Euro Weekly News - Costa del Sol 15 - 21 January 2015 Issue 1541

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Costa unites to say: ‘Je suis Charlie’ PEOPLE all over the Costa del Sol held minute-long silences and gathered to show solidarity for the victims of last week’s attacks in Paris by Islamist terrorists.

In Malaga City, residents and journalists came together outside Alianza Francesa on Calle Beatas on the evening of the day of the attack on satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo, and also held a minute’s silence for the victims.

Juan Cassa, Malaga coordinator of Ciudadanos political party, said: “Freedom of expression and of people is a

fundamental part of society and we will not allow it to be suppressed.”

The next day (Thursday January 8) more than 100 journalists, politicians including city mayor Francisco de la Torre -

members of Malaga society and individuals congregated in Plaza de la Constitucion in Malaga City in protest.

Silence filled the square, broken only by a loud round of applause in memory of the victims.

President of Malaga Press Association, Andres Garcia Maldonado, insisted that the barbaric attack was not just against journalists, but against public freedom.

He commented that although there was currently a high level of worry regarding fanaticism, intolerance should not be allowed to be used as a response.

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INDEX News 1 - 42 Finance 45 - 50 Letters 51 Leapy Lee 52 Daily TV 54, 56, 58, 60, 62, 64, 66 Time Out 67 - 70 Health & Beauty 71 - 74 Food 75 - 80 Gibraltar 82 Homes & Gardens 83 Services 86 - 91 Classifieds 92 - 98 Motoring 99 - 100 Sport 101 - 104

GOOD START: Sales of holidays to resorts like Puerto Banus are up.

Holiday sales up SALES of holiday packages to Andalucia for the summer are already between 12 and 14 per cent higher than the same period last year.

Britons are leading the way in the region with a 17 per cent rise in packages booked by tour operators. Last year visitors from the UK – 2.2 million of them – accounted for 35 per cent of the international tourism market in Andalucia.

President of the Tourism Council of the

Andalucian Confederation of Business Owners (CEA), Miguel Sanchez, said it was a good indicator that foreign tour operators see Andalucia as being good value when it comes to price and quality.

He added that the numbers confirm the positive outlook that delegates at the World Travel Market in London had reported.

He added that these initial figures did not include online bookings, as these tend to made later in the year.

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Guide training MALAGA Cathedral is going to give training courses to tourist guides to ensure they have sufficient knowledge to explain the important characteristics of the city’s first Christian temple to visitors.

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Cleaners to assist tourists MALAGA City aims to turn streetcleaners into impromptu tourist guides.

The council has come up with a plan to teach 110 employees of Limasa cleaning company English to allow them to offer directions to tourists who often ask their opinion on what to visit or for directions to attractions.

The cleaners will also be given

guided visits of the city’s museums to allow them to give knowledgeable advice, and have been given specific information on places of interest near to the areas they work in.

Leaflets with maps have been distributed amongst the workers to allow them to point things out to tourists that consult them, while offering them first-person

information on the selling-points of the various attractions the city has to offer.

The training project was thought up after the council discovered through surveys that streetcleaners are tourists’ third favourite people to ask for information on where to go and how to get there, beaten only by tourist offices and policemen.

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Art display THE Buchinger Wilhelmi Clinic in Marbella is hosting an exhibition of work by Mario Garcia which opens this evening, January 15 at 8pm.

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Open daily THE Museo Picasso Malaga has announced it will be open every day of the year from 10am except December 25 and January 1 and 6.

Basket-weaving LOS BARRIOS Council’s tourism department will give basket-weaving classes on Thursdays starting this month. Twenty places are available at a price of €15 each.

AIA exhibition A SELECTION of small oil paintings by Andalucian International Artists’ members Juan Cruz and Roger Cummiskey is on display from Mondays to Fridays, midday to 9pm at Restaurante Galeria Lucia in Fuengirola until February 2.

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Fewer jobless

MARBELLA Council announced that there were 908 less unemployed people registered in the city at the end of 2014 than at the end of 2013.

Money for music MIJAS Council has allotted a budget of €35,000 to the three municipal bands for this year, the highest amount provided for the bands in 15 years.

Selection process ALHAURIN de la Torre Council is accepting applications to be included in a selection process for temporary municipal posts as gardeners, drivers, painters, cleaners, maintenance workers, carpenters, streetcleaners, builders, electricians and plumbers.

Smuggled tobacco TWO people were arrested for smuggling and 7,900 packets of illegal tobacco confiscated by Guardia Civil officers in San Roque.

Runaway ship A SHIP has disappeared from Malaga port. The Mayak, which was caught 30 miles south of Malaga carrying almost 17 tonnes of hash last March, cut its ties and left port without authorisation leaving a debt of €3,000.

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Police step in SUCCESSFUL SEASON: The Sierra Nevada mountain range in southern Spain, as seen from the International Space Station.

So far so successful for Sierra Nevada

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HE Sierra Nevada ski resort enjoyed its best Christmas season for five years, welcoming around 135,000 ski and snowboard enthusiasts over the holiday period.

The resort - dubbed the “sunniest ski resort in Europe” - saw its average hotel occupancy rate reach 77 per cent during the Christmas break, with snow-seekers flocking to enjoy the pistes and apresski while gazing down on miles of sunny Andalucian coastline. The incredibly good weather throughout late December and early January resulted in 19 per cent more visitors making the trip to the resort than in the same period last year. Skiers like nothing more than whizzing down mountains under azure skies and dazzling sunlight, and Sierra Nevada offers a ‘sun ‘n snow’ experience unlike anywhere else.

Quote of the Week The existing mobility in the European Union is facilitating the movements (of jihadists) to any country and also to our country,’ said Interior Minister Jorge Fernandez Diaz, who wants border controls restored in the Schengen Zone in the aftermath of the terror attacks in France last week.

Throughout the break the resort kept as many pistes open as possible and it’s reported that around 27,000 visitors availed of the Mirlo Blanco family activity zone, complete with ice rink, toboggans, mini-ski and mini-snowboarding facilities. Given its popularity with families, the Three Kings even paid a visit this year, displaying their little-known but extremely impressive skiing skills. Depending on conditions, the season at Sierra Nevada can sometimes last until as late as early May, when it’s possible to ski in the morning and then make the trip down to the Costa del Sol to enjoy an afternoon swimming in the waters of the Mediterranean.

As the height of the 2015 ski season is approaching, the resort can expect further good figures to complement its successful Christmas period.

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is the amount of Spaniards who ‘never’ or ‘hardly ever’ read books, with nearly half of this amount putting their lack of reading down to being ‘not interested,’ according to recent government research.

POLICE had to intervene to stop a man in San Roque cutting himself with a large knife. First aid was applied before an ambulance took him to La Linea hospital.

Medical update MALAGA’S Carlos Haya and Clinico hospitals have received updates valued at almost €800,000 to high-resolution angiograph and magnetic resonance equipment which specially trained staff use to diagnose thousands of patients each year.

Battlefield show THE Malaga Contemporary Art Centre (CAC Malaga) is holding a show of battlefield paintings

by Abraham Lacalle which will open at 8pm this Friday, January 16, and run until March 15.

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A FAMILY in the UK got a shock when they found a live gecko in a pack of supermarket broccoli.

The lizard had survived a journey from Spain, a spell on the shelves of Sainsbury’s in Powys, Wales, and four days in the Martin family shed, before they discovered him. The Martin’s are keeping the gecko and have named him ‘Broc.’

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Solidarity on the Costa del Sol From Front Page Maldonado stressed it was vital that nobody, regardless of race or religion, should suffer as a consequence of the Paris attacks.

Groups gathered both spontaneously and in organised demonstrations in many areas along the coast to express respect for the victims, including council workers who stood in silence outside Estepona Town Hall.

Meanwhile, the Muslim community of Malaga Province condemned the attacks and a spokesman declared that Jihadist radicals were not part of the Islamic faith.

Javier Isla summed up the feelings of Muslims, stating that they considered the attackers’ views simply absurd as Islam demands forgiveness, and not revenge or violence.

Keeping the coast in top condition MIJAS Council plans to spend about €100,000 on its coastline and beaches to keep the area in tip-top condition.

A study has been ordered to prepare a plan against erosion and loss of sand along the coast, Beaches Councillor Carmen Marquez revealed.

Of the 14 kilometres of beach within the Mijas borders, El Bombo and La Butibamba in the La Cala area are the worst affected by erosion.

Proposals studied will include sinking breakwaters to the west to reduce currents.

Although this does not come under the council’s responsibility, Marquez said that €60,000 has been earmarked in this year’s budget for the urgent work.

Another €30,000 have been allotted to keeping the recently-opened coastal pathway clean and attractive for users.

A total of 30 workers from the Renta Basica local employment scheme will work on cleaning and maintenance, ensuring that the new attraction stays neat and tidy.

Users have been encouraged to help keep the pathway clean and 30 wooden rubbish bins have been placed along the route, one every 150 metres.

Informative signs along the wooden walkway and 25,000 plants to be placed nearby are also planned for the near future.

ALL ABOARD: Royal British Legion beside Cunard Line’s flagship Queen Mary 2.

Coin RBL meets the ‘queen’ FIFTY members of the Coin branch of the Royal British Legion spent an amazing day aboard the flagship of the Cunard Line Queen Mary 2.

The group boarded the ship at the Malaga Cruise Terminal at 11am on Tuesday January 13, and received a warm welcome from their Cunard hosts Rebecca and Ed. After the usual security checks and badging, Ed steered the group on a

guided tour of some of the ship’s highlights. He showed them two incredible theatres, one of which was also a 3D cinema and planetarium, followed by the Golden Lion pub and Casino.

The highlight of the tour was the fabulous Queen’s Room, which is not only famous for afternoon tea but also the spectacular formal dances Cunard arranges on every cruise.

Last stop before lunch was

a tour of a spacious and sumptuously decorated balcony suite on Deck 10.

The icing on the cake was a fantastic threecourse lunch in the Britannia Restaurant.

The dining staff really went out of their way to make the RBL visitors feel very special and most members of the group had at least two glasses of delightful wine.

Although reluctant to leave such elegant

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HE tragic events in Paris last week have served to conjure up all sorts of conflicting emotions in right-minded people.

As events unfolded, we were – in a short space of time – shocked, saddened, bewildered, angered and dismayed, not just at the horrible events that were taking place in France but at the mind-set of the terrorists carrying out the awful atrocities that left 17 innocent people dead.

These were people who were going about their daily business but were never to return home because of the distorted, radicalised views of a handful of brainwashed murderers.

We have unfortunately seen this type of thing before: in New York and Washington in 2001, in Madrid in 2004 and in London in 2005, not

to mention the countless acts of violence committed in the name of Islam every day in the Middle East, Africa and elsewhere. The fear in the West is that more and more ‘lone wolves’ will arm themselves and kill innocent people indiscriminately in the name of religion.

The threat that the world faces in this age – from large scale attacks to this newer individual form of terrorism – is a constant worry, but we cannot let these jihadists and bullies ruin our way of life. We are all entitled to our own beliefs despite being branded ‘infidels’ by those who would have it otherwise.

The Charlie Hebdo attack and its aftermath has saddened the world, and as we try to come to terms with this latest horrific act of terrorism, we at the EWN are proud to say: ‘Yo soy Charlie.’

surroundings the group boarded the coach to return home at 3pm.

Chairman of the social and fundraising group Peter Brown gave a special vote of thanks to the tour organiser Jean Merry.

Her knowledge of the cruise industry was inspirational and several members of the branch are now looking forward to finding out more about the fabulous cruises currently on offer.

NEWS EXTRA Jobless drop OUT of all the provinces in Andalucia, Malaga saw the sharpest decrease in unemployment during December 2014. This is one of the conclusions drawn by a report written by Fundacion Madeca.

Nurses strike NURSES at Malaga’s Carlos Haya A&E are to go on strike in protest at the lack of adequate numbers of staff to cover shifts.

Museum tour ANTONIO BANDERAS and Nicole Kimpel visited Malaga City museums including Picasso’s birthplace, the glass museum and the Carmen Thyssen Museum.

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Wheelchair-bound drug-dealer arrested IT took 12 police patrols to arrest a wheelchairbound drug-dealer who tried to flee the scene then called for the help of his family and friends.

The man had originally been approached by two National Police officers who had noted suspicious goings on in the Malaga district of Palma-Pamilla.

When the suspect saw them, he threw a tobacco case, which turned out to contain 15 doses of cocaine, to the ground.

As the officers tried to arrest him, he fled in his wheelchair then grabbed some railings and shouted for help when the officers unsurprisingly caught up with him.

The officers soon found themselves surrounded by a threatening crowd, members of which started to berate and push them in an effort to free their friend.

In the end, it needed 12 police patrols to control the situation and make the arrest. Now the wheelchair-bound pusher

Back behind bars A MAN who escaped from prison in Algeciras and is suspected of seven robberies in a week is

back behind bars.

Police say the man, described as dangerous, tried to stab one of the arresting officers when they finally caught up with him.

They believe he is behind a series of knifepoint robberies in Malaga city centre, including four on chemists, that left shop staff fearful that they might be the next targets.

TARGETED: Knifeman robbed chemists.

The attacker was described as being 35, carrying a large kitchen knife and wearing a hoody and jeans.

Police spotted the suspect and after a chase wrestled him to the ground. He is said to have put up a fight attempting to stab one of the officers before he was subdued.

Majority of voters against bullfighting A REFERENDUM on banning bullfighting in Malaga ended with an overwhelming victory for those in favour.

Held in Malaga City by the Partido Andalucista political party, the vote showed that 71 per cent of Malagueños want the sport banned. A total of 9,245 people voted by telephone, online or in person, with only 2,655 wanting bullfighting to continue, the party reported.

Javier Checa, mayoral candidate for Malaga City at the May elections, said: “We’ve taken a step forward against cruelty to animals.”

has been jailed for four years and nine months by Malaga Provincial court.

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Discounted rail fares RAILWAY company RENFE has put 750,000 long-distance and AVE high-speed train tickets on sale with discounts of up to 70 per cent.

Madrid-Malaga tickets are available from €23.85 until January 18.

Easter news MARBELLA’s Easter processions will for the first time have one statue carried solely by women this year.

An estimated 50 women from the Santa Marta Brotherhood will be needed to carry the statue through the streets.

Iraq mission MEMBERS of the Alejandro Farnesio Regiment of the Spanish Legion from Ronda are to be deployed in Iraq.

Their mission will be to instruct the country’s army on how to de-activate explosive devices.

Parks date SELWO Aventura in Estepona and Selwo Marina Delfinarium and the cable car in Benalmadena are due to reopen on February 17, with new plans to offer visitors an interesting day out.

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Leading the way in transplants MALAGA’S Carlos Haya Hospital carried out 145 kidney transplants in 2014, the most, together with Madrid’s Hospital 12 de Octubre, in Spain.

In Andalucia, the Carlos Haya carried out the most transplants of all types, a total of 203, a record figure. It also transplanted 46 livers, and 12 pancreases.

In the region as a whole, there were 736 organ transplants, 50 more than the previous year, making it one of the leading areas in Europe for the operations. This was made possible by the relatively high number of donations.

There are 37.5 donors per million of population in Andalucia, double the EU average of 19 per million.

Late-night chemist Cooking gets a nasty fright time up A DUTY chemist got the fright of her life when a car smashed through the window of her shop on the Fuengirola-Mijas road late at night.

Three young men who had allegedly been drinking were in the vehicle, which crossed the road and hit a rubbish bin, a tree and chemist’s shop owner Dulce Martin’s car, before smashing through the glass and landing inside the shop on its side.

Martin explained that she first called the police, assuming that her shop was being robbed, before realising it was actually a traffic accident. Two of the passengers required medical treatment.

TWELVE-year-old Rocio Lozano from Los Barrios received words of support via Twitter from Mayor Jorge Romero after being eliminated from the TV programme, MasterChef Junior.

She failed to gain enough points to continue in the competition, but was given several prizes for her participation.

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Malaga voted best city at Christmas AN online survey has put Malaga City at the top of a list of the best Spanish cities to visit at Christmas.

Antena 3 Spanish national TV channel launched a survey on its website asking people to vote for their favourite city in which to spend Christmas.

Of a total of 151,811 votes received, Malaga got 61,066, Sevilla came second with 15,479 and Madrid third with 12,443.

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Applying for jobs that are already taken MORE than 6,000 people have applied to take the entrance exams for 90 public service jobs, which have already been taken.

In a story that highlights the weird workings of Spanish public administration, Malaga Provincial Council has put up for offer the 90 jobs, even though most of them have already been filled by

Water running low WATER levels in Malaga Province are lower than they were at the end of the last drought.

Malaga’s seven reservoirs held a combined amount of 443 cubic hectometres at the beginning of 2015, barely five more than the amount following the five-year drought period between 2005 and 2010. Although rain last autumn raised levels, recent dry weather has dropped them well below those of the last few years.

‘temporary’ workers, and in some cases have been for years.

When the posts are officially filled, it is expected the vast majority of them will be

taken by people already doing the job, as using a points system, the years’ service they have gives them a massive advantage.

However, this has not

stopped 6,207 people applying to take the entrance exams for the posts, which include a variety of administrative jobs, security guards and lawyers’ positions.

A baking tradition MIJAS pensioners are invited to take part in traditional bread-baking sessions at the newly-restored oven by the Carromato de Max in the village.

On January 30, February 13, March 6, April 10 and May 8, workshops will be held in which pensioners will be able to make bread in the traditional way.

Sign up at Mijas Hogar del Jubilado or call 952 486 370.

BREAD-BAKING: Councillor Santiago Martin by the newly-restored oven in Mijas.

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Tax cuts on the agenda in Estepona TAXES cuts are on the agenda this year in Estepona, the Treasury Councillor Manuel Aguilar has announced.

One of the largest reductions will affect the IBI property tax.

The town hall will also offer 75 per cent discounts on new business openinglicence costs.

These will be directed at victims of gender violence, the long-term unemployed, people aged under 30 and over 55 who have been unemployed for at least six months, as well as people with disabilities.

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Christmas numbers cap tourism recovery IT was a happy Christmas for Marbella’s luxury hotels as occupancy of up to 90 per cent capped a year of recovery for the tourism sector.

Over the holiday period, the town’s four-star hotels were nearly full with some having to put up the no vacancy signs.Marbella saw 2.45 million tourists stay, with 700,000 of them

using the town’s hotels during the year.

Councillor for Tourism, Jose Luis Hernandez, welcomed the figures and said that 2014 had closed as a very positive year for tourism.The number of visitors from abroad was up 5.15 per cent and hotel stays were up 7 per cent. Overall, the biggest rises in

tourism numbers were from Spanish tourists. By proportion the highest increases in foreign visitors were from the UK (up 8 per cent) Germany (9 per cent) and Arab countries (17 per cent). Hernandez added that for 2015 the town hall was targeting North America in a bid to bring more highspending visitors to the town.

Record-breaking year for airport IT was a record-breaking year for Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport as 13.7 million passengers used it in 2014.

That was 6.7 per cent more than in the previous year, Development Minister Ana Pastor revealed during a recent visit. Speaking at the opening of the new shopping centre at the airport, she said 12 new

ANA PASTOR: Opened new shopping area at airport.

routes were planned on top of the 126 destinations offered last year.

A total of €2 million has been spent on enlarging the previous shopping area to cover a total of

13,000 square metres, with 55 shops now at the terminal.

Regarding access roads, the minister said the southern access had been open for almost a year and a project to create another to the north had been approved.

Brit drug arrests POLICE have arrested seven Britons and one Spaniard suspected of being members of a gang responsible for growing and distributing mari-huana in Andalucia and abroad.

Investigations began in mid-2014 when officers detected a gang which controlled most of the marihuana growing in the Guadalhorce Valley.

Once ready, the drugs were vacuum-packed and sent across Andalucia and to the UK. Six properties and two industrial warehouses in Alora and Pizarra were searched and more than 70 kilos of marihuana confiscated, along with weapons, cash and luxury vehicles.

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Real estate auction-rigging in Spain: Nationwide fraud unchallenged A

UCTION-RIGGING, commonly known as bid-rigging, is a form of collusion between real estate speculators whereby they conspire to illegally rig the bidding process.

This fraud at public real estate foreclosure is a criminal offence and in some countries (US), each bid-rigging carried a maximum penalty of 10

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years in prison a $1 million fine.

According to a US Department of Justice note: “Over the past three

fiscal years, the Justice Department has filed nearly 10,000 financial fraud cases against nearly 15,000 defendants including more

than 2,900 mort-gage fraud defendants.”

Spain’s courts have been equally responsive when dealing with this problem: we can recall one famous bid-rigging fraud case in the Valencia courts where 42 individuals (on appeal 27 were acquitted) received lengthy sentences, two of which got 10 years each.

The only difference with the US is the last high profile case took place in…

1995. And since, very little Government activity to curb this plague.

This is not the only unusual thing: in this country, it’s possible to witness first-hand how these fraudsters operate.

You just have to attend a busy auction dealing with

a coveted property.

Let’s take the Marbella courts as an example where a selected group of ‘subasteros’ (a mix between a speculator, an opportunist, an outright fraudster and a liar) operate with worrying impunity; these guys are familiar faces, ‘dummy bidders’ that turn up day in day out to boycott auction procedures by chasing away legit bidders - occasionally with threats - demanding money from serious contenders in exchange for not participating (as well as offering them money to refrain from doing so), or escalating the bids to force out any newcomer.

The boss of this Mafiosi syndicate used to be a bold (bald, too) overweight individual (name withheld); he had experience, money and contacts in the courts, and led the rest in their nefarious activities.

It appears he has now taken a step back, perhaps his prominence was beginning to mirror his physique and he got that timely feeling that it was just the right moment to retire.

The rest unfortunately remain, as so do many other hundreds operating throughout the Spanish courts.

Sadly, lawmakers have not yet noted the flaws of the current system nor the simplest solution for this instance of corruption: first-price sealed-bid auctions in which bidders place their bid in a sealed envelope and simultaneously hand them to the auctioneer the court in this instance.

The views expressed in this article are not necessarily those of this publication.

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Two detained for armed robberies POLICE in Fuengirola have detained two young Maghrebis accused of committing at least four armed robberies in a 48-

hour crime spree, and are looking for another two. During one of the robberies, the detained men entered a bar located at Centro Comercial Miramar and held the patrons at gunpoint.

Somebody managed to call the police and the thieves left before the officers got there.

On another occasion, they tried to break into a private residence. They also attacked a 50-yearold pedestrian before taking his money and on DRUGS GREENHOUSE: Set up inside a house.

Sunday night (January 11) tried to steal someone’s car. The owner, however, alerted the police.

A chase ensued and the FOUR marihuana greenhouses have been officers arrested two of dismantled and 20 people arrested by police in the suspects, while two Malaga and Granada. more got away. The police Eighteen men and two women, aged between 19 determined the gun they and 65, were arrested and 1,500 plants and 40 kilos had used during the of cannabis was confiscated during the police robberies was made of operation. plastic.

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Citizens getting greener THE mobile recycling unit in Fuengirola collected 3,252 kilos of special rubbish in 2014, twice as much as the year before.

The unit, which is at the fairground from 8am to 2pm five days a week, collected electrical appliances, computers, telephones, printer cartridges, paint, batteries and lightbulbs for recycling.

Environment Councillor Dolores Buzon and Cleaning Councillor Pedro Vega said that citizens’ awareness had increased and many had started to recycle and care for the environment.

Items that cannot be disposed of in normal rubbish bins like paint, tyres, batteries, oil, lightbulbs, x-rays, medicine and electrical appliances can be disposed of free of charge at the unit.

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Officer faces charges for cancelling fine A MARBELLA policeman faces up to four years in prison for faking official documents to get an acquaintance out of a traffic fine.

During a court hearing, the public prosecutor asked for a four-year jail sentence and a €5,400 fine along with a six-year ban from police work.

The prosecution explained that a female acquaintance of the accused was fined in 2009 for parking on the pavement and that the

‘Crowning glory’ now in place WORK is progressing well on the Green Lung Botanical Garden in Estepona with the 30metre-high structure of the main dome now in place.

Development and Tourism Councillor Ana Velasco explained that the 12-tonne laminated steel dome, which will weigh more than 50 tonnes once the glass covering has been added, took more than two hours of precision manoeuvring to move and place. Although another two

MAMMOTH TASK: It took two hours to manoeuvre the massive structure into place. domes, measuring 15 and nine metres in height, will be built, the main dome will be the greatest attraction, housing thousands of

orchids and a 17-metre waterfall. Velasco said work is 75 per cent complete and the building will be ready for opening in March.

police officer faked documents with his colleague’s signature to get her out of paying the penalty.

The accused denied

forging his colleague’s signature, claiming that although he filled in the form, he found it had been signed after leaving it on a desk during a break.

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Locked in shop A CHINESE shop owner in Malaga City has been fined â‚Ź2,400 for locking a woman inside his shop.

The woman entered the premises in the Ciudad Jardin district to put credit on her mobile phone, yet she later reported to police that he ignored her and sold loose cigarettes to a teenager who had come in behind her.

An argument ensued and the woman said she was going to call the police and report the sale of tobacco to a minor.

At that point the shop owner pushed her out of his way and rushed to shut the shop, locking the woman inside while he and his wife removed all tobacco from the premises.

Once the incriminating evidence had been removed, the owner opened the door and told the terrified customer that she could leave and call the police.

The 57-year-old man was arrested for retaining the woman against her will and fined â‚Ź2,400 after an express trial at Malaga courts.

Coastal paths continue WORK has begun on a stretch of coastal pathway between Playa Bella and La Chimenea in Estepona. A wooden walkway will be built and surrounding areas tidied up in the second stage of the coastal path project.

WORK BEGINS: A wooden walkway to be built.

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A heated debate over W MANY expatriates in Spain are crying foul after the UK Government axed winter fuel payments.

Chancellor George Osborne has decided to apply a ‘temperature test’ to entire countries to see which pensioners should get the payment. Spain is one of those

Thermostat means-testing WHEN the Winter Fuel Allowance was first introduced in 1997, I assumed that I was excluded.

At first I was too young and once I reached pensionable age I still believed I didn’t qualify as I had paid tax and National Insurance for such a short time back in the 60s. By the time I realised that I was entitled to it, the opportunity was snatched from under my nose.

But was I morally entitled to claim that £200? Fortunately, Messrs Cameron, Osborne and Duncan Smith spared me that dilemma by telling me I’m not going to get it anyway.

Most of us who chose to live in this country did so because it promised more affordable living and an enhanced quality of life, which says little for the mother country and its pitiful state pensions.

The Winter Fuel Allowance is a pension right, not a handout, and if the proceeds from our National Insurance contributions were used wisely, there would not be a shortage of funds.

How dare Smith and his profligate pals refer to these payments as an obscene waste of taxpayers’ money! We have been, and many still are, UK taxpayers.

With most retired expats retaining the right to vote in the UK elections, but the majority not bothering, we pose little threat to the government and are therefore seen as a soft target.

Expats are seen as a soft target

We’re not all in this together!

COLIN BIRD I WRITE this with radiators full on and a steaming mug of rumenhanced coffee at my elbow.

Does Tory millionaire George Iain Duncan Smith (plain George Smith if he hadn’t had grandiose pretentions) not realise that even in Spain, the late afternoon temperatures drop significantly, and prolonged heating is very much required?

Obviously not.

Have the British Consulates, whose staff are aware of this fact, lobbied on our behalf?

Doubtful.

FUEL PAYMENTS: Iain Duncan Smith says they are a waste of taxpayers’ money.

KEEPING WARM: In many areas of Spain, especially those inland, temperatures can drop to below freezing.

NORA JOHNSON SO, with the loss of the Winter Fuel Allowance, all those pensioners who, over the years, paid taxes and NI contributions thereby helping to pay for hospitals, schools, nurses, teachers, etc - will lose a little help towards the costs of keeping themselves warm in winter here in Spain.

Just because they move to a CORDON PRESS

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that fails the test.

A spokesman from the UK’s Department of Works and Pensions confirmed to the Euro Weekly News that the current payments are the last expatriates in Spain will be able to claim. From September 2015 they will have lost their

cheaper and/or warmer country to live shouldn’t mean their entitlements are summarily cut. Unlike those who stay behind, pensioners who live abroad make no demands on the UK for medical expenses, local services, welfare, etc, yet many still pay tax to the UK Government through their pensions.

Indeed, research by the pressure group, Oxford Economics, found that emigrating pensioners save the Government £2.3 billion (€2.95 billion) a year in social care costs. Seems we’re not all in this together!

With the NHS currently on life support and a General Election looming, it’s clear the Government needs to make savings somewhere.

But it’s also clear it could save a lot more if it stopped all handouts to those who aren’t entitled to be in the country – particularly child benefit payments for children who don’t actually live in the UK.

Hey Britain! It does get cold in Spain IAIN DEMPSEY AS a 30-something-year-old Irishman living on the Costa del Sol, the decision to abolish the Winter Fuel Allowance for UK expats is one that (thankfully) doesn’t affect me.

But my sympathies do lie with those who will no longer receive their payments as a result of Iain Duncan Smith’s decision. Contrary to popular belief and British tabloid spoutings, the Costa del Sol does get cold during the winter months, particularly at night. While the sun can and often does remain warm during the day, it may come as a shock to those in the British

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Winter Fuel Allowance eligibility. He said: “The regulations have been laid in Parliament and will become law.”

Designed to help with the cost of winter heating in the chilly UK, critics said people in warmer climes should not receive it. It has caused much controversy over the years, but

one thing is certain, for many people losing the cash payment of between £100 and £300 (€128 to €385) will be a blow.

In this special Euro Weekly News report we asked people in the street what they thought of the move, and some of our columnists give their personal opinion.

COMMENTS FROM THE COMMUNITY We have paid all our taxes for over 40 years in England. In Spain the only benefits we are entitled to are with healthcare as we are pensioners. Anybody going to England from other countries seems to be entitled to everything from the word go. It DOES get cold. We do have frosts.’

Patricia Stooks, Aljambra, Albox, Almeria It’s like giving a child pocket money to save up for something to enjoy later and then, when the time comes to spend it, taking it away again. Totally unfair. Next they will be deducting their pensions!’

Lisa Sadleir, Mijas, Malaga It seems totally reasonable that I do not get any allowance here in Spain. I have chosen (15 years ago) to leave the UK. I think their resources should be spent IN the UK on the National Health, which seems at bursting point.’

Steve Hall, Fuengirola I have a problem with the Government’s decision to penalise many of us who have paid in to receive benefits when they retired, to possibly use this money to pay out to many people who have never contributed at all.’

L Clarke, Costa Blanca

Paying winter fuel payments to British expat pensioners in Spain is NOT offensive - it is their right.’

Sandra Piddock, Algorfa, Costa Blanca We would like Iain Duncan Smith to come and live with us for a week in January while we switch off the heating! Our nearest town is Chirivel in Almeria at an altitude greater than the top of Mount Snowdon!’

Tina Charles, Chirivel, Almeria I would say approximately 90 per cent of our purchasers do not ask for or know what an Energy Performance Certificate is, and the results on the efficiency of a property do not form part of their decision process. So I take from this that the clients do not put heating/energy saving as a priority on their property purchase. However, I really feel for the people who are losing the allowance.’

Sharon Garner, Director, Spanish Property Choice I feel that people who have moved to a warmer clime should stand on their own two feet. Why should they be supported by the UK Government? Maybe it would be fairer if it was means-tested so people on the breadline got some help.’

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A slim chance of a reversal THERE is a possible loophole in the Statutory Instrument, the piece of legislation that the British Government used to take away the Winter Fuel Allowance.

There is a parliamentary technique, which is rarely used, to halt the implementation of the Statutory Instrument, otherwise known as a ‘prayer’. It must be activated within 40 days of tabling of the Statutory Instrument.

In order to have a chance of overturning the Statutory Instrument, the clerk must receive a large number of submissions, then action may be taken to stop the implementation.

You must send an email to The Clerk, Work and Pensions Committee, workpencom@parliament.uk at outlining your objection to the Winter Fuel Allowance Statutory Instrument and asking for it to be annulled.

Have your say Is your blood boiling at the axing of the Winter Fuel Allowance? Or do you think it was the right thing to do?

Let us know your views by sending an email to editorial@euroweeklynews.com.

Parliament that it is not sunny all the time in Spain, particularly in inland areas and those at higher altitudes.

From personal experience, I know what it’s like to shiver at home at night during the winter in a Spanish home that isn’t built to withstand the cold.

Sure, most of the year it’s roasting, but come late November the temperatures drop and though it may not be as cold as it is in the UK, heating is definitely needed until at least early March.

And that heating is expensive, be it central heating, hot air conditioning or fuel for fires.

I can only imagine how much colder it can feel to an elderly person, a person who has paid their UK taxes and has the right to live in a warm home.

The problem is much bigger MIKE WALSH BRITAIN’S Foreign Aid bill this year is expected to rise to £11.3 billion (€14.5 billion). Foreign ‘Aid’ buys into products and services in which the elite have a financial interest; it is a misnomer for governmentapproved money laundering.

Britain’s oil-based wealth is 19th on the world scale. Norway, drawing on similar oil fields, is not far ahead. The Norse nation has so much oil-related wealth its problem is how to spend it.

Norway has no national debt. Britain is one of the most indebted countries in the world. Britain ranks shockingly high in social

deprivation, crime, abysmal educational performance, child poverty, and a ramshackle transport infrastructure.

The British pension is the lowest in Europe save that of Latvia.

The problem is far more than pensioners being deprived of their paltry heating allowance. Nothing will change until we wake up to the fact that Britain and its wealth are managed by one of the most corrupt and inept pseudo-democratic regimes in the developed world. We either change or change will be thrust upon us.

No choice at all DILIP KUNER IT is a bit rich for the UK Government to say that pensioners living in Spain somehow don’t deserve a winter fuel

payment. Take the example of my retired father. His home in Mijas has gas cooking and solar heated hot water. His electricity bills still come in at more than €240 a time. He also spends €100 a month on wood at this time of the year for the one open fire in his house. And that is a necessity, not a luxury.

Now he may well have to economise on wood even if that means going cold. If not, something else will have to go. And what else is there? Food?

Clothes?

Thousands of expatriates will face the same choice that is really no choice at all. Isn’t that why the payment was originally brought in, to stop people in that position from having to make such a decision?

So why should British citizens living in Spain have to choose to stay warm or not, whilst those back in the UK don’t have to? The cradle-to-grave promise of the UK Social Security system would appear not to apply if you live in Spain.

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Lego donations for Mijas children THE Lego Foundation donated 1,000 boxes of lego for needy Mijas children for the second year running.

The foundation took part in the council foreign residents’ department’s Friendship Day With Denmark and ties with Lego Foundation representative Helen Tychsen were strengthened.

Mijas Red Cross distributed the toys to local children in need.

Mario Bravo, foreigners’ department councillor, said: “we would like to thank the Lego Foundation of Denmark, as they have brought a smile to the faces of many families in Mijas this Christmas.”

ANA MULA: Watching the budding chefs.

Mayor visits cookery students ANA Mula, mayor of Fuengirola, visited cookery students at the so-called Colours building.

Fifteen local unemployed people, five of them women, have been learning cookery skills since October which will hopefully help them find work.

The municipal building was equipped with a fullyfitted kitchen to house the course, which ends in June.

14th wedding fair THE 14th edition of Debodas wedding fair will be held this weekend at the Palacio de Congresos y Exposiciones in Torremolinos.

The fair opens tomorrow, Friday 16 at 5pm and will be open from 10.30am to 9pm on Saturday and Sunday. The latest trends in wedding gear will be on show.

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Are you a winner?

WINNERS have been announced for a draw organised

by Mijas Council and local businesses.

Vouchers for €200 each to be spent at Mijas establishments will be given to 23 people who entered the draw after spending €20 or more at local shops and restaurants during the Christmas shopping campaign.

The list of winners can be found on www.mijas.es

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A creeping invasion PINE PROCESSIONARY caterpillars have invaded La Linea.

The dangerous caterpillars - which can cause allergic reactions in humans and kill pets - have been spotted in and near pine trees across the town.

Worryingly, there are many pines near schools and there is even one in the Carlos V’s school playground.

The caterpillars are covered in tiny hairs which can irritate the skin and

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BEWARE: Pine processionary caterpillars can cause severe allergic reactions. produce severe allergic reactions. In case of contact, it is important to go to A&E for treatment.

Although the plagues are usually kept under control by spraying insecticides before the eggs are laid,

once the caterpillars have hatched, as in the case of La Linea, it is harder to get rid of them.

A free ride for Mijas spenders CUSTOMERS who spend more than €50 with Mijas businesses can swap their receipts for a voucher for a free donkey ride.

The Councillor for Commerce in Mijas, Santiago Martin, announced the new campaign - called ‘Bono Burro’ (donkey vouchers) – and said 900 free rides on the Mijas donkey taxis were up-for-grabs for people

DONKEY VOUCHERS: Free rides for those that spend more than €50 at Mijas businesses. who spend their money in the area.

Receipts for purchases of more than €50 in La Cala, Las Lagunas or Mijas village can be swapped for the vouchers, which must be used before May 31, at the tourist office.

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SPAIN could raise the age of consent from 13 to 15 with a debate expected in the Spanish parliament in the next few days.

The country currently has the second lowest age of consent in Europe, with only the Vatican being lower with an age of consent of 12. The Spanish proposal to raise the age at which people can legally engage in sexual relations

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NEW PROPOSAL: In a bid to limit child sex abuse. is a bid to limit child sex abuse in the country.

According to Spanish press reports the proposed measure depends on approval from the ministries of Health and Justice. Under the new proposal, anyone engaging in sexual activity with a person under the THE final phase of a €7 million road improvements plan has age of 15 could face started in Benalmadena and is due to finish in April. child sex abuse It is the turn of the Camino de La Viñuela to be improved charges. with a new access to the Arenal, Nueva Torrequebrada and In 2013, Spain Finca Doña Maria Sur urbanisations being built. The raised the legal age creation of a new 500 metre long road will also give access for marriage from 14 to the motorway exit in Arroyo de la Miel. to 16.

Road improvements for Benalmadena

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Love notes left on the tarmac in Malaga A MYSTERIOUS message has appeared on a zebra-crossing on Calle Honduras in Malaga City.

‘Amores perennes, sentimientos que no envejecen,’ (perennial loves, feelings that don’t grow old) the white text

PETS DAY: Councillor Manuel Navarro presented the poster.

All pets welcome LA CALA DE MIJAS will be the scene of the fifth edition of Mijas’ Pets Day this Sunday, January 18.

From 11am onwards at La Butibamba park, the event is aimed at local pet-lovers many of whom are expats.

People are invited to take their pets of all types and sizes along.

Animal groups, charities and petproduct businesses will be present, with charities taking along some pets looking for homes to meet possible prospective owners.

Mijas councillor for Commerce Manuel Navarro explained that one of the main aims of the Pet Days is to help animals in need find new families.

Navarro invited locals and anyone interested to go along, whether they are pet-owners or not, for a fun-filled morning surrounded by animals and with jokes from comedian El Morta.

reads. Maybe it’s an anonymous poet that prefers tarmac to the modern-day internet, but the author has found a display point which is seen daily by hundreds of passers-by and the message leaves its mark.

Similar messages appeared on Madrid streets last October.

Although the authors were allegedly a group of anonymous artists, some decided to attribute the messages to Boamistura, a mutli-disciplinary group with

graffiti routes that was born in Madrid in 2001.

The anonymous artists declared: “We decided to paint messages on zebra-crossings as they are an obligatory pause for city pedestrians.” Up to 22

messages appeared in Madrid, yet the current one is the first that has been spotted in Malaga.

Boamistura denied being behind the Malaga message, stating that members visited the city but did not have time to do the work.

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Former Malaga student shines at Ballon d’Or A CERTAIN Malaga flavour was brought to this week’s Ballon d’Or ceremony in Zurich, Switzerland, with British presenter Kate Abdo showing off her Spanish skills – skills that she picked up at the University of Malaga.

The popular Sky Sports News presenter was chosen to host this year’s awards – beamed all around the world – and Abdo proved that she’s not just a pretty face by displaying her multi-lingual talents. The 33-year-old from Manchester is fluent in English, Spanish, French and German, and picked up her Spanish as a student at the University of Malaga between 2001 and 2003.

The former Costa del Sol resident has an honours degree in European languages from the University of Salford and has presented sports TV shows in the UK and Germany.

MULTI-LINGUAL: Presenter Kate Abdo.

Mijas crafts on show in London THE Mijas Craftsmen’s Association had its own

stand at the Top Drawer craft fair in the Olympia

Self defence for women FUENGIROLA Council has arranged a personal defence course for women.

The course will last for 12 hours in total, with four-hour classes on January 24, February 21 and March 21.

Limited places are available at a price of €10 each.

Equality Councillor Maria Luz Puentes explained that age and physical condition did not matter as the course was based on easy tactics including identifying a possible attacker and avoiding dangerous situations, kicks and punches, the importance of controlling fear and stress, and ways to stay safe.

Those who wish to sign up can do so at the Colours council building in Los Boliches.

convention centre in London last week.

Members of the council’s ‘Hecho en Mijas’ (Made in Mijas) group were present to support local craft and analyse new ways to sell and promote products.

Industrial and Commercial Promotion Councillor Manuel Navarro explained that the council hoped to take an entire aisle at the fair for ‘Hecho in Mijas’ next year, with stands to promote local crafts on an international level and introduce Mijas to the world.

Navarro said: “When the association invited me to join them I decided to pay for my own trip and go along to learn how to improve the future of Mijas craftsmen.”

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The price of a Immigrant families partner’s kiss IMMIGRANT families spend an average of 22.7 per cent less money than Spanish families, says a report.

A study carried out by the EAE Business School entitled ‘Immigrant Spanish Homes’ has analysed the situation of said families, which is 10.15 per cent of the total.

The number of families whose main breadwinner is an immigrant has grown by 2.58 per cent between 2012 and 2013, while those families supported by a Spanish citizen have only grown by 0.48 per cent in the same period.

“The data has shown that this growth was not caused by a decrease of Spanish nationality families, as they have also registered an increase,” said representative of the EAE, Juan Aitor Lago.

In 2013, the fall in families’ expenditure reached 2.34 per cent, while that of immigrant families decreased by 13.04 per cent. One of the main reasons that could explain

IMMIGRANT FAMILIES: Spend less money than Spanish families. these results are that around 80 per cent of immigrant families has trouble making ends meet, while only 20 per cent of Spanish families experience this situation.

Immigrants spend an average of €7,473 per year, while national families spend around €11,175.

According to the study,

immigrants spend 70 per cent of their income on paying rent, 32 per cent on groceries, 13 per cent on transport and 8.55 per cent on restaurants, figures that highly resemble those of Spanish families.

While Spaniards prefer buying homes rather than renting them, immigrants prefer to rent.

A WOMAN from Galicia is facing an €80 fine for being kissed on the cheek while driving.

While she was travelling through the urban area of O Carballiño (Ourense), her partner kissed her innocently on the cheek.

A few seconds later, the car was stopped by two Guardia Civil officers, who fined the woman for what they called a ‘negligent act.’

“I could not believe it,” said the woman, “in fact, I asked the officers if it was a joke.” But it was not a joke, and the officers explained to her that as it could ‘limit her movement,’ being kissed while driving was punishable.

The woman then told

the officers that she would appeal the fine, to which they responded that she would lose a discount offered when fines are paid earlier, and instead of €40 she would have to pay the whole amount.

The woman said that many people have described similar incidents to her.

Many believe this practice is carried out by police only to collect more money, and the woman is expecting to be exempted from paying the fine.

However, head of the Guardia Civil in Galicia, Francisco Javier Molana, confirmed that being kissed while driving could be a potential distraction, thus punishable.

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Call for ban on flirtatious remarks FLIRTATIOUS remarks should be banned, said Head of the Observatory on Gender-based Violence, Angeles Carmona.

Even if they are flattering, such remarks represent an invasion of a woman’s privacy and no one has the right to comment on a woman’s physical appearance, she said during an interview with radio station RNE. In cities like Cairo, women wear headphones and earplugs so they will not have to hear such comments, she added. “Even though society does not frown upon flirtatious remarks, they have to be eliminated and women should be respected even more,” she said.

She addressed complaints about gender-based violence in Spain, saying the percentage of false complaints was a mere 0.10 per cent.

The fact that there are people who believe many women lie when they say they have fallen victim to violence at the hands of husbands or partners goes to show part of society is still reluctant to take steps to eradicate domestic violence.

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Anti-terror airline database planned SPAIN’S Interior Ministry is to create a database of all airline passengers in a bid to stop Jihadists from entering the country.

This is despite the European Parliament’s Civil Liberties Committee saying such a database would be against EU laws.

Called the Passenger Name Record (PNR), the move shadows measures already put in place by the US, Canada and Australia.

It will collate data from flight reservations, such as whether bookings were made online or through an agency, and how they were paid for.

It will also flag up if the route booked is one frequently used by terrorists.

DATABASE: Airline passenger information collected.

Spain will not be alone in ignoring a vote by the committee which declared such a scheme illegal in April 2013. Another 14 European nations will be setting up the PNR, which is seen as an important tool in keeping

track of potential terrorists.

Many countries are worried about combattrained Jihadists arriving and spreading conflict into European countries. With their knowledge of arms and explosives they are seen as

particularly dangerous.

The Spanish Govern-ment has already set aside €50 million for the scheme, which it hopes will allow it to stop Jihadists and other dangerous criminals from entering the country.

New national identity card launched in Spain A NEW electronic DNI 3.0 (Spanish national identity card) has been created to prevent identity theft and improve safety.

Minister of Internal Affairs, Jorge Fernandez Diaz, introduced the new card, an advanced document with high safety measures which will prevent identity theft and serve as an electronic travel document, as well as being able to communicate with smartphones.

Lleida will be the first town where the new device will be set up and its implementation will be extended progressively to the rest of the country.

The new DNI features a faster microchip, with a higher capacity and certified to create an electronic signature, providing it with the same value as a signature on paper.

The online platform for the DNI 3.0 will create different mobile applications to manage services.

Fernandez stressed that, in times like these, safety is one of the main priorities worldwide, especially after the terrorist attack suffered in France last week.

“A document that proves the person’s identity and at the same time ensures

NEW DNI: Swimmer Mireia Belmonte issued with the first one.

their safety, apart from helping them deal with the public administration is highly relevant,” said the minister, who added that identity theft crimes were the most common online.

The first electronic DNI 3.0 has been issued to Mireia Belmonte, the Spanish Olympic swimmer, who has also been honoured in the event.

Amongst the many services available through the new electronic DNI are, for instance, communicating directly with public institutions such as the police, town hall and Social Security service, checking the employment history, using the electronic signature, managing traffic tickets and paying taxes, amongst others.

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STAT OF WEEK THE 35 firms on Spain’s Ibex stock market index were worth €563.64 billion at the end of 2014, a €27.17 billion increase on 2013. Banks contributed to €20.44 billion of this.

Taxing situation for Hacienda employees HACIENDA and State Administrator IGAE employees insisted that another 26,718 workers are needed to combat fiscal fraud.

Gestha, the union representing them, claimed that without more personnel it will be impossible to pursue evaders efficiently. Nor can they meet the target of reducing by half, Spain’s €253 billion submerged economy which is

UNDERSTAFFING: A problem for Hacienda.

Canaries’ drilling results due soon REPSOL expects to finish test drilling off the Canary Islands this Sunday, January 18.

Despite local opposition the Spanish multinational began surveying the Sandia oil field, 54 kilometres from Fuerteventura and 61 off Lanzarote, on November 18.

Should the search for oil or gas give negative results, Repsol will go no further and abandon the Canaries project. If these are positive, the company will have to decide whether to move on to the Chirimoya field for more explorations.

A third option involves a temporary halt to all prospections while the

Sandia field results are examined in depth and future strategy is decided.

This would leave the drilling ship Rowan Renaissance free to depart for Angola to carry out new prospections.

According to unofficial sources, this is Repsol’s favoured choice as the ship costs $1.2 million (approximately €1 million) to run each day.

Prospecting off the Angola coast would be preferable to having it lie idle, the sources said.

If a temporary halt is called, this could last between three and five months, depending on the quality of the Canaries’ results and the duration of the Angolan explorations.

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New shoes US accessories firm Coach bought out upmarket shoe manufacturer Stuart Weitzman, now owned

by Sycamore Partners, for €481 million. All the firm’s shoes are made at 11 Elda (Alicante) factories.

More AVEs THE AVE high-speed train will reach Zamora, Leon, Palencia and Burgos this year and connect Galicia’s main cities.

Valencia will link with Castellon, Alicante with Murcia and the Sevilla line will extend to Cadiz.

Employment on the increase

BY December 2014 there were 253,627 fewer jobless in Spain than at the beginning of the year.

The number of contributors to Social Security also rose for the fifth consecutive month with 417,574 more people in system. It was the first time that this had happened since 2007 when the first symptoms of the economic crisis began to be felt. There is still some way to go, however, as 2.6

million jobs have been destroyed in the last six years.

The fall of 253,627 in registered unemployed during 2014 was the greatest in 15 years and Minister of Labour Fatima Bañez predicted that 2015’s employment figures would outstrip official estimates.

“The greater part of Spanish society is confident of finding work in the coming months,” she said.

now equivalent to 24.6 per cent of the country’s GDP. Understaffing is one of the Spanish system’s greatest problems, a Gestha communiqué stated. In European Union countries there is a tax administration employee for every 970 taxpayers, compared with Spain where there is one Hacienda employee for every 1,958 taxpayers, the union said.

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PRICE CHANGE %CHANGE VOLUME 161.62 90.42 33.40 131.54 87.65 108.21 27.79 43.03 94.25 73.50 92.10 24.03 187.35 104.89 159.11 36.76 104.94 59.34 93.21 62.56 47.19 95.99 32.65 90.25 105.83 114.02 103.72 46.76 260.53 89.35

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Using social media to sell ‘IF you don’t yell, you won’t sell.’ It matters not how good your product is, if people don’t know about your service it will stay on the shelf. Advertising, and now social forum interaction, are essential components of selling.

Businesses traditionally turn to conventional media. Many, including the major car makers, now add social online media to support their more formal forms of advertising.

The true value of the internet is that it gives the astute small business owner a level playing field with the big hitters.

It is hard to believe that Facebook, founded only 10 years ago, today operates from 48 international city hubs,

Talking shop Mike Walsh Mike Walsh was for 20 years Regional Assessment Manager for the Guild of Master Craftsmen, Britain’s biggest quality assurance body for businesses.

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employs 8,348, and is used by 1.567 million people each day. The number of those signed up to Facebook comes to 20 per cent of the world’s population.

The arts have always been the most difficult of livelihoods. Musicians, artists and artistes, the literati, sculptors and

models; many suchlike, found doors closed in their faces. Facebook and Twitter are a lifeline for many callings seeking work or orders.

Social media offers advertising opportunities for the cash-strapped. Its value cannot be underestimated for those whose products or services are cold-shouldered by ring-fenced elite that is for most difficult to penetrate.

They now post their interactive profiles on Facebook. By doing so, they reach far larger audiences than they could hope to present to in theatre, art gallery, catwalk or publishing house.

New authors often use social media exclusively to sell their books.

Most businesses, restaurants to travel agencies, solicitors to estate agents, supplement their advertising with a working Facebook presence.

Publishing houses, cultural associations would be isolated without this media. Conventional mainstream media, such as our own Euro Weekly News, value their formidable Facebook presence.

This keeps users up to the minute with local and international news, offers an opportunity to have their say, or comment on various sections.

One thing for certain, social media is very much a part of the ‘if you don’t yell, you don’t sell’ culture.

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Where there is willpower there is a happy financial future H

OW are those New Year Resolutions going?

Despite best intentions it can be very difficult to stick to new commitments. Goals to save money each month, pay off debt, or stop using that credit card aren’t that easy to achieve, are they? And although everyone tells us that all we need is a little bit of

Loose change A look at finance for females

Jane Plunkett jane.plunkett@euroweeklynews.com

willpower - it seems that actual willpower is not as common as the word itself is so frequently thrown around. Self-control is not something that just magically appears when we want to be successful; it is in fact, something that takes training.

So how do we train ourselves to have the ability to follow and

MEDITATION: Focus your mind on your goals.

Cash bid from banking giant THE eurozone’s biggest bank, Santander, has surprised markets by trying to raise €7.5 billion in fresh funds.

The announcement of the recapitalisation move, which is worth about a 10th of its market value, was held after an extraordinary meeting of the board. Although no explanation was given for the move, some media have said that new

chairman Ana Botin was reacting to some investors’ worries that capital reserves were weaker than they should be.

“This operation will be carried out through an accelerated placement,” said Santander, in a statement.

It is a huge sum being raised, topping the €7.2 billion it raised in the midst of the financial crisis in 2008. Athough not as badly hit as some other banks, it still had to write off billions of bad property loans, SHARES in carbon fibre manu€19 billion in 2012 facturer Carbures plummeted alone. by 66 per cent after it restarted But generally the trading following a three-month banking giant has a suspension and admitted it was good reputation in not in profit, but making a loss. the market, and The Cadiz firm requested the was one of the few suspension last October to banks not to need a address questions raised by its governmental bail auditors regarding its viability. out.

Owning up

achieve our goals and secure a more content financial future?

Well here are a few tips on where to start.

Be mindful: Something like meditation is a great way to help build up willpower. Meditation is about sitting still, focusing your mind on an idea or phrase and having the patience to sit there and clear your mind of all other things apart from this goal.

If you can train your mind to concentrate on a particular goal through meditation, you’ll see a remarkable change in your willpower.

Make small deadlines: It’s important not to overwhelm yourself. By putting too much pressure on your plate, it’s possible to overexhaust your willpower to the point where you give up. Instead take little,

but significant steps. For example, if your goal is to save, start off by putting a small amount away, then each week or month, increase this figure slightly. This way you ease yourself into saving, without giving yourself the shock that might force you to quit.

Be aware of impulses: Every time an impulse arises, encouraging you to perhaps blow all your savings or skip this month’s savings quota, try to remember why you set yourself these goals in the first place.

Think of your long-term goals, and compare them to the shortterm satisfaction you get from caving into temptation. A whim impulse is not as important as the goals you spent time constructing previously, so don’t let them ruin your future.

“One man, one vote” or is it?

Q. With reference to your article in EWN last week, it seems each property in a Community You and the does not have a vote, as you state. Instead it is the owner who has the vote and he has only Law in Spain ONE VOTE, regardless of how many flats he

By David Searl owns. Your view is in conflict with that of Jose Luis Navarro who writes the Community Corner. If you were right, it means a property developer who still owns more than 50 per cent of the apartments, can run the Community to suit himself. R.B. (Costa del Sol) A. Well, we are both right. And, yes, it is confusing. Firstly, the Horizontal Property Law states that a majority vote in the Community needs a majority of the owners, who must also represent the majority of the ‘cuotas,’ or property shares. The need for this ‘double majority’ is clearly stated in the law.

Now we come to the confusing part.

Just as you say, one owner of many properties can dominate the proceedings. When some owners feel their interests are harmed, they can go to court. Spanish courts normally rule in favour of the small owners. As a result, some Communities have installed a system of ‘one owner, one vote,’ as the Community Corner points out.

Nevertheless, this system remains contrary to the Horizontal Law. Send your questions for David Searl through lawyers Ubeda-Retana & Associates in Fuengirola at Ask@lawtaxspain.com, or call 952 667 090.

BUSINESS EXTRA

Cash in pesetas SOME €1.664 billion in peseta notes and coins are still lying around in Spain, roughly equivalent to the spending cuts recently demanded of Greece.

They can be redeemed until December 31, 2020 and the Bank of Spain is currently exchanging notes and coins at the rate of approximately €1 million a month.

Not-so-pretty CORPORACION DERMOESTICA, specialists in cosmetic surgery, has gone into voluntary liquidation and is preparing to lay off staff.

The chain, whose 43 clinics in Spain and Portugal will close, has short-term debts of €15.5 million and a diminishing turnover that fell by €6 million to €23 million in 2013.

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Hard-won right to vote AT 12.30pm on December 2, Geoffrey Clifton-Brown MP proposed a Bill that would give back to 1.5 million expatriates in Europe their right to vote.

The Speaker called for opposition. There was none and the Bill now goes forward to be considered again at the next stage on March 6. I shall be in the House as I was on December 2.

It could be that the timing of the General Election blocks all the Bills passing through the House.

That would be a cruel fate after all the campaigning, but it can only delay the inevitable regaining of our right to vote. Arguing whether we vote at the 2015 or 2020 election means we have won and it is now just a matter of time.

So that is how we enter the New Year, knowing that our campaign is nearly over.

Harry Shindler MBE, London

Home truths ELIZABETH COVINGTON’S letter contains some often-repeated but nevertheless false statements.

How could anyone imagine that trade with the 30-odd million people in Australia and New Zealand, at the other end of the world, could possibly make up for endangering our access to the 500 million who live in the EU, just across the Channel?

Also, it is misleading to imply that we gave up all trade with the Commonwealth when we joined the EU. There is still a good deal left!

And we don’t need to leave the EU to trade with rest of the world.

All the EU countries already do that, so that if we left the EU, we would simply be competing against our present EU partners, on the same or more probably worse terms than now. We are not the ‘most populated country in more than Europe.’

Germany has about 20 million more than we have, and France and Italy have about the same.

The Netherlands have more people per square mile.

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from 5.30pm until any time up to 2am. There can be four or 24 and their behaviour varies between texting, talking or playing music on phones to running around screaming, shouting and drinking.

This happens on Fridays and Saturdays in term-time and every night during holidays. I have spoken to parents, the mayor and sat with the children trying to explain that their behaviour is anti-social and lacks respect for elderly retired people, all to no avail.

I would be pleased to hear from anyone who has been in a similar situation.

Stuart Burnley, Torremendo (Alicante)

Things to come?

THEY say you don’t get real twilight in Spain like this beautiful Hampshire scene in my son’s photo. For myself I’ll forgo the sunset and stay (comparatively) warm.

D Cochrane (by email)

anticipate demand and invest sufficiently.

Elizabeth forgets that all calculations show immigrants put more into our benefits system than they take out, besides playing an indispensible role in staffing our hospitals.

I agree if jobs are available, British people should take them and lose benefits if they don’t.

However, it is not easy to refine the system in such a way as to push the able-bodied into work without punishing those who cannot work because of their medical condition, or because they are too busy looking after dependants.

Bill Campbell (by email)

Long way to go I READ with some dismay in a letter in last week’s Euro Weekly News the assumption that old trading partners such as Australia would resume business with the UK if we left the EU. Australia and New Zealand have established highly profitable trading links with countries in Asia such as China,

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Japan and India where the distances are much less.

Any imports or exports would have a premium added for the cost of travel to and from the UK. As for the NHS, there is a problem (mainly in the south of England), but the cost of addressing it will not be helped by leaving our biggest trading partner and striking out alone.

Far better working away inside the EU with our natural allies within the structure such as the Dutch and now, increasingly, the Germans to curb the excesses of Brussels.

Lewis Rudge, Bellreguard (Valencia)

EU flipside MY regards and a big kiss to Elisabeth Covington who wrote what many Danes have been fighting for years. This goes for many Swedes and Germans too.

My mother was Swedish, my father was German and I was born in Denmark.

I was against the Common Market in 1972, but it was moderate then. Each country should belong to itself and not to greedy and egotistical politicians.

Let us hope that many people wake up in 2015.

Carl-Heinz Feddersen, Torrox Costa (Malaga)

Noisy children I WRITE in the hope that readers may be able to help me with what I know is a Spanish problem.

My wife and I live in a ground floor apartment in a small Spanish village. We are the only foreign residents and for health reasons my wife need periods of rest.

For several years the local children aged between seven and 16 congregate under our window

IS this a sign of things to come?

One day after Boxing Day a local supermarket increased their jars of Dolmio Sauce by 12 per cent from €2.75 to €3.08.

Ann Paterson, San Fulgencio (Alicante)

Keeping abreast WHY does Leapy Lee just think of himself all the time?

Being married, he is in a position to see and feel a breast any time of the day or night.

Does he never think of single men (we cannot help being ugly) who never see or feel a breast at all? When we do catch sight of a woman breastfeeding her child it is a sight for sore eyes to us and brings us joy and happiness.

Thank you, ladies. Leapy wants to ban the breast, I want to beautify it and you can carry on when and where you like.

Bob Mitchell, Torremolinos (Malaga)

Split them up HAVE just read about the lady who had her purse stolen.

Mine was stolen several years ago in Baza where I use to live and when we went to the police to report it, I was told off for having my cards, money, driving licence all in the same purse.

They advised me to put them in a separate purse and holders, since then I have done this and have recommended to my friends that they do so, too.

Ann Davis (by email)

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ERE we go again. Months of screeching Kay Burley and political purgatory. Neverending queues of pontificating politicians, filling us with insincere claptrap, and predictably evading any embarrassing questions.

Oh for a politician who answers a direct question with a direct answer. It’s an art, you know. It’s a parliamentary ploy, honed over many years by people who really don’t give a damn about you or me.

Cold mercenaries, who simply use any political platform they can to further their own careers. Perhaps we should all try it.

WIFE: ‘What were you doing in a restaurant, dining with a young blonde last night?’ HUSBAND: ‘No no darling, you really have to look at the broader picture.

A recent poll revealed that it was far more intellectually beneficial to dine out in company than singularly. We must also do all we can to encourage small

VOTING TIME: May the outcome be beneficial to us all. businesses by bringing them as much custom as possible. We really must all learn to move forward... etc.’ Alright, I know I’m not too good at it, but you get my drift.

Delighted to see UKIP growing more popular by the hour. Especially when it was over two years ago I advised everyone to look out for them. (Another ‘Leapy rant!?’) To tell the truth, with all

the other parties and media constantly discussing the UKIP threat, the added bonus of so much free publicity must be very welcome indeed. Ah well, at least it’s democracy. Let the contest begin and may the outcome be beneficial to all.

My TV is stuck displaying the subtitles for the deaf. Actually with my tinnitus worse than ever, it can actually help with the odd words I don’t catch. I assume it’s

triggered by some voice recognition process, which is all well and good, but does sometimes produce some hilarious mistakes. For example, in a football game yesterday it gleefully informed us that a shot was fired at an ‘open goat!’ We were also told that ‘a vessel would write itself,’ ‘a poster had sunk off of cows’ and some poor unfortunate had had ‘a shot across the bowels!’ Lovely stuff.

In the normal run of things, having experienced ‘post incarceration problems,’ I would come out on the side of footballer Ched Evans; after all, he didn’t receive or deserve a life sentence for his criminality.

But surely, for this young man to get a more sympathetic ear from his peers, a step in the right direction would be to simply apologise. He doesn’t even have to admit his guilt.

‘If I misread the young lady’s intentions and behaved inappropriately, then I apologise unreservedly for any suffering I have caused both her and her family.’ Job done. If his young arrogance doesn’t allow him to do even that, then he deserves everything he gets. S’there!

Keep the faith, Love Leapy leapylee2002@gmail.com

Shake, rattle and roll . . . Cool!

Colin Bird

MODERN TECHNOLOGY: Manufacturers don’t build things to last like they used to.

Each week, Colin brings his slightly off-the-wall view of the world to the pages of EWN in his own irreverent style.

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like my computer.

I can have a good old chat with friends who live on the other side of the Atlantic complete with a live image - and it’s great for researching things I need for work. But I positively detest the thing when it goes wrong, which is as frequent as the issue of yet another EU regulation.

Anyway, I had a bit of trouble a couple of weeks ago when it began to cut out at inopportune times. Yes I know the term is ‘crash,’ but being firmly anchored in the pre-computer age, I prefer the term ‘cut out’ thank you. This happened with increasing regularity until it simply would not, um... reboot dammit. So I took it to my local computer shop. I have to say that I take my faulty hardware

in as a last, not a first resort.

Not because I have problems with the staff who are always helpful and professional but, due to my own failings, I invariably emerge from the place feeling like a prize turnip.

They use Klingon when trying

to explain things to me you see, and although I nod sagely, the truth is I don’t understand a darn thing they are saying. On this occasion I was told to leave the offending beast and they would get back to me, which they did, promptly.

It’s the power supply I was told by the friendly young man.

I was puzzled, everything else in the house seemed to be working perfectly and I told him so. No, the power supply he repeated.

I was getting agitated. Yes I

heard what he said the first time, and I reiterated that all the lights in the house were working, as too were the TV and that other thing that burns bread whenever I use it, so how come? The power supply in the computer he pointed out patiently. But could it be fixed?

Of course, and less than an hour later and 60 euros poorer, I had the treacherous machine back on my desk. The problem apparently, is that my computer is two years old and I must expect this sort of thing to happen.

My parents only ever owned one fridge purchased during the 50’s and although it would shake, rattle and roll in keeping with its vintage, it was still doing its job 30 years later. So why are today’s manufacturers not able to build things to last?

Well, they could of course, but when hundreds of people queue round the block for the latest model of things like Smartphones at 500 quid each, why should they.

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What is the funniest thing that has happened to you recently?

INA JARRETT of Lifestyle Interiors, in Portals Nous, Mallorca: “There were a few funny things that happened during the Christmas holidays, my parents have been staying with us and after Christmas Day lunch, I decided to make us all Irish coffee. I spent ages over the preparation, fresh coffee, fresh whipped cream, and the best single malt. We all took our first sip, which my husband promptly spat out across the table - I had put salt in the coffee instead of sugar! I won’t be making that mistake again.”

Tony Roig of Bar Rositas, in Calvia, Mallorca: “We went to the UK over the Christmas holidays. We still had some Christmas shopping to do and gifts to buy, but the shops were so busy, we got back quite late and wrapped the gifts. After a few vinos we realised no one had written out the name tags. It was quite funny when my daughter opened an El Divo CD, and my mum got One Direction. How to disappoint two people at the same time!”

Claus of the Longhorn restaurant, in Benalmadena is always being mistaken for the Italian referee, Collina: “When I am

STREET TALK asked if I am the famous Italian referee, it makes me chuckle.

Although being bald is all Collina and I have in common as football is not a hobby of mine.

Recently a football team from Benalmadena gave me a very nice football Kirsty (right); Tina (far right) and Claus with his football shirt (below).

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shirt with the logo of my restaurant Longhorn on it! I shall wear it next summer!”

Kirsty Gordon from Bar Boru in Calahonda, told us: “When a client bought a Bar Boru Gold Card over the Christmas period, getting her two for one evening meals all year long… the client to ask me if it was also usable as a credit card!!” Kirsty went on to reply “No... But it will give you a great interest in Bar Boru!!”

“We were going on a cruise from Valencia, and couldn’t find the car park,” said Peter Savage from PN TV Services, “We had pre-booked the car park, so ended up abandoning the car on waste land and leaving it with some guy. I gave him €10 and said if it was still there in a week with all the tyres I’d give him another €10 and it was! He was waiting by the car when we got off the Peter ship. It was stressful at the time of PN but we laugh about it now.”

TV.

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BBC ONE 7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Wanted Down Under 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Caught Red Handed 12:30pm Rip Off Britain 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News at One 2:30pm BBC London News 2:45pm Doctors

BBC TWO 7:05am Homes Under the Hammer 8:05am Caught Red Handed 8:35am Rip Off Britain 9:20am Oxford Street Revealed 10:05am The Great Interior Design Challenge 11:05am Claimed and Shamed 11:35am HARDtalk 12:00pm BBC News 12:30pm BBC World News 1:00pm The Daily Politics 2:00pm Masters Snooker

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ITV 7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 11:55am ITV News 12:00pm This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV News and Weather

CH4 7:45am According to Jim 8:10am King of Queens 8:35am King of Queens 9:00am Frasier 9:30am Frasier 10:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:30am Everybody Loves Raymond 11:00am Undercover Boss 12:00pm Shipping Wars 12:30pm Shipping Wars 1:00pm Channel 4 News Summary 1:05pm Come Dine with Me 2:05pm Four in a Bed

CH5 9:00am Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 9:15am Peppa Pig 9:25am Peppa Pig 9:35am Toby's Travelling Circus 9:45am Bananas in Pajamas 10:00am Tickety Toc 10:15am The Wright Stuff 12:10pm The Hotel Inspector 1:10pm 5 News Lunchtime 1:15pm Celebrity Big Brother 2:15pm Home and Away 2:45pm Neighbours

THURSDAY TV SKY 1 6:00am Stargate Atlantis 7:00am Brainiac: Science Abuse 8:00am UK Border Force 9:00am Emergency Animal Rescue 9:30am Emergency Animal Rescue 10:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 11:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 12:00pm Hawaii Five-0 1:00pm Hawaii Five0 2:00pm NCIS: Los Angeles

3pm 3:15pm Father Brown 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm James Martin: Home Comforts 5:30pm Antiques Road Trip

3:00pm Judge Rinder 4:00pm Tipping Point 5:00pm Mel and Sue

3:10pm A Place in the Sun: Winter Sun 4:10pm Countdown 5:00pm Deal or No Deal

3:15pm NCIS 4:15pm When Calls the Heart

7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Great British Railway Journeys 8:00pm Masters Snooker

6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm ITV News London 7:30pm ITV News and Weather 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm The Kyle Files

6:00pm Come Dine with Me 6:30pm The Simpsons 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News

6:00pm 5 News at 5 6:30pm Neighbours 7:00pm Home and Away 7:30pm 5 News Tonight 8:00pm The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door

6:00pm The Simpsons 6:30pm Futurama 7:00pm Futurama 7:30pm The Simpsons 8:30pm The Simpsons

9:00pm Nature's Weirdest Events 10:00pm The Super-Rich and Us 11:00pm Never Mind the Buzzcocks 11:30pm Newsnight

9:00pm Emmerdale 9:30pm Birds of a Feather 10:00pm Bring Back Borstal 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:40pm The Brits are Coming

9:00pm Location, Location, Location 10:00pm Cyberbully 11:20pm My Granny the Escort

9:00pm Benefits 10:00pm Celebrity Big Brother 11:00pm Botched Up Bodies

9:00pm David Attenborough Conquest of the Skies 10:00pm David Attenborough Conquest of the Skies 11:00pm A League of Their Own

3:00pm Masters Snooker Quarter-final action gets under way at Alexandra Palace. Live coverage is introduced by Hazel Irvine.

Feature-length edition of the US drama series.

3:00pm NCIS: Los Angeles 4:00pm Harrow: A Very British School 5:00pm Futurama 5:30pm Futurama

6pm 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six 7:30pm BBC London News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm EastEnders

9pm 9:00pm Watchdog 10:00pm Death in Paradise 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:25pm BBC London News 11:35pm Question Time

In-depth investigation and analysis of the stories behind the day's headlines with Kirsty Wark.

12am 12:35am This Week Andrew Neil presents a review of the political week with Michael Portillo and guests. 1:20am Skiing Weatherview Detailed weather forecast.

1:25am BBC News

12:20am Masters Snooker Highlights 1:10am Masters Snooker Extra 3:10am Panorama 3:40am This is BBC Two 5:00am Poland Stories - Secondary 5:30am The Highlanders' War

12:40am Ade at Sea 1:05am Jackpot247 4:00am The Jeremy Kyle Show USA 4:40am ITV Nightscreen Text-based information service.

12:20am 24 Hours in Police Custody 1:20am Up All Night 2:15am One Born Every Minute 3:10am Weighing Up the Enemy 4:05am Food Unwrapped 4:35am Dispatches 5:00am Superscrimpers: Waste Not, Want Not 5:55am River Cottage Bites

12:00am Celebrity Big Brother's Bit on the Side 1:00am Super Casino 4:10am Race to the Pole 5:00am The Great Artists 5:25am House Doctor 5:45am House Doctor

12:00am A League of Their Own 1:00am Hawaii Five-0 2:00am Hawaii Five-0 3:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 4:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 5:00am Airline USA 5:30am Airline USA

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8:00pm Great Movie Mistakes 8:10pm Great TV Mistakes 8:40pm Armageddon 11:00pm Crims 11:30pm EastEnders 12:00am Family Guy 12:25am Family Guy 12:45am Family Guy 1:10am Family Guy 1:30am Crims 2:00am Impractical Jokers 2:30am Impractical Jokers 3:00am Don't Drop the Baby 4:00am Sweat the Small Stuff 4:30am Crims 5:00am This is BBC Three

8:00pm World News Today 8:30pm The Sky at Night 9:00pm The Golden Age of Trams: A Streetcar Named Desire 10:00pm The Inca: Masters of the Clouds 11:00pm Maps: Power, Plunder and Possession 12:00am TOTP 2 1:00am Horizon 2:00am Boogie Fever: A TOTP2 Disco Special 3:30am The Sky at Night 4:00am The Inca: Masters of the Clouds 5:00am This is BBC Four

12:15pm All Star Family Fortunes 1:15pm Emmerdale 1:40pm Coronation Street 2:15pm You've Been Framed!

2:45pm Psych 3:40pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 4:50pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 5:55pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 7:00pm You've Been Framed!

7:30pm You've Been Framed!

8:00pm Funniest Ever You've Been Framed!

9:00pm Two and a Half Men 9:30pm Two and a Half Men 10:00pm The Dark Knight 1:05am Cockroaches

10:40am The Royal 11:40am Judge Judy 12:05pm Judge Judy 12:30pm Judge Judy 1:00pm Murder, She Wrote 2:00pm Heartbeat 3:05pm Where the Heart is 4:10pm The Royal 5:15pm Never the Twain 5:50pm Rising Damp 6:20pm On the Buses 6:55pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Murder, She Wrote 9:00pm Endeavour 11:00pm Trial and Retribution 12:00am Law and Order: UK

11:50am Minder 12:55pm The Professionals 1:55pm Alias Smith and Jones 3:00pm Pawn Stars 3:25pm Pawn Stars 3:55pm Magnum, P.I. 4:55pm Hogan's Heroes 5:25pm Hogan's Heroes 6:00pm Minder 7:00pm The Professionals 8:00pm Pawn Stars 8:30pm Pawn Stars 9:00pm River Monsters 10:00pm River Monsters 11:05pm Crank 12:50am The Last House on the Left

4:30pm Rules of Engagement 5:00pm New Girl 5:30pm Suburgatory 6:00pm How I Met Your Mother 6:30pm How I Met Your Mother 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Hollyoaks 8:30pm The Big Bang Theory 9:00pm The Big Bang Theory 9:30pm The Big Bang Theory 10:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 10:30pm Marry Me 11:00pm The Inbetweeners 11:30pm The Inbetweeners 12:05am The Big Bang Theory

Crime

Family

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SKY MOVIES Action 7:00am The Marine: Homefront 8:35am Executive Decision 10:55am Die Hard 4.0 1:10pm The Patriot 4:00pm The Last Samurai 6:40pm Executive Decision Islamic terrorists take control of a Washington-bound jet.

9:00pm Die Hard 4.0 Cop Bruce Willis plays a deadly game of cat and mouse with a set of cyber terrorists.

11:15pm Elysium 1:10am 3.10 to Yuma 3:25am Barb Wire 5:15am The Guns of Navarone

Comedy 8:05am Home Alone 9:55am Turbo: Sky Movies Special 10:25am Hot Shots!

12:05pm Hot Shots! Part Deux 1:45pm The Hangover Part III When Doug is kidnapped, pals Alan, Phil and Stu become embroiled in a battle to save him.

3:40pm Home Alone 5:35pm The Nutty Professor 7:25pm Hot Shots!

9:00pm Hot Shots! Part Deux Topper Harley takes on a rescue mission for American hostages trapped in the Middle East.

10:40pm The Hangover Part III When Doug is kidnapped, pals Alan, Phil and Stu become embroiled in a battle to save him.

12:30am National Lampoon's Animal House

7:30am The Truth About Emanuel 9:10am Swordfish 10:55am All Things to All Men A corrupt copper plots to stage a bank robbery in order to catch an elusive London crime boss.

12:25pm Zero Dark Thirty 3:05pm The Pelican Brief 5:35pm Syriana 7:45pm Pride and Glory 10:00pm Gangs of New York 12:50am A Man Apart 2:45am Swordfish 4:35am Fear 16-year-old Nicole falls in love with David, a good-looking guy she meets at a party.

7:15am Snowmen 8:45am Free Willy 10:40am Turbo 12:20pm Baby's Day Out 2:05pm Khumba 3:35pm Free Willy 5:30pm Turbo 7:10pm Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow Action adventure mystery.

9:00pm Khumba 10:30pm Look Who's Talking Now! 12:10am Oz: The Great and Powerful 2:25am Baby's Day Out 4:10am Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow Action adventure mystery.

Premiere

TCM

9:00am Stage to Screen 9:30am Born to Fight 11:15am Behind Enemy Lines 4: Seal Team Eight 1:00pm Maleficent Special

7:05am Gunsmoke 8:10am Gunsmoke 9:15am I Died a Thousand Times 11:20am Dive Bomber 1:50pm Gunsmoke 2:55pm Gunsmoke 4:00pm Which Way to the Front?

5:55pm Armoured Command

Alex Zane talks to the cast of the wicked new family adventure starring Angelina Jolie.

1:30pm The Grand Budapest Hotel 3:15pm Veronica Mars 5:15pm Born to Fight 7:00pm Healing 9:00pm The Grand Budapest Hotel 10:45pm The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Special Alex Zane talks to the stars of the blockbuster sequel.

11:00pm Starred Up 12:50am Behind Enemy Lines 4: Seal Team Eight

WWII drama with an infantry platoon finding a woman (Tina Louise) wounded in the snow.

7:55pm The Far Horizons The USA has just acquired Louisiana from France.

10:00pm F/X 12:05am Money Train 2:20am F/X 4:20am Terry Wogan Presents the Very Best of the Ed Sullivan Show 5:50am Off Set

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BBC ONE 7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Wanted Down Under 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Caught Red Handed 12:30pm Rip Off Britain 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News at One 2:30pm BBC London News 2:45pm Doctors

BBC TWO 7:05am Homes Under the Hammer 8:05am Caught Red Handed 8:35am Rip Off Britain 9:20am Oxford Street Revealed 10:05am The Great Interior Design Challenge 11:05am Food and Drink 11:35am The Travel Show 12:00pm BBC News 12:30pm BBC World News 1:00pm The Daily Politics 2:00pm Masters Snooker

FRIDAY TV

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ITV 7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 11:55am ITV News 12:00pm This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV News and Weather

CH4 8:10am King of Queens 8:35am King of Queens 9:00am Frasier 9:30am Frasier 10:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:30am Everybody Loves Raymond 11:00am Undercover Boss 12:00pm Shipping Wars 12:30pm Shipping Wars 1:00pm Channel 4 News Summary 1:05pm Come Dine with Me 2:05pm Four in a Bed

CH5 9:00am Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 9:15am Peppa Pig 9:25am Peppa Pig 9:30am Peppa Pig 9:35am Toby's Travelling Circus 9:45am Bananas in Pajamas 10:00am Tickety Toc 10:15am The Wright Stuff 12:10pm The Hotel Inspector 1:10pm 5 News Lunchtime 1:15pm Celebrity Big Brother 2:15pm Home and Away 2:45pm Neighbours

SKY 1 6:00am Stargate Atlantis 7:00am Brainiac: Science Abuse 8:00am UK Border Force 9:00am Emergency Animal Rescue 9:30am Emergency Animal Rescue 10:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 11:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 12:00pm Hawaii Five-0 1:00pm Hawaii Five-0 2:00pm NCIS: Los Angeles

3pm 3:00pm Judge Rinder 4:00pm Tipping Point 5:00pm Mel and Sue

3:10pm A Place in the Sun: Winter Sun 4:10pm Countdown 5:00pm Deal or No Deal

3:15pm NCIS: Los Angeles 4:10pm When Calls the Heart

7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Great British Railway Journeys 8:00pm Masters Snooker The fourth quarter-final gets under way at Alexandra Palace.

6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm ITV News London 7:30pm ITV News and Weather 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street

6:00pm Come Dine with Me 6:30pm The Simpsons 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News

6:00pm 5 News at 5 6:30pm Neighbours 7:00pm Home and Away 7:30pm 5 News Tonight 8:00pm Race to the Pole

6:00pm The Simpsons 6:30pm Futurama 7:00pm Futurama 7:30pm The Simpsons 8:30pm The Simpsons

9:00pm Mastermind 9:30pm Food and Drink 10:00pm The Big Allotment Challenge 11:00pm QI 11:30pm Newsnight

9:00pm The Martin Lewis Money Show 9:30pm Coronation Street 10:00pm Benidorm 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:40pm Couples Retreat

9:00pm Jamie and Jimmy's Friday Night Feast 10:00pm 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown 11:00pm The Last Leg

9:00pm Ice Road Truckers 10:00pm Celebrity Big Brother 11:00pm Celebrity Big Brother's Bit on the Side

9:00pm Show Me Your Garden 10:00pm Ascension 11:25pm Britcam: Emergency on Our Streets

12:05am Never Mind the Buzzcocks 12:35am Masters Snooker Highlights 1:25am Masters Snooker Extra 3:25am Question Time 4:25am This is BBC Two Highlights of programmes on BBC Two.

1:50am Jackpot247 4:00am The Jeremy Kyle Show USA Jeremy Kyle presents the American version of his daytime talk show.

4:40am ITV Nightscreen Text-based information service.

12:05am Brooklyn Nine-Nine 12:35am Rude Tube 1:30am Borat 2:55am The Ricky Gervais Show 3:25am The Ricky Gervais Show 3:50am Mesh 3:55am Grand Designs 4:55am Superscrimpers: Waste Not, Want Not 5:50am Deal or No Deal

12:00am Celebrity Big Brother 1:15am Super Casino 4:10am Closing Time 5:00am The Great Artists 5:25am House Doctor 5:45am House Doctor

12:25am Gremlins 2: The New Batch 2:30am Road Wars 3:00am Karl Pilkington: The Moaning of Life 4:00am An Idiot Abroad 5:00am Hawaii Five-0

BBC THREE

BBC FOUR

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8:00pm Doctor Who 8:50pm Doctor Who 10:05pm How Safe are My Drugs?

11:05pm Russell Howard's Good News 11:35pm EastEnders 12:05am Family Guy 12:30am Family Guy 12:50am Family Guy 1:15am Family Guy 1:35am Russell Howard's Good News 2:05am Crims 2:35am The Revolution Will be Televised 3:05am The Revolution Will be Televised 3:30am The Revolution Will be Televised 4:00am How Safe are My Drugs?

8:00pm World News Today 8:30pm Sounds of the Sixties 9:00pm Gershwin's Summertime: The Song That Conquered the World 10:00pm Sound of Song 11:00pm ... Sings the Great American Songbook 12:00am Blues at the BBC 1:00am ... Sings Bacharach and David!

2:00am Sound of Song 3:00am ... Sings the Great American Songbook 4:00am Blues at the BBC 5:00am This is BBC Four

12:15pm All Star Family Fortunes 1:15pm Emmerdale 1:40pm Emmerdale 2:15pm You've Been Framed!

2:45pm Psych 3:40pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 4:50pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 5:55pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 7:00pm You've Been Framed!

7:30pm You've Been Framed!

8:00pm Totally You've Been Framed!

9:00pm Two and a Half Men 9:30pm Two and a Half Men 10:00pm Fast and Furious 12:10am Take Me Out

11:40am Judge Judy 12:05pm Judge Judy 12:30pm Judge Judy 1:00pm Murder, She Wrote 2:00pm Heartbeat 3:05pm Where the Heart is 4:10pm The Royal 5:15pm Never the Twain 5:50pm Rising Damp 6:20pm On the Buses 6:55pm Heartbeat 7:55pm Murder, She Wrote 9:00pm Agatha Christie's Marple 11:00pm Trial and Retribution 12:00am Law and Order: UK

12:55pm The Professionals 1:55pm Alias Smith and Jones 3:00pm Pawn Stars 3:25pm Pawn Stars 3:55pm Magnum, P.I. 4:55pm Hogan's Heroes 5:25pm Hogan's Heroes 6:00pm Minder 7:00pm The Professionals 8:00pm Pawn Stars 8:30pm Pawn Stars 9:00pm Counting Cars 9:30pm Counting Cars 10:00pm Magnum Force 12:30am Daylight

3:30pm The Big Bang Theory 4:00pm Rules of Engagement 4:30pm Rules of Engagement 5:00pm New Girl 5:30pm Suburgatory 6:00pm How I Met Your Mother 6:30pm How I Met Your Mother 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Hollyoaks 8:30pm Rude(Ish) Tube 9:00pm The Big Bang Theory 9:30pm Marry Me 10:00pm Beverly Hills Cop 12:05am The Big Bang Theory

Comedy

Crime

Family

3:15pm Father Brown 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm James Martin: Home Comforts 5:30pm Antiques Road Trip

3:00pm Masters Snooker Jason Mohammad introduces live coverage from the third quarter-final of the 2015 Masters

Feature-length edition of the US drama.

3:00pm NCIS: Los Angeles 4:00pm All Aboard: East Coast Trains 5:00pm Futurama 5:30pm Futurama

6pm 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six 7:30pm BBC London News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm A Question of Sport

9pm 9:00pm EastEnders 9:30pm Room 101 10:00pm The Musketeers 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:25pm BBC London News 11:35pm The Graham Norton Show

The award-winning gang show returns for a new series, live on Friday nights.

Bodycam captures a vicious knife attack, before the action shifts to Bath, where marshals Marco and Alex do their best to curb anti-social behaviour.

12am 12:25am Bluestone 42 12:55am EastEnders Omnibus A chance to catch up on the week's drama in Albert Square.

2:50am Weather for the Week Ahead 2:55am BBC News

SKY MOVIES Action 7:55am Mission: Impossible III 10:15am Big Trouble in Little China 12:10pm A Good Day to Die Hard 1:55pm 47 Ronin An outcast joins a band of masterless samurai to wreak revenge against an evil feudal ruler.

4:00pm The Bridge on the River Kwai 6:45pm Mission: Impossible III 9:00pm A Good Day to Die Hard 10:45pm 47 Ronin An outcast joins a band of masterless samurai to wreak revenge against an evil feudal ruler.

12:50am Con Air 2:50am Big Trouble in Little China 4:35am The Bridge on the River Kwai

7:40am Employee of the Month 9:40am About a Boy 11:35am Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues 1:40pm We're the Millers 3:40pm Fun with Dick and Jane When Dick's firm goes bankrupt, he and wife Jane have two options.

5:20pm Uncle Buck 7:10pm About a Boy 9:00pm Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues 11:00pm We're the Millers 1:00am Employee of the Month New checkout girl Amy only sleeps with star employees.

8:00am The Washington Snipers 9:45am After the Sunset 11:35am Magic Magic 1:20pm American Hustle 3:40pm Thelma and Louise 5:55pm 25th Hour Drug-dealer Monty Brogan is going down for seven years.

8:15pm Cold Comes the Night A Polish gangster takes a motel manager captive when a bag of money goes missing.

10:00pm American Hustle 12:20am Outlaw 2:10am After the Sunset 4:00am City of God

7:30am Stuart Little 9:00am Stuart Little 2 10:20am Chimpanzee The story of a baby chimpanzee in the wild.

Documentary.

11:45am Hook 2:10pm Despicable Me 2 3:50pm Annie 6:00pm Stuart Little 7:35pm Stuart Little 2 9:00pm Despicable Me 2 10:45pm Hook 1:10am My Girl 3:00am Annie An orphan girl's life changes overnight when she is taken in by a billionaire.

Premiere

TCM

6:10am The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Special 6:30am Taken 3 Special 7:00am Drive Hard 8:45am Behind Enemy Lines 4 10:30am Return to Nim's Island 12:15pm The Trials of Cate Mccall 2:00pm Devil's Due 3:45pm Drive Hard 5:30pm Return to Nim's Island 7:15pm The Trials of Cate Mccall 9:00pm Devil's Due 10:45pm Drive Hard 12:30am Man of Tai Chi

7:45am Gunsmoke 8:40am Gunsmoke 9:45am The Far Horizons

A talented but ill-disciplined martial arts student joins a lucrative underground fight club.

The USA has just acquired Louisiana from France.

11:50am Armoured Command 1:50pm Gunsmoke 2:55pm Gunsmoke 4:00pm Reunion in France 5:55pm The Frozen Dead 7:50pm King Richard and the Crusaders 10:00pm The Dead Pool 11:50pm The Fog 1:45am The Dead Pool 3:20am The Fog 5:05am Rock N' Roll Forever

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BBC ONE 7:00am Breakfast 11:00am Saturday Kitchen Live 12:30pm James Martin's Home Comforts 1:00pm BBC News 1:05pm Weather 1:10pm Football Focus 1:50pm Saturday Sportsday 2:00pm Masters Snooker

BBC TWO 7:10am Animal Park 7:40am Skyrunners 9:10am Henry VIII and His Six Wives 11:10am Fred Dibnah's Building of Britain 11:40am Fred Dibnah's Building of Britain 12:10pm British Isles - A Natural History: Ice Age 1:00pm James Martin: Home Comforts 1:45pm Talking Pictures 2:35pm The Wind and The Lion

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ITV 7:00am CITV 10:25am ITV News 10:30am The Jeremy Kyle Show USA 11:25am Murder, She Wrote 12:20pm ITV News and Weather 12:30pm Ejector Seat 1:30pm Britain's Best Back Garden 2:30pm Who's Doing the Dishes?

CH4 7:35am How I Met Your Mother 8:00am Snowdonia Marathon 2014 8:55am The Morning Line 10:00am King of Queens 10:30am Everybody Loves Raymond 11:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 11:30am Frasier 12:00pm Frasier 12:30pm The Big Bang Theory 12:55pm The Big Bang Theory 1:25pm Speed with Guy Martin 2:30pm Channel 4 Racing

CH5 7:00am Milkshake! 11:00am Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 11:35am Access 11:40am Monkey Life Following the day-to-day dramas at Dorset's Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre. 12:10pm Ice Road Truckers 1:10pm Ice Road Truckers 2:10pm Ice Road Truckers

SATURDAY TV

SKY 1 6:00am Stargate Atlantis 7:00am Are You Smarter Than a 10 Year Old? 8:00am Glee 9:00am The Fantasy Football Club 10:00am Football's Funniest Moments 11:00am Soccer A.M. 1:00pm A League of Their Own 1:30pm A League of Their Own 2:00pm Whiplash Special 2:15pm Wild Special 2:30pm Into the Woods Special

3pm 4:30pm Escape to the Country 5:30pm Masters Snooker

3:35pm The Secret of My Succe$s 5:35pm Off Their Rockers

5:00pm Come Dine with Me

6:05pm Local News and Weather 6:15pm ITV News and Weather 6:30pm You've Been Framed!

7:30pm Planets Got Talent 8:00pm Stars in Their Eyes

6:00pm The Simpsons 6:30pm The Simpsons 7:00pm Channel 4 News 7:30pm The Restoration Man 8:30pm The World's Best Diet

9:05pm Take Me Out 10:20pm Bridget Jones's Diary

10:00pm The Sweeney

1:05am Masters Snooker Coverage of the Masters snooker tournament. 3:05am This is BBC Two Highlights of programmes on BBC Two.

12:10am ITV News and Weather 12:30am Always 2:35am Jackpot 247 4:00am The Jeremy Kyle Show USA 4:40am Nightscreen

BBC THREE

BBC FOUR

8:00pm Great Movie Mistakes IV: May the Fourth be with You 9:00pm Top Gear 10:00pm Armageddon 12:25am Family Guy 12:47am Family Guy 1:09am Family Guy 1:31am Family Guy 1:53am Family Guy 2:15am Family Guy 2:37am Family Guy 3:00am Crims 3:30am The Revolution Will be Televised 4:00am The Revolution Will be Televised 4:30am The Revolution Will be Televised

5:00am This is BBC Four 8:00pm Lost Land of the Volcano

5:30pm Final Score Coverage of the latest results, reports and reaction from the Premiership, Football League, Non-League and Scottish Leagues.

This episode comes from Chesterfield.

Coverage of the Masters snooker tournament.

3:05pm Ice Road Truckers 4:00pm Columbo 5:35pm Columbo

3:00pm Last Man Standing 3:30pm Last Man Standing 4:00pm Greggs: More Than Meats the Pie 5:00pm Last Man Standing 5:30pm Last Man Standing

7:25pm NCIS

6:00pm Ashley Banjo's Secret Street Crew 7:00pm The Fanatics 8:00pm Show Me Your Garden

6pm 6:20pm Pointless 7:10pm BBC News 7:20pm Regional News 7:25pm Weather 7:30pm Now You See It 8:00pm The Voice UK

6:30pm Flog It! Antiques show which helps amateur auctioneers, collectors and bargain-hunters make a saving.

7:30pm Dad's Army 8:00pm Masters Snooker

A team of special agents, operating outside the military chain of command, must investigate any crime with pieces of evidence connected to Navy and Marine Corps personnel.

9pm 9:25pm The National Lottery 10:15pm Casualty 11:05pm BBC News 11:20pm Weather 11:25pm Match of the Day

11:30pm All Good Things A man was suspected but never convicted of killing his wife in 1982 but he finds that the truth will eventually be revealed.

9:00pm CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 9:55pm 5 News 10:00pm Celebrity Big Brother 11:00pm Bad Boys

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6:20am Loss of Faith 8:00am The Fast and the Furious 10:00am Murder at 1600 12:00pm Dead Calm 1:50pm Fast and Furious 6 4:05pm The Fast and the Furious 6:05pm 2 Fast 2 Furious 8:05pm The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift 10:00pm Fast and Furious 6 12:15am Green Street 2:10am Blow 4:25am Dead Calm

7:00am Ever After 9:05am The Croods 10:45am Ice Age: The Meltdown 12:40pm Night at the Museum 2:30pm Walking with Dinosaurs 4:00pm The Croods 5:40pm The Flintstones 7:20pm The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas 9:00pm Ice Age: The Meltdown 11:00pm Night at the Museum 12:50am Walking with Dinosaurs 2:20am The Flintstones 3:55am The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas 5:30am Ever After

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8:10am Gunsmoke 9:15am Gunsmoke 10:20am The Frozen Dead A crazed scientist brings dozens of frozen Nazis back to life so he can revive the Third Reich.

12:15pm Reunion in France 2:10pm Sam Whiskey 4:00pm The Alamo 7:10pm All the Young Men 8:50pm Terror by Night 10:00pm Rush Hour 2 11:50pm Last Man Standing 1:45am Rush Hour 2 3:25am Last Man Standing

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10:00pm Celebrity Big Brother 11:00pm Gone A woman is convinced her kidnapper has returned when her sister goes missing.

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A grexit tragedy or a European farce Nora Johnson

Breaking Views A Costa del Sol resident for a number of years, Nora is the author of psychological suspense and crime thrillers.

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ccording to reports, Germany believes a Greek exit from the euro is almost inevitable if the left-wing party, Syriza, triumphs in this month’s election but that such an outcome no longer threatens the eurozone.

This is merely classic brinksmanship. Syriza, ahead in the polls, is deliberately staking out an extremely defiant negotiating position to entice Greek voters so that, if elected, its government can demand more EU bailout money while refusing to honour Greece’s current debt.

For its part, Germany is dropping equally defiant hints that any non-compliance by a

GREEK VOTERS: Germany believes an exit from the euro is almost inevitable.

Greek government with honouring its debts would result in ejection from the euro, an outcome which, they’re keen to let the Greek people know before they vote for Syriza, would now cause Germany no major headaches.

Needless to say, each side is being economical with the truth because each has every reason to issue misleading statements: Syriza to bid high in order to

win votes - and more concessions from Germany; Germany to talk up the odds of Greek ejection as a threat to Greek voters (and any other eurozone nation unhappy with austerity), although this unravelling of the EU project is the last thing Germany (or the rest of the EU) wants.

The underlying worry would remain that if Greece leaves the eurozone but remains in the

EU, the domino effect might result in the exit of other nations. Cyprus might, for instance, follow Greece and the market vultures would doubtless then turn the spotlight on other austeritystricken countries like Italy and Portugal to test their market strength. The eurozone could experience a gradual breakup resulting in a smaller but more viable EU. Quite apart from the

UK’s own election outcome this May, the EU could face a concatenation of surprises in 2015 transforming it for ever.

As for Spain and its own general election in 2015, the governing party (the Partido Popular) is drawing comfort from the fact that the left-wing, equally successful Syriza-like party, Podemos, would be badly hurt by comparisons with Syriza if Syriza is elected and Greece subsequently defaulted and/or exited the eurozone.

Ultimately, though, the situation will inevitably be addressed neither with Grexit nor with debt default, but with lashings of the EU’s favourite confectionery: fudge. So, maybe less a Grexit tragedy than an EU farce?

Nora Johnson’s thrillers ‘Landscape of Lies,’ ‘Retribution,’ ‘Soul Stealer,’ ‘The De Clerambault Code’ (www.nora-johnson.com) available from Amazon and iBookstore. Profits to Cudeca.

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BBC ONE 7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Wanted Down Under 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Saints and Scroungers 12:45pm Helicopter Heroes Down Under 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News 2:30pm Regional News 2:45pm Doctors

BBC TWO 7:05am Homes Under the Hammer 8:05am Saints and Scroungers 8:50am Helicopter Heroes Down Under 9:20am Oxford Street Revealed 10:05am Antiques Roadshow 11:05am Claimed and Shamed 11:35am HARDtalk 12:00pm BBC News 12:30pm World News 1:00pm The Daily Politics 2:00pm Bowls

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ITV 6:05am The Jeremy Kyle Show 7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 11:55am ITV News 12:00pm This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV News and Weather

CH4 7:00am Countdown 7:45am According to Jim 8:10am King of Queens 8:35am King of Queens 9:00am Frasier 9:30am Frasier 10:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:30am Everybody Loves Raymond 11:00am Undercover Boss 12:00pm Car S.O.S 1:00pm Channel 4 News Summary 1:05pm Come Dine with Me 2:05pm Four in a Bed

CH5 7:00am Milkshake! 10:15am The Wright Stuff 12:10pm The Hotel Inspector 1:10pm 5 News The latest news coverage. 1:15pm Celebrity Big Brother 2:15pm Home and Away 2:45pm Neighbours

TUESDAY TV SKY 1 6:00am Stargate Atlantis 7:00am Brainiac: Science Abuse 8:00am UK Border Force 9:00am All Aboard: East Coast Trains 10:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 11:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 12:00pm Hawaii Five-0 1:00pm Hawaii Five-0 2:00pm NCIS: Los Angeles

3pm 3:15pm Father Brown 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm James Martin: Home Comforts 5:30pm Antiques Road Trip

3:00pm NCIS: Los Angeles 4:00pm Emergency Animal Rescue 4:30pm Emergency Animal Rescue 5:00pm Futurama 5:30pm Futurama

3:00pm Judge Rinder 4:00pm Tipping Point 5:00pm Mel and Sue

3:10pm A Place in the Sun Winter Sun 4:10pm Countdown 5:00pm Deal or No Deal

3:15pm NCIS 4:15pm When Calls the Heart

6:15pm Flog It! 7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Great British Railway Journeys 8:00pm Great British Garden Revival

6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm Local News and Weather 7:30pm ITV News and Weather 8:00pm Emmerdale

6:00pm Come Dine with Me 6:30pm The Simpsons 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News

6:00pm 5 News 6:30pm Neighbours 7:00pm Home and Away 7:30pm 5 News 8:00pm My Big Benefits Family

6:00pm The Simpsons 6:30pm Futurama 7:00pm Futurama 7:30pm The Simpsons 8:00pm The Simpsons 8:30pm The Simpsons

9:00pm Winterwatch 10:00pm The Eichmann Show 11:30pm Newsnight

9:00pm Britain's Best Back Gardens 10:00pm Paul O'Grady's Animal Orphans 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:40pm The Mighty Mississippi

9:00pm Weighing Up the Enemy 10:00pm 24 Hours in Police Custody 11:00pm Ramsay's Hotel Hell 11:55pm Angry, White and Proud

9:00pm Cats Do the Funniest Things 10:00pm Celebrity Big Brother 11:00pm Suspects

9:00pm Modern Family 9:30pm Modern Family 10:00pm Air Ambulance ER 11:00pm An Idiot Abroad

3:00pm Bowls Coverage of the latest bowls fixture.

Jack formally asks Elizabeth to dinner, but he is surprised by a reassignment.

6pm 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News 7:30pm Regional News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm EastEnders

9pm 9:00pm Holby City 10:00pm Silent Witness 11:00pm BBC News 11:25pm Regional News 11:30pm Weather 11:35pm Count Arthur Strong

Comprehensive coverage of the day's important national and international news stories.

Improvised British police procedural drama shot in the style of a fly-on-the-wall documentary.

12am 12:05am Film 2015 12:35am The Kite Runner 2:35am Weather for the Week Ahead Detailed weather report. 2:40am BBC News

12:20am Kate Humble: Into the Volcano 1:20am Bowls 2:20am Secrets of the Castle with Ruth, Peter and Tom 3:20am Film 2015 3:50am This is BBC Two 5:00am Welcome to the World 5:30am Get Lost

12:40am Secrets From the Sky 1:05am Jackpot 247 4:00am Loose Women 4:45am Nightscreen

12:55am Pokerstars.Com and Monte-Carlo Casino EPT Grand Final 1:55am The American Football Show 2:50am KOTV Boxing Weekly 3:15am Challenge Bahrain 4:15am Snowdonia Marathon 2014

12:00am Celebrity Big Brother's Bit on the Side 1:00am 10 Things I Hate About 1990 2:00am Super Casino 4:10am Cowboy Builders

12:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 1:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 2:00am Hawaii Five-0 3:00am Hawaii Five-0 4:00am Road Wars 5:00am Airline USA 5:30am Airline USA

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8:00pm Top Gear 9:00pm Barely Legal Drivers 10:00pm Excluded: Kicked Out of School 11:00pm Russell Howard's Good News 11:30pm EastEnders Another visit to the residents of Albert Square, for a regular dose of drama, excitement and tears.

12:00am Family Guy 12:22am Family Guy 12:44am Family Guy 1:06am Family Guy 1:30am Excluded: Kicked Out of School 2:30am Russell Howard's Good News 3:00am Don't Drop the Baby 4:00am Excluded: Kicked Out of School

8:00pm World News Today 8:30pm World War I at Home 9:00pm Harlots, Housewives and Heroines: A 17th Century History for Girls 10:00pm The Hidden Killers of the Tudor Home 11:00pm Smiley's People 12:00am Kings of Rock 'N' Roll 1:00am Horizon What makes ordinary people commit extreme acts of violence?

2:00am California Comes to the Whistle Test 3:00am Poet on the Frontline 4:00am The Hidden Killers of the Tudor Home

12:15pm All Star Family Fortunes 1:15pm Emmerdale 1:40pm Coronation Street 2:15pm Coronation Street 2:45pm Psych 3:40pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 4:50pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 5:55pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 7:00pm You've Been Framed!

7:30pm You've Been Framed!

8:00pm You've Been Framed!

9:00pm Dinner Date 10:00pm Blue Go Mad in Ibiza 11:00pm Cockroaches 11:35pm Plebs 12:05am Plebs

10:40am The Royal 11:40am Judge Judy 12:05pm Judge Judy 12:30pm Judge Judy 1:00pm Murder, She Wrote 2:00pm Heartbeat 3:05pm Where the Heart is 4:15pm The Royal 5:20pm Never the Twain 5:50pm Rising Damp 6:20pm On the Buses 6:55pm Heartbeat 7:55pm Murder, She Wrote 9:00pm Midsomer Murders 11:00pm Place of Execution 12:00am Law and Order: UK

11:55am Minder 12:50pm The Professionals 1:55pm Alias Smith and Jones 3:00pm Magnum, P.I. 4:00pm Pawn Stars 4:25pm Pawn Stars 4:55pm Hogan's Heroes 5:30pm Hogan's Heroes 6:00pm Minder 7:00pm Africa Cup of Nations Highlights 8:00pm Pawn Stars 8:30pm Pawn Stars 9:00pm The Chase: Celebrity Special 10:00pm Benidorm 11:00pm Africa Cup of Nations Highlights 12:00am 8 Mile

3:30pm The Big Bang Theory 4:00pm Rules of Engagement 4:30pm Rules of Engagement 5:00pm New Girl 5:30pm Suburgatory 6:00pm How I Met Your Mother 6:30pm How I Met Your Mother 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Hollyoaks 8:30pm Rude(Ish) Tube 9:00pm The Big Bang Theory 9:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 10:00pm The 100 11:00pm Supernatural 12:00am The Big Bang Theory

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SKY MOVIES Action 8:10am The Lone Ranger 10:50am Fast and Furious 6 1:05pm Bloodsport 2:50pm The Karate Kid, Part II 4:55pm Taken 3 Special 5:25pm The Jewel of the Nile 7:25pm The Lone Ranger A lawman and his Comanche Indian sidekick embark upon a quest for justice across the American West.

10:00pm Fast and Furious 6 12:15am Bloodsport 1:55am Judge Dredd Judge Dredd, is part of an elite team who have become the judicial system in a dystopic future.

3:40am Ghosts of Mars 5:25am The Karate Kid, Part II

8:40am Black Sheep 10:20am Alien Autopsy 12:05pm The Grand Budapest Hotel 1:55pm American Pie 3:40pm 13 Going on 30 5:25pm Brewster's Millions 7:15pm Alien Autopsy 9:00pm The Grand Budapest Hotel 10:50pm American Pie 12:30am Boat Trip 2:10am In a World...

3:50am Black Sheep Dopey Mike is a liability for his elder brother, an aspiring politician.

5:20am Brewster's Millions Brewster has to spend $30m in 30 days or he stands to lose his $300m inheritance.

8:05am Ripley's Game 10:05am The Washington Snipers 11:50am Zero Dark Thirty 2:30pm All Things to All Men 4:10pm Swordfish 6:05pm Solo 7:40pm The Island 10:00pm Oldboy An ad man is inexplicably imprisoned in a sparse cell.

11:50pm The Canyons Drama following the twisted relationships of a group of Hollywood hopefuls.

1:35am Taxi Driver 3:40am The Island

7:00am An American Tail 2: Fievel Goes West 8:20am Turbo 10:00am The Blue Umbrella 10:15am Sinbad and the Eye of the Tiger 12:10pm Epic 1:55pm The Flintstones 3:30pm The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas 5:05pm Oz: The Great and Powerful 7:15pm Epic 9:00pm Turbo 10:40pm The Neverending Story 12:20am Oz: The Great and Powerful 2:35am The Flintstones 4:10am The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas 5:45am Sinbad and the Eye of the Tiger The sea-going hero tries to free a pirate from a curse which has turned him into a monkey.

Premiere

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7:00am Drive Hard

8:20am Gunsmoke 9:25am Gunsmoke 10:30am The Plunderers 12:15pm The Savage Guns 1:50pm Gunsmoke 2:55pm Gunsmoke 4:00pm The Train Robbers 5:50pm China Doll 7:45pm The Black Stallion 10:00pm The Foreigner 12:00am 44 Inch Chest

An ex-racer-turned-driving instructor becomes an unwitting accessory to a bank robber. Crime.

8:45am Return to Nim's Island 10:25am Behind Enemy Lines 4: Seal Team Eight 12:10pm The Trials of Cate Mccall 1:50pm Healing 3:55pm Man of Tai Chi A talented but ill-disciplined martial arts student joins a lucrative underground fight club.

5:45pm Return to Nim's Island 7:20pm The Trials of Cate Mccall 9:00pm Drive Hard 10:45pm Devil's Due 12:30am Man of Tai Chi 2:20am Devil's Due

Crime drama with Ray Winstone as a successful car salesman who kidnaps his wife's lover.

1:50am The Foreigner 3:40am 44 Inch Chest 5:20am The Very Best of the Ed Sullivan Show

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BBC ONE 7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Wanted Down Under 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Saints and Scroungers 12:45pm Helicopter Heroes Down Under 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News 2:30pm Regional News 2:45pm Doctors

BBC TWO 7:00am Homes Under the Hammer 8:00am Saints and Scroungers 8:45am Helicopter Heroes Down Under 9:15am Channel Patrol 10:00am Great Continental Railway Journeys 11:00am Claimed and Shamed 11:30am See Hear 12:00pm BBC News 12:30pm The Daily Politics 2:00pm Lifeline 2:10pm Bowls

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ITV 6:05am The Jeremy Kyle Show 7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 11:55am ITV News 12:00pm This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV News and Weather

CH4 7:00am Countdown 7:45am According to Jim 8:10am King of Queens 8:35am King of Queens 9:00am Frasier 9:30am Frasier 10:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:30am Everybody Loves Raymond 11:00am Undercover Boss 12:00pm Car S.O.S 1:00pm Channel 4 News Summary 1:05pm Come Dine with Me 2:05pm Four in a Bed

WEDNESDAY TV

CH5 9:00am Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 9:10am Milkshake Monkey 9:15am Peppa Pig 9:25am Peppa Pig 9:30am Peppa Pig 9:35am Toby's Travelling Circus 9:45am Bananas in Pajamas 10:00am Tickety Toc 10:15am The Wright Stuff 12:10pm The Hotel Inspector 1:10pm 5 News Lunchtime 1:15pm Celebrity Big Brother 2:15pm Home and Away 2:45pm Neighbours

SKY 1 6:00am Stargate Atlantis 7:00am Brainiac: Science Abuse 8:00am Inside RAF Brize Norton 9:00am All Aboard: East Coast Trains 10:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 11:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 12:00pm Hawaii Five-0 1:00pm Hawaii Five-0 2:00pm NCIS: Los Angeles

3pm 3:00pm NCIS: Los Angeles 4:00pm Emergency Animal Rescue 4:30pm Emergency Animal Rescue 5:00pm Futurama 5:30pm Futurama

3:00pm Judge Rinder 4:00pm Tipping Point 5:00pm Mel and Sue

3:10pm A Place in the Sun Winter Sun 4:10pm Countdown 5:00pm Deal or No Deal

3:15pm NCIS 4:10pm When Calls the Heart

6:15pm Flog It! 7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Great British Railway Journeys 8:00pm Great British Garden Revival

6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm Local News and Weather 7:30pm ITV News and Weather 8:00pm Coronation Street 8:30pm National Television Awards

6:00pm Come Dine with Me 6:30pm The Simpsons 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News

6:00pm 5 News at 5 6:30pm Neighbours 7:00pm Home and Away 7:30pm 5 News Tonight 8:00pm Cowboy Builders

6:00pm The Simpsons 6:30pm Futurama 7:00pm Futurama 7:30pm The Simpsons 8:00pm The Simpsons 8:30pm The Simpsons

9:00pm Winterwatch 10:00pm Wolf Hall 11:05pm Up the Women 11:35pm Newsnight

11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:40pm Bring Back Borstal Documentary aiming to explore the impact of the 1930s Borstal regime on today's young offenders aged 18-23.

9:00pm The Restoration Man 10:00pm 24 Hours in A and E 11:00pm Bodyshockers

9:00pm North Pole Ice Airport 10:00pm Celebrity Big Brother 11:00pm Suspects

9:00pm The Fanatics 10:00pm 50 Ways to Kill Your Mammy 11:00pm Karl Pilkington: The Moaning of Life

12:20am Weather 12:25am Super Cars v Used Cars: The Trade Off 1:25am Bowls 2:25am See Hear 2:55am Posh People: Inside Tatler 3:55am This is BBC Two 5:00am Human Planet

12:40am I Never Knew That About Britain 1:10am Jackpot 247 4:00am The Jeremy Kyle Show USA Jeremy Kyle presents the American version of his popular talk show.

4:40am Nightscreen

12:00am The Undateables 1:05am Launched at Red Bull Studios 1:35am Ramsay's Hotel Hell 2:25am Big Business 4:00am Grand Designs 4:55am Superscrimpers: Waste Not, Want Not 5:50am River Cottage Bites

12:00am Celebrity Big Brother's Bit on the Side 1:00am Trauma Doctors 2:00am Super Casino 4:10am The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door 5:00am Michaela's Wild Challenge 5:25am Great Scientists 5:45am House Doctor

12:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 1:00am NCIS: Los Angeles 2:00am Hawaii Five-0 3:00am Hawaii Five-0 4:00am Road Wars 5:00am Airline USA 5:30am Airline USA

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8:00pm Don't Tell the Bride 9:00pm Don't Tell the Bride 10:00pm Eagle Eye 11:50pm Family Guy 12:12am Family Guy

5:00am This is BBC Four 8:00pm World News Today 8:30pm World War I at Home 9:00pm Death Comes to Pemberley 10:00pm The Secret Horse: Quest for the True Appaloosa 11:00pm Voyager: To the Final Frontier 12:00am The Who: The Making of Tommy 1:00am Horizon 2:00am Tales From the Royal Bedchamber 3:00am Queen Victoria's Letters: A Monarch Unveiled 4:00am The Secret Horse: Quest for the True Appaloosa 5:00am This is BBC Four

11:10am The Chase 12:15pm All Star Family Fortunes 1:15pm Emmerdale 2:15pm You've Been Framed!

2:45pm Psych 3:40pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 4:50pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 5:55pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 7:00pm You've Been Framed!

7:30pm You've Been Framed!

8:00pm Funniest Ever You've Been Framed!

9:00pm Two and a Half Men 9:30pm Two and a Half Men 10:00pm Hot Fuzz 12:25am Cockroaches

10:35am The Royal 11:40am Judge Judy 12:05pm Judge Judy 12:30pm Judge Judy 1:00pm Murder, She Wrote 2:00pm Heartbeat 3:00pm Where the Heart is 4:10pm The Royal 5:15pm Never the Twain 5:50pm Rising Damp 6:20pm On the Buses 6:55pm Heartbeat 7:55pm Murder, She Wrote 9:00pm Lewis 11:00pm Place of Execution 12:00am Law and Order: UK

4:00pm Pawn Stars 4:30pm Pawn Stars 5:00pm Hogan's Heroes 5:30pm Hogan's Heroes 6:00pm Minder 7:00pm Africa Cup of Nations Highlights 8:00pm Pawn Stars 8:30pm Pawn Stars 9:00pm Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey 10:00pm FYI Daily 10:05pm Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey 10:50pm UEFA Champions League Greatest Goals 11:00pm Africa Cup of Nations Highlights 12:00am Didier Drogba: Sports Life Stories

2:30pm How I Met Your Mother 3:00pm The Big Bang Theory 3:30pm The Big Bang Theory 4:00pm Rules of Engagement 4:30pm Rules of Engagement 5:00pm New Girl 5:30pm Suburgatory 6:00pm How I Met Your Mother 6:30pm How I Met Your Mother 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Hollyoaks 8:30pm Rude(Ish) Tube 9:00pm A Knight's Tale 11:40pm The Big Bang Theory 12:10am The Big Bang Theory

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Crime

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3:15pm Father Brown 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm James Martin: Home Comforts 5:30pm Antiques Road Trip

3:00pm Bowls Coverage of the latest bowls fixture.

Feature-length edition of the US drama series about a schoolteacher who moves to a mining town.

6pm 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News 7:30pm Regional News 8:00pm The One Show

9pm 9:00pm Pets 10:00pm Crimewatch 11:00pm BBC News 11:25pm Regional News 11:30pm Weather 11:35pm Crimewatch 11:45pm A Question of Sport

Katie Piper meets Brazilian born air steward Rodrigo, who's had 24 cosmetic procedures and has spent a staggering ÂŁ125,000 to transform his face and body.

Fly-on-the-wall-style crime drama series focusing on the work of three London detectives.

Karl explores different career paths, beginning his journey in Japan.

12am 12:15am The League Cup Show 1:00am The Ring 2:45am Weather for the Week Ahead Detailed weather report. 2:50am BBC News

Animated comedy about family life. Brian sells Stewie's beloved teddy Rupert at a garage sale.

12:34am Family Guy 12:56am Family Guy 1:20am Crims 1:50am Excluded: Kicked Out of School 2:50am Don't Drop the Baby 3:50am Don't Tell the Bride

SKY MOVIES Action 7:25am Sahara 9:35am Poseidon 11:20am 47 Ronin 1:20pm Getaway 3:00pm The Karate Kid, Part II Impetuous karate student Daniel leaves Mr Miyagi and signs up with Terry, a new coach.

5:00pm Sahara 7:10pm Poseidon Big-budget disaster movie.

9:00pm 47 Ronin An outcast joins a band of masterless samurai to wreak revenge against an evil feudal ruler.

11:10pm Getaway 12:50am Blade 3:00am Barb Wire 4:50am Taken 3 Special 5:20am The Karate Kid, Part II

7:05am Saving Mr. Banks Special 7:35am Home Alone 9:30am The Heat 11:30am Ride Along 1:25pm American Pie 2 3:25pm Our Idiot Brother 5:10pm Home Alone 7:00pm The Heat 9:00pm Ride Along 10:45pm American Pie 2 12:35am Anger Management Shy Dave ends up in court after an argument on an aeroplane.

2:25am Liar Liar Fletcher Reede didn't become a top lawyer by telling the truth.

3:55am Someone Marry Barry 5:25am Snow Day

7:40am The Truth About Emanuel 9:20am Dangerous Mind of a Hooligan A gang of football hooligans turn to bank robbery, with the police in hot pursuit.

10:50am S.W.A.T. 12:50pm Spy Game 3:00pm Blood Work FBI profiler Terry McCaleb has retired after a heart transplant.

4:55pm Dangerous Mind of a Hooligan A gang of football hooligans turn to bank robbery, with the police in hot pursuit.

6:25pm Cold Comes the Night 8:00pm S.W.A.T. 10:00pm Spy Game 12:10am Basic Instinct 2:25am Cherry Falls 4:05am Blood Work FBI profiler Terry McCaleb has retired after a heart transplant.

7:40am Chimpanzee The story of a baby chimpanzee in the wild.

Documentary.

9:00am Monster House 10:35am The Smurfs 2 12:25pm Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit Deloris Van Cartier is back in front of the big band, but not for long.

2:15pm Monster House 3:50pm Doctor Dolittle 5:20pm The Smurfs 2 7:10pm Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit Deloris Van Cartier is back in front of the big band, but not for long.

9:00pm Jack the Giant Slayer 11:00pm Doctor Dolittle 12:35am Corpse Bride 2:00am Jack the Giant Slayer 3:55am Chimpanzee 5:20am Son of the Mask

Premiere

TCM

6:15am The Top Ten Show 2015 6:30am The Theory of Everything Special 7:00am Drive Hard 8:45am Behind Enemy Lines 4: Seal Team Eight 10:30am The Trials of Cate Mccall 12:15pm Return to Nim's Island 2:00pm Healing 4:05pm Devil's Due 5:40pm Return to Nim's Island 7:15pm The Trials of Cate Mccall 9:00pm Drive Hard

8:00am Gunsmoke 9:05am Gunsmoke 10:10am China Doll 12:05pm The Train Robbers 1:50pm Gunsmoke 2:55pm Gunsmoke 4:00pm The Searchers

An ex-racer-turned-driving instructor becomes an unwitting accessory to a bank robber. Crime.

10:45pm Devil's Due 12:30am Man of Tai Chi 2:20am Behind Enemy Lines 4: Seal Team Eight

John Ford's masterpiece about a five year search for a girl abducted by Indians.

6:15pm Rider on a Dead Horse 7:50pm The Big Knife 10:00pm Year of the Dragon 12:30am Planet Terror 2:30am Year of the Dragon 4:45am Off Set 5:35am TCM Shorts A special look behind the scenes with comedian, director and actor Ben Miller.

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1889: The Coca-Cola Company, then known as the Pemberton Medicine Company, is incorporated in Atlanta, Georgia, by Asa Griggs Candler. The Coca-Cola drink was invented three years earlier by John Stith Pemberton.

1919: The meeting of the first Dail Eireann takes place in the Mansion House in Dublin, Ireland. It serves as a single chamber parliament for the Irish Republic and Sinn Fein adopts Ireland’s first constitution.

1929: The comic strip, Popeye the Sailor Man, appears for the first time in the Thimble Theatre comic strip. Created by EC Segar, Popeye becomes one of the most popular cartoon characters of the time.

1945: The Nazis begin the evacuation of the Auschwitz concentration camp as Soviet forces close in. The subsequent ‘death march’ results in the deaths of nearly 15,000 of the 60,000 evacuated prisoners.

1970: Colonel Muammar Gaddafi takes over as Libya’s premier, four months after a bloodless coup that ended the reign of King Idris. The 28-year-old colonel will be the de facto ruler of Libya for 42 years.

1973: United States President Richard Nixon announces the suspension of offensive action in North Vietnam. However, fighting continues until April the same year.

1976: Commercial use of Concorde begins with the London to Bahrain and Paris to Rio routes.

Concorde will be used for commercial flights for 27 years.

1983: The UK’s first breakfast television programme airs on BBC. Breakfast Time is presented by Frank Bough and Selina Scott and runs until 1989.

1987: Church of England envoy Terry Waite is kidnapped in Lebanon where he is trying to negotiate the release of four hostages. He is held captive for nearly five years, the first four spent in solitary confinement.

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CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) A loss of patience with a situation shows this week but is not to your advantage. Whatever you feel, be subtle in your approach. Try to see your position clearly and the result will be that you realise you have more control than you thought. Seeking advice while being honest and telling the full story serves best.

PISCES (February 20 - March 20) There may not be enough time to do everything you want, so why can't you just reorganise your life so there is? Not as easy as it sounds, Pisces, unless you learn the magic word: no. Know your limits and stick to them.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20) Extra pressures at work leave you feeling less than energetic.

Check on your health and don't go overboard with the physical activities.

Set out to become more active, socially, and maximise on relaxation. With an eye to the summer and holidays, start planning a getaway. Who will you take with you?

TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) Social activities are likely to change at the last minute. If energy levels are not as high as normal, use this week for planning. With holidays in mind, the summer seems far away but maybe a weekend trip will fill the gap.

Spending time with an old friend reminds you of how things used to be.

GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) Although health should be good, energy may be a little low. A bit of a mystery surrounds a close friend and your opinion may be sought. Hold fire until all the facts are known and you are sure a person has been honest with you because someone may try to keep you in the dark to get the right answer. .

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January 16, Sade, 56, singer Nigerian-born Sade is best remembered for her hit song ‘Smooth Operator’, one of the best known songs of the 1980’s. In 2002 she was awarded an OBE for her services to music and in 2012 she was listed at number 30 on VH1’s 100 Greatest Women in Music.

January 16, John Carpenter, 67, film director Carpenter is one of the best known horror movie directors of all time thanks to films such as Halloween and The Thing. Influenced by the works of Alfred Hitchcock, Carpenter began making horror movies on 8mm as a child. .

January 17, Michelle Obama, 51, political wife The first African American First Lady of the United States, Michelle LaVaughn Robinson

CANCER (June 22 - July 23) The temptation to run round like a headless chicken is strong this week. There seem to be so many demands on your time that things become confusing. Be sure you are getting enough rest because this time of the year can be fraught for you.

January 20, Buzz Aldrin, 85, astronaut The second person ever to walk on the moon, Aldrin was pilot of NASA’s Apollo 11 mission.

His nickname comes from his sister’s mispronunciation of the word “brother”. He retired in 1971 and has been married three times.

your attention, but you must try to see the situation for what it is. Sentimentality should not come into business or be allowed to upset your home life. What is past should remain so, do not torture yourself. Bring your mind and spirits up by looking forward to summer holidays.

LEO (July 24 - August 23) A situation could become complicated if you do not plan ahead.

With a little thought and planning, matters can be kept simple which is always desirable. Be choosy about the company you keep because a bad character could taint by association.

LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) Ruts are awful things to get into but even more difficult to get out of.

Being cosy is one thing, but getting bogged down, mentally and physically, is another. All you need is to keep your optimism alive and use your imagination.

Perhaps you are spending too much time with an older person or someone who has a dim outlook on life.

VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) A lost cause tries to demand

SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) Are you suffering from winter

1. By what score did Germany beat Brazil to go through to the final in the biggest margin of victory in the FIFA World Cup's semi-final history in July?

2. Which ‘surreal comedy group’ performed their last ever comedy show at the The O₂ in London in July?

3. Which famous English electronic pop duo made a guest appearance on the long-running BBC Radio 4 soap opera The Archers in August?

4. Which British athlete won the 10K gold medal at the 2014 European Championships in Zürich in August at the age of 40 years and 325 days?

5. Ewa Kopacz became which country’s second female prime minister in September?

6. Who announced his resignation as first minister of Scotland and leader of the Scottish National Party following the Scottish independence referendum in September?

7. Queen Elizabeth II sent her first what on October 24?

8. Which English singer-songwriter uploaded a video of himself singing Let it Go from the animated children’s film Frozen as his wife went through labour in October?

9. A video showing a woman receiving harassment as she spent 10 hours walking the streets of which US city prompted fierce debate in November?

10. In November, Thai violinist Vanessa-Mae was banned from which sport for four years for race fixing that enabled her to compete for Thailand at the 2014 Winter Olympics?

11. The British Museum controversially loaned what to the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg in December?

12. What is the name of the 17-year-old Pakistani girl who, in December 2014, became the youngest person to receive a Nobel Peace Prize?

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married Barack Obama in 1992 and has since become a fashion icon and role model for women worldwide.

January 19, Michael Crawford, 73, actor Crawford rose to fame for his portrayal of accident-prone Frank Spencer in the British sitcom Some Mothers Do ‘Ave ‘Em during the 1970’s. He appeared in many West End and Broadway productions, and won critical acclaim for his role in the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical The Phantom of the Opera.

THAT WAS 2014 THAT WAS… (PART TWO)

1. 7-1, 2. MONTY PYTHON, 3. PET SHOP BOYS, 4. JO PAVEY, 5. POLAND, 6. ALEX SALMOND, 7. TWEET, 8. Robbie WILLIAMS, 9. NEW YORK, 10. SKIING RACES, 11. One of the ELGIN MARBLES, 12. MALALA YOUSAFZAI

AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19) A feeling that you should totally commit yourself to something or someone this week should be avoided.

You will come up against a brick wall if a situation is forced. Time is all that is required to see things change for the better.

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How many English words of four letters or more can you make from the nine letters in our Nonagram puzzle? Each letter may be used only once (unless the letter appears twice). Each word MUST CONTAIN THE CENTRE LETTER (in this case V) and there must be AT LEAST ONE NINE LETTER WORD. Plurals, vulgarities or proper nouns are not allowed.

January 15, Charo, singer Maria del Rosario Mercedes Pilar Martinez Molina Baez – better known as Charo – is known for her flamboyant dress and her trademark phrase “cuchi-cuchi”. The singer, dancer and comedienne headlined Las Vegas shows during the 1970’s and appeared in many American television shows, including The Love Boat and Donny & Marie. She lives in the United States.

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blues? Although it is a common feeling at this time of the year, keep optimistic.

There is so much to look forward to, in fact, that you are spoilt for choice.

Although your social life may be in a bit of a rut, some sparkling moves from you will get things moving. Bring people together for a little party with music and good wine.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) Recent events have perhaps left a gap in your social life that is hard to fill. Patience is needed because it would be foolish to rush into something new if your heart is involved. Concentrating on work and other people will alleviate any loneliness. This may seem a short-term solution but it is all that is needed for now.

TARGET: Average: 9 Good: 12 Very good: 18 Excellent: 22

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION amen, amid, amir, dame, damn, deem, dime, dram, emir, idem, made, maid, main, mane, mare, mead, mean, meed, mend, mere, mien, mind, mine, mire, name, neem, ream, rime, admen, admin, aimed, aimer, ameer, amend, amide, amine, anime, armed, denim, derma, dimer, dream, edema, emend, enema, maned, media, mined, miner, mired, named, namer, ramie, rearm, rimed, admire, airmen, amende, demean, ermine, maiden, marine, marred, meaner, meanie, median, medina, mender, minder, reamed, reamer, remade, remain, remand, remind, rename, admirer, amender, dreamer, ermined, mariner, married, meander, rearmed, renamed, dreamier, remained, reminder, REMAINDER

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Directed by Vic Armstrong, stars Nicolas Cage, Chad Michael Murray and Cassi Thomson. Run time 111 mins. PG-13.

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Unscramble the name of a famous former British boxing world champion: I SNUB HACKER

Across 1 Track official appetiser (7) 5 Weep, the Queen is like a judge (5) 8 Covets a redistribution for such birds (7) 9 Embarrassingly holds drapery (5) 10 Function in the mid-seventies (5) 11 We stare at sea for Jersey (7) 12 Apportions company stock (6) 14 Carpet beater moving (6) 17 Can I be pleasant? (7) 19 Second team leader and get up (5) 22 Brings up rare point by mistake (5) 23 Housing monarch in a little row of houses (7) 24 Andres Segovia reveals his clothes (5) 25 Hart’s partner gores Dr Wild (7)

Unscramble the name of an American jazz rock band (two words): TENSE LADY FUNAGRAM SOLUTION: CHRIS EUBANK, STEELY DAN

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FINALS FINALS 5 Two ways to get staff (5) 6 Tear bit off cleric’s cap (7) 7 Second string player showing some reticence (7) 12 Free traders had leading parts (7) 13 Stir it in quartz (7) 15 Guaranteed to be safe in goal (7)

16 A stove is included in what he ate, really! (6) 18 Ruins sculptures (5) 20 Informed about a Hertfordshire town (5) 21 Figures will show how well they are working (5)

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Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 7 represents C and 10 represents W, so fill in C every time the figure 7 appears and W every time the figure 10 appears. Now, using your knowledge of the English language, work out which letters should go in the missing squares. As you discover the letters, fill in other squares with the same number in the main grid and the control grid.

Across 1 Disagree (6) 4 Win a victory over (6) 9 Reduce in length (7) 10 Revolves (5) 11 Scope (5) 12 Observe closely (7) 13 Not needed (11) 18 Reached destination (7) 20 Round fruit (5) 22 In the middle of (5) 23 Zero (7) 24 React verbally (6) 25 Author (6)

Down 1 Have a wish for (6) 2 Expression of displeasure (5) 3 Outermost (7) 5 More than necessary (5) 6 At a previous time (7) 7 Samples (6) 8 Free from external control and constraint (11) 14 Easily agitated (7) 15 Disperse (7) 16 Yellow fruit (6) 17 Mendicant (6) 19 Ill-defined (5) 21 Sharp end (5)

English - Spanish The clues are mixed, some clues are in Spanish and some are in English.

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Down 1 Criticise pub credit (5) 2 Make amends by altering a note (5) 3 Badly written letters of support (7) 4 Make a stand against Twisted Sister (6)

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LAST WEEK’S SOLUTIONS CRYPTIC Across: 1 Teak, 3 Sandwich, 9 Airfare, 10 Ruler, 11 Steer, 12 Themed, 14 Parish, 16 Hassle, 19 Facile, 21 Unlit, 24 Aroma, 25 Spectre, 26 Hostelry, 27 Cons.

Down: 1 Transept, 2 Agree, 4 Agents, 5 Dirge, 6 Illness, 7 Hard, 8 Madras, 13 Restless, 15 Reasons, 17 Amused, 18 Teaser, 20 Irate, 22 Lotto, 23 Bath.

QUICK Across: 1 Slapped, 5 Lends, 8 Remains, 9 Force, 10 Extra, 11 Respond, 12 Chases, 14 Closer, 17 Shampoo, 19 Seals, 22 Later, 23 Knowing, 24 Sides, 25 Descent.

Across 1 To find (9) 8 In the same way (5) 9 Mancha (de aceite, pintura, etc) (5) 11 Mushroom (flat-topped) (4) 12 Flat (apartment) (4) 14 Straw (agriculture) (4) 16 Envolver (4) 19 Acordar (5) 21 Now (at this time, immediately) (5) 22 Siglos (9)

Down 2 Nombre (lingüística) (5) 3 Búhos (4) 4 Prueba (4) 5 Handle (of basket, bucket, jug) (3) 6 To clean (7) 7 To pack (in boxes) (7) 10 Grifo (de agua) (3) 13 Deber (3) 15 Arriba (indicando situación) (5) 17 Alquiler (de inmueble) (4) 18 Pareja (4) 20 Laughs (3)

Down: 1 Serve, 2 Admit, 3 Private, 4 Desire, 5 Lifts, 6 Nervous, 7 Slender, 12 Castles, 13 Adapted, 15 Lessons, 16 Locked, 18 Parts, 20 Alike, 21 Sight.

ENGLISH-SPANISH Across: 1 Heart, 4 Tyres, 7 Margarine, 8/10 Bin bag, 15 Over there, 17 Otoño, 18 Tarea.

Down: 1 Haba, 2 Arm, 3 Toro, 4 Team, 5 Reina, 6 Seed, 9 Ileso, 11 Rojo, 12 Otro, 13 Belt, 14 Acta, 16 Ear.

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THE Courtland family take a last summer vacation together in the Rocky Mountains before 18-yearold Caitlin Courtland leaves home for college.

Her parents hope that the beauty of nature will help mend their breaking marriage, and Caitlin takes the opportunity to indulge in her beloved pastime,

3. Among the weirder festivities during

January are Squirrel Appreciation Day (January 27), Beer Can Appreciation Day (January 24), Peculiar People Day (January 10), Festival of Sleep Day (January 3) and Winnie the Pooh Day (January 18).

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Janus, the god of gateways. He had two faces, one looking forward and one looking backwards - just like a door - and as he looks to the future and to the past, the first month of the year is appropriately named after him.

2. Despite the collective hangover from too much alcohol during the Christmas period, January has a number of national days dedicated to the demon drink including National Hot Toddy Day (January 11), National Bloody Mary Day (January 1), National Irish Coffee Day (January 25) and National Brandy Alexander Day (January 31).

JANUARY 18: Winnie the Pooh Day.

4. The Anglo-Saxons called January ‘Wulfmonath’ as it was the month that hungry wolves were unable to find food and came scavenging at people’s doors. The

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But when Caitlin and Sean go for an early morning run and only Sean returns, the Courtlands are drawn into a world of dread and anxiety.

Caitlin’s mysterious disappearance give the beautiful mountains a more sinister air, and the family are forced to ask themselves if

Caitlin is still alive and at what point do they stop searching for their loved one.

always-interesting Finnish language calls January ‘Tammikuu’ and in the completely weird and wonderful Japanese language January is known as ‘Ichigatsu.’

5.More couples divorce or split up in January than in any other month of the year. Experts have put this down to what they call “relationship freezes,” when unhappy individuals put their break-up plans on

JANUS: The Roman god had two faces.

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hold when there are holidays approaching so as not to ruin them or to be alone.

They wait to do the deed until the festivities are over.

6. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, where it is the second month of winter, and the warmest month of the year in the Southern Hemisphere, where it is the second month of summer.

7. Famous historical figures born in January include: Cicero (January 3), Joan of Arc (January 6), Al Capone (January 17), Robert Burns (January 25), Thomas Aquinas (January 28) and FD Roosevelt (January 30).

8. The American actress and model January Jones - from television show Mad Men - was born in January but she is not named after her birth month. She is named after January Wayne, a character in the 1973 novel Once Is Not Enough by Jacqueline Susann.

9. If Elvis Presley were still alive he would have turned 80 this January 8. But the ‘King of Rock ‘n Roll’ died at the age of 42 in 1977.

10. In leap years, January always begins on the same day as April and July.

When it’s not a leap year, January always begins on the same day as October.

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The letters must be adjoining in a ‘chain’. They can be adjacent horizontally, vertically or diagonally.

Words must contain at least four letters and may include singular and plural or other derived forms.

No letter may be used more than once within a single word, unless it appears twice.

No vulgarities or proper nouns are permitted.

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7th January THE first few days of the New Year had been spent catching up with family and being looked after.

January 5 was a great day in Malaga watching the Christmas processions for the Three Kings. We had a marvellous view from high up on the balcony of the Malaga Palacio hotel.

The Reyes January 6 was spent quietly at home. We cut the traditional ‘Rosco de Reyes,’ a typical Spanish cake eaten in most households on this day. I was lucky enough to get the king figurine in my slice so was crowned the king for the day, which also brought me luck.

My daughter got the broadbean… not so lucky as the recipient is supposed to pay for the cake but we let her off, naturally!

January 7 and it was round three for my chemo treatment.

I drove to Malaga for the routine blood test very early in the morning and then off to breakfast. Due to the large

amount of blood analysis, chemo treatment and Cat scans, my poor veins were acting up and I came home with four different bandages instead of two, but that’s life.

We got there in the end!

My oncologist was very happy with my blood test results and the fact that I hadn’t succumbed to infections or colds and my defence system was holding up, meaning I could continue on track with my treatments because the sooner they were over, the happier I would be.

The chemo session took three hours and then it was time to go back to Jorge’s house for some TLC and delicious Spanish home cooking courtesy of his mother.

I rested and then felt well enough to have a little stroll around Malaga, a few tapas and an ice cream and then back home for a video and bed.

I had a slightly restless night but was so relieved in the morning that I didn’t feel as sick as the last time.

It seems that every session is a new experience, you just don’t know how you are going to react. I am positive having my family here has made the difference as they have taken the strain on the cooking and washing and just looked after and loved me. I owe them all so much. What a joy it is to be

FAMILY VISIT: Having my sister present made a difference. united! Special thanks to my lovely brother-in-law who has driven us all about and been a saint in general.

January 8 was a delightful day spent in Frigiliana, a typical whitewashed town with cobbled streets, and then off to the beach for a bite to eat. My sister bought me a lovely handbag too. I was thoroughly spoilt.

My next treatment would be on January 28, marking the halfway point of my chemotherapy. This would be

quite a landmark and also the last in the first batch of treatments. Session five would mean a change in dose and type of chemo. I would have no idea how I would react to this, but there is no point worrying about that. Each step draws you closer to the finishing post.

Emotionally I remain extremely positive and there are days I totally forget that I have an ‘illness’. I have such a busy life with children and so much still to achieve and so

many people to see and things to do that it gives me direction and focus. I have started to make a list of the things that I would like to do when I am fully recovered including walking the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage, hiking, running a minimarathon and a million and one other things. I also have a lot of thank you letters to write and good deeds to return to people.

I think that people regard difficult news, hard times or illness as a bad thing, but I truly believe that a change, no matter how tough it may seem to start with, good always comes out of it.

We need some structure in life but we must never be afraid of change as it breathes life into our very existence. Otherwise that all-important discovery might never come about, that life-changing trip might never be made, a true love not met or ambition achieved.

I’ve said it before, we are on this planet for such a short time that we really should try and be as kind to others as possible and do our best, but most of all be happy.

Having regrets in life is one of the saddest things I think, so don’t just talk about what you wish you could be or how you wish your life could change.

Make a positive step towards your goals, no matter how small, you will find it really is worth it and you will grow in confidence and self-belief.

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Colombian village trials Alzheimer’s MANY of the residents of a village in the Andes mountains are reported to have dementia by the age of 40.

Yarumal in Colombia has 5,000 residents, many holding a genetic mutation which means that they have a 50 per cent chance of developing Alzheimer’s by the time they are 40.

Doctor Francisco Lopera, a neurologist who grew up in Yarumal, is now trialling a new drug on 300 of the village’s residents.

The trials are part of a $100-million project financed by the National Institutes of Health and Banner Research Institute in the US, as well as Swiss pharmaceutical group Roche.

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A new report shows that women suffer more than men from winter blues with one in five males saying they are not affected in any way by the changing seasons.

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DIET CHANGE: People want to improve their health.

Most Britons want to improve their diet in 2015 MORE than 90 per cent of Britons have vowed to change their diet in 2015.

The figures were revealed in a YouGov survey, commissioned by Quorn, which also shows that around half will give up in just three months with many citing boredom and not eating what they want, as the reasons they quit.

Despite 50 per cent of

the population quitting their New Year diets after just 90 days, 91 per cent said they would try their hardest to make healthier food choices part of a routine to be maintained.

More than one third of those who took part in the poll have deliberately cut the amount of meat they eat with 48 per cent saying the reason is to improve their health.

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Undoubtedly Terra Sana is also the best place for breakfast in town, with free Wifi, excellent Fair Trade coffee and the Eggs Benedict is to die for. The juices and smoothies are good at any time of day, made fresh as you order them - and they work wonders

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When you visit, don’t forget to ask for a ‘Loyalty Card.’ You can get a free wrap or salad on your sixth visit and the same applies to the desserts and coffees - you get a free one on your sixth purchase.

Terra Sana, Nueva Andalucia, next to the Casino Tel: 952 906 205

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Your establishment provides a meal for two which we will review and publish - with pictures - in your local edition.

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ALBERTS: Enjoy an introduction to the art of winemaking and the variety of styles available.

Wine club evening THERE is nothing like matching amazing wines and food whilst chatting with old friends and even meet new ones that share our same passion for decent wine!

At Alberts on Wednesday evening at 7.30pm we will introduce you to the art of winemaking and the variety of styles available in a very informal but informative way.

Whilst absorbing all of this expert and fascinating wine knowledge your palate will also enjoy flavours from around the world and we will even help you find a great food pairing for your favourite tipple!

You will be greeted on arrival with

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a glass of Cava and then introduced to the art of wine tasting with the tasting of two crisp white wines and two luxurious

red wines with a variety of tapas to accompany each, teaching your taste buds which are the best accompaniments for each.

We look forward to meeting like-minded individuals with a passion for food, taste, style and high end wines and those who are curious about the art of wine making.

At only 22 euros per person (IVA not included) this will be a sell out affair, so please do book as places are limited.

Telephone 952 836 886 www.alberts-cabopino.com

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Dry-Aged Beef at the Longhorn!

WELCOME: Jamie Waite with Christopher.

Hello to new baby LA PARRA GOLD Fish and Chip restaurant and take away in Los Boliches had an extra special Christmas this time round as waiter Jamie became a father for the first time. Baby Christopher Martan made his appearance December 30 at 3.59am and weighed in at a very healthy 4.4kg.

Jamie is carrying on a tradition for becoming a

father to a boy, Chef Steve is father to twin boys, Aston and Morgan aged four and owner John is father to two-year-old Marco.

Perhaps customers won’t have to wait too long before these boys tread in their fathers’ footsteps and become the next generation in this popular eatery Congratulations to Jamie from everyone at EWN.

lived in a natural DESCRIBED by state, roaming experts as ‘Epic, freely on flat, splendid and lush green passublime,’ drytures and are aged beef given no chance delivers the best to build up tough steaks in the muscle which world. can ruin the In the United meat experience States, the LONGHORN: Make a reservation now. and the result is matured RibEye, on the bone, has been a culinary a ‘healthy’ and delicious steak.

This fantastic flavoured and cult delicacy for decades. Now you do not have to travel all the way to succulent meat is now available at London or New York to feast on a the Restaurant Longhorn Del Sol, in well-raised, well-marbled, dry-aged Benalmadena Pueblo, one of the best steak. steakhouses on the Costa del Sol. The taste of this meat is more Make your reservations now as this intense, like very rare roast beef. Dry- will be available for a limited time Aging is the oldest method of meat only. maturation of beef on the bone which C/San Miguel, 29693, Benalmadena takes 21 to 28 days to process.

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TABLE MOUNTAIN is a unique restaurant in a unique location.

Found nestling under the Mesa de Masmullar it takes its name from the mountain, which is a similar shape to that which dominates the skyline above Cape Town in South Africa.

Its breathtaking location in the Montes de Malaga is just one of the reasons for the restaurant being one of the mustexperience dining experiences in Andalucia.

From whatever direction you choose to approach, the scenery is absolutely stunning with superb views of the forested mountains and out to sea as the road rises.

It is the ideal opportunity to make a day of your visit, with not only the views, but also the picturesque village of Comares to visit.

With white houses, narrow streets and Moorish arches and architecture, it is well worth the time to view.

Table Mountain restaurant is in the nearby small village of Los Ventorros and is very easy to find

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The light and airy restaurant is the perfect setting to enjoy the superb food, either indoors, or on sunny days on the terrace.

The star of the show is of course the food, which is always a little out of the ordinary with the menu featuring a wide array of international dishes as well as more traditional recipes.

Harry, the host, is friendly and is very happy to talk you through the interesting well balanced

menus.

If you find making a choice difficult the starters include a tapas tasting menu so you get to try a bit of everything.

As well as a range of meat, fish and vegetarian dishes, Table Mountain also offers a selection of signature dishes using authentic

ingredients and cooking techniques from around the world.

These include Satay, Beef Rendang from Indonesia, Spicy South Indian curry and venison stroganoff.

There is also a selection of delicious home-made puddings to round off your meal.

A visit to Table Mountain is the perfect way to make a good day out even more memorable.

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ALL around Spain animal lovers have set up associations to look after unwanted and stray pets.

They do it because of their love of animals, but one thing is for sure, they need help.

Many expatriates have pitched in to help, but the supply of dogs and cats that need care and new homes seems endless.

And there is a good reason for that. It would appear that Spain is the country with the most abandoned pets in Europe, according to a study by the Affinity foundation.

Latest figures available show that 140,000 animals, the vast majority dogs, were abandoned in Spain in 2013. That was a drop of 2.3 per cent from 2012, but still an enormous figure.

The high numbers have been partly blamed on the financial crisis with families being unable to afford the upkeep of the dog. But it simply moves the problem elsewhere.

Many municipal pounds will only hold animals for a limited time before destroying them, which is where charitable homes come into the equation. They always need help, whether financial, volunteer workers or people to take in unwanted animals.

Affinity would like people to think before they abandon pets, pointing out that in many parts of Spain it is a crime with fines of between €400 and €20,000 possible.

It is much better to put some effort into finding a new home for your pet rather than simply abandoning it.

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MANY people like to ‘treat’ their cat or dog with extra food and snacks, but they really should take care with the amount they feed their pets.

It is unfortunate that just as the human population is getting fatter, the rate of obesity in our pets is also on the rise.

It is usually down to spoiling them with unhealthy treats or overfeeding them. Take care when measuring the food out, and use healthy treats specially formulated for your animals using good

quality ingredients.

There are many health risks to overweight pets including diabetes and liver problems.

This can be particularly serious when it comes to cats, who for any reason stop eating, lose weight quickly or are stressed as their reduced liver function can then prove to be fatal.

The risk of lameness and arthritis in heavy or obese dogs and cats is three to five times that of

Daisy digs her dog-sitters

By Lamia Walker of HousesitMatch AS some of you might have experienced, Cocker Spaniels can be charming little scamps, and somewhat emotional, to say the least.

As a Spaniel owner myself, I understand their almost human charms and wiles. But what never ceases to amaze me is how the dogs find ways to channel their emotions when they are upset, or a routine is changed or indeed they feel unusually defensive or protective.

So this is what Daisy’s owner told me about her recent

experience when the dog-sitters came to stay to care for her muchloved puppy.

Julita, Daisy’s owner, had found that kennels did not suit Daisy’s temperament. Returning from a two-week holiday last year, she found that despite having carefully chosen a very well-respected kennels for her young puppy, the dog had lost a frightening amount of weight in the 14 days she had been left there, and had sore paws from trying to dig her way out of the compound every day!

Realising that despite her previous dogs being perfectly happy in similar quality kennels,

she needed to find an alternative solution. So, she went online and found house-sitters through HouseSitMatch.com, an online collaborative network. Daisy could stay at home, her sitters were experienced with puppies (and understood the emotional needs of a young and flirty Cocker Spaniel) and cared for her in her own home while Julita enjoyed a well-earned break.

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pets at the correct weight.

Obese cats are twice as likely to develop nonallergic skin conditions, possibly due to an inability to groom themselves adequately, which can lead to skin problems developing as well.

On top of that, if your pet needs an operation, which is more likey as it is overweight anyway, then vets need to take extra

precautions when anaesthetising and performing surgery.

Many anaesthetics are ‘soaked up’ by fat so an overweight animal will take longer to come out of anaesthesia as the drugs are retained by the fat in its body.

As well as that, a fatty liver may not be as efficient at breaking down anaesthetics and other drugs, so again, recovery may be delayed.

So owners are not being kind when they give their pets an extra helping of food or unhealthy treats whenever they beg for them. It is better to be firm and watch what their animals eat.

OBESITY: Becoming common in pets as well as humans.

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THE Government has stated that the work at Varyl Begg Estate went to the lowest tenderer under the Approved Contractor Scheme set up by the Gibraltar Social Democrats (GSD) when they were in office. There were two contracts for the work: one for resurfacing of roads, parking areas and linear road drainage, and another for paving, street furniture and associated works.

PREPARATIONS for the 2015 Register of Electors are currently under way, with forms being posted to local households. Those eligible are urged to submit their details within a period of five days to ensure they can vote in the next election. More than 21,000 people were registered to vote in the last elections.

More information at www.parliament.gi.

Wartime evacuations remembered TO commemorate the 75th anniversary of the wartime evacuations from the Rock, Gibraltar Archives will soon include audio tracks recorded by people with first-hand experience of one of the most important moments in Gibraltar’s history.

These oral histories will complement the archives’ evacuation project that was launched last year. In total, 27 evacuees’ testimonies will be available on-line and as each track plays it will be linked to a relevant wartime poster. The audio archive will also feature songs of the period sung by children from St Joseph’s school.

“Since we started the evacuation project in October, we have received many messages of congratulations and support,” said Anthony Pitaluga, the government archivist. “These oral histories are an important record of that time.”

This year marks the 75th anniversary of the evacuation of the majority of the Gibraltarian civilian population during the Second World War. It was felt that the Rock needed more British soldiers and as a result all those in non-essential jobs were evacuated to various places including Morocco, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland Madeira and Jamaica.

Evacuees began arriving back in Gibraltar in 1944, and the last were back by 1951.

Transgender rights GIBRALTAR’S Equality Rights Group has called on the Government to provide rights for transgender people.

Chairman Felix Alvarez stated that there was a need to recognise the rights of this sector of the population, “however small it might be.” Gibraltar does not currently allow transgender people to legally change their gender, unlike mainland UK and Spain.

New Year message highlights strength of the economy CHIEF MINISTER Fabian Picardo used his New Year message to highlight the strength of the Gibraltar economy and how it was currently one of the “strongest in the world.”

He also took a pop at the opposition for trying to convey messages of “doom and gloom” in the face of a strong financial situation. He stressed that Gibraltar’s finances were now in a “much stronger position” than they had been under the previous government.

Picardo also stated that unemployment in Gibraltar was the lowest since records began.

In his annual New Year message, the chief minister’s main focus was on the strength of Gibraltar’s economy.

“Usable cash reserve is now at almost £80 million (€102 million),” he reported. “And in the next financial year gross debt will be half of what it was under the GSD (Gibraltar Social Democrats). That means gross debt will fall to less than £260 million (€332 million). So more useable cash and less than half the debt there was under the previous administration. Let us be clear: that is the soundest position Gibraltar has been in for 20 years.”

Picardo added: “Your Government’s finances are amongst the strongest in the

POSITIVE: Chief Minister Fabian said Gibraltar’s finances were ‘in a much stronger position.’ whole world. During the course of the next financial year you will find that Gibraltar is amongst the top 15 nations in terms of having the lowest borrowing as a ratio of GDP. That is genuinely something to be proud of. And don’t let anyone convince you otherwise because it would not be true.”

The chief minister took the opportunity of his New Year message to have a snipe at the opposition. He said that instead of “allowing our political opponents to worry you,” Gibraltarians should be proud that the public finances of the country were “amongst

the strongest, most resilient of any EU nation.”

He stated: “As usual, our opponents make predictions of doom and gloom. They say we will not be able to achieve things. Just as they said we would bankrupt Gibraltar when we introduced scholarships for all in 1988.

And then we do what we say, when we deliver to Gibraltar’s benefit, they are left dumbfounded.

Please therefore regard all the statements of doom and gloom you hear about our economy and public finances in this light.”

Addressing the issue of

unemployment, Picardo remarked: “Unemployment was down to 228 on the last working day of the year last year, which is the lowest figure since unemployment records began. This produces an average for the quarter end of 268 people unemployed, also a record lower for quarter end unemployment figures. We must work harder to get those numbers down further.”

The chief minister concluded that 2015 would be a year of challenges ahead, but “with our collective hard work, it is going to be another great year for Gibraltar.”

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Mayor Paloma Garcia Galvez handed over cheques for €1,528 each to Francisca Guerrero and Rocio Torres from the charities and expressed her satisfaction with the event.

Culture Councillor Yolanda Peña and designer Jose Maria Soler, who donated clothes for the show, were also present.

own merchandise.

Top prize in the raffle was a cruise for two, which was won by a woman from Fuengirola. Now organisers are already looking forward to next year’s event, its 10th anniversary.

Anyone who can contribute in any way should call Stacey on 609 572 407 or email stacey@4pawsadoptions.com.

It’s showtime…

By Pete Woodall THE International Music Society TIMS will perform at a special service to mark the end of prayer week in Malaga Cathedral on Calle Molina Larios on Sunday, January 25. The concert, organised with help from Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre in Fuengirola, is open to everyone and starts at 8pm. On Friday, February 13, TIMS will perform at the Bil Bil Castle in Benalmadena Costa.

The Valentine’s Concert is dedicated to love. Both events are free.

More info 952 573 983/654 891 790 or email gilly.bareford@hotmail.co.uk.

Talking health matters A TALK on the Spanish healthcare system is to be given by Dr Maria Cecilia Tacchi. All are welcome to the event at the Age Care Day Centre, Baptist Church, Calahonda on Tuesday, January 20, at 11am.

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Coffee morning for cancer LUX MUNDI is hosting a coffee morning to raise money for Spanish Cancer

Association (AECC).

An AECC representative will explain (in English and Spanish) what they will be doing with the money raised.

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MORE than €4,500 was raised for an animal charity when 22 people braved the chilly sea for a charity dip.

The ninth annual New Year swim attracted 330 people to watch the event and raise money for 4 Paws Adoptions.

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The event is being held at Lux Mundi, Calle Nueva No 3, Fuengirola on Tuesday, February 3, from 10.30am to 12.30pm.

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Attacking those unwanted weeds Dick Handscombe

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By Spain’s best known expatriate gardening author living in Spain for 25 years.

HERE are some handy ideas on preventing weeds: 1. Enlarge terrace areas and widen paths This will reduce the areas of soil in which seeds can germinate.

2. Lay plastic sheeting over unplanted areas and mulch Solid plastic sheeting is more effective than woven plastic. Hide the plastic with attractive mulch such as stone chippings.

3. Mulch other nonplastic areas Mulch bare earth areas under and around plants to hinder the germination of unwanted seeds and at the same time reduce evaporation of moisture from top soil during hot weather.

Section 4.7 of the book ‘How to Use Less Water in Your Garden - A practical guide to waterwise Mediterranean style gardening worldwide’ lists 18 useful ways of mulching.

4. Leave rotting leaves to create a natural mulch This will reduce your garden maintenance work, attract worms, fertilise the soil naturally and reduce moisture losses as well as deterring weed growth.

5. Use a butane weeding flame gun Useful for clearing drives and old chipping areas.

6. Grow vegetables in raised beds or

builders buckets Additionally if you grow vegetable plants so that they touch after a few weeks of growth you won’t get weeds anyway after the first few weeks.

7. Plant plants close Leave no bare earth!

8. Don’t plant seeds that self-seed easily and spread Some plants like morning glory can become a nuisance and become a real pest, weed, unless you use it carefully to hide an unsightly wall or shed or stabilise an earth bank.

9. Weed-kill just individual weeds The wide use of chemical weedkillers does permanent harm to the structure of soil as it kills off beneficial microbes that help soil particles to aggregate and produce a

crumbly easily worked soil and also enable roots to extract essential nutrients from the soil. An alternative natural weed killer is a 5 per cent vinegar water solution. This can be sprayed but is more eco if only applied weed by weed.

This week’s column is dedicated to the owners of El Mojito English bar in La Carihuela where on Christmas Eve I ate a large breakfast to build myself up after my hospital stay. On entering I saw copies of the EWN. When I showed my articles to the owner Terry, he asked if I could I do a one on weed control.

If other readers have special requests for the topics of future articles send them into EWN. © Dick Handscombe www.gardenspain.com January 2015

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The Euribor - the main mortgage on their mortgage repayments.

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ACE OF SHADES - All colours available. Urbanisations catered for, electric and manual operation, also recover service available, largest selection of colours and designs on the coast. Tel: 951 273 254 / 671 732 204 / info@aceof shades.es (101730)

DR DAMP leaking roofs, damp walls, all mould cured. All work guaranteed. Call 689 515 558 (215594)

PLASTERING, rendering, dry lining, coving, suspended ceilings.

Fitted kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms. All work guaranteed.

689 515 558 (215594)

BLINDS, awnings, mosquito screens, curtains, vast choice. All areas covered. Coast and inland.

655 825 931 (231472)

BOATS

DECLUTTER, cash paid for small/medium furniture, antiques, furs, brass, copper and other ornaments. Tel: Howard 608 121 817

PLASTERING

BLINDS

SOLAR BLINDS ES Ideal for large glazed areas to reflect heat / glare and stop furniture fading and still keep the view.

SAVE HEAT IN THE WINTER TOO improve your living environment. Solarblinds.es@ gmail.com Tel Ian 958 496 571 / 644 546 176 (229867)

DAMP PROOFING

ALL building works estimated, all trades undertaken. Retired professional. 676 143 789 / 602 669 240 (234281)

BATHOLOGIST. Specialist in repairing chipped baths or refurbishing old/worn baths. No mess or disruption. 678 808 837 (229862)

SOLAR BLINDS

SECOND hand shop buy & sell.

Tim’s established 1992. Atalaya (San Pedro). New opening hours.

Monday-Friday 10.30am-7.00pm.

Saturday 10.30am-2.00pm. 666 903 499 (228642)

HANDYMAN

BATH REPAIRS

ACE OF SHADES - Vertical, Venetian, Roman, Roller, Wooden blinds, various colours available, also blackout blinds. Tel: 951 273 254 / 671 732 204 / info@aceof shades.es (101730)

SWIFT MULTISERVICES. All aspects of building works undertaken with over 30 years’ experience.

Professional, trustworthy & reliable. Call 674 845 852 (229932)

PLASTERING, all aspects covered, skimming, rendering, screeding, covering, tiling, Dean 691 044 287 (229992)

BUSINESS OPP. BOUNCY CASTLES www.costabouncingcastles.com 3m x 3m to 21m x 3m wide.

Prices from 80€ + 20% discount quote EWN. Look at web for more info. 620 005 360 (228720)

BUILDING SERVICES PH BUILDERS. Full or Part Reforms. Bathrooms, kitchens, plumbing, tiling, electrics. Tel 600 204 433 / 952 565 168 (234565) SWINGLES CASAS SL. For all your building needs.

Visit www.swinglescasas. com for more details or call 952 428 067 / 666 960 262 (224893) JIM’S HOME IMPROVEMENTS. bathrooms / kitchen reforms, repairs, plumbing, carpentry, painting, tiling, maintenance.

Give us a call no job too small.

692 207 799 / 645 559 423 (226431) CONCRETE - OZBUILD, Specialist imprinted concrete. Reseals, repairs, brickwork, tiling, plastering, screeding. 11 years in Spain. Competitive prices, quality finish. 952 426 074 / 606 745 920 / www.ozbuildspain.com (226398) GENERAL BUILDER. Tiling, plastering, painting, electrician, plumber, carpentry. Reasonable prices. 952 662 745 / 635 913 885 (References available) (226283) PAINTING, plumbing, plastering, electrics, chain link fencing, general builders. 625 200 205 (234302)

BUSINESS FOR SALE. Own domestic production of popular liquid. Webshop and 3 physical shops. Good earnings potential.

Easy to run. Very large & loyal customer base. 619 717 310 (230530) BUYING or Selling a Business?

Contact Spain’s leading Business Broker, ‘Business Broker Spain.’

Free consultation and Assessment.

Tel: 617 062 421 (229626) Don’t remain POOR by….

Passing Over Opportunities Repeatedly

INSTANT CASH!!! For your old LPs, 45s and record collections.

GUARANTEED BEST PRICES PAID. Also a free valuation service. Call Paul on 603 584 249 or email details to: paul@vpcltd.co.uk (225607) ROLEX, OMEGA, JAEGER, BLANCPAIN, BREITLING, PANERAI, HEUER, ETC WANTED. WILL TRAVEL. 606 168 382 WWW.PLR WATCHES.COM (228646) TOP quality laminate flooring 50 m2 available never used, original cost 20€ per m2. Must go ASAP 7.50€ m2 Torrenueva, Mijas Costa 952 493 384 / 672 364 455 WANTED. Rock Records, Punk, Jazz, Blues, Reggae. 650 509 035 WE clear houses, apartments, shops, garages, bars, storage units. Tel 656 187 140 / brian.d.hughes@hotmail.com HOUSE CLEARANCE, anything considered. Top rates paid.

Mick 611 205 750 (225535)

CARAVANS PARKING, STORAGE & SALES. Caravans - Motorhomes - Boats Cars and Vans etc. Short / long term - Safe & secure, drop off & collections. Excellent rates, discount for long term, 5 mins from Fuengirola. Established 25 years. www.eurodog.es / info@eu rodog.es 679 786 669 / 606 101 807 (230268)

CAR HIRE LONG term car hire from 249 euros per month - 952 564 912 - in fo@bluebearcarhire.com (230362)

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 (224853)

CHIMNEY SERVICES CHIMNEY SWEEP. Clean reliable professional. All types, special price for more than 1.

Chris 608 337 497 (226437) T1 APEX CHIMNEY SERVICES, professional chimney sweeping and smoke testing. NACS Qualified. Clean and efficient Tel: Bob 696 320 202 (230701)

CHURCH SERVICES BENALMADENA Elim Family Fellowship. Sundays 11am. Elimfami lyfellowship.com or call 951 912 525 or 952 446 627 (0)

CLASSES

MUSIC VIOLIN and piano lessons. ABRSM exam preparation. Marbella 649 989 692 (228519)

CLEANING SERVICES

CARS FOR SALE

We’re expanding in your area of Spain & UK. Are you..

Self-Motivated, Hungry, Sick of making money for others?

The Business Opportunity of the 21st Century.

Interested?…Call 952 493 486 (225600)

BUY & SELL CD and DVD collections large or small. TC will buy them all.

Telephone 652 072 600 (230538) SUPERPOOL EST. 1985. Pool tables, boxing and mini-vending machines on profit share, also new/second hand domestic tables and accessories. Tel 629 530 233 www.superpoolspain.com (225746)

OVEN CLEANING, domestic, commercial, complete fittings, let professional do hard, dirty work, from 35€. 632 569 282 ovencleaningcostadelsol.com (223165) UPHOLSTERY and steam cleaning sofas, carpets etc… JA Cleaning Services 626 357 955 (200771) CARPET & UPHOLSTERY PROFESSIONALLY CLEANED 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE WET OR DRY CLEAN, HONEST,RELIABLE SERVICE. PLEASE CALL 678 808 837 / 952 669 701 (229862)

Price per word: 0,42€ + IVA minimum 15 words - Discount: Book 10 weeks, get 2 weeks free - Deadline: 4pm Mondays Contact: Phone (0034) 952 561 245 • Fax (0034) 952 440 887 • email classifieds@euroweeklynews.com • www.euroweeklynews.com

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CLASSIFIEDS COSTA DEL SOL Cleaning. Over 20 years caring for properties on the coast. Rentals, regular and one-off cleans. Reputation, high standards and reliability. Wendy 635 639 370 / Sue 607 667 930 / 952 964 407 / www.costadelsol propertymanagement.com (231487)

COMMUNITY CALLING ALL LADIES ON THE COAST THAT CAN KNIT!!! If you’re at a loose end, join our charity knitting meets at Didi Bar in the centre of Arroyo. Monday to Friday from 2pm until 4.30pm.

Text: 0044 7890 454 881 (234294)

COMPUTERS LAPTOP HELP LINE. Notebooks, netbooks and tablets repaired, software updates, Internet and email problems solved. Refurbished laptops for sale. Web page designed and maintained. 952 564 274 / 677 702 501 (220138) COMPUTER PROBLEMS SOLVED. Error messages fixed, viruses removed. Repairs and upgrades available. Laptops in English. Kindle, iPad & Android help. One-toone training. Also, low cost, reliable internet TV solutions, even for slow connections. Experienced, reliable service. Paul 630 652 338 / 952 493 859 (225715) COMPUTER help. Patient teacher. PC sales, set up, repairs, problem solving, internet TV boxes. Kindle, ipads, internet, email.

30 years experience. 19 years on the coast. Friendly and reliable.

Dave 952 664 713 (234446) PC DOCTOR. PCs and Laptops in your language. We come to you, wherever you are. For home and office support. Call 952 591 071 (230349)

CURTAINS CURTAINS, BLINDS, UPHOLSTERY, a complete service. www.marbellacurtaindesign.com.

Mary 675 813 348 (225720)

DATING WANT A SERIOUS RELATIONSHIP? Unicis Dating Agency’s European network offers you a personalised matching service. With over 40 years of experience, we can find your perfect match.

951 334 730 www.unicis.es (228590)

DENTAL LABORATORY

DOG TRAINING METS dog training club, Fuengirola. Glyn 605 121 831 / Jeff 692 832 250 (234450)

DOMESTIC APP REPAIRS DOMESTIC Appliance repairs washing machines, fridges, cookers, ovens, water heaters, gas / electric, professionally repaired.

Christian 608 337 497 (228695)

DRAINAGE DRAINS: Our fully equipped vehicles are ready to deal with any problem, water jetting, water leak detection, CCTV, roots removal, relining and more. Discounts for urbanisations. Now incorporating solar hot water, salt pool systems, central heating & general plumbing. Pipetek. 674 632 344 / 617 198 888 / 952 897 516 (223198) T1 CLEARFLOW DRAIN SERVICES. All drain problems solved. More than 25 years on the coast. Leak detection, leak and repair. Clearflow Group.

Telephone 952 885 661 or 630 200 600 (231460) BLOCKED DRAINS? Leak detection, CCTV survey, root removal, Tel 952 568 414 / 661 910 772 / drainspain.com (224404)

DRIVING LESSONS DRIVER’S LICENCE in English. Discount with this advert. Autoescuela Urbano, Calle Maestro, Angeles Aspiazu, Fuengirola. Also in Mijas Pueblo. 687 070 256 (228503)

ELECTRICIANS BS ELECTRICAL, Boletins, Rewires, Fault Finding, Endesa helpline, 33 years experience.

Sean 952 961 108 / 669 070 011 / www.bselectrical.eu ELECTRICIAN 16th Edition BS7671 qualified, 26 years experience. Rewires, extra sockets, lights, fault finding etc.

Contact electrician.in.spain@ gmail.com. Call Ian 650 151 569 (230678)

MY ENERGY CERTIFICATE. Now legally required for ALL properties for sale or rent. Call +34 627 805 581 / info@myenergycer tificate.com (234262)

FENCING SERVICES

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FLOOR POLISHING MARBLE FLOOR (2.50€/m2) WHY PAY MORE .WE CLEAN, CRYSTALLISE, SEAL THEN POLISH YOUR MARBLE TO HIGH GLOSS, NON SLIP. PROFESSIONAL GUARANTEED, FAST SERVICE. 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE. ALSO REPAIRS DAMAGES TO MARBLE, CLEAN AND SEAL TERRACOTTA TERRACES, COVERS ALL COSTA DEL SOL. TEL: 671 244 683 (215511) T1 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 (206437) TONY’S MARBLE RESTORATION SERVICE. Marble and terrazo floors, professionally refurbished, quotations without obligation. +34 620 726 875 (224849)

CHAIN LINK FENCE erectors, general builders, all types of welding fabrication. Tel: 655 218 466 (229232)

GARDENING

GARDENER for private homes, communities, tree pruning, pool maintenance, garden design. Specialist in water systems. Tel: 666 953 892 www.jardin-garden.es (220302) ARBOLISTA Tree surgery, No. 1 for trees and palms, on the Costa since 1998. 600 260 534 - 952 117 486 Kit Hogg C.G.Arb www.spaintree.com (229875) GARDEN and pool maintenance. 9 euros per hour, monthly maintenance from 120 euros. References available. RICARDO 637 160 129 (225669) TREE SURGEONS. No tree too tall, removal of dead palm trees and limbs, eco gardening, mulch and manure, fertilizer, palm pruning.

686 948 552 / 631 181 971. Facebook: Andres Jardinero Malaga (230359) GARDENER, Jose 683 342 104 (234305)

GATES

FOR SALE

FRIENDSHIP MAN 56, friendship with English speaking woman of similar age, like minded, sincere, good person. 619 805 714 (234325)

FURNITURE FURNITURE OF THE WORLD. Shop specialising in unique furniture & antiques. Coin (opposite Mercadona). 952 450 156 / 690 882 898 (222071) WANTED good quality second hand furniture. Call Tony 633 921 239 or tony.bell1@tesco.net (234309)

HOT TUBS SPAS HEALTH & BEAUTY SAYAN MASSAGE. Your best traditional & tantric massage for ladies and gentlemen. 952 586 339 608 977 260 www.masajes sayan.es (225679) SKIN Specialist. NHS registered.

Treats all kinds of skin problems.

Consultation 70 euros. Dr Eva, Fuengirola/Marbella. 664 747 267 / www.dermadelsol.com (228514) ZAKS Hair, Nail & Beauty Studio, Urb. Playamarina / www.zaks.com.es. Tel 952 666 436 / 609 508 809 (234512) SHIATSU Treatments. All types of pain relief. 605 364 496 (223715)

BEAUTY TREATMENTS BOTOX AND FILLERS - From €95. Covers the Costa del Sol and inland. 609 347 086. www.beauti fymemarbella.com (229705)

www.chiropodistcostadelsol.com (223110)

ELECTRIC GATE/GARAGE DOOR automation repaired. Free, no obligation quotation. Call Colin - 636 394 641 (229069)

DENTISTS

EXPRESS Metalwork Services.

Gates, grilles, rails and scissor gates. 952 590 748, 617 065 636. www.express-steel.com Facebook Express Metalwork (234423)

NHS registered dentist in Fuengirola. Specialising in Zircon crowns, bridges etc. Free check up! www.nhclinicas.com 689 887 019 (225656)

REJAS, railings, gates, scissor rejas supplied and fitted, repairs, call Danny 633 211 088 (234298)

MASSAGE

ALMOST ANYTHING, Tiling plumbing & painting. Based in Elviria. Speak to Gareth. 690 841 188 (224338) SERVICES ABROAD: Buying/selling cars, apartments, boats, furniture including renovations. 634 362 043 (234726)

GLASS CURTAINS GLASS CURTAIN repairs, specialist in replacement of discoloured plastic strips that act as a seal between the glass panels. Call Julian 655 825 931 (229072)

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HOME CLEARANCES

CASH paid for your unwanted house or garage items. Please call 600 041 434 (225602)

CHIROPODISTS

GENERAL SERVICES

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WANTED all furniture and quality household items. Cash paid, same day collection. Best prices, please call 693 028 325 (229862)

FUENGIROLA, Myofascial Release. J. Shaegen, Specialised in treating neck, back & extremity disorders, 30 years in Practice.

652 291 224 www.bodywork.es (229729)

MAN with small van for all your needs, English/Spanish speaking translations, waiting in offices for you etc, based in Marbella (all the coast) 678 817 145 (224391)

EWN

FURNITURE wanted, same day collection, cash waiting, reliable service. 678 808 837 (229862)

CHIROPRACTORS

FLOORING JUST FLOORS. Ceramics, wood/laminate, decking, patios & more. Supply & fit or fitting only service. 663 131 593 (224342)

HAIRDRESSERS

PROFESSIONAL garden services from Fuengirola to Estepona. All aspects of gardening and full maintenance and landscaping, free quotes, competitive prices. Contact Andrew 600 259 981 An drew@garden-professionals. com (228697)

MARBLE FLOOR polishing, stone repairs, terracotta terraces, chemically cleaned and sealed. High quality, fast and efficient service, free quotations and appraisals.

Call 672 531 662 (230341)

ENERGY CERTIFICATES

FURNISHED flat with Wifi for short term lets. Midlands area, overlooking canal system. 647 173 469 (234315)

PRIVATE Detective, free preliminary meeting, full confidentiality.

English spoken 632 515 570

INCREASE YOUR INCOME We can show you how to get over 50% profit on your money by joining our Financial Group or starting your own Investment Club. Next Costa del Sol meetings are in early Feb. For FREE help and more information email: ferrari.fnl@hot mail.com or tel: 696 322 056 (234376)

JIB Graded Electrician. Home-intelligence, network-engineering etc. Loves a challenge! 602 494 347 (229025)

ENGLISH LETS

DETECTIVES

FINANCIAL CLUB

15 - 21 January 2015 / Costa del Sol

MALE TO MALE PROFESSIONAL MASSAGE. Therapeutic and relaxing. Private studio. Cabopino. 620 986 080 (228610) SPECIAL FEMALE massages for discerning ladies by qualified female masseuse. Cosy private apartment in Nueva Andalucia for your relaxing therapeutic massage. 656 350 401 (234375) PROFESSIONAL SPORTS MASSAGE, 14 years experience. 1 hour €40, 1.5 hours €55, Elviria. Wendy 952 852 330 or 634 310 821. Mobile service +€10 (229641)

SPIRITUAL HEALER HANDS ON Healer. Don’t suffer with pain, call Susan on 640 558 148 (234305)

HOLIDAY LETS FREE LISTINGS for Holiday Rental Villas www.holidayfootprints.com (221428)

HOT TUBS, new, used, bought, sold, hired. Also move & repairs. 691 973 131 / 952 793 398

INSURANCE

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E W N 15 - 21 January 2015 / Costa del Sol INTERPRETER INTERPRETER & TRANSLATOR. French, Spanish & English. 632 515 570 (229194)

LOANS HOLA CREDITO. Instant short term loans against your valuables. Quick, easy and always discreet. Tel 900 123 457 www.holacredito.com LOANS AVAILABLE on all types of paintings, jewellery, watches, silver etc. Any condition. Immediate cash settlement. For more information call into Anthony’s Antiques & Jewellers shops extensive premises at C/Ramon y Cajal 40, Fuengirola. Mobile 609 529 633.

Tel: 952 588 795 (SE) (201522)

24/7 LOCKSMITH 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 a month. Tel: 956 795 453 Abbeygate Insurance (68259)

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 (224882)

MAINTENANCE SERVICES

ABBEYGATE INSURANCE Car insurance exclusive for expatriates, save up to 50%. Find out about our price pledge on UK plated cars. Home insurance from €50. Tel: 952 893 380 (68259) EU INSURANCE DIRECT Extra Special Offers. Up to €50 cash back for car and home insurance (conditions apply) for new customers. For all your Insurance Needs and the Best Price and Best Cover in English, call Wendy on 952 830 843 / 676 098 464 email info@euinsurancedirect.com www.euinsurancedirect.com (231459)

INTERNET GET YOUR business noticed online! Make sure that expats in Spain can find your product, service, restaurant, bar or shop.

Contact Spain’s newest and brightest online directory TODAY. Call 952 561 245 or email serena@euroweeklynews.com for more details.

INSURANCE

WANT TO RELOCATE? We can transport your home and install on to a 12 month park from £4,995.

Annual site fees from €3,000 Freephone: 0044 1782 90 80 70 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 WILLERBY COTTAGE 28x10 sited in ‘La Serrana Hills’ of Pizarra, site open all year round, swimming pool, only £13,495. Want to view? Freephone: 0044 1782 90 80 70 (85143)

24/7 MOBILITY MOBILITY scooters, electric wheelchairs, wheelchairs, walking frames, etc, for sale and rent. Large selection of quality used scooters at competitive prices. In stock we have around forty scooters to choose from including Pride XL8, Rascal 388, Shoprider Sovereign, Pride go go, Rascal veo X, Neo 4 and 8, Sterling pearl, Rascal Taxi, Sterling Diamond, Shoprider electric wheelchair breaks up for boot, Rascal 330 electric wheelchair as new condition at considerable saving, Rascal turnabout electric wheelchair plus many more all with guarantee. New and used wheelchairs for sale at competitive prices. Large scooters from 1,000 euros.

Medium scooters from 600 euros and small boot scooters from 400 euros. Rentals from 55 euros weekly. New mobility scooter batteries supplied and fitted. Mobility scooters bought for cash. This month’s special offer Rio 4 new batteries 595 euros. Email info@mo bilityscootersdirectspain.com/ www.mobilityscootersdirect spain.com. Tel 609 581 139

MOBILITY MISCELLANEOUS WOODY´S LOS BOLICHES. Greeting Cards, mail to and from the UK. Worldwide courier and Passport renewals. All adverts taken forthe Euro Weekly News- display or classified. Open 9.002.00PM (Monday to Friday).

Special hours apply August and Xmas. One street behind the Confortel, just off Plaza San Rafael, Los Boliches, on C/Poeta Salvador Rueda 93. Tel: 952 471 877

MOBILE HOMES WE BUY, Sell, Store, 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 (228718)

MOBILITY SCOOTERS THE MOBILITY WIZARD. The only company in southern Spain that specialises in repairing and maintaining mobility scooters, power chairs and mobility products. Authorised repair agents for most European manufacturers. Most repairs carried out at your place of residence, batteries analysed and replaced if needed, tyres supplied and fitted. Has your mobility scooter been serviced lately? Full service and inspection at your home for just €60. Large selection of mobility scooters available for sale and rent, no deposit required and free delivery. We also offer roadside assistance, we will come to your rescue if you’re unfortunate enough to have a breakdown or puncture, keep this number handy! Tel 633 127 901 / www.mobility-spain.com /info@mobility-spain.com

MOSQUITO SCREENS ACE OF SHADES - Don’t let the bugs get you! Available in enrollable, slider and pleated.

Large choice of colours including wood effect. Tel: 951 273 254 / 671 732 204 / info@aceofshades.es (101730)

www.euroweeklynews.com MOSQUITO Screens for windows, doors and a high quality sliding patio door screen. All finishes available. Quick service. All areas covered. Call Julian 655 825 931

MOTORING

WANTED SPANISH PLATED CARS

INSTANT CASH SAMANTHA – GORDON

952 83 21 73 608 658 785 www.robertsoncars-spain.com

2007 RENAULT Traffic, 8 seater minibus, top of range with every extra, metallic black, alloys, side steps, must be seen 9,995€ 672 550 337 www.costacarsspain.com 2002 LANDROVER Freelander 2.5, petrol, auto, new ITV, new tyres, 5 door, top of range, with leather, alloys etc, 4,995€ 672 550 037 www.costacarsspain.com 2008 VW Caddy 4 Life, metallic blue, lots of extras, high mileage, 1 owner with full service history, 5,995€ 672 550 037 www.costacarsspain.com RIGHT Hand Drive on Spanish plates, Facelift model, Mercedes E280, elegance, diesel, in silver, in excellent condition throughout, fully loaded, auto, 8,995€ 672 550 037 www.costacarsspain.com 2005 MERCEDES ML270 diesel, English rhd, taxed & MOT, excellent condition throughout, top model, 4,995€. 672 550 037 www.costacarsspain.com

CAR SERVICES MECHANIC workshop & mobile.

All work undertaken. ITVs done.

Reasonable rates. Prompt, reliable services 24/7. 620 020 232, 951 165 090 (230370) 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@yahoo.com. www.transmatic.es (231435) BRITISH MECHANIC WORKSHOP. Repair, service & ITV to all makes of cars, vans and 4 x 4s. Call Steve 951 914 025 or 605 407 369. Poligono Las Perales, Mijas Costa. britme chanicspain@gmail.com

FOR SALE AUTOMATIC BMW 330i… 2001 model, genuine 65,000kms with service history, PAS, ABS, TSR, Spanish reg, but one careful expat owner, only used as holiday car and always garaged, has kept this BMW in spotless condition, silver with alloy wheels, grey cloth interior, you will not see another in this outstanding condition. All for only 5,995 euros. Samantha or Gordon Robertson (The Car Couple) Tel. 952 832 173 / 608 658 785 see photo at www.robertsoncarsspain.com (234732) THINKING of buying a new car in the New Year??? Do not trade in your car, get the best price for it, call us. If you are an expat with a good quality, genuine mileage car, we will pay you more for it in cash than you will be offered at dealerships against any new car.

Find out the real deal, ring Gordon or Samantha Robertson 952 832 173 or 608 658 785 or email us therobertsonclan@gmail.com 2006 BMW X3, 2ltr diesel, lhd Spanish plates, 120,000 miles with service history, sport model, black with black, only 8,995€ 672 550 037 www.costacarsspain.com

LEXUS LS400, 1992, Spanish plates, LHD, total luxury, in excellent condition throughout, with every extra, 2,495€.

672 550 037 www.costacarss pain.com (222389) CITROEN Berlingo van, white, 2008, 124,000kms, very clean, perfect mechanics, unmarked body work, 3,995€ 672 550 037 www.costacarss pain.com (222389) NISSAN 350 ZX, 6 speed, silver with black leather, only 18.000klms from with doc. history, one owner from new, pristine condition. 12,995€ 672 550 037 www.costacarsspain.com (222389) AUDI A4 Cabrio 2006, 4 speed, climate control, red with black, only 120,000kms, very nice car, 6,995€. 672 550 037 www.costacarsspain.com BILL BRADY CARS has been established on the Costa del Sol since 1986, in which time he has helped thousands of expatriates to buy or sell their quality used Spanish cars and also keeping all the documentation simple so you understand all that is going on (which is important). You can contact Bill direct on 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 or billbradycars.com JANUARY SALE PRICE CONVERTIBLE MG FT 1.6 Inj 2005 sunburst red black soft top black, special wheels, have great fun, WAS 4,995€, NOW 4,500€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbradycars.com JANUARY SALE PRICE SEAT Ibiza 1.4 Inj, 5 door, 2010, bought from Seat Fuengirola, low klm. Great Costa car with air conditioning and easy to park. Look at this low price, WAS 6,995€, NOW 6,695€.

952 838 842 / 608 950 221 bill bradycars.com (222367) VAN VW Transporter 2.0 diesel (3 seater), 2011, tax paid and privately registered, only 37,000 klm (22,000 mls) and in excellent condition, side loading door, panel lined inside, this must be the best buy on the costa, only 12,995€.

952 838 842 / 608 950 221 bill bradycars.com (224391)

CLASSIFIEDS JANUARY SALE PRICE AUTOMATIC/diesel Opel Signum 2.2 Dti 5 door 2004. One private owner, full service history, metallic silver/tan leather, this car is immaculate.

Elec/seats, parking sensors, front and back, fridge, climate control, and loads more, WAS 4,995€, NOW 4,500€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbradycars.com (224391) 4x4 AUTOMATIC Hyundai Tucson 2.7, 2005, one private owner, bought and full service history from Hyundai, only 120,000klm (75,000mls), alloy wheels/cruise control/privy glass/climate control/sun-roof/full electric pack.

Metallic graphite matching leather, yes the price is correct at only 5,995€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbradycars.com (224391) JANUARY SALE PRICE Fiat Punto Evo. 1.4 Emotion 2010, one private owner, only 33,000klm (20,000mls), service history, lots of extras (too many to list), nearly half the new price, WAS 7,995€, NOW 7,500€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbradycars.com (224391) JANUARY SALE PRICE AUTOMATIC Mini Cooper (special edition), 2007/8 full panoramic roof, only 34,000klm (22,000mls), British racing green/tan half leather trim, new ITV (MOT) and service, very scarce car WAS 9,995€, NOW 9,500€. 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbradycars.com (224391) BARGAIN: VW Beetle 1.6, one owner from new, full service history. Great condition, automatic with a/c and heated seats. 111,000km, 6,950 euros ONO. 609 628 001 BARGAIN: Mondeo Titanium X 2.0 TDCI diesel, black, December 2007, one owner, full service history. 68,000 km, excellent condition with extras incl built in Sat Nav, 10,950 euros ONO 609 628 001 (223668) DRIVE back to UK in my automatic Opel Omega Estate 1997. UK reg, lhd, great load carrier, 2 litre, MOT till November and tax, only want €400 or nearest offer. Phone 952 599 391 or 634 325 084 FIAT Panda 5 door, all extras, 2007, 120ks, ITV etc, immaculate, 2950 euros. Tel 634 029 878 RENAULT Scenic 2ltr auto, top range, 125ks, ITV etc, 4,250 euros. Tel 634 029 878 (231469) ROVER 75, 2003, 39,000 miles, very good condition, but does need new cylinder head gasket.

Bargain €1,250. 952 599 155 (234312)

INSURANCE ABBEYGATE INSURANCE. No automatic annual increase on our Motor Insurance, renewal policies.

Call 952 893 380 (68259) WE ARE currently the market leader in our country in the sale of direct car, motorbike, home and company fleet insurance. Since we started out in 1995, our philosophy has always been to offer an excellent service with the best prices in the market. For the most competitive quotes in English, call Linea Directa on 902 123 309.

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PETS

MECHANIC workshop & mobile.

All work undertaken. ITVs done.

Reasonable rates. Prompt, reliable services 24/7. 620 020 232, 951 165 090 (230370) MOBILE MECHANIC will come to your home or work. Servicing, repairs, ITVs & diagnostics. Call Mick on 617 553 072 (230677) BRITISH MECHANIC WORKSHOP. Repair, service & ITV to all makes of cars, vans and 4 x 4s.

Call Steve 951 914 025 or 605 407 369. Poligono Las Perales, Mijas Costa. britmechanicspain@gmail .com (217674)

WANTED I BUY ANY CAR. 602 533 508 mikewallsp@gmail.com (230329) CARS AND VANS, ANY REGISTRATION, INSTANT CASH, FINANCE/EMBARGO UK OR SPANISH 693 028 325 (229862) WANTED. CARS & JEEPS & camper vans for cash. All makes, LHD, any condition. 693 357 000 CARS, VANS UK OR SPANISH BOUGHT FOR CASH. FREE COLLECTION IN SPAIN AND UK. PLEASE CALL 678 808 837 OR 952 669 701 (229862)

HUSBAND & WIFE TEAM. Painting/Interior design. Free estimates. Graham - 607 923 486 (229042) SUPERIOR decoration services. Interiors & exteriors, paper hanging, detailed work & paint finishes. Discounted wall coverings. Quality workmanship at highly competitive prices. Free quotations, check us out on www.timhammond.webs .com 952 455 551 / 695 875 118.

Email: hammondluc1@yahoo .co.uk (229836)

PERGOLAS & DECKING PERGOLAS, Decking and Thatched Gazebos. Best quality and prices. Installations.

For free quotation call 686 322 328 (224383)

PEST CONTROL

CAR, VANS BOUGHT WITH OR WITHOUT PAPERS. CASH WAITING 678 808 837 (229862) CARS WANTED for cash. Please call Alan on 665 145 856 (234373) WANTED CARS AND VANS, FREE COLLECTION, SAME DAY 693 028 325 (229862) CDS CARS established 12 years on the coast, we will buy your car stress free, with an instant cash decision, all paperwork taken care of with our on site gestoria, 30 cars in stock 672 550 037 / www.costacarsspain.com (222389)

MUSIC DAVE C CLARKE, guitarist, vocalist, pianist, ex-Cunard. Specialising in popular Spanish guitar. Available solo or combo. Parties/weddings/class restaurants, dinner dances.

Huge repertoire. Details 687 627 434 (225501)

NAUTICAL PUERTO BANUS, 8m mooring for rental. 630 614 252 (228645)

PAINTERS/DECORATOR “SIMPLY THE BEST” on the coast.

Forget the rest, have the job done right. Call Sam. 18 years Mijas.

952 666 025 / 629 546 128.

You’re worth it. (215594)

MOTORING

COCKROACHES, Wasps, Ants, Rats, Termites, Fleas, Bedbugs, Palm weevil, All Pest Problems.

Call LOCAL PEST-PLAGUICOSTA, the British Company you can trust.

Registered with Malaga Sanitary Department. Tel 952 449 591 or 684 217 181. Best price Guarantee, open 24/7 (230363) T1 COCKROACHES, ANTS, insects, fleas, mice, rats, wasps, termite specialists. Fumigations, bars, restaurants, houses, etc. Sanitary department officially registered certificates. Guarantee. 23 years serving the coast. Only legal English owned pest control company on the coast. If you want the best then phone N.P.S. Nigel 606 008 940 (223163)

YOUNG DOMESTICATED cats rescued from the killing station need kind homes. Fully vaccinated and neutered, free of charge. We will also deliver to England for a donation to the charity. Please give one of these beautiful cats a home so we can save more from death. Can be seen without obligation at Cat and Dog World Kennels. Tel. 630 197 435 (93398)

CHARITIES ADANA THE ANIMAL SHELTER IN ESTEPONA. We always need volunteers to walk and socialise with our dogs and help with cleaning. We also need good homes for our animals that you can see on www.adana.es. Kennels open every day 10-1.30, Camino de Casares, near Parque de los Pedregales, Estepona. (5 minutes from the Poligono) For more information call Marjorie 952 79 74 05 or 636 934 146 (93319)

15 - 21 January 2015 / Costa del Sol phone Sandy on 952 385 923 or 666 814 056 if you would like to make a donation or help in any way. (93317) ARCH - THE ANDALUCIAN RESCUE CENTRE FOR HORSES WELCOMES VISITORS AND VOLUNTEERS TO THEIR STABLES ON SATURDAYS FROM 10 - 12 OR BY APPOINTMENT. COME AND HELP OUT, OR SPONSOR OR ADOPT ONE OF OUR HORSES, DONKEYS OR MULES. WE ALWAYS NEED HELP WITH FUND RAISING TO LOOK AFTER THE ABANDONED AND ABUSED ANIMALS. OUR AIM IS TO RESCUE, REHABILITATE AND REHOME. WE ARE A SMALL FRIENDLY TEAM - WHY NOT JOIN US. FIND US IN ALHAURIN EL GRANDE, BEHIND THE VENTA MIRALMONTE ON THE ROAD FROM ALHAURIN TO COIN, (A404), URB.VIÑA BORREGO, FOLLOW THE YELLOW SIGNS. CHARITY REGISTERED WITH THE JUNTA DE ANDALUCIA NO 8448. WWW.HORSERESCUES PAIN.ORG INFO@HORSERES CUESPAIN.ORG ARCHRES CUE@YAHOO.CO.UK TEL:635798219 OR 656935613 OR 620175828. NEW: ARCH CHARITY SHOP NOW OPEN IN ALHAURIN, NEXT TO MONEY CHANGE SHOP, AVENIDA GERALD BRENAN (93322)

EURODOG BOARDING KENNELS & CATTERY. Under new ownership by animal loving family. Large kennels and exercise yards, fully licensed and sanitary approved.

Safe, secure and caring environment. Inspections welcome anyt ime. 5 minutes from Fuengirola 679 786 669 / 952 464 947 / www.eurodog.es (224322)

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PLUMBER for all your plumbing.

Water heaters, bathrooms, tiling.

Benalmadena based, travel no problem. Construction work. Glen 669 073 773 (226387) PLUMBER: All aspects, gas/electric boilers. Kitchens, bathrooms, repairs & installations.

Gary 669 615 334 / 952 576 296 (215706) CITY AND GUILDS, QUALIFIED PLUMBER. All areas covered. Adrian 677 063 272 (230261) 30 YEARS ON THE COAST. I cover all aspects of plumbing & general maintenance. Graham 607 923 486 (229042) PLUMBING. Leak detection & blocked drains. Tel 952 568 414 / 661 910 772 / drainspain.com (224404)

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PRO VENT. Kitchens, Bedrooms, Bathrooms, Windows, Glass Curtains creatively designed and expertly fitted. Visit our showroom in La Cala or call 639 727 188 for a free quotation. From inspiration to installation www.joebayley.com (226432)

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ACE CHARITY at El Refugio Kennels always needs volunteers to help with dog walking. It’s good exercise, a couple of hours any morning of the week. Foster and permanent homes also needed for our many inmates! Vivien 639 991 079 (93320) SEPE the horse and donkey charity is open to the public week-ends from 10.00 to 5.00. Volunteers are much needed in all departments and are welcome at anytime. For our riding for the disabled classes, we are also in need of extra helpers. We are nationally registered by the Spanish Ministry of the Interior (164640) but only with your support can we give the equine a voice. If you can just commit to 2 or 3 euros a month it will really help make a difference.

You can find us at Lauro Golf Equestrian Centre, Alqueria, Alhaurin de la Torre. Tel. 608 258 950 info@sepeonline.net www.sepeonline.net (93321) At SOS Animal Refuge we have dogs, young and old looking for homes. Some of our dogs have been with us for some time and would love to find a cosy spot to curl up in and a knee on which to rest their heads. If you have room in your heart and home we would love to hear from you. We do not put our dogs to sleep - no matter how old, they are safe with us. For day to day needs and to pay for veterinary care, we much appreciate the support we receive. We desperately need items to sell on our market stall to help raise funds and are happy to come and collect. So if you are having a clearout, please contact us on 605 227 155. If you would like to know more about re-homing, please call 653 257 875. Visit our website www.sos-animals.org or please

LAGUNA KENNELS AND CATTERY. Your pets lovingly cared for by English mother and daughter.

Near Coin. lagunakennels@hot mail.com. Tel 952 112 021 / 606 838 983 (231451)

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-couri ers.com or www.pet-couriers.com (231443)

STEFANIE’S KENNELS AND CATTERY, Estepona. Fully licensed, Junta approved, est. 1986. Viewing welcomed 952 790 943 www.stefanieskennels.com (219547)

ACCOMPANY your pets to their new home. Fully licensed pet transport service. Denise www.petchauffeur.eu 952 197 187 / 696 233 848 info@petchauf feur.eu (230658)

CAT AND DOG WORLD KENNELS AND CATTERY, superb licensed facilities, viewing welcome. Tel: 952 112 978 / 630 197 435. www.cat-and-dog-world.com (223161)

PET TRANSPORTATION by road.

Fully DEFRA/OCA/TRACES compliant. Complete service by professional licensed kennels. 630 197 435 www.cat-and-dog-world.com (226428)

PETCARE PET HOTEL. Alhaurin el Grande. Holiday accommodation for dogs and cats. Heated/Air conditioned kennels available. Tel: 952 112 284 / 685 400 216 www.petcarespain.com. Find us on Facebook at Petcare Spain (220208)

THE DOG MOVER. Licensed transporters. Two handlers, so never alone. 680 781 699 / 0044 (0) 7875 947230. www.thedogmover.com (220443)

STEFANIE’S KENNELS AND CATTERY, Estepona. Fully licensed, Junta approved, est. 1986. Viewing welcomed 952 790 943 www.stefanieskennels.com (231446)

PLUMBER: Water heaters repaired, replaced same day.

Full bathroom and kitchen reforms, previous work can be seen. References available.

Mark Allan - 608 454 778 / 952 937 244 (215702)

www.poshpetsspain.com - Boutique Dog & Cat Hotel and much more … Facebook page: POSH PETS SPAIN. Tel: 952 597 035 (224385)

PLUMBING

PLOT FOR SALE - Los Flamingos, magnificent sea views 1414 m2. 629 907 476 (220346) WWW.INMOANDALUZ.COM is always looking for realistically priced inland properties to sell to our interested buyers. Tel 952 491 609 / 685 514 835 (220102) EL SOTO DE MARBELLA luxury 3 bedroom duplex penthouse for sale on this superb development with it’s own golf course, gym, sauna, spa and tennis courts plus a very popular on site restaurant. Fantastic views and quality finish. Price only 260,000 Euros. Contact Paul 627 134 866 (229179) STUNNING Four Bedroom Villa with Pool. La Cerquilla. Only 1,495,000 Euros! 951 106 908 (229943) ESTEPONA - SEA AND M O U N T A I N V I E W S 3,000 mts tastefully refurbished house with pool, garage, lawned garden, cctv, solar inc extra house, orchard, stables, paddocks. Two entrances, 10 mins drive beach and city centre. €450,000 ono. 600 986 159 (234319) REDUCED! 2 Bedroom Modern Townhouse. Nueva Andalucia.

ONLY 185,000 Euros! 951 106 908 (229943)

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ALHAURIN de la Torre, Urb. Pinos. Villa 2 floors, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 380m2 built, garage, pool, sauna, barbecue, plot 1,400m2. Fully legal. REDUCED to 395,000 euros. 678 371 313 (234301) BENATALAYA! Two Bedroom. Middle floor, West Facing. Only 249,000 Euros! 951 106 908 WWW.INMOANDALUZ.COM. Bargain inland properties for all budgets, fincas, village homes, apartments and villas.

Legal building plots. 952 491 609 / 685 514 835 (220102) LOS BOLICHES studio. 100 metres from beach. Fully fitted, new wall beds, pool/parking. €110,000. 655 774 112. English/Spanish. No agents (234291) MIJAS: Perfect location only 4km from Fuengirola. Direct from the owner. A beautiful villa on 2 levels. Can accommodate two families. Building 528m2. Spacious Living/Dining room, marble floors, A/C, 2 large terraces, internet, fantastic sea and mountain views. Beautiful garden, double garage, with long driveway and dual access. Private pool in 4,500m2 of fenced land. Reduced 925,000 euros to 650,000 euros. Must be seen. Photos available, please phone 659 433 337 (223746)

PROPERTY TO LET RENTAL PROPERTIES. Available NOW. Marbella to Estepona. 615 405 587 EL ROSARIO (MARBELLA).

Beautiful detached villa, 2 double bedrooms, 120m2 build, air con, garden, parking. €950/month.

Long & short lets 661 626 281

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FABULOUS 3 bedroom apartment.

Very close to Mijas pueblo. Prestige urbanisation. Offered part-furnished €850/month. Underground parking, garage & trastero included. 674 831 674 (234318)

NATIONAL / INTERNATIONAL

BENALMADENA - Large studio near marina/Lidl. Fully furnished, pool & gardens. 677 817 867

EUROPA SPECIALIST. Combitrans Movers. 952 775 300 www.combi trans.es (230336)

APARTMENT to rent in Marbella.

Lovely ground floor apartment by Puerto Banus. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, very large reception, eat in kitchen. Own street entrance. €550 per month. 674 795 670 (234310)

USA SPECIALIST Combitrans Movers. 952 775 300 www.combi trans.es (230336)

REMOVALS/STORAGE

STORAGE SPECIALIST. Combitrans Movers. 952 775 300 www.combitrans.es (230336) LOCAL and INTERNATIONAL SPECIALIST. Combitrans Movers. 952 775 300 www.combitrans.es (230336)

TWO BEDROOM/two bathroom apartments for rent near Estepona Port. 500 euros per month. Tel: 607 681 232 Website : www.jhspain.net FOUR bed townhouse, fully furnished. 15 mins from Fuengirola station. Pueblo La Campana, Mijas. 600 euros monthly + deposit.

0044 7949 589539 / londonan gels@hotmail.com (226977) STORAGE available in Coin (La Trocha). From €0.70 per cubic metre per week + IVA. New secure/watertight shipping containers, drive right up to your unit. Contact tel 603 243 654 / www.hoskinstorage. co.uk (230500)

PROPERTY WANTED

RENTAL PROPERTIES URGENTLY REQUIRED. CLIENTS WAITING. 615 405 587 www.costa1salesandrentals.c om 620 753 865 - ESPAÑOL (234317) WORKING lady with references available looking for shared house with older person or lady. In exchange for company and help around the house. I speak some English.

631 654 285 (234320)

PUMPS/WELLS WATERWELLS. Waterwell drilling, well pumps, irrigation, pump tests, pressure pumps. Waterwells.org /Sondein SL. Established on the coast since 1995. Web page www.wellsinspain.com. Enquiries info@wellsinspain.com 629 978 801 / fax 952 793 250 (229080) www.euroweeklynews.com

PROFESSIONAL LOCAL REMOVALS AT AFFORDABLE RATES. 1/2 DAY FROM €90.

FULL DAY FROM €175. WE ALSO PROVIDE A FORTNIGHTLY DOOR TO DOOR SERVICE TO UK AND EUROPE (INCL SCOTLAND). WORLDWIDE SHIPPING TO USA, AUSTRALIA, ETC AND FULL STORAGE FACILITIES. TEL (0034) 952 578 507 OR (0034) 637 892 278 / EMAIL garymoveit@yahoo. co.uk (226396) CAR TRANSPORTER, call for excellent rates. Fully insured, professional service. 951 319 320 / email move@freinternational.com / www.car-transport-spain.com (215605) JDS EURO TRANSPORT. Email: jdstransport@outlook.com / 0034 637 066 114 / 0044 7884 908929 (224382) HIGH top van going from Spain to UK and return. Good rates. Reliable service. Call Graham 620 353 594 for details. vgcasacolor@ gmail.com (228531)

15 CUBIC metre van returning to the UK 23rd January. Space available each way. Tel. 639 928 090 (231470) MOVING BACK TO UK? Removal vehicle departing weekly throughout the year. Excellent, professional service & great rates. Ring (0034) 665 089 244 or (0044) 01922 682 667 & see www.elite-european.com (93139)

CLASSIFIEDS LARGE Luton Van and Man. 20€ per hour. Kevin 628 993 995 (234439) THE VAN MAN. Cheap and cheerful. €20 per hour. 677 251 025 (230382) MAN & VAN. 100% reliable. 637 066 114 / 695 060 154 (224382) MAN & VAN 25€ ph. All areas 620 005 360 (228720)

INTERNATIONAL and European Removals. Expert removals worldwide. www.uni versalremovals.com Tel: 951 247 834 (229718)

STORAGE

UK - SPAIN - Anywhere Europe! Masses of experience.

New clean vehicles. Insured with Royal Sun Alliance. Genuinely CARING service. FULL and / Part moves. ONLINE QUOTES!! www.bmceuro pean.com Tel: UK 08456 443 784 / ES 634 344 787 FIND US ON FACEBOOK! (207584)

REMOVAL BOXES Large, med, wardrobe, bubble wrap, tape, collect or delivered. Local and international removals also undertaken. 952 239 110 / 632 702 306 (44093)

MOVING MATTERS SL – removals and storage. Local or to and from the UK/Ireland/Portugal and across Europe. Over 16 years experience. For free quotation Tel 951 311 118. www.movingmat ters.eu (234590)

EXCELLENT storage rates available short and long term, call 952 816 582 or email move@freinter national.com (224878)

MAN AND VAN VAN AND MAN. Removals, clearances. Experienced and 100% reliable. €20 per hr. Paul 622 793 989 (220139) MANVAN REMOVALS €20 / hour, 3 vans available. House clearances. Storage from €10 / week. Tel David 696 810 618 (208088) 2 MEN, Van €30 hour. Always on time 651 081 610 (225616)

STORAGE in the Marbella area, long and short term, excellent rates 952 816 582 move@freinter national.com (201301)

FIRST MONTH €1. Packing materials. Self storage Marbella. 952 811 311 (229188)

ROLLER SHUTTERS ROLLER shutter repairs, 7 days a week, conversion from manual to motorised, new installations. All areas covered. Coast and inland.

655 825 931 (231472) ACE OF SHADES - PERSIANA (security shutter) electric and manual, various colours available including wood effect, we also offer a repair service.

Make your home more secure!

Tel: 951 273 254 / 671 732 204 / info@aceofshades.es (101730)

SECURITY WIRELESS, Neat, Photo, Video, 24hr security links. klloyd7@gmail.com / 661 219 469 (229954)

SERVICES

CARPENTRY CARPENTER cabinet maker, Irish.

Property maintenance, plumbing, painting, electrical, kitchens. Bathrooms renovated etc. 30 years experience. Very reliable. 677 087 575 (224853)

FURNITURE FRENCH POLISHING REPAIRS, restoration etc. restore your valuable furniture to its former glory. Tel 647 579 519 / 952 119 190 (224373) www.euroweeklynews.com

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CLASSIFIEDS 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 (231451) THE WINDOW CLEANERS. 691 140 427 (229138)

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 judein spain@hotmail.com (231463)

SIGNS & DESIGNS CHANGE THE COLOUR OF YOUR CAR WITH A VEHICLE WRAP! Plus all types of Signage & Embroidered Workwear www.signstudio spain.com 952 796 299 / 639 133 135 (218606) SHOP signs, vehicle signs, banners, window signs, 952 930 547, 603 464 582, www.signdsign1. com (229351)

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TAX AFFAIRS

TUITION MATHS TUITION. Maths graduate, 6 years international school experience. €35/hour + €10 to travel. sjrobert@tcd.ie (221428)

FOR IMMEDIATE start.

Wanted English speaking girl 18-30, for Fuengirola’s most popular Adult Relax apartment. For hours and information, see Fuengirola Port main advert in Adult Relax Section. Phone 663 645 432 (230263)

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ENGLISH speaking telesales, for pension office in Riviera del Sol. Basic + commissions, further information call 663 320 695 (234323)

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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!

DIGI BOXES, SKY+HD, unbeatable prices. Tel 653 061 472 (230648)

THERAPISTS LIFE COACHING, stress, depression, other problems. 24 years experience. Contact 634 369 414 (206835)

SOFT FURNISHINGS CURTAINS, blinds, cushions and much more. Free estimates and home visits. Tel 657 369 343 or rosannacarmella@hotmail.com (201533)

ANXIETY - Depression - Panic Attacks, Frank Stahl - psychologist.

More than 30 years of experience.

Proven methods with Therapy and hypnosis. Call for appointment.

609 503 021 www.the dreamwalk.com (230694)

SOLAR LOWEST PRICES IN SPAIN. www.solarmegastore.es (226345)

DEAR THERAPISTS, www.cabopinoholisticcentre.com is offering therapy room ON DONATIONS, also room available for classes/workshops. 650 460 664 (226260)

STORAGE STORAGE - Large warehouses containers. Dry and secure €50 per month. Professional packing and removal service. www.dfeuropeanremovals.co.uk. Tel David 696 810 618 (229074)

TILING POOL MAINTENANCE, repairs, friendly, reliable service. Estepona, Malaga, inland re-grouts, heaters.

678 791 495 / 951 295 699 www.sparklenripple.net (222393) www.perfectpools.es. Maintenance, repairs, professional and reliable service, all areas from €70 per month. info@perfectpools.es.

650 348 785 (226338) WESTARPOOLS. Pool construction, renovation, repairs and heating. 619 246 372 / www.westar pools.com (234324)

CONSTRUCTION / MAINTENANCE AFFORDABLE POOL MAINTENANCE - Professional maintenance from only €80 per month (exc. chemicals) Call Splash Pools on 952 591 053 - open 8am to 4pm (231442)

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TILING AND REFORMATION of kitchens/bathrooms. Free estimates. Graham - 607 923 486 (229042) THE TILE WIZARD. Professional tiling service. Bathrooms, kitchens, terraces, design and install. We do it all. Call 637 382 599 (229932)

TRANSLATIONS OFFICIAL TRANSLATIONS. ALL LANGUAGES. TEL. 654 613 094 sanpedrotranslations@gmail.com (224336) DON’T UNDERSTAND? I can help you communicate with lawyers, courts, doctors, paperwork, builders, etc. Professional translator/interpreter, 15 years experience. Christina 607 501 408 email christina.heger@gmail.com (220322) INTERPRETER, a price you’re happy with. Susan 640 558 148 (234305)

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TV & SATELLITE

UKIPTV – 40 + UK Channels. 20 + Radio Stations. Free 14 day Catchup. Contact Europe’s Leading IPTV Provider to obtain our limited timem offer. Special Offer: STB €129.95. Monthly Cost €14.95.

Prices exclude IVA. www.UKEX PATTV.com / Tel. 951 063 888 Quote SP101 (229075)

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REPAIRS – TV’s, Plasmas, LCD’s, Digi – Boxes, Video, Hi-Fi and microwaves. Free estimates, can collect. 35 Years experience. John 952 491 723 or 600 706 201 (230697)

www.euroweeklynews.com MARBELLA ANABEL, exotic ebony. Full body massage, natural oral sex. Golden shower, black shower, French kiss. 632 078 364 (234321) SAN PEDRO: Spanish lady, 35, attractive, good body, receives alone, discreet. 689 614 377 (223671)

UPHOLSTERY CARPET & UPHOLSTERY PROFESSIONALLY CLEANED 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE WET OR DRY CLEAN, HONEST,RELIABLE SERVICE. PLEASE CALL 678 808 837 / 952 669 701 (229862)

FEMALE MARBELLA CENTRE - the ideal place for your enjoyment in the city centre, eight young ladies for unforgettable moments. Open 24h and prices from €50. For reservations and information call 620 366 817.

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CARPETS AND SOFAS cleaned.

Reliable, fast service. Family run.

Cleansol 952 930 861 / 607 610 578. 10am - 10pm 7 days, all areas Discount Code: EWN 1 CLEAN (206437)

WINDOWS

RIVIERA DEL SOL. Latin American girl, very likeable and affectionate, always horny and dying to have wild sex with passionate gentlemen with exquisite taste. I have a nice body, soft skin and natural breasts. Outcalls, Visa. 602 690 036 (234697)

GENEVA WINDOWS. Aluminium & PVC Windows. We measure, we make and we fit. 952 665 856 (225545)

WINDOW TINTING MOBILE SERVICE. ITV Legal.

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THE Ford Smart Mobility plan has been launched at the Consumer Electronics Show in a bid to listen to what customers want and help solve the world’s transportation problems.

The idea is to “foster innovation to take it to the next level in connectivity, mobility, autonomous vehicles, the customer experience and big data,” said Ford.

The company also announced 25 mobility experiments around the world this year to test transportation ideas to create better customer experiences, more flexible usership models and social collaboration that can reward customers.

“Even as we showcase connected cars and share our plans for autonomous vehicles, we are here at

BEING SMART: Ford President Mark Fields at the Consumer Electronics Show.

CES with a higher purpose,” said Ford President and CEO Mark Fields, delivering a keynote address at the global consumer electronics and consumer technology tradeshow in Las Vegas.

“We are driving innovation in every part of our business to be both a product and mobility

company - and, ultimately, to change the way the world moves just as our founder Henry Ford did 111 years ago.”

The first steps for Ford Smart Mobility are 25 experiments - nine in Europe and Africa, eight in North America, seven in Asia and one in South America.

Each experiment is

designed to anticipate what customers will want and need in tomorrow’s transportation ecosystem.

“We see a world where vehicles talk to one another, drivers and vehicles communicate with the city infrastructure to relieve congestion and people routinely share vehicles or multiple forms of transportation for their daily commute,” Fields said.

The 25 experiments address four global trends - explosive population growth, an expanding middle class, air quality and public health concerns, and changing customer attitudes and priorities - challenging today’s transportation model and limiting personal mobility, especially in urban areas.

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NEW CORSA: Hopes riding high at Opel.

Good year for Opel as it records 3 per cent growth IN spite of the difficult economic environment, 2014 ended on a high for Opel/Vauxhall with the carmaker recording its best sales figures in recent years.

According to preliminary figures, the company delivered around 1.076 million vehicles in Europe last year. This is equivalent to an increase of 35,000 cars or 3 per cent compared to overall growth in the European market of just 2 per cent.

Opel’s share of the overall European vehicle market was up for the second year running - by 0.1 per cent to 5.74 per cent. Opel achieved its best sales figures and market share since 2011.

“We recorded growth in more than 15 markets.

Our modern range of cars managed to impress especially in the most important European markets,” said Peter Christian Küspert, Vice President Sales & Aftersales Opel Group.

Amongst others, Opel grew in Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Italy and Spain. Opel booked its largest sales volume increases in

Poland (+42 per cent), Ireland (+33 per cent) and Portugal (+28 per cent). The market share grew in more than 12 European countries.

The company is hoping to continue its sales growth this year, and with 85,000 orders for the new Corsa, due for delivery later this month, it has made a good start.

The new entry-level model KARL will follow in the summer and the compact model Astra will arrive at the end of the year.

“We will be able to offer our customers the best small car portfolio of all time with KARL, Corsa and ADAM. And our bestsellers, Corsa and Astra, which make up 50 per cent of our sales will be renewed,” explained Küspert.

Opel’s massive investment in development will see 27 new models and 17 new engines brought to market by 2018 and the company wants to increase its sales figures further in the years to come. The carmaker has targeted a market share of 8 per cent in Europe by 2022.

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Ronaldo scores 3rd title CRISTIANO RONALDO was named World Player of the Year as he picked up his second Ballon d’Or in a row this week, bringing his total to three, just one short of Lionel Messi.

Ronaldo’s teammate James Rodriguez won the Puskas Award for Goal of the Year for his wonder-strike against Uruguay during the 2014 World Cup. Talk of Messi leaving Barcelona has dominated the sports pages recently. He has been linked with both Manchester United and Chelsea, but reports suggest that only Manchester United would be able to afford him.

There is a €250-million buyout fee on his Barcelona contract, and factoring in Messi’s current five-year contract with Barcelona, worth €20.9 million per year, and his salary, any transfer would cost in the region of €350 million.

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Marbella still winning MARBELLA RC’s senior team carried on their winning ways in their first match of 2015.

They travelled to Pueblo Nuevo de Guadiaro on Sunday to play a local derby against Del Estrecho and came away with a bonus point win with the score finishing 11 to 34.

Before the match, players, officials and spectators held a minute’s silence in memory of those whose lives were taken in the terrorist attacks in France.

The first half began well for Marbella with a break and try scored by Ross Hammill. he missed the conversion, and although usually dependable with the boot, today was not to be his kicking day. But he more than made up for that by scoring three trys.

The rest of the first half did not go Marbella’s way and the score at the break was 6-5.

After a tough talking-to at half-time, Marbella came out with all guns blazing in the second half with another quick

PUSHING FORWARD: Ben King from the U18 Andalucia side. try from Ross. The superior fitness of the Marbella players seemed to tell at this point with fast running rugby providing a try from Quique Gonzalez, and the third from Ross, converted

by Javier Rivas.

Having the bonus point for scoring four trys, Marbella then allowed the home side to score after some tough encounters in the visitors’ 22-metre zone. On

came the subs and some fresh lungs, and new winger Juan Carlos Lopez scored two debut trys for the team, the final try was converted by Gianluca Pesaresi.

In the Spanish Regional Championships, the U18 Andalucia age groups got off to a winning start against Castilla and Leon.

The U18 team had 11

Marbella players in the squad; Augusto Nuñez, Javier Garcia de la Peña, Ben Gold, Tomas Padin, Toby Francis (C), Barry Oliva, Oscar Cruz, Henry Parry, Andres Masuyama, Adrian Noriega and Ben King.

The match started slowly for the Andalucia side with a lot of nerves on show, which enabled the Castilla Leon side to go 10-0 up in the first 10 minutes.

However, once the Andalucians had got over the shock and reacted to it they took the game into their own hands and raced in seven trys in total to win 45 to 20.

Next to face will be a strong Madrid side on the weekend of the January 24/25 either in Madrid or Sevilla.

The U16 team came out strongly and raced to a 31-10 score by half time.

However, in the second half things reversed and Castilla and Leon showed their ability to react by scoring 5-12 in the half, but Andalucia still won 36-22.

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(Ties to be played January 24/25/26) A former football player and the world’s most prolific author of football books (more than 100 published), Tony is also the sports reporter for Spectrum Radio and lives in the Cabrera mountains.

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THE ties are as follows: Aston Villa v AFC Bournemouth Birmingham City v West Brom Albion Blackburn Rovers v Swansea City Brighton & HA v Arsenal Cambridge United v Manchester United Cardiff City v Reading Chelsea v Millwall/Bradford City Derby County v Scunthorpe/Chesterfield Doncaster/Bristol City v Everton/West Ham Ipswich/Southampton v Crystal Palace Liverpool v Bolton Wanderers Manchester City v Middlesbrough Preston North End v Sheffield United Rochdale v Stoke City

REPLAY: Scunthorpe or Chesterfield will travel to Derby.

OSCAR: Brazilian plays for Chelsea.

Sunderland v Fulham/Wolves Tottenham/Burnley v Leicester City FACT FILE • Holders Arsenal, who have won the trophy 26 times, will not find it easy at Hove!

• Cambridge were a nonLeague team last season and could have a record gate of 9,000 for the visit of 27-time winners Manchester United.

• Birmingham City and WBA met in the 1931 final when the Baggies won 2-1.

• It’s possible that only seven Premiership teams could be at home and six away.

• The biggest fourth round crowds will be at Anfield and the Etihad Stadium.

• The only allChampionship tie features Cardiff v Reading, while the only League One clash will be between BENAVISTA BOWLS CLUB ended up celebrating a late Preston and Sheffield Christmas, thanks to the rain.

United.

Their original festive event was washed out so • Rochdale have only players had to come back in January to finish the fun reached the fifth round competition. Winners of the event were Audrey, Diane twice, in 1990 and 2003. and Roy, and the booby prize went to Rosie, Brian and • The only Premiership Shirley. Players sent their thanks to Mike Old for side left in the competition organising the day. that hasn’t reached the final is Swansea, who reached the semi-finals in 1926 and 1964.

• Chelsea have appeared in four of last eight finals.

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BETWEEN tomorrow (Friday) and Sunday, the Alhambra del Golf Paddle Tennis Club in Guadalmina Baja will host the first charity tournament in aid of Butterfly Children.

Tickets cost €20 including a teeshirt and a prize-giving ceremony with cocktail and live music. Players can win great prizes like sports gear, exclusive dinners and hotel stays.

To participate contact 645 580 556 – 665 531 979 (Club de Pádel Alhambra del Golf).

Thanks to this tournament, funds will be donated to the Butterfly Children charity to support them in their worthy cause.

DEBRA Spain, founded in 1993, is a non-profit-making organisation formed to provide support and to improve the quality of life of those affected by EB. The charity works hard to provide emotional and medical support to families and carers, as well as social services’ professionals with information and guidance.

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Training on Costa TWO Dutch Second Division football teams have come to Fuengirola to train over the winter break.

Kasoken Boys and VV Capelle, ranking first and third respectively in the Dutch league, are training at the town’s Elola sports complex, local sports councillor Pedro Cuevas has revealed.

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MALAGA Football Club is facing an investigation into ‘intolerant’ chanting at its match against Villareal.

New regulations aimed at hardcore ‘ultra’ groups of fans, singing racist, xenophobic and abusive songs could lead to partial ground closures. Clubs linked to violent fans will also face penalties like relegation and points deduction.

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Malaga under investigation

FOOTBALL FANS: Inquiry into ‘intolerant’ chanting.

the death of a Deportivo de la Coruña fan outside the Atletico Madrid stadium in October after rival groups of hooligans arranged a fight through social networking sites.

The incident shocked Spain and has provoked a crackdown on ‘ultras’ across the country. Now the new-found will to take on hardcore supporters many football clubs in the past courted ultra groups

with semi-official status - is being focused on Malaga and Recreativo after the weekend’s matches.

President of the Professional Football League (LFP) Javier Tebas will set up an inquiry into both clubs.

If the incidents of intolerant chanting are found to be serious enough then a closure of certain sections of the grounds could be ordered.