you play a spade to the Jack instead and this wins, that will not gain a trick when the spades are split 4 - 1 with the Queen in the long
hand. That opponent will win with the Queen important to take the right finesse on the fourth round. Even if the finesse works, you still have to lose two ♠A2 heart tricks leading ♥J862 away from the King.
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♠Q5 ♥AQ10 ♦AQ1085 ♣KQJ
You must hope that the ♥A is on side, that the ♠Q is a doubleton, and the diamonds are split 3-2. That is exactly how the cards lie, and you make your 10 tricks (with five spades, one heart, three diamonds, and one club) having given yourself the only chance of success. Here is another deal with a choice of finesses. You reach 3NT, and
West leads the ♠J. You are disappointed when East wins with King and plays another spade. You cannot afford to play on clubs as the opponents will immediately take their three spade tricks and you will be one down. You must make eight tricks in the red suits without losing the lead. Hoping that both Kings are on side, you must start by leading the ♦J as the diamond suit gives you the chance of a second entry into dummy for a heart finesse. If East plays low, you must insert the ♦8 to unblock. When West also plays low, you lead the ♦3, finesse the ♦Q, and fell the ♦K with the Ace. You can now return to the dummy by playing dummy’s ♦6 on your ♦5 and take the heart finesse by leading the ♥J and letting it run, if East does not cover. Another finesse in hearts, and you have your nine tricks.
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ID red card: Have banks messed up? Some people face having their bank accounts frozen from May 1 unless they can prove who they are. An anti-money laundering law was passed in 2010 which means banks must hold digital ID for all their clients. Were you aware of this law, and do you think the action is fair to long-standing clients who opened their accounts before that year? FLORENCE NAVARRO, owner of Agua Flo Spas in Los Montesinos, admits she received notice from her bank several months ago about updating her information to follow new procedures but questions why it is necessary. She said “I must admit I don’t understand why it is needed, if
you are a regular user of your bank account it shouldn’t be needed. I could maybe understand it if an account had remained inactive for a while.” She added: “They shouldn’t be cancelling or freezing the accounts without telling people first as they will lose too much business.” On the Costa del Sol, Rob Jeacocke of Robsat IPTV and Satellite Solutions, said he wasn’t aware of the impending change, but wasn’t perturbed by it. “I have a couple of long-standing accounts where the staff would know me after 15 years or so. Everything is going digital now anyway, so it is a good idea to
FLORENCE: Banks should inform customers first if they are going to freeze accounts.
safeguard your account; after all, it should not worry anyone unless they have something to hide or they are dodgy in any way. Maybe it is a good thing,” he remarked. From Nueva Andalucia-based Andalucia Glass & Steel, Rudi Kaiser said he had known about the new law since ‘way before Easter’, as his business is in contact with the bank on a daily basis. His company has fulfilled the requirements, but he still feels like he has been left in the dark by the bank. “We asked them what we had to do and what they needed from us, and we put that in place straight away, but up until now we have had no update. We have heard nothing more,” he said. “To be quite honest,” Rudi added, “I just think it is a new game they are playing which will probably involve fees of some kind. As for money laundering, I think to
stop that is almost impossible.” However, Emma Higginson, owner of Villas-Plots.com in Javea, had no concerns. She said: “Yes, I have heard of the law and certainly not having the required documents in place when the bank demands them can cause a lot of delay. So we always try to keep abreast of changes in banking and property laws.”
EMMA: Keeps abreast of changes. RUDI: No doubt fees will be involved.
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“OF course, the Spanish are backward. Why, before the Brits arrived you couldn’t order a fry-up in the noonday sun!” The recent BBC documentary, Costa del Sol: Last Brits Standing, which followed Bronte the barmaid, 66-year-old jive-dance instructor Colin and Big Dave (who ought to go on a whisky diet; he’d soon lose three days, no sweat), was meant to paint a picture of expat life on the Costa del Sol. Instead it spouted the same old sensationalist clichés. At any moment you expected someone to come out with the above quip. In fact, the BBC missed a trick by not having Jeremy Clarkson on hand. He could have upped the offensiveness factor single-handedly.
The film’s portrayal of both the Spanish and the British was a gross exaggeration. Such a one-sided ‘documentary’ simply misrepresented the lives and opinions of the majority of Brits who get on well with the Spanish. But then, ‘colourful’ stereotypes make good TV. Focusing on ordinary people successfully integrated in the community who’ve learned Spanish would fly in the face of the show’s spotlight on a few who are plainly struggling. Basically, anyone who gets on screen will be a ‘character’, so ‘boring’, hard-working individuals won’t get a look in. In some ways, Spain is a country at the crossroads. The uncertainty of the past few years has taken its toll in many ways, including a rise in the number of house repossessions, bankruptcies and expats forced to return to the UK. But with GDP slightly up and unemployment figures slightly down, it’s maybe finally turning the corner. And corruption scandals, so long
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Have we got news for you: Clarkson couldn’t have made things worse!
MISSING: BBC documentary could have used Jeremy Clarkson.
the plague of Spanish life, now seem finally under the control of the judicial system. In fact, they’re now so numerous that Spanish TV news lumps them together in one swift round-up, ranging from King Felipe’s sister’s indictment for tax fraud plus her husband’s alleged embezzlement, to the alleged slush fund operated by Spain’s governing conservative party. Yes, there are good and bad bits about living anywhere but this programme was totally unrepresentative. The vast majority of industrious expats who are doing well personally and professionally after migrating here weren’t featured. Ordinariness and a sense of balance, after all, make for dull TV. Not so much a documentary then, more a bigoted rant. Nora Johnson’s thrillers Landscape of Lies, Retribution, Soul Stealer, The De Clerambault Code (www.nora-johnson.com) available from Amazon in paperback/eBook (€0.89;£0.79) and iBookstore. Profits to Cudeca.
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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 R) and there must be AT LEAST ONE NINE LETTER WORD. Plurals, vulgarities or proper nouns are not allowed.
LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION dent, diet, dine, dint, dire, dirt, doer, done, dote, edit, nerd, node, redo, rend, ride, rind, rode, tend, tide, tied, toed, trod, diner, doter, droit, drone, idiot, indie, indri, noted, tined, tired, toned, trend, tried, dentin, dinero, dinner, dotier, editor, indent, indite, intend, iodine, ironed, rioted, rodent, tendon, tidier, tinder, tinned, triode, diorite, edition, intoned, nitride, RENDITION
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ARIES (March 21 - April 20) Although things are going pretty well, there are some things that could be just a little better organised. It's the ongoing positive attitude that counts.
CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) Look at the long-term picture when considering money matters. What seems like a good deal now may not be so a few
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PISCES (February 20 - March 20) Keep things simple. Getting involved in other people's problems is not for you at the moment. It may be necessary to delay a decision to give yourself time to think.
SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) This is not a particularly lucky week for you, so I would certainly advise caution. Gambling is not recommended. Being clever with money is as much about not spending it as about how you spend it. .
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AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19) This is a time to consider finances and keep your options open. Someone who tries to get a fast decision out of you by pushing you into a corner is doing you no favours.
to overstretch your finances. Spending a lot this week without thought is problematic later. This is a week of shifting and changing and that certainly means your finances.
LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) This should be a great time for your finances. Any glitch is likely to be because you have overspent. Even if things still need close attention, you can win if you concentrate. A bit of plotting and planning can work wonders at the moment.
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VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) Aim a bit higher than usual and you may be surprised at your success. When seeing the
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LEO (July 24 - August 23) Money is good and this can make you overconfident. Beware bank managers offering loans in large amounts. Nothing is for free and you need to look carefully at interest rates right now.
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KEEPING UP WITH THE JONESES 1. By what title is Anthony ArmstrongJones, the former husband of Princess Margaret, also known? 2. In the television comedy series Dad’s Army, what was the peacetime occupation of Lance-Corporal Jones, played by actor Clive Dunn? 3. In which 1970s BBC television series did actress Gemma Jones star as Louisa Leyton/Trotter, who works her way up from servant to renowned cook to proprietress of the upper-class Bentinck Hotel in London? 4. Paul Jones was the lead singer of which pop band from 1962 to 1966? Their hits include: Do Wah Diddy Diddy and Pretty Flamingo. 5. Released in 1981 and starring Harrison Ford as the fictional architect, what was the title of the first of the Indiana Jones series of films? 6. Named after two American economists whose company compiled the first average of US stock prices in 1884, what is the US equivalent of the Financial Times Index? 1. EARL OF SNOWDON - in 1999 he was created BARON ARMSTRONG-JONES, OF NYMANS IN THE COUNTY OF WEST SUSSEX, 2. Town BUTCHER, 3. THE DUCHESS OF DUKE STREET, 4. MANFRED MANN, 5. RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK, 6. DOW JONES INDEX
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CANCER (June 22 - July 23) After a hectic start to the week, things seem to have slowed down. Look carefully at what has happened, but remember that there is no point in worrying over something that you cannot change.
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GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) Partnerships see you leap ahead on something that was a bit stuck in the mud. A leap in your bank balance follows. Some quick decisions may be called for so it is better to share responsibilities, whatever the outcome.
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LAST WEEK’S SOLUTIONS CRYPTIC Across: 1 Assets, 4 Scales, 7 Shah, 8 Academic, 9 Resents, 12 Set, 14 Leader, 15 Racist, 16 Ace, 18 Rafters, 22 Managers, 23 Bore, 24 Desert, 25 Stolid.
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19 Court clown (6)
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2 Witness, 3 Peruse, 4 Vista, 5 Legible, 6 Scrimp, 7 Saga, 8 Face, 14 Receive, 16 Unicorn, 17 Series, 18 Heated, 19 Dare, 20 Ideal, 22 Fine.
The clues are mixed, some clues are in Spanish and some are in English.
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Across 1 Ribbon (5) 4 Tables (furniture) (5) 7/16 Pajarita (corbata) (3,3) 8 Mensaje (7) 9 Arco (4) 10 To gnaw (4) 14 File (document) (7) 16 See 7 17 Yemas (de huevos) (5) 18 Principio (comienzo) (5) Down 1 Bucket (pail) (4) 2 Más nuevo (5) 3 Sillones (9) 4 Champiñones (9) 5 Mar (3) 6 Semilla (4) 11 De más (5) 12 Bebé (4) 13 Cinturón (4) 15 Cabbage (3)
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Across: 1 Scots, 3 Sheet, 5 Use, 7 Aburrir, 9 Eggs, 10 Male, 13 Answers, 14 Ant, 15 Ships, 16 Adios.
LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION
Down: 1 Saucepans, 2 Soap, 3 Soul, 4 Tormentas, 6 Edges, 8 Riada, 11 Keys, 12 Isla.
Cryptic The purpose of the Hexagram puzzle is to place the 19 sixletter 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 (RELIEF) and one letter in four other cells are given as clues.
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LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION 1 Arenas, 2 Steeds, 3 Dining, 4 Reduce, 5 Retain, 6 Seized, 7 Deeper, 8 Dinner, 9 Buried, 10 Prints, 11 Cheers, 12 Series, 13 Detain, 14 Waters, 15 Stiles, 16 Kitten, 17 Noises, 18 Relate, 19 Needed
Across 7 Fix bent rapier (6) 8 Contracted in meagre education (6) 9 Surprising name for locks (4) 10 Example of epic men’s makeup (8) 11 Calls for more or scene change (7) 13 Had the courage to confront an awful dread (5) 15 Cheese, fine if crisp (5) 17 Depression is beginning to threaten professional practitioner (7) 20 Additional pay for a sincere sort (8) 21 Loot concealed in Volkswagen (4) 22 Stan’s partner goes after leader of Conservative’s dog (6) 23 Shore bird at cove flying around (6) Down 1 Get back, for example, in rain (6) 2 Many dined and departed (4) 3 Fit to take in skinhead and
succeed (7) 4 Greek god from ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ (5) 5 To start with I read revelation in Times’ article naming the menace (8) 6 Go back to sow again, by the sound of it (6)
12 Annul finished law (8) 14 Old soldier never at sea (7) 16 Pay-off from Iran somehow (6) 18 Traps laid for tin god (6) 19 Skip sports class in the car (5) 21 Female accepting love for footwear! (4)
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Last Brits standing a nasty depiction of Costa del Sol THE TV SHOW Last Brits Standing was yet another nasty depiction of the Costa del Sol and its British residents. I am surprised that the BBC should lower itself in this type of documentary. The Spanish press is right to be indignant. After 10 happy years here we do not recognise the people in the film. Where are the Brits of the U3A with a myriad of classes? Where are those in DFAS going to their fine art lectures? Those who prop up the various charities? There is also the great interaction with other foreigners who live here. My club in Mijas Pueblo can boast of at least 10 different nationalities. I wonder if their countries mount the same vitriolic attacks as the UK on the Costa del Sol? There were also the inaccuracies which appeared. The Spanish thinking that the Brits were a drain on their health services. The UK pays for the British here. We love living on the Costa. We admire the artistry of the Spanish. Where in the UK will you find such beautifully kept roundabouts with their sculptures? The Spanish welcome foreigners but it must be a quid pro quo. Here s another film idea: ‘From Surrey to Sol: another view of the Brits on the Costa.’ Any film maker brave enough to present this alternative documentary should contact me. Catherine Cohen (By email)
NHS is paid for SAMMY and Paul (Street Talk) ask “what other country refuses to pay for its own people’s needs such as the NHS and Education, while at the same time handing out to others?” This is a typical UKIP statement, which may sound fine but is in fact absolute nonsense. Britain does not ‘refuse to pay for the NHS and Education.’ One may argue that we do not spend enough on them, but the amount we do spend on them is enormously greater than what we give in development aid or contributions to the EU, so that it is wrong to suggest that we would make much more money available if we stopped aid and EU membership.
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the earth who can say! The leaves also make a wonderful substitute for shamrock on St. Patrick’s Day. Carole V. Poole, Manilva (Malaga)
Wrong report FIRSTLY, a thank you for the EWN. Now may I have a little gripe! Page three ‘Quote of the Week’ mentions a “13-year-old student”. There are no students aged 13. Children attending a SCHOOL are PUPILS. Students go to College. Undergraduates and Postgraduates go to University. Hal Perkins (By email).
I was in Fuengirola when hundreds of Harley riders turned up. They made it a special day for many of us bike lovers, and I managed to get this shot. Adrian Bowman, Fuengirola (Malaga)
UKIP’s thesis is that we should abandon our most important markets in Europe, and hope that we could make up the loss by trading with the Commonwealth. They do not seem to have noticed that whereas Britain is one of the largest countries in the EU, it is dwarfed by Commonwealth nations such as India, Pakistan and Nigeria (with which we can trade perfectly well now from within the EU). The tragedy is, that we seem afraid to aim to lead the EU, and prefer to run away from it. David Cameron’s proposed referendum is unnecessary and damaging to Britain’s interests, as our European partners puzzle over why on earth we are taking such a negative and defeatist attitude. Bill Campbell (by email)
Japan’s blunder THANKS to Mike Walsh for his article ‘Inconvenient History’ (Euro Weekly News some editions, issue 1555). Hitler controlled Norway. Why did he not, as part of Barbarossa, seize Murmansk which was only 80 miles from the Norwegian frontier? Even if the Nazis had been unable to hold
Murmansk they could have destroyed its port facility. The biggest strategic blunder (probably in all history) was Japan attacking the US instead of the Soviet Union. They would have had all the Siberian resources and the Germans would surely have defeated European Russia. The added bonus to the Axis would have been the continued isolationism of the US. Roger Page, Mojacar Playa (Almeria)
Not so free A FEW months ago a friend’s Venezuelan born wife passed away. Her family were unable to attend the funeral as in order to fly out of Venezuela one can only buy a ticket in dollars. These can only be obtained from the government. This takes at least one month and usually more. Yes Mr Les Adams (Letters, issue 1554) Venezuela is obviously a wonderfully free and liberal country. I somehow think that living there would not be so much to your liking as your letter may have implied. Jon Allso (Valencia)
Thanks angels DUE to the debilitating illness my husband suffers from, which has caused him to fall over on several occasions, I had to call the 112 emergency service. My goodness was I impressed - they arrived within 10 minutes, picked my husband up and were so kind telling us to call whenever help was needed. Thank you, you were like guardian angels. Carol McCormack, Caleta de Velez (Malaga)
Not a weed IN answer to the letter (Letters issue 1555) re: the yellow wild flower Oxalyis (let’s not call it a weed) is a wonderful, colourful, ground cover during March and April. It is easily suppressable as it does eventually die down, even the leaves, and can be pulled up quite easily as the ground is usually still quite moist. My chickens would soon clear your garden of it, they love it. I have noticed when dogs of mine need to eat grass, they seem to prefer grass growing through Oxalyis, so whether it has properties to purify
What cover? I ALMOST fell of my stool laughing at the comments regarding the EU health card (EHIC). On holiday in Gayanes I was unfortunate to dislocate my right hip, I attempted to pop it back in as I have managed to do before to no avail. So it was off to Alcoy Hospital where after a lot of consultation over my EHIC card (I am a pensioner) they decided to look at the problem and attempt to pop it back in. That’s when it was discovered the Prosthesis had come loose in the femur and I needed surgery, a full hip replacement. Then I was told, we cannot operate, as ‘you do not have proper insurance cover.’ They told me to discharge myself from the hospital with the paper work. I reorganised the ferry and my wife drove to the UK and Sheffield Northern Hospital where I had a hip replacement. The card seems to work for emergency treatment only (cut finger). Is Spain part of the EU ? Mr David Goulding (By email)
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Cassandra Nash A weekly look - and not entirely impartial reaction to the Spanish political scene
FINANCE minister Cristobal Montoro did not mince his words when he said, apropos of Rodrigo Rato’s arrest, “I’m here to apply the law, not express sentiments.” Nice one, Montoro, particularly when too many politicians spend more time expressing sentiments than observing the laws they legislate. Montoro then spoiled the effect with his mealy-mouthed description of the Rato case as “a personal matter.” Rato’s finances are indisputably personal, but the taxes he allegedly evaded were public, as was the humiliation of
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In a manner of plain speaking Pre-election scapegoat IT probably seemed a good idea at the time. Rodrigo Rato ex-vice president of the Spanish government, exfinance minister, ex-managing director of the International Monetary Fund, ex-Lazards executive, expresident of Caja Madrid and ex-president of Bankia - was already on the skids. He was expelled from the Partido Popular for cooking the
RODRIGO RATO: Serving up his head on a platter was a small sacrifice for the government.
Bankia books prior to its dodgy flotation in 2012 and for living the life of Riley on opaque Caja Madrid and Bankia credit cards. Already facing two trials, Rato could easily be bundled into a police car with a lawman’s hand on his head as Spain looked on. Rato’s alleged misdeeds sounded convincing: money-laundering, plus concealing assets to ring-fence them from potential Bankia and ‘black’ credit card convictions. His seven hours in custody as police searched his home and office allowed the government to intone that the law is the same for all Spaniards, just in time for the local and regional elections. Serving up Rato’s head on a platter was a small sacrifice for a government needing to demonstrate that it abhors corruption. But one scapegoat cannot win an election, not when voters want blood or sackcloth and ashes at the very least.
his very ostentatious arrest. You can’t have it both ways, Montoro, not if plain-speaking is limited to issues with easy and ready answers.
Not in the mating season A LARGE slice of the centre-right Partido Popular would be happy with a post-election alliance with centre-right Ciudadanos. The reverse is not true as Ciudadanos voters have chosen Albert Rivera’s party precisely because it is not the PP. While criticising Ciudadanos in public, Mariano Rajoy is supposedly already putting out feelers in private but if he wants to be anything other than a nineday wonder and a one-trick political show pony, Rivera should ignore this mating call.
Fair shares ALL of the candidates representing Podemos in the regional elections were democratic ally-chosen by party members. Yet there are only two women amongst them. Could gender equality be less important in politics than political leaders believe?
Mike Walsh Mike, based in Mediterranean Spain, is an international journalist, author and professional writer.
LIBYA, until 2011, was Africa's richest and most successful nation. Forget the propaganda of mainstream media. A few facts about President Gaddafi’s Libya. Through a system of tribal councils the Libyan nation was more representative than is the West’s flawed political process. Under the colonel’s benign rule Libyans benefited from free electricity, interest-free loans, and the fruits of massive infrastructure investment despite sanctions imposed at the bequest of Western bankers. Newlyweds received $50,000 with which to purchase their marital home, mothers received $5,000 for each child born. The country’s city transport infrastructure, in many respects, put ours to shame. What changed? The NATO West changed everything: If you want to discover a slug’s lair follow the slime trail. If Western politicians are your prey the slime trail is coated with corporate banknotes. Corruption, not national interest, underpins the West’s entire foreign policy.
When compared to many African nations, the descent into lawlessness and poverty suffered by once rich Libya, has transformed it into Africa’s most dangerous and unpleasant regime. During the disastrous Libyan conflict, mainstream media, like a bunch of American football cheerleaders, whooped the Westminster line. Again, a sovereign nation’s head of state was demonised and set-up for the killer blow. “The enemy aggressor is always pursuing a course of larceny, murder, rapine and barbarism. We are always moving forward with high mission, a destiny imposed by the Deity to regenerate our victims while incidentally capturing their markets, to civilise savage and senile and paranoid peoples while blundering accidentally into their oil wells.” ~ John Flynn, 1944. How much longer can the hapless EU endure? European Union sanctions backfired, EU foreign policy is non-existent. Russian President, Vladimir Putin, in as many words, observes “Protocol suggests that I confer with EU Foreign Ministers. In truth, I may as well go direct to Washington DC.” Western European defence is entirely dependent upon US funded
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Reaping Westminster’s foul wind sidering the perilous crossing. Today, the murdered Gaddafi prophecy is coming true. He warned the then Italian President Silvio Berlusconi of the likely consequences of the NATO West removing him. “Europe might no longer be European, it would be black as millions of Africans pour into Europe.”
When compared to many African nations, the descent into lawlessness and poverty suffered by once rich Libya, has transformed it into Africa’s most dangerous and unpleasant regime.
PRESIDENT GADAFFI: Today his prophecy is coming true. NATO. Today, Russian media smirks as the European Union reels from an influx of African immigrants it cannot hope to stem. Let us cast our minds back to before NATO overthrew the Gaddafi governance. Amnesty International,
along with many others, places the blame on the EU ending of the Mare Nostrum initiative. This was a mutual arrangement of coastal defence administered by Gaddafi’s Libya and Italy. It was so successful there was little point in African immigrants con-
Wherever the smiling colonel is he certainly wiped the smile off our smug faces. Once again, ordinary Europeans suffer the ghastly consequences of Brussels and Westminster’s incompetence and corruption. These are the only people I want to see on a rickety vessel attempting to cross the Mediterranean - on a course set for Africa.
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Eva gets help of new pet-sitters By Lamia Walker of HouseSitMatch visit friends and relatives. EVA had spent many a winShe met the sitters online ter night in Sweden thinking through the HouseSitMatch about a new life in Spain, network online. Anne and planning where to live, how Jeff are a retired Canadian she would travel there with couple who pet-sit to enable her family and deciding their travels around the whether to rent or buy for the world. They love it! first year. So much to decide They use their own years before setting off on this new of experience as dog owners adventure. And at the end of and home owners, moreover every thought process was it gives them an affordable the question - how will we and sustainable way to travel settle the dogs..? to new countries, lighter on Gretha and Per are funthe planet and fun to live in a loving Collie-cross dogs home from home with pet used to cool climates, so a dogs to play with. What large garden to play in somecould be more fun and rewhere in the mountains warding? would be ideal. Once she Whether you are a homefound a place to rent for an owner or house-sitter register initial settling in period her now for your Free 60 Day vision took shape... and once Trial and secure your Free she had found pet-sitters to Easy Guide to Housesitcare for the dogs in her ting. absence she knew To find a pet-sitshe could relax ter go to and enjoy the jourwww.Housesitney. Match.com or Finding expericall Lamia on +44 enced dog sitters al(0)1865 521508. lowed her to make firm plans. By February she had even DOG SIT: What could be planned a long more fun and rewarding? Christmas holiday to
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WHILE often overlooked, the teeth and ears are areas of pet care which are essential for the health and well-being of your dog. Indeed, they need regular dental care, as a build up of tartar can cause inflamed, swollen gums and secondary infection that can lead to serious health problems. Dogs, one to three years old, should have their teeth brushed once a week. Dogs over three years old should have their teeth brushed three times a week. Use a toothbrush that is made especially for dogs. They have long handles which allow you to brush the dog’s back teeth. And never use human toothpaste - instead use an enzyme toothpaste specifically made for dogs. Additionally, there are specially treated dental cleaning pads which can be wiped over the surface of the dog’s teeth. The enzymes in the pad do the cleaning.
DENTAL CARE: Use a toothbrush especially made for dogs.
Another important but overlooked area is that of ear care. Dirt and debris in the ear canal can lead to inflammation and infection. Routine ear care, using products which cleanse the ear of debris, help to dry the ear canal and assist in preventing otitis, a chronic inflammation and infection of the external ear canal. Ear mites are small parasites which can invade your dog’s ears. These mites typically cause a dry, dark brown debris to form in the ears of dogs. Ear mite treatments kill only the adult mites, not the
nymphs, (pre-adults). Effective ear mite treatment includes an initial series of treatments to kill the adult mites followed 10 to 14 days later by a second series of treatments to kill the newly matured adults. Of course, always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the medical condition or treatment of your own pet or animal. Whilst on the subject of teeth, a friend of mine ‘Bente’ left his teeth at the side of his bed. When he woke up he found his six- month-old Rottweiller chewing them!
Expat finds homes for dogs abroad AN expatriate in Alhaurin de la Torre saves hundreds of abandoned greyhounds, often finding them new homes and lives as far as 6,000 kilometres away.
Used to catch hares, for clandestine races or breeding, once they reach the age of four, some are handed in to refuges but others are just dumped by the side of a road. Vera Thorenaar, a Dutch woman who has lived in Malaga Province for 30 years, opened a refuge in Alhaurin de la Torre in 2010 to take in greyhounds and find them homes in Spain and abroad. Although the refuge has space for just 30 dogs at a time, collaboration with international groups allowed the refuge to arrange 190 adoptions last year.
GREYHOUNDS: Are used for catching hares, clandestine races or breeding. About 20 of these travelled all the way to the US thanks to the Galgo Rescue International association. US regulations only allow
dogs to travel in March, April, May, October and November to avoid extreme temperatures. First the greyhounds are driven to Madrid,
where they spend the night at a hotel near the airport before flying to New York. A Spanish or American volunteer accompanies the
dogs on their flights, and they usually relax in their carriers and do not need tranquilising, Thorenaar explained. Once an animal leaves Spain it is placed under the custody of the foreign association, and if it does not fit in with the adopted family, something that very rarely happens, another home is found in the same country. Most dogs sent abroad go to Holland and Belgium, thanks to collaborations with Greyhound Rescue Holland and Greyhounds Rescue Belgium, and also to Austria, Finland, France and the UK.
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APRIL 22 As usual I attended the hospital early, keen to have my last chemotherapy session. Erica Russell Watson: My journey – and I’m driving THE magical date of April 22 finally arrived and I sprang out of bed and made my way to the Materno Hospital in Malaga for my eighth and final chemotherapy session. As per usual I arrived early to ensure I had my blood test done quickly to be able to send it off for analysis and hopefully be seen as quickly as possible by my oncologist. After having breakfast I went to the eighth floor and sat in the waiting room. Time flew by as I got chatting to two lovely ladies, Sally and Beryl, or the Nerja girls as I shall call them! We exchanged views on the differences in the British and Spanish medical systems as Beryl had first-
Surprise discovery for MS COMMON creams used to treat athlete’s foot and eczema could reverse the damage of multiple sclerosis (MS). Scientists say the surprise discovery could pave the way to ground-breaking new therapies for MS sufferers. The condition affects around 2.5 million people worldwide. Scientists found that the treatments restored movement to mice paralysed by a rodent version of MS. Researchers are warning against running out and buying the creams as although both drugs are widely used, a way must be found to use them safely as internal human treatments before clinical trials can be considered. MS is a condition of the central nervous system which results in a range of symptoms and of varying degrees for sufferers including fatigue, vision problems and difficulties with walking.
hand experience owing to 42 years in the nursing profession. Sally made off with one of the armbands they use to make your veins pop up when giving blood! Amazingly enough the nurse remembered that it was Sally and came to look for her. The band was returned as Sally had kept it safely but was unsure of who to hand it in to! I thought my luck was in as my number was called out earlier than usual and off I went to see the oncologist. Things were about to take a turn for the worse. They had lost half of my blood analysis so I had to do another test! I was not impressed, but being more focused on making sure I had my last chemo treatment I raced down to have the test. The waiting room was heaving but I just thought that today I was going to have to adopt the Spanish modus operandi and got straight to the front of the queue and demanded they repeat the test because my oncologist
was awaiting the results to be able to give me my treatment. To be fair to them they pushed me up the list, as it had been their error, and I was in and out in five minutes. Had I waited pa-
I think I have done quite enough for one day, so I will sign off now feeling tired but very happy. One phase down and now for radiotherapy and then reconstruction. tiently as we all have in Spain, I might never have received my last chemo. Back in the waiting room with the Nerja girls for another two hours! Finally I was called and it turned out all my levels were good so I could pro-
ceed. The oncologist told me I had to book a CAT scan to see how everything had gone and I needed extensive blood tests to check my tumour markers and hormone levels, etc. I would be back to see her within a month to see what hormone treatment they would give me and to see how the breast area was and if the shadows on my lungs had gone. Jorge came to the rescue and booked my CAT scan because I would not have had time to go down to the bowels of the hospital and book it myself as they shut at 2pm and I ended up finishing at 4pm. I took my place next to the sweetest lady who turned out to be the mother of a client of the notary’s where I used to work. Malaga is a small place! We had a lovely chat, which was just as well because they took one hour to come to put my line in and then had six attempts at it. A new nurse wanted to practise! Grrr. I repeatedly said that Jesús was
the only one who knew how to deal with my difficult veins and after the fifth attempt the newby yielded. Jesús came and popped the line in, no problem. I would have preferred to have avoided that amount of jabbing but the most important thing was I was about to cross my chemo finishing line! I actually fell asleep in the middle of it, unheard of for me. The relief when they finally unhooked me was fabulous. I scurried off to recover at Jorge’s mother’s house and then made my way back home. Today has been a whirlwind of activity between visits to the bank, post office, doctor, hospital orthopaedics, translating for a friend, shopping, collecting children and then trying to sell my car. I think I have done quite enough for one day so I will sign off now feeling tired but very happy. One phase down and now for radiotherapy and then reconstruction. Poco a poco, as the Spanish say!
Mozzies may be drawn by body odour genes WHETHER we’re bitten often or rarely by mosquitoes could be down to the same genes that decide our body odour. Researchers studying why some of us are ignored by mosquitoes while others are eaten alive carried out tests with identical and non-identical twins.
The twins put their hands into special tunnels where their scent was channelled towards swarms of the insects, which found the mozzies showed no preference between identical twins. But with non-identical twins, who share fewer genes, the insects were
more likely to tend towards one hand or the other. The scientists believe this could show mosquitoes are attracted by scents produced by particular genes, and are now looking to pinpoint which genes. Dr James Logan, of the London
Britons are the grumpiest first thing in the morning BRITONS wake up grumpier than anyone else. According to users of a sleep app, even though Brits get more time in bed than most other nations; seven hours 22 minutes a night, they wake up moodier than most. Only the Japanese, South Koreans and SingaMORNING: How do you wake up?
poreans are grumpier in the mornings. The Japanese may have a valid reason, getting an hour and a half less sleep. The results from 944,000 people, including 75,000 from the UK, found the British had the seventh most disturbed sleep out of 50 countries surveyed. The mood upon waking up in the morning was determined by users tapping a ‘happy’, ‘sad’ or ‘in-between’ face.
School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, said: “If we understand the genetic basis for variation between individuals it could be possible to develop bespoke ways to control mosquitoes better, and develop new ways to repel them.”
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By Gemma Quinn THE term ‘superfoods’ is always being banded around for their powerful effect on our health and wellbeing, so what are the latest foods we should be buying to get added nutritional value? Sour cherries They contain high levels of antioxidants and as a result are anti-inflammatory, they can help boost sleep and improve sports recovery. Avocados They are a great source of healthy, monounsaturated fats which have been known to help lower bad cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. A recent study has suggested that combining a moderatefat diet with one avocado a day could actually lower your levels of bad cholesterol by more than a low-fat or moderate-fat diet without avocados. Cranberries The fruit has been used for years as an aid against urinary tract infections, but studies suggest they could have a wider range of other benefits from improving the health of our hearts, helping to prevent certain cancers, boost our oral health and help reduce infections. They also contain polyphenols which possess antioxidant, antiinflammatory and antimicrobial properties. However, cranberry juice is not as beneficial as eating the berries.
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Superfoods are known to have an effect on our health and wellbeing, so find out what cranberries, pumpkin seeds and avocados can do for you.
SUMMER is on its way and as we begin to bare more skin, doctors and dermatologists are reminding us to be cautious in the sun. Dr Manuel Asin from the Aesthetic Dermatology Centre, said now is the right time to assess any moles on the skin to be able to note change, as new awareness campaigns are launched in Spain. He said: “I never refer to the sun negatively: it is an essential part of life, promotes the synthesis of vitamin D and, surely, is the best natural antidepressant. The problem is not the sun, but reckless exposure to it.” If you notice any of the following signs, you should get it checked out immediately: irregular edges; rapid growth; bleeding or a diameter greater than 6mm. Don’t delay!
BLUEBERRIES: Have been linked to all kinds of health benefits. Blueberries Containing high levels of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, blueberries have been linked to all kinds of health benefits, including
heart health, cancer prevention, enhanced brain function and improved eyesight. It is also suggested that they could help delay the ageing process.
Pumpkin seeds Hold high levels of protein, fibre, magnesium, and phosphorous, and are a rich source of zinc, making them known as the ‘super seed’.
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Seasonality trend Products targeted at people’s needs according to the weather. WHILE the health and beauty industry has always followed seasons when it comes to colours and looks, ‘seasonality’ is now a key beauty trend. Research by marketing company Mintel has found that the seasons too are now defining beauty regimens around the world. Rather than simply using the change of seasons as a reason to introduce colour stories or scents, beauty manufacturers are increasingly introducing innovative products that offer defence against the cosmetic and emotional effects of specific weather conditions. Indeed, the beauty landscape has steadily evolved over recent years in response to the demands of the seasonality trend, with a big growth in the number of launches of products over the past three years. Seasonal products accounted for as many as 11.1 per cent of all beauty and personal care launches in 2014, up from 9.8 per cent in 2011. What’s more, seasonal facial skincare launches rose from 0.5 per cent of global launches in 2009 to 1.2 per cent in 2014. Jane Henderson, Global President of Mintel’s Beauty and Personal Care Division, said: “Our research shows that consumers are becoming increasingly aware of - and con-
SEASONAL PRODUCTS: The beauty landscape has steadily evolved over recent years. cerned about - how changes in the environment are affecting the condition of their skin and hair. Already, beauty manufacturers have started to go beyond taking simple seasonal approaches geared to public holidays or gifting occasions and instead are taking on the elements within their product innovation.” Highlighting a gap in the market, Mintel’s exclusive consumer research reveals the strong global consumer demand for skincare launches that tap into changing seasons. Some four in five (80 per cent) of German consumers claim their facial skin needs change throughout the year and almost half (48 per cent) of Chinese female facial skincare users choose products from different
brands in different seasons. Vivienne Rudd, Director of Insight, Beauty and Personal Care at Mintel, said: “A new generation of winter care products offer additional care and hydration for the skin. These tend to target dry or very dry skin and mention cold, dry weather. “However, the future will see the arrival of boosters that address cold, damp weather as well as the extremes of dryness. Meanwhile, extreme summer conditions are calling for products which protect the skin from heat and humidity as well as UV damage, and which build up resilience against the forthcoming autumnal changes. By creating these seasonal options, brands have a chance of building year-round loyalty.”
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BONANZA BAR is a true delight. Nestled in a small commercial centre in the heart of Urbanisation El Chaparral, Torrevieja, the bar has been established since 1999 by Belgian owner Patrick. Having spent years working in hotel management in Germany, Patrick already had a home in Spain and when the bar became available for sale, he saw the ideal opportunity to settle and base himself on the Costa Blanca. Along with business partner Kris, the pair have happily spent the last 16 years serving the international community with Patrick joking that it has been a little challenging at times to learn the ways of different customers. “One of the first things I realised was that a lot of British customers like their steak
BONANZA BAR: Hosts weekly entertainment. well done, and that well done is extremely well done compared to how we would normally do it, but we have adapted and learned and created a mixed, international menu to try and suit everyone.” This international menu is best sampled on the Menu del Dia, available from 12-3pm
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TERRACE: Perfect for enjoying a drink 19-year-old Dutch singer Benny: “He is incredible,” said Patrick, who admits he may not have him for long: “He is a real entertainer and really has a future in the industry, he is a star.” Entertainment continues on a Wednesday and Sunday with a quiz and ‘lucky cards’ from 9pm and a special Sun-
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Gardens in the countryside COUNTRY GARDENS can be a more interesting choice and will give you the chance to be self-sufficient. However, you need to be aware of the different climate with winter and early spring frosts to put up with. Dick Handscombe
Gardening Corner By Spain’s best known expatriate gardening author living in Spain for 25 years.
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N general deciding to buy and develop a country garden implies that you prefer a larger and more interesting plot and the chance to do up an old historic building or build something unique. The surrounding views of the countryside and mountains, peace, and perhaps the chance to be self-sufficient, mean you are willing to put up with winter and early spring frosts. So with that introduction let’s look at some of the issues involved. Microclimates Once out of the urbanisations gardens are often more exposed unless walled, which defeats one of the reasons for living in the wild, or thick boundary and internal hedges are planted to create less harsh microclimates. A greenhouse or small polytunnel will be useful for protecting plants in pots over the winter. Soils In country areas the soils inherited will vary from very rich, because mules used to be tethered to the trees, to dead
COUNTRY GARDENS: Can provide a larger and more interesting plot to develop.
soil denuded of natural humus and nutrients by the growing of fruit trees and vines for decades without the addition of animal fertilisers. The depth of soil will also vary from a spade depth of rich top soil to just a couple of centimetres over bed rock. Unless you are very lucky, improve the soil before you plant anything, whether flowering plants, aromatic herbs, fruit trees or vegetables. If you have little depth of soil build raised beds from day one.
Flowering plants In developing your plant lists do study the descriptions of the 350 garden plants and trees described in our book ‘Your garden in Spain’ and focus mainly on those that are both drought and frost resistant. Do make the best of the hardy aromatic herbs such as rosemary, lavenders, sage and thyme. If you purchased a large plot of land with many olive, walnut or almond trees do consider cutting out a large glade in the centre for the
house and main formal garden, if not too late, and develop a network of paths between the trees with occasional glades of garden. Fruit trees Re fruit trees, check on what fruit is or was grown commercially in the area. Recognise that citrus trees do not like being continuously exposed to strong winds and that attempts to grow subtropical fruits should only be attempted in the most sheltered of
sunny south facing spots. The book ‘Growing healthy fruit in Spain’ describes over 70 fruits that can be grown and many are suitable for country areas. Growing vegetables One of the joys of growing one’s own vegetables, whether grown in the ground, in raised beds, or in builder’s buckets is that you know that they are fresh and free of residual chemicals when you eat them. ‘Growing healthy vegetables in Spain’ includes details of some 100 vegetables that we have raised in Spain. Our winter salads do not include tomatoes, but they do include a diverse mix of some 40 leaves and edible flowers full of raw energy and natural vitamins minerals and fibres. Large pests Being isolated you will probably get fewer problems
with small insects that can hop over the fences in an urbanisation comprising just holiday makers, letting owners, abandoned gardens as well as enthusiastic residents. However there is the chance that you will need to protect the garden from rabbits, wild boar and deer. If rabbits are thirsty or looking for some tasty moist fleshy plants to eat they will try and get in unless you do something about it. They even love young prickly pear cactus plants. The best way to keep out rabbits is with a chain-link fence which has the bottom 30 centimetres sunk into the ground or a sunken two building block wall under the fencing which is cemented into the top of the wall. Tall strong fences will also keep out deer and wild boar. The second best is a hunting type dog that has the run of the garden. The third is to plant in raised beds with fencing on top. There is an anti-rabbit product sold by Neudorff but it would be expensive to protect a large area. Netting bags filled with human hair from the nearest hairdresser, hung on posts near a vegetable plot or along the wires supporting vines, and peed on once a month will make boars think that there are humans around and disappear. For more ideas there are special chapters in the book ‘Your garden in Spain’ focused on gardens in different types of situation including in inland valleys, on mountainsides, on saline and barren soils and woodland sites.
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“Some say, half man, half oaf” IF you are an oil-drinking petrolhead whose spine arches at the thought of a sideways-taken bend, and whose lower regions tingle with the sound of a V8 being ripped through the gears, read on... The unceremonious departure of Jeremy Clarkson from our TV screens earlier this year, along with his ‘normalist’ attitudes on our beloved big boys’ toys, may find you needing a little ‘fix’. To that end, we have put together a few of our Lord JC’s choicest comments, and best quotes: Bentley Continental GT’s suspension adjustability: “It really is about as useful as having a snooze button on a smoke alarm.” BMW Z3: “And if you are clinically insane, by which I mean you wake up in the morning and think you are an onion, here’s your car.” Buick LeSabre: “It was rubbish when it was new, it was built by idiots, and it’s rubbish now.” Ferrari F430: “Now we get a few complaints that we don’t feature enough affordable cars on the show, so we’re kicking off with the cheapest Ferrari of them all.” Chevrolet Corvette ZO6: “In many ways then this car is like herpes. Great fun catching it, but not so much fun to live with every day.” Nissan Almera: “ Telling people at a dinner party you drive a Nissan Almera is like telling them you’ve got the Ebola virus and you’re about to sneeze.” Renault Clio V6 handling bends: “In typical French fashion, it just gives up! A bit like the French did with the Germans.” CHOICE COMMENTS: Jeremy Clarkson has many.
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By Steve Walsh IF The Terminator ordered a new car from Chevrolet to take him back to the future, this is it! Chevrolet has revealed a new concept car at this year’s Shanghai Motor Show called the ‘FNR’, and you should be afraid, it’s the shape of thing to come. Developed in Shanghai by GM’s Asia tech hub, we are talking about a laser headlighted, car networking, gesture controlled, fully autonomous, radar guided, Hot Wheels car from The Matrix. This is a car that would make even Batman dribble like Homer Simpson. It’s perfect, except for one tiny thing: It’s autonomous. Sigh! It’s essentially a self-driving electric mobility capsule. The wheels have magnetic hubless electric motors embedded inside, it features a wire-
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doesn’t look like a sports car that’s escaped from Blade Runner. Speaking of the future, Chevy says the FNR concept can also serve as a “personal assistant” to map out a preferred route. There’s gesture control, swivel seats and more sensors than the Millennium Falcon. “The Chevrolet FNR is loaded with a full range of intelligent technologies, usually seen only in science fiction movies,” says Chevy. Yeah, we’ve seen enough science fiction movies with autonomous robots involved to know the meaning of fear.
Thankfully, and to every petrolheads delight, the autonomous feature can be turned off, returning full control back to the driver. Which will of course enable it to be driven as it should, and it needs to be driven like you stole it!
SEAT closed the first quarter of 2015 with its best sales results since 2007. For the first time in eight years, worldwide customer deliveries exceeded 100,000 units between January and March, reaching a total of 102,700 vehicles, 10 per cent more than during the same period in 2014. The Leon is again the model with the highest growth being up 15 per cent.
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Better safe than sorry with papers A LONG-running question for motorists using Spain’s roads has always been: “What documents and items do I need to carry in my car?” Well the definitive answer seems to be, there is no definitive answer. Because the traffic laws change on what seems to be a monthly basis in Spain, the items you may be asked for at a police check point, or an incident, vary depending on many factors. Because not all policemen across the three forces are constantly abreast of current regulations, the Guardia Civil officer that stops you may ask for all documents, while another will say it is not necessary to have ITV documents if you have a sticker. Some accept photocopies if they are stamped by a notary, some will not. The National Police may have a different set of guidelines this month, and the law may change next month. The Local Police will typically only ever ask you for your ID. The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain states that the National Police advise the following (last updated June 2014): 1) Personal ID (Passport or NIE). 2) Driving Licence.
3) Vehicle Registration Document (Permiso de Circulacion). 4) ITV Card (Ficha Tecnica) with ITV reports. 5) Current ITV Sticker. Just one in the bottom righthand corner of the screen. 6) Car Insurance Certificate, plus proof of premium payment. 7) Two warning triangles. 8) One yellow reflective jacket (reachable from inside the car). In addition they recommend you carry the most recent receipt for your council car tax payment, a spare set of bulbs and a spare set of glasses if you wear them for driving. However, the Guardia Civil website N332.es doesn’t mention personal ID or a driving licence in their list. But they do advise you carry an accident form from your insurance company, and a spare wheel or means of emergency tyre repair. The long and short of it is, rather than run the risk of upsetting the man leaning into your window, if you have every single piece of paperwork relating to your car and yourself in the glove-box, a spare tyre, yellow jackets, triangles, and bulbs, you can’t go far wrong.
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Torrevieja swimming Make the best of even limited practice time From back page
The club’s five swimmers had some good results over the weekend. Eight new personal bests were achieved by Elian Del Rio Castillo, Paula Garcia, Piroska Rideg, and Skye Burns. Paula achieved new personal best times in all four of her races with regional qualifying times and a national qualifying time in her 50m Freestyle (29:90). Elian also gained new PB’s in both his races, with new regional qualifying time in his 50m Freestyle (27:45) and 100m Butterfly (1:08;98). Skye Burns came close to regional
Moto in Murcia From back page Ford-Dunn when he crashed and badly broke his arm, Anthony decided to race in the SM road class for 2015 to allow his arm to strengthen properly. With the decision made to contest the road racing Supermoto class, Anthony showed that he had lost none of his skills or determination to win. He didn’t stop there, as he has also competed in the Catalan SM road championship and after two rounds he has three wins to his name and a commanding championship lead. This year has seen Mat step up to the premier SM Open class and he has wasted no time in finding the extra speed needed to be competitive. With a solid start at Albaida Mat scored 5-5-5 in his three races to give him fifth overall on the day. The Catalan championship has also seen Mat at his best with a surprising third overall at the first round of the championship and after two rounds he now holds fifth position. The Supermotoland team next race at Villena in Alicante on Sunday May 3, for the second round of the Spanish Supermoto championship. More information on the forthcoming race can be found at www.supermotoland. com or the circuits website at www.chicharrakarts.es
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GOOD RESULTS: The club’s five swimmers.
time in her 50m Freestyle (33;81) missing out by one second, and in her 100m Freestyle she improved on her time once again. Another best time was made by Piroska in her 400m Freestyle (5:09:89) a improvement of 10 seconds on her previous best. Vicky Pigneur also raced after a week of illness but was unable to match previous bests. The Torrevieja swimming
squad now have two weeks of training before two weekends of trophy competitions for the whole club, with Masters swimming on May 10. For more information regarding Torrevieja Swimming Club please contact Rosa 665 454 126, President Felipe on 609 418 776 or Vicki 669 637 015 or by email on info@clubnatacion torrevieja.com
San Miguel Golf Society at La Finca From back page weather for the region, at least on Wednesdays, meteorological conditions were great, with only a fairly stiff breeze throughout having any potentially negative impact on play. The course was in fine nick, although fairways a little dry and tightly cropped, and greens quick and true, with no hint of the crowned holes this time around which were clearly present at the time of last month’s visit. Having to start on the 10th always seems a little odd, but that clearly didn’t affect Captain Phil de Lacy’s game, Phil coming in with an excellent 39 points. Nobody else broke par, but John Drakesmith managed to even it whilst playing in the days’s only SMGS doubles match play fixture, with John and his wife Ellen (a.k.a Drakies) beating the gallant pairing of Robin Eastman and Theo Boelhouwer (R & B) at the last hole. The day’s stableford competition results, by category and in reverse order, were the following: Bronze Category: 4th Richard Cleary (30), 3rd Brian Mulligan (31), 2nd Norman Padmore (32), and 1st Keith Stevenson with 34 points. Silver Category: 4th Phil Birtwistle (31), 3rd Dave Stewart (33), 2nd Mike Jordan (35) and 1st, with easily the best score of the day, Captain Phil de Lacy with 39 points. Gold Category: 4th Ivan Hanak (32), 3rd Glyn Denman (33), 2nd Ivor Turkington (34), and 1st, clearly inspired by his doubles partner wife, John Drakesmith with 36 points. Nearest the pins on the par 3’s (open to all) went to Paul Tomlinson (3), Paul Kelsall (6), Alan Hill (13) and Brian Mulligan (16). Nearest the pins in 3 on holes 7, 11 and 12 were won by Gary Hill, Phil de Lacy and Keith Wraithmell respectively. The Abacus was once again won by Paul Cobain who is clearly beginning to acquire a taste for a drop of reasonable vino tinto. Two best guest prizes were awarded, with the winner being Gary Hill, the runner up Carl Davies.
Dear Readers, I hope you have all had a good week and managed to get out on the course at some point. I assume that anyone that read last week’s column has written down some golfing goals and is already on the path of improvement. If you haven’t then you know what to do! Last week I was talking to a friend about his golf and he mentioned how little time he gets to practise. Like most of us, he has been brought up to believe that practice makes perfect and you have to put the hours in to get results. While I wouldn’t advise someone to do the bare minimum and expect great results, the truth is we can
actually achieve a lot in a short time by being more efficient. It is a cliché but quality is certainly more important than quantity and, for those of you working full-time or tied up with other commitments, it is important that time on the practice area isn’t wasted. In the coming weeks, I will offer more practical advice and direction on your practice sessions but for now, the first step is to understand that we can improve no matter how limited time is. Be realistic and try and decide on a minimum time. For some that may be just one round a week and 90 minutes practice. Whatever your time is, try and make the most of it. We will go into greater detail in other weeks but for now, the main concept is that almost all of us need to close the gap of the driving range to the golf course. Many amateurs stand on the range hitting 50 balls with the same club in 15 min-
utes on auto-pilot with no target. This is not how we play golf. We rarely use the same club twice in a row on the course so why do we practise like this? This week, try and incorporate something a little different that will make your practice more like golf. On the driving range, play nine holes of your course or any course. If you want to make it more interesting, use a yardage chart or scorecard for a famous course you would love to play. Play each hole as you would on the course. If you have a 350 yard par 4, designate a fairway and if you hit a nice drive around 220 yards, move to your 130 yard club and pick a target. Twenty minutes of practice like this will be more useful than two hours of mindless ‘drag and hit’ practice. Have fun and get in touch if you have any questions.
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Quesada Golfing Society Last Wednesday the Quesada Golf Society travelled inland from the city of Murcia to play Altorreal which has this year been taken over by new owners. By Staff Reporter LAST Wednesday the Quesada Golf Society travelled inland from the city of Murcia to play Altorreal which has this year been taken over by new owners. The course was in fine condition and has improved significantly since our last visit in December 2014 and the work continues with plenty of workmen about making further improvements to the course. The cost of green fee and buggy represents real value for money and is worth the jour-
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San Miguel at La Finca Third round of the SMGS 2015 Eclectic Competition. April 22nd, 2015. THIRTY-FIVE members were accompanied by five guests in their efforts to improve on their previous eclectic scores, as well as come in
the frame for the stableford prizes on SMGS’s monthly visit to this fine course. After so many weeks of pretty poor Turn to page 103
A strong start Supermoto brothers have had a busy start to 2015 THE Supermoto racing brothers from Murcia have had a busy start to their 2015 race season. It all kicked off in March at the first round of the Spanish championship at Albaida in Valencia. Last year’s season ended in a career threatening injury for Anthony Turn to page 103
WINNERS: The members pose with their prizes. ney. The weather forecast wasn’t great with rain showers expected, but they stayed away and after the first few holes the conditions were perfect golf weather with sunshine and very little wind. Twenty one players made the trip for an individual stableford competition. In first place was ‘Iron’ Brian Smith
who won by a wide margin with a superb score of 35 points. In second place with a very creditable score of 30 points was Ron Perkins. Sheila McSweeney just pipped ‘Sergio’ Spiers into third place on C/B with 28 points. The ‘Nearest the Pin’ winners were David McSweeney,
Darryll Wright, ‘Lord’ Ian Fogerty, ‘Wild’ Bill Acton and Paul Flanaghan. Anyone in the Quesada area looking to join a friendly golf society and play once a fortnight at a variety of courses at reasonable cost, should contact the Membership Secretary Les Pancott on 966 716 723.
Torrevieja swimming Swimmers across the region took part in the fifth timed control in the municipal pool at Petrer ON Saturday and Sunday April 25 and 26, swimmers across the Alicante Region were in action in the fifth Timed Control in the Mu-
nicipal Pool, Petrer. Of the 17 clubs participating Torrevieja had five team members racing over the weekend. Turn to page 103