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Charitable cast GLOBAL stars Daryl Hannah and Melanie Griffith will attend the Starlite Gala charity ball in Marbella on Saturday along with their ‘Two Much’ co-star and gala host Antonio Banderas. NOISY LANDINGS: Residents complain they are disrupting their daily life.
Airport noise check as families protest
RESIDENTS claim noise at Malaga Airport is hitting sky-high levels. Just weeks after a new second runway was opened as part of multi-million-euro airport expansions, a check on noise has been ordered following complaints. Noise levels - probably influenced by the peak of the tourist season - are behind the complaints from residents in Cartama, just inland from the airport and on the main flight path. Residents from Atalaya de Cartama, El Sexmo, Estacion de Cartama and Doña Ana complained to Cartama Town Council about the noise. Deputy Mayor Miguel Espinosa passed on the matter to the Spanish Airport
Authorities (AENA) and within days technicians were sent to the area to measure noise levels. Minister of Public Works Ana Pastor agreed that Malaga must follow rules which apply to airports that have ‘more than 50,000 annual operations’. A measuring device was installed at the town hall office in Estacion de Cartama following an agreement with AENA, and will be in place for a month. The results will establish if the airport is within legal parameters. Some say that although they can hear planes more now than before, it doesn’t bother them, while others complain that the noise is disrupting their daily life.
Monks grounded NINETY-ONE ‘Monk Parakeet’ nests were removed from trees in Malaga to control the birds’ population.
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Hospital staff to strike for three hours on Tuesday By Nicole Hallett A PARTIAL strike by the Costa del Sol public health agency’s three hospitals will take place next Tuesday between 10am and 2pm. Previously the strikes were held at health centres, but this time protestors will gather in front of the Socialist Party’s headquarters in Malaga. The participating hospitals are Marbella’s Costa del Sol Hospital (HCS), Mijas’s CARE and Benalmadena’s HAR centre. The stoppage is being held to protest against health cuts by Andalucia’s Regional Government. It will be similar to the ones which took place on Friday July 13 and Friday 20 prior to last week’s ‘indefinite’ strike, which was called off after two days. During the three hours of the strike, which will be held once a week, a minimum service will be in place as if it were a public holiday, according to Juan Jose Sanchez, President of the HCS committee.
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Exotic fox AN AFRICAN fennec fox was caught in the Sierra de las Nieves Natural Park, between Ronda and Marbella. Reports say it will be cared for in a zoo or an exotic species centre.
Soho in Malaga THE â‚Ź1.3 million project to turn the streets around Muelle Heredia into a Spanish ‘Soho’ in Malaga is due to begin this autumn.
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FLASHBACK: Striking hospital staff. cent as well proposals to increase permanent staff working hours from 35 to 37.5 a week. “We must work the extra 2.5 hours all in one day, which can be tiring,� said Sanchez, adding: “Our proposal is to spread the extra hours over the course of the week so each day employees work just half-an-hour more.�
Fire damage SEVERAL properties have been damaged and evacuated during this week’s fires in Jubrique, Ronda, which endangered the lives of residents and livestock as well as damaging crops and vegetation.
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4 years for sexual abuse of minor A MAN was sentenced to four years in prison for sexually abusing a minor in Marbella. The man, who was 20 in March 2010 when the crime occurred, was convicted of sexual abuse of a girl aged 13 at the time. He was acquitted of sexual assault, which could have got him 14 years, because Malaga court ruled that the man
did not use violence or intimidation, but rather took advantage of the young girl’s immaturity and their age difference. Instead, he will spend four years in prison and pay €4,000 in compensation. On the day of the crime, the man picked up the girl from secondary school, and invited her to go for a walk along the promenade. But first, he suggested she drop off her schoolbag at his house.
Sea life lessons THE V Edition of the travelling Sea Laboratory taught children at La Misericordia beach in Malaga about how beachgoers can help protect the sea and the animals that live in it. The laboratory will visit Fuengirola next Monday.
Pre-school debt ANDALUCIAN pre-schools were paid by the Junta de Andalucia part of the money owed to them for the tuition of 18,072 children, which is co-funded. The Junta has also promised to settle its remaining debts in September.
MIJAS TOWN HALL recently approved a plan to open a new ITV (Technical Inspection for Vehicles) station in Mijas, which is to be built in Las Lagunas.
Tax plea MIJAS TOWN HALL recently approved a proposal to ask the Government to allow Mijas to apply a reduced tax rate for tourist businesses to reactivate the town’s economy, which is primarily based on tourism.
Triple A OLD NEW LOOK: Each of the lions has a different face.
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LHAMBRA PALACE is Spain’s most visited monument. Last year more than 2.3 million visitors - an average of more than 6,300 every day of the year - flocked to Granada to see the Alhambra and the Generalife Gardens in 2011. And now, after 10 years of careful restoration, the Alhambra Palace has an added attraction: the famous Patio of Lions.
Restoration work most importantly focused on the 12 lions surrounding the fountain as well as archaeological digs. The fountain is probably Andalucia’s most famous image, with visitors now able to walk on marble from Macael, in Almeria, similar to when it was first built under the orders of Sultan Muhammad V. During the lengthy renovation it was discovered that each of the lions has a different face.
Seven fined for allowing their dogs on Mijas beaches SEVEN people who allowed their dogs on Mijas beaches despite the ban were fined by the Local Police. Dogs and other pets are not allowed on the beach or in swimming areas as stated in the Citizen Coexistence and Security Order since the council considered them to be a possible hygiene risk and annoyance to others. Last weekend, after the Local Police received numerous complaints of people violating the order, they took greater security measures along certain beaches in the municipality. The seven dog owners who were caught last weekend each received fines of up to €500.
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LABOUR unions CCOO and UGT denounced Carlos Haya Hospital for irregularly extending hospital employees’ work hours without previously negotiating the change, as well as for notifying them verbally instead of in writing.
THE banks of Guadiaro River and its tributaries will be cleaned by the local governments and the Junta de Andalucia so residents who live far from the beach can bathe in them during the hot summer months.
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Once they were in his bedroom, he locked the door and forced himself upon her. During the trial, the accused claimed he and the girl were just acquaintances and denied having ever called her or that she had been in his house. However, phone records showed numerous outgoing calls to the girl.
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The Spanish Industrial Ministry in a campaign on microblogging site Twitter to promote Spain. The campaign is based on clichés for which Spain is known. Hashtag: #PorAlgoSera
Rubbish taxes to increase THE plenary session in Fuengirola green-lighted the plan to charge residents and local businesses nine per cent more for waste management in 2013, the year in which rubbish collection will also be taxed.
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million is the record fine which a court in Truro (Cornwall, England) has handed down to a company from Galicia for illegal fishing. The Marine Management Organisation sued Hijos de Vidal Bandin, their delegation in Britain and the captains of two boats.
THE Abandoned Animal Association (Triple A) in Marbella is calling volunteers to help them during the summer months, which are particularly difficult due to the lack of funding and the rise in animal abandonment.
Second hand RONDA residents have donated 6,000 kilos of second hand clothing to OSAH (Humanitarian and Social Action Organisation) in one month, the best of which has been given to local families in need.
Protests MORE than fifty local police officers and firemen spent several days in front of Marbella Town Hall due to the lack of flexibility and negotiations the government has allowed for recent work hour changes.
and finally... FIREMEN in Zaragoza (Northeastern Spain) discovered the decapitated body of a former soldier in an apartment, following complaints from neighbours about bad smells. Reports say that he is thought to have committed suicide using explosives some two weeks previously.
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Prostitute acquitted by provincial court A PROSTITUTE has been acquitted of disobedience charges by Malaga Provincial Court. An initial court sentence found her guilty of disobeying law enforcement officers when she was seen speaking to possible clients after the police banned her from selling sex on that same day last April. According to the sentence, the Criminal Code states that a person may be fined up to 60 days when he or she “shows disrespect and inconsideration towards the authority or its agents” or “insults, is inconsiderate towards the authority, is repeatedly disobedient or refuses to identify oneself.” According to the Provincial Court, the accused had not committed any crimes given that the officers had circumstantially inferred that she had disobeyed them, and because her behaviour could not be described as disrespectful or insulting. The sentence also clarified the woman had simply not complied with an administrative warning, which is not a major offence punishable by criminal law.
Malaga has higher rate of murder THE number of murders has increased in Malaga city since 2011. A total of 12 murders were recorded within the first six months of 2012, 50 per cent more than last year. This puts Malaga in fourth place for murders in Spain behind the cities of Barcelona (27), Madrid (17) and Valencia (15).
The Malaya corruption case comes to an end THE Malaya corruption case, which has been the longest political and urban planning corruption trial ever to have been held in Spain, has concluded. The Malaya case began in September 2012, and has since required 199 court sessions, which involved 86 politicians, business people and citizens of Marbella. The accused are currently awaiting sentence and were able to make their last defence during the last session. The supposed mastermind of Marbella’s corruption crimes, Juan
Antonio Roca, made his last defence asking the court to reflect upon why he could spend more than 30 years in prison for financial crimes, while the murderer of Mari Luz Cortes, a five-year-old child from Huelva who was killed in 2008, has a 22-year sentence. He also stated his name had been excessively sullied during the trials and showed his regret “for the damage that has been done to Marbella and its citizens.” Some of the accused, including exMayor Julian Muñoz, criticised the media and Judge Torres for their
treatment during the case, while many others wept and pleaded with the court for a fair sentence. Pantoja Case The parallel case against Spanish singer Isabel Pantoja, her expartner Julian Muñoz and his exwife Maite Zaldivar closed its latest session after the court allowed Pantoja and Muñoz’s lawyers to analyse documents related to the Malaya case. The solicitors will have until September 14 to study the information, which had previously been viewed by Zaldivar’s lawyer.
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Safer trim for Boris LONDON Mayor Boris Johnson chopped off his shaggy locks before he carried the Olympic torch. “It’s less likely to catch fire,” said Rupert Adams, spokesman for William Hill, adding that his odds of setting himself on fire changed to 100-1 from 66-1.
Pumped up A CLASSIC doubledecker bus with arms can be seen doing pushups near to where the Czech team will be staying in London during the Olympics. The art piece known as ‘London Booster’ was created by Czech artist David Cerny.
Crushed van RUBBISH-DUMP workers mistook a man’s parked van for rubbish. Ben Forrer parked his van at the Sita yard in Longford, Coventry for just a few minutes while he dropped off a cooker. In the meantime, the mechanical grabber crushed it beyond use.
Giant pearl ARRIVAL: La Cala de Mijas is adopting the ‘Burro taxi’.
‘Burro taxi’ comes to La Cala de Mijas after test run during feria THE ‘burro taxi’ (donkey taxi) is set to arrive in La Cala de Mijas.
After a test run during La Cala de Mijas Feria, the local government
provided positive feedback. Mijas Pueblo’s tourist
David Guetta at Summer Festival INTERNATIONALLY acclaimed DJ David Guetta will perform at the Olympic Stadium this Saturday (August 4) as part of the first Malaga Summer Festival. Electronic music artists Carlos Jean, Alesso, Archip Simmelink and Erick Morillo will also perform during the festival. To attend the festival, one must be older than age 18. It is estimated that around 30,000 people will attend the festival. www.malagasummerfestival.com DJ David Guetta to perform.
attraction that doubles as transport was deemed ‘more than acceptable’ for La Cala de Mijas according to the Public Roads Councillor, Juan Carlos Gonzalez. “We want to provide a quality service,” said Gonzalez, “the guides must strictly follow municipal ordinances.” One requirement will be that each taxi use a nappy which collects the donkeys’ excrement to keep the streets clean.
A PEARL the size of a golf ball may be hidden inside a 145-million-yearold oyster caught by a fisherman in Portsmouth. An MRI was taken of the seven-inch mollusc at the Blue Reef Aquarium in Portsmouth.
Free flight A BOY hopped on a flight from Manchester to Rome without any boarding passes or ID. Eleven-year-old Liam Corcoran said boarding was ‘easier than homework’ since airport staff just ‘smiled when I went through’.
Granny sit-in A GRANDMOTHER, 78, staged a sit-in at her son’s mansion in Bridgewater (Somerset) for 72 hours to prevent repossession by an American bank.
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City residents concerned about street drinking Residents Association of Malaga. She held on to hope, though, saying that she and other residents ‘may be surprised’ during the festivities from next Saturday to August 19. This year, City Hall will heed the residents’ advice to begin cleaning up from Plaza de la Merced to the port, breaking up any ‘botellones’
along the way. Most residents plan to leave town during the feria, said Soria, because ‘they can’t even get into their houses’, due to the large groups of people who congregate in the streets. Despite the city council extending the time that music can be played in the streets to 7pm, an hour later than what the residents fought for years ago, Soria is trusting Culture, Tourism and Sport Councillor Damian Caneda’s promise that “we will return to the original schedule should things not turn out positively.” PLINE
PEOPLE living in the centre of Malaga believe it will be difficult to put an end to the tradition of youths gathering to drink in the streets, the ‘botellon’, during this year’s ‘feria’. “After so many years of allowing everything, it’s difficult to control the situation,” said Maria Jose Soria, President of the Historical Centre
Rubbish collectors to strike FLOATING LUXURY: The 77-metre-long Samar.
Luxury yacht in Malaga Port A €70-million yacht, Samar, belonging to businessman Sheikh Kutayba Youssef Ahmad Alghanim has arrived in Malaga Port. It was built in 2006 and is the second largest private yacht made in the UK, at 77 metres long. It has seven suites and a helipad.
Squatters pay out for locksmith A LOCKSMITH opened two neighbouring homes in Malaga for two families of squatters, reportedly charging them €200. Squatters have moved into unoccupied homes in the area on numerous occasions within the last year, say residents on Calle Daniel Blanxart in Villas del Arenal. On Monday, another two families came into the
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neighbourhood with a locksmith who allegedly charged them €200 to let them into two different residences. “We told the locksmith that those people were not the homeowners, but he ignored us,” said one woman, who expressed her concern at how easy it is to enter the homes. Just eight hours after they moved in, police
arrived and ousted the squatters. Though the eviction was not violent, neighbours claim that they heard one of the squatters say: “We came here as good people, but now you’re going to be sorry.” Fear has led the community to consider hiring a private guard to monitor the area, according to a neighbour.
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MARBELLA’S rubbish collectors have planned to go on strike on August 16 and 18. The decision was made during a recent employee assembly. According to RSU (Solid Urban Residue) company workers, they have decided to protest against the town hall’s decision to make them work 35 hours a week instead of 37.5 as the Government has established for urban cleaning workers. This reduction will make RSU employees give up the 19 days off they are now entitled to. Union members are worried that the measure will also justify employee cuts given that the fewer hours will require fewer workers.
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Search for missing Briton continues
DENTIST VISIT: Lola had two teeth extracted.
Lola’s tooth issue A DENTAL problem is what plagued Lola the chimp from Fuengirola Bioparc. Lola who is over 40, underwent a complete medical check-up with Xanit International Hospital. It was not until veterinarians examined Lola’s mouth that the cause of her symptoms was clear: two teeth in poor condition which were extracted.
GUARDIA CIVIL are searching in caves in the Sierra Almijara area for a 63-year-old British man who went missing on July 21. The teams taking part in the search, which include Guardia Civil, Civil Protection, Andalucia Emergency Response teams, the Mountain Rescue Teams and Malaga Provincial Fire Consortium’s Canine Rescue Unit, are following this method in case he has falling into an area where he cannot be seen from the air. They are also trying to locate the GPS tracking device he was carrying and his mobile phone, but both appear to be
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turned off. The man, named as Gordon Simm, left his hotel in Nerja to go hiking in the Chillar River area and never returned. Rescue teams and volunteers have been searching the area by land and air between Nerja and Frigiliana. The bicycle he is reported to have had with him has not been found. Other people hiking in the area have not reported seeing anyone who appears to be lost on the mountain. The man’s wife told the local press that he is an experienced hiker who knows the area well and went well equipped. She is currently staying in Nerja, where she has
been coming on holiday with her husband for several years, since raising the alarm the day after he disappeared, and is now accompanied by her daughter. A Dutch man who has been working in the area as a guide for more than 11 years, reportedly told Simm not to go on the route he planned, as it is “much more dangerous than it appears on the map.” A year ago, a Dutch tourist disappeared in the same area for 18 days. She was found alive by a group of hikers trapped in a well, from which she was rescued by the Guardia Civil.
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Russian singer backs out RUSSIAN bassbaritone opera singer, Yevgeny Nikitin, decided not to perform at The Beyreuth Festival held in Northern Bavaria due to the controversial uproar caused by the swastika tattoo on his chest, which he covered with other motifs ‘in regret’.
Another leak POPE BENEDICT XVI has taken legal action to stop Frankfurtbased Titanic magazine from publishing pictures of him with yellow and brown stains on his cassock with a headline ‘Another leak is found!’.
Controversial DRESDEN locals were reportedly ‘shocked’ by Hannig, Ahrent & Partners’ 37second advert of a woman who had apparently murdered her husband with a chainsaw, with the slogan ‘This wouldn’t have happened with a divorce lawyer’ above.
False alarm HOURS after a search started for a woman seen being kidnapped in the middle of the street in Borken, she came forward saying they had just been making a short film for friends called ‘the stolen wedding gift’.
Dr Voyeur A GYNAECOLOGIST has been sued by several patients in Dortmund for allegedly taking pictures of their genitals with cameras hidden in his wristwatch and pen while he was examining them.
Confused cull CONSERVATION groups and politicians were reportedly ‘baffled’ when Northern German fishermen and hunters proposed a large-scale cull of seals to prevent the mammals from dying from epidemics.
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SCANDINAVIAN PRESS Stories making headlines in Denmark, Norway and Sweden
Delivery 50 years late SWEDEN - A postcard was delivered to a man in Varberg 50 years late. It was from his sister who sent it to their now deceased father from her summer camp in 1962 when she was 10 years old.
It’s a miracle! NORWAY - A beggar, who gained sympathy for his inability to walk, reportedly took a stroll to buy a new battery for his wheelchair. Police in Haugesund found 10,000 kroner (₏1,350) in his pockets.
‘Reel’ catch DENMARK - Two boys reeled in a human skull while fishing in Lyngby So, outside of Copenhagen.
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BOTTOMS UP: Mayor Esperanza OĂąa (second from left) at the presentation.
International Beer Fest FUENGIROLA last night launched its V International Beer Festival in Castillo Sohail, which will offer visitors brews from all over Europe. The varieties come from Germany, Belgium, Ireland, France,
Great Britain, Spain, Italy and even Australia. The festival received more than 100,000 visits last year, a success which is expected to be repeated in this edition, which has created 50 jobs.
More than 20 different beers can be tried at the festival, which was born inspired by the Bavarian Oktoberfest in Germany. There will also be international food, ciders and traditional Bavarian fayre, which are all at the same prices as the first year the festival was held. Live music and DJs will entertain visitors throughout the such as Ma Baker, festival, and there will Sunny, Daddy Cool and also be entertainers many others had the for children at the event. The festival audience on their feet began yesterday and captivated by the (Wednesday) and will charismatic original lead end on August 15. singer, Liz Mitchell.
Boney M gets the coast up and dancing at the Castle PEOPLE attending from along the coast danced the night away to the songs of Boney M at the Sohail Castle. The audience at the concert last Friday
night, included several people who had won VIP tickets through the Euro Weekly News competition. The concert, which included popular hits
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FOLLOWING the IVA increase announcement, Specsavers Opticas are concerned that the implications for the optical market are being misunderstood. Business Development Manager Jose Angel Moral Tajadura has released the following statement, to clarify the situation: “IVA on prescription products (glasses and contact lenses) will increase on September 1 from 8 to 10 per cent. “There has been confusion amongst customers as some media reports have stated that it will be increased to 21 per cent, which is not the case. “Specsavers Opticas believes in continually providing value for money for our customers, and in this time of austerity we will not pass on any IVA increase to our customers.”
Malaga stages major concerts this weekend SPANISH singer Sergio Dalma will perform at Benalmadena Marina tomorrow (Friday) night at 11pm. He will be performing tracks from his most recent album, Via Dalma James Stanislas and Sala Group
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Spain’s greats will be performing together at Malaga Auditorium. Joan Manuel Serrat and Joaquin Sabina present their ‘Dos Pajaros Contraatacan’ tour which has already travelled part of the world. On Sunday, the opera ‘La Traviata’ will be performed at Malaga bullring at 10pm.
CELEBRATING: Beverley Callard (front right) and Kym Marsh with friends.
Celebrity hen night at La Sala
THIS weekend English actress, singer evening was organised by co-star and Coronation Street star Kym Marsh Beverley Callard. La Sala is owned by celebrated her hen party at La Sala Premiership footballers both current and restaurant in Puerto Banus Marbella. The retired (David Bentley and Stephen Carr). Send us your shots of celebrities spotted on the Costa del Sol to editorial@euroweeklynews.com
Tolox Spa upgraded RENOVATIONS on the 19th century Tolox Spa has raised its status from a one-star hotel to three. The Spa will now be hosting guests six months of the year, instead of the three-and-a-half which were customary, allowing people with respiratory problems of all ages to enjoy the benefits of Tolox Spa for longer.
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Cats on guard in museum THE three million works of art at the Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg have been protected from rodents by 65 cats since 1745 when Empress Elizabeth decreed the felines be cared for in the museum basement.
Sewed up ARTIST Pytor Pavlensky sewed his mouth shut with red string and held a protest sign in front of the Kazan Orthodox Cathedral in St Petersburg to support punk band ‘Pussy Riot’, jailed for songs against President Vladimir Putin.
New record THE world record for the number of people off jumping off a bridge with a non-elastic safety rope was recently made in Tver by 133 people.
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Witness accounts TWO witnesses confirmed the bonfires lit by the Infoca forest fire fighting squad which allegedly caused a forest fire in Pujerra last February, had a security perimeter to prevent the flames from spreading.
Parking dues MIJAS TOWN HALL recently sent letters to the owners of official ‘no parking’ signs, which keep other vehicles from parking in front of their garages, to remind them of the payments they owe.
Fuensocial APPROXIMATELY 100 people protested in Fuengirola against the Junta de Andalucia for their €300,000 debt with the disability association Fuensocial, which is endangering the future of the collective.
Forced shut THE Guardia Civil station in Cartama recently had to be shut due to the deteriorated state the building is in. Alhaurin el Grande will host the force until the new station is built.
Hugh Laurie performed with the Cooper Bottom Band.
Music greats in Starlite Festival
THREE concerts were performed Friday, Sunday and Monday at the Starlite Festival being held at the Naguelles Quarry in Marbella. First up was fiveGrammy winner Christopher Cross from America who sang favourites including ‘Allright’, ‘HeyKid’ and ‘Never be the Same’. Famous faces at his concert included Princess Beatrice d’Orleans, Natalia Sanchez and Jose Manuel Sedono. Sunday, English actor, comedian and singer
Hugh Laurie presented music from his album ‘Let Them Talk’, playing the piano and guitar and accompanied by the Cooper Bottom Band. On Monday, Canadian Paul Anka performed some of his hits including ‘Put Your Head on My Shoulder’, ‘Lonely Boy’, and ‘You’re Having My Baby’. Famous faces attending included Beatrice d’Orleans, Gunilla von Bismarck and Luis Ortiz, Beatrice von Hohenlohe and Carmen Lomana.
After each concert the public was able to enjoy partying under the night sky at Starlite Lounge and sample tapas created by Paco Roncero of El Bulli Catering.
Christopher Cross sang old favourites.
Canadian Paul Anka sang his hit songs.
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Taxi drivers threaten protest TAXI DRIVERS along the Costa del Sol have come together and threatened a protest should the problem of unauthorised drivers not be addressed by Government. Tension has been escalating between legal operators and those who work surreptitiously as taxi drivers. On Monday, Taxi Union President Francisco Soria held a meeting with presidents of taxi-driver associations from different parts of the Costa del Sol to discuss a plan of action to alert consumers and the authorities of their ‘anguish’. “In the last three years revenue has decreased by 40 per cent. There are colleagues that only earn €20 a day and we can’t go on like this,” said Soria. Altercations most commonly occur in places like Malaga’s airport as well as train and bus stations.
Greek cargo ship Arhon remains in legal limbo GREEK cargo ship ‘Arhon’ is still a problem for Malaga Port. The ship was stopped by the port authorities due to its unsafe condition and need of repair after it arrived at Malaga Port in December
of 2010. Given that the owner did not make any efforts to repair the vessel, the crew and the captain waited in Malaga Port for months until they finally returned to Greece, leaving it unmanned. The vessel was
recently moved again to make room for active ships needing mooring space. Given the state it is in, it cannot sail back to Greece; however, it cannot be taken apart for scrap either due to legal issues.
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Bikers rally THIS Saturday is the annual International Harley Davidson & Custom Bike Rally in Casemates Square. More than 1,000 bikers are expected to attend from all over Spain, Portugal, the UK and Poland.
Jellyfish woes A SWARM of jellyfish descended on Catalan Bay on Tuesday. A plague of these creatures has been affecting beaches throughout Southern Spain in recent weeks.
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Costa hoteliers pin hopes on late bookings COSTA DEL SOL hoteliers are hoping for last-minute bookings this month. In August
last year, figures dropped a little, but the sector is concerned that this year will be even
worse. August is traditionally the busiest month of the year but with the financial crisis,
rising taxes and job losses, people leave their bookings until the last minute.
GIBRALTAR was plunged into darkness as a major power failure affected most districts around The Rock. Power was restored within about five hours.
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School grants for families MARBELLA CITY HALL will help underprivileged families with economic difficulties and who have children aged three to six to pay for school supplies by granting them €100.
Park over pass MARBELLA CITY HALL is currently planning a project that will transform the surface of San Pedro de Alcantara’s recently-opened traffic underpass into an urban park to include terraces, sports courts and play areas.
Olive recipes A RECIPE book for Alora olives has been published by the protected designation of origin council for Alora olives, which has named the compilation ‘La aloreña en la tapa’.
Nurses lose their jobs at Virgen de la Victoria MALAGA University Hospital has suppressed 10 head nurse positions to save money. The former head nurses, given they have permanent
positions, will simply return to their previous positions. However, the 10 temporary nurses substituting them are now
unemployed. According to the head of the Nurse Union, Inmaculada Florido, the hospital’s hiring department has been controlled by the Junta de Andalucia since mid-June. Florido also said that professionals who have been working for the hospital for more than five years have lost their jobs, and are now waiting to be hired for ’15 day contracts,’ despite maternity leaves not being covered and night shifts losing nurses in several different services. A hospital spokesperson stated that the measures are simply to ‘restructure’ the nursing department ON THE CATWALK: Designer Carola Toca (centre) with her models. and denied that any night shifts have lost any personnel. Also, the hospital has GÓMEZ & MOLINA Diamonds and precious A seven-year-old girl said to be making efforts presented a fashion show stones were combined with opened the show to reinstate the 10 last Saturday together with art pieces of the exclusive wearing diamond necktemporary nurses who G & M Casual at Starlite fashion designer, Carola laces around her neck have recently been laid Lounge in Marbella’s Toca and accessories of and walking with graceful off. quarry. Carmen Steffens. style and glamour.
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Lorry driver accused of death THE lorry driver that allegedly hit and killed a Belgian cyclist in San Pedro Alcantara has been accused of negligent manslaughter. Police had to wait for forensic results to corroborate their investigation before formally accusing the suspect. Marbella courts will be handling the case. The incident occurred in May this year on the A-7 where, according to witness statements, the lorry sideswiped the 51year-old cyclist, forcing him against a stone median. Emergency response workers were unable to revive the man, who was dead when they arrived. Initially investigators believed it was a hit and run, since the lorry driver did not stop; however, after considering the size of the lorry and various testimonies, police have not ruled out the possibility the driver was unaware the fatal accident had occurred.
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Woman ‘pushed’ from her third-floor flat badly hurt A MAN, 43, was arrested for his possible involvement in his girlfriend’s fall from their third-floor apartment in Marbella. The police suspect the incident may have been the result of gender violence. The woman, 35, told the neighbours who helped her that her partner had pushed her during an argument. She remains in a serious condition in the Intensive Care Unit at Carlos Haya Hospital in Malaga and requires a ventilator. The man had not been reported before by his partner and neighbours had not noticed any strange behaviour.
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Drugs found MORE than a tonne of hashish was found by
154 packages of hashish were found inside the vessel. the Guardia Civil on a yacht named ‘Arabian Moonshine,’ which was headed to the Estepona Port captained by a 75year-old Briton who was arrested.
Illegal rental A MAN has been sentenced to six months in prison for taking a deposit of €2,400 from a woman for the rental of an apartment in
TWO men were arrested when Guardia Civil found 1.5 tons of hashish in the boat they were taking from Almeria to Murcia. The arrests were made after officers detected suspicious activity on a vessel captained by a man from Adra (Almeria), who is close to alleged drug traffickers. The authorities set up watch in the area, and intercepted the vessel at the height of Manga del Mar Menor (Murcia).
Malaga without the knowledge of the owner. The accused, who worked in property management, will also have to pay a fine of €810.
Fair sentence TWO MEN were sentenced to 18 months in prison and €40 fines for offering to sell two plainclothes officers cocaine at the 2010 Malaga feria.
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Three arrested for damage THREE young men, were arrested for causing €1,500 in damages after allegedly burning a rubbish container and breaking several traffic signs in Malaga.
Young thieves TWO men were arrested when they were caught by the police allegedly stealing 41 metal bars worth around €600 from ‘El Viso’ Industrial Estate in Malaga.
Arsonist caught A MAN was arrested for allegedly causing the fire that destroyed seven hectares in La Pantoja, Estepona. Investigators said it was started by a lit cigarette butt being thrown into dry undergrowth.
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Gang arrested in €120m fuel fraud SPANISH fuel oil stolen from the Mattheos I, a tanker intercepted by Somali pirates, was nearly resold to Spain. The Guardia Civil’s crack UCO unit detected the manoeuvre months ago, while investigating two Spain-based gangs engaged in a €120 million fuel fraud. Both used Swiss TMS Group to launder money obtained through bogus invoices and the leaders of both bands - two Spaniards and two Pakistanis respectively - are now on remand. UCO discovered that TMS wanted to acquire a cut-price cargo of oil from an African country. It soon became apparent that the oil came from the Mattheos I, owned by a Madrid-based shipping company. The Mattheos I was hijacked last September by Somali pirates who transferred its 7,500-ton cargo of fuel oil to two unregistered ships, the captain revealed on his release. The Guardia Civil discovered that the two Spaniards under investigation
MATTHEOS I: Targeted by Somali pirates. in the original case acted on behalf of the TMS Group. The deal foundered when the stolen cargo lacked sufficient paperwork to enter Spain, although TMS allegedly intended to forge documentation. The prospective purchaser was unaware of the oil’s origins, the UCO officers established.
The team then travelled to Switzerland, where they interviewed the head of TMS, a Venezuelan, who admitted that the investigation had damaged the structure of the group. Unable to arrest him in Switzerland, he will be detained if he ever sets foot in Spain, UCO explained.
Residents complain about the ‘harmful’ effects of glass plant A HUNDRED Puerto de la Torre residents are fighting against a glass treatment warehouse which they say releases harmful dust from ground glass.
They have presented numerous reports to the relevant authorities but the city council found no fault by the company in question.
Those living in the San Cayetano area of Puerto de la Torre claim to have been especially affected by the plant that handles the grinding and recycling of
‘Contacts’ ban is likely THE ‘Contacts’ columns found in most Spanish newspapers could soon be a thing of the past. Earlier attempts to outlaw classified advertisements for prostitution came to nothing despite the backing of all political groups. Self-regulation within the industry itself has been ‘fruitless’ and ‘manifestly inadequate’, according to a 2010 report by Spain’s Council of
State. The previous government’s plans to eliminate the newspaper advertisements were halted by last November’s early election. The present government now intends an all-party parliamentary sub-committee to agree the terms of a ban. Committee members will also have to decide whether to extend the ban to internet editions of newspapers carrying the columns.
glass. Reports accuse the plant of violating territorial ordinances that prohibit construction where they are. Others claimed that tons of ground glass is left out in the open. “The plant grinds and then leaves tons of glass out in the open posing harmful effects on our families’ health,” said one report. However, the company Molivisa does not even grind glass on the site, said their representative, Maria Dolores Valencia. Molivisa’s licence application for onsite activity is being processed by City Hall, according to Valencia.
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Private investigation company launches crime reporting service in Spain Fraudulent application is duping hundreds of euros from mobile phone clients IN response to growing frustration and complaints, a solution has been launched by a private investigator to handle fraudsters who have been targeting mobile phone users.
EU Investigations, a European private investigation company, reports it has been flooded with customer complaints regarding a mobile phone application which has been siphoning money from
innocent users with services they have not signed up for. The fraud has affected Englishspeaking people, who are more than 12,500,000 in number in Spain, as well as
Spanish nationals and other foreign residents. The victims can only detect the fraud by checking their monthly bill. The fraudulent mobile phone app automatically deducts €1.40 each day, which will amount to €43 per month. Once the application is installed on the mobile phone, the fraudulent cent like to go out for it, app starts to deduct researchers found. Going out for money every day without a beer is the preferred paid-for giving the user any clue to leisure activity of 44 per cent of the fact that this is those asked, compared with 31 happening. per cent who opt for weekend The number, which excursions or 29 per cent who comes up on the mobile dine out with family or friends. phone bill is 795400. Beer is also the most popular Many mobile phone pre-meal aperitif for 94 per cent of service providers have Spaniards. It is usually drunk in been affected by this fraudulent mobile the central hours of the day rather application in Spain. than at night, confirmed Jacobo If you have been Olalla, Director General of affected by the fraudulent Cerveceros de España. mobile phone application, Beer helps people to cool down please visit www.eu in the summer with family and investigations.com to friends while providing ‘a little register as a victim. luxury’, according to Olalla.
Beer is a ‘little luxury’ in hard times CRISIS or no crisis, 60 per cent of Spaniards have no intention of forgoing their beer. Lack of funds has prompted 74 per cent to eliminate concerts and the theatre from their budgets while 63 per cent economise on cinema outings. Nevertheless, 60 per cent still find the wherewithal for a beer, found a recent survey for Spanish brewers’ association, Cerveceros de España. This is most noticeable in the provinces of Badajoz and Caceres (Extremadura) where 77 per cent spare cash for a caña, followed by the Basque Region (76 per cent). In contrast, only 54 per cent in the Canary Islands and 52 per cent in
SALUD!: 60 per cent of Spaniards won’t be giving up their beer. Galicia are reluctant to cut down on beer money.
Although 24 per cent are happy to have a beer at home, 73 per
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Mass grave found from Civil War A MASS grave with remains from the Spanish Civil War has been discovered in Istan. Four Republican men, between the ages of 25 and 54, were executed during the war and may be among the dead according to the local council. A team of archaeologists, a forensic anthropologist, historians, lawyers and a psychologist will exhume the bodies and conduct an investigation which will begin today (Thursday) and conclude on Sunday. “The judicial system should be the ones to decide on the disinterment, as in any democratic nation,” complained the president of the Mass Grave Memorial Federation, Jose Maria Pedreño. However, Women’s and Social Affairs Councillor Ana Maria Merchan stated: “It’s a matter of dignity over political ideas. It doesn’t seem right to me that any human being is in a ditch.”
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Competa cuts off water supply during the night COMPETA Town Hall has begun turning off the water supply at night as a precaution in the face of a possible drought. The aquifers which supply the town are
Summertime blues for some IT will be a long, hot summer for government and politicians who forgo extended holidays to deal with the economic crisis. Mariano Rajoy, President of Spain’s Government, has fixed Cabinet meetings for August 3, 24 and 31, and there could be more, according to informed sources. Ministers must be no further than an hour away by plane from Madrid, they have been told. “There will be time for holidays next year,” Rajoy said earlier this week. Rajoy is due in Mallorca on August 14 for the traditional presidential briefing with King Juan Carlos at the Marivent Palace.
located in the Sierra Almijara and levels have fallen considerably over the past few months, due to the lack of rain. The local authorities are concerned that the dry
spell will last beyond the summer and have decided to put precautionary measures in place. The mayor, Jose Luis Torres, has promised that the measure will only be temporary and told the local Press that most families will not be without water even at night, HOLIDAY because there is enough BAN: stored to allow it to Spain’s PM continue flowing. However, he did admit Mariano that some rural areas are Rajoy. without water during the summer, due to their systems and the fact that more foreign residents are in the town during the hot months. At this time of year, the population of the town almost doubles to around 8,000 people. Malaga Provincial Government only reports that urgent measures, at a cost of almost €200,000, have been taken in Competa, and in Almachar, again, in part because of the increased number of foreign residents in rural areas.
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Creative artists to unite art and nature inland SIX selected artists will work on their crafts while celebrating the 11th ‘Encuentros de Arte Genalguacil’ or Genalguacil Art Encounters. Until August 15, the artists will live among the residents of Genalguacil, a town with a population of 500, some 45 kilometres inland from Estepona, and create original artwork. The main purpose of this project is “the search for creative elements that unite art and nature, to favour the development of a small town like Genalguacil and work with residents to make it into a unique experience of creativity, coexistence and nature,” explained Culture and Sport councillor to the Junta de Andalucia, Luciano Alonso. The works of art will later be on display either in the municipal museum or in the streets and squares of Genalguacil.
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The elusive art of summer chillaxing MORE than half of holidaying Spaniards need a fortnight to wind down completely. Disconnecting is hardest for young professionals aged between 25 and 34, found a recent survey. A total of 46 per cent take between a week and a fortnight to relax and 11 per cent require even longer to shrug off workplace worries.
A further 38 per cent find it impossible to entirely forget about work while on holiday, compared with 36.3 per cent two years ago. More fortunate are the 43 per cent needing only one day to put routine aside and enjoy the summer break. Women find it harder than men to forget about work – 39 per cent as
opposed to 34 per cent – and 63 per cent of both sexes use a mobile to keep up to date with what is going on at work. Residents from the Canary Islands take the longest to relax with 73 per cent requiring up to two weeks. At the other end of the scale, 34 per of Valencianos need just one day to put worries behind them.
Beatriz Peñalver with the presenter, David Olivares, and models.
Local designer fashion parade
LA CARRERA Roman Aqueduct in Almuñecar was the setting chosen by local designer Beatriz Peñalver to present her first fashion creations. More than 500 people attended the fashion parade which was presented by local journalist Daniel Olivares and organised by the local town hall. The 22 dresses were a mixture of classical
lines with modern touches of haut couture, and were very colourful, especially four flamenco dresses which proved very popular with the public. Following the fashion parade, Peñalver thanked her friends and family, the local town hall and the commercial brands who have believed in her work.
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Plans in place to stop Ferrara Beach erosion FERRARA BEACH in Torrox is soon to have two offshore breakwaters to protect it from erosion. According to the mayor of Torrox, Francisco Muñoz, the
Coast and Sea Maintenance Department has plans in place to carry out repairs on Ferrara Beach, which has been continuously losing sand for the past
several decades due to storms. The project involves building two breakwaters, one parallel to the beach and the other perpendicular to the coast. The parallel breakwater will be 150 metres long, and the perpendicular breakwater will be smaller, 120 metres long, and will be located across from the lighthouse. The project to save Torrox’s most famous beach is currently waiting to be studied by a government environmentalist department. MAUSOLEUM: Franco is buried in the Valle de los Caidos in Madrid. The head of the Coast and Sea Department has specified that the work will only affect the sea in front of the beaches, and CHARGING to visit government an annual and introduced on June that the promenade will remain the same as it Franco’s mausoleum in €2 million. 1. Each year the Valle de los Caidos The Valle de los Caidos always has been. The local government (Madrid) will earn the approximately half-a- (Valley of the Fallen) was million people visit the built on Franco’s orders also pointed out that this tomb of Francisco as a monument to those construction will be very Franco, the dictator who who died in the 1936- important for the town and its economy, “due to controlled Spain from 1939 Civil War. 1939 up to his death in It closed for the damage that is done 1975. restoration in 2009, but to the beach year after also affecting After being closed to the current PM Rajoy year, the public for almost gave the order to reopen tourism and the local three years, the the mausoleum in March economy.” Muñoz also proposed mausoleum reopened in and now the government March. expects to earn an extra the works be done in The €5 entrance fee €2 million a year from phases in order to begin without delay. was announced in April the entrance fee.
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Councillor hurt in hit and run A BRITISH drunk-driver was allegedly involved in a collision with Nerja Councillor Encarnacion Moreno and fled the scene afterwards. The 60-year-old was reportedly driving on the wrong side of the road when he hit the Employment and Social Welfare Councillor while she was riding her
motorcycle. The man was seen by two off-duty police officers fleeing the scene. They followed him home to the Balcon de Europa area, where they called the Local Police. When the police arrived, he was breathalysed and found to be drunk. He will be charged for failing to give assistance at the scene.
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NERJA Town Hall has approved a proposal made by the Tourism Development councillor, Bernardo Pozuelo to ask the regional coastal department to write up the renovation project for ‘El Playazo’ Beach.
ALICANTE police arrested a man, aged 51, for violent robbery of €240 and 300 lottery tickets from a lottery sales point. He allegedly stabbed the worker selling the tickets in the thigh repeatedly before fleeing, News from this according to the police week’s other report.
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Fleeing foreigners TWELVE Algerian immigrants kicked down the door of a police van that was transporting them to the Valencia Immigrant Interment Centre. Howevcer, all were caught after they dispersed into the Alicante city centre near to area of the provincial courts.
Debt sit-in A SIT-IN was organised at various centres for autism in Alicante in protest of the regional government’s debts to programmes that work with people who are mentally disabled. “Many of the centres can’t even afford to pay their workers,” said one protester.
LOCAL PRODUCE: Stall selling fruit, vegetables and other products sourced locally.
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By Benny Davis THE coastal resort town of Javea has launched its own organic crop programme. From this week, the council-backed ‘Terra Xabia’ organisation will have its own stall at the weekly market, displaying a variety of locally grown organic products for sale at competitive prices.
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Cultural event ADRA’S fourth edition of the cultural event ‘Noche en vela’, which will be repeated in August, was attended by thousands of people. Those attending visited museums, churches, the town’s towers and watched live performances.
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RINCON DE LA VICTORIA’S shopping mall will be open every day until September 15, including holidays, making it the only mall to open every day from Granada to Torremolinos.
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Axe in hand A MAN, aged 51, who allegedly chased his ex-girlfriend through the street, was arrested by Palma Police. The suspect called them himself to report two people for banging on his door, but police found him in the street with the weapon.
Lights out NEARLY 30,000 homes in Palma went without electricity after a switch burned in the electrical substation located in the Santa Catalina neighbourhood. This was one fifth of the city’s homes.
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Stat of week ALMOST 46,560 families were evicted from their homes in the first four months of the year after failing to pay their mortgages, court figures show.
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City visits get cold shoulder Oh baby! A job for grandads SPAIN’S economic situation is forcing grandparents to sacrifice their own needs and pleasures for their grandchildren. Interests and friends are being relegated as they shoulder more childcare responsibilities and help family finances. “If grandparents can’t help out, a family’s socialeconomic rhythm is badly affected,” said Jose de las Heras Gayo, spokesman for Spain’s third-age association CEOMA. Making the comments on the recent Grandfather’s Day in Spain, De la Heras said he hoped the situation would eventually change, with grandparents called on only when strictly necessary.
Dirty truth of house-proud Brits
UNPOPULAR: Cleaning windows is not liked.
THERE is a dirty truth behind the fact that 75 per cent of Britons are reported as being house-proud. For almost three in 10 households admit their windows hardly ever get cleaned, and 23 per cent rarely attempt to clean their ovens. While research by Mintel, a leading global supplier of consumer, product and media intelligence, reveals that 24 per cent of Britons spend more than two hours every working day on household chores, three in 10 admit that their homes are a mess, Despite the recessionary squeeze on household budgets, business continues to boom for retailers of polishes and specialist cleaning products, with a 16 per cent sales increase in Britain between 2006 and last year.
LUXURY products group LVMH, owners of name brands including Moet Champagne and Louis Vuitton luggage, have reported a 26 per cent rise in sales for the first half of 2012. / SHUTTERSTOCK.COM
(WTO) figures ranking the Top 10 most visited cities by international travellers in 2011 reveal that Spain is left out in the cold. In the just released rankings, the French capital Paris is the most visited city by international travellers followed by London (UK), Antalya (Turkey), New York (US) and Singapore. Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Hong Kong, Dubai (United Arab Emirates), Istanbul But the current situation (Turkey) and Bangkok is so difficult that (Thailand) make up the grandparents and their remaining Top 10. pensions are vital, Madrid, the Spanish particularly amongst the capital, plus Barcelona, middle-classes. Valencia, Granada, Grandparents are Sevilla and other Spanish increasingly roped in for cities are nowhere to be childcare and it is common seen. to see an elderly man Other figures released pushing a pram or a by the WTO reveal that shopping trolley. last year, in total 56.7 This would have been million international unthinkable in my father’s tourists visited Spain, a day, De las Heras said, 7.6 per cent increase on lamenting that the ‘classic the 52.7 million in 2010. role’ of helping out This placed Spain occasionally or being asked fourth in the world league for advice no longer exists. table, behind France, the “Regardless of tastes or world’s favourite tourist needs, parents are sending destination with 79.5 their children without million visitors, followed asking. Today’s society asks by North America (62.3 too much of grandfathers,” million) and China (57.6 he added. million).
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You and the Law in Spain By David Searl
The bank advises it has paid €966.25. Can you tell us how this figure was worked out and will we have to pay the arrears of €456.88? The administrator also says that the community fiscal year runs from February 1 to January 31, and for the current year, Year 6, the fees are €350. If we complete our purchase this August, what proportion of the fees do we pay? Also, if there are any unpaid bills in respect of SUMA or utilities, do they become our responsibility? D S (Torrevieja)
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POORER pensioners pay more in tax - as much as 42 per cent than most households who average 29 per cent of income from direct and indirect taxation, according to annuity and insurance provider MetLife.
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A great alternative way to face Euro-nation woes AS many will know, I have often considered the ‘peripheral’ members of the Eurozone, and suggested means by which their problems might be resolved. Most solutions have revolved around the impoverished southern countries voluntarily quitting the Euro instead of just passively waiting until a final economic collapse forces them out. Now, however, Ambrose EvansPritchard, a leading financial correspondent, has come up with an intriguingly alternative plan. Taking Spain’s predicament as a prime example of a bad situation mainly of the national banks’ own making - rendered even worse by political interference and incompetence, he suggests that the debt-ridden peripheral countries, Spain, Greece, Portugal, and Italy and perhaps Ireland - should form their own bloc. Then, using their joint ECB voting representation (against Germany’s two votes, plus a few from other ‘hard-core’ states) they should compel the European Central Bank (ECB) to comply with the provisions of the Lisbon Treaty which obliges that entity to ‘contribute to the stability of the financial system’, thus forcing a showdown. Of course, pointing as it might to ECB bond purchases, this would run contrary to Germany’s long-
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standing mistrust of anything that smacks of its own taxpayers being obliged to dig even deeper than they already do, to cover the undoubted costs of such a move. It may also prove to be the proverbial last straw, leading to the hard core nations, led by Germany, storming out in protest. But if this were to happen, it might in fact be the best solution, the final cutting away of the wreckage, and leaving the path clear for a once-again prosperous Europe? With the ‘hard core’ removed from the equation, the ‘Club Med’ countries would have the Eurozone to themselves, which would of course lead to the single currency being drastically devalued on international markets. At first sight SPECSAVERS have used the London Olympics this might appear blunder of showing the South Korean rather a truly frightening than North Korean flag at an event for an prospect, but just advertisement, highlighting Games’ officials think about it for should have visited them for an eye test. a moment.
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A devalued Euro would provide these nations with many of the advantages of reverting to their own currencies, but with the provisions of the Lisbon Treaty providing backup from the ECB. Such a realignment would, following a settling-down period with the devalued Euro, allow these countries to recover their competitiveness while honouring their euro-debt contracts. There would be difficult times of course, but for the presently-desperate Eurozone citizens, a glimmer of light in the darkness, leading eventually to the clearing of debts and, should they wish, to making a new start with their own separate currencies. Dearly as I would like to claim credit for these revolutionary ideas, it is Evans-Pritchard who must be awarded top spot on the podium, with a gold medal glinting in the sun. Ideas are wonderful, capable of changing - sometimes quite drastically - the course of individuals and nations, but they need the will to bring them to fruition. Perhaps it’s time the politicians of the peripheral states - those searching so desperately for rescue - considered such proposals. They may, after all, contain the seeds of their salvation.
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www.euroweeklynews.com A COUPLE of weeks ago I wrote an article in the Euro Weekly News on the latest proposals for the UK’s new Statutory Residence Test (SRT). The article covered the basic elements of the test and what has changed since last year. The SRT will be a definitive test of residence depending on the number of days you spend in the UK and your ties with it. The more “connecting factors” you have, the fewer days you can spend in the UK before you become UK resident. You can view the full article on the news page on www.blevinsfranks.com The new test is to provide more certainty for expatriates as to whether or not they are UK tax resident and therefore liable to UK income and capital gains tax. However, ‘certainty’ does not necessarily mean ‘simplicity’, as evidenced by the fact that the latest Treasury document runs to over 120 pages. Expatriates should still take advice to clarify their position. Blevins Franks has in depth knowledge and experience of the tax and residence laws of both the UK and Spain and how they interact. This week I take a closer look at some of the detail which could affect your residence status. “Only home” Anyone whose “only home” is in the UK will always be considered UK tax resident, regardless of day counting. This rule remains in place even
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though respondents to last year’s consultation document argued this very low bar would make many people automatically resident, and that the subjective term “only home” could cause uncertainty. The government said it was too difficult to provide a precise definition, but it is confident that most people will know where their home is. It did however provide some guidelines. A UK property will not meet the “only home” condition if it is a holiday home, or if you also have a home overseas, or if it is available for 91 days or less a year. Ownership is not a determining factor. Connecting factors – family and accommodation Many respondents argued that having family (spouse, minor children) and accommodation as separate connecting factors equated to double counting and
penalises families. The government however kept them as two factors, making it easier for anyone with UK resident family to be caught out, arguing that having a home and family makes for a stronger connection than just having available accommodation. However, this rule was relaxed slightly - whether or not your family has available accommodation is now irrelevant; only accommodation used by yourself is taken into account if it is available to you for a continuous period of 91 days in a tax year and you spend at least one night in it during the tax year. A day in the UK Day counting refers to the number of midnights you spend in the UK during a UK tax year. To avoid manipulation, the government is considering a supplementary rule to apply to anyone who spends a large number of days in the UK but always leaves before midnight. Transitional rule A transitional rule will be introduced whereby you can apply the new rules to determine residency in any of the three years prior to the date the SRT comes into effect.
However you can only do this if you need to know what your residence status was then, to determine your residence in future years. Otherwise the existing guidelines continue to apply up to 5th April 2013. Exceptional circumstances The government will allow days in the UK to be disregarded under exceptional circumstances. This is where you are in the UK for reasons beyond your control, such as national or local emergencies or sudden or life-threatening illness or injury. It does not mention what happens if your spouse suffers an illness, nor does it include cases where you choose to undertake medical treatment or look after a sick relative in the UK. Split Years Under UK tax rules an individual is either resident or not resident the whole tax year. There is however an Extra Statutory Concession which can permit split year treatment for certain types of income and capital gains. The government now intends to place this on a statutory footing and lists situations where a tax year can be split. You can spend 16 days back in the UK in the tax year of
departure without losing split year treatment, but you must have no home in the UK to achieve this. The proposed new rules are a major advance in providing certainty for British expatriates. Nonetheless they are still complex and confusing to the non tax specialist, and some of the finer detail could trip you up and prove costly. You need to take your local residence rules into account, and a tax treaty can affect your position. Blevins Franks is highly experienced in both residence and domicile matters and can guide you through the rules and help plan the best way forward for you. The tax rates, scope and reliefs may change. Any statements concerning taxation are based upon our understanding of current taxation laws and practices which are subject to change. Tax information has been summarised; an individual must take personalised advice.
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THE mega-rich, including some from Spain, are hiding billions of euros in offshore bank accounts, which are protected by savvy banking professionals. A new economic study reveals that an elite group of billionaires is using loopholes to hide border capital amounting to €15 billion, which is equivalent to the combined GDP of the US and Japan. Compiled from data from various sources including the International Monetary Fund, the study suggests the equity capital that has left the borders of many developing nations could pay off what they owe to the world due to the present crisis. The G20 vowed in 2008 that action would be taken against tax havens but many countries still do not provide that information. A prominent workers’ rights group in the UK is pushing in favour of taking action against these tax loopholes used by multinational corporations and millionaires.
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Like dynamite, money chats need handling with care WHILE making dinner, a wife comments to her husband that she must put money aside to buy a new food processor. “This one is on the blink,” she says. A look “Yeah, at finance like that’s for females ever going to happen,” Jane Plunkett her husband jane.plunkett@euroweeklynews. replies. “Not com the way money burns a hole in your pocket.” Are your conversations about money with your other half a little like driveby-shootings; passing jabs thrown around out of the blue in order to get a money-point across? These hit and run comments do
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Oh Lord! A raunchy sign of the times A SMALL hotel in England’s Lake District has replaced Bibles in its rooms with copies of 50 Shades of Grey, which has shot to popularity, for its raunchiness. The hotelier, while identifying the move as a gimmick, feels placing Bibles in rooms in this day and age is not correct.
LOUD AND CLEAR: Discuss money matters on a regular basis. nothing good for a couple’s financial health and only serve to increase tensions, bad feelings and arguments. Many couples will do everything in their power to avoid talking about money, or tip-toe around it. Ask yourself: When was the last time you had a serious conversation about finance with your partner? Most times when financial issues arise both parties get defensive, bored and agitated and try to bring the discussions to an end quickly. This, however, according to psychologists is very unhealthy. Like a
stick of dynamite money conversations need to be handled with care. Throwing them around only increases the chances of an explosion and someone getting hurt. Experts give the following simple steps to avoid such an explosion: (1) Agree a time and place to meet specifically to talk about money matters. Clear your diary and make an effort to listen to your other half. (2) Sit as close together as possible and make sure there are no distractions including a mobile phone (switch it off) or television. (3) Listen without interruption. One person speaks for two or three minutes and the other person only listens - no interruptions allowed. (4) Do not daydream through your partner’s speech. After they have finished, it’s your turn to sum up without analysing, interpreting or arguing. (5) Switch roles and repeat as necessary. Use this format for personal finance chats whenever issues arise. Make it a monthly date! It may help keep your marriage and financial situation in tact.
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Fuelled up THANKS to the strength of Sterling against the Euro, Britons driving abroad are saving 4.2p (5.5c) a litre on petrol and 21p (27c) on diesel compared to costs at home, a survey by the AA showed.
MI5 at a cost! FORMER MI5 office, Clarges Estate, in London’s West End, is to be bought by British Land for £129.6 million (€165.94m) and turned into an impressive office and residential complex.
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Euro remaining under pressure NOT a week or a day goes by without an avalanche of news and data confirming that the Eurozone is sinking deeper into trouble. Whilst all eyes have temporarily been taken away from Greece, Spain has now become the centre of all attentions for all the wrong reasons. Despite bailouts from the EU aimed at supporting the Spanish banking system as well as numerous announcements from the Spanish Government of upcoming austerity measures to reduce the debt, investors remained seriously concerned about the country’s possible need for a full sovereign rescue package. This comes as the cost of borrowing has rocketed to a record 7.5 per cent whilst a number of Spanish regions (Murcia and Valencia) have been asking for help from Madrid. Spain’s financial woes have been spreading renewed unease throughout the Eurozone with the most significant effect being the widespread steady decline of the
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Euro across the board. We are now reaching levels against Sterling which we had not achieved for more than four years. The single currency is not faring any better against the US dollar, losing more than 8 per cent in the last 90 days. Whilst the Euro’s widespread weakness will in itself support exports outside the Eurozone by improving competitively, one cannot ignore the deep-rooted issues which have led to such a
decline and which could alarmingly point towards a widespread depression in Europe. The Euro/GBP levels are already putting pressure on the UK’s export sector, damaging growth efforts and dampening the effects of austerity measures. The latest most significant sign that Britain is also suffering despite being outside of the Eurozone is the publication of the second quarter GDP figures which came out at -0.7 per cent whilst forecasters
were expecting a 0.3 per cent drop. High volatility has been hitting the British stock market, affecting investors’ portfolios and savings, whilst Spain decided to temporarily ban the short selling of shares to avoid heightened speculation adding unnecessary pressure on the markets. Meanwhile, Germany is under threat of losing its AAA rating due to the very high uncertainty surrounding the Eurozone and its most fragile members.
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Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan; it is so spiritual and like stepping back in time. Strangest achievements? Hitching a ride with the circus as a teenager and nearly becoming a clown. Eating fried flies in Thailand. Taking part in a police stakeout of a crazed gunman in Ohio. Proudest achievement? Writing and publishing my book Dancing in the Fountain: How to Enjoy Living Abroad. Best way to enjoy living abroad? Mentally unpack your bags. Embrace the way things are done in the new country of residence.
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Beach ashtrays a great idea even for non-smokers I THINK that the provision of ashtrays on Javea’s beaches is a great idea (Costa Blanca North, Issue 1311). People who smoke are going to do it whether they have these ashtrays or not, so this is the lesser of two evils in my mind; at least the beaches will stay cleaner. I hate it when I see cigarette butts in the sand. On some beaches there seems to be hundreds scattered all over the place. Some smokers do not see digging their cigarette butts into the sand as littering, but it is, and it is disgusting. I know beach cleaners are employed to pick them up, but with hundreds of people on the beaches during the day, this is not always possible. Alison Dawson, Javea (Alicante)
Woe from Wiggins WHILE Bradley Wiggins should be congratulated on being the first Brit to win the Tour de France, what a shame he let himself down so badly while speaking on the dais with the Arc de Triomphe in the background. Surely someone from his team should have explained that jokey remarks about the raffle or not drinking too much might go down well in his home town but not in front of the multi-national audience both there and in their homes watching TV. Better would have been, ‘I owe this victory to my mum for helping me, etc.’ Let us hope this young man will be able to repeat his victory and get it right next time. While on the subject, did anyone enjoy that horrendous version of ‘God Save The Queen’ or was it some kind of revenge by the French for not having won their own race in donkey’s years?
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Identify priorities SO, Almeria has lost out on an estimated €2.7 million by not having the Extreme Sailing Series Circuit (Issue 1411). The excuse apparently is that there is a ‘lack of councillors’. I thought that there were too many councillors getting paid high salaries. Whatever the case, surely something that can bring in that much money should have been a priority. Also, an event of that level helps raise the profile of the city. Sophie Rainer, Almeria
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READING about the new train that connects Murcia and Zaragoza (Costa Blanca South, Issue 1412) brought back memories of a wonderful trip to see the waterfalls in the Monasterio de Piedra Nature Park in Zaragoza. There are fabulous walking trails and bridges that take you through the lush, garden-like environment of waterfalls, lagoons, grottos, tiny ferns, mosses and rivulets. The sound of the water and singing birds is blissful. FALLING WATER: Trinidad waterfall in Zaragoza.
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Strange decision! I THOUGHT it strange that Telefonica had renewed the Spanish King’s sonin-law Iñaki Urdangarin’s contract to work for them in the US on a salary of €1.5 million (Issue 1411). What will they do if he is convicted and has to serve a prison sentence? If they decide to sack him he will get €4.5 million compensation. This does not seem to make good business sense to me; I must be missing something. Anyone care to enlighten me? J Wells, Nerja (Malaga)
Proof in pictures I WAS very surprised to read that fewer British tourists are taking cameras and camcorders on holiday with them (Finance, Issue 1411).
Also, digital camera sales have fallen by 29 per cent since 2006. Instead people are using the cameras on their smartphone. While the cameras on smart phones have got better over the years, they do not offer the quality photos that good cameras do. However, they do offer the convenience of being small and nearly always with you. Jack Fletcher, Mallorca
Alive and biting THE other night I was bitten by a centipede while asleep. Luckily it was only a young one, about four inches long, so no ill effects other than a panic attack. I drowned the centipede in the toilet, took some antihistamine, put on an ice pack and waited for my leg to drop off. Then I remembered that if you have to go to hospital you should take whatever has stung or bit you along. So I fished out a waterlogged centipede and put it in a jar with a lid on it. The next morning the centipede was very much alive, having dried out. The only dead centipede is one that is in several pieces, so keep an eye out in swimming pools, etc, they are not dead, only dormant. Carol, by email
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Delayed dismay I WAS disappointed to read that the renovation of the ‘Caminito del Rey’ (Walkway of Death) in Alora have been delayed (Costa del Sol, Issue 1412). I was looking forward to returning to the gorge and walking the route once it was safe. Maybe there are other projects that require the money in these difficult economic times. However, this walk was popular with tourists in the past and could have served to boost tourism in the area for many years to come. Jasmine Forrest, Estepona
Gobbledygook IN regards to Mike Walsh’s article about using Google translate (Issue 1411). It might give the general gist of what you want to say, but a lot of the time it comes back as ‘gobbledygook’; at least when translating English into Spanish and vice versa. At times it can turn out meaning something totally different to what you meant to say, or can be embarrassingly funny. I have seen this many a time when friends have asked me to check a letter they want to send. Apart from this, I recommend anyone to make the effort to learn Spanish as without it you lose 50 per cent of the wonderful experience of living here. Mike Sissons, Estepona (Malaga)
€20,000 find THE cleaner who found €20,000 in a bag in Ciudad Quesada and returned it to its owner should be commended (Costa Blanca South, Issue 1411). I wonder how many people would have done the same? That amount of money would have probably helped her out a lot, especially considering she is separated with three children. TJ, Torrevieja (Alicante)
Excellent show IT was great to see the horse show on Vera Beach put on by the Hipico Vera riding stables (Almeria, Issue 1411). This was despite the fact that women and children were not allowed to joust at the Moors and Christians Festival this year. All the acts were entertaining and the acrobatics’ performance was amazing. Let us hope that next year jousting will again be allowed. JC, Vera (Almeria)
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Could London 2012 Games result in embarrassment? R
LEAPY LEE SAYS IT OTHERS THINK IT ON YOUR MARKS: British athletes need more encouragement. of the greatest scribes of all time; the chosen objective. Gorr! I’ve As I write, we are well immortal bard who wrote dated two athletes in my into the second Olympic so wisely: ‘Methinks thou life. The first was day and have finally won dost protest too much.’ somewhat of a surprise, our first medal. Already I love athletics. when her Olympic diver’s there are long faces, where Particularly seeing the statuesque body turned out expected medals didn’t female participants. To me to be mostly muscle! The materialize. A couple of there’s nothing more sexy second was a sprinter who months ago I predicted than a finely tuned, fit unfortunately ultimately that most of our athletes female, straining every decided she preferred the were nowhere near world fibre to be the first in her ladies. C’est la vie. class. As the host nation,
this is not only unacceptable, but could also turn out to be extremely embarrassing. I accept that the opening ceremony was nothing short of magnificent, but the most important part of the Olympics are the contestants themselves. Nowhere near enough encouragement, facilities or investment are directed toward those who are somewhat less fortunate than the equestrian, sailing, tennis and other disciplines that only the more privileged of society can financially aspire to. Let’s hope by the time you read this the medal situation will have improved; sadly, I doubt it. Don’t forget to listen out for the new rap version of Little Arrows - I know, I know. Is nothing sacred?! Keep the faith Love Leapy leapylee2002@gmail.com
ELEVEN days after being thrown on to a Florida highway when his cage accidentally opened, a Labrador mix was found alive. The dog was travelling in the back of an animal control pickup on his way back from an Adopta-thon.
Lame excuse “MY dog ate my ticket,” said US Olympic shooter Kim Rhode when she explained her difficulties in getting to London 2012 on time.
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EMARKABLY, although it was almost a month ago, I still find myself under attack from German colleagues for remarks I made in this column. Oddly, none of my German friends (yes, I do have quite a number!) have taken umbrage at all. Probably because they know me better and realise that my observations are more ‘wind up’ than ‘put down’. Many of them find Monty Python’s ‘Don’t mention za vaar’ sketch hysterical. So, fear not, I can assure you the German sense of humour is still in good health, hovering just below the surface of bristling indignation. For a final word on the subject I will refer all those scribing dissenters to one
Lucky dog escape
Croc hunting CROCODILE hunting may be allowed in Australia again if officials agree to lift a ban established in 1971. Before then, Australia’s Northern Territory had only 5,000 crocs, but today the population is between 100,000 and 150,000.
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HAME on you! You’ve forgotten again! You should have remembered. It should be as familiar as your children’s birth dates or your wedding anniversary. You live here, breathe this air, dust yourself off below this Iberian sun. Why not remember one of its children snatched away in the night and taken to a lonely farmhouse in the hills overlooking his beloved Granada and then executed? He was one who made his own nation respect the vulgar village songs ( cante hondo ). For generations, he created favourite packaged sayings containing enough wisdom entwined within to educate a youth until he could perform his first catechism and chant a litany of ‘Hail Marys’ to ward off the coming world evils. For example, he admonished the tourists, saying: “Give the beggars a small monetary treat for there is nothing worse than being blind in Granada.” These present times are so constantly sad and unforgiving. Oh, how we need poets now! Even bad ones. Poets bestow honour and magnificence to a confusing world that needs something to garland or dignify it. If you haven’t read Federico Garcia Lorca in his native tongue, do so. He is so universal you can read his poems with but a touch of scholarship and obtain an acceptable meaning and total understanding. And, as your knowledge grows so too will your respect for the new flavours and scents that emerge from each further reading of the same ballad. The date was August 18, 1936. Federico Garcia Lorca didn’t pray that night. At least the guards told that story and history has recorded it as such. He knew his fate had run out. In his lifetime, he had become a star that shone too brightly and had to be extinguished. Politically, he was of the people too much, dressed silly, and presented ostentatious, illmannered gestures and an overly comfortable well-being. Memories and recollections he had. His life became a summary of Spain’s 20th century. He mingled with poets Rafael Alberti and the
Ric Polansky Ric Polansky moved to Mojacar in 1969 and became one of the pioneer developers. He reads extensively and travelled in South America panning gold and looking for El Dorado.
THE ‘ESSENCE OF SPAIN’: Federico Garcia Lorca.
MEMORIAL: Plaque near the execution site. brothers Machado, painters Pablo Picasso and Dali, the cinema director Luis Buñuel, philosophers Miguel de Unamuno and musician Manuel de Falla. Yet to the new powers in control of Spain at the start of the revolution, Federico flaunted his uniqueness too much. Chilean Nobel laureate and poet Pablo Neruda wrote just one year after Federico’s death: “One could not have found in anyone or in anything, to the degree it existed in this man who was chosen, the
essence of Spain, its vitality and its profundity.” Historical mythology paints the story with a tint of Guardia Civil green but most likely it was the political Falange that carried out the assassination order. Lorca had penned that little ditty. ‘Those of the patent leather hats and patent leather souls’ have tainted history’s recording. During Spain’s civil war, more than 2,000 adversaries were executed in Granada alone. Spain’s ruling political party (PP) will not allow any memorial plaques to be put up on mass grave-sites recently unearthed near the town. Yet, they appropriated a further €27,000 to continue searching for Federico’s lost grave. Federico prophesied his death in his book Poems from New York in which he stated: “Then I realised I had been murdered. They looked for me in cafés, cemeteries and churches… but they did not find me. They never found me? No. They never found me.” Yet, possibly it was the Moors themselves that pre-told of this tragic event. Not far from where Lorca was executed, they had erected back in the 11th century an Arab reservoir aptly called ‘Ainadamar’, the fountain of tears. I hope you will remember something of that tragic date August 18; at least, the poet’s name.
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4.00pm midnight 5:00pm Olympics 2012 7:00pm BBC News at Six The latest national and international news stories from the BBC News team, followed by weather. 7:30pm BBC London News The latest news, sport and weather from London. 8:00pm Olympics 2012 11:00pm BBC News at Ten The latest national and international news, with reports from BBC correspondents worldwide. 11:30pm BBC London News The latest news, sport and weather from London. 11:40pm Olympics Tonight Gabby Logan looks back on the day's events, in the company of star guests from the world of sport.
1:00am BBC News The latest national and international news from the BBC. 1:10am Olympic Sportsday 1:55am Holiday Weatherview Detailed weather forecast. 2:00am BBC News
BBC3 6:00am British Olympic Dreams 6:30am Total Wipeout 7:30am The Real Hustle 8:00am Don't Tell the Bride 9:00am Total Wipeout 10:00am Olympics 2012 3:00pm Olympics 2012 8:00pm Olympics 2012 12:00am EastEnders 12:30am Sun, Sex and Suspicious Parents 1:30am Family Guy 1:55am Family Guy 2:15am American Dad! 2:35am American Dad! 3:00am Dead Boss
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4:10am Pages from Ceefax 7:00am Postman Pat 7:15am Chuggington 7:20am Timmy Time 7:30am The Adventures of Abney and Teal 7:40am Octonauts 7:50am Rastamouse 8:05am Deadly 60 8:30am Horrible Histories 9:00am The Scooby-Doo Show Cartoon capers with Scooby Doo and the gang. 9:25am Tree Fu Tom Animated fantasy adventure show. 9:45am Justin's House 10:15am Heir Hunters 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Cowboy Trap 12:45pm Cash in the Attic 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm Olympics 2012 2:45pm Escape to the Country 3:15pm Flog It!
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5:40am ITV Nightscreen Text-based information service. 6:30am ITV Morning News The latest national and international news. 7:00am Daybreak 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning Presented by Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford. 12:25pm ITV News The latest headlines from around the world. Followed by a local weather forecast. 12:30pm This Morning Presented by Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford. 1:30pm 60 Minute Makeover Today Ann Hazell leads the team to Luton, where Mary and Will’s home is a DIY disaster area. 2:30pm ITV News and Weather The latest headlines from around the world. 3:00pm Murder, She Wrote
5:30am Countdown 6:15am Deal or No Deal 7:10am The Hoobs 7:35am The Hoobs 8:00am Freshly Squeezed 8:30am According to Jim 8:55am Will and Grace 9:20am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:50am Frasier 10:25am Come Dine with Me 1:00pm Channel 4 News 1:05pm A Place in the Sun 2:05pm Jamie’s 30 Minute Meals 2:35pm Channel 4 Racing
11:40pm Olympics Tonight
12:30am Lionel Richie: Dancing on the Ceiling 1:30am Engineering Giants 2:30am Panorama 3:00am Alex Polizzi: The Fixer Alex Polizzi sets out to wage a one woman campaign to save Britain’s family businesses. 4:00am Natural World Wildlife and nature series. 5:00am Pages from Ceefax News and information from the BBC's Teletext service.
8:00pm BBC World News London Live 8:30pm Great British Railway Journeys Michael Portillo takes to the tracks with a copy of George Bradshaw's Victorian Railway Guidebook. 9:00pm BBC Proms 11:00pm The Story of Musicals 12:00am Les Mis at 25: Matt Lucas Dreams the Dream 1:00am Nature’s Microworlds 1:30am Julia Bradbury’s Icelandic Walk 2:30am The Story of Musicals 3:30am Les Mis at 25: Matt Lucas Dreams the Dream
5:45am Michaela’s Wild Challenge 6:10am Wildlife SOS 7:00am Thomas and Friends 7:10am The Wotwots! 7:20am City of Friends 7:30am Jelly Jamm 7:45am Peppa Pig 7:50am Castle Farm 7:55am Little Princess 8:05am Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom 8:20am The Mr Men Show 8:35am Thomas and Friends 8:45am Make Way for Noddy 9:00am Fifi and the Flowertots 9:15am Peppa Pig 9:25am Peppa Pig 9:30am Roary the Racing Car 9:40am Bananas in Pyjamas 10:00am Igam Ogam 10:15am The Wright Stuff 12:10pm Cowboy Traders 1:10pm 5 News Lunchtime 1:15pm Big Brother 2:45pm Neighbours 3:15pm The Mentalist
David Hyde Pierce & Kelsey Grammer
4:00pm Ultimate Sports Day The search continues. 4:30pm Copycats 5:00pm The Sarah Jane Adventures 5:30pm Roy 6:00pm Newsround Topical news magazine for children. 6:05pm Shaun the Sheep 6:15pm Antiques Road Trip 7:00pm Olympics 2012 Sue Barker and Jake Humphrey present more action from around the Games on day six of competition. 8:00pm Helicopter Rescue Series profiling the work of Wales' RAF Search and Rescue crews. 8:30pm EastEnders 9:00pm Hairy Dieters: How to Love Food and Lose Weight 10:00pm Amish: A Secret Life 11:00pm Olympics 2012 11:40pm Newsnight In-depth investigation and analysis of the stories behind the day’s headlines with Emily Maitlis.
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4:00pm Dickinson’s Real Deal 5:00pm Midsomer Murders Conclusion. 6:00pm Dinner Date 7:00pm London Tonight 7:30pm ITV News and Weather The latest headlines from around the world. Followed by a national weather forecast. 8:00pm Emmerdale Amy gets a shock when she visits her mum in hospital. 8:30pm Tonight You might think that the more you earn the better off you will be. 9:00pm Emmerdale Amy is worried to learn her mum has nowhere to go. 9:30pm Coronation Street Tyrone faces Kirsty’s wrath when his deal with Tommy is exposed. 10:00pm The Briefs First of a two-part documentary which looks at the cut-throat world of criminal law. 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather The latest headlines from around the world. 11:35pm The Talent Show Story
12:35am Poms in Paradise 1:05am Jackpot247 Join the presenters live and play roulette on your telly. 4:00am Tonight You might think that the more you earn the better off you will be. 4:25am ITV Nightscreen Text-based information service. 5:35am The Jeremy Kyle Show
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5:00pm Deal or No Deal 6:00pm Four in a Bed 6:30pm Come Dine with Me Karen Wood can’t wait to get her guests partying in her hot tub. 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks Amy and Ally’s relationship reaches crisis point, but is this really the end? 8:00pm Channel 4 News Includes sport and weather. 8:55pm 4thought.tv As London hosts the 2012 Olympic Games, 4thought.tv asks: What role does faith play in sport? 9:00pm The Churchills 10:00pm Embarrassing Bodies 11:00pm 24 Hours in A and E
12:05am Undercover at the News of the World 1:05am Random Acts 1:10am Undercover Boss
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4:15pm Trust 6:00pm 5 News at 5 6:30pm Neighbours 7:00pm Monkey Life Series about Dorset’s Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre. 7:30pm 5 News National and international news. 8:00pm Cricket on 5 9:00pm Harold Shipman 10:00pm The Hotel Inspector Documentary series with hotelier Alex Polizzi. Alex visits Eastbourne and the Mansion Lions Hotel. 11:00pm Big Brother Catch up on the latest events inside the Big Brother house.
12:00am Big Brother’s Bit on the Side 1:00am Super Casino 5:00am Great Scientists 5:25am House Doctor 5:45am Michaela’s Wild Challenge
Satellite channels SKY1 5:35am Airline 6:05am Sell Me the Answer 7:00am Don't Forget the Lyrics 8:00am Brainiac: Science Abuse 9:00am The Glee Project 10:00am Got to Dance 12:00pm Glee 1:00pm Futurama 1:30pm Futurama 2:00pm Got to Dance 4:00pm Modern Family 4:30pm The Middle 5:00pm Modern Family 5:30pm The Middle 6:00pm The Simpsons 7:00pm Glee 8:00pm The Simpsons 9:00pm Sinbad 10:00pm Mount Pleasant 11:00pm Road Wars 12:00am An Idiot Abroad 1:00am UK Border Force 2:00am Road Wars 2:55am The Diana Years 3:45am The Chicago Code 4:35am It's Me or the Dog 5:35am Airline
SKY MOVIES COMEDY 6:00am Dunston Checks In 7:30am Down to Earth 9:00am Sex and the City 2 11:30am House Arrest 1:30pm Down to Earth 3:00pm Arthur 5:00pm Beavis and Butt-head Do America 6:30pm Sex and the City 2 9:00pm Arthur 11:00pm Jackass: The Movie
12:35am Beavis and Butt-head Do America 2:05am White Men Can't Jump 4:05am Jackass: The Movie 5:40am House Arrest
6:00pm Superman 8:30pm Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 11:00pm Faster
SKY MOVIES DRAMA 4:35am Young Winston 7:00am Cleopatra 11:00am The Count of Monte Cristo 1:15pm Friends with Benefits 3:05pm Listen to Your Heart 4:50pm Dear Frankie 6:40pm Boy 7:00pm Burlesque 9:00pm How Do You Know 11:00pm Friends with Benefits 12:55am I Am You 2:50am Cyrus 4:25am The Butcher's Wife
12:40am The 13th Warrior 2:25am Fortress 4:05am Invasion U.S.A.
TCM 6:00am Pete Kelly’s Blues 7:40am Gunsmoke 8:40am The High Chaparral 9:40am Buffalo Bill 11:20am The Grapes of Wrath 1:45pm 6:30pm SMC
Sex and the City 2 Sarah Jessica Parker
SKY MOVIES ACTION
Gunsmoke 2:50pm The High Chaparral
4:35am Avenging Force 6:30am X-Men: First Class Special 7:00am Superman 9:30am I Am Number Four 11:25am Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World 1:45pm Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1
4:00pm Western Union 5:50pm Spencer’s Mountain 8:05pm Advance to the Rear 10:00pm Navy Seals
4:15pm Faster
12:05am Deadwood 1:05am Revenge 3:50am Teleshopping
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La Cala Lions on parade LA CALA LIONS participated in the annual La Cala Parade. Club members, family and friends enthusiastically promoted an Olympic theme by displaying a large Olympic flag as well as several mock Olympic flames, much to the appreciation of the spectators. Those holding aloft the club’s banner were followed by a contingent of boys and girls from the La Cala Fencing Club, who proudly exhibited their skills every few hundred metres along the route. The Lions’ section of the parade also included four magnificent classic cars owned and driven by members of the Sol Classic Car Club of Andalucia. The parade concluded with the presentation of a cheque for €1,000 by Lions President Bryan Coventry
OLD MEETS NEW: Leapy with Will Scott.
Let ‘Little Arrows’ fly
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Cabaret time! THEATRE group The Occasional Production Society (TOPS) is holding a relaxed, social evening at Venta La Recta tomorrow (Friday) starting at 8.30pm. It will include a short cabaret show followed by a disco with music to dance to. They are using the outdoor covered terrace area to take advantage of the fresh air and cooling breeze. Food is available for those who want it; either the menu del noche or tapas. Entry to the show is €3. To reserve tickets call 952 112 057 then collect them on the night at the door of Venta La Recta, which is on the Alhaurin Grande–Torre road.
student Will Scott to update his 1960s’ hit ‘Little Arrows’. Will heard Leapy sing the song at his school, the Balears International College, and, as a singer in the school band, he had the idea of recording a rap version. This led to an unlikely collaboration between the two singers who have a 56-year age gap. The duo is now in the process of recording a new version of the track called ‘Little Arrows 2012’, which will be released as a CD and available for download. They will then perform the song at various venues on the island and elsewhere. ‘Little Arrows’ reached number two in the UK charts in 1968 and number 16 in the American Billboard chart. Laura Penn from Spectrum FM, the largest network of English radio stations in Spain, says that the track has every chance of being a hit all over again. “It is an incredibly catchy song and with a new 2012 twist it could be a winner with young and old alike.” she says.
GIANT CHEQUE: The Lions presented €1,000 to La Cala Fencing Club. to the La Cala Fencing Club’s Luis Hernanz, whose youth development programme receives ongoing financial support from the La Cala
Lions. The organisation has donated in excess of €500,000 to countless worthy causes since its inception in 1998.
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‘Let’s circle back and have a quick meeting to touch base’ NICK BUCKLES, CEO of G4S, (Twitter text-speak for ‘guffaws’) recently gave evidence before the UK Home Affairs Committee. In an attempt to explain the fiasco of his company’s security staff shortages for the London Olympics, he used endless jargon. Words like ‘reporting template’, ‘filters in place’, ‘backended processes’. Stop! As you might expect, G4S’s website is also full of jargon. The company’s vision is to be ‘recognised as the global leader in providing secure outsourcing solutions, to help customers to achieve their own strategic goals’. It has an NORA JOHNSON ‘unrivalled geographic footprint’ and works ‘to Nora, who has lived on the Costa del Sol for a number of years, is the author of psychological build solutions that suspense and crime thrillers. combine our knowledge of in-store security processes’. Enough! Which reminds me of all the hanging fruit’, ‘opening the other gobbledygook business- kimono’, ‘blue sky thinking’. Not to speak. Phrases like: ‘thinking mention when you’re called to an outside the box’, ‘picking the low- on-site meeting, you need to go
Breaking Views
BUSINESS JARGON: Thinking outside the box! in ‘guns blazing’ and establish some ‘key takeaways’ before someone can start ‘raising all the red flags’. Good grief! It’s obvious people don’t use anymore what’s called plain English because they’re advised to use ‘consultant speak’. So,
today everyone calls himself an ‘Executive Assistant’, ‘Business Development Manager’ or ‘Project Officer’ who’s ‘ensuring compliance’. Very few people, when asked what work they do, say: “I make phone calls and type stuff.” People don’t (despite what
they say) always appreciate blunt clarity. If G4S had instead said: “We pay guys to stand around and make people feel safer,” they’d have been accused of being unprofessional and not taking it seriously. No one wants to make his job sound less difficult than it already is. I read the other day about a member of staff at a UK gym whose title was ‘Specialist Membership Consultant’. Her role included jotting down members’ details and using the cash register. Always called a spade a shovel, myself. Well, off now to have lunch, and then take in a movie. Oh good, it’s Jaws! Clever animals, sharks. Wonder what text-speak they might use? “Hi, gr8 white here - strvng. Cn we mt 4 lunch? C U l8er!” Nora Johnson’s thrillers, Soul Stealer & The De Clerambault Code (www.nora-johnson.com) available from Amazon in paperback/ eBook (€0.89; £0.77) and iBookstore. Profits to Cudeca.
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N 1013 AD, a young boy named Samuel wandered the narrow streets of Malaga selling spices. He was successful in that he was friendly and respectful to all. His success was driven by something else, however. Samuel spent much of his spare time learning of his family’s Jewish and rabbinic traditions. He also spent equal time learning the ways of Malaga’s dominant population group, namely the doctrines of the Koran and Arabic traditions. At a young age, Samuel was fluent in Hebrew and Arabic, wrote eloquent poetry in both languages and was intimate with the literature of both cultures. His precocious enthusiasm and intellect was contagious. He soon caught the attention of Ibn al-Arif, a royal family member in Malaga with direct connections to the Berber King of Granada, ruler of Andalucia. Samuel became the personal secretary to this royal family by translating business, personal and governmental documents,
Samuel and Joseph: Jack Gaioni
Most history books portray Jewish and Islamic relations in Al-Andalus under Muslim rule as a
complex inter-faith coexistence with periods of both peace and violence. Was medieval Andalucia
US citizen Jack is spending the first years of his retirement in Almeria. His articles have been published in Spain and the US.
and by writing poetry flattering to both traditions. He quickly gained widespread popularity within both the Jewish and Muslim communities of Andalucia. Through a series of favourable royal successions, Samuel’s role grew exponentially. More than a mere personal secretary, Samuel began to write political speeches, advised diplomatically, travelled to foreign lands as the king’s confidant, sponsored both Talmud and Korana academic studies, continued his infamous poetry, and even commanded military operations. He was so trusted by Jews and Arabs that upon the Berber king’s death,
POSITION OF POWER: Samuel ruled from the Alhambra Palace. Samuel, a Jewish spice salesman, became ‘vizier’ (top political advisor) to the Kingdom of Andalucia. He ruled from the Alhambra
Palace. During his 30-year tenure, Samuel acquired the highest civilian honours of both the Jewish and Islamic communities. Samuel lived a long life and died peacefully, never once doubting that his successor and son Joseph would have anything other than a life of peace and prosperity. Joseph, by all accounts, shared his father gregarious and egalitarian nature. The similarities ended there, however. Joseph was the unfortunate scapegoat of
an economic downturn, petty jealousies, political resentments, and perceived conspiracies. In 1066 AD, at the hands of an outraged Muslim mob, Joseph was tortured, crucified and later hung inside the Alhambra walls. The mob later turned its rage loose on the Jewish community of Granada, pillaging the town and killing as many as 4,000 Jews. This incident has become known as the 1066 Granada Massacre. The story of Samuel and Joseph is typical of many of
the accounts of medieval Islamic Spain. Collectively, most narratives of this era portray Jewish and Islamic relations as a complex mixture of intermittent peace and inter-faith co-operation contrasted by periods of violence and strife. Was medieval Andalucia a ‘Golden Age’ of relative peace and tolerance as depicted by Samuel’s experience? Or, was it an era of violent retribution and inter-religious conflict as was Joseph’s experience? The short answer is we’ll probably never really know and the reasons are numerous. Consider…. The most seminal text regarding Samuel’s life, The Book of Tradition (by Abraham ibn Daud) was written a full century after his (Samuel’s) death. Like the most enduring texts of the Jewish and Islamic faiths The Old Testament and The Koran these accounts were compiled centuries after the events they describe actually happened. This fact begs the question of reliability. Can we rely on the accuracy of a narrative written so long after the events and not consider that it is so hopelessly confused and contradictory? Consider too that Abraham ibn Daud was a rabbi who, either consciously or not, might have been predisposed to view Judaism favourably. Likewise, the most consequential text regarding Joseph’s life was written by a rival Muslim scribe named Abu Ishaq. His tone is wildly retaliatory and anti-Jewish. Playing off an unsettled climate of inter-religious distrust, this author depicts Joseph as villainous, having amassed wealth at the expense of Granada’s Muslims and as one who mocked the Islamic
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a ‘Golden Age’ or a time of violent retribution and inter-religious conflict? Jack Gaioni explores an era.
LEARNING: Samuel spent time studying his family’s Jewish traditions. faith. He calls for violence as a remedy for Jews to ‘answer for their crimes’. These medieval Jewish and Islamic accounts tend to harden
along sectarian lines and were often modified to meet the concerns of authors or politicians. ‘Inhouse-productions’ such as
these leave themselves open to the temptation of ‘embellishment’ or outright religious intervention.
Aside from the obvious problems of translation and transliteration, the task of determining the degree of such sentiments as ‘co-operation, tolerance, acceptance and coexistence’ is daunting if not impossible. These concepts are too mercurial and ephemeral to draw sustainable conclusions. Can the story of Samuel and Joseph tell us anything? Can we rely on a historically flawed story to help us reconstruct what really happened? To be sure, there are some very real problems involving accuracy, contradictions and heavyhanded partisan editing. However, that does not preclude us from the pure joy in trying to reconstruct some sort of accurate representation of what
actually happened to Samuel and Joseph. Could it be that the ‘just the facts’ mode of historical inquiry is actually enhanced when ventilated by ‘stories, myths and drama accounts’? Could it be that the story of Samuel and Joseph is most effective when read not as facts, but for its nuanced figurative and suggestive powers? Might there be merit to non-factual interpretations in recognising that they can act as historical guides and not boundaries? • Memo to reader: Just as the written record of Samuel and Joseph’s era is somewhat cryptic and incomplete, so too is the physical evidence. In Granada, the area around the Barrio Realejo was considered to be the primary Jewish quarter even though the synagogues have long given way to mosques and churches. Granada’s Alhambra certainly needs no introduction. It is important to remember and interesting to imagine Samuel and Joseph, two Jewish ‘viziers’
ruling from this iconic Islamic palace. In 11th century Malaga, the population was estimated to be about 20,000 inhabitants, of which a mere 200 were Jewish. The narrow streets around present-day Buenavista Palace (which houses the Museo Picasso Malaga) was in fact the ancient Jewish quarter. The palace was built in the 16th century over the ruins of a Nazrid palace. During various phases of reconstruction there have been a number of interesting discoveries: the remnants of the city wall dating back to the Phoenicians, a Roman condiment (garum) factory and the incorporation of 18 houses from Malaga’s ‘Old Juderia’ or Jewish Quarter. It is quite possible that this very area is where young Samuel wandered the streets selling spices. Although little physical evidence remains today, consider wandering these streets… stories abound! Enjoy and travel safe!
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5:00am Pages from Ceefax 7:00am Postman Pat 7:15am Chuggington 7:20am Timmy Time 7:30am The Adventures of Abney and Teal 7:40am Octonauts 7:50am Rastamouse 8:05am Deadly 60 8:30am Horrible Histories Historical sketch show based on the successful books by Terry Deary. 9:00am The Scooby-Doo Show 9:25am Tree Fu Tom 9:45am Justin’s House 10:15am Heir Hunters 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Cowboy Trap 12:45pm Cash in the Attic Carol Walker’s wall has fallen down, and she needs around 500 pounds to get it fixed. 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm Olympics 2012 2:45pm Escape to the Country 3:15pm Flog It!
5:35am The Jeremy Kyle Show 6:30am ITV Morning News The latest national and international news. 7:00am Daybreak 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning Presented by John Barrowman and Kate Thornton. 12:25pm ITV News The latest headlines from around the world. Followed by a local weather forecast. 12:30pm This Morning Presented by John Barrowman and Kate Thornton. 1:30pm 60 Minute Makeover 2:30pm ITV News and Weather The latest headlines from around the world. 3:00pm Murder, She Wrote Murder mystery series about a sleuthing writer.
5:50am Extinct! 6:15am Deal or No Deal 7:10am The Hoobs 7:35am The Hoobs 8:00am Freshly Squeezed 8:30am According to Jim 8:55am Will and Grace 9:20am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:50am Frasier New radio station boss Kate Costas moves Frasier's show to 2.00 in the morning. 10:20am Come Dine with Me 10:55am Come Dine with Me 11:25am Come Dine with Me 11:55am Come Dine with Me 12:30pm Come Dine with Me 1:00pm Channel 4 News Includes news headlines and weather. 1:05pm A Place in the Sun Laura Hamilton house-hunts in and around Denia on Spain's Costa Blanca for a couple from Exeter. 2:05pm Jamie's 30 Minute Meals 2:35pm Channel 4 Racing
6:35am Wildlife SOS 7:00am Thomas and Friends 7:10am The Wotwots! 7:20am City of Friends 7:30am Jelly Jamm 7:45am Peppa Pig 7:50am Castle Farm 7:55am Little Princess 8:05am Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 8:20am The Mr Men Show 8:35am Thomas and Friends 8:45am Make Way for Noddy 9:00am Fifi and the Flowertots 9:15am Peppa Pig 9:25am Peppa Pig 9:30am Roary the Racing Car 9:40am Bananas in Pyjamas 9:55am Bert and Ernie's Great Adventures 10:00am Igam Ogam 10:15am The Wright Stuff 12:10pm Cowboy Traders 1:10pm 5 News Lunchtime 1:15pm Big Brother 2:15pm Extraordinary Dogs 2:45pm Neighbours 3:15pm NCIS
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4:00pm Dickinson's Real Deal 5:00pm Midsomer Murders 6:00pm Dinner Date Natalie from London tries to find love across the dinner table in the dining dating game. 7:00pm London Tonight 7:30pm ITV News and Weather 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:00pm Grimefighters 9:30pm Coronation Street 10:00pm Soham: A Parent's Tale 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:35pm The Bourne Identity
5:00pm Deal or No Deal 6:00pm Four in a Bed 6:30pm Come Dine with Me 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News Includes sport and weather. 8:55pm 4thought.tv 9:00pm Phil Spencer: Secret Agent 10:00pm The Million Pound Drop 11:35pm The Angelos Epithemiou Show
4:15pm Living with the Enemy Mystery thriller. 6:00pm 5 News at 5 National and international news. 6:30pm Neighbours Kyle warns Kate that he is going to tell Jade the truth about the kiss. 7:00pm Monkey Life 7:30pm 5 News 8:00pm Cricket on 5 9:00pm Ice Road Truckers: Deadliest Roads 10:00pm Big Brother 11:00pm The Bachelor Reality series featuring Spencer Matthews.
12:10am The National Lottery Friday Night Draws 12:20am The Sarah Millican Television Programme In her brand new comedy series, award-winning comedian Sarah Millican talks television. 12:50am EastEnders Omnibus Tanya questions Cora for more information about her longlost sister. 2:15am Someone Else 3:25am Tom Daley: Diving for Britain 4:20am Hairy Bikers' Best of British 5:05am Pages from Ceefax
1:45am The Store 3:45am A Home at the End of the World Drama chronicling a dozen years in the lives of two best friends. 5:25am ITV Nightscreen Text-based information service.
5:00pm Olympics 2012 7:00pm BBC News at Six The latest national and international news stories from the BBC News team, followed by weather. 7:30pm BBC London News The latest news, sport and weather from BBC2 London. 8:00pm Olympics 2012 5:30pm 11:00pm BBC News at Ten The latest national and international news, with reports from BBC correspondents worldwide. 11:30pm BBC London News The latest news, sport and weather from London. 11:40pm Olympics Tonight
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BBC3 6:00am British Olympic Dreams 6:30am Total Wipeout 7:30am The Real Hustle 8:00am Don't Tell the Bride 9:00am Total Wipeout 10:00am Olympics 2012 3:00pm Olympics 2012 12:00am Britain Unzipped 1:00am Family Guy 1:45am American Dad! 2:25am Sun, Sex and Suspicious Parents 3:25am Sun, Sex and Suspicious Parents 4:25am Sun, Sex and Suspicious Parents 5:20am Sun, Sex and Suspicious Parents
BBC4 8:00pm BBC World News London Live 8:30pm Concerto at the BBC Proms 9:00pm BBC Proms 11:00pm The Iron Maiden 12:00am The Iron Maiden 1:00am Even More Guitar Heroes at the BBC Compilation of classic archive performances from the guitar gods of the late 60s and 70s. 2:00am The Santana Story: Angels and Demons 3:15am The Iron Maiden 4:15am The Iron Maiden
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12:00am Big Brother 12:30am Big Brother's Bit on the Side 1:00am Super Casino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. 4:55am Motorsport Mundial The latest motor racing action from around the world. 5:20am House Doctor 5:45am Michaela's Wild Challenge Michaela Strachan and colleagues undertake a range of wildliferelated dares in exotic locations.
Satellite channels SKY1 5:35am Airline 6:05am Sell Me the Answer 7:00am Don't Forget the Lyrics 8:00am Brainiac: Science Abuse 9:00am Don't Stop Me Now 10:00am Got to Dance 12:00pm Glee 1:00pm Futurama 2:00pm Got to Dance 4:00pm Modern Family 4:30pm The Middle 5:00pm Modern Family 5:30pm The Middle 6:00pm The Simpsons 7:00pm Glee
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5:20am Sun, Sex and Suspicious Parents 6:20am Great Movie Mistakes 6:25am Hole in the Wall 7:25am Total Wipeout 8:25am Camp Rock 10:00am Olympics 2012 12:00am Russell Howard’s Good News 12:30am Live at the Electric 1:00am Family Guy 1:45am American Dad! 2:30am Highlander: The Source 3:50am Sun, Sex and Suspicious Parents 4:50am Russell Howard’s Good News 5:20am Live at the Electric 5:50am Great Movie Mistakes
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5:05am Pages from Ceefax 7:00am Postman Pat 7:15am Timmy Time 7:25am The Adventures of Abney and Teal 7:35am Octonauts 7:45am Rastamouse 8:00am Roar 8:30am Project Parent 9:00am The Scooby-Doo Show Cartoon capers with Scooby and the gang. 9:20am Dennis and Gnasher Dennis and Gnasher believe the world truly is their oyster and that kids should make the rules. 9:30am The Slammer 10:00am Who Let the Dogs Out? 10:30am Incredible Edibles 11:00am My Genius Idea 11:30am Splatalot 11:45am Deadly 60 Bites 12:00pm Copycats 12:25pm Ooglies 12:40pm Shaun the Shechampionsheeps 12:45pm Horrible Histories 1:15pm Fort Apache 3:20pm Fall of the Roman Empire
5:25am ITV Nightscreen Text-based information service. 6:30am ITV Morning News The latest national and international news. 7:00am CITV 9:25am Saturday Cookbook 10:25am ITV News 10:30am The Jeremy Kyle Show US 11:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show US 12:20pm The Real Housewives of New York City Reality series following a group of affluent Manhattan housewives. 1:20pm ITV News and Weather A round-up of the latest news headlines and a national weather forecast. 1:30pm All Star Family Fortunes 2:30pm All Creatures Great and Small
6:00am Deal or No Deal 6:55am The Treacle People 7:05am The Hoobs 7:30am British F3 8:00am Mobil 1 The Grid 8:25am Para Shorts 3 8:30am The Paralympic Show 9:00am The Morning Line Turf tips and news from the Channel 4 Racing team. 10:00am Ibiza Rocks Annie Mac presents the third in the series of special gigs. 10:20am T4 Movie Special 10:55am New Girl 11:25am Revenge 12:25pm Suburgatory 12:55pm Summer Daze with Blackberry 1:25pm The Big Bang Theory 1:55pm The Big Bang Theory 2:25pm The Simpsons 2:55pm Channel 4 Racing
7:40am Harry and His Bucket Full of Dinosaurs 7:50am Castle Farm 7:55am Abby’s Flying Fairy School 8:05am Roobarb and Custard Too 8:10am Bananas in Pyjamas 8:25am Play! 8:35am Noddy in Toyland 8:50am Bert and Ernie’s Great Adventures 9:00am Little Princess 9:20am The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky 9:30am Angelina Ballerina 9:45am Rupert Bear 10:00am Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 10:15am The Mr Men Show 10:30am Roary the Racing Car 10:45am Jelly Jamm 11:00am Power Rangers Super Samurai 11:35am Batman - The Brave and the Bold 12:10pm Looney Tunes 12:20pm Big Brother 1:20pm McBride: Fallen Idol 3:00pm Talking to Heaven
6:15pm Antiques Road Trip 7:00pm Great British Railway Journeys Documentary series in which Michael Portillo travels the length and breadth of the country by train. 7:30pm Flog It! Antiques show which helps amateur auctioneers, collectors and bargain-hunters make a saving. 8:30pm Dad’s Army Don’t panic! It’s the wartime sitcom with those national treasures created by Jimmy Perry. 9:00pm Proms 2012 10:20pm QI 10:50pm Totp2 Summer Special 11:50pm Little Voice
4:10pm Moonraker 6:30pm Local News and Weather 6:45pm ITV News and Weather 7:00pm Agatha Christie's Marple 9:00pm Midsomer Murders 11:00pm ITV News and Weather 11:20pm Mad Mad World
5:10pm Sainsbury’s London 2012 5:15pm Come Dine with Me 7:45pm Channel 4 News 8:15pm 4thought.tv 8:20pm The Million Pound Drop 10:00pm Fracture
6:15pm Jesse Stone: Death in Paradise 7:55pm 5 News Weekend National and international news. 8:00pm Cricket on 5 9:00pm NCIS When a marine escapes from a psychiatric unit, the NCIS are called to ensure his safe return. 10:00pm Big Brother Catch up on the latest events inside the Big Brother house. 11:10pm CSI: Miami
12:15am Heat 2:55am 3:15am The Million Pound Drop 4:45am Sainsbury’s and Channel 4 Presents... London 2012: Mandip Sehmi 4:50am Happy Endings The second series of the US comedy. In the opening episode, Penny buys her first home. 5:10am St. Elsewhere The strike negotiator who helped end the nurses’ walkout asks out the married Rosenthal.
12:10am CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 1:10am Super Casino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. 5:00am HouseBusters 5:25am Divine Designs 5:50am Rough Guide to Eco Escapes
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1:00am BBC News The latest national and international news stories, followed by Weather. 1:10am Olympic Sportsday 1:55am Weatherview 2:00am BBC News
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1:20am The Boys and Girl from County Clare 2:50am Pages from Ceefax News and information from the BBC’s Teletext service.
BBC4 8:00pm The Blue Planet 9:00pm 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Avalanches 10:00pm Wallander Original Swedish TV adaptation of Henning Mankell’s Kurt Wallander detective series. 11:15pm Icelandic Walks with Julia Bradbury 12:15am Top of the Pops: 1977 12:50am Pavlopetri - The City Beneath the Waves 1:50am The Two Thousand Year Old Computer 2:50am 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Avalanches 3:45am The Blue Planet
12:00am Take Me Out 1:15am The Store 3:15am In Plain Sight Drama about a U.S. Marshal attached to the highly secretive Federal Witness Protection Program. 4:00am ITV Nightscreen
Satellite channels SKY1 5:35am Airline 6:05am Sell Me the Answer 7:00am Guinness World Records Smashed! 8:00am Must be the Music 9:15am Must be the Music 10:00am World Wrestling Entertainment Superstars 11:00am A League of Their Own 1:00pm Futurama: Bender's Big Score 2:50pm Futurama 3:00pm Best of Oops TV 4:00pm Modern Family 4:30pm The Middle 5:00pm Modern Family 5:30pm The Middle 6:00pm Futurama 7:00pm The Angel 8:00pm Terra Nova 9:00pm Road Wars 10:00pm The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! 11:40pm Stella 12:40am Road Wars 1:40am 99 Most Bizarre... 2:40am Brit Cops: Frontline Crime 3:35am Top Ten Show 3:45am Night Cops
SKY MOVIES COMEDY 5:50am A Nanny for Christmas 7:20am Dragnet 9:10am Evolution 10:55am Cowboys and Aliens 35mm Special 11:25am Take Me Home Tonight 1:10pm Your Highness 3:00pm Just Go with it 5:00pm X-Men: First Class Special 5:30pm Evolution 7:15pm Take Me Home Tonight
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1:10am Love, Wedding, Marriage 2:45am Our Family Wedding 4:35am Rio Special
SKY MOVIES DRAMA 4:30am Going the Distance 6:15am Secretariat 8:20am Love, Wedding, Marriage 9:55am You May Not Kiss the Bride 11:40am You Again 1:30pm Something Borrowed 3:25pm Bridesmaids 5:30pm Our Family Wedding 7:15pm You May Not Kiss the Bride
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SKY MOVIES ACTION 4:25am Circle of Pain 6:10am Transformers: Dark of the Moon Special A look at Michael Bay’s explosive box office smash. 6:40am Captain America 35mm Special 7:00am A Quest for Camelot 8:30am The Mighty Ducks 10:15am Superman III 12:20pm Thor 2:20pm Captain America: The First Avenger 4:25pm Superman III 6:30pm Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban 9:00pm Thor 11:00pm Captain America: The First Avenger 1:10am Reign of Fire 2:55am Machete 4:45am Braddock: Missing in Action 3
TCM 6:00am Caine is Carter - Little Off Set 6:15am Batman and Robin 8:35am Gunsmoke 9:40am The High Chaparral 10:45am Calamity Jane 12:40pm My Fair Lady 4:00pm The Wizard of Oz 6:00pm Dragonwyck 8:05pm A Thunder of Drums 10:00pm True Lies 12:45am The Devil’s Advocate
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1:40am The Boys and Girl from County Clare 7:00am Postman Pat Fun for the young with the postie and pals. 7:15am Timmy Time A spin off from the Shaun the Sheep animation. 7:25am The Adventures of Abney and Teal 7:35am Octonauts 7:45am Rastamouse 8:00am Roar 8:30am Paradise Cafe 8:55am Hacker Time Children’s series following the adventures of Hacker T Dog. 9:20am Dennis and Gnasher 9:30am Wingin’ It 9:50am Deadly 60 Bites 10:00am Who Let the Dogs Out? 10:30am Junior Bake Off Junior baking competition. 11:00am Saturday Kitchen Best Bites 12:30pm Raymond Blanc: The Very Hungry Frenchman 1:30pm Buchanan Rides Alone 2:50pm Olympics 2012
4:00am ITV Nightscreen 6:30am ITV Morning News 7:00am CITV 9:25am Dinner Date Dating show with a twist. 10:25am ITV News 10:30am House Gift 11:25am There’s No Taste Like Home 12:25pm The Hungry Sailors Dick and James Strawbridge sail around Britain to discover fantastic food. 1:25pm ITV News and Weather A round-up of the latest news headlines and a national weather forecast. 1:30pm Dickinson’s Real Deal Why let your antiques collect dust in the attic when you can sell them? 2:30pm Murder, She Wrote Drama series about a sleuthing writer who solves murder mysteries. 3:30pm Columbo Peter Falk dons the shabby mac and lights up a cheap cigar for more top drawer US detective drama.
5:25am St. Elsewhere The strike negotiator who helped end the nurses’ walkout asks out the married Rosenthal. 6:15am Deal or No Deal 7:10am The Hoobs Everyone seems to be able to do something clever with Groove's pack of cards. 7:35am The Hoobs 8:00am Intelligent Sport UK Challenge 8:25 Sainsbury’s and Channel 4 Presents... London 2012: Danielle Brown 8:30am Paralympics Extra 9:00am Will and Grace 9:25am Will and Grace 9:50am Frasier Niles and Frasier decide to enter family therapy. 10:20am Frasier 11:00am Sunday Brunch 1:30pm The Big Bang Theory 2:00pm The Big Bang Theory 2:35pm The Simpsons 3:05pm The Simpsons 3:35pm Jamie Does... Venice
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5:30pm Great British Railway Journeys Documentary series in which Michael Portillo travels the length and breadth of the country by train. 6:00pm Songs of Praise 6:35pm Olympics 2012 Coverage of the 2012 London Olympics. 7:00pm Ancient Britain Special: Priests of Orkney 8:00pm Antiques Roadshow Antique experts travel the country to appraise people's wares. 9:00pm Exploring China: A Culinary Adventure 10:00pm The Dark: Nature's Nighttime World Nature's Night-time World. 11:00pm Edge of Darkness
5:25pm Doc Martin Comedy drama series about a top London surgeon who developed a phobia of blood. 6:25pm We Love the Monkees 7:25pm Local News and Weather All the very latest local news and weather. 7:40pm ITV News and Weather A round-up of the latest news headlines and a national weather forecast. 8:00pm The Zoo Documentary series going behind the scenes at a variety of zoos. 9:00pm A Touch of Frost 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather Round-up of the day's news. 11:15pm The Briefs
4:40pm How to Cook Like Heston 5:15pm Deal or No Deal 6:15pm Hairspray 8:25pm Channel 4 News Includes sport and weather. 8:55pm 4thought.tv 9:00pm Come Dine with Me 10:00pm Thelma's Gypsy Girls 11:00pm Sex and the City
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5:00pm Olympics 2012. 6:35pm BBC News The latest national and international news stories, followed by Weather. 6:50pm Regional News All the latest local news. 6:55pm Weather The latest weather information. 7:00pm Olympics 2012 Coverage of the 2012 London Olympics. 7:50pm Olympics 2012 Coverage of the 2012 London Olympics. 11:15pm BBC News The latest national and international news stories, followed by Weather. 11:30pm Regional News All the latest local news. 11:35pm Weather The latest weather information. 11:40pm Olympics Tonight
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1:00am BBC News 1:10am Olympic Sportsday 1:55am Weatherview 2:00am BBC News
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6:00am Hole in the Wall 7:00am Total Wipeout 8:05am Bedknobs and Broomsticks 10:00am Olympics 2012 Coverage of the 2012 London Olympics. 3:00pm Olympics 2012 12:00am Family Guy 12:45am American Dad! 1:30am Russell Howard’s Good News 2:00am Russell Howard’s Good News 2:30am Sun, Sex and Suspicious Parents 3:30am White Van Man 4:00am White Van Man 4:30am White Van Man 5:00am White Van Man
7:00pm Dinner for Schmucks with Steve Carell & Paul Rudd
8:00pm Himalaya with Michael Palin Former Python and world adventurer Michael Palin continues his Himalayan trek. 9:00pm Frank Skinner on George Formby 10:00pm Corrie: The Road to Coronation Street 11:20pm Shakespeare From Kabul 12:05am Frank Skinner on George Formby 1:05am The Iron Maiden 2:05am Iron Maiden Live ‘En Vivo’ 3:05am The Santana Story: Angels and Demons 4:20am Corrie: The Road to Coronation Street
12:15am JP Morgan 7’s Highlights 1:15am The Store 3:15am Golden Balls 4:05am Motorsport UK All the very latest motor sport action from around Britain. 4:55am ITV Nightscreen
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5:20pm The Karate Kid 7:55pm 5 News Weekend 5:35pm The Karate Kid 8:00pm Cricket on 5 9:00pm Once Upon a Time 10:00pm Big Brother 11:00pm Ultraviolet 12:50am Alien Hunter 2:35am Super Casino Live interactive gaming featuring roulette, blackjack and autowheel. 5:00am Sons of Anarchy 5:45am Rough Guide to Weekend Breaks
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SKY MOVIES DRAMA 5:05am You Again 7:00am Win a Date with Tad Hamilton 8:40am Young Winston 11:05am Scents and Sensibility 12:35pm The Bodyguard 2:45pm 3 Men and a Baby 4:30pm Prom 6:15pm Boy 6:35pm Eat Pray Love 9:00pm The Bodyguard 11:15pm Girl, Interrupted
SKY MOVIES ACTION 8:30am Small Soldiers 10:25am Superman IV: The Quest for Peace 12:00pm The Chronicles of Riddick 2:00pm Fast Five 4:10pm Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban 6:30pm Superman IV: The Quest for Peace 8:05pm Flight of the Phoenix 10:00pm Fast Five
TCM 10:05am Dragonwyck 12:05pm The Wizard of Oz 2:00pm The Ghost and Mrs Muir 4:00pm Thunder Pass 5:35pm Rio Bravo 8:20pm The Young and the Brave 10:00pm Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid
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OR me the most exciting part of a trip or vacation is the planning. The anticipation, as Alain De Botton has noted in ‘The Art of Travel’, is often more powerful than the reality of travel itself. Of course, being lazy, my plans usually involve the internet and the tourist information website of whichever country I am intending to visit. In my youth, as the date of departure approached, I would pack, repack, unpack then pack again delirious with romantic notions of far-flung places and dark strangers. I now tend to pack the evening before and by experience know that the dark strangers tend to be pickpockets not paramours. A profound fear of flying meant that until quite recently travel for me involved a train or coach, but my desire to visit places outside of Europe eventually overcame that. My favourite places in the world are airports (having now developed an antidote to the fear which is two parts Cava and one part brandy), service stations and train stations (coach stations on the other hand are surely the inspiration for Dante’s Inferno). Whilst a student at Lancaster University, I would regularly breakfast at Forton Services, not just because it was open 24 hours and able to pander to my insomnia, but because the smells, brightness and constant flux conjured up for me the nostalgia of travel. The best service stations are undoubtedly in Austria (where one can sample the most delicious fresh bread and purchase boxes of spicy Christmas biscuits); the worst are in the UK. Airports come a close second in the romance stakes, with Changi in Singapore being the best and Heathrow the worst. Gibraltar airport is also
EXCITEMENT: The joy of travelling the world and embarking on new journeys.
Suzanne Manners Suzanne has a degree in Fine Art from Goldsmiths and an MA in Writing from Lancaster University. She is currently teaching in Alicante and writing a book for teenagers (which doesn’t have a vampire as its central character).
one of my favourite places although when I visit I now catch the Alsa bus from Alicante to La Linea (which I am sure actually appears in The Inferno as the third circle of Hell; in fact, the artist Hieronymus Bosch once visited the bus station in La Linea and was so traumatised by the experience that he stopped painting flowers and cute
Travel plans children with big eyes and embarked on a series of disturbing canvases depicting fornication and torture). The journey I took from Budapest to Moscow by train remains my most fondly remembered. The train lumbered across snow-covered fields dotted with wooden houses and birch forests, pausing at a place called Chop in order to change the wheels to enable it to continue on to the wider gauge tracks in Russia and to allow Soviet border guards to board and confiscate my copy of Cosmopolitan. A flight would have afforded none of this and I would have
missed the experience of waking at dawn to peer out of the window at a long line of shambling figures walking to work, like the peripheral characters in a novel by Alexander Solzhenitsyn. How wonderful to escape the everyday and embark on a journey of self discovery, even if it is only the greasy enjoyment of a ‘full English’ in Benidorm. Al Gore famously said: “Airplane travel is nature’s way of making you look like your passport photo.” An hour at La Linea bus station will make you look like Charles Manson on crack, but not as charming.
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HERE are certain Spanish pastimes that should be undertaken only with extreme caution and after a long, soul-searching discussion with yourself, your nearest and dearest. Running with the bulls in Pamplona is one; getting behind the wheel of a car another. There is something about this joyfully relaxed and generally pacified lot that sends them into a tailspin when it comes to driving: Leisurely concepts of mañana are abandoned by their inner racing driver in a bid to arrive ayer even if it is just to make it home in time for tapas. In fact, there is no wonder there are so many drunk-drivers out there; you need a stiff one before embarking on these motorways from Hell. The school drop-off is more akin to running the gauntlet: keep up or be unceremoniously shoved off the road by a lorry driver. Seasoned motorists admit that driving is more of a pursuit than a purpose, and you have to come to love these daily chases to survive. Visiting friends and relatives grasp the passenger seat with
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ROAD RAGE: Spain has the drivers from Hell. white knuckles and gasps of horror, proclaiming they will never, ever drive in this country. But as a resident you don’t have much choice. At times, the pace turns to standstill or snail as we sidle past yet another crash scene straight from the pages of Armageddon; stretchers and ambulances at the ready. It is practically a daily occurrence and just a matter of
time... Meanwhile, the Guardia Civil seem more interested in catching those hardened criminals who have momentarily forgotten to renew their tax or change licence plates than stopping reckless drivers. Amidst all the lose cannon on the roads, there’s the other type of driver that leaves me dumbfounded - the motorcyclist who insists on tearing around the
streets at breakneck speed in nothing but bikinis, shorts and flip-flops; the helmet really is cursory by then and it is hardly surprising that most fatal road accidents involve motorcyclists. Enough of the rant and the rave and now for some constructive suggestions, since most of us are unable to avoid venturing onto the roads once more. Firstly, wear protective
clothing - the Michelin man has survived decades of motoring in his white, padded suit, which basically functions as an everready airbag, though you may want to ensure that the airconditioning in the car is working as the heat may otherwise consume you and convertibles are also a no-no for an inflatable figure. Secondly, get a really intimidating looking car. Other drivers are unlikely to pick a fight with a Hell’s Angels vehicle with bared teeth - or make your runaround-town a tanker lorry tough to park but unlikely to cause you personal injury. Or, thirdly, do as our Russian oligarch friends - mosey around by helicopter as the airways are slightly more regulated and a whole lot less crowded. A twoseater Robinson will set you back around €300,000, excluding pilot and mansion or yacht to land it on. Still, it is reassuring to hear that consideration is currently given to increasing the speed limit to 130 kilometres per hour. That way we can all buzz to our destination and ‘bee’ there before we know it.
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HE UK’s Daily Mail tabloid is at its happiest when having a poke at Europe and in particular Spain’s estimated 400,000 expatriates. The headlines Mike Walsh will predictably be along the lines of Costa vwww.michaelwalsh.es Catastrophe. The Mike Walsh. Based the Costa Blanca, lurid details international journalist, author and professional ex-business assessment executive Guild follow in which writer: of Master Craftsmen. European correspondent Boston Revolutionary Radio. we learn that we are all on the beaches scanning the seascape for a rescuing flotilla sent by Britain. CHEER UP!: The average Brit scrimps and saves to enjoy two weeks of what we have every day It reminds me of one of the best known sayings in journalism: ‘all the news that is fit to print’. Yes, you can read that in two ways. On the eve of Black Wednesday, when Britain’s included, Britain’s total debt which benefits the Spanish dependent upon income recession was revealed as the reaches £2.24 trillion, or 147 Government. sourced in the UK; usually worst in living memory, the per cent of GDP. That ratio The correspondent adds: ‘If pensions. Typically one is on a anti-Europe section of the makes the UK economy worse Spain leaves the Euro and basic state pension of a little media is keen to paint other than those of Spain or Greece. goes to the Peseta our over £400. This month it countries as being in a worse One of the most highly incomes rise by a further 30 appeared in his Spanish bank state than their own. regarded letters in response to per cent because of the account as €568. He is better According to the McKinsey the Daily Mail’s article was that currency’s devaluation against off by €98 compared to April 2011. Global Institute, Britain’s total of Fred Etherington of Spain. sterling’. The only comments that Property prices have debt is the highest in the He points out that we expats world; the equivalent of 60 per are better off now than we received higher approval were dropped but how many are cent of GDP. That is the good have been for years. Pensions those who praised Spain’s affected by this? The number news. The bad news is, if are up and an improved Government for means-testing of ‘se vende’ signs seems high only because of year on year financial sector interventions, exchange rate gives us 30 per incoming immigrants. Of my many friends most are accumulation. This is due to like quantitative easing, are cent more disposable income,
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Costa catastrophe? property sales stagnating for four years so is not a true picture. Properties will always come on the market, people die; they move; it is life. The 99 per cent not selling, or renting, are unaffected. If a few sell then the property they buy will be reduced by as much, so loss is imaginary. For 50 weeks a year your average Brit scrimps and saves to enjoy two weeks of what we have every day of the year. Cheer up, everyone!
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Under The Stars presents concerts for Animal in Need NAME GAME: The Peñon de Ifach in Calpe (or Calp).
Language battle rages in Valencia Chaos looms as Google are set to change 1,000 Valencian town names By Benny Davis benny@euroweeklynews.com
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HE continuing Valenciano vs Castellano language battle within the Valencian Community reached a new high last week when the Academia Valenciana de la Llengua (AVL) asked Google to change more than 1,000 Valencian place names on their websites back to their original Valenciano spelling. A move, it is claimed, that could dramatically reduce tourism and business in the province at a time when it needs the full support of government. As a direct response, Calpe (Calp) Mayor Cesar Sanchez called an emergency council meeting to discuss the problem. “I don’t want the tourism sector to suffer by not promoting the Calpe brand that has worked for more than 40 years in the internet search engines. “Our web page www.calpe.es receives more than 35,000 visits a month and promotes over 80 per cent of local shops, hotels and restaurants within the tourist market.” Mayor Sanchez said he will seek a consensus between businesses, citizens
and the town hall to find the best solution for the municipality. A government representative told the EWN that one of the possible solutions is to revert back to the double name of ‘Calpe-Calp’, which was adopted many years ago as an interim change from Calp to the more universally acceptable Calpe. The nearby coastal resort of Javea is also listed as ‘Xabia/Javea’. Although when a previous Valencian town council decided to drop Javea and promote Xabia at an international travel fair in Madrid, it was not recognised and the amount of recorded visitors dropped by 78 per cent. Other local place names that could also come under the AVL axe are Alicante (Alacant), Elche (Elx) and Benitachell (Poble Nou de Benitatxell). Dictator General Franco banned all reference to the Valencian language during his reign of power. In the meantime, Calpe Town Hall will be sending an official letter to the Google organisation requesting a stay of execution of the name change until the municipality finds a consensual solution to prevent serious economic damage to the sector.
Fashion Show in aid of Age Care THE Age Care Association will be holding its Fashion Show on September 5 at the Casablanca Restaurant, Hotel El Campanario, Avenida de Espana, Calahonda. There will be a
buffet at 1pm and the Fashion Show will start at 2pm. All clothes and accessories will be available for sale after the Fashion Show. Prices start from €2. Tickets are €15, with €5 of the ticket
price going to the Age Care charity. Limited tickets are available from the Casablanca Restaurant, Age Care Shop at El Zoco, Calahonda or by telephone on 675 874 308.
KATY SETTERFIELD and friends are back by popular request. For two nights only Friday August 24 and Saturday 25 - she will perform from 8pm until late at The Roman Oasis Restaurant in Manilva in aid of Animal in Need. The evening will be packed with classic Dusty Springfield, Cher, Tina Turner and Annie Lennox hits.
Setterfield beat 11 other contestants on the BBC/Endemol Show The One and Only in 2008, winning a three-month performance contract with Legends In Concert in Las Vegas. Since 2009 she has toured in her own theatre show billed as Katy Setterfield - Dusty and Friends. Dress code is smart and tickets cost €50, which
include a welcome Cava, three-course buffet dinner with Belgian style starter and BBQ, a half bottle of wine and entertainment throughout the evening.
Tickets are limited so call 952 892 380 or 663 512 208 to reserve. www.animalinneed.com www.katysetterfield. com www.romanoasis manilva.com
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Holiday over THE swimming pool has closed at Greece’s largest maximum security prison in Athens. The 7.4m pool with its waterfall and barbeque area was closed by the Justice Ministry since it was constructed without permission last year.
Tall tale AN Austrian man admitted that the 2.3m 7kg snake he claimed he found on a riverbank was, in fact, his unwanted pet.
BEHIND THE TIMES: In Spain, the English language is not as hot as the climate.
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HE Brits, which include the Irish, are much criticised for being mono-lingual; as the English language is international they have an excuse. Spain has little to crow about in this respect; their familiarity with the English language is not as hot as their climate. Spain ranks an abysmal ninth on the scale of European countries. Not good, especially when you consider its biggest earner, second only to the US, is tourism. It means of course that tens of millions of tourists, of all nationalities, visiting rival destinations are more likely to be understood. The fact is, Spain should be Number One, but it is not.
Pot of gold THE ghost of Generalísimo Franco returns to the lovely Mar Menor region of Murcia. The marina of El Carmoli, covering 315
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hectares of prime beachfront development land, has been wrested back from the Defence Ministry. An estimated 100 heirs have struck gold. The land was originally commandeered in the 1940s. The new owners of this expropriated land want to sell it for development; they are asking for a negotiable €116 million. To sell the newly acquired land for real estate, mainly to foreign buyers, could be problematic because of environmental issues. They could offer it as suitable for a theme park. Great news! The tourists will outnumber the jellyfish.
Unpopular politican NOT so popular Popular Party (PP) politician and mother of two, Andrea Fabre, finds herself in the crosshairs of public outrage. When ‘him upstairs’, Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy, revealed that unemployment benefits were being scaled back, Socialist (PSOE) members jeered and catcalled. Rajoy’s kitten snarled back: ‘que se joden’, which to you and me means ‘screw them’; taken to mean screw the unemployed. When future elections are held she could find a significant number of her constituents have disappeared. Not counting those unemployed Spaniards who have fled abroad.
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That little bit of extra cash has made you realise something. Not everything is as simple as you would wish it to be, and throwing money at a problem will not make it go away entirely. There are some things that you need to come to terms with. It is much easier to incorporate the uneasy into your life if you take a more relaxed attitude.
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Crosswords CRYPTIC Across 1 Type of seabird. Youʼll find ʻem back in this south-west region (4) 4 A host injured by musketeer (5) 9 Mad Lear is one found in Tel Aviv (7) 10 Pancake student found in receptacle number one (5) 11 Disliked death, as it were (5) 12 Bean toy, used as a weapon (7) 13 Sweet German bread with middle missing is hot (6) 15 Gangster going around Turkey in souped-up car (3,3) 19 He will throw an earthenware vessel (7) 21 Joint mix up below (5) 23 Ray gets a letter from Greece (5) 24 Read with feeling (7) 25 A nest Iʼd find back in a hot place (5) 26 Irish countyʼs Lord Mayorʼs Show (4) Down 2 Tim returns with ruler, goodness (5) 3 Coax wheeled contraption (7) 4 A Kipling hero, unfinished boy, with hands on hips (6) 5 Copper initially swaps bottle opener for heroin as a sideline (5) 6 Cricketer DJ (7) 7 Comes down with something for the cat (6)
ENGLISH - SPANISH The clues are mixed, some clues are in Spanish and some are in English. Across 1 Enfermo (4) 3 Stage (in process) (5) 6 Faces (5) 8 Goodbye (5) 10 Cabbage (3) 11 Hedgehog (5) 12 Dejar (poner, soltar) (5) 13 Wave (in sea, lake) (3) 14 Dulce (postre, galleta, vino) (5) 15 Empinado (cuesta) (5) 16 Cap (hat) (5) 17 Lago (4)
Co d e B r e a ke r 8 Present head of Government if time (4) 14 Turkʼs seat (7) 16 Swimming stroke not used by Chappell in infamous cricket match (4,3) 17 Wonder about depressing experience (6) 18 Attempts to contain British social divisions (6) 19 Call for part of a book (4) 20 Had or drunk reservoir (5) 22 Goatʼs club (5)
QUICK Across 1 Companionable (8) 5 Overtake (4) 9 Ecstasy (5) 10 Chief (7) 11 Unusual (3) 12 Deduce (5) 13 Frightening (5) 14 Chauvinist (5) 17 Twelve months (4) 19 Net (4) 21 Exhausted (5) 24 Sturdy (5) 25 Sustain (5) 27 Small bed (3) 28 Boat race meeting (7) 29 Concise (5) 30 Companion (4)
31 Daring (8) Down 1 Grant (7) 2 Boss (5) 3 Suck in (6) 4 Toady (6) 6 Stir violently (7) 7 Regretful (5) 8 Banquet (5) 15 Sprite (3) 16 Possess (3) 18 Amid (7) 20 Tackle (7) 21 Declare (5) 22 Get away (6) 23 Giggle (6) 24 Go away (5) 26 Cut up (5)
LAST WEEK’S SOLUTIONS CRYPTIC - Across: 7 Demons, 8 Anodes, 9 Case, 10 Easterly, 11 Teacher, 13 Jaunt, 15 Jaded, 17 Factory, 20 Nominate, 21 Tool, 22 Fillip, 23 Nerves. Down: 1 Relate, 2 Tome, 3 Ushered, 4 Lasso, 5 Tolerant, 6 Merlin, 12 Credible, 14 Taverns, 16 Adonis, 18 Rhodes, 19 Tampa, 21 Turn. QUICK - Across: 1 Clarinet, 9 Lookout, 10 Adder, 11 Away, 12 Dead Sea, 15 Spoken, 16 Hassle, 19 Parsley, 21 Fret, 24 Guess, 25 Examine, 26 Side, 27 Strikers. Down: 1 Collapse, 2 Avocado, 3/5 Iron Lady, 4 Esteem, 6 Addle, 7 Yard, 8 Cardiac, 13 Persist, 14 Restless, 17 Surmise, 18 Relent, 20 Ahead, 22 Ages, 23 Mali. ENGLISH - SPANISH Across: 1 Beso, 3 Casas, 6 Trees, 8 Meals, 10 Oro, 11 Often, 12 Nuera, 13 Red, 14 Snore, 15 Snail, 16 Entre, 17 Wait. Down: 1 Buttons, 2 Sweetcorn, 4 Almonds, 5 Ama de casa, 7 Sonreir, 9 Scarlet.
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Hexagram The purpose of the Hexagram puzzle is to place the 19 six-letter words into the 19 cells. The letters at the edges of interlocking cells MUST BE THE SAME. The letters in the words must be written CLOCKWISE. The word in cell 10 (ASHORE) and one letter in four other cells are given as clues.
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Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 26 represents C and 22 represents Y, so fill in C every time the figure 26 appears and Y every time the figure 22 appears. Now, using your knowledge of the English language, work out which letters should go in the missing squares. As you discover the letters, fill in other squares with the same number in the main grid and the control grid.
Arouse ASHORE(10) Barest Brooks Crease Dealer Floors Grains Header Killed Loosed Portal Purred Reader Reared Refute Roared Splash Tinker
LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION 1 Desire, 2 Poised, 3 Thence, 4 Mapped, 5 Shouts, 6 Lather, 7 Metres, 8 Mother, 9 Massed, 10 Rumour, 11 Meteor, 12 Desert, 13 Normal, 14 Needed, 15 Rotund, 16 Nearby, 17 Doomed, 18 Coddle, 19 Orders
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SKY MOVIES DRAMA 4:40am Young Winston 7:05am Africa United 8:40am Cleopatra 12:45pm Rio Special 1:15pm No Strings Attached 3:10pm Prom 5:00pm Footloose Special 5:20pm Going the Distance 7:10pm You May Not Kiss the Bride 9:00pm No Strings Attached 11:00pm The Whistleblower 1:00am Dear Frankie 2:50am Intersection 4:35am X-Men: First Class Special
TCM 6:00am Key Largo 7:40am Gunsmoke 8:45am The High Chaparral 9:45am Captain Horatio Hornblower R.N. 11:55am The Last Challenge 1:45pm Gunsmoke 2:50pm The High Chaparral 4:00pm Soldier of Fortune 5:50pm Bombers B-52 7:55pm Bandolero! 10:00pm Showdown in Little Tokyo 11:30pm The Challenge 1:40am Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
SKY MOVIES ACTION 5:45am A Quest for Camelot 7:15am Tracker 9:05am The Mighty Ducks 10:55am I Am Number Four 12:55pm X-Men: First Class Special 1:25pm XMen: First Class 3:40pm Predators 5:40pm Superman III 7:50pm Tron Legacy 10:00pm X-Men: First Class 12:15am Predators 2:05am Takers
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EVERY July and August, the ‘Festivales de Teatro Clasico’ are held in Merida. Classical plays and sometimes opera are performed but what is so special about the productions is that they are held in the Teatro Romano, a theatre dating from Roman times. Merida is proud of its Roman heritage and has more monuments to this era than any other city in Spain. Because of this, its archaeological sites have been awarded World Heritage status. The city is located in the province of Badajoz. Curiously, Merida is the capital of Extremadura and yet not the capital of the province; this honour goes to the city of Badajoz. Merida has been the capital of this region since Roman times. In those days, it was known as Augusta Emerita and was the capital of the Roman province of Lusitania, a sizeable region that included present-day Portugal. Modern Merida is built around the remains of the Roman city. The most important of these treasures are the Teatro Romano, the Puente Romano, the Templo de Diana, the Arco de Trajano, the Acueducto de los Milagros, the Amphitheatre and the remains of the forum. The Roman Theatre is one of the most important monuments in Merida. It was erected in the first century BC and possesses a forum with a seating capacity for 6,000 spectators.
Merida – A Spanish city of perfectly preserved history Robert Bovington Almeria Robert is an English writer of travel books. He has lived in Roquetas de Mar (Almeria) with wife Diane since 2003.
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Next to the theatre is the amphitheatre, where many a gladiator fought in Roman times. These days, it is also a venue for the Classical Theatre Festival. The Puente Romano is a bridge over the River Guadiana, which is still used by pedestrians. It is big, especially for its time, with 60 arches and a length of more than 800 metres. The Templo de Diana was one of the most majestic buildings in
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LONG-STANDING: The theatre, dating back to Roman times, is still used today to stage classical plays and operas.
Merida’s Roman statue.
was one of the gateways into the old city. The Acueducto de los Milagros is spectacular. It consists of three rows of arches and was built by the Romans to supply water to the city from the Proserpina reservoir. Other relics of Merida’s Roman heritage are dotted around the city including more than 36,000 items in
place to stay in the city; it is the Parador. Like other buildings in this historic city its architectural features have been perfectly preserved, like the steeples that still grace the roof, the Baroque doorway and the Mozarab style gardens with its Roman column remains. Yes, Merida is a perfectly preserved historic city.
the National Museum of Roman Art. The city continued to prosper after the Romans left and became the centre of Visigothic culture in the seventh century. The Basilica de Santa Eulalia is an example of one of the buildings constructed during this period. Incidentally, Santa Eulalia is the patron saint of Merida. The Arabs came next, in 713 AD.
The Moors built the Alcazaba de Merida over the ruins of the old Roman fort as a protection against foreign attacks. It is an impressive fortress that still contains relics from Roman, Visigoth and Arabian periods. Later, the Knights of the Order of Santiago adapted it. They made it their residence following the Reconquest in 1228 by Alfonso
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IX of Leon. One of the buildings added to the Alcazaba was the Conventual Santiaguista, which currently houses the Extremaduran Government. More recently, a former 18th century convent has been restored. It is located in the Plaza de la Constitucion, right in the historic heart of Merida and is a perfect
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Elbow pain – Is it Golfer’s, Tennis or something else? GOLFER’S ELBOW affects the inside of the elbow; bending the wrist and fingers inwards towards your palm is often painful. Tennis Elbow on the other hand often causes pain in the outer, bony part of the elbow and can make grasping or holding an object painful, even something as light as a cup of tea! Both are ‘overuse’ injuries and could just as easily be called ‘Plasterer’s Elbow’ or ‘Painter’s Elbow’ as they are not necessarily caused by the sport they are named after. What else might cause elbow pain? Many things can cause elbow pain; for example, a previous injury and when compounded by sport or overuse can cause similar symptoms. The same thing can happen for example when the other arm or shoulder is injured, causing the opposite muscles to become overworked and painful. Neck and shoulder problems can also interfere with nerve and muscle function which lead to symptoms in the elbow. Sometimes the brain gets confused making you think that one part of the body hurts when, in fact,
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One of the biggest issues is always getting an accurate diagnosis of the pain
the real source of trouble is elsewhere. This curious (and clinically important) phenomenon is known as referred pain. Get an accurate diagnosis! One of the biggest issues is always getting an accurate diagnosis. I often see patients who complain of having had treatment but the problem has not been resolved. If we are talking of neck or shoulder problems, no amount of treatment at the elbow will resolve the pain there. What to do? Both Golfer’s Elbow and
ELBOW INJURIES: Not necessarily caused by the sport they are named after. Tennis Elbow affect the tendons within the elbow joint (the bits that join muscles to bones). The problem with tendons is that they have a poor blood supply so are slow to heal. The first thing to do is REST and apply ICE to the joint. Do this as soon as you feel any discomfort. Tennis players can lessen strain by reducing
racquet and grip size. Similarly, with golfers, an incorrect grip size can put too much strain on the arm. Golfers also need to check their technique, so a lesson with a pro to check your swing might be a good investment. If you wince or get pain when you strike a divot this can be a sign that there is a problem. Many people are
offered steroid injections to manage elbow problems. While these do give some short-term pain relief they can cause major problems long term. The cortisone in the steroids actually rots the tendons and ligaments in the joint, so the treatment for your poorly tendon actually makes your tendon much, much worse. Correct technique, combined with the most up-to-date physiotherapy techniques and correct support for your sport and activities, gets good, long-term results. For more information about elbow or indeed any other problems, please call us on 952 883 151 or go to www.TheBodyworksClinic. com.
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Giving birth later reduces risk of womb cancer WHILE women who have children earlier are less likely to suffer from complications during pregnancy, giving birth later in life has its advantages, too. Women who have their last baby when they are 40 or older have a 44 per cent decreased risk of developing womb cancer than those who have their children by age 25, a study shows. The risk begins to decrease after
age 30 by around 13 per cent for each five-year delay in last births, a team from the University of Southern California found. Those who have their last child between age 30 and 34 reduced their risk by 17 per cent compared to those who last gave birth before age 24. Those between age 35 and 39 reduce their risk by 32 per cent. “The size of this study definitely
ADDED BENEFIT: Having last baby when 40 or older decreases risk of womb cancer by 44 per cent.
shows that late age at last birth is a significant protective factor after taking into account other factors known to influence the disease – body weight, number of children and oral contraceptive use,” said study leader Dr Veronica Setiawan. Funded by the National Cancer Institute, the research examined 8,671 cases of womb cancer and around twice as many control subjects.
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The expert way to a healthy, dazzling smile WHO wouldn’t like to have beautiful and healthy teeth? Unfortunately, we are not all blessed with them and must therefore seek professional assistance. However, one often underestimates the importance of each stage of treatment until it is too late. In the field of plastic surgery, patients usually have a definite request; in dental treatments hardly ever. The teeth should just be beautiful and white.
Teeth have to match that person’s type; they are the centre of your outward personality. “Teeth are the most beautiful jewels for either a woman or a man!” People with a gleaming, bright smile experience a different status in society because the teeth are an important element of the level of someone’s general health. And yet the teeth often come last. How to choose whose hands you want to put yourself in for the best possible success
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‘Teeth are the most beautiful jewels for either a woman or a man!’ depends on four points. First of all that the patient knows what he/she wants. Secondly, that the dentist understands the needs of the patient. Thirdly, that the technician can achieve the desired result and, last but not least, that the assistant can co-ordinate everything. In order to achieve the optimum result, the dentist and the technician must have the same level of competence. The recommendations that come mostly from friends or
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can be. Since the distribution is usually controlled by dentists this can start a price war between the laboratories and therefore the quality can suffer. The result depends on the artistic skill and which techniques and materials are used. Techniques have moved on and materials used have advanced to now replace metal. From nonprep veneers, as easy as focal lenses, entire structures for jaw implants to complicated double constructions. There is a very
robust and translucent ceramic which can be used for aesthetic veneers, crowns and small bridges. Zirconium dioxide is used mainly for large 14-piece structures. It is 100 per cent anti-allergic and compatible with gums and bones, and the nerve friendly property makes it ideal against sensitivity to hot and cold. It is easy to clean and also helps to prevent periodontitis. White and beautiful are not the only aesthetic points, the teeth also have to look natural; they have to fit in.
TEAM KROH DENTAL: From left: Peter Michael Kroh, Dental Technician; Dr Tonny Nielsen; Belen Sanchez, Assistant. All members of the team have the same level of competence. You can follow the preparation of a zirconium crown on YouTube in ‘Team Kroh Dental’. It is always the same process; the dentist prepares the tooth, makes an imprint and sends this to the lab where the work is finished. Do not miss a visit to the lab to discuss the work and to follow it up because you should be satisfied and it should last for many years. The advantage of coming to us is because we have the great combination of
everything we have told you about, because we do everything under one roof and thus an optimum service is guaranteed. Minor changes can be done on the spot which saves both time and money. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call and we will be happy to offer you free advice and tips, even if you are not a current client. Tel: 952 81 83 18 info@teamkrohdental.com
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When my class becomes passionate about a lesson or activity. Savanna Hvaark, teacher
A cup of tea. Winning the EuroMillions would also make me happy. Vicki McLeod, 42
My children telling me they miss me when I’m away. Lee Graham, aka EWN columnist Leapy Lee Spending money: buying new things gives me a rush. Nicole Daly, 23, assistant director
A bottle of Mitsouko and a packet of biscuits. Also having learnt not to expect to be happy all the time makes me happiest of all. Linda Hall, 67, EWN columnist Cuddling up to my cat at home after a long day at work. Jessica Paez Time alone with the guy I’m seeing. Jennifer Sancho, student Kissing my wife and son before they go to bed. Santi Gago, 41, web designer Knowing someone loves and appreciates me. Melissa Matthisen, 23, teacher
Throwing stones in the water and hearing the bubbles. Mario Almafi, 52, optometrist Clocking out at work after a long day. Marta Llorente, 37, customer service
With tax increases, more than 25 per cent unemployment and ongoing austerity plans, it is far from sunshine all the way for many in Spain. But with scientists recently revealing a positive outlook can guard against heart attacks, EWN’s Michael Wahba asked people from Mallorca to the Costa Blanca, from Almeria to the Costa del Sol and beyond, to reveal the little things that never fail to make them instantly happy.
A mature holistic Spanish garden with great mountain views and sufficient shade to enjoy the 25th summer in Spain. Dick Handscombe, EWN Gardening columnist
Seeing my grandkids who live more than three hours away. Steven Jones, taxi driver
When CF Malaga win. Jose Luis Sanchez, student
Every new thing my disabled son Tomas does unexpectedly and against the odds. Gill Gregory, currency trader Good food, company and conversation. Enjoying my free time, being silly and having a laugh. Simplest pleasures are the most rewarding. Jane Plunkett, freelance writer Cruising through mountains on my HarleyDavidson on a day off. Alejandro Alcalá, 26, hotel receptionist Animals in general and my three dogs. Kara Madden, student Being in good health. Patrick Keane, 60, bar owner
Training and the feeling after a successful workout. Ickie Roest, 19, blacksmith
The cool feeling upon diving into the water in summer. Pepe Garzon
Family, friends, work and a lot of sunshine. Jessica Avery Sunlit countryside, a smile from a loved one, and the first faltering steps of your child or grandchild. Jim Collins, EWN contributing columnist Lying in bed with my boyfriend. Mercedes Arguello, receptionist Having a job. Natali Trujillo, 22, graphic designer Relaxing at home knowing I have reached my objectives: at work and in kickboxing training. Alejandro Moreno, 20, shop assistant Soaking up the sun on holidays in Cyprus. Amy Thomas, 22, waitress Visiting my big family in England and Spain at Christmas and on other occasions. James Atteck, 28, engineer
how fortunate we are living in Spain. Michael Walsh, EWN freelance writer and columnist Seeing puppies in the street that I can cuddle. Oli Baxter, aged 9 Reggae and rock music. Max Vandefontana, 24, chef Playing board games with friends. Flor Semeria, student Seeing business coming through. Sally Corboy, 52, business owner Sipping a piña colada. Nora Louise, student Girls.
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Getting approval from a customer when I finish their hair. Aida Fall, 34, hairdresser
Going through items bought after a day’s city shopping. Catherine Keane, 27, retail assistant
Training every day for rugby, playing games, and even better when we win. And going to games in general. David O’Brien, student
Keeping up to date with events and the weather in the UK. This reminds me
Waking up to a sunny day. Jill Turner, 54, retired civil servant
Going through family and travel photos. Melanie Ferrou, 26, accountant Music festivals. Mateo Muñoz, 20, labourer Money. Ben Malloy, 23, customer service YouTube videos. I also like to watch comedies online. Samira Boushaken, law student My twin boys and girl. My sons used to pick on my daughter but now they’re growing to protect her, and love playing princess and guards. Angela Vidal , 27, psychologist Going out with family for meals (because they pay for it). Abigal Avery, 19, barmaid Anything that involves mosaic. Felipe Villafranca, 32, architect Hearing good news from family in Scotland; we don’t talk very often. Zara Jane, 37, barmaid Smoking.
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beans. Kirsty Aspey, 19, barmaid Sudoku and crosswords. Skylar Huntsman, 29, mother Reality TV shows. All versions in Europe and the Americas. Mariella Moreno, 25, unemployed
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• BRIDGE CLUB Los Boliches: 645 684 756. • HARMONY SINGING in Benalmadena Costa 952 560 651 • ROTARY CLUB MarbellaGuadalmina: 2pm lunch at Restaurante Cortijo del Guadalmina, San Pedro de Alcantara. 952 888 077. www.rotaryclub-marbella-g.org.
Friday
• MODERN JIVE CLUB ‘rocks’ Duquesa. Beginners welcome. www.jivespain.com or 635 717 211. •ADANA COFFEE MORNING, 11am in Plaza Manilva (Estepona): 952 800 975. • BRIDGE CLUB Los Boliches meets at Cafe Manilla 1.45pm to 5pm. New players welcome. 645 684 756/951 081 984. • DIABETIC SUPPORT GROUP 952 464 184. • BUDDHIST PHILOSOPHY group meets at Marbella sangha in English at 8.30pm. Contact Tony billings@telitec.com or 952 852 190. • TRIPLE’S 11.30am Lauro Golf. 952 417 452. • U3A Marbella COFFEE MORNING 11am. www.u3a.es or 622 670 158.
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Church services •ANGLICAN CHAPLAINCY, St Andrew’s Church, Los Boliches: 952 472 140. •ANGLICAN CHURCH Costa del Sol West: Holy Communion Sundays. 952 808 605.
•CH U R C H O F S C O T L A N D S e r v i c e Lux Mundi, Fuengirola, Sundays 10.30am. 951 260 982.
•ARK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, Fuengirola - Evangelical family church - Sundays 11am. 952 592 171.
•ELIM FAMILY FELLOWSHIP Sunday service: 11am in Benalmadena Costa and 3.30pm in San Pedro de Alcantara. www.elimfamilyfellow ship.com. 695 115 496.
•CALAHONDA CHURCH - Evangelical Christian Fellowship - Sundays 4.30pm 952 588 160. www.calahonda church.com.
•ROMAN CATHOLIC MASS in English, Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre, Fuengirola, 12pm. 952 474 840.
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• MALAGA HASH HOUSE HARRIERS - a drinking club with a running problem - meet friendly people who enjoy running and walking in the Malaga countryside. www. malagahhh.com, email: robertand marisa@hotmail.com or 637 544 761. • CAR BOOT SALE at petrol station Europe on A357 between Cartama and Alora.
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•TABLE-TENNIS CLUB, Benalmadena. Children welcome. Call 663 138 062 or drtfranklinkim32@ yahoo.com.
• ICE COFFEE MORNING: www.siberme.com or 952 802 549.
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•ROYAL ANTEDILUVIAN ORDER OF BUFFALOES España No 1 Lodge meet at Woodies/Peacock Bar, Avenida de Bonanza, Benalmadena at 7pm. Call 952 563 950. • MODERN JIVE CLUB ‘rocks’ Calahonda. Beginners welcome. www.jivespain.com or 635 717 211. • AL ANON – Help for family and friends of alcoholics – meets 8.30pm. Tel: 670 635 201. • BRIDGE CLUB Los Boliches meets at Cafe Manilla 1.45pm to 5pm. New players welcome. 645 684 756/951 081 984
• CHICAGO BRIDGE, Estepona small friendly group 4.30pm Age Concern centre. 952 780 243. • TORREMOLINOS AND DISTRICT SOCIAL CLUB at ‘The Bailey’ Torremolinos. 952 386 172. • SEPE COFFEE MORNING, La Alqueria: 610 775 413. • THE ACHIEVERS TOAST MASTERS CLUB, Nueva Andalucía: 646 533 112. • LIONS CLUB La Cala de Mijas: Second and fourth Wednesday of month. 952 404 323.
•ROMAN CATHOLIC MASS in English: St Andrew’s Chapel, Los Boliches, Saturdays 6.30pm; Calvario Church, Marbella, Sundays 11am. 951 153 340. •ROMAN CATHOLIC MASS in English, Arroyo de la Miel, Parroquia de la Inmaculada, Plaza de la Estacion, with Father Joe Crawford, Saturdays 1pm. •ST ANDREW’S CHAPLAINCY - 952 461 662 or 952 582 499. BATIST CHURCH, Arroyo del la Miel: Sunday English Service 4pm, Conjunto Zodiaco, Edificio Aries, C/ Sagitario. Call 952 447 967.
• COSTA BOOK CLUB, Hotel Tamisa, second Monday of month. 677 251 058.
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• MODERN JIVE CLUB ‘rocks’ Cancelada. Beginners welcome. www.jivespain.com or 635 717 211. • ACE BRIDGE, 4pm at Pueblo Lopez. Computer scoring also Mon, Thurs and Sat. Contact 952 485 678 or ace.bridgeclub@yahoo.com. • AGE CARE ASSOCIATION: El Zoco, Calahonda 11am-1pm – 655 903 182. www.agecarecosta.org. • AGE CONCERN Estepona and Manilva:acesteponaymanilva@age concern-espana.org or 650 163 928.
• LUX MUNDI DUTCH LANGUAGE LIBRARY, Calle Nueva, Fuengirola, 3pm-5pm. • MABS Cancer Support Group: 952 833 568. • MARBELLA HEALING CIRCLE fortnightly: www marbellahealing circle.com. • SOUTHERN SOUND BARBERSHOP CHORUS Lux Mundi, Fuengirola, 5pm-6pm. 952 473 051.
Wednesday
•MODERN JIVE CLUB ‘rocks’ San Roque. Beginners welcome. www.jivespain.com or call 635 717 211.
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• FREETHINKERS GROUP: Informal get-togethers for humanists, rationalists, secularists, atheists, agnostics and sceptics to exchange views and ideas and have social outings with like-minded people. Email costadelsolfreethinkers@ gmail.com.
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COME A STRANGER, LEAVE A FRIEND: Macari’s and Baby Murphy’s Music Bar and Restaurant. Advertising Feature
Baby Murphy’s and Macari’s Fish and Chips open in Banus JUNE MURPHY and Romano Macari have opened a music bar and restaurant called Baby Murphy’s and a Macari’s Fish and Chip shop next door, in Puerto Banus. June Murphy has been in the bar and restaurant business all her life while Romano Macari is from the famous Macari family. His father started in the fish and chip business in 1947. Macari’s became famous for their good quality fish and chips. There are now more than 60 Macari’s
HAVING FUN: (From left) Romano Macari, Ros Flannigan, June Murphy and Vincent Flannigan. shops in and around Dublin. Romano has celebrity family members including his cousin Lou Macari who played for Manchester United FC and two actress daughters. Virginia stars in the reality TV show Dublin Housewives and Sonia is a Hollywood actress, starring in the TV series The Tudors and Glee, among others. June and Romano came to Spain eight years ago and opened Murphy’s Law, an Irish bar in Puerto Marina in Benalmadena, which they rented out two
years ago, moving to Puerto Banus. “We took it easy for a while but as the bar and chipper business is in our blood we decided to start up a business again,” said June. She and Romano designed and built the bar and restaurant themselves, with a helping hand from June’s brother, David Murphy. They offer a friendly service with entertainment seven nights a week. “You come into our bar as a stranger and leave as a friend,” said June. “We are putting together
a great line-up of entertainment including quizzes, talent competitions, Spanish lessons, tarot card readings, among other activities.” The fish and chip shop and bar opens 12 noon2am. They do a threecourse daily lunch for €10.95 and Sunday lunch for €12.95, €14.95 for two courses and €17.95 for three courses. They serve snacks, sandwiches, evening meals and healthy options; something for all tastes at very reasonable prices.They cater for clubs, parties, conferences and much more. To get to Baby Murphy’s take Exit 174 on the N340. It is next door to Macari’s Irish Fish & Chips across from La Sala. To make a reservation call 677 094 304 or 951 319 690. Find them on Facebook Baby Murphy’s Music Bar and Restaurant.
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Shaggy’s brings the marina to life THE marina in Fuengirola comes alive each evening to the sounds of live entertainment provided by Shaggy’s Music Bar. Located in the centre of the port, Shaggy’s is renowned as an evening meeting place. With drinks and a large variety of cocktails at reasonable prices it provides a great place to
enjoy some of the coast’s best entertainers. Sunday also sees live music during the afternoon with three different acts performing. Last Friday saw a special event organsed by Shaggy’s when Vidal the ‘Multi Music Man’ performed, and the port of Fuengirola was in Samba fever. Vidal’s extraordinary live music
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By Bryan Rand RESTAURANTE Le Papillon de Marbella is perfectly positioned right by the beach at Playa Real in Urbanisation Marbesa. You can relax to the gentle lapping of the waves whilst enjoying an excellent meal. Le Papillon is open for lunchtime meals or snacks, a drink, or for a romantic evening meal where you can marvel at the stunning sunsets over the sea. The terrace is large with a great view and there is plenty of room to dine inside. There is live music on Sundays and many of the diners were enjoying themselves on the dance floor throughout the day. As well as the attentive staff, the great location and reasonable prices, we thoroughly enjoyed the food, too. Starters ranged from avocado and prawns to a great tasting and beautifully presented rocket salad with grilled goat’s cheese and caramelized apple. For the main course there was an extensive fish menu including traditional gilthead or sea bass in rock salt, medallions of monkfish in lobster sauce or, my choice, the salmon in Noilly Prat sauce with mustard grains. Meat dishes included chicken Kiev, moussaka, steaks and my partner’s choice, a mouthwatering rack of lamb, served with potatoes au gratin and a selection of fresh vegetables. The delicious salmon was accompanied by boiled potatoes and vegetables. It was hard to choose a dessert. I thought it would be the crepes suzette at first, but the previous courses were more than adequate, so I opted for the caramelized pineapple which I really enjoyed, and my other half had the deep filled apple pie. A good choice of wine complements the cuisine. Le Papillon is an ideal place for any type of celebration or party. Thank you to all the staff at Le Papillon for a great evening. We will be back. It is a lovely, romantic restaurant that I am sure many of you will come to enjoy time and again.
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Involuntary urine in dogs Hi Connie We have two bitches (sisters). They are just coming up to five years old. We had them both from three weeks and they have the run of a very large garden. The problem began when the weather started to get very hot. One of them would lay on the settee in a deep sleep, and her back end would be wet. We thought she was sweating on the leather, but she was peeing and did not awake. A few days later the same thing happened, and now it has progressed and she will start leaking wherever she is. When Connie’s Pets Corner told off she puts her tail - Sponsored by Cat and Dog between legs. World Kennels They have always been For 24-HOUR VETS visit clean dogs, ask to go out in the costadelsol24hvets.euroweeklynews.com to garden to pee, morning and If you have any questions, please write at connie-pets@euro weeklynews.com me night, and are never kept in all I’ll be happy to help. day. recommends Cat and Dog World and dog her boards Connie My wife hates the thought of Tel: 952 112 978 Mob: 630 197 435 Web: www.cat-and-dog-world.com having a dirty dog. Regards, Brenda and Dennis dog verbally to an extent that the poor darling puts her tail between her legs. If Dear Brenda and Dennis, she knew what she had done wrong she I have a question. Why have you not would not do it again. been to your vet? You cannot punish a This is a common problem with females
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Community, town hall, and Mancomunidad ANYONE buying a property in Spain knows or soon finds out that they have to pay rates to their town hall and usually fees to their community. The surprise comes when they find they are also paying a bill from something called a ‘Mancomunuidad.’ Most properties are either part of an urbanisation or an apartment building where the owners form a community and are collectively responsible for the internal running costs of their community – maintenance, insurance, administration etc. These costs are then divided between the owners and each pays their share. In municipal areas, the town hall will pay for the external running costs - rubbish collection, street cleaning, lighting, public gardens and similar. The residents then pay their rates or IBI, as it is known and maybe one or two other taxes to cover these costs. With town hall rates no extra charges are suddenly levied to cover breakages, theft or extraordinary work. All fairly normal and understandable. In some communities and urbanisations, responsibility for road repairs, street lighting, neighbourhood cleaning,
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sewage pipes etc has not been adopted by the town hall and the cost of these facilities and services must be paid by the local community themselves. However if such facilities are used by more than one urbanisation or community, then the costs and the responsibility falls to all the communities involved and a Mancomunidad or EUC must be formed. Just as an urbanisation is a community of owners, a Mancomunidad is a community of communities or urbanisations. It is governed by the same laws and acts in the same way, taking responsibility for the costs and the running of shared facilities. It can form committees, appoint an administrator and make decisions, its members are the elected presidents of the communities involved. It is a commonwealth of mutual interest, that pools
responsibility and resources. The Mancomunidad also send out bills to their communities. A home or business owner in such a situation will have to pay out to, their town hall, their community and their Mancommunidad. Mancomunidad bills unlike the town hall rates also include the costs incurred for extraordinary works plus unforeseen and additional expenses that are associated with these maintenance or repair costs. As a Mancommunidad is not part of the town hall, nor therefore its budget, sensible communities and their Mancomunidad will have a financial reserve, a buffer, as cost can be steep and sudden. In some areas the Mancomunidad is even responsible for the large mains electrical
substations, the transformers. Owners may complain why should I pay these Mancomunidad fees as well as town hall rates? Quite simply the local town hall, may not be and never has been, responsible for the facilities and up-keep of certain areas within their municipality. Permission to commercially develop an area may have only been granted, provided the developers and subsequently the owners, accept responsibility for the community facilities. Which again, could include the roads that link the urbanisations, the foot paths, its street lighting sewage and drains. In other cases developers, especially at the end of the property boom, may have legally or otherwise - just run off, leaving the owners high and dry, literally as the dust settled or simply done such a poor job in the first place it now needs replacing or finishing. Although these costs of the Mancomunidad may not have been made clear to a new owner at the time of purchase or for a later re-sale, the fact remains they are responsible. So as always, it is good to find out how deep the water is before jumping in when buying a property. As usual, we at Intercala Administration and Solicitors strongly suggest you seek proper and competent advice in all matters regarding the law.
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EXCESS HOMES: The Government are trying to attract buyers from abroad.
Spanish embassies to sell off real estate EXTERNAL AFFAIRS will use Spanish embassies all over the world to try to sell the excess homes left over from the property boom. In the financial crisis few Spaniards can buy homes any more, and the Government will try to solve the problem by attracting buyers from abroad. Last year’s campaign to sell homes to foreigners failed, and the legal issues related to zoning are thought to be the reason why buyers lost confidence in the Spanish market.
Nevertheless, given the change in the ‘Coast Law’ (Ley de Costas), formerly illegal homes, on public coastal areas have a 74-year permit to be used. This use includes selling, buying and minor renovation works on homes that have already been built. However, new constructions on protected land will be punished. The change has created controversy among ecologist associations including Greenpeace, who have declared that this measure is “sacrifices public sea and land domains to property speculation and private interests.” The embassies have been asked to inform foreign buyers of these changes and promote property sales.
Shopping mall all set A NEW shopping mall may soon be built in Velez-Malaga, despite the town hall’s previous position which favoured small and medium-sized companies. The company Taramillas Zona Empresarial, which is represented by the head of Velez’s business association (ACEV), Jose Cotilla, has proposed building a shopping mall on a 90,000m2 plot close to ‘El Ingenio’ shopping centre. The company is currently negotiating the terms for a change in the plot’s zoning category, which is currently protected from building. If the town hall finally accepts the proposal, it will be an important change in the local
government’s position regarding the importance of helping small and medium-sized companies. Mayor Francisco Delgado defended this change of heart by saying that this project is smaller than the 600,000m2 project the previous government had been considering and also that it will create employment. “I am not going to let an investment that can create employment and bring money to the town go elsewhere,” declared Delgado. However, he also pointed out that he would do everything in his hands to reach a consensus with local businessmen and the political opposition.
Park project BENALMADENA Town Hall plans to finish the construction of Antonio Andrade park in Arroyo de la Miel after a hiatus. The 300-metre-long park that is being constructed above the railway tracks has a project budget of €1.5 million. There will be two distinct areas, explained the council. The busier western section will include a children’s playground, a bandstand, and an amphitheatre. The remaining part of the park will include gazebos and will be a “great place for relaxation.”
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the mountain, just before 10, to signify that it was breakfast time included the following: • Harvest vegetables and fruit for the day • Weed along the rows of sweetcorn and spray them with neem oil in water to prevent insect attacks on the forming cobs • Spray the fruit trees with neem • Place a bird net over the kiwino bushes • Feed the goji berries • Place paper tubes over bunches of grapes to reduce bird damage • Cut some alfalfa for our rabbits and chickens. Fruits harvested this morning were strawberries, blackberries and raspberries. By the end of the month we should also enjoy figs, grapes, kiwinos and almonds. Interestingly, the crops of these four fruits are excellent this year while we can expect few olives in the autumn. After breakfast it was time to set the solar cooker to face the sun to
cook a rabbit stew for dinner. Since it cooks slowly the stew is unlikely to dry out and burn so one can get on with other things, like writing articles, without a worry. By the way we purchased a kit to assemble the solar cooker from www.alsol.es. When going in to wash hands before breakfast, we found ants coming through the open window. We tried spraying them with aftershave. They all died immediately and the bathroom smelt nice as well. So no need to use sulphur powder or chemicals there. This evening there will inevitably be some watering to do and the squash and melon plants are due for a dusting with sulphur powder. But it won’t take long and a long summer evening can then be enjoyed including eating the rabbit stew with a good red wine from the garden of good friends Les and Lorraine, who will be well known to many U3A gardening groups. So, for now, enjoy
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Discover the Rodizio experience A tradition going back to the 1500s, now in a modern and exciting setting
LAST Friday saw the opening of a new genre of restaurant in Fuengirola. Macarena is a Rodizio style restaurant located beneath Las Piramides Hotel. The restaurant offers an excellent Brazilian-style service and a modern, attractive décor which helps to create a warm, elegant atmosphere. Rodizio owes its origins to the fireside roasts of the gauchos of Southern Brazil, traditionally from the Pampa region. Centuries ago, at the end of a working day, a skewer of freshly grilled meat was passed around again and again. The rodizio is a really different and fun way to enjoy food. Here’s how it works. Once you are seated at you table you can enjoy a complimentary Caipirinha cocktail. This traditional Brazilian drink, prepared with lime, sugar, ice and Cachaça, has become a global phenomenon. Cachaça - or ‘KASHAH-SA’ - is a spirit made from fermented sugarcane and it is the most popular alcoholic beverage in Brazil. Its origins date back to the 1500s. When you are ready, take a plate and visit the gourmet salad buffet. The buffet is neat, appetizing and offers a large variety including prawns and Serrano ham. Once you are back at your table and ready for meat to be served, as in the style of a typical Brazilian ‘churrasqueria’, the server, passador (meat carver) walks among the tables and comes to you with knife and skewer (espeto) on which the grilled meat is speared. Part of every place-setting is a little pair of tongs. As the server starts to slice the meat, you grab it with the tongs, then he slices it through. Macarena offers a wide selection of 20 types of meat prepared to original recipes, all of them spit-roasted and served right off the cooking spit, and sliced at the table. Everything is piping hot, yet moist; it is clear that items have been brought directly from the grill to the table. The passador will also offer 16 different types of side dishes including vegetables, rice, varied styles of potato and fried banana. The pacing is pleasant. You have enough time to savour each item before the next one arrives, but you are never short on food and they will continue to serve you until you signify that you are replete. A pure carnivore’s delight: all you need is a hearty appetite! The menu lists a selection of fish dishes for the non meat-eaters and with a buffet-only option Macarena provides a satisfying meal for vegetarians and carnivores alike. There is an extensive range of national and imported wines as well as a range of cocktails equally as famous as the Caipirinha.
A TASTE OF BRAZIL: Dancing girls, Caipirinha cocktails, meat freshly cut from the skewer and a fabulous carnival atmosphere. For dessert, you could try homemade flan, a traditional Brazilian dessert similar to custard. A large serving, creamy and firm, with a caramelized topping that is satisfyingly sweet. An exciting highlight of the Macarena
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Car Boot Sale HIPPODROMO Car Boot. Every Sunday. Sell your unwanted items or grab a bargain. 654 144 414 / 651 585 862 (96873)
Car Hire
Chimney Services APEX CHIMNEY SERVICES, professional sweeping, fault detection, smoke testing. Qualified, legal and fully insured. Tel: Bob 696 320 202 (95283)
Chiropractors CHIROPRACTIC Steiner Clinics. British trained, fully qualified, registered chiropractors. Specialists in back and neck pain, sciatica and sports injuries. Edif. Panorama 2a floor no 20 Marbella Torre Real, km 184 in front of Funny Beach, Coca Cola Can. For appointments call, Marbella 952 866 661, Estepona 952 798 296 (100457) MARBELLA Chiropractic. Free spinal check. Mark Lane, Australian trained, licensed chiropractor. C.C. Guadalmina. San Pedro de Alcantara. 952 880 398 www.marbellachiropractic.com
Classes
BOOK your Gibraltar/La Linea car hire online at www.brunoscar.com. Malaga and Gibraltar car hire with inclusive rates. Also cheap airport parking, Malaga. 952 891 415 (98017) T1
Car Transport www.cartransportunique.co m, Spain UK Spain, car transport, best rates, call 664 600 806, www.cartransportunique .com (98178)
Carpentry CARPENTER cabinet maker, Irish. Available for all types of property maintenance, plumbing, painting, electrical, kitchens and bathrooms renovated etc. 30 years experience. Very reliable. Tel: 952 441 955 / 677 087 575 (101611)
Catering PERSONAL CHEFS take the stress. PROFESSIONAL, FLEXIBLE, REASONABLE. Spanish cookingbreaks.com/personalchef-service.html or call Pam 671 176 653 (97779)
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WINDOW Cleaning, professional, established 12 years. Friendly, reliable service. Call Mike 670 765 742 (99341)
Dance
Computers
Fencing Services DANCE Classes. MODERN JIVE CLUB. Five fabulous venues along the coast, dancing every week. Visit: www.JiveS pain.com or call 635 717 211
Domestic App Repairs
COSTASYS computer support and maintenance. Home and office visits. Support Contracts, ADSL, Wireless, Antivirus, Networks, PC Repairs, Hardware and Software. www.costasys.com or call Steven 622 253 592 (89638) T1
Cleaning Services HOME & OFFICE. Fast, efficient and economical. 952 485 026 www.elscleaning.com UPHOLSTERY and steam cleaning sofas, carpets etc… JA Cleaning Services 626 357 955 CARPET & UPHOLSTERY PROFESSIONALLY CLEANED 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE WET OR DRY CLEAN, HONEST,RELIABLE SERVICE. PLEASE CALL 678 808 831 / 952 669 701 (101382) CONEJO CLEANING. All types including regular rentals and holiday lets. Most areas. 20 yrs on the coast. Wendy 635 630 370 / 952 964 407 www.conejo cleaning.com (98030) TOTAL CLEANING SOLUTIONS. PROFESSIONAL AND EXPERIENCED CLEANING SERVICES FROM HOUSE CLEANS, CHANGEOVERS TO FULL COMMERCIAL CLEAN, INCLUDING BAR AND RESTAURANT KITCHENS. CALL 633 061 607 / 659 945 915 (95531)
Entertainment PARTYTIME KARAOKE. Karaoke, Disco, Top Cabaret Artist, Affordable Entertainment, For Your Bar, Restaurant or Private Party www.party timekaraoke.moonfruit.com Tel: 699 767 451 (85885)
UPHOLSTERY & CARPET CLEANING, including leather, thoroughly cleaned. 952 930 472 / 667 430 518. info@www.thorough cleanspain.moonfruit.com (97775)
DOMESTIC Appliance repairs washing machines, fridges, cookers, ovens, water heaters, gas/electric. Professionally repaired, Christian 608 337 497 (97989)
Drainage CLEARFLOW DRAIN SER-
CHAINLINK FENCING erectors, general builders, really competitive prices. Free quotation, no job too big or small, very reliable. Tel: 655 218 466 (97757)
PC DOCTOR desktop and laptop repair centre. Sales and upgrade. ADSL from 20 euro/month. Full range of Internet, Telefonica and Telecom services. Antivirus program 50 euros/year. We cover the coast. Certified & Bilingual technicians. Call Sales 952 591 071. Support 807 488 440 (85148)
MARBLE FLOORS polished. Fast service. Reliable, family run. TERRACOTTA CLEANED and sealed. Wooden floors treated. No job too small. Family run. Cleansol 10am 10pm 7 days all areas. 952 930 861 / 607 610 578. Discount Code: EWN 1 CLEAN
TONY’S MARBLE RESTORATION SERVICE. Marble and terrazo floors, professionally refurbished, quotations without obligation. +34 620 726 875 (98126)
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ROOFS, WALLS, BASEMENTS. Without Damp nor Leaks. Your Local Specialists in Damp Proofing. Free Estimate! 690 049 011 (95493)
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PROFESSIONAL GARDEN CARE. All inclusive. Cleaning. Pruning. Fumigation. And Much More … 647 874 547 (95493) T1 39€ / PALM PRUNING!!! General Tree Care. Dead Tree Removal. Free Quotes! 647 874 547 (95493) T1 TREE SURGERY. Pruning and felling of all kinds of trees. Dead tree removal. Free Quotation!!! 692 960 142 (95493)
VICES. All drain problems solved. More than 25 years on the coast. Telephone 952 885 661 or 630 200 600 UNBLOCKED DRAINS. New Installation & Problem Solving. Professional Service Guaranteed. All Inclusive. Free Estimate! 690 049 011
Electricians
Construction
Gardening
POLISH your marble floor professionally at half price. 671 244 683 (95518) T1
QUALITY hand finished curtains & soft furnishings, professionally qualified, contact Rachel 952 825 766 or visit www.curtain couturemarbella.com (99478)
OVEN CLEANING, DOMESTIC, COMMERCIAL, COMPLETE FITTINGS. LET PROFESSIONAL DO HARD, DIRTY WORK, FROM 35€. 632 569 282 ovencleaning costadelsol.com (98222)
SECOND HAND TOMS. In San Pedro. Furniture bought and sold. House clearances. Best prices paid. Tel: 951 136 531 / 615 404 405 (100053)
Floor Polishing
Curtains
Damp Proofing
OFFICE FURNITURE for sale. 952 765 564 / 622 206 891 (95655)
BLITZ marble grinding, polishing, rustic finish, complete service. Terracotta floor treatments. Marbella. Fully insured. 951 901 614 / 608 455 104 (101335)
PC PROBLEMS solved! Error messages fixed, viruses removed. Hardware and software upgrades available. Also one-toone training. Experienced and reliable service, no callout charge. Paul 630 652 338 / 952 493 859 (95507)
CURTAINS, black-out curtains, 30 colours, voiles, blinds, headboards, soft furnishings and upholstery. Complete Service. Mary 675 813 348 (99368)
SECOND-HAND FURNITURE. HIGH QUALITY AT LOW PRICES. LA NICHE, MARBELLA. 952 765 564 / 622 206 891 / LANICHEMARBE LLA@HOTMAIL.COM (95655)
MARBLE FLOOR (2.50€/m2) WHY PAY MORE. WE CLEAN, CRYSTALLISE THEN POLISH TO HIGH GLOSS NON SLIP. PROFESSIONAL FAST SERVICE. COVER ALL COSTA DEL SOL. 15 YEARS EXPERIENCE, TEL: 671 244 683
COMPUTER HELPLINE. Desktop, laptops, upgraded, repaired. New and used supplied. Internet, Email problems solved. 952 564 274 / 677 702 501 (89597)
CAR HIRE long term from 300€/month. Short term from 70€/week. Delivery & airport service, call 607 334 610 (98165) NO FULL TANK CHARGE, delivery airport, coast and inland. www.rentacar3000.com Tel 639 682 081 or 952 490 692 (94677)
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ELECTRICIAN 16th Edition BS7671 qualified, 24 years experience. Rewires, extra sockets, lights, fault finding etc. www.electrician costadelsol.com Contact electrician.in.spain@gmail .com. Call Ian 650 151 569 (95433)
NEW dog grooming equipment, 1 table, blade cutting machine. Full accessories. 672 116 580
Friendship FIND LOVE IN THE SUN w w w. i w a n t 2 m e e t y o u . c o m . Browse for free Spain’s No 1 online dating site. Bringing ex-pats together. (100329)
Furniture
FUMIGATION. LOCAL EXPERTS for all kinds of pests. General Garden Care. Free Quotation! 647 874 547 (95493) T1 PRIVATE Villas & Communities. Cleaning, gardening, fumigation, pruning, irrigation systems and much more … Free estimate! 951 088 826 (95493) GARDENER. TREES, HEDGES, PALMS PRUNED, LAWNS, FENCING, STRIMMING, GARDEN TIDIED, MAINTENANCE. STEVE 952 383 722 / 616 669 285 / 654 320 567 (100418) GARDENER for private homes, communities, tree pruning, pool maintenance, garden design. Specialist in water systems. Tel: 666 953 892 (100065) 29€/WEEK. Cleaning. Garden maintenance and more … 634 355 441 (95493)
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www.euroweeklynews.com LANDSCAPING ARCHITECTURE. Water features, computer design, all inclusive. Company established 1990. Free Quotation! 634 355 441 (95493)
SAYAN MASSAGE. Your best traditional & tantric massage for ladies and gentlemen. 952 586 339 608 977 260 www.masajessayan.es (101307)
30€ PALM CLEANING. Pruning & fumigation. Tree felling. No tree too tall. Free Quotation! 634 355 441 (95493)
ACRYLIC NAILS (Guaranteed not to lift) and beauty treatment. Mobile inland and also available in La Cala de Mijas. Call Caroline 633 092 098 (97772)
IRRIGATION IRRIGATION SYSTEMS. New Installation and Problem Solving. General Gardening. Free Quotation! 647 874 547 (95493) T1
Gates
WHEATGRASS Juice, flash frozen! Get Healthy, Stay Healthy! Anti Diabetes, Cancer & Ageing? www.ab solutejuice.net Tel: 699 199 805 (98161)
MASSAGE MASSAGE, Torremolinos, Costa del Sol. In calls, out calls, professional massages. 680 709 365 Cesar (101270) RECOVER from fatigue/stress by relaxing Japanese massage. Fuengirola 610 396 186 (204048)
Hire Services SECURE - IT . Manufactures of gates, railings, staircases, stainless steels, etc. You price it, we slice it. We’ll beat any genuine quote. Call for free estimates. 652 625 050 / 952 465 230 www.secureit-spain.com (98204) EXPRESS Metalwork Services. Gates, grilles and rails. On site welding and repairs. Scissor gates. Stainless steel specialists. 952 485 261, 617 065 636. www.express-steel.com (204140)
Golf GOLF CITY Discount Outlet. Benavista turnoff, opposite Crown Plaza Hotel. Massive discounts on all golf clothing and equipment. Beat the airline golf club charges? Quality package sets from 199 euros. Rental sets from 20 euros daily. Golf shoes from 39 euros. 952 896 710. PRO SHOP ATALAYA GOLF CLUB 952 887 702 www.golfci tysports.com (87153)
Handyman Experienced HANDYMAN, electrician, plumbing, painting, decoration. www.handy manspain.com 681 107 418 (93541) HANDYMAN & general maintenance. No job too small. 15 years on coast. Honest, trustworthy & reliable. Call Mark 675 382 808 (99445)
Health & Beauty
MINI DIGGER with skilled operator, all areas covered 678 450 051 (98192)
SANITAS. Affordable private medical insurance linked to B.U.P.A. Phone 952 383 127 or 670 217 272 (96805)
Internet
24/7 Locksmith LOCKSMITH emergency / Appointment. Doors opened without damage, locks changed, patio doors and windows secured, 24 hour honest, fast and reliable service. Call Paul 657 466 803 COSTALOCKS 24/7, LOCKSMITH/ HOME SECURITY, NEW KEYS, KEYED ALIKE, WINDOWS SECURED, SAFES OPENED / INSTALLED, FREE HOME SECURITY CHECK, CALL Debby or Bob 952 660 233 / 667 668 673 CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED WWW. COSTALOCKS.COM (99468)
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SECURITY OF SPAIN – 24 HOUR LOCKSMITH – Lock/Safe opening service. Locks changed / upgraded. Contact Darren Telephone 636 770 865 www.securityofspain.com
Travel Insurance from 6€
International Health Insurance from 90€ per month
Home & Holiday Home Insurance
24 HOUR locksmith. Emergency opening of doors and safes, established since 1993. 617 921 824 (95422)
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Visit us in San Pedro or call:
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SECONDARY additional locks patio door, bar, a specialist where you need extra piece of mind for sliding patio doors, windows etc. 655 825 931
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MINI digger and driver, self drive hire available, sand and stone delivery service 649 526 922 (98135)
Locksmith Auto CAR KEYS lost or need a spare? Keys cut & paired with car, car opening, car key & remotes. Specialist, call Ray 679 831 166
Hot Tubs / Spas HOT TUBS, new, used, bought, sold, hired. Also move & repairs. 691 973 131 / 952 793 398 (93498)
Masseuse
Home Clearances WANTED FURNITURE & household items, houses, gardens, garages cleared, top prices paid, fast reliable service 639 229 607 / 649 977 723 (100416) HOUSE CLEARANCES / LA NICHE, MARBELLA 952 765 564 / 622 206 891 / LANICHEMARBELLA@HOT MAIL.COM (95655) WANTED HOUSE CLEARANCE. We buy anything, best prices paid for your unwanted items. Call mobile 693 480 411 email an nette.goddard@yahoo.co.uk (95519) Wanted house, garages, clearances. Fair prices paid. 617 543 315 (99412)
House Sitting YOUR HOME SECURE from Burglars and Intruders during your Absence. Reference Available! 647 874 547 (95493)
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ABBEYGATE INSURANCE If you are renewing your policy or looking for new cover. Call us, as we are the only Insurance Company in Spain to offer protection on your no claims bonus. Call 952 893 380 (68259) ABBEYGATE INSURANCE Make the right choice and join the thousands of expatriates who have. We provide a friendly personal service, for all your Home, Motor, Health, Travel or Marine insurance. Call 952 893 380 (68259) HEALTH INSURANCE Competitive prices, English worded policies. Pay monthly or annually. All levels of Cover. Premiums from 25.00 euros a month. Tel: 956 795 453 Abbeygate Insurance (68259) ABBEYGATE INSURANCE Car insurance exclusive for expatriates, save up to 50%. Find out about our price pledge on UK plated cars. Home insurance from 50 euros. Tel: 952 893 380 (68259) EU INSURANCE DIRECT Extra Special Offers. Up to 50 euros cashback for car and home insurance (conditions apply) for new customers. For all your Insurance Needs and the Best Price and Best Cover in English, call Wendy on 952 830 843 / 676 098 464 email info@euin surancedirect.com www.euinsur ancedirect.com (97957)
HOSTING - Carrier grade data centre in Elviria, two diesel generators, multiple backbone symmetrical carrier-class connections, BGP4 routing, aircon, secure facilities. For dedicated housing or hostings with serious bandwidth and 99.99% uptime, We can host your servers and applications in our data centre in Elviria. Feel free to visit us to discuss your needs. 951 055 676 www.mercuryinternet.com (98184)
Interpreters PROFESSIONAL INTERPRETERS. All Major Languages. Literary. Legal. Technical. Scientific. 647 874 547 (95493)
Loans LOANS AVAILABLE on all types of paintings, jewellery, watches, silver etc. Any condition. Immediate cash settlement. For more information call into Anthony’s Antiques & Jewellers shops extensive premises at C/Ramon y Cajal 40, Fuengirola. Mobile 609 529 633. Tel: 952 588 795 (85364)
Medium MEDIUM Terry Rose. She can help you by giving more insight in your life and future. By card reading, psychic or mental reading and/or regression therapy. Even reading photos, bracelets or watches. In Nueva Andalucia. Call 693 583 569. email terry.rose@foryou.nl (97808)
Miscellaneous WOODY´S LOS BOLICHES. Greeting Cards, mail to and from the UK. Passport renewals and all adverts for Euro Weekly News – display or classified. Open 9.002.00PM (Sat 10.00 – 2.00PM) One street behind the Confortel, just off Plaza San Rafael, Los Boliches, on C/Poeta Salvador Rueda 93. (Passports Mon to Fri Only). Tel: 952 471 877 (95705)
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Mosquito Screens
WE BUY, Sell, Remove all types of Mobile Homes. We pay CASH and cover all of Spain. More details call Suzi Caley 616 250 727 / 951 063 059 or email suzica ley@gmail.com (100120)
ACE OF SHADES - Unique in Andalucia, Roller, Sliding, Folding. Various colours available inc. wood effect. Tel: 952 493 414 / 671 732 204 / aceofshadesla cala@hotmail.com
MOBILE HOME WOODEN HOUSE ? We buy & sell new and second hand units. Remove, level, repair, transport and build extensions. 30 years experience nationwide. Call us Casas Moviles Europa 952 119 053 WANT TO RELOCATE? We can transport your home and install on to a 12 month park from £4,995 . Annual site fees from €3000. Freephone: 0044 1782 90 80 70 BRAND NEW WILLERBY Siena 32m² home sited within a stylish gated community, 45 minutes from Malaga airport. £19,995. Freephone: 0044 1782 90 80 70
FABULOUS Skoda Fabia 2008 1.4i 16v (Young), 5 door hatchback, low kms. Trendy in black, air con, one lady owner leaving Spain. Was 6,995 euros, now 6,600 euros. Gordon Robertson 608 658785 / 952 832 173 (98145)
ARE YOU GETTING BIT TO S**T? GET YOUR MOSSIE SCREENS MADE TO FIT. GARY 692 209 501
Motor Home Hire IMMACULATE fully equipped, 6 berth Ford Benimar. Fixed dining area, shower, toilet etc. Ready to go. Calahonda. Please Tel: 952 932 989 / 636 055 369 or email: motorhomes pain@hotmail.co.uk (96882)
WANTED SPANISH PLATED CARS
INSTANT CASH SAMANTHA – GORDON
952 83 21 73 608 658 785 www.robertsoncars-spain.com
Motoring
WILLERBY COTTAGE 28x10 sited in ‘La Serrana Hills’ of Pizarra, site open all year round, swimming pool. Only £13,495. Want to view? Freephone: 0044 1782 90 80 70
24/7 Mobility MOBILITY SCOOTERS, electric wheelchairs, wheelchairs, walking frames etc for sale and hire. Delivered to home or hotel. Always a good selection of quality used scooters in stock with guarantee. e.g. used 4 wheel scooter, new batteries €350. Electric wheelchair can go into car €1,595. (Rascal) Partner, €1,995. Rascal Eco 4 boot scooter €2,100 for €1,395. All areas covered. New wheelchairs from €250. For same day delivery phone 609 581 139. Mobility Scooters Direct. www.mobili tyscootersdi rect.com (99298)
Mobility
WWW.BENALCARS.COM Sports, prestige and 4x4’s. Always buying and selling. Telephone 661 351 877 THE GARAGE. Classic car specialist. Workshop and callout. Latest diagnostics including main dealer 2012 Jaguar, Ford, Mazda, Range Rover Evoque. 30€ an hour. Marbella 952 827 443 or 609 503 476. www.eng lishmobilemechanics.com
CAR SERVICES MECHANIC workshop & mobile. All work undertaken. ITVs done. Reasonable rates. Prompt, reliable services 24/7. 620 020 232, 951 165 090 (97994) AUTOMATIC gearbox specialist. Transmatic. All models including classic cars, serviced, repaired and reconditioned. Also 4x4 transfer boxes and power steering. Call/fax 952 796 166 / 952 805 804. email: transmatic2005@ya hoo.com. www.trans matic.es CHIPS AWAY, Marbella, San Pedro. Tlf. 952 853 350. See advert on page 108. (99500)
FOR SALE Blue Badge Mobility SL
Mobility Scooters
Stair Lifts Pool Lifts
Call us 952967015
Tourist Board Awarded Ask For Gary or Sara No Obligation Quotes Www.BlueBadgeMobility.com
All models serviced and repaired. Two years guarantee. Free delivery 952 584 302 / 633 127 901 / 633 128 104 www.mobility-spain.com
Mortgages NEW purchase mortgages from 2.1% up to 100% LTV, resell mortgages 70% from 4.25% with LTV equity release up to 50% LTV. All status considered.. Tel: 951 272 084, 666 709 743 www.thefinancebureau.com
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CLEARANCE SALE NOW ON AT ROBERTSON CARS. Turbo diesel automatic E290 Mercedes, sunroof, 1997, burgundy with black cloth, alloys, old but quality, 1.995 euros. Samantha or Gordon Robertson. 952 832 173 / 608 658 785 www.robertsoncars-spain.com TOYOTA Aygo 2007 1.0 litre VVTi, 5 door hatchback, black with check trim, super economy, any style. Was 5,995 euros, now 4,995 euros. Samantha or Gordon Robertson 952 832 173 / 608 658 785 (98145)
AMERICAN Dream Machine 4x4 SUV Automatic Cadillac 4.6 V8 Sport Luxury, 7 seater, 2006 model. Ivory white with black leather, full opening glass roof, cost over 70,000 euros new. Spanish plates, be quick for this big boy, was 13,995 euros, now 12,995 euros. Samantha or Gordon Robertson 952 832 173 / 608 658 785 (98145) AUTOMATIC /Tiptronic Mercedes 320 CLK Coupe Avantgarde, 2002 model with full Mercedes service history, 115,000kms. 2 owners from new, kept in immaculate condition, blue with black leather, alloy wheels, climate/cruise control, CD player, you won’t buy better, 7,995 euros. Samantha or Gordon Robertson 952 832 173 / 608 658 785 (98145) AUTOMATIC Honda Civic 2010 Vetec Sport, hatchback, only 8,000kms, like new, silver, was 14,995 euros, now 13,995 euros. Samantha or Gordon Robertson 952 832 173 / 608 658 785 www.robertsoncars-spain.com GREAT VALUE Peugeot 107, 2010 5 door, one private owner, bought and serviced by Peugeot and still covered by their warranty, air-conditioning, electric windows, metallic silver, blue interior, only 6,995€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbradycars.com (98211) VW GOLF (Diesel) 1.6 TDI. Blue Motion 5 door 2010, one private owner, 33,000klm only with full service history and still covered by VW warranty, dual climate control and other extras. Polar white, black trim, alloy wheels, a great saving at only 13,995€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 bill bradycars.com (98211) AUTOMATIC/Diesel Toyota Yaris 2006, 5 door, only 66,000klm, from private owner, metallic silver and full electric pack, a very scarce car for only 6,995€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 bill bradycars.com (98211) CITROEN C5 2008, 5 door, 1.8 Inj from private owner, only 44,000klm (30,000mls), new ITV (MOT), metallic graphite gray, climate control, cruise control, light/wiper sensors, alloy wheels and lots more. A fantastic family or business car. Price slashed, was 7,500€, now only 6,995€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbradycars.com (98211) VW Polo 1.4, 2010 5 door from lady owner, metallic black, climate control and full electric pack. A very scarce car, leaving Spain hence this low price 9,995€ 952 838 842 / 609 950 221 billbradycars.com (98211 )
FORD Fiesta 2006, 1.3 ambiente 5 door, silver, air condition, only 50,000kms. Easy and economical, was 4,995 euros, now 4,500 euros. Samantha or Gordon Robertson 952 832 173 / 608 658 785
SMART for two Automatic + Triptronic Sept 2011 with only 8,000klm. Sat/Nav, Bluetooth, I phone connection, metallic black, save a fortune on new price, yes its only 8,995€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 bill bradycars.com (98211)
4x4 AUTOMATIC Lexus RX300 ‘President’ 2005 model, one lady owner, full Lexus service history, low kms. Oyster with beige leather, luxury Lexus at 14,995 euros. Samantha or Gordon Robertson 952 832 173 / 608 658 785 (98145)
TOYOTA Rav-4 2.0 Ltr Inj. 3 door 2003/4, only 33,000klm. New ITV (MOT) and just serviced. Ideal costa jeep, not many at this low price of only 5,995€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbradycars.com (98211)
NEED A CAR? - Can’t get credit? - Self employed? Why not “Rent to Own” your next car? - No loans, no credit checks. HispAuto.com 952 564 912 (98186) WANTED all cars. Any registration, runners or non runners. Embargos no problem. Call now, cash waiting. 687 049 592 or 622 156 022 (99453)
Multiservices MULTISERVICES. General building & reforms. Painting, gardening, pool cleaning, all areas covered. Free Quotation! 647 874 547 (95493)
Painter/Decorator
CHEVROLET Matiz for Sale 2006 90K Fantastic Economical Car €3,200. 607 334 610 (99403) SEAT LEON Stylance, 1.9 TDI, 2007, 140km, dark blue, A/C, MP3, Hands Free Kit, Diesel, One Lady owner. Jan_brown@yahoo.com 670 348 461 ( 99407 ) 1993 GEORGIEBOY 10m, 6 berth motorhome. LHD, P/S, C/C, C/C, offers around 6,000 euros. Tlf: 634 108 686/3
INSURANCE ABBEYGATE INSURANCE. No automatic annual increase on our Motor Insurance, renewal policies. Call 952 893 380 MOTOR INSURANCE. For the most competitive quotes in English call Linea Directa on 902 123 153, you could save as much as 30% and you can transfer your existing no claims bonus. Call Linea Directa on 902 123 153 for motor insurance with a human voice in English from Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm and save money now!
MECHANICS BRITISH MOBILE MECHANICS. Fully qualified, home visits, reasonable prices and repairs for all cars. ITV’s 80€ we come to you 951 400 189 www.mbcmechanics .com 695 913 592 (101500)
REPAIRS AUTO ELECTRICAL Specialist. Over 30 years experience. Cars, commercials & boats. Latest diagnostic equipment. Petrol / diesel fuel injection problems solved. No job too small. Tlf: 647 289 753 (99376)
REGISTRATION CAR TRANSFERS AND IMPORTS PROBLEMS WITH EMBARGOS ON ROAD TAX? SAME DAY COLLECTION OF PAPERS. ENGLISH SPEAKING. PLEASE CALL 633 271 274 (101382)
WANTED WANTED. CARS & JEEPS & camper vans for cash. All makes, LHD, any condition. 693 357 000 (96496)
PROFESSIONAL HOUSE PAINTING and Decoration. Tidy Service Guaranteed. Free Estimate! References Available. 690 049 011 (95493) RAINBOW PINTURAS. English, reliable, professional, painting and decorating company. Free quotations, all areas, all size work undertaken. Tel. Daniel 628 066 308 www.rainbowpin turas.com (101316) IF YOU JUST want the job done, then call the rest. But if you want it done right, then call the best. Sam, simply the best. 35 years experience, 17 years in Mijas. 952 666 025 / 629 546 128 (99300) PAINTER & DECORATOR. Lounges from 120€, bedrooms, halls 60€. Call Dennis, Calahonda. 670 774 527 (97987)
Pensions
CARS, VANS UK OR SPANISH BOUGHT FOR CASH. FREE COLLECTION IN SPAIN AND UK. PLEASE CALL 678 808 837 OR 952 669 701 (101382)
FINDING THAT OLD or forgotten UK pension could increase your retirement income. Contact richard@pensiontrac ing.com (89993)
CAR, VANS BOUGHT WITH OR WITHOUT PAPERS. CASH WAITING 678 808 837 (101382)
Personal
WANTED. All cars, vans, motorbikes and quads. Any registration LHD or RHD in Spain. Cash paid. Prompt collection. 952 963 025 / 663 604 303 (98073) CARS wanted for cash, left hand drive 607 334 610 (99402)
PENSIONER, fit, active, healthy, wishes to meet a lady 60+ to build a lasting relationship. 602 407 575 (99460) SPANISH male, 54, seeks relationship with sincere, optimistic, reasonable, nice humanitarian, good, faithful woman. Jose: +34 619 805 714; jmpb8@yahoo.es (99347)
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PEST CONTROL. Legal Full Certificates. British 952 449 591 Graham (see our module above) (97919) T1 COCKROACHES, ANTS, insects, fleas, mice, rats, wasps, termite specialists. Fumigations, bars, restaurants, houses, etc. Sanitary department officially registered certificates. Guarantee. serving the coast since 1985. Only legal English owned pest control company on the coast. If you want the best then phone N.P.S. Nigel 606 008 940 (95515)
Pets YOUNG DOMESTICATED cats rescued from the killing station need kind homes. Fully vaccinated and neutered, free of charge. We will also deliver to England for a donation to the charity. Please give one of these beautiful cats a home so we can save more from death. Can be seen without obligation at Cat and Dog World Kennels. Tel. 630 197 435 (93398)
CHARITIES ANCRAA – The Andalucian Giant Donkey sanctuary is open to the public every Sunday from 11.00am to 2.00pm, free of charge and needs volunteer helpers for all the Andalucian Giant Donkeys. The Sanctuary can be found by taking the N340 from Marbella/San Pedro towards Estepona and leaving at km164 (just after Agro Jardin Vivero Grande) Look for signs for Parque Botanico, about 3kms to Finca Los Pajaritos for the incredibly interesting, informative and educational few hours. Oh! Of course the donkeys do enjoy a cuddle!! You can also visit the web site www.ancraa.org or email marlene@ancraa.org Tel: 952 790 511 (93318) ADANA THE ANIMAL SHELTER IN ESTEPONA. We always need volunteers to walk and socialise with our dogs and help with cleaning. We also need good homes for our animals who you can see on www.adana.es. Kennels open e ve r y d ay 1 0 - 1 . 3 0 , C a m i n o de Casares, near Parque de los Pedregales, Estepona. (5 minutes from the Poligono) Fo r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n c a l l Marjorie 952 79 74 05 or 636 934 146 (93319)
ACE CHARITY at El Refugio Kennels always needs volunteers to help with dog walking. Its good exercise, a couple of hours any morning of the week. Foster and permanent homes also needed for our many inmates! Vivien 639 991 079 (93320)
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SEPE the horse and donkey charity is open to the public week-ends from 10.00 to 5.00. Volunteers are much needed in all departments and are welcome at anytime. For our riding for the disabled classes, we are also in need of extra helpers. We are nationally registered by the Spanish Ministry of the Interior (164640) but only with your support can we give the equine a voice. If you can just commit to 2 or 3 euros a month it will really help make a difference. You can find us at Lauro Golf Equestrian Centre, Alqueria, Alhaurin de la Torre. Tel. 608 258 950 info@sepeonline.net www.sepeonline.net (93321)
SPECIAL PROMOTION for new clients at Cat and Dog World Kennels. Dogs 10€ per day plus IVA. Tel: 952 112 978. www.cat-and-dog-world.com (97995)
At SOS Animal Refuge we have dogs, young and old looking for homes. Some of our dogs have been with us for some time and would love to find a cosy spot to curl up in and a knee on which to rest their heads. If you have room in your heart and home we would love to hear from you. We do not put our dogs to sleep - no matter how old, they are safe with us. For day to day needs and to pay for veterinary care, we much appreciate the support we receive. We desparately need items to sell on our market stall to help raise funds and are happy to come and collect. So if you are having a clearout, please contact us on 665 682 919 or 605 227 155. If you would like to know more about rehoming, please call 653 257 875. Visit our website www.sos-animals.org or please phone Sandy on 952 385 923 or 666 814 056 if you would like to make a donation or help in any way. (93317) ARCH - THE ANDALUCIAN RESCUE CENTRE FOR HORSES WELCOMES VISITORS AND VOLUNTEERS TO THEIR STABLES ON SATURDAYS FROM 10 - 12 OR BY APPOINTMENT. COME AND HELP OUT, DROP YOUR CHILDREN OFF FOR THE KIDS CLUB ON A SATURDAY, OR SPONSOR OR ADOPT ONE OF OUR HORSES, DONKEYS OR MULES. WE ALWAYS NEED HELP WITH FUND RAISING TO LOOK AFTER THE ABANDONED AND ABUSED ANIMALS. OUR AIM IS TO RESCUE, REHABILITATE AND REHOME. WE ARE A SMALL FRIENDLY TEAM - WHY NOT JOIN US. FIND US IN ALHAURIN EL GRANDE, BEHIND THE VENTA MIRALMONTE ON THE ROAD FROM ALHAURIN TO COIN, (A404), URB. VIÑA BORREGO, FOLLOW THE YELLOW SIGNS. CHARITY REGISTERED WITH THE JUNTA DE ANDALUCIA NO 8448. WWW.HORSERESCUES PAIN.ORG INFO@HORSERES CUESPAIN.ORG ARCHRES CUE@YAHOO.CO.UK TEL:- 635 798 219 OR 656 935 613 OR 620 175 828 (93322)
GROOMING PAWS & CLAWS. Professional dog & cat groomers. All breeds welcome, large or small. Based in Alhaurin el Grande. Contact Berwyn 605 321 903 (101373)
EURODOG Boarding Kennels and Cattery. Under new ownership, fully licensed and sanitary approved. Long/short term. Mijas Costa 952 464 947 / 697 731 171 www.eurodogspain.com (89637)
PETCARE PET HOTEL. Holiday accommodation for dogs and cats. Air conditioned kennels available. Introductory offers for new clients. Tel: 952 112 284 / 685 400 216 www.petcares pain.com (98147) COOL KENNELS AND CATTERY. Air conditioned. Your pets lovingly cared for by English mother and daughter. Near Coin. LA GUNAKENNELS@hotmail.com. Tel 952 112 021 / 606 838 983 (100345) STEFANIE’S KENNELS AND CATTERY, Estepona. Fully licensed, Junta approved, est. 1986. Viewing welcomed 952 790 943 w w w. s t e fa n i e s ke n n e l s . c o m (99331)
Pet Insurance PROTECTAPET. Spain’s leading pet insurance. 965 756 371. info@protectapet.eu (95962)
Pet Transport PET-COURIERS.COM – If you love your pet try us first – we are the best. Door to door service throughout Europe. Specialised vehicles – bespoke service. Full legal service including documentation if required. For further information call or e-mail us: Tel: (0034) 651 033 670 or (0034) 637 066 227. Email: info@pet-couriers.com or www.pet-couriers.com (95495)
Plumbing PROFESSIONAL Plumbing Solutions SL. Electric boiler specialists, English plumber (0034) 952 492 297, (0034) 666 918 387 www.plumberinspain.com (101357) T1 NEED a Qualified Plumber? No call-out charge. Call Vinny 662 682 220. www. costaplumber.es (100058) T1 RETIRED REGISTERED PLUMBER / DRIVER. Needs beer money, any job considered. Free advice, lowest rates. Chris 652 665 380 (93499) PLUMBER: Water heaters repaired, replaced same day. Full bathroom and kitchen reforms, previous work can be seen. References available. Mark Allan 608 454 778 / 952 937 244 (98029) LEAK detection using ultrasound technology, domestic leaks our speciality. Perfectos leak detection 951 047 399 / 622 939 151 (98195) THE IRISH PLUMBER for all your plumbing requirements, all areas covered. 7 days, reasonable rates. 605 206 394 (97993)
Professional Services ASSISTANCE WITH bureaucratic and paperwork issues, tax & Legal advice. 681 107 418 www.easylifespain.com (93541)
PRIVATE DETECTIVE DETECTIVES PRIVATE, Entrellaves (1958), Marbella. All types investigations. www.en trellaves.es. 669 021 002
Property for Sale
ELVIRIA PLOT. 1,530M to build villa 305M. Legal. Bargain. €179,500 951 242 777 db@marbellabc.com (98046) MARBELLA centre, first line beach. 3 beds, 3 baths. Suitable for cash buyer. Price €250,000. 671 244 683 BENALMADENA detached villa in Torremar. Full sea views. 3 bed, 2 baths, pool, garden, parking. Separate outbuilding. 299,999€. 647 585 490 (99457) BUNGALOW. 140m2 - plot size 2500m2. 2 large bedrooms, large kitchen, large utility room, extra large lounge. Air conditioning hot and cold. Chiclana de la Fontera, Cadiz. 215,000€. 956 531 751. 3 outbuildings and a swimming pool. (101461) LA CALA HILLS. Spacious 3 bed, 2 bath apartment, 160m2, underground parking and storage, good outlook and ideally located for all amenities. Realistically priced at 259,000 euros. Call 647 379 427 for further info. EL ROSARIO beachside, 3 bedroom bungalow, open plan. 190,000€ plus mortgage, no qualifying. Call 639 631 807 (97961) SPACIOUS 2 bedroom property in Santa Cruz (Vera Cruz). Large terrace, store, ample parking and community pool. Close to all amenities. 150,000€. 682 769 195 golde@usa.net (99405)
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EL SOTO DE MARBELLA (lowest priced apartment), large, immaculate two bedroom fully furnished corner ground floor apartment with 80m2 private garden. Prestigious development with on-site restaurant, 9 hole golf course, gym, sauna, tennis and spa, set in beautiful subtropical gardens. Final price, bargain only 145,000 euros. Tel Paul 627 134 866 (92607) PARK HOME for sale due to ill health, 2 bedrooms, dining / kitchen, large lounge, fully furnished. Small secure site €25,000 ono. For more info: simmoc1941@yahoo.co.uk or call 634 359 716 (101459) ALHAURIN de la TORRE, Sol Andalusi, spacious furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment. Large terrace, underground parking, storeroom, communal pool, gym, many more facilities. €215,000. Esme 678 457 784 (99448) SELLING? We have buyers waiting for properties like yours. Call Personal Property Finder today. 952 477 205 (97795) PLAYA FONTANILLA, next to all amenities, 200 metres from beach. Duplex apartment, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, lounge, kitchen and terrace, pool. Excellent location. Price 169,000 euros. Jennie Roberts 610 530 733 (101553) BENALMADENA Costa. Townhouse, 3 bedroom, for sale, close to beach. www.casangela.co.uk (100157) DISTRESS Sale 57,000 Benalmadena Costa furnished. One bedroom apartment, pool, gardens near beach. 606 526 618 (204142) BENALMADENA, Torremar 4 bedroom 3 bathroom house. Large sunny terrace, pool. 143,000 euros 678 675 071 (204060) LAKES AREA Ardales. Brand new apartment for sale. Reduced by 40%. 55,000 euros. 667 788 471 (99395) PENTHOUSE Puerto Banus, 2 bedrooms, huge terrace, fantastic sea views, pool, parking. 360,000 euros 667 411 111 (99396)
LOOK NO FURTHER FOR YOUR PET TRANSPORT. WE OFFER A SERVICE TO TRAVEL WITH OR WITHOUT YOUR PETS/FURNITURE. ALL PETS TRAVEL WITH US IN AIR CONDITIONED PEOPLE CARRIERS. CALL FOR PRICES. 952 160 096 / 665 150 227 WWW.SPAINUKSPAIN.COM (87192)
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PET TRANSPORTATION by air. Complete service from professional licensed kennels. 630 197 435 www.cat-and-dogworld.com (97995) ACCOMPANY your pets to their new home. Fully licensed pet transport service. Denise www.petchauffeur.eu 952 197 187 / 696 233 848 info@petchauffeur.eu (101721
Physiotherapy PHYSIOTHERAPIST that comes to your home, registered and fully qualified. 20 euros for half an hour, 35 euros for one hour session + IVA. Tel Maaike: 622 784 873 (98190)
GREAT OPPORTUNITY. TORREBLANCA. Ideal detached villa offering two self contained separate levels - main upper level 3 beds/1 bath - lower level 1 bed/1 bath, ideal for rental or elderly person/teenager/guests. Large plot - private swimming pool and spacious garage - quiet residential area. Original asking price €299,500 - no agents fees, now €240,000. Viewing recommended - 647 647 629 (101501)
WWW.INMOANDALUZ.COM. Bargain inland properties for all budgets. Tel 952 491 609 / 685 514 835 (100017)
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Property Management K1 PROPERTY MANAGEMENT. Free marketing. Key holding from 3€ per week to full management. Cleaning 7€ per hour, pools 15€. “Your investment is safe in our hands”. John 952 447 594 / 691 949 398. www.koneproperty.com (99452)
Property to Let
Nr La Duqesa Port - 2 bed, 2 bath apartment. UK TV, garage, communal pool. 5 mins walk to beach. 400 euro per month. HaciendaGuadalupe - 3 bed, 2 bath apartment overlooking country. Communal pool, UK TV, underground parking. 500 euro per month. Tel: 678 307 622 (101254) P R E TTY c o u n t r y h o u s e i n Coin. Front porch, living room, kitchen with open fire, 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Extras: A/C in bedrooms and living room, parking area, r o o f t e r ra c e w i t h fa n t a s t i c views and bbq area. Built: 70m2. Land 1,000m2 Price: 600€ including bills. TLF: 656 917 342 (REF AQ_F-786) (96429) COUNTRY house very close to Coin town. Front porch terrace area, living room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and bathroom. Parking area. Built 65m2. Price 450€. TLF: 656 917 342 (REF AQ_F697) (96429)
WWW.INMOANDALUZ.COM. Inland property rentals. Long or short term, holidays. 952 491 609 / 685 514 835 (100017) PENTHOUSE APARTMENT, Formentera del Segura, Costa Blanca – Sleeps 4. Within 5 minutes drive of the beautiful beaches of Guardamar, 5 golf courses within 20 minute drive. Bath/shower, lounge, kitchen / diner. Fully equipped with washing machine, dishwasher & full utensils, TV, DVD. Large terrace with spectacular mountain views. Outdoor furniture, BBQ, sun beds & plunge pool. Many extras including golf clubs & bikes. From only 175 Euros per week. For details email davidrowland30@hot mail.co.uk Tel 634 365 221 634 358 290 (TVJ) MARBELLA centre, rooms to let. 671 244 683 (95518) ALHAURIN EL GRANDE Imposing 4 bed 4 bath 450 metre house, garden, pool, basement. 1,400€ neg. FabFincas 692 151 931 (101516)
LONG TERM rental, super prices, no commission, apartments, townhouses, villas, fincas. Coast and inland. Tlf. 679 111 522 (99425) TORREMOLINOS, Montemar. 1 bedroom apartment, renovated, fully furnished, south facing, sea views. 350 euros. 666 517 479 (101342) www.costarents.com over 900 properties for long term rent 671 093 925 (100338) MARBELLA BANUS CENTRE. Apartment 2-3 bedrooms, pools, garage. Private garden. Te l : 3 4 6 3 7 4 3 9 2 2 2 . bravoelezovic@gmail.com (98124) cheaprentalscostadelsol.com. Inland and coast. Alhaurin, Coin, Cartama, Villafranco. Call Maddy 665 452 917. Call Trish 635 152 323 (99342)
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MULTIMOVERS CdS, local, international and overseas removals and storage. 952 423 128 or visit www.multimovers .com (93474)
Pumps WATERWELLS.ORG waterwell drilling, well pumps, irrigation, pump tests, pressure pumps. Waterwells.org / Sondein SL. Established on the coast since 1995. Web page www.waterwells. org.uk. Enquiries info@wa terwells.org.uk. 629 978 801 (Fax) 952 793 250 (98077)
SG Transport. Local removal specialists. National and international moves. Furniture shop deliveries. Goods insured, 2 3.5t vans with tail lift. Ikea collections. Contact Simon on 661 544 077 / 952 461 074 or email info@simongeetransport.com (101732) THE MARBELLA Removal Company. Movers, packers, storers. Local, Europe, worldwide. Call Graham 636 555 519 www.shippingrus .com (97814)
Radio Presenters RADIO PRESENTERS required. We are looking for new volunteer presenters within easy distance of The Campo de Gibraltar, experience not necessary, but a lively personality and an ability to entertain would help. Are you a DJ wanting to branch out into radio and gain some experience? Could you put together an interesting programme based on golf, gardening, shopping, the local scene etc? If so, contact mike.martin@thebayfm .com (204003)
Refrigeration REFRIGERATION/AIR CONDITIONING. Service and repairs. Fridges, bottle coolers, display cabinets. Same day 24 hr repair service. Tel. 627 769 969
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REMOVALS Local and International. Full and part loads taken please call 952 816 582 www.fo cus-transport.com (86002) FLORIDA SPECIALIST. Combitrans Movers. 952 775 300 www.combitrans.es (100461) USA SPECIALIST Combitrans Movers. 952 775 300 www.com bitrans.es (100461)
DUBAI SPECIALIST. Combitrans Movers. 952 775 300 www.combitrans.es (100461) SOUTH-AMERICA SPECIALIST. Combitrans Movers. 952 775 300 www.combitrans.es MOVING MATTERS SL – removals and storage. Local or to and from UK/Ireland/Portugal and across Europe. Over 16 years experience. For free quotation, telephone. 951 311 118. www.movingmatters.eu WWW.SPAINUKSPAIN.COM. Vehicle leaving Spain on 9th / 19th / 28th of each month, returning 10th / 20th / 29th of each month. Prices from £90 per cubic metre. Cars £525, bikes £325, jetskis/boats from £525, dogs £395, cats £295. All animals travel with us in air conditioned people carriers. 952 160 096 / 665 150 227 (87192) MOVING BACK TO UK? Removal vehicle departing weekly throughout 2012. Excellent, professional service & great rates. Ring (0034) 665 089 244 or (0044) 01543 467 777 & see www.elite-european.com (93139) 15 CUBIC metre van returning to the UK 24th August. Space available. Tel. 639 928 090 (100298)
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TRUCK leaving for the UK 15th August. Collections from UK arranged. Space available at discounted rates. Call: 678 643 727 INTERNATIONAL and European Removals. Expert removals worldwide. www. universalremovals.com. Tel: 951 247 834 (100499) MOVERS INTERNATIONAL EUROPE. Regular Spain - UK and Ireland Service. Competitive Rates, Insurance, Storage. 952 426 560 / 660 815 524 (99352)
MAN AND VAN VAN AND MAN. Removals, clearances. Experienced and 100% reliable. 20€ per hr. Paul: 722 157 766 (97996) MANVAN REMOVALS 20 euros/hour, 3 vans available. House clearances. Storage from 10 euros/week. Telephone David 696 810 618 (89629) MAN & VAN, no job too small, 661 544 077 (101732) EUROPE / UK fortnightly, full or part load service. David 696 810 618 (89629) MAN & VAN Removals and transport, all areas covered 100% reliable 952 816 582 THE VAN MAN. Cheap and cheerful. 20 euros per hour. 677 251 025 (91628)
MAN & VAN, local moves & deliveries, 25€ per hour, no hidden charges. 666 343 000 (101732) A TO Z TRANSPORT. Costa del Sol based. Will travel to any European destination. Removals, deliveries, collections, etc. IKEA collections. No job too small, 30 years experience. From 25 euros per hour. Contact Billy 605 321 903 w w w. a t o z t ra n s p o r t a n d s o l u tions.com (98196)
STORAGE REMOVAL BOXES Large, med, wardrobe, bubble wrap, tape, collect or delivered. Local and international removals also undertaken. 952 239 110 / 632 702 306 (44093) BRITANNIA SOUTHERN. Excellent range of quality packing materials on sale: boxes, bubble wrap, paper and tape. Tel: 952 470 707 www.southern.es
Rental Prop Wanted www.costarents.com properties urgently required for long term rent, clients waiting. 671 093 295 (100338)
Roller Shutters ACE OF SHADES - Security Shutters, various colours available inc. wood effect. For security and sun protection. Tel: 952 493 414 / 671 732 204 / aceof shadeslacala@hotmail.com
Services CARPENTRY CARPENTER cabinet maker, Irish. Available for all types of property maintenance, plumbing, painting, electrical, kitchens and bathrooms renovated etc. 30 years experience. Very reliable. Tel: 952 441 955 / 677 087 575 (101611)
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FURNITURE FRENCH POLISHING REPAIRS, restoration etc. restore your valuable furniture to its former glory. Tel 647 579 519 / 952 119 190 (86046)
MARKETING staff required for our new law firm. This is a face to face strategy with the potential to earn a month’s salary in two days + expenses. Contact us via our website: www.JaCogLaw.com or e m a i l i n fo @ J a C o g L a w. c o m (204004)
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WINDOW COIN WINDOWS Aluminium windows, Doors, PVC Blinds, Mosquito screens, Canopies, Glass Factory, shower screens, etc. All at village prices. Spanish owned business English 646 066 351 (100345)
Sewing ALL STYLES Curtains, upholstery, soft furnishings and bean bags made to measure. Sensible prices. Also repairs / alterations. All areas. Call 672 800 887 or email judeinspain@hotmail.com (100047)
Sewing Machines SERVICE and repairs to all makes of sewing machines. Free estimates. Tlf: 695 373 982 (99359)
Signs & Designs SIGN D SIGN, Shop Signs, Vehicle Signs, Banners, Large Format Printing, Window Signs & Posters: Tel: 951 261 022 / 603 464 582 www.signdsign.es (96269)
MAKE YOUR POOL LOOK LIKE NEW, AFFORDABLE, EASY FIT AND EASY CLEAN BORDERS . WE DELIVER GLOBALLY, EASY ON LINE ORDERING AT http://www.borderchoice.com/. (99380)
Tailoring
Waitress required for Mexican Restaurant , Playa Marina. 619 556 702 (333478)
LADIES AND GENTLEMENS suits to measure. Be measured in the comfort of your own home or office by a qualified English tailor. Linen suits a speciality. Phone 634 378 085 for the travelling tailor to call. (100068)
Situations Wanted EARN 100€ per sale, no claw backs, get paid immediately! I f yo u c a n o r t h i n k yo u c a n sell over the phone, we want to hear from you. Full training. Call now for an immedia t e i n t e r v i e w. 9 5 1 2 5 9 3 7 8 (96364) ENGLISH Speaking? Opportunities Part/Full time. Tel: 952 660 858 or 660 641 913 patroys pain@gmail.com (100148) EXPERIENCED Telesales staff required for immediate start in Fuengirola. Full time and p a r t t i m e s h i f t s a va i l a b l e . COMPETITIVE RATES OF PAY fo r t h e r i g h t c a n d i d a t e s . Weekly paid. Please call Jenn i fe r o n 6 6 4 4 1 5 3 4 2 . (100044) LOOKING for advertising sales rep to join our expanding team. Basic + commission, immediate start, hours to suit, own transport essential. Tel: 622 672 224. email maatmag@hotmail.com (99321)
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LOOKING for extra income? Visit www.yourfinancialopportunity.ne t (100141) FULL TIME Administration Staff Required. Mijas town based photographic agency requires a computer literate, energetic person to help with general office administration. Must be fluent in spoken and written English. Please email your CV to: jobs@arcangel-images.com (100133) CARERS URGENTLY REQUIRED NOW! If you care, join our team of self-employed carers who work in the UK for 24 weeks at a time earning between £840 - £1,232 for a 2 week assignment. Good written/spoken English plus a British or EU Passport required. Contact Sandra Field on 658 965 204 or email s.field@consultuscare.com (99161)
RELIABLE BILINGUAL COUPLE SEEKING HOUSE SITTING / MAINTENANCE POSITION. OWN TRANSPORT ALL AREAS. 644 167 561 (86212) T1
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TELEMARKETING openers needed for our busy expanding office in Guadalmina. Our team regularly achieve 700€ plus weekly, made up of basic uncapped commissions and bonuses. You will need a confident telephone manner, speak native English and have the ability to fit in and excel. 3 to 8 shift. Call us on 952 862 074 for a confidential chat. (204056)
MR EDUARD. Spiritualist with 35 years experience, national and international healer, adviser. Call 952 824 446 / 626 502 803 (100114)
Therapists COUNSELLING LIFE COACHING: All addictions, depression, other problems. 23 years experience. Contact 634 369 414 (98065)
Soft Furnishings
PSYCHOLOGIST: Depression, panic attacks, hypnosis. Dr Frank Stahl. Tel: 609 503 021 (98067)
CURTAINS, blinds, cushions and much more. Free estimates and home visits. Tel 657 369 343 or rosannacarmella@hot mail.com (85968)
HYPNOTHERAPY. List of treatments available at: www.hyp notherapycostadelsol.com or call 952 199 298 (98120)
Solar SOLAR BEST DEAL IN SPAIN, www.gosolarinspain.com (99345)
Tiling TILING & REFORMATION. Bathrooms, kitchens. All areas covered. Tiling in general. Free estimate! 647 874 547 (95493)
AMAZING money-saving offers available, plug and play, free electricity, fantastic solar offers. www.espanaxx1.comTel: 951 277 581 (99381) SOLOSOL POWER. Solar hot water, pool heating and pumping. Solar ventilation, dehumidification, electricity. GRANTS and FINANCE available NOW. info@solosolpower.com / Tel. +34 956 616 441 / www.solosolpower.com (101453)
Swimming Pools
TILER. Professional, all types. Bathroom reforms. All work guaranteed, free estimates. MIJAS - MARBELLA. Pete 693 241 742 www.japtiling.co.uk (101355) POOL MAINTENANCE and repairs, friendly and reliable service. Estepona to Malaga and Inland. Special offers on regrouts and heaters for 2011 678 791 495 / 951 295 699 sparklenripple@hotmail.com www.sparklenripple.net (86211) T3
18€/WEEK. Pool cleaning service. Crystal clear water all year round. 634 355 441 (95493)
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AFFORDABLE POOL MAINTENANCE - Professional maintenance from only 75 euros per month (exc. chemicals). Call Splash Pools on 952 591 053 open 8am to 4pm (100013)
TILING, plastering, plumbing, bathrooms, kitchens, reforms and hot mini pools built. 605 206 394 (97993)
Translations
TRANSLATION certified and ordinary. All language combination. 952 776 803 info@translationsnetwork. com (93470)
Trophies LASER ENGRAVED Trophies, Prizes, quality glass engraving service, competitive prices, with 40 years experience. Trophies, medal, badges from 1€. THE SPORTS SHOP, Fuengirola. Tel: 952 473 530 (99494)
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Tuition LEARN SPANISH. Speak Spanish from 1st lesson. 1 to 1 or group lessons. Children and adults. Friendly teacher. Learn properly, gain confidence. GCSE & all levels. From Sotogrande to Fuengirola. Great prices. 664 209 839 (100297)
TV & Video MR NICE-SKY. Dish re-alignments. Sky Installations. Fair Price. Second hand equipment wanted. Tel Jim 652 023 012 (97770) T1 49 EUROS freeview Sky boxes, Pace, known to be the best in Spain, even in low signal areas. Comes with remote control. Can deliver. 59 euros Sky + boxes, record live tv. 89 euros Sky + HD boxes pause, watch and record live tv in HD. Sky cards available for extra free channels. Also TV contracts available. Please call Paul 603 265 499, paul.ali3@bt internet.com (98022) T2 SKY PROBLEMS / Installers don’t turn up when they promise to? Can’t or won’t sort out your satellite problems? Then call Steve @ Scansat. We supply and install full Sky Systems, Digiboxes, Dishes, Sky cards UK/Irish. Dish relocations and TV extensions. For a fast reliable service call Steve 676 533 209 problem solved! (100436)
NO FIX NO FEE ! Missing TV channels or poor reception? B e e n t o l d i t ’s n o r m a l i n Spain? Well it’s not! For these ty p e s o f p r o b l e m s o r fo r a new Sky or any European satellite system. Call us today 627 955 728 / 627 955 648 www.matrixsolutions.tv (97947) REPAIRS – TVs, Plasmas, LCDs, Digi-Boxes, Video, Hi-Fi and microwaves. Free estimates, can collect. 35 years experience. John 952 491 723 or 600 706 201 (100066) SKY AND SKY+ Digiboxes Wide selection of quality tested receivers available at very competitive prices Ian 659 812 995 (97886) WWW.2WAYBROADBAND.EU complete freesat systems from 150€. Sky systems/cont ra c t c a r d s . N o c a l l o u t charge, all realignments 25€. No fix no fee. 674 349 932. (100429)
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International Citroën Car Club Rally FOUR years after the last meeting in Rome, the International Citroën Car Club Rally (ICCCR) is making its grand return to the UK after a 28-year absence (1984). A hymn to the double chevron brand, supported by CITROËN HERITAGE, CITROËN UK, at this latest event, more than 1,800 Citroën vehicles from all eras will gather in the seaside resort of Harrogate from Thursday August 9 to Sunday 12, to celebrate the Citroën legend. An unmissable event for Citroën enthusiasts worldwide. Organised in co-operation with the Amicale Citroën Internationale (ACI), the International Citroën Car Club Rally (ICCCR), set up in 1973, is inviting all collectors to celebrate the marque’s heritage through a unique
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event. The last meeting, which took place in Rome brought together more than 2,400 cars and 10,000 visitors. In 2012, the UK is hosting this legendary event. This 15th edition is set to attract more than 1,800 cars from all sorts of backgrounds and almost 3,500 participants. The aim: to share a passion for Citroën with many other fans. The three UK clubs organising the event aim to make the 2012 edition an unforgettable event, with exhibitions of vehicles from 1919 to the present day (cars, small vans, prototypes), including 11 cars from the Citroën Conservatoire Citroën (heritage centre), beauty competition, driving events, excursions around Yorkshire in unique models, spare parts swap shop, concerts, fireworks and other local festivities.
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World Golfers at La Cala 4th Qualification Round at La Cala Resort LAST, La Cala Resort in Mijas organised the fourth qualification round for the ‘World Golfers Championships’ at Campo America. This competition is similar to the Amateur World Championship. This important competition is taking place all summer long on the three La Cala Resort golf courses. Classifieds will take part of the Spanish National team and will play the final of this Championship in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. In this round those who have qualified are: Antonio Amador Guerrero (1st category), Julio Garrido Montijano (2nd category), Alvaro Martínez Sierra (3rd category), J. Carlos Ruiz Castilla (4th category) and Fernando Ortega Bautista (5th category). Those who have not yet qualified have another opportunity next Wednesday August 1 at Campo Asia in La Cala Resort.
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La Bajadilla marina waits for Malaga CF to be sold THE enlargement project for La Bajadilla Port in Marbella will be put on hold now Malaga CF is going to be sold. Despite the interest several investment groups have shown in
the football club, the team’s debts, which will have to be paid by the new owner, are slowing the process down. The marina project for La Bajadilla, which will allow the port to
host up to 800 vessels, is intertwined with Malaga CF’s plans to convert an area in Malaga into a football academy. Since Sheikh Al Thani is said to have started having financial
Some of the children who joined in the activities.
Summer camp success
FIVE hundred children have participated in Alhaurin De La Torre’s summer camp, which took place in July in two turns of 250 boys and girls of all ages. The children attended two weeks of educational workshops, pool outings, excursions to the Selwo aquarium,
games and sports activities. According to Mayor Joaquin Villanova, the summer camp was so successful that next year’s summer activities will take place during July and August, and will be available for 1,000 children instead of 500.
Second International Costa del Sol Basketball Tournament THREE internationally renowned basketball teams will play at the ‘II International Costa del Sol Basketball Tournament.’ Real Madrid, Cibona from Zagreb, Croatia and Unicaja from Malaga will dispute the Costa del Sol trophy, which, according to Mayor of Fuengirola, Esperanza Oña, will bring European level players closer to “basketball fans that
The tournament will show first class matches. wouldn’t see a first class match otherwise.” The games will be in Fuengirola,
Antequera and Villanueva de Algaidas from August 30 to September 1.
problems and decided to sell the team, the marina project has also been frozen. The marina project is currently being studied by the urban zoning department and despite the football club’s situation it has not come to a standstill. Malaga Town Hall has also planned to approve the football academy project this month. The next owner will decide if the 104,000m2 construction will be carried out or not. Also, Mayor of Malaga, Francisco de la Torre stated that he hoped the new owner “commits to continuing the obligations and projects the owners have had and have for team Malaga.” He also declared if Al Thani does not find a seller, he hoped the Sheikh would still continue forward with the €420 million investment plans to transform the port, scheduled to begin at the end of this year.
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Terrific start to Olympics – now it’s time for more medals A TOTAL of 26.9 million UK TV viewers - plus another one billion watching worldwide - witnessed a sublime opening ceremony last Friday. Some say it was the best ever. The whole ‘show’ cost £27m to stage; that’s about £1 per head terrific value for money, I’d say. • The 2012 Games ‘officially’ started in earnest last Saturday when unfortunately GB’s cyclists (not helped by the negative tactics engaged by other teams) failed to get Mark Cavendish into a sprinting position in the 250km road race. • GB’s brilliant men’s gymnastics
team won the bronze medal on Monday - their best achievement in 100 years. • In the women’s ‘rainy’ road race, Emma Pooley and Nicole Cooke both battled hard and long but it was their colleague Lizzie Armitstead who took silver, behind Holland’s Marianne Vos to become GB’s first medal winner of 2012. • In swimming, the women’s 400m freestyle champion, GB’s Rebecca Adlington, took bronze and will now be aiming for gold in the 800m. • Sailor Ben Ainslie, rowers Zac Purchase and Mark Hunter, plus gymnasts Louis Smith (who was overcome with emotion after his
brilliant performance on the pommel horse), Beth Tweddle and others all feel confident of success, but Paula Radcliffe has pulled out of the marathon. • Divers Tom Daley and Pete Waterfield missed out on an Olympic medal in the synchronised 10m platform event and finished fourth. • Track cycling starts today, followed by the field and track athletics events tomorrow, the Brownlee brothers go on the triathlon on Saturday, it’s wrestling on Sunday and synchronsied swimming and
canoeing on Monday. • And in tennis, hopefully, Andy Murray will be making progress.
GENERAL ROUND-UP • Lewis Hamilton won last Sunday’s Hungarian Grand Prix in Budapest; Kimi Raikkonen was second and Romain Grosjean third • The second England-South cricket Test starts today at Headingley • Portsmouth FC, in existence since 1898, have until August 10 to get a squad
together; if not ‘Pompey’ could close down completely • Newcastle beat Braga 2-1 to win the Algarve Cup • Former football referee Jack Taylor, who awarded two penalties in the 1974 World Cup final, has died, aged 82
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