Euro Weekly News - Costa Blanca North 25 June - 1 July 2015 Issue 1564

ISSUE NO. 1564

25 June - 1 July 2015

COSTA BLANCA NORTH YOUR PAPER, YOUR VOICE, YOUR OPINION

BBC cameras roll THE Travel Show reports on resurgence of local property market

By Jan Gamm THE Costa Blanca is to get a UK TV boost as a BBC documentary is being filmed about the recovery of the property market.

With signs that the market is picking up it is more good news for the local economy and seen by travel and property professionals as a welcome fillip.

Ade Adepitan (inset), presenter of The Travel Show, met up with local estate agents in Denia to film the show, as well as busy British house-hunters including Lynne Dodwell, who was in town looking for her ideal home on the Costa Blanca.

The BBC’s interest is yet another indication that the property industry in the region is at last on the up.

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A happy ending Search for missing toddler ends in success IT is every parent’s nightmare - a three-year-old boy went missing, leading to a police search which family,

friends and neighbours joined in. Fortunately, it was to have a happy ending.

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Fears A&E can’t cope Cuts mean health centres are closing early AS health centres close in the afternoons for the summer, tourist See Page 8-9 numbers could overwhelm casualty departments.

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Summer flights THE commencement of services to five new Spanish destinations out of AlicanteElche International Airport is expected to make up for the drop in domestic flight

figures. The new destinations are Burgos, Leon, Santander, Oviedo and Menorca, bringing the total of domestic passengers to 500,000.

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BBC’s The Travel Show in Denia LOCAL estate agents and house-hunters took part in the show Flickr: Jose A

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Wage cut on agenda for Altea councillors A CUT in councillors’ wages was proposed by Mayor Jaume Llinares in a bid to save €9,000 per year at Altea Council’s first plenary meeting on Tuesday June 23.

Other matters on the agenda included the composition of political groups, the appointment of advisory committees and the schedule for future plenary sessions.

Mystery solved A PLEA for information on Rosemary Anne Helen Lesky was answered by Alan and Margaret from Altea. Sadly, Rosemary passed away in November 2013. Gavin Floyd

said: “Thank you to Alan and Margaret for coming forward.

We are upset that Rosemary has passed but at least we now have closure. And many thanks to Euro Weekly News.”

Statistics show that popular coastal communities of the Costa Blanca, such as Javea, have had a healthy upturn in sales over the last year, with an increase of 11 per cent.

Local estate agent Emma Higginson of Villas-Plots.com remarked: “It is true that sales have increased substantially, with apartments at €75,000 selling regularly and also costlier properties right up to €2.9 million.”

The Travel Show’s presenter Ade Adepitan previously spearheaded all things Olympic/Paralympic for London 2012 and also fronted the Bafta-winning daily coverage of Channel 4’s Paralympic programming alongside Clare Balding.

It is very much a departure from Ade’s usual sporting profile as he turns the spotlight on the challenges the Costa Blanca housing market continues to face along its journey to reawakening. A date for the show’s airing is yet to be set.

BBC presenter Ade Adepitan (centre) throws the spotlight on the Costa Blanca’s property market recovery.

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FEATURED NEWS

Hamming it up at San Juan water festival THE Granada town of Lanjaron celebrates by getting soaked to the skin

Love in Mutxamel THE civil wedding of Robert aged 82 and Judith, 74, both British, took place in Mutxamel on Saturday June 20. The happy couple were accompanied by a translator and a number of friends and family.

Food boxes Donations for needy A NEIGHBOURHOOD association in Elda has donated 300 boxes of food, mostly containing oil, milk and juice to needy people in the area, designated via the Social Welfare Department.

July concert New orchestra A NEW orchestra known as Rondalla de Monóvar has announced that its first concert will be on July 19 at 12pm in the main theatre in Monóvar.

Watery fun End of school year

Go, baby!

Preparing for pram race

WATER FIGHT!: Anybody is considered fair fame in this friendly yet crazy fiesta.

By Steve Walsh THE Lanjaron water and ham festival has just taken place at the home of the famous natural springs of the Alpujarras in Granada. It adds a strange twist to the San Juan fiestas elsewhere in Spain.

Coastal towns typically celebrate San Juan by setting up camp on the beach and indulging in all-night parties and barbeques with music and dancing to accompany the bonfires. But the locals of Lanjaron celebrate June 23 by staging a huge water fight, saturating anyone and everyone who dares to cross their

6.5 million tourists from abroad visited Spain in May, 6.8 per cent more than in the same month of 2014, according to the Ministry of Industry, Energy and Tourism’s Frontur survey.

path. The festivities normally last four or five days. Impromptu water fights take place in the daytime but the main event, the Fiesta del Agua y Jamón, sees battle commence at midnight on June 23, where buckets are filled and water pistols primed, hosepipes directed from balconies and everyone waits for the clock strikes. In the welcoming frenzy of water fight-mania that ensues, anybody is considered fair game in this friendly yet crazy fiesta.

Once everyone has dried off, the party gets going with abundant amounts of beer washing down copious amounts of the area’s famous ham (jamon).

THIS Saturday, Alcobendas in Madrid is hosting Spain’s first Babyton pushchair race. The only requisites for the race, which has various distance options, is that teams must include an infant in a pram or pushchair.

Quote of the Week Pablo Iglesias’s group have a problem if they don’t know that the tragedy in Spain is the 800 people killed by ETA, not the 400 jailed terrorist group members,’ said the PP’s Javier Maroto in response to Iglesias declaring it was a tragedy that jailed ETA members could not be moved closer to their homes.

Shock of Javea’s playground drug shame LOCAL RESIDENTS of Javea have been shocked to learn that two homeless people have been allegedly injecting drugs in broad daylight at a children’s public playground in a popular area of the town.

A homeless couple, a man and a woman accompanied by their two dogs, have been using the children’s playground at Calle Amsterdam, next door to the L’Arenal public college, to sleep rough.

Concerned residents reportedly saw the pair injecting drugs beneath the playground slide early in the morning on Saturday June 20.

The Euro Weekly News visited the playground and wit-

nessed the couple staggering along Calle Niza in a dazed manner. On closer inspection, evidence of drug taking was found - a quantity of discarded aluminium foil and ice lolly sticks with signs of burning.

The park and especially the play area is a popular recreation spot with tourists and local residents. Older children often visit the park without an adult.

Several reports have been made to Javea’s Local Police.

THE Department of Physical Education for IES Valle de Elda celebrated the end of the school year on the water in Campello, sailing, paddle-surfing, rowing and snorkelling.

Farm day Diabetic celebrations THE Diabetic Association in the Elda area has spent a day on the farm l’Avaiol, celebrating its fifth threeday conference.

Homes please Love cuddles APASA’s Kaya and Xintia are medium sized dogs, love cuddles and enjoy walking. Puppy Henrik, eight months old, is good with children and also needs a home: Call Javea 966 463 976.

Craft fair Open until midnight THE popular Amata summer craft fair is now open in the Paseo Maritimo in the port of Javea from 7pm until midnight until September 13.

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San Juan in Alicante BONFIRES, fogueres and fireworks form part of the celebrations Flickr: Carlos Twose

Featured News 3 European Press 34 Russian Press 35 Finance 37 - 42 Stocks 38 Leapy Lee 43 Daily TV 44, 46, 60, 62, 64, 66, 68

BLAZING SPECTACLE: The fogueres in Alicante.

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Our View 65 Mike Walsh 65 Colin Bird 65 Pets 67 Cassandra Nash 69 Letters 70 Time Out 72 - 73

TOWNS and cities across the province have been transformed with the sights of papier mâché, wood and plaster creations, depicting everything from cartoon characters to po-

litical personalities as the area came alive with the annual celebrations of San Juan.

Mayor of Valencia Joan Ribo also visited the Bonfires of San Juan in Alicante - the first time a Valencia mayor has been in over 30 years and commented

on the ‘transmitting warmth’ between the two main cities of the region.

Red Cross volunteers on duty in Alicante for the celebrations had a busy Saturday night on June 20, answering 62 calls for assistance and making 12

hospital transfers. A spokesperson confirmed that 50 people were treated near Postiguet Beach for minor injuries and bites but there were three burns victims, some heart-related incidents and 26 assaults related to alcohol intoxication.

A grisly discovery in Elda THE body of an elderly man was found on Monday June 22 partly devoured by his own dogs at a private villa in Elda, not far from a local school.

The National Police in Elda-Petrer were called to the home where an 83-yearold man lived alone with only his dogs for company.

He had not been seen for

several days but local residents have confirmed that this was not unusual and he liked his privacy.

Early investigations have led police to conclude that

the man died from natural causes. Locked in with no means of escape and starving, the dogs were driven to eat parts of the man’s body in order to survive.

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Going all out during summer for children BENIDORM Council, under the leadership of new Mayor Toni Pérez, has confirmed that a total of €78,821.75 has been allocated to summer activities for children.

The programme has already commenced and will continue throughout the summer right up until August 28 for children in the municipality aged three to 14 years.

A total of €33,350 has come from the Department of Social Welfare that would have been an allocation for school meals. The local government in Benidorm opted for a more inclusive option to ensure that children without means benefit from all round activities as well as receiving a nutritious daily menu. Schools Ausiàs March and Vasco Nunez de Balboa in the town will provide activities from 9am until 3pm each day with a

programme crammed full of proactive and constructive sessions that include educational tasks as well as fun games and sports.

The curriculum this year offers workshops in drama as well as gymkhanas, competitions and day tours. And new this year is a dance master class, outdoor games on the beach, artistic expression in English and a host of other interesting learning opportunities.

Pérez said: “The purpose of such grants is to encourage the integration of children who are in disadvantaged situations, giving them access to the same resources available within the municipality that are afforded to any other child.”

Spain’s summer school programme has developed into an invaluable opportunity for parents to continue working throughout the summer.

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Second child abduction attempt in Benidorm NATIONAL POLICE are investigating a second attempted kidnapping of a child in the Benidorm area.

A local family reported that their 11year-old son was approached by a man and woman in a blue van not far from his school in Aitana. When he refused

to talk to them, the man chased him down the street. He managed to escape by dodging into the next street.

The incident occurred at around 1.30pm on Thursday June 18 near the school. The circumstances were very similar to those of a previous attempt-

ed abduction of another child, a 12year-old girl, on Thursday June 11 near her school in La Cala.

The boy’s mother said: “I found him in my mother’s house shivering. He is now frightened to go out alone.”

Police continue to investigate.

Lost toddler goes walkabout in city Flickr: Bea y Fredi

NOBODY noticed him as he wandered the streets alone

ALICANTE CITY: No place for a lone three-year-old.

By Jan Gamm IT is the nightmare that keeps all loving parents awake at night: the disappearance of a child.

In Alicante on Sunday evening June 21 at around 7pm, the parents of a three-year-old boy went through frantic panic bordering on hysteria when they discovered their son was missing from their home on Calle César Elguezábal in the heart of the city.

The frenzied search by the child’s family, friends, residents, the Guardia Civil and Local Police covered every nook and cranny in the immediate neighbourhood and the Rambla.

However, this was a nightmare with a happy ending. The child was picked up by police an hour later a full two kilometres away near the Cocó beach area, having wandered alone through the busy city centre unnoticed by hundreds of people milling around the giant wood and cardboard figures created

to celebrate the San Juan festival. He must have crossed dozens of busy roads. Nobody noticed him, nobody wondered why he was alone.

Councillor for Security Fer-

nando Marcos said: “It is shocking that a child of that age could travel right across the city centre without anyone realising he was lost but happily he is home safe and sound.”

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Graduation Day for 130 MIGUEL HERNANDEZ University held its graduation ceremony for medical graduates on Saturday June 20. More than 130 students completed their degrees this year at the university in Sant Joan d’Alacant.

Pagan rite ALTEA’S San Juan Festival began last Friday, June 19, with the historic l’Arbret pagan rite, which has celebrated the fertility of the land since 1617.

Bad access THE Association for People with Functional Diversity of Alcoy has made a denouncement of the council regarding restricted access to the Industrial School of Alcoy known as El Viaducto.

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ELCHE and Vinalopo centres are preparing to close during th

By Community Reporter THE closure of health centres in the afternoon threatens to overwhelm hospital A&E departments.

Health centres in Elche and across the Vinalopo are preparing to close in the af-

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o’clock in the afternoon will see health centres shut their doors

ternoons during July and August in a bid to save costs, with the Ministry of Health justifying the move by a supposed decline in use during the summer holiday period.

However, experience from

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previous years has shown the move has simply led to more people going to A&E at Elche General Hospital and the Hospital of Vinalopo, which has led to complaints from patients.

The hospitals say the closure of the health centres at 3pm, rather than 9pm, as in the rest of the year, simply results in hospital staff being overworked and dealing with cases that should be dealt with more locally by their GP or their practice nurse.

One doctor said: “During the summer months this area sees an influx of large numbers of tourists. There is a much greater concentration of people and, therefore, many more potential patients.”

104 sit English exams CAMBRIDGE University English examinations took place at the Seu Universitària de La Nucia on Saturday June 20, when104 students were tested at different levels.

The exams were organised

by La Nucia Department of Education in collaboration of the Australian Academy and La Nucia Academy.

This is the second year that La Nucia has been the headquarters for the Cambridge University English exams.

A total of 49 adult students sat the B1 exam, while 55 schoolchildren (aged eight to 13) were tested at various levels.

The second stage of the examinations are on Saturday June 27 at 9am for Level B2 with 24 students taking part.

Forty-three students sat the exams in 2014, this year there were 129.

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Crisis help THE Tourism Foundation is to help promote pubs and clubs along the ‘Golden Mile’ the old N-332 from Benidorm to L’Alfas and Altea, to help them emerge from the crisis.

Altea fruit THE fruit and flowers used in Altea to celebrate the San Juan Festival on Friday June 19 have been donated to Caritas.

Fundraiser THE Festival Committee of Sant Antoni in Benidorm hosted the Sopar de la Lluna on Saturday June 20 in order to raise funds for coming celebrations.

Car share WEBSITE www.blablacar which offers shared transport is proving popular for people to get to Benidorm for budget holidays.

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PAH are fighting for the rights to housing for decent people an

By Community Reporter THE Platform for Those Affected by Mortgage in Altea (PAH) are a group fighting for the rights of decent people and against the malpractice of banks, complying with article 47 of the Spanish Constitution that mentions the right to housing should be respected.

The group’s next event is to take place in Benidorm on June 27 at the Llorca Llinares Social Centre at 8pm, when the documentary ‘7 Days with the PAH in Barcelona’ will describe the work of the PAH and its social aims.

There will also be a talk on ‘Politics for People’ outlining the importance of understanding democracy.

A group spokesperson said:

DEMONSTRATORS: Plea for an end to putting families on the stree “Thousands of people are still being evicted, and thousands more fall prey to anxiety,

stress, and other diseases caused by the impotence of being unable to meet pay-

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No cash left in the coffers for Elda sports department activities Flickr: Barcex

nd against the banks

ELDA’S councillor for Sports, Fernando Gomez, made the stunning announcement on Saturday June 20 that the department had a remaining budget of only €63.40 to cover various events until 2016.

Gomez stressed that this money is in an account that is shared with other public services, leaving no cash for sporting activities. He said: “We had a number of different activities planned for the summer that we are now unable to carry out so had to cancel, including the San Silvestre, the most important event of the year.”

An additional worry, he said, was the cost of repairs that were required such as 32 light installations that need attention. The lack of reliable lighting would put an end to even the most modest evening sporting activity and there are several other areas of maintenance that should be attended to, to avoid the condition of council-owned assets deteriorating beyod repair.

Most of the problems with the sports budget, said to be short by €41,800, are being blamed on the allegedly inefficient administration of the previous council.

A good start to year

ets. ments, either by having work and precarious salaries, or by being affected by the recession.”

ELCHE’S footwear sector has ended the best start to a year since 2001, achieving an increase of 10.2 per cent in the number of pairs sold and 18.4 per cent in total value.

According to the quarterly report of the Federation of Spanish Footwear Industries (FICE) a total of 46.6 million pairs of shoes have been exported, totalling €869 million. The main destination of exports of the sector is France, with 23 per cent of the total share, followed by Italy, Germany, Portugal, the UK and Belgium.

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Church news from Anglican Chaplaincy €800 raised to support the work of the chaplaincy

NOSTALGIC: Square-dancing brought back memories for many.

By Community Reporter COSTA Blanca Anglican Chaplaincy hosted another popular traditional barn dance at the Church of San Josep in La Fustera, with Father Steve Foster setting his banjo aside to act as ‘caller’.

More than 50 parishioners and friends discovered they could still remember some of the steps from their childhood days alongside others who had never formed a square in their lives but quickly picked it up. Nearly €800 was raised in support of the work of the chaplaincy.

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Bop till you drop at El Cid Flickr: Barry Lewis

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La Fustera Church is to present ‘Murder at the Palace’ at 7pm on August 24 at the home of Andrew and Kathy Johnson, a whodunnit to which you can bring your own picnic. Tickets are €12.

More information from Andrew@Johnsons UK.com Calpe Church is to hold a musical evening in the gardens of Finca Jacaranda in Pedramala at 6.30pm on September 11, featuring duo Intermezzo performing light opera and stage shows.

Again, you take your own picnic! Tickets at €12 from Len Hartley on 965 847 210.

JALON VALLEY HELP is holding a summer extravaganza - ‘Bop till you drop’ - at El Cid in Benidoleig on Friday, July 3.

There will be a welcome cocktail and then a delicious summer carvery with a choice of main course, salads and desserts. There is a vegetarian option and they suggest that you book for this option.

The Soggy Bottom Band will be your musical soundtrack and will start at nine until late.

The event begins at 7.30pm for 8pm and tickets are €18.50 available from jvhevents@ hotmail.com or telephone 635 873 133 / 625 349 599 - they are going fast so don’t miss out!

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EURO WOMEN PAGE

Leading by example Our Euro Women series is featuring women who have made a success of their lives in Spain. These outstanding ladies have been shattering glass ceilings whether in business, charity work or sports.

Valerie Williams has the ability to inspire others to bring out the best in themselves.

HAILING from Anglesey in lovely Welsh Wales, Val Williams, with her natural ability to make people smile, has lived in Spain for more than 30 years.

Her bubbly ‘let’s get things done’ attitude to life has ensured that not only has she made great things happen for people, she also makes other people want to make thing happen as well.

This is what some call natural leadership, the ability to inspire others to bring out the best in themselves and achieve things for the general good, to lead by example and encourage those who follow to do the same.

Not that Val would see it that way, she’s a little too modest to see the effect she has on people around her.

Her philosophy of being able to cope and just get on with things when others don’t has become her trademark, and the reason 900 people turned up for a sold-out 30th anniversary concert this month for her Salon Varietés theatre.

More than 30 years ago when Salon Varietés in Fuengirola, opened its doors to the public, Spain was very much in vogue.

Thousands flocked from all over Europe to soak up the continental lifestyle and be a part of the big social picture that was the Costa del Sol. Unfortunately, some years later the bubble bust, and for various other reasons, people fell out of love with the beautiful venue.

The Friends of the Theatre Association (FOTA) at that stage was

Val has brought Salon Varietés back to life

CAN-DO ATTITUDE: Valerie Williams works tirelessly to make great things happen.

Making everyone around you happy is key

By Steve Walsh

My university professor told me: ‘If you make yourself useful to people and your country, you will always be happy.’ And he was right.

Fact file Name: Valerie Williams Age: 76 Profession: President of FOTA Family : Widow, three children Home town: Anglesey, Wales Where now: Mijas, Malaga Pets: None Languages: English and a little Spanish Book or TV: TV Favourite tv programmes: True-life stories

only a couple of dozen diehard actors needing help.

This is where Val saw her calling. Not long after selling her large hotel in Anglesey and moving to Spain, she found herself with some time on her hands, and when asked to volunteer her marketing expertise in order to rebuild the

theatre, she willingly set to work.

“I have never forgotten what my professor at university told me: ‘If you make yourself useful to people and your country, you will always be happy.’ And he was right. I am happy,” she chuckled.

“I have always found that the best way to get something done, no matter how big the task, is to just get on with it and be happy to do so. Pretty soon, either others join in and help or they walk away,” Val said.

Maybe this is why she finds herself surrounded by helpful and happy friends.

Val’s philosophy has obviously proved to be successful; even though it has taken a lot of hard work over the years, FOTA now has more than 500 happy members who enjoy regular functions, excursions, holidays and events all personally organised by Val. The theatre is a roaring success, and regularly puts on fantastic shows for adoring full houses.

The 76-years-young widow and proud mother of three has now spent the best part of three decades bringing a dead culture back to life.

To speak of live theatre on the Costa del Sol and not mention Val’s name isn’t possible, nor is it possible to think of FOTA or Salon Varietés without thinking of Val Williams; they are one and the same, a shining example of what can be achieved in the face of adversity with a determined, cheerful spirit.

Do you know a Euro Woman? If you do please drop us a line at eurowomen@euroweeklynews.com giving full contact details and why you feel they deserve to be honoured.

As well as being featured in the EWN a book is being produced for Christmas with all profits going to charitable organisations.

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School prizes XABIA International College held its prize-giving presentation at the Parador Hotel. Mayor José Chulvi kindly presented the awards for sport, drama, poetry and music.

No display JAVEA residents were deeply disappointed that there were no fireworks to celebrate the San Juan festival from June 13 to 24 this year, due to the risk of fire.

Pool passes FOIETES municipal pool reopened on Monday June 22 following satisfactory results obtained from water analyses commissioned by the town from the Department of Health’s laboratory.

By Jan Gamm FABULOUS and Beautiful Costa Blanca (FAB) held its debut meeting hosted by Tina Jones of Javea’s popular Hair and Beauty Academy H20 on Wednesday June 17 at 6.15pm.

The event kicked off with the presentation of a cheque for €500 from Javea Cancer Care

by Charity Volunteer Sheila Bird.

Under the leadership of Coordinator Bars Bullen, FAB is all about making women who have suffered or who are suffering with cancer look good and feel good, inside and out.

FAB provides free practical help, support and advice for ladies who have gone through invasive surgery, chemotherapy, steroids, radiation therapy and other treatments that combat cancer. Many are left bereft by cancer, feeling lost in their new bodies and appearance, unable to cope with what has happened to them.

FAB is a friendly band of professional beauty therapists and style experts giving hope to vulnerable women who might

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Sheila Bird of Javea Cancer Car otherwise feel their looks have gone forever.

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re presents a cheque for €500 to FAB Coordinator Bars Bullen help you feel good again,” said Bars. “We can advise on how to improve skin discolouration,

how to camouflage red spots that appear with invasive chemotherapy, how to choose

wigs and hairpieces, false eyelashes, tattooed eyebrows… there is a wealth of help waiting for anyone feeling isolated after cancer treatment. Just come along to one of our meetings.”

The group is great fun, colourful, practical, chatty, warm and welcoming. Call Tina at H20 for information on the next meeting: 966 461 158.

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Ladies visit MAYOR of Benidorm Toni Pérez welcomed 65 Catral housewives who took the opportunity to visit the town. He presented the ladies with a token gift before inviting them to an escorted tour of the town

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Elche Dama is not going anywhere SPANISH Government says statue to stay in Madrid

By Jan Gamm THE Spanish Government has rejected a proposal to allow the national treasure the Lady of Elche (La Dama de Elche) to be leased either temporarily or permanently, due to its important Spanish heritage.

The Lady of Elche is part of the collection at the National Archaeological Museum in Madrid. It was discovered in 1897 by archaeologists on a private estate in L’Alcúdia, a polychrome bust of a woman, believed to date to the fourth century BC. One of Spain’s most celebrated artefacts, the bust is believed to have once been part of a full length statue.

To this day it is un-

known whether the Lady of Elche was a priestess, a high-born lady or even a goddess.

A government spokesman confirmed that the Lady of Elche is “a national heritage, affording it a projection above geographical location, making the National Archaeological Museum an appropriate venue with its 950,000 visitors per year.”

Elche Mayor Carlos Gonzalez said he did not understand this attitude. “The Lady of Elche spent six months in Elche in 2006 with all the necessary stringent security and environmental measures in place and her tenure was enriching in terms of culture and economy,” he said.

NATIONAL TREASURE: La Dama de Elche.

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Javea pilot’s mission A YOUNG helicopter pilot hailing from Javea in the Marina Alta has shared his thoughts and experiences after serving with the United Nations Mission for Emergency Response, a UN mission to stem the advance of the Ebola epidemic based in Freetown, Sierra Leone.

Thirty three-year-old Eusebio Miñana began his assignment in Sierra Leone in January. He is now at home on leave, due to return to work on July 4.

He described to the Spanish press many of his experiences in Africa as both “extraordinary” and “horrific,” his view from the air including dozens of villages quarantined in a desperate attempt to stop the path of an infection that presents a global threat.

Despite the gruelling nature of the work he carries out he approaches his work with cheerful enthusiasm and scrupulous professionalism: “I have always wanted to fly since childhood,” he said. “To be able to combine that with helping others is very rewarding.”

He continued: “Infections have fallen sharply, but there remains much to do and helicopters are essential to transport samples and even patients across vast distances between health centres and stricken communities.”

Miñana is enjoying his time at home but is already looking forward to getting back into the cockpit to resume his duties in the fight against Ebola.

The pilot admits when he joined the mission the situation was dramatic. “In Freetown he had nine or 10 deaths every day. Schools were closed and there were temperature controls to curb the spread of the epidemic.

Many villages were isolated and quarantined.” Miñana is already looking forward.

He wants to put their bit in the fight against Ebola.

Where appropriate, solidarity comes from heaven.

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A busy Saturday night for the Red Cross TEAM comprised of 14 volunteers as well as aid workers, ambulance drivers and nurses

By Jan Gamm RED CROSS volunteers on duty in Alicante for the San Juan bonfire cele-

brations had a busy Saturday night on June 20, answering 62 calls for assistance and making 12 hospital transfers.

A Red Cross spokesperson con-

firmed that 50 cases were treated in Cruz Roja tents for minor skin ailments and injuries, three burn victims, bites, heart incidents and 26 assaults

related to excess alcohol intoxication.

The Red Cross team comprised of 14 volunteers as well as aid workers, ambulance drivers and nurses.

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Operation Cobra THE Guardia Civil has recovered two lions and a panther in Castellon and Alicante, part of Operation Cobra III, targeted at stamping out illegal animal trafficking.

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Sport festival GANDIA’S municipal auditorium hosted the second edition of the Festival of Sport on Wednesday June 17, which rewards highachieving local athletes.

Three hundred people attended the event.

Aqua fitness A NEW aqua-based summer exercise programme for adults has begun at the sports centre in Gandia, aimed at lumbar health and fitness. Interested parties may register at the town hall.

WINNING LINE-UP: La Nucia Cycling Club members swept the boa

By Community Reporter LA NUCIA Cycling Club Escola MTB swept the board in the mountain bike trials that took

place in Javea on Sunday, June 14.

Its members took two first places, a second place and two

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ard. more taking the third place on the podium.

The Test 1 Open BTT was organised by the Club Ciclista

Mussols Javea and the Benissa and Javea councils. Fifty cyclists took part from the Marina Baixa and the Marina Alta.

Family fun at new park A NEW playground has opened in Pinosol Park on Cami Cansalades in Javea.

The popular park attracts many local families with young children, especially on Sundays and fiestas, to enjoy a picnic and meet up with friends.

The recreation area has undergone a transformation over the last few months. A kiosk and bar were built and have proved very popular with roast chicken and a range of other refreshments on sale. The park has become a favourite venue for the Spanish tradition of long and relaxed family lunches.

The playground was opened by Javea’s Mayor Jose Chulvi. The ground has been matted to protect knees and elbows from scrapes and there is a combination of slides, ladders and playhouses, all painted in vibrant colours to keep youngsters entertained.

There is also a BBQ area.

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More expats registered SOCIAL Security figures rise

By Heather Smith MONTHLY statistics are up for expatriates registered with Spain’s Social Security system, with 55,334 new foreign members in May, an increase of 3.44 per cent since April.

The increase in new foreign workers is the largest seen since 2005. Year-on-year statistics are also up, with an increase of 3.42 per cent compared to May 2014, the equivalent of 54,996 new members.

In monthly terms, registered foreigners increased in all 17 autonomous communities, except for the Canary Islands, which dropped 1.05 per cent, and Andalucia, which fell 0.21 per cent. The largest monthly increases were seen in the Balearics (19.84 per cent), La Rioja (11.99 per cent) and Extremadura (10.69 per cent.)

In year-on-year terms, all autonomous communities increased the number of registered foreign workers, except for Galicia, which dropped 0.66 per cent. The largest yearly rises were in Andalucia (5.58 per cent) and La Rioja (5.41 per cent.)

According to the Ministry of Employment and Social Security, foreigners total 1,403,860 workers, 972,017 of which come from outside the EU. The largest numbers of registered foreigners come from Romania (300,055), Morocco (210,017), China (92,905) and Ecuador (72,166). Registered foreign workers are distributed throughout Spain, with the largest concentrations in Catalonia (374,862), Madrid (333,793), Andalucia (222,515) and Valencia (174,924.)

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Dress up or eat out for less in Spain BUYING a t-shirt or a pair of trousers is 15 per cent cheaper in Spain than the average registered for the EU countries.

Having a meal in a Spanish restaurant is also cheaper than the rest of the EU, costing just 88 per cent of the average European dinner out, according to Eurostat, the European Statistics Office, using data from 2014.

Alcohol and tobacco were rated at 86 per cent level, with the only more expensive than average exception being transport equipment, at 101 per cent.

The report also names Poland as the cheapest country to buy food items, while Bulgaria has the cheapest restaurants and hotels. Clothing is cheapest in Hungary, while the Czech Republic is the least expensive for cars.

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COSTLY: School books can end up being wasted.

A textbook example NETWORK provides solution for cash-strapped parents

By Community Reporter EL CAMPELLO parents facing the nightmare of purchasing costly textbooks ahead of the start of the next school year can look forward to practical help from the People’s Solidarity Network (RSP).

The group is manning a collection point where used textbooks may be dropped off for re-use at the Campello market on Wednesdays and also at their offices in

Calle Santa Teresa 31 in the town on Tuesday and Thursdays from 11am to 1pm and again from 7pm to 9pm.

School books are not freely provided by the Department of Education in Spain.

They are extremely expensive and even for two working parents the cost can be inhibitive, especially if they have two children or more of school age, when the cost of books can rise to several hundred euros. For families with one parent out of work or even

both, the task of acquiring books is impossible, leaving the children to struggle with photocopies of assigned work or sharing books with other students.

RSP sets up social initiatives in the cause of free education. The matter of free school textbooks is one that is addressed by the group every year as many schools do not run a book bank, meaning that books that are in a perfectly acceptable condition can end up being wasted.

Free places at summer school ALCOY City Council and the Department of Social Welfare have launched a yearly care programme of social inclusion to help families in financial difficulties by providing free summer school activities for 150 children.

Daily meals will be included in the programme, ensuring that children’s nutritional needs are met.

The Councillor for Social Welfare explained that the ultimate goal is that children are guaranteed three meals each day as well as plenty of activities to keep them occupied throughout the summer. So far 115 children are booked to attend morning sessions only and 40 full-time.

For parents who are unemployed or in low-paid work, the free summer programme is vital as children no longer have the nutritional meal that is provided during school-term time.

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The old and new faces of politics ENRIQUE CHOVER is youngest serving councillor

By Community Reporter JULIO ESPAÑA has announced his retirement from politics aged 68, after 25 years serving the Partido Popular. España has been president of the PP, an Alicante councillor, national deputy and also a territorial senator but has now decided to step aside. He made his decision accompanied by his daughter Mari Carmen.

He said: “My political life has been full of memories and experiences I will treasure. My retirement does not mean I will no longer follow the PP and I will always be here to help but it is time

to look to the future, not to the past.”

In sharp contrast, PSPV councillor for Sport and Education of El Verger, Enrique Chover takes up his post at just 18 years old, making him Spain’s youngest serving councillor. His birthday was on April 26, so he has not long reached majority! He was just 15 when he began attending meetings of the Socialist Youth of Denia and he has been committed to politics ever since.

Chover feels that he has a unique advantage in his approach to education as he is still studying.

He said he commences his role with excitement and a determination to succeed.

Denia theatre raises cash THE 25th Mostra de Teatre Ciutat de Dénia has raised €2,359 for charities through their ticket sales.

The money was generated through performances that took place in June. The cash

is to be divided between four deserving causes: Caritas Interparroquial, the Asociación Extiende tu Mano, the Red Cross and the Salvation Army, all entities that provide a vital role to needy

families in the community, each charity to receive €589.80.

Cheques were presented to the charities by the director of the Mostra Theatre, Mario Passero.

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Nearly done THE first phase of roadworks being carried out on Avenida de Jaime I in Benidorm, on a budget of €240,000, is due to be completed on June 30.

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Fiesta time BENISSA’S spectacular Moors and Christians festivities are scheduled to take place from Thursday June 25 to Monday June 29.

Market fun A FUN market was held by the Alicante Lions Club at Carrerlamar Beach in El Campello.

An amount of €750 was raised, to be donated to the Parkinson’s Asociación Provincial de Alicante.

RECOVERING: Water levels are gradually being replaced by a De

By Community Reporter CALPE Council is happy to report that Les Salinas de Calpe, the protected wetlands that are home to dozens of bird species including

hundreds of beautiful flamingoes, are now recovering their water levels due to the services of a pump installed by the Municipal Department of the Environment.

The birds are now in full breed-

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One event to raise funds for two good causes RESCUE charity Doggie Angells and Giving4Giving (G4G) are holding a fundraiser on Sunday July 5 from 12pm to 7pm.

The event will take place at the El Alcazar Bar, Grill and BBQ Restaurant in Finestrat, to raise much-needed funds for both charities.

Tickets at €10 for adults and €6 for children include a

three-course meal and a raffle ticket to win a meal for two.

There will be live entertainment, a raffle and a Doggie Angells’ stall so it should be a fun day for everyone with the added bonus of an opportunity to help two good causes.

For more information contact Dee on 965 878 284 or Mary 633 333 001.

Missing pensioner safely back home

epartment of Environment pump. ing season and are in perfect condition. The Department of the Environment’s recommendation was to replenish the water levels gradually to cause the least disturbance to the marine species and bird

populations.

The conditions of salinity and oxygen in the water are measured daily by the municipality to ensure a gentle and effective recovery of the popular beauty spot.

THE family of an 81-year-old woman who went missing on Wednesday June 17 have welcomed her home after she was discovered by National Police.

The lady is originally from Leon but has been living in La Goteta in Alicante. Officiers found her wandering the foothills of the Serra Grossa. She was taken to hospital where she was examined and found to be in good health other than suffering from slight dehydration.

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Denia fire A FIRE in Denia at around 4pm on Thursday June 18, which blocked the main road into the town with black smoke and forced police to stop the flow of traffic, destroyed 3,000 square metres of scrubland.

Youth camp THE Department of Youth in Benidorm has arranged a summer camp in Pola de Gordón, Leon, from July 16 to 30 for ages eight to 16.

Registration is via the town hall.

Uni talks EXPERTS from 10 European and American universities took part in La Nucia’s sixth International Symposium from June 16 to 17. The event covered the history and culture of the Iberian Peninsula.

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By Community Reporter LA NUCIA Provincial Council has treated the surface of Avenida Altea with a new finishing technique that removes bitumen and debris from the surface, leaving the road as clean as a whistle and antiskid.

40,000 PSI is the force used to spray water under extreme pressure

The treatment, known as ‘Hidrodesbaste’ - or hydroblasting - uses a method whereby the road is sprayed with water under extreme pressure, up to 40,000 PSI. The results are impressive and the treatment is used extensively in Canada

DEEP CLEAN: A specialist tea and the UK to remove road markings and achieve a deep clean.

A professional team applies

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am uses a truck-mounted unit. ultra-high water pressure from a truck-mounted unit via a head with rotating nozzles.

Mayor Bernabé Cano said:

“The work caused a slight inconvnience to traffic along the CV-760, but will improve road adhesion and increase safety.”

Meningitis death was isolated case, says hospital A CREVILLENT man affected by the meningitis bacteria died on Tuesday June 16 after being admitted to Hospital de la Vinalopó in a serious condition.

Meningitis is an infection of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord, causing the meninges to become inflamed, in some cases damaging the nerves and brain. Cases are more frequent in developing countries due to poverty, overcrowding and lack of access to vaccines. Many types of meningitis are vaccine-preventable.

The hospital has stressed that the case was an isolated incident but as a precaution preventative prophylaxis has been administered to those who had been in close contact with the deceased.

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Best foot forward FOOTWEAR exports have closed the best first quarter since 2001, falling by 7.3 per cent in export volume but growing in value due to a higher priced product.

Giraffe Day ELCHE’S Rio Safari celebrated World Giraffe Day on Sunday June 21 with 76 other wildlife parks around the world, showcasing two of the park’s male giraffes.

Back on job AN employee of Elche Bus Station has been reinstated after being sacked to make way for a machine operated service. The union also negotiated back pay for the worker through rallies and protests.

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Victorian treasure CROCKERY found in Denia wreck

By Community Reporter A DIVER ha s dis covered fragments of Victorian crockery at a de pth of 33 me tre s in the w re c k of La Fe lgue ra , one of 100 or so documente d w re c ks of s unke n s hips off the D e nia coast.

The steamer La Felguera carrying a cargo of raisins and almonds sank in January 1880, three miles from port.

The find has been dated by the curator of the Denia Museum Josep A Gisbert: “One of the pieces is clearly British in influence,” he said, “and another has the name Felguera written within a scroll drawn with links of a chain, a nautical design.”

LA FELGUERA is clearly written on one of the plates.

The PP in Villajoyosa delivers food to Caritas THE Partido Popular (PP) in Villajoyosa has delivered 200 kilos of food to charity Caritas, collected from public donations throughout the election campaign in May as part of a drive to help people in need in the municipality.

During the 10 days of the campaign tables were in-

stalled at the doorways of different Viler supermarkets throughout the town where generous shoppers could deposit non-perishable foodstuffs for distribution.

The party was delighted with the response and was pleased to present Caritas with a haul of food that will

Javea U3A Curry Club goes Persian JAVEA U3A’s Curry Club went slightly ‘off piste’ to enjoy a Persian feast at the home of Margaret and Malcolm March, and also Dodie and James Hodkinson. The 15 members split into two groups to sample a delightful selection of authentic Iranian dishes.

If you have a preference for a good ‘Ruby’ you can find more details of the Curry Club and other activities at www.u3ajavea.org.

no doubt make a huge difference to families living on the edge of poverty.

A spokesperson for the PP said: “We were more than willing to use part of the election campaign for the benefit of those in the community who are less fortunate than others.”

Rick Astley comes to Benidorm RICK ASTLEY of ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ fame is to appear in Benidorm on September 19 and 20. The 49-year-old singer will include Benidorm in his tour of Spain along with performances in Oviedo, Madrid, Málaga, Barcelona and Palma de Mallorca.

Venue is yet to be confirmed.

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Final year art students display ‘Summerland’ SUMMER fun personified by Benidorm inspired the exhibition

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BENIDORM’S Calvari Museu is hosting an excellent exhibition of the work of students in their final year at the Faculty of Fine Arts of Sant Carles at the Po l y t e c h n i c U n iv ers ity o f Valencia.

The exhibition, entitled ‘Summerland’ will remain open until July 26.

The new mayor of Benidorm, Toni Pérez, opened the exhibition accompanied by a number of councillors. He said he wa s d e l i g h t e d to a tte n d an event that “encourages young artists, and promotes cultural interest in the town.”

Ricardo Forriols, Dean of Culture at the Faculty of Fine Arts Sant Carles, expressed his joy at being in Benidorm once again, and explained that the title of the exhibition had been inspired by the feeling of summer fun personified by the town of Benidorm.

ENCOURAGING ARTISTS: New mayor Toni Pérez (second from right).

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Denia Council on a budget THE Socialist mayor of Denia, Vicent Grimalt, is to earn €42,821 a year, €4,758 less than the previous PP mayor Ana Kringe.

The new administration is committed to tightening its belt when it comes to remuneration for council officers.

Full-time councillors Josep Maria Ripoll and Javier Scotto, both PSPV, and Josep Crespo of Compromís, enter the payroll with €40,204 per annum.

Plenary sessions are now set to take place at 7pm instead of the previous council’s 2pm, to allow citizens to attend when they are invited to do so.

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SAVING ENERGY: The town will use LED bulbs in a bid to save money.

By Community Reporter CALPE is to apply a new energy plan on a council grant to change its lighting to a new energy-saving system, in a bid to save an estimated €8,500 per year on electricity bills.

The town presently forks out around €80,000 per year, which includes the cost of heating. The council recently carried out a study of energy consumption covering the last

eight years and has decided to switch to energy-saving bulbs as a result of its findings.

A total of €7,500 will be spent from the town’s coffers topped up with €70,000 from the Energy Saving Plan. All the municipal lighting will be refitted with LED bulbs.

The total aid comes to €150,000. The remainder of the funds will be utilised on projects to optimise energy use in other municipal buildings to reduce electricity costs.

Sailboat drama in Moraira A YACHT flying the Danish flag that ran aground on the beach at El Portet in Moraira last week has caused a considerable stir.

It was crucial that the crane hired to hoist the craft onto a trailer was on time. The plan was to

clear the four-ton boat from the beach early in the morning before the area became crowded. It didn’t, and by the time it did at around 1pm the beach was crammed with holidaymakers. The operation took five hours.

Breastfeeding expo A BREASTFEEDING Photo Contest and Exhibition is at Denia’s Sala d’Actes Casa de Cultura until July 3, open during weekdays and also on Saturdays.

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Media backlash DENMARK: Steakhouse chain Jensen’s Bofhus has tripled losses after a social media backlash when it forced a small seafood restaurant to drop Jensen’s from its name.

Striking scent SWEDEN: Striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic is releasing his own fragrance and is following in the steps of David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo who both have their own scents.

Finland online FINLAND: More than half of Finnish people now get their news from online. The increase in the sales of tablet PCs is thought to be responsible.

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THE winner of the EuroMillions’ £94 million has collected the money and gone on holiday. Their identity is secret but they are said to be very happy.

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BABY, an escaped African elephant from a circus in Heilbronn, killed a man who was walking in some woods.

PRESS Waiting for the crowds TWO million strawberries, 17,000 bottles of champagne and 190,000 sandwiches are ready and waiting for the crowds at Wimbledon. Visitors are also expected to drink 300,000 cups of tea.

paid presenter. He will continue to present the Radio 2 breakfast show.

You shall not pass A TOURIST who was in the path of the Queen’s guards was summarily swept out of the way. The man said he was unaware he was causing an obstruction.

Drill inside ALISON SOUTHWOOD of Leamington Spa still has part of a drill that broke off during surgery in her jaw. If removed she could have paralysis on one side of her face.

Ghost included A HOUSE in Liverpool has all the usual modern amenities with one added extra - a 130-year-old poltergeist.

The estate agents have had to confess to its presence under full disclosure.

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CHRIS EVANS’ role as the new host of Top Gear will make him the BBC’s highest

FINLAND: More than 2,000 people gathered in Kansalaistori in Helsinki to protest at proposed cuts to the education budget of over €600 million.

Students joined the protest.

Calls to ban the booze bike TWENTY litres of beer can be carried for passengers FacemePls Flickr.

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ALSO dressed in ladies underwear and high heels A MAN dressed in a long cape, ladies underwear and high heels was confronted by horse riders in Micheldever Woods near Winchester. The man drove off at speed.

NORWAY: The country’s leading trade union has condemned the au pair system as a cheap way for families to have a maid or babysitter under the guise of cultural exchange.

NORWAY: Romanian beggars have been kicked, spat on and punched as they begged on the streets of Oslo. It is believed that many are trafficked into Norway by criminal gangs.

FINLAND: A children’s theatre group in Helsinki has changed its name from Isis to Osiris to avoid being associated with the extremist Islamic State militia.

A GERMAN pensioner in Damstadt took a wrong turn and ended up on the Autobahn driving his mobility scooter. The 87year-old was rescued by police.

Queen to visit Belsen THE QUEEN will have a Luftwaffe escort as she arrives on a State visit to Germany. Her Majesty will visit Belsen and Anne Frank’s grave during her visit.

Eternal red light A TRAFFIC light at an intersection near the river Elbe has remained red for nearly three decades. The light was designed never to change by the city traffic planners.

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ELITE PARTNER, a dating website, has revealed that people in Hamburg are having more sex than anywhere else in Germany. Lower Saxony was also very active.

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SWEDEN: A climate portal has been installed at Stockholm Airport in which live data is used to simulate temperatures in different parts of the world.

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A LARGE pedal powered bike in Amsterdam that can carry 20 passengers as they drink beer is under review after a 6,000 strong petition to ban it.

It can carry 20 litres of beer.

Against drugs KATWIJK, which is run by an all Christian council, has increased its drug prevention policies. Hundreds of hours of police surveillance have resulted in six arrests.

DUTCH PRESS Eduart before Rachid EMPLOYERS in The Hague are more likely to offer employment to a person with a Dutch name than an ethnic one. The Netherlands Institute for Social Research (SCP) sent out fake job applications to 176 vacancies.

3D bridge over canal MX3D, an Amsterdam technology company, plans to print a delicate and ornate bridge over a canal in the city.

The live printing will start in 2017.

Less meat more pulses DUTCH households are turning to pulses and fish over meat. Over half the households surveyed have three or more meatless days a week..

A MAN from Munster who did not have a ticket jumped from a moving train to avoid the ticket collector. He injured his leg and collapsed on the track.

Pooh death HARRY ROWOHLT, the man who translated Winnie the Pooh into German, has died. He had the distinction of being the first translator to have his name printed alongside the author.

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Space shuttles are left to rot ALAN WILSON FLICKR

PROGRAMME started in 1974 was never completed

SPACE SHUTTLES: Rotting away at Baikonur Cosmodrome.

THE Russian space shuttle programme which was started in 1974 was never completed and now the half built shuttles are rotting away at Baikonur Cosmodrome.

Military attractions PATRIOT PARK in Kubinka has been opened by Vladimir Putin. The attractions include military vehicles and heavy armaments.

The souvenirs are mainly focused on Russian heroes and national icons.

Head transplant VALERY SPIRIDINOV who suffers from Werdnig Hoffman disease is preparing to have his head transplanted onto a healthy body. Dr Sergio Canavero says there is a 90 per cent chance of success.

Alpaca ranch flourishes ILYA SMIRNOV from Moscow has said how happy Alpacas are in their new home at a Russian ranch. It took 18 months to arrange their importation but they are now settled and thriving.

NATO spies. Britain has reportedly already removed some of its operatives as a precautionary measure.

Reporter removed PAVEL KANYGIN has been arrested and beaten in Ukraine. The reporter works for the opposition paper Novaya Gazeta and was detained by security agents in Donetsk.

Bye Bye Fabio?

A GROUP of Russian football fans are trying to raise funds to pay off Fabio Capello’s contract and remove him as the Russian manager. They need €21.4 million.

Camouflage theatre RUSSIAN troops have been practising covert operations in Siberia. They set up camps and completed training using state of the art camouflage techniques.

Airline boost VOLGA-DNEPR, the Russian cargo operator, has agreed to buy 20 747-8 freight planes at the Paris air show. The total cost is around €6.6 billion.

Spy concerns THE Kremlin has cracked Edward Snowden’s ciphers and could expose

ALPACAS: Settled and thriving in Russia.

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School clean PREFERENCE: People in Spain prefer paying by cash.

Cash not cards is preferred payment SPAIN is a country where cash has always been the preferred form of payment. The culture of the hidden economy means there is a large amount of currency that cannot be deposited in the usual way.

Eighty per cent of private purchases are made using cash with only 20 per cent using electronic transfer systems.

Data collected by the Central Bank show that €111 billion was withdrawn in 2014

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Spain’s preference for cash is the total inverse of the rest of Europe where around 60 to 80 per cent of all transactions are completed using cards or other payment systems.

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THE new leftist mayor of Madrid, Manuela Carmena, has suggested that cleaning groups of mothers should be paid to clean state schools.

Fuel price THE difference between the price of diesel and petrol per litre has reached 15 cents, the highest since 2007, petrol at €1.33 and diesel at €1.18.

Labour rights THE Global Rights Index published by the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) has put Spain in a group of countries regularly violating labour rights.

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Architects shortlisted A GROUP of Spanish architects are shortlisted for their design of the new Guggenheim art and design museum in Helsinki.

Urtzi Grau and Cristina Goberna, who entered the competition under their design collective name Fake Industries Architectural Agonism, are one of six finalists out of 1,715 entrants.

After visiting Helsinki Urtzi Grau said she was amazed at the way the discussion of the new museum had stimulated interest.

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PRICE(P) CHANGE(P) COMPANY 3i Group 535.75 9.25 Aberdeen Asset Management 418.25 11.25 Admiral Group 1,446.00 11.00 Anglo American 980.45 -6.15 Antofagasta 710.75 -2.25 ARM Holdings 1,129.50 11.50 Ashtead Group 1,140.00 20.00 Associated British Foods 3,052.00 2.00 AstraZeneca 4,210.25 21.25 Aviva 510.75 5.75 Babcock International Group 1,111.50 5.50 BAE Systems 475.30 0.90 Barclays 268.88 3.13 Barratt Developments 632.25 7.75 BG Group 1,093.25 16.25 BHP Billiton 1,330.75 5.25 BP 437.98 6.63 British American Tobacco 3,581.25 34.25 British Land Co 822.75 10.25 BT Group 460.30 6.05 Bunzl 1,877.50 31.50 Burberry Group 1,662.00 16.00 Capita Group (The) 1,259.50 27.50 Carnival 3,306.00 138.00 Centrica 277.50 1.20 Coca-Cola HBC 1,424.00 23.00 Compass Group 1,120.50 14.50 CRH 1,898.50 41.50 Diageo 1,901.50 22.50 Direct Line Insurance Group 340.70 3.10 Dixons Carphone 462.95 6.15 easyJet 1,591.00 10.00 Experian 1,202.50 15.50 Fresnillo 705.50 -7.00 G4S 284.15 2.95 GKN 357.95 6.65 GlaxoSmithKline 1,370.25 13.25 Glencore 271.73 0.18 Hammerson 636.50 6.50 Hargreaves Lansdown 1,223.00 14.00 Hikma Pharmaceuticals 1,939.00 -8.00 HSBC Holdings 597.70 6.90 Imperial Tobacco Group 3,258.00 44.00 Inmarsat 955.75 12.25 InterContinental Hotels Grp 2,739.50 41.50 International Consolidated 521.25 15.75 Intertek Group 2,452.00 -1.00 Intu Properties 315.20 5.00 ITV 270.65 4.75 Johnson Matthey 3,185.00 71.00

% CHG. NET VOL 1.76 5,120.01 2.76 5,419.67 0.77 4,005.20 -0.62 13,830.48 -0.32 7,029.16 1.03 15,788.13 1.79 5,637.45 0.07 24,146.06 0.51 52,931.31 1.14 20,429.65 0.50 5,554.29 0.19 15,010.61 1.18 44,504.86 1.24 6,195.13 1.51 36,779.24 0.40 27,995.51 1.54 78,769.37 0.97 66,120.86 1.26 8,291.84 1.33 38,031.45 1.71 6,180.83 0.97 7,320.66 2.23 8,181.65 4.36 6,847.74 0.43 13,744.63 1.64 5,105.15 1.31 18,364.42 2.23 15,251.54 1.20 47,247.30 0.92 5,064.00 1.35 5,259.88 0.63 6,279.86 1.31 11,732.62 -0.98 5,250.37 1.05 4,363.08 1.89 5,789.62 0.98 66,034.44 0.07 35,513.16 1.03 4,941.16 1.16 5,734.51 -0.41 3,872.19 1.17 115,284.07 1.37 30,760.90 1.30 4,241.74 1.54 6,370.44 3.12 10,308.84 -0.04 3,958.20 1.61 4,104.31 1.79 10,703.56 2.28 6,381.14

COMPANY PRICE(P) CHANGE(P) Kingfisher 369.30 5.00 Land Securities Group 1,249.00 17.00 Legal & General Group 257.25 2.95 Lloyds Banking Group ORD 87.06 0.56 London Stock Exchange Gr 2,444.00 40.00 Marks & Spencer Group 550.25 6.75 Meggitt 466.50 0.90 Merlin Entertainments 445.70 7.20 Mondi 1,432.50 22.50 Morrison (Wm) Supermarkets 177.30 1.00 National Grid 857.40 0.90 Next 7,447.50 72.50 Old Mutual 209.05 4.55 Pearson 1,268.50 20.50 Persimmon 2,029.00 31.00 Prudential 1,595.25 24.75 Randgold Resources 4,412.50 -85.50 Reckitt Benckiser Group 5,679.50 92.50 Reed Elsevier 1,070.50 18.50 Rio Tinto 2,737.75 5.75 Rolls-Royce Group 918.00 12.00 Royal Bank of Scotland Group 353.20 3.60 Royal Dutch Shell 1,872.00 28.50 Royal Dutch Shell 1,898.00 28.00 Royal Mail 506.75 4.25 RSA Insurance Group 418.90 2.80 SABMiller 3,393.00 53.50 Sage Group (The) 548.25 9.25 Sainsbury (J) 263.50 0.60 Schroders 3,276.50 44.50 Severn Trent 2,133.50 78.50 Shire 5,287.50 42.50 Sky 1,076.50 38.50 Smith & Nephew 1,082.50 0.50 Smiths Group 1,160.50 16.50 Sports Direct International 692.00 8.50 SSE 1,630.50 23.50 St James's Place 899.50 8.00 Standard Chartered 1,049.75 4.75 Standard Life 477.25 4.25 Taylor Wimpey 192.55 4.15 Tesco 211.65 0.80 Travis Perkins 2,192.50 43.50 TUI AG 1,163.50 7.50 Unilever 2,837.50 65.50 United Utilities Group 974.25 22.25 Vodafone Group 238.65 5.00 Weir Group 1,783.00 -8.00 Whitbread 5,282.50 137.50 Wolseley 4,200.00 48.00 WPP Group 1,487.50 24.50

% CHG. 1.37 1.38 1.16 0.65 1.66 1.24 0.19 1.64 1.60 0.57 0.11 0.98 2.22 1.64 1.55 1.58 -1.90 1.66 1.76 0.21 1.32 1.03 1.55 1.50 0.85 0.67 1.60 1.72 0.23 1.38 3.82 0.81 3.71 0.05 1.44 1.24 1.46 0.90 0.45 0.90 2.20 0.38 2.02 0.65 2.36 2.34 2.14 -0.45 2.67 1.16 1.67

NET VOL 8,492.89 9,739.50 15,112.01 61,738.28 8,348.63 8,958.31 3,667.10 4,445.28 6,846.31 4,116.77 32,043.50 11,274.43 10,073.99 10,237.20 6,124.71 40,377.34 4,188.98 39,905.52 11,821.71 38,431.79 16,657.67 22,500.45 71,796.67 45,635.68 5,025.00 4,230.73 53,979.04 5,807.17 5,050.11 7,305.04 4,888.01 31,032.13 17,843.40 9,677.32 4,516.25 4,090.51 15,958.57 4,658.97 26,605.25 9,314.25 6,129.52 17,155.81 5,347.40 6,781.13 35,577.49 6,491.58 61,946.93 3,821.65 9,350.48 10,797.56 19,095.58

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PRICE CHANGE %CHANGE VOLUME 3.3M -0.42% -0.67 158.95 -0.72% 13.1M -0.58 80.19 -1.00% 54.7M -1.28 126.60 4.8M -0.17% -0.25 145.13 3.9M +0.09% 87.52 +0.08 -0.78% 10.5M -0.78 99.47 -0.62% 32.0M -0.18 29.03 -0.62% 23.6M -0.25 40.40 9.6M -0.53% -0.60 112.62 5.1M -0.44% -0.31 69.84 -0.32% 16.1M -0.27 85.21 -0.47% 60.3M -0.13 27.24 4.2M -0.66% -1.41 213.19 9.3M +0.52% 112.43 +0.58 7.1M -0.75% -1.26 166.99 -0.96% 39.0M -0.31 32.07 -0.50% 11.7M -0.50 99.86 -1.02% 21.6M -0.70 68.08 8.3M -0.09% -0.09 96.08 -0.94% 12.6M -0.55 58.04 -1.33% 63.8M -0.62 46.10 3.6M +0.50% 106.53 +0.53 -0.55% 28.9M -0.19 34.18 -0.35% 15.6M -0.28 80.54 3.0M -1.99% -2.02 99.45 4.2M -0.87% -1.01 114.89 4.2M -0.46% -0.56 120.33 -0.65% 26.9M -0.31 47.46 8.7M -1.17% -0.81 68.69 -0.33% 14.6M -0.24 72.74

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COMPANY

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Most Advanced AirMedia Group Inc Vitae Pharmaceuticals, Inc. TRACON Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Calithera Biosciences, Inc. Hanwha Q CELLS Co., Ltd. Willdan Group, Inc. NewStar Financial, Inc. IPC Healthcare, Inc. Erickson Incorporated Biotie Therapies Corp.

Sphere 3D Corp.

$ 5.02 $ 15.82 $ 13.20 $ 8.66 $ 19.49 $ 11.84 $ 11.41 $ 57.82 $ 4.50 $ 24.03 $ 4.94

1.50 ▲ 42.61% 2.53 ▲ 19.04% 1.82 ▲ 15.99% 1.19 ▲ 15.93% 2.05 ▲ 11.75% 1.18 ▲ 11.07% 1.12 ▲ 10.88% 5.49 ▲ 10.49% 0.42 ▲ 10.29% 2.23 ▲ 10.23% 0.44 ▲ 9.78%

$ 12.40 $ 3.22 $ 13.25 $ 4.63 $ 40.31 $ 7.56 $ 19.88 $ 26.84 $ 10.67 $ 26.74 $ 7.71

3.13 ▼ 20.15% 0.49 ▼ 13.21% 1.75 ▼ 11.67% 0.57 ▼ 10.96% 4.87 ▼ 10.78% 0.91 ▼ 10.74% 2.27 ▼ 10.25% 3.02 ▼ 10.11% 1.19 ▼ 10.03% 2.96 ▼ 9.97% 0.84 ▼ 9.82%

Most Declined Healthways, Inc. Atlanticus Holdings Corporation Lake Shore Bancorp, Inc. SteadyMed Ltd. Flexsteel Industries, Inc. Bellerophon Therapeutics, Inc. Finisar Corporation NN, Inc. Apigee Corporation Cowen Group, Inc. Carbylan Therapeutics, Inc.

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BUSINESS EXTRA

Cutting down on booze A LIST of economies made by Spanish families during the economic crisis from 2007–2014 includes hairdressers, restaurants, new furniture, clothing and even food.

The most stringent cuts were on bar bills.

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FINANCE, BUSINESS & LEGAL

Building versus austerity

Spain loves the EU SEVENTY-FOUR per cent of Spaniards feel EU membership is beneficial

More support PRESIDENT of the Spanish Banking Association (AEB) José María Roldán has defended the banking institutions that are refinancing 500,000 families in financial difficulties. He called for more support from local authorities.

Short term JEREZ businessman Jose Maria Ruiz-Mateos, aged 84, who was arrested for fraud on Wednesday June 17, spent only one night in prison. He was transferred to hospital on medical grounds.

Scientific ideas not fulfilled RESEARCH and development are essential for new technology to be fine-tuned before going into production.

Spain has award-winning scientists and is constantly financing projects to improve machinery and therefore economic output, but the ideas and inventions rarely go into production, and if they do they are developed abroad.

The COTEC report collated by the Foundation for Technological Innovation focuses on the reasons why Spain falters at the crucial stage of producing prototypes. The report states that there is a conflict between the administration of projects and the technical ability to bring the products to market.

Spanish universities have specialised departments to assist in technology transfer but the report suggests that the civil servants who run them lack the relevant business skills to make them effective.

MEMBER STATE: Spain is positive about remaining within the EU.

By Jason Bailey DESPITE the seven hard years of the economic crisis, which some believe was worsened by Spain’s membership of the EU, Spanish people are proud to be European and determined to remain in the EU. The wide-ranging changes since Spain joined the EU in

1986 with regards to freedom of movement and trade are at the heart of Spain’s affection towards Europe.

The slight financial recovery has also been a contributing factor to the positive feeling about remaining within the EU but it is not just economic factors that are relevant.

Metroscopia, a trend assessing company, states that there is an emotional aspect to be considered. Its findings show that 74 per cent of Spaniards feel membership is beneficial and are proud to be part of the union. They also feel that Spain has grown and developed into a modern, forward-

thinking country as a result.

Another interesting fact from the survey was that 70 per cent of Spanish felt more secure within the EU, not only from those outside the union but from those within, as they believed it was unthinkable that there would be military conflict between members.

THE election of extreme farleft mayors in two of Spain’s major cities, Madrid and Barcelona, has caused shares in Spanish building companies to plummet.

It was thought that construction would pave the way for focused and positive economic growth in Spain. The favourable exchange rates, especially with regards to sterling, have encouraged a resurgence in the property market but that could all end very soon.

The new mayors were voted in on an austerity ticket and both have promised to halt the urban renewal projects which would have transformed the wastelands that have sat decaying since the property bubble burst in 2008.

The shares in Spanish construction companies have faltered since the elections in May.

Getting old and grey but still with some mortgage to pay Loose change Jane Plunkett A look at finance for females jane.plunkett@euroweeklynews.com

GROWING up there appeared to be a progression of events to follow in the world. Leave school, go to university, travel the world, get a job and then settle down and buy a house.

Today our ambitions haven’t changed that drastically, most 30-somethings want to own their own home, but it’s no easy feat. And to add salt to the wound, a new study reveals that paying off a mortgage before retirement is no longer a reality, so it looks like we’ll be pretty old and grey by the time we can wave goodbye to that debt.

The traditional 25-year mortgage term is being replaced by 30, 35 and even 40-year terms, while the application process is much more rigorous al-

so, as borrowers now have to contend with strict affordability assessments that factor in other financial commitments.

Banks would once bend over backwards to give a mortgage. They would usually finance up to 100 per cent of the cost of the property NO LONGER A REALITY: Paying off a mortgage before retirement.

and then throw in a few thousand to get you started on furnishings. But long gone are those days! When my husband and I were buying our first house, it was a challenge. The bank would finance 80 per cent of the price, which

meant that we had to find the other 20 per cent. Luckily we had some savings from working abroad, but it made us realise how difficult it is for first-time buyers these days. Saving 20 per cent of the price of a home on the average Spanish salary is a daunting task.

And because of having to wait longer to save a deposit, the average age of many first-time buyers nowadays is 36.

Therefore, like everything when it comes to finance, an ability to save is crucial for those who want to jump on the property ladder.

Start saving as early as possible and stay focused. Don’t be tempted by properties beyond your financial reach and make sure to shop around for the best possible mortgage.

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Bond-Based Investments – are yours really tax efficient?

By Mark Davies of The Fry Group There has been a clear change in Spain with “the system’s” approach to the declaration and tax assessment of investments and income in recent years. This has been driven by austerity measures and what for many used to be a relatively benign (or grey) tax declaration/assessment process has become largely black and white. While this is to be welcomed as it brings certainty in relation to what is required and correspondingly what planning is effective, the amount and speed of change has caught many expats on the hop.

Insurance investment bonds are one example.

These investment vehicles were and are widely held, with policies being Spanish qualifying or non-qualifying. While the rules were always clear, in the past little attention was paid by many local tax advisers to the qualifying status

of policies and most were afforded (one way or another) the favourable tax treatment as “Spanish Qualifying Policies”. This allows gross rollup of growth and income inside the policy, with attractive return of capital allowances where income was being taken. Non-qualifying policies do not enjoy gross roll-up, with income and gains being taxable annually.

As tax advisers have become more diligent, policies previously assessed as qualifying are being reviewed critically. This is an ongoing process and I suspect that many investors with non-qualifying legacy policies will have received or will be receiving a much less favourable assessment in due course.

The worry is that many who have been wrongly guided in the past and whilst acted in good faith will be held accountable for any under/mis-declaration. With Draconian tax penalties available to the taxman there may be un-

foreseen danger for many around the corner.

Correspondingly, if you have any doubt in relation to your investments and their status, we are here to assist.

There will be many readers already aware of the non-qualifying issue and are already paying the extra tax.

This group may well have considered the potential tax savings of placing assets into a new qualifying policy but have been loath to pay the cost of re-organising their affairs. Cost inertia is understandable in many cases given the set-up charges experienced by investors on existing policies is as high as 9 per cent spread over several years.

While charges of this order are still being quoted, the good news is that The Fry Group are able reduce new policy establishment/initial charges to as little as 1 per cent, which virtually removes any cost reason for inaction.

The Fry Group are aware of the size of this problem and wish to assist in ensuring peace of mind as well as tax efficiency for investors. If you are uncertain about the status of your insurance-related investments and how they should be taxed in Spain, we will be pleased to review them free of charge.

If you are already aware of the status and found your investments to be non-qualifying, we are able to offer cost-attractive alternatives.

The Fry Group are a UK Chartered Financial Planning company with offices in Spain providing tax planning, pension and investment advice to expatriates.

For further information contact Mark Davies: mark.davies@thefrygroup.co.uk Tel - 952 768 450

The Fry Group of companies comprises Wilfred T. Fry Ltd – Taxation Consultants, Wilfred T. Fry (Executor and Trustee) Ltd, The Fry Group (H.K.) Ltd, The Fry Group (Belgium) SA, and Wilfred T. Fry (Personal Financial Planning) Ltd. The last company is authorised and regulated in the UK by the Financial Conduct Authority is also passported under EU regulations and is authorised to act as a financial adviser by the Monetary Authority of Singapore-license number FA095023. The Fry Group (H.K.) Ltd is authorised to conduct investment business by the Securities & Futures Commission (SFC) in Hong Kong and are members of the Hong Kong Confederation of Insurance Brokers. The Fry Group (Belgium) SA is regulated in Belgium by the FSMA (Reg. No. 23345 A-B) and is also passported under IMD EU regulations.

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Hoax reveals a darker message KNEE-JERK reaction showed just how Muslim populations alienate others LEAPY LEE SAYS IT

OTHERS THINK IT INTERESTING reaction on my Facebook this week.

Some wag posted that the police would be overlooking Muslims speeding in their cars during Ramadan. This was, they added, due to the fact that during fasting, it’s possible to become somewhat disorientated and could subsequently lead to Muslim drivers being unaware they were actually breaking the law.

Well, I’m surprised the reaction didn’t crash the computer. The messages simply poured in.

Messages of disgust, anger, and even vitriolic hatred avalanched the site. A site, I may add, which is normally full of understanding folk, with quite a broad spectrum of love toward their fellow human beings.

It was of course a hoax. It was the knee-jerk reaction that I found interesting. It basically showed just how the Muslim populations are alienating those around them. They continually refuse to integrate. Well of course they do.

SYMBOL OF FAITH: All you need is a headscarf, not an intimidating burka.

Unless governments act, one day all our women will be clad in the revolting black symbol of Islamic oppression

That’s not the idea at all.

It is my understanding that the Koran tells them it is their purpose in life to spread the word of Islam. Many Muslims may not approve of the methods of some of their peers, but, in my opinion, many have the same goal.

To me the burka is the true symbol of their non-caring attitude toward the West. It is provocative, alien, and an affront to our cultures. It has no religious significance whatsoever and should, to my mind, be completely banned from public display. If these people want to show a symbol of their faith, a headscarf is a completely adequate way of expressing their leanings.

I also have an answer to those who ask why Islamists don’t go to countries where their customs and ways of life are accepted as the norm.

The reason is that those countries already follow the teachings of Islam. They don’t need to be there. They want to be in countries they can convert, thereby carrying out the instructions of their prophet and his Koran.

Believe me, unless governments begin to introduce rules and regulations that put Western values and democracy firmly back in the driving seat, all our women will one day be clad in what to me is the revolting black symbol of Islamic oppression.

Keep the Faith, Love Leapy leapylee2002@gmail.com www.leapylee.co.uk

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FRIENDLY HUB: MD Michel Euesden made up her mind that Benidorm Indoor Market was the perfect location for the EWN’s10th office.

THE Costa Blanca weather is famous for sunshine and blue skies but it does have its off days.

On a chilly Wednesday in January when it was bucketing down with rain and blowing a gale, Euro Weekly News (EWN) MD Michel Euesden stepped into the Benidorm Indoor Market and quickly made up her mind that this was to be the location of the EWN’s 10th and most unique office, a perfect environment for a newspaper at the heart of the community.

Outside the rain continued to lash down but inside was a warm and friendly hub of activity and colour. Shopkeepers passing the time of day with their customers, smiling tourists picking up their last-minute

The EWN at Shop 96 in the Indoor Market is an essential information point staffed by a friendly face.

This is the hub of a buzzing market community, a news centre where classified ads can be placed, and where you can find out just about anything.

souvenirs on the final days of their holidays and a constant stream of happy people from all walks of life; a thriving community reminiscent of years gone by.

Here you can spend hours just wandering amongst the dozens of shops selling everything from sweets to fashions, visit the money exchange and enjoy a delicious snack while you read the paper and catch up on the local gossip.

The EWN at Shop 96 is an essential information point staffed by a friendly face.

This is the hub of a buzzing market community, a news centre where classified ads can be placed, where you can find out just about anything- we usually hear about it first, after all - and where you can pick up a

copy of the Costa Blanca’s favourite free newspaper to read up on all the latest news in English.

Have something to sell? Talk to Sue at the EWN who keeps a ‘Buy and Sell’ record, passing information between people who have something to sell and bargainhunters looking to buy. And it’s free! Want to know where you can buy anything from safety pins to party hats? Ask us!

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THE three Yorkshire Prides are fabulous pubs with live music, fantastic food and the best value pint for miles (only €1.50!) in the heart of Benidorm. Also under the management of larger-than-life Tad Dawson from Castleford are the Why Not, a fun Karaoke bar and The Queen Vic. A visit to Benidorm would not be complete without dropping by at any of these brilliant pubs – fabulous food, including Benidorm’s Biggest Breakfast, from 9.30am right through to 10.30pm, all at unbeatable prices. Fantastic entertainment and a huge Costa Blanca welcome.

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BENIDORM PALACE is renowned for providing the holiday highlight for thousands of visitors to Benidorm. This is not just any cabaret show, it is acknowledged as the finest cabaret experience in Europe. At present the Benidorm Palace is showing ‘Q’, its latest performance themed on all things ‘Q’ where you will also be treated to David Climent’s fascinating illusions and laser show. The cuisine is delicious, the show is spectacular and is free to children under 10!

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ENIDORM’s colourful and popular Indoor Market has been providing an indoor shopping experience for holidaymakers and local residents for more than 40 years.

Throughout its history the market has changed, adapting to accommodate the needs of its customers.

The Euro Weekly News spoke to the vice president of the Traders Association, Frank Dirkschneider, for his in-house view of the market’s development. Frank has had a shop in the market since 1997, selling items that can be personalised by engraving, along with electronic cigarettes and accompanying products. He said: “In the early years, the market accommodated businesses that were mainly Spanish-owned and provided day to day produce, fruit and vegetables, butchers and traditional crafts. There were lots of empty units but all that has changed.

Now the shops cater for the tourist trade and if a unit becomes empty then it is quickly snapped up.”

The market is now crammed with interest, which accounts for its popularity - a hub of 90 busy shops offering everything from jewellery to beachwear, snacks and cosmetics to fashions and toiletries – all those useful essentials and also luxury items that visitors to the Costa Blanca’s top holiday resort love to browse. One of those great places to pass a few hours, pick up some lastminute souvenirs, change money, buy more sun lotion and read up on the local news.

EWN spoke to some of the shopkeepers and found that a strong community spirit makes the market feel like home.

Lynn McDearmid who runs Wigs R Us said: “There have been changes over the years but this is expected in any business. It is always sad to see someone leave as over the years they become close friends. The one thing about this market is that there is always someone to help or to cover your shop if you have to pop out.” Lynn’s neighbour, Furhat Suble, who sells tourist trinkets and fun items, agreed. Furhat explained: “We are like one big family, we keep an eye on each other’s shops.”

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A range of policies is available with trained professional Abbeygate Insurance staff on hand to explain every detail to make sure you choose the cover that is right for you.

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CLINICA DENTAL SKANDINAVIA at Edif Waldorff, Calle Gerona 34 in Benidorm takes a gentle approach to dentistry, providing oral healthcare services across the entire dental range including routine maintenance as well as surgical and cosmetic procedures. The surgery was established in 1995 and since then has built an excellent reputation with a steadily growing portfolio of patients on a stream of recommendations.

An offer to make you SMILE…Special offer for EWN readers. Pay €20 for a full check up including a clean and polish.

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THE Make A Smile chari ty suppo rts the EMAUS children’s homes by raising funds in a hundred innovative and imaginative ways.

Headed by Tony and Lucy Grande of Calpe’s Bed Centre, Make A Smile is putting more than just a smile on the faces of the people it helps, it is also implementing a pioneering self-su fficiency programme to help the homes augment the donations they receive.

The EMAUS home at Relleu is an inspiring place where olive oil is home-produced and chickens lay hundreds of eggs for sale.

To find out more about the work of Make A Smile or to make a donation call 965 836 814 or visit their website: www. makeasmile.es.

THE Grant A Wish charity was set up in 2012 by Jody Kirby, an extraordinarily talented entrepreneur and fundraiser. Grant A Wish is just that - a wonderful granter of wishes and bringer of hope to hundreds of people who need help as a result of being ill, or stranded, or in despair.

Jody and her team take the pain out of so many dreadful situations for people who need a helping hand and their assistance ranges from sending a naughty box of chocolates and a bouquet of flowers to cheer someone up, to more ambitious, large-scale funding for a needy cause.

Grant A Wish may be contacted via www.grantawish.es or by calling 965 008 816.

From Page 53 The Indoor Market is quintessentially Benidorm - an Aladdin’s Cave where you can find everything you need - and plenty you don’t need! Come and see for yourself - and don’t forget to drop in and say hello to The Euro Weekly News!

The market is truly at the heart of the community and holds charity events at which the stallholders get together to raise cash for worthy causes as well as have a good time.

Benidorm’s Indoor Market has everything you need under one roof: friendly shopkeepers, a safe environment (CCTV is operating throughout the market) and the opportunity for a relaxed shopping experience. It is open from 8am until 6pm Monday to Friday and 8am to 3pm Saturday To find out more view the market’s website on www. benidormindoormarket.com or follow them on Facebook by searching Benidormindoor market.

MABS Costa Blanca South provides an indispe nsabl e supp ort for cance r patie nts in the Mari na Baixa area unde r the leade rship of Costa Blan ca South Direc tor Sue Reul a with her ‘A-Team Benidorm’.

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WHILE passing through the Benidorm Indoor Market could you please spare a thought for the children of EMAUS? The first EMAUS children’s home was established in 1975 and now a series of homes provides shelter and stability for vulnerable children and adults. Due to government cutbacks in recent years EMAUS is now experiencing serious financial hardship and desperately needs your help.

The www.euroamonth.com website, supported by the cast and crew of ITV’s series Benidorm, asks you to donate a tiny amount every month to help keep food on the table for the 329 needy people.

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YOUR PAPER - YOUR VOICE - YOUR OPINION

A name written in the stars ASTRONOMERS have named a newly-discovered galaxy CR7 after footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese super-star.

Do you think this befitting or who do you feel would be worthy of this honour from among today’s icons?

CARL CURTIS OLIVER of PC Solutions said: “To name a galaxy after a footballer seems very strange. I think Cristiano Ronaldo does not need any more publicity, he is already everywhere you look and he is only a footballer, after all. I think there are far more deserving people that have done far greater things. If I were to name a galaxy it would have to be after my gorgeous partner, Danielle, or after our wonderful son, Anthony, and also it would be a great excuse to go into space to visit the galaxy, although I am not sure I could take the time off work.”

Roby from Lookz Hair, Beauty and Nails had a

very firm opinion: “Well, I do not follow football but I have heard of Cristiano Ronaldo and I think he is gorgeous. But is that enough of a reason to name a whole galaxy after him? If I had to name a galaxy after anyone then it would be Barbra Streisand.

She certainly deserves it after giving me so much pleasure from her songs and stage presence and I would definitely visit and hopefully Barbra would be there and I could style her hair.”

Lynn McDearmid of Wigs R Us replied: “I have never heard of Cristiano Ronaldo. I don’t fol-

low football at all. He must be very popular to have a whole galaxy named after him. I wonder what the process was to have a galaxy named after him, was it by public vote? If I were to name a galaxy then it would have to be after my two sons, Khristopher

and Callum, although I might have to have two galaxies as they might want one each.”

Mike Stone from Specsavers Javea said: “I think the galaxy should be named after the astronomer who found it, whether that is a renowned scientist or a lucky amateur space enthusiast.

Another option would be for the galaxy to be auctioned off and the monies from the sale given to a deserving charity, or even name the galaxy after the designated charity and then their cause would be there for all to see.”

L to R: Carl Curtis Oliver PC Solutions, Roby Lookz Hair Salon, Lynn McDearmid Wigs R Us, Mike Stone Specsavers.

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Another Crackdown On QROPS Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pension Schemes (QROPS) were introduced in April 2006. They can offer various benefits and quickly became popular with expatriates.

However, the situation has changed significantly since 2006 and HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has got much stricter, issuing new regulations and guidance over the years. The QROPS market today provides less choice and more complexity than many realise. Where HMRC deems that its rules have been broken, it can apply a 55% penalty charge of the amount you transfer.

The new UK pension freedom also opened up many new opportunities for UK schemes, and QROPS is just one option which should be considered along with all the others.

In the latest crackdown on QROPS, the registered overseas pension rules were changed in line with those brought in for UK pensions. HMRC sent a “legal request letter� to all global QROPS providers, dated 17th April

By Brett Hanson, Partner, Blevins Franks but backdating the rules to 6th April 2015.

The letter requests that the provider must satisfy itself that it meets the rules for Recognised Overseas Pension Schemes (ROPS), and seeks confirmation that the schemes are still compliant with the rules.

Specifically it asks three questions: (1) Does the scheme satisfy the ROPS conditions? (2) Does it meet the minimum age test (age 55)? (3)

Does it wish to appear on the public lists of QROPS? One of the rules for an overseas pension scheme to qualify as being recognised as a QROPS is that it follows UK pension rules. The minimum age for taking benefits from a pension is therefore 55, unless the member is in severe ill health.

HMRC wants confirmation that either the laws of the country where the scheme is established prohibit payment of benefits to member under 55, or scheme rules prevent this where UK tax relief has been paid.

The letter is perceived as an attack on Australian and New Zealand QROPS schemes, since although they meet local national rules, benefits can often be accessed before the age of 55 for reasons other than ill health.

This raises the prospect of British expatriates in these jurisdictions facing a penalty charge.

The move has not gone down well

with QROPS providers in Australia and New Zealand. If QROPS schemes do not comply with the rules, transfers into the scheme could suffer penalty charges of 55%.

New pension freedom and QROPS In March, HMRC confirmed that non-EU QROPS have to temporarily continue to apply the rule where 70% of the transfer value made to a QROPS has to provide an income for life. Therefore non-EU QROPS cannot currently offer the same new pension freedom as UK pensions.

EU QROPS schemes can offer the flexibility, and Malta became the first QROPS jurisdiction to change local legislation to allow full flexibility.

Malta also meets the new conditions for ROPS. Overseas pension transfers are complicated at the best of times, with a myriad of rules, which frequently change. You need to be

extra careful when moving into a QROPS and choosing which one would best suit you. The only way to ensure that a QROPS is the best solution for you is to explore all your other pension options and weigh up the pros and cons of each. This includes looking at the tax implications in your country of residence. You need specialist and personalised advice, and from a firm which has both UK pension specialists and Spanish and UK tax specialists.

Tax rates, scope and reliefs may change. Any statements concerning taxation are based upon our understanding of current taxation laws and practices which are subject to change. Tax information has been summarised; an individual is advised to seek personalised advice.

To keep in touch with the latest developments in the offshore world, check out the latest news on our website www.blevinsfranks.com.

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Father Christmas alive and well

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OUR VIEW

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

NOT far from the North Norfolk coast and midway between Fakenham and the small market town of Holt, there is an almost insignificant turning off the A148. If you look carefully you might spot a sign that points the way to the village of Thursford.

More prominent though at this time of the year, are the signs directing the way to The Thursford Collection - a steam museum - the largest and one of the most important of its kind in the world.

Forget all that North Pole nonsense, because behind the scenes and away from the working carousels, traction engines, the Mighty Wurlitzer organ and bustling restaurants, Father Christmas is busy here, laying his plans for the festive season, months ahead.

It would be useless to look for red and white robes or the trade mark flowing white beard, because right now clean shaven and casually dressed - he blends into the crowds of tourists thronging the exhibition and grounds.

That is, if he is still in the area because there is a very good chance the

Spanish royal family.

A royal reform

CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR: A festive wonderland will be on show in the Norfolk landscape. man himself is over 100 miles away in London busily recruiting the scores of performers he will need later in his Christmas production, that transforms the bleak Norfolk winter landscape into a festive wonderland.

This very real Father Christmas is in fact John Cushing, managing director of Thursford and the producer and director of what is the biggest and most breathtaking Yuletide show in the coun-

It is a heart warming explosion of festive cheer, produced by people determined to keep the true meaning of Christmas alive.

try and perhaps the Universe, and auditions are held in the capital during June.

Commencing on November 11th and running until December 23rd, with two performances daily seven days a week, a staggering 130,000 people regularly attend this brilliant extravaganza - The Thursford Christmas Spectacular.

It is a heart warming explosion of festive cheer, produced by people determined to keep Christmas alive.

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NOTORIOUS timeshare bogeyman committed most of his crimes on the Costa del Sol Mike Walsh Mike, based in Mediterranean Spain, is an international journalist, author and professional writer.

WHEN notorious timeshare bogeyman, Toni Muldoon, appeared before Ipswich Crown Court in 2013, he was handed down a seven year, five months sentence. His despicable crimes were committed mostly but not exclusively on the Costa del Sol. The trial, which had scores of witnesses, including 35 Trading Standards Officers, lasted 11 weeks. The court heard sordid details of how Muldoon and his cronies duped 17,300 innocent investors.

From spacious offices situated in Fuengirola the master conman is said to have netted €6.6 million. The true number of victims, and the amount of loot squirrelled away by Muldoon and his

FUENGIROLA: Where his spacious offices were situated. henchmen, will never be known. When Muldoon plundered people’s bank accounts he did so on an industrial scale. Many were involved, some were innocent, others collaborators.

The crook boasted: “I am the most successful time

share scam artist on the Mediterranean.”

Such was his audacity that Muldoon later set up a company that charged substantial fees for investigating timeshare scams his company had committed. The timeshare scam was only one part of an

empire built on deception.

Muldoon ran escort agencies, boat trips and much else. Part of his cockiness was due to his belief that he was untouchable. Self-delusional, he had been arrested, charged, and sentenced for several crimes, and a lengthy period

IT has now been a year since the abdication of Juan Carlos in favour of his son King Felipe VI of Spain.

That year has marked a transition from the old guard perspective of the monarchy as an untouchable, unapproachable, overseeing secret clan, to a warmer and more open institution that is a part of the people as opposed to being over them.

King Felipe has made no secret of the fact he is not his father. By openly admitting that the monarchy needed to change its image, after his coronation he deliberately set about the task of ‘normalising’ his status and his title.

Aided greatly by his wife Queen Letizia and their children, the public have warmed to them even quicker than Felipe could have imagined.

The latest polls from the Spanish press say over 80 per cent of the Spanish population believe he is doing a great job, and 75 per cent approve of Queen Letizia.

What with Queen Elizabeth seemingly taking steps into the shadows whilst giving Charles more space to move freely, and the very popular Wills and Harry stealing the limelight at every opportunity, could it be that the role of Royalty is changing the world over?

Given Sweden’s Prince Carl Philip (whose sister Victoria married her personal trainer) and his former topless model and reality TV star wife Sofia, this month boogied down the aisle to Coldplay songs. Maybe it is!

in jail earlier in his life for a vicious assault.

Now, Muldoon’s confessional as a master conman has been published on Amazon Books and Kindle.

When I interviewed him Muldoon was self-effacing; extraordinarily candid.

When I asked Muldoon why he was so freely spoken on matters that could earn him lengthy sentences, he merely shrugged.

Muldoon’s candid revelations reveal a colourful life of pilfering, fraud, violence, deceit, and illicit affairs. Had Muldoon reached a point in his life when he felt the only way to face his creator was to face up to his past?

Due to be released in 2016, tourists and residents of CosNow we ta Spain will be looking for want to more than sunshades to take hear your news. cover under when Muldoon returns. It can only be YOUR PAPER - YOUR VOICE hoped that prison taught - YOUR OPINION him a lesson rather than www.euroweeklynews.com taught him new tricks.

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Abuse that strikes family and pets alike THE statistics are frightening

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WHEN looking at abuse suffered by pe ts it is be c oming more a nd more recognised that it is part of a bigger picture.

Research has shown that where animals are being maltreated it is also highly like ly tha t a bus e of huma n members of the family is also occurring.

“There is no doubt that there is a link between animal abuse and human abuse,” said Dr. Rhonda Schulman, a veterinarian at the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

“The statistics are frightening, but it is important that everyone, including veterinarians, recognise this serious problem because animal abuse in a home is very likely a sign of an even bigger problem within that family.”

Some estimates suggest that up to 90 per cent of animals living in a home where domestic abuse happens end up

FAMILY PET: Where animals are being maltreated, often humans are too. being abused or killed as abusers look to use the pet as an extra tool to harm or psychologically abuse their human victims.

In the USA some studies say that nearly 60 per cent of women who seek a s s is ta nc e from shel t er s t o escape a bus e ha ve ha d a pet ki l l ed by an abuser.

That is because the family pet is often used by the abuser as leverage to control the person being abused. Indeed many women in the USA have reported that they are reluctant to leave the abuser as they are scared that the pet will be harmed.

“Abuse can also be self-propagating within a family,” said Dr. Schulman.

“For instance, the mother or father abuses the child and then the child abuses the pet. This is sometimes the

only way that the child can assume any sense of personal power.”

Witnessing the abuse of a family pet can influence children to become abusive later in life, because they have learned the behaviour through observing and through identification with the abuser. Studies have also shown that children who torture animals are at higher risk than others to grow up to use violence against people.

Many adults who have committed serial murders or mass violence tortured animals as children.

“This means that if a child is exhibiting this sort of behaviour, it is extremely important to take it seriously and i nt er vene whi l e t her e i s st i l l a chance t o posi t i vel y i nf l uence t he child’s development,” said Dr. Schulman.

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KING JUAN CARLOS abdicated a year ago in favour of his son Felipe for several reasons.

Prominent amongst them was his daughter Cristina whose husband Iñaki Urdangarin is charged with fiscal fraud and siphoning off public money. Cristina is accused of having some knowledge of what went on but protests that she is being victimised because of who she is.

The couple now live in Switzerland and Felipe VI recently stripped Cristina of her title of Duchess of Palma de Mallorca.

Determined to have the last word in what is more than a family quarrel, she claimed to have renounced the title before her brother took it away. This is clearly untrue as the letter, although dated earlier, was emailed after the public announcement.

Not so funny now GUILLERMO ZAPATA was the Madrid corporation’s shortest-lived Culture Councillor.

Opprobrium rained on the Podemos member when offensive jokes about Jews and terrorism victims that he made on Twitter four years ago were disin-

If Cristina dissembled about the letter, then it’s beginning to look likely that she could have been economical with the truth in other respects, too.

Real option MINORITY parties Ciudadanos and Podemos wield a lot of clout but both must live with recent decisions that shored up some parties to form local and regional governments and undermined others. They’ll have to decide before the general elections later this year whether they want to

terred by political rivals. Zapata resigned from the Culture Department after learning the hard way that voters demand better behaviour than their own from those they elect. Once politicians are in office they have to be Caesar’s wife, not Cleopatra.

make it as genuine government options or continue to act as red-cardwaving referees.

Thrill over SOME local councils and regional parliaments are in power thanks to double and triple alliances. Sighs of relief can still be heard in town halls and Spain’s regional parliaments, but what will happen when the thrill of the partnerships and threesomes begins to pall and the squabbles start?

DISSEMBLING? Princess Cristina claims she renounced her title before her brother took it away.

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A possible double blow for expatriate pensioners AFTER reading Mike Butcher’s letter about pensions (EWN Issue 1563) I feel that we will be hit with a double blow. If the UK decides to leave the EU there is a possibility that our pensions will be frozen, as has happened to expats in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, etc.

I have emailed the Pensions Service and asked if this is the case and they replied that if this does happen, it would be the decision of the government. Given that Iain Duncan Smith has saved department costs by stopping our Winter Fuel Allowance, we would be very vulnerable (easy meat)!

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Strong protest I AM writing to strongly protest an editorial in your pages about the FIFA scandal that somehow manages to slur against Jews and Arabs.

The editorial signed by Leapy Lee is offensive, irresponsible, outrageously anti-Semitic and inappropriate for any newspaper that expects to be taken seriously.

I am astonished.

Pamela Rolfe, Vice-President, Comunidad Masorti Bet El (Madrid)

Making a crime report in Spain ON May 26, 2015, the process of making a crime or loss report to National Police (a denuncia) changed.

Previously the victim signed five copies of the report and was then given one as confirmation. Now there are four copies and the victim is not given a copy. If they insist on confirmation that they have made a report, all they get is a ‘certificate’ that a report was made.

It will show the crime report number, but not any details. If, say, Trafico, DVLC, an insurance company, etc, either in Spain or another country, require details of what was in the report, they will have to contact the National Police.

Despite asking the police, I cannot discover any plausible reason for the change, which will cause considerable inconvenience for victims and additional work for the police and other entities such as insurance companies.

NB: The Guardia Civil still provide copies.

Julian Ward (By email)

A good read I HAD the privilege and the opportunity to read the Euro Weekly News in

Are we now going to be targeted as wealthy people and have fingers pointed at us as happened in Nazi Germany?

Thank you very much, Mr Lee. Name and address supplied

It’s good to know the fire service is gearing up for the summer fire risk. This is Lake Vinuela. I thought there was a fire somewhere at first but the plane dumped the water it had picked up a couple of minutes later. Practise makes perfect...

Keith Hallam, Alcaucin (Malaga) Altea (Alicante) and I found it so interesting that I’d love to know if you have some distribution points near to Valencia City. Your digital issue is a great one but I prefer the real touch of any issue. I am currently living in Mislata, near to Valencia City, and I was wondering if you distribute the newspaper around here.

It will motivate me to continue the study of the English language.

Francine Peinado (By email) Editor’s note: As part of our commitment to being at the heart of the community, we are very conscious that as many people as possible can pick up a copy of the EWN in the Costa Blanca North and South, Almeria, Costa del Sol, Axarquia and Mallorca.

We are expanding our distribution as part of our 2015 growth plan, so along with the three new offices recently opened on the Costa Blanca, and Nerja opening in the next week, you will see more and more places stocking Spain’s

favourite English-language newspaper.

Apathy regrets THIS is what apathy will get you.

Now we have a PP minority government. With PSOE in charge of Valencia this will make for lean years in Orihuela City (Alicante) and famine for the coast.

Why did the Extranjero voters only have a 20 per cent turn-out? Obviously it did not help to send 80 per cent of foreign voters to the Calle Cipres voting station. Most people did not know where it was and the rest could not find it. In the UK it would have been electoral fraud. Here it is just the foreigner’s fault for not looking on Google.

But do the voters on the coast not think that the children on the coast deserve a decent school, older residents a care home, an ambulance stationed on the coast during the night?

The list of shortcomings is endless,

almost like the apathy. Now you get what you deserve - four more years of nothing.

A coastal resident (By email)

Anti-Semitic rant I WOULD like to take issue with the disgraceful, anti-Semitic and racist article in the Leapy Lee column (Issue1563). As if there are not enough troubles in the world and rampant anti-Semitism and racism, this type of irresponsible and uninformed article is a disgraceful diatribe.

He is putting the thought into people’s minds that all Jews have money.

What absolute rubbish. In all religions there are people with money. In all races and nationalities there are corrupt people. Why point the finger at Jewish people?

I am a pensioner living on a government pension as are the 200 or so other Jewish pensioners in my area of the Costa Blanca.

Inflaming hatred RE Leapy Lee’s column, whilst what he says may contain an element of truth, statements like ‘Jews and Arabs are the biggest investors/share complete power’, will only serve to inflame anti-Islamic/anti-Semitic sentiment, which is already rising alarmingly.

What has race or religion got to do with the matter? Ninety-nine per cent of Jews and Arabs are not bankers!

Furthermore, you fail to mention that the Catholic Church, in particular the Vatican, invests billions in the world’s powerful corporations and banks and has as much influence.

Leapy, continue to write well and speak your mind but please be mindful of comments that are irresponsible and potentially dangerous.

Name supplied, Alhaurin El Grande (Malaga)

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Word Ladder

Excellent: 14

JAVEA CALPE CALPE ALTEA ALTEA BENIDORM

BENIDORM

ALICANTE

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ALICANTE

TORREVIEJA

TORREVIEJA

ORIHUELA

could change your mind and just walk away.

(June 22 - July 23)

CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) As you try to control someone else’s life, it could be that your own is slipping past you. Have you recently given up on a relationship or job that you dearly would have loved?

SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) By deciding now that you will not rise to the bait on a certain matter you are taking the best option.

Much as you would like to confront someone head on, it is possible that this is just what they want you to do. Be a little bit canny here.

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION able ably bale bane bean been bene bola bole bone bony ebon lobe obey banjo beano beany belay boney ebony noble nobly baleen enable baloney ENJOYABLE

Alicante TODAY: Fri Sat Sun -

27 21 S 28 22 S 29 23 S

Mon - 29 22 S Tues - 29 22 S Wed - 31 22 S MAX 28C, MIN 21C Mon - 33 24 S Tues - 33 24 S Wed - 33 24 S MAX 27C, MIN 21C MAX MIN

278 22 S 28 22 S 29 23 S

Mon - 30 23 S Tues - 29 23 S Wed - 29 22 S

Benidorm TODAY:

31 22 S 32 23 S 31 23 S

Mon - 32 23 S Tues - 32 23 S Wed - 32 23 S

S Sun,

Cl Clear,

Sh Showers,

10-Star Quiz

Fill the grid so that every row, every column and every 3X3 box contains the digits 1-9.

There’s no maths involved. You solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic.

Saturday June 20

1

6

23

25

32

35

UK THUNDERBALL

IRISH LOTTO

EURO MILLIONS

LA PRIMITIVA

EL GORDO DE LA PRIMITIVA

Saturday June 20

Saturday June 20

Friday June 19

Saturday June 20

Sunday Sunday 21

30

11 33

31 37

11

20

30

34

36

39

BONUS BALL

THUNDERBALL

BONUS BALL

27

5

10

7

14 31

20 42

LUCKY STARS

3

9

9

17

21

31

34

41

REINTEGRO

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CLEAR MAX 27C, MIN 19C

TODAY:

MAX MIN

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29 21 S 31 22 S 32 23 S SUNNY

TODAY:

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MAX MIN

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Mon - 34 20 S Tues - 34 20 Cl Wed - 34 20 S

10

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21 48

REINTEGRO

1

SUNNY MAX 32C, MIN 21C

TODAY:

MAX MIN

MAX MIN

Sudoku

UK NATIONAL LOTTERY

Mon - 39 24 Cl Tues - 40 23 S Wed - 38 23 Cl

Murcia

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Fri Sat Sun -

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Mallorca

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Fri Sat Sun -

Fri Sat Sun -

MAX MIN

30 23 S 32 24 S 32 24 S

Barcelona TODAY:

MAX 33C, MIN 21C

MAX MIN

Malaga

SUNNY MAX MIN

Fri Sat Sun -

SUNNY

TODAY:

MAX MIN

Almeria TODAY:

GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) It’s not so difficult this week to get exactly what you want. Being sure is another matter, however. There are plenty of people who will cast doubts on where you are going and what you are aiming for. What do they know?

Be guided by facts this week, certainly not by the opinions of others.

PISCES (February 20 - March 20) Don't ask a question unless you want to be told the truth this weekend. Go on, you’re a big person and you can take it. How can you not go ahead having come this far? Of course, you

Madrid

SUNNY MAX 26C, MIN 20C MAX MIN

TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) Somehow you seem to be going every which way round a situation but getting nowhere. Rather than burn yourself out and fray your nerves, just stay still. At the end of the day, someone else wants to solve this dilemma as much as you do. When they see that you have stopped bothering, maybe they will start.

AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19) Are you still in a very positive frame of mind? Okay, then. It is time to decide what is to be done about that problem.

If you really can’t see a way round this then seek help. Even if you don’t agree with the reply, you will feel that you have made a step in the right direction.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) Are you being asked to open your heart? What are you most afraid of about that? On the other hand, what would the rewards be if you did? Sometimes, we have to take a chance that others will not let us

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 G) and there must be AT LEAST ONE NINE LETTER WORD. Plurals, vulgarities or proper nouns are not allowed.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20) Sometimes you wonder why people make promises when they find them so hard to keep. However, losing your temper with someone midweek will not help at all because the person you are dealing with is not very sensitive.

Patience will pay off and, by the weekend, a weight will have been lifted from your mind.

down or, at least that if they do, they will let us down gently.

for granted. Even you are capable of putting people’s backs up. As you dislike making enemies, I suggest that you take a little more time with family and loved ones.

Perhaps you were recently asked to be part of a group activity but did not have the inclination?

Nonagram

JAVEA

DENIA

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION

LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) You are being shown a great deal of affection which may be taken

Good: 7

for next 7 days TOMORROW

DENIA

LOTTERY

VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) You seem to be in a ‘plodding’ situation that is starting to cause you some irritation. That is all that it is though, irritation. See it as a big dilemma and it throws up all sorts of anxieties. Let’s not go there. I am sure that there are lots of things that your mind and body can work on while you wait.

Very good: 11

TODAY

As you are in the middle of a plan, it would be a shame to stop now. Yes, I realise you have given it lots of time and thought. Even so, events midweek bring a new perspective. Your involvement in something entirely different may be brought to bear on your current situation. Killing two birds with one stone comes to mind. Be efficient by approaching the problem from a novel angle.

CANCER

LEO (July 24 - August 23) Something has come to your attention and, quite frankly, you don’t understand what is going on.

It is possible that, if you don’t react, the situation will just go away. Equally, you may want to influence the outcome and fear that it will not be to your advantage.

That is fine so long as you really do try and get all the facts first.

Average: 5

weather

ORIHUELA

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Move from the start word (WEAK) to the end word (SPOT) in the same number of steps as there are rungs on the Word Ladder. You must only change one letter at a time.

WEAK BEAK BEAT SEAT SPAT SPOT

SPOT BACK

MADDOCKS’ VIEW ON LIFE

WEAK WEAR SEAR SEAT SPAT SPOT or

WEAK

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C Cloudy, Th Thunder

THE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM 1. According to the 1984 UK Top 10 by the Toy Dolls, what was the name of the elephant that ‘packed her trunk and said goodbye to the circus’?

2. Edward Trunk is the elephant friend of which famous children’s comic strip character?

3. Now almost exclusively bestowed on royalty and heads of state, the Order of the Elephant is the highest order of chivalry of which Scandinavian country?

4. The national football team of which West African republic is nicknamed The Elephants (Les Éléphants)?

5. The use of the elephant as a symbol of which US political party began with an 1874 cartoon by Thomas Nast?

6. What name is usually given to the young of an elephant?

7. What is the name of the fictional elephant in the Winnie the Pooh stories by A A Milne, who is mentioned, but never appears, in Winnie-the-Pooh (1926) and The House at Pooh Corner (1928)?

8. Which English actor played the part of the title character in the 1980 biographical film The Elephant Man? 9. Who or what is a howdah?

10. Whose Just So Stories, first published in 1902, includes The Elephant’s Child/How the Elephant got his Trunk?

1. NELLIE, 2. RUPERT BEAR, 3. DENMARK, 4.

IVORY COAST (COTE D’IVOIRE), 5. REPUBLICAN PARTY, 6. CALF, 7. HEFFALUMP, 8. JOHN HURT, 9. SEAT FOR RIDING ON THE BACK OF AN ELEPHANT (or camel), 10. RUDYARD KIPLING

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Across 1 Carries (5) 4 Large strong box (5) 8 Hair cleansing agent (7) 9 Hold firmly (5) 10 Move rhythmically to music (5) 11 Imagine to be the case, true or probable (7) 12 Warmest season (6) 14 Defeats (6) 18 Any amazing or wonderful occurrence (7) 20 Pay a call on (5) 22 Determine the direction of travelling (5) 23 Method (7) 24 Bladed weapon (5) 25 Exclamation indicating an apology (5) Down 1 Making an additional point (7) 2 Once more (5) 3 Greatest in status, authority or power (7) 4 Make a selection from a number of alternatives (6) 5 Borders (5) 6 Undertakes a journey or trip (7) 7 Catch sight of (4) 13 Areas or arenas in which commercial dealings are conducted (7) 15 Clearly or plainly evident (7)

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Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 12 represents B and 16 represents Z, so fill in B every time the figure 12 appears and Z every time the figure 16 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.

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTIONS CRYPTIC Across: 1 Cushions, 4 Cane, 7 Slang, 9 Trait, 11 Shine, 12 Knave, 13 Sachet, 15 Upsets, 19 Rheas, 21 Irons, 23 Smart, 24 Stale, 25 Sewn, 26 Leverets.

Down: 1 Castles, 2 Snaps, 3 Nutmeg, 5 Elude, 6 Dank, 8 Grime, 10 Trade, 14 Chews, 16 Plots, 17 Showers, 18 Little, 19 Rolls, 20 Stay, 22 Stake.

QUICK Across: 7 Favour, 8 Amazed, 9 Here, 10 Specific, 11 Scatter, 13 Usual, 15 Aimed, 17 Trusted, 20 District, 21 Last, 23 Banned, 24 Spoken.

16 Meet the requirements or expectations of (7) 17 Assisted (6)

English - Spanish

18 Covering to disguise or conceal the face (4) 19 Goods carried by a large vehicle (5) 21 Utter obscenities or profanities (5)

1 Bare, 2 Modest, 3 Dressed, 4 Baked, 5 Habits, 6 Delicate, 12 Critical, 14 Protest, 16 Eating, 18 Seldom, 19 Finds, 22 Seek.

The clues are mixed, some clues are in Spanish and some are in English.

Across 1 Motorway (9) 7 Ajedrez (5) 8 Nube (de humo, insectos, polvo) (5) 9 To fall (4) 10 Mouth (of person, animal, bottle) (4) 14 Sheep (5) 16 Nickname (5) 17 Peligroso (9)

ENGLISH-SPANISH Across:

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION

1 Bache, 3 Sordo, 8 Plancha, 9 Carne, 10/6 Bin bag, 14 Enemigo, 15 Tia, 16 Loose, 17 Ships.

Down: 1 Baby, 2 Expensive, 3 Soap, 4 Receipt, 5 Ojal, 7 Granero, 11 Bell, 12 Logs, 13 Mats.

Down 1 Globe artichoke (9) 2 Thirteen (5) 3 Flat (apartment) (4) 4 Enfermo (4) 5 Garlic (3) 6 Radiadores (9) 11 Autumn (5) 12 Amanecer (4) 13 Fecha (día preciso) (4) 15 Fin (3)

Hexagram

Down:

Cryptic The purpose of the Hexagram puzzle is to place the 19 sixletter words into the 19 cells. The letters at the edges of interlocking cells MUST BE THE SAME. The letters in the words must be written CLOCKWISE. The word in cell 10 (LEARNS) and one letter in four other cells are given as clues.

AFRESH

METERS

APPEAL

MILLET

BARBEL

NAUGHT

BARREL

RAGGED

BEASTS

RAISED

DEGREE

REELED

KITTEN

ROUBLE

LARGER

SHELLS

LATTER

WAGONS

LEARNS (10)

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION 1 Reason 2 Prints 3 Deacon 4 Topped 5 Prince 6 Metres 7 Racoon 8 Spears 9 Report 10 Appeal 11 Treats 12 Circle 13 Barest 14 Duties 15 Reared 16 Batter 17 Decree 18 Seared 19 Shreds

Across 1 Priests drunk some spirits (7) 5 Sends off vessels (5) 8 Albert and I have become animated (5) 9 Spice or an ego trip (7) 10 Streak without South African tramp (4) 11 Not a positive denial (8) 13 Rewrote resort schedule (6) 15 Outdoor event that starts with people in caftans nattering in pubs (6) 18 And Craig produced a jumper (8) 19 Handover in Justice Department (4) 22 Aristocracy agree changes in gym (7) 23 Constellation seen from Mediterranean or Ionian Sea (5) 24 Eagles that are found in higher nests than most (5) 25 Guard rank surrounding lieutenant (7) Down 1 Rearrange car test and flee (7) 2 Up the stakes for more pay (5) 3 Meet up at stream (4) 4 Nicks records (6) 5 Written outline shows no care, is sloppy (8)

6 I talk endlessly with Ian from Rome, perhaps (7) 7 Lifted an ecclesiastical vestment (5) 12 Is claret drunk at these performances? (8) 14 One might make nurse go to work!

(7)

16 Could start with getting slimmer and smarter (7) 17 Pet socialist leader following worries (6) 18 Trees manage to conceal skinhead (5) 20 Decree cited in error (5) 21 End of Autumn poem, Bud (4)

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My daughter will be graduating and going to the Institute next year so she is a bundle of excitement. I took her shopping yesterday to buy a dress for her special day. The transformation was remarkable. The girl became a woman before my very eyes.

Her brother also agreed that his ‘look’ left a lot be desired and we managed to get him into some smart but ‘fashionable’ clothes. He also has his football dinner and trophy presentation to attend so it’s all go in our household. Once school finishes things should calm down a little and we can enjoy a visit from family at the end of the month.

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yet apologetic look on their face…it means only one thing…the machine has broken down again.

On one of the occasions that I managed to get my session in without a problem I also had to see the doctor to review how I was doing. Frankly this was a waste of time. All he did was ask me how I was and if I was tolerating the treatment.

It’s true to say that my skin is holding up very well and so far I have not experienced any burning, change in colour or discomfort. I just thought it was a little strange that he took my word for it and didn’t even examine me. I was in and out in three minutes!

I am about to dash off to the hospital now for what will hopefully be my eleventh treatment. I am keeping everything crossed for a quick session and then back home. I am a little tired but the side effects are negligible in comparison with my chemotherapy.

My toes, parts of my feet and fingers are still very numb after chemo.

On the bright side I have acquired two more eyelashes and the hair on my head is starting to grow quite well.

Not a fan of the white hairs though!

Such a shock to see how the stress of illness and bereavement have taken their toll.

Little steps! Day by day and things should start to get better.

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Appendicitis surgery could be a thing of the past with antibiotics ANTIBIOTICS have been found to be just as effective in treating appendicitis as removing the appendix.

It means routine appendectomies, a common procedure, could be a thing of the past.

The operation is carried out when the appendix becomes inflamed and infected. If untreated, it can be fatal. But now, doctors are calling for operations to be scrapped after a study found that antibiotics worked just as well.

The results of the trial found the majority of patients who were treated with antibiotics

APPENDICITIS: May no longer require surgery. did not require later surgery.

The study involved 530 patients being divided into two groups.

Half received an appendectomy, with all but one recovering

successfully. The others were given antibiotics for 10 days, 73 per cent recovered fully with the remaining 27 per cent having their appendix removed.

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Rules on tinting vehicle windows AS part of our series, we answer some common driving questions, kindly provided by members of the Guardia Civil based in Torrevieja, Costa Blanca, who set up the N332 website and Facebook page to help break down barriers.

WINDOW TINTING: A manufacturer’s certificate is required.

WINDOW tinting is popular on cars, both as a form of privacy, and to keep out the heat, but there are rules that must be applied when getting vehicle windows tinted or laminated.

Tinted windows are created when dark sheets are glued to the original glass providing shade for the occupants, protecting from UV rays and creating a cooler climate within the vehicle. There are added benefits in that the window will have extra protection from shattering as the sheet often keeps the glass together.

When it comes to approval of the tinted windows during the mandatory vehicle inspection, the legal requirements are clear.

The vehicle must have a certificate from the manufacturer of the laminate which must be

completed by the installer. Another prerequisite is that all laminates are properly sealed on car windows.

However, the law changed recently which now means that tinted windows are no longer considered a major reform of the vehicle, so an extraordinary inspection is no longer required so long as all other requirements are met. It is always advisable to check with your local ITV station before having laminate tinting, just to be sure.

As for the law and enforcement, firstly, it is illegal to have the front windows tinted in any way and both the windscreen and side windows must remain clear as per the manufacturers’ specifications. This same rule applies to stick-on sunshades.

For more news and articles visit www.n332.es or search N332 on Facebook

How are AGM votes counted?

I have just read your article ‘Can he enclose his terrace?’ Ten years ago we enclosed our terrace, and we now wish to legalise the extension. At the time we submitted sketches to the community president and committee, who gave full written permission. You say, following the revision of Article 10 of the Horizontal Property Law (2013), that two-thirds of the owners “in attendance”

You c an re lax.

First, I wrote that the authorisation to enclose a terrace requires a threefifths majority, not twothirds.

Votes at the AGM are c ounte d this w ay : i f thre e -fifths of ow ne rs

at an AGM need to cast a favourable vote for the work we had done. Or does this mean two thirds of all owners, whether attending the AGM or not? If the latter, would it be the task of the administrator to contact all owners? As there are 150 owners on our community and many of them are absent for most of the year, this could be a long process.

R H (Costa Blanca)

David Searl You and the Law in Spain

If three-fifths of owners vote in favour, the motion is passed

present or by proxy vote in favour, the motion is passed.

I f no absent owners protest within 30 days of being reliably informed of the vote, their votes are count ed as favourable.

Send your questions for David Searl through lawyers Ubeda-Retana & Associates in Fuengirola at Ask@lawtaxspain.com, or call 952 667 090.

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Cuarenta Y Tres is hailed as The Jewel of Southern Spain THIS year saw the launch of a new label on the bottles to appeal to a younger market

By Wendy Ann Cowham CUARENTA Y TRES is so called as this liquor 43 is made up of 43 ingredients combining herbs, spices and citrus fruit that are selected from the Mediterranean.

It was produced by the Diego Zamora Group which is a Spanish family owned company and was first established in 1946.

The company is still family owned and today the production of Cuarenta y Trez continues to distribute from the city of Cartagena.

With the infusion of the herbs the flavour results in a similar taste to that of vanilla, caramel and honey and the liquid is a wonderful golden colour.

The alcoholic content by volume is a little less than some spirits, with a rating of 31 per cent which also makes the liquor 62 proof.

by many as a longer cocktail drink tributed to more than 60 countries The original recipe was said to or as an ingredient in punch recipes. including the Netherlands, Mexico, have been discovered by the RoHowever you wish to Germany, United States and mans over 2,000 years ago and went take this finely Brazil. This year saw the launch under the name of Liqvor Mirabills produced liquor, of a new label on which means miracle liqueur, but be thankful that the bottles the recipe was lost in time. One true we live in the which have apfact in history regarding that tale is country of oripealed to a that all of the ingredients that make gin and that we younger marup Cuarenta y Tres were commonhave the first ket, which is place in Spain during the Roman shout! enjoyed Empire, but not readily available in the rest of Europe. Cuarenta y Tres is similar to an aged rum, many of the native Spanish enjoy it with coffee, and it is hailed by them as ‘The Jewel of Southern Spain.’

It is Spain’s best selling export and is heavily stocked in supermarkets and bars. It is internationally disLIQUOR 43: Made up of herbs, spices and citrus fruit from the Mediterranean.

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By Jason Bailey TABERNA DEL PORT is famous in Calpe for many reasons: the extensive menu, the sublime location and the ambience and service.

Sebastian and Ersilia have been running Taberna Del Port for eight years although they have been in the restaurant business in Calpe for more than 15 years. Ersilia said: “We offer the perfect dining experience whether you want a light meal for lunch or a three course dinner.

“We pride ourselves on offering dishes to suit every palate and of course with the spectacular setting we think

you will not find a better place to relax and enjoy the food.”

Taberna Del Port has a special relationship with the local fishermen who provide the restaurant with the freshest catch of the day. As well as fish they have sourced the best cuts of meat and the most succulent vegetables. The menu del dia is a little different, offering a variety of options so you can pick and mix from some delicious choices.

Another dish the Taberna is very proud of is their paella which can be made to your specific taste, whether fish or meat or a combination of the two. Ersilia said: “Our chef will prepare your dish to your

palate and if there is something you would like but do not see it on the menu then, if we can, we will cook it for you. We believe our customer is always right and we will always try to satisfy.”

There is another side to Taberna Del Port - it has regular live entertainment on Tuesdays and Saturdays and is also available for parties, birthdays, weddings and functions.

As well as having a first class restaurant

Tasty Tomatoes for a tapa SPAIN offers tomatoes in abundance, and lots of bars serve up some of the most delicious tomatoes picado (chopped tomatoes) that can be enjoyed on their own with bread, or as a side dish.

The tomatoes are usually marinated beforehand in virgin olive oil with chopped garlic or onions and spices to bring out the full flavour of the tomatoes.

Bars and restaurants vary in their recipes, but this dish is a must to try as a tapas with wine or beer to keep you cool during a hot sunny afternoon.

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MENU DEL DIA: Variety of options.

r views different functions the owners also have a cafe style bar right next door. Cafe Ole is perfect for those who want a refreshing drink or a naughty but nice ice cream. It also offers a wide range of hamburgers, sandwiches and rolls, all freshly prepared for you to eat in or to take away. The restaurant is situated right in front of the port just to the right of the Rock of Ifach and if you want to experience the best seafront dining experience in Calpe then book a table. They are open from 10am - 12pm and you are guaranteed a warm welcome.

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Try meat ‘Empanizado’ KITCHENS throughout the world serve their own version of this versatile food

By Wendy Ann Cowham TH E Spa nis h w ord ‘Empanizado’ in English means fried in breadcrumbs and

many restaurants serve up some very popular versions of breaded meat dishes.

The s e fla t fritte r type me a t c a ke s a re know n a s

schnitzels in Germany, Cot ol et t a or Scal oppi ne i n Italy and Katsu in Japan, so t he var i at i ons ar e wor l dwide and devoured by every

nationality.

In Cuba the breaded cutlet is prepared with a thin slice of sirloin, breaded and f r i ed and t opped wi t h cheese and a tomato sauce.

I n Mexi co t hi nl y sl i ced meat is breaded, fried and t hen used i n sandwi ches, (tortas) and usually sold at burger bars and street stalls.

The trend to bread and fry m eat s was al so pr act i sed very much in Texas back in the 19th century due to the arrival of German and Austrian immigrants who made the schnitzel with boneless meat thinned with a hammer. In Panama chicken is more commonly used as a f i l l i ng wher e t he f i l l et i s seasoned with salt and pepper di pped i n egg and crumbs and then fried.

I n Por t ugal t hey cal l a breaded fillet ‘Panado’ and the meat is heavily seasoned wi t h gar l i c, pepper and lemon juice and is served as a main dish with potatoes, rice or spaghetti.

So m any ki t chens throughout the globe pride t hei r own ver si on of t hi s ver sat i l e f ood whi ch has been around for centuries, so it seems like a good dish to sample.

Spai n has al so been a forerunner in history with t hi s di sh, so why not t r y your f avour i t e f i l i ng i n something ‘Empanizado,’ it may become your breaded favourite.

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Let’s go nuts in Spain with the great selection that’s available ALMONDS are the most widely consumed nuts as they are eaten fresh and used in many cakes and dishes

By Wendy Ann Cowham IF you are a nut lover, then it is good to know that you have a great selection here in Spain and they are an excellent source of protein and energy.

The most widely consumed nuts are almonds as they are not only eaten fresh but are also used in many cakes and dishes. Spain is the second largest producer of the almond after the United States.

Pine nuts are probably the most expensive type of nut as they are eaten as a delicacy and around 30kg of pine cones are required to produce only 1kg of nuts. Some varieties of walnuts are native to Spain, but the Romans were known to bring an Asian species of the walnut tree and cultivate it here.

Chestnuts originally came from Italy, also via the Romans, this nut has similarities to the acorn as they both contain a lot of starch.

Hazel nuts are grown in the Mediterranean, and as the negra variety is cultivated in Tarragona they car-

NUTS: A source of protein and energy. ry the PDO (Protected Designation of Origin). The cashew nut is mostly produced in Vietnam, Nigeria and India, but the cashew tree is native to Brazil. The cashew tree was used on the coastline of Mozambique to con-

trol the disappearing shore, and subsequently the seeds were widely spread by the wildlife there.

The common peanut is said to have been first cultivated in Paraguay, but farmers around the world were buying seeds in abundance in market places as they were mainly grown and used for animal feed.

Whether common or a delicacy, nuts worldwide are eaten to maintain a healthy diet, but for those with a nut allergy, here are nuts that you should take note of in Spanish: Peanuts are cacahuetes, Hazelnuts are avellanas, Walnuts are nueces, Almonds are almendras, Cashews are anacardos, and Pine nuts are piĂąones.

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The Pepino Melon, cool as cucumber THE Pepino Melon is a perfect fruit to enjoy during the summertime as it very low in calories, contains no saturated fats but is gifted with fibre, and packed with vitamin C. Native to Peru, this fruit is found in Spain, both in supermarkets and restaurants. It is green when unripe and looks like a cross between a cucumber and a melon.

It is known as pepino dulce which is Spanish for sweet cucumber. This fruit can be grown at 10,000 ft above sea level but grows at its best in a warm and frost free climate. Their relatives are tomatoes and eggplant and have adapted well to being cultivated in green houses and require lots of water to aid good growth.

It is called a melon but it is actually a berry as it in the nightshade family and it tastes like a cross between a banana and a pear.

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Ten hints for helping the garden survive the long heat of summer CHECK plants twice a day, increase watering time for drooping plants and beware fire risks Dick Handscombe

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By Spain’s best known expatriate gardening author living in Spain for 25 years.

ALTHOUGH the longest day of the year is past and evenings have already started to be a few minutes shorter each day gardens now face the 10 to 15 hottest and most challenging weeks of the year.

So here are a dozen ideas for helping your garden survive the summer without major disasters.

1. Walk the garden each evening and water any plants that have a serious droop.

Check in the morning that they have recovered their strength overnight.

2. If these plants are on a drip watering system turn up the pressure slightly or increase the watering time by five minutes a day.

3. Set up shade over delicate summer herbs and lettuces.

4. Remove non-essential leaves off tomato, pepper and

aubergine plants to reduce their water needs. But do leave sufficient leaves to give shade to forming fruits.

5. Stop feeding plants so that they grow slower and demand less water.

6. Keep ponds topped up to provide for cooler water at the bottom of the pond and underwater plants for the fish to rest out of the sun. Leave fountains on for longer if on a timer.

7. Only water in the later hours of the evening if possible so that the maximum of water soaks into the soil and minimum evaporates soon after watering.

8. If containers suffer unduly from the heat it is not too late to work some TerraCottem soil improvement gel into the compost around the circumference of the containers by making deep holes down to the bottom of the root balls with a narrow trowel or specially designed TerraCottem gun.

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MORNING CHECK: Make sure drooping plants have recovered their strength overnight. shade or provide shade with old umbrellas.

10. If in doubt about how much more to water, dig holes alongside some plants to check when the soil begins to become damp. A soil moisture metre is useful in this respect.

Recently I noticed that the gardening section of a major

El Cortes Ingles store had a good stock of these.

11. Don’t be tempted to plant new plants before the autumn rains.

12. Recognise the fire risks and summer regulations.

Don’t light garden bonfires or use wood fires for barbecues. Use gas barbecues, pael-

la cookers and solar cookers.

I used mine today to cook a wild boar stew. The sun was so hot it was ready in under two hours. Yesterday I cooked a dozen fat sardines on it in an earthenware skillet.

A kit for a metre-diameter solar cooker such as mine can be purchased from

in the swimming pool.

If you are about to start to lay out a new garden or revamp an existing one may I advise you to first read the booklet ‘How to use less water in your garden - A practical guide to waterwise Mediterranean gardening worldwide.’ It is available from Amazon Books for less than €5. ©DickHandscombe www.gardenspain.com June 2015

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By Wendy Ann Cowham MOVING can be a tiresome and stressful event and with this in mind it is always best to seek advice from the professionals.

Spanglish Hire provides a comprehensive and versatile moving experience. They are based in Britain, with their depot near the M5, and in Spain they are located in Murcia close to the A7-E15. This makes them ideally suited to assist your move whether you are in Britain, on the Costa Blanca or the Costa del Sol. Spanglish Hire offers two options when it comes to transportation. You can either hire them to provide a complete removals service where they will pack and load your items and then deliver them to the address of your choice, or you can hire a van from them and self-drive to your destination. They can provide a Luton van or for smaller loads they have a

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Spanglish Hire prides itself on arranging your move to your own specific details. They are fully insured for European removals and also have goods in transit cover and CMR. They will not load your goods and then deposit them in a warehouse for loading onto a larger vehicle. Once your goods are loaded, they will be driven directly to your address, thereby cutting out the chance of damage in storage.

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Paint effects are back in fashion THE latest ideas explore interesting colour combinations

By Steve Walsh

REGULAR MAINTENANCE: The secret to a nice, clean pool.

KEEPING your pool sparkling clean doesn’t have to be a daily, hated task, nor does it have to cost a fortune. Although different pools have differing maintenance needs, they all share one commonality, the secret to a nice, clean pool is regular and routine care.

If you choose to handle common problems like murky water or broken pumps on your own, make sure you follow manufacturers’ guidelines with machinery and chemicals.

However, apart from major issues, you still need to do a few things on your own to ensure your pool stays in good condition.

Simply by skimming, or using a long-handled net

to remove leaves, bugs and other unwanted items improves water condition and life. Vacuuming the bottom, and wiping the walls has the same effect.

Keep the water level topped up, damage will occur to the pump if it falls too low. Contaminants like ammonia or nitrogen build up over time, therefore chlorine levels need to be maintained.

If you live in an area that falls below freezing in winter, use an air compressor to blow water out of the pool’s plumbing when the swimming season is over. But apart from that, filter cleaning once a month and maintaining the chemical levels correctly should be all that is necessary for the summer months.

PAINT ideas that will transform your room can be created more easily than you think, and according to House to Home, it’s back in vogue.

Although the 1990s might not seem that long ago to us, that was the last time painting effects such as rag-rolling and marbling were all the rage.

The painting trend (although now more refined) is already coming back around.

It’s hitting fashion in a big way with crop tops, chunky platforms and bum-bags (yes, they are actually back on the high street!). And it won’t be escaping interior design, either; paint effects are back!

OK, we’re not talking Carol Smillie style where we were convinced we could change our lives by taping black plastic sheeting over the house, try out the paint ideas we learned in 15 minutes like sponging, rag-rolling and panelling, and frighten our neighbours with a big reveal. But the latest ideas explore interesting colour combinations, using colour in unexpected places and simple layering as well as skilled effects. Amazing feature walls

Amazing feature walls can be obtained with paint, without structural change, using some clever tricks and techniques. can be obtained with paint, without structural change, using some clever tricks and techniques.

Unless you are an experienced and skilled painter, it’s probably best not to try this at home, as they say, purely in this case because paint isn’t cheap, and getting it wrong will mean starting again.

‘Tone on Tone’ is a new effect, layering different tones of the same colour that can create a subtle but effective finish. When painting woodwork, a good rule of thumb is to go for darker tones for a smart, contemporary look.

Try painting adjoining walls in different shades of the same colour.

‘Unexpected’ is also a trend prediction for this year, which is about paying attention to those spaces in-between, the neglected areas that usually go unnoticed or low traffic areas.

To make something stand out that never did before may give an ‘unexpected’ surprise.

‘Zoning’ is a procedure where paint can be used to create zoned areas within one room by layering colours and shapes, adding focal points using geometric shapes within a space.

There are far too many styles and effects to list, but when you feel the need to revamp that lounge, a little research on the web will open up this new world of ideas available for the home this summer. Failing that, speak to your local interior designer, I’m sure he or she will bring out your inner Jackson Pollock.

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The rise and (continuing) fall of prominent British institutions…

Nora Johnson

Breaking Views Nora is the author of popular psychological suspense and crime thrillers and a freelance journalist.

To comment on any of the issues raised in her column, go to www.euroweeklynews.com/3.0.15/nora-johnson

MY, how some great institutions in their heyday in the last century have already imploded (like Jimmy Savile) while others seem to have completely lost their way - like Marks & Spencer, Tesco and the BBC. As for M&S, where to start with this 131year-old retailer? Despite a recent modest rise in sales, I can only repeat what’s been asked of it again and again. Listen to your core customers, get back to basics with good quality, well-made clothes and leave the sequins, netting (why is M&S so obsessed with netting?) and gaudy colours to others. You really can’t be all things to all people!

And Tesco? During the 1990s, it built itself into the biggest retailer in Britain and the second biggest retailer in the world. However, along the way, this ‘Tescopoly’ alienated sup-

SURVIVAL PLAN NEEDED: The BBC is damning itself into extinction. pliers, local communities and, finally, consumers alike. Only time will tell if it manages to claw back its market share.

And the BBC? Well, Auntie’s been accused, yet again, of “mind-blowing” inefficiency after its latest accounts suggest it spends less than half of its £5.1 billion annual budget on programmes, the remainder spent on offices, middle managers and services.

You’ll recall the BBC’s been criticised before by the National Audit Office for the costs of running its HQ and huge payouts for departing staff.

But who’s the least surprised by this? The BBC’s been managed for years by overpaid mediocrities who believe the label ‘public service’ means it’s the duty of the licence-paying British public to provide them with enormous

salaries for minimum ‘talent’. Even by public sector standards, this massively bloated and wasteful bureaucracy seemingly exists for its own good.

Slowly damning itself into extinction, the BBC is politically-biased and rapidly losing out to others with respect to quality, productivity and general coverage. Far superior drama and nature production is evident on other channels, news reporting is so dumbed down it’s meaningless and, frankly, it’s ‘Pointless’ discussing the licence fee when, reportedly, so many under-30s get their content on their tablets/laptops either free (iPlayer, YouTube, etc) or paid (Amazon, Netflix, etc). In 10 years, there’ll be hardly anyone left to fund it!

Like M&S and Tesco, the BBC, too, needs to start thinking long and hard about how it’ll survive in the 21st century...

Nora Johnson’s thrillers Landscape of Lies, Retribution, Soul Stealer, The De Clerambault Code (www.nora-johnson.com) available from Amazon in paperback/eBook (€0.89; £0.79) and iBookstore. Profits to Cudeca.

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22 years experience. Our team also has a qualified electrician & plumber. From Javea to Calpe. Steve 685 262 843 REFLECTIONS BUILDING SERVICES, all aspects of building work. 648 453 365 (231373) THE WHITE COAST GROUP. We carry out all types of property maintenance including air conditioning, electrical works, painting and decorating. Email thewhitecoastgroup@aol.com / Tel 634 374 074 (231183)

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AIRPORT SHUTTLE SERVICE, up to 7 people. Best price.

Free cold drinks. Phone +34 634 319 854 / immobilias pain@yahoo.es (231072)

BOATS

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CARAVANS CARAVAN L.M.C. Munsterland 495E. Length7.20m, weight 1,110kg. Truma Mover. Year 2008. Imported to Spain. Kept in garage in Ayora. €18,000.

Tel 963 145 194 / 603 657 045 (233852)

CARPENTRY www.dragonreforms.com.

Tel 966 807 098 Free quotes given. (231235) SELLING businesses in Spain for 15 years. Free valuation. info@businessbrokerspain.co m. Tel: 902 906 016 (231182)

CARS WANTED

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PURELY MAINTENANCE For all your maintenance needs - big or small, contact Carl on 965 878 866 or 669 218 928 email purelymaintenance@hot mail.com (229237)

CAR PORTS

DAMP RISING DAMP! We can cure Rising Damp, Leaking Flat Roof or Terrace. We can make your Underbuild Dry. Villa Repainting Due? We can protect your villa and stop PENETRATING DAMP with a Protective Coating. You can also pay in Sterling. Phone/email us now for a FREE survey. Tel 634 322 672 www.dryzone-es pana.com (239506) www.dragonreforms.com Tel 966 807 098. Free quotes given. (231235)

DRIVING SCHOOL WE BUY YOUR CAR, don’t sell your car without calling us first for your FREE instant quote. Tel 630 961 755 or WeBuyYourCar.es (238192)

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For all villa repairs, maintenance and small building works. Specialists in pool regrouting, filter and pump problems/replacements. No call out charge, no obligation quotes. Call 625 397 209, Javea (236043)

HEALTH & BEAUTY CHIROPODIST/PODIATRIST, Philip Mann, clinics in Benissa, Moraira, Javea, Calpe and Albir. 686 912 307 (239501) AVON calling. Contact Val, 677 286 280 or dingdongdaly@ hotmail.co.uk (233872)

HIRE SERVICES THE HIRE SHOP BENITACHELL. Tool Rental + Baby + Mobility Equipment for hire. Tel 966 493 810. www.thehireshop.net (238072)

INSURANCE

CASH FOR CLOTHES CASH 4 CLOTHES, Marina Alta. Tel: 603 288 350 (231247)

CHARITIES

I BUY RECORDS 50’s to the 90’s. Best prices for good records. Tel: 622 750 117 / 962 851 809 (233785) BRAND NEW, ‘AMERICAN COACH’ BAGS, UMBRELLA, SHOES, SUNGLASSES, PURSES. 966 865 033 (233938)

BUILDING SERVICES www.100percentplumbing.co m Call for a free quotation 965 835 939 (87006) MINI DIGGER, Dumper, Bobcat with operator for hire. Pedregeur based. Keith 639 620 448 (239557)

CHILDREN’S designer clothes free delivery to Spain, over 40 top brands inc Armani, Gucci, Hugo Boss, Moncler, Monalisa etc. New born - 16yrs. www.kidscavern.com. 10% discount on 1st order - use code Spain10 at checkout.

NEW Chesterfield leather suite. Ox blood. 3 seater, 1 wing chair, 1 club chair. Superb quality. Retail price over €3,000. Accept €1,500. 0044 7701 038655. pdavies53@hot mail.co.uk (233964)

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For more information email: campellocc@gmail.com or telephone Sue Bishop on 965 699 991 or 693 048 200 (233602)

CLEANING A1 SPECIALIST CLEANING. Carpets, upholstery, 15 years experience 965 058 177 / 697 511 071 marc@barnaclebills .co.uk www.britishbusinesspa gesinspain.es (239562) JENNY’S CLEANING, Fully Legal. 633 624 232 jennysclean ing@outlook.com (233863)

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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@euroweek lynews.com for more details.

CHAIN SOLUTIONS. BUSINESS TELEPHONE SOLUTIONS. No Hardware + No Maintenance + Easy to Use. Speak to us now and find out how you can benefit from our VoIP solutions for your business. With us there are no licence fees and no complications & no questions asked.

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MB ELECTRICS. Approved electrician. Any electrical reparation. Iberdrola bulletins. Affordable prices. Miquel 655 282 175 (233509) NEED AN ELECTRICIAN, moving meter boxes to boundaries, problems with meters tripping, new contracts, upgrading electrics. Mark 608 669 165. (235061) www.dragonreforms.com Tel. 966 807 098. Free quotes given. (231235) ALL washers/dryers/dishwashers/boilers/electrics in the house repaired. 626 828 974 (232153)

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PEST CONTROL CHEAP, all insects and rodents. 604 103 909 (232153) BUGBUSTERS BENIDORM. Costa Blanca Pest Control Company. Established 1994.

Call Lois Clark on 619 054 939. email bugbusterslois@ hotmail.com FOR ALL YOUR PEST PROBLEMS (233824)

PETS

LOCKSMITH LOCKSMITH/ELECTRICIAN/CA RPENTER for emergency safe opening. Altea area, call Michael Rice: 686 513 510 or Calpe area Sean Gannnon: 667 507 630 (225785)

MASSAGE WOMEN: Wonderful ritual Hindu. Men: Therapeutic massage. Facebook: Terapeuta en quiromasaje. Alicante, 676 717 014 (225083)

METAL WORKS

WE ARE currently the market leader in our country in the sale of direct car, motorbike, home and company fleet insurance. Since we started out in 1995, our philosophy has always been to offer an excellent service with the best prices in the market. For the most competitive quotes in English call Linea Directa on 902 123 309. (200726) WANTED Cars, vans, caravans, 4 X 4’s British Spanish 600 781 873 ibuyany car@hotmail.com (230250) CHAPA Y PINTURA LA PEDRERA. Paint & body workshop! Recognised by all major insurance companies. Efficient service.

We speak English! 965 731 816 / info@chplapedrera .com (239677) I BUY your car in any condition or registration. FOR CASH OR EXCHANGE 659 647 471 (226414)

PET-COURIERS.COM – If you love your pet try us first – we are the best. Door to door service throughout Europe. Specialised vehicles – bespoke service. Full legal service including documentation if required. For further information call or email us: Tel: (0034) 651 033 670 or (0034) 637 066 227.

Email: info@pet-couriers.com or www.pet-couriers.com (231443) NEED YOUR PETS TAKEN CARE OF? Not kennels, just a friendly home. Large fenced area. 699 790 080 Altea (228767)

PET CHARITY

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 suzicaley@ gmail.com (228718)

MOBILE MECHANIC MOBILE MECHANIC, region Denia - Javea. Call Autobastian. Tel 608 860 725 / email autobastian@gmail.com (233833)

MOTOR HOMES

FOR SALE: Renault Megane Convertible, colour red, all electrics, ITV to January 2016.

Year 2002. 128,000km. €2,690. Tel 965 724 911 (233837) MERCEDES E320 CDi automatic. Silver metallic, grey interior, air con, RHD, CD player.

Full history. Excellent MPG. Bargain €3,000. 0044 7701 038655. pdavies53@hotmail .co.uk (233965)

PAINTER/DECORATOR W. D GILMOUR. Painter & Decorator. Established 35 years in Moraira. Estimates FREE. Call William on 609 691 776 or 966 197 170. (233594) FAST, PROFESSIONAL, TIDY, GREAT VALUE & GUARANTEED covering Benidorm-Moraira-Denia. Free estimates provided. Luis: 639 246 298/966 868 077 (231153)

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PLUMBING www.100percentplumbing. com Call for a free quotation 965 835 939 (87006) www.dragonreforms.com Tel. 966 807 098. Free quotes given (231235)

POOL SERVICES YES YOU CAN HAVE A POOL - We design & install Wooden Above-Ground Pools.

Pools installed from 1,185€.

With above ground pools there is “No Planning Permission Required”. You can also pay in Sterling. Phone or email for a FREE BROCHURE NOW. info@piscinasmadera.com Tel: 634 322 672 www.pisci nasmadera.com (239506) ESTABLISHED POOL CLEANER, La Fustera to Cumbre del Sol. Tel 671 202 985 www.morairapoolclean ing.com (231237) NEED a new filter?. Summer 2015 offer, free glass/crystal upgrade with a new 5 year guaranteed filter! The best value in Javea!’ Regrout needed ready for the new season?

Quality work and materials at a great price. Get a no obligation quote today.

‘Need a new pump? Same day service Javea, min 2 year guarantee, best price in Javea.’ handyjavea@ gmail.com / 625 397 209 (237457)

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

ALBIR - Freehold bar for sale.

50 square metres. Front terrace, functional kitchen. All fixtures and fittings. €140,000 negotiable. 617 964 015

PROPERTY WANTED DO YOU OWN A VILLA in Javea/Denia and you still have empty weeks in July/August?

We have over 10 years experience and are happy to help you out. See www.cbcasas. com or call Walter at (0034) 666 327 729 (238080) WANTED! ESTATE AGENCY business as a going concern or owner direct listings of sale/rental properties, plots etc in Benissa, Denia, Javea, Moraira and surrounding areas. Please reply by email in the first instance to djmin mo@gmail.com. All replies will be treated in the strictest confidence. (233844)

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Insured with Royal Sun Alliance. Genuinely CARING service. FULL and part moves. ONLINE QUOTES!! www.bmceuropean.com UK 08456 443 784 / ES 634 344 787 FIND US ON FACEBOOK! (239719) SPANISH MOVES Small removals and deliveries.

Spain/UK Budget prices. Last minute jobs undertaken. www.spanishmoves.net. Pet transport also arranged in our air conditioned pet/people carriers. Telephone UK 0800 612 4922 or Spain 960 130 537 (236009)

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WASHING MACHINE BROKEN? Call BlueSky Repairs for all your domestic appliance repairs. Also TV7SAT/HIFI and professional Audio. Call 626 430 671 / 966 875 283 (233941)

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Excellent rates. www.costablancadoghoming.c om or call 965 698 052 (239584)

PIANO LESSONS PIANO LESSONS! All ages, all levels. Certified teacher. Tel 659 823 356 (233761)

DOGS & ALL PETS VERY WELCOME - 500 year old beamed cottage set in beautiful valley of the charming Jesus Pobre village, Javea.

Beautiful pool & garden. www.littlehouseinspain.com.

(234292) PEACEFUL, quiet, old village house behing Pego, Vall de Gallinera. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, new large kitchen, 3 terraces, big patio, splendid mountain views, 20 minutes from Olive beach. laliabad49@gmail.com / 965 756 969 (238019)

PROPERTY FOR SALE SPLENDID finca Jesus Pobre, 8,000m2, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, swimming pool, central heating. €750,000. laliabad49@gmail.com / 965 756 969 (238019)

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BENIDORM and surrounding areas. Two man removal. 678 067 163 (233810) www.thesecurestorage.com JAVEA. Inside & Outside storage. Great Rates for boats, caravans, lorries, etc. info@thesecurestorage .com. 965 797 138 / 691 890 962 (238179) VAN REMOVALS, Benidorm area. No job too small. Call 603 348 345 (231048) INTERNATIONAL and European Removals.

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ROLLER SHUTTERS REPAIRS, cords, slats, winding mechanisms, motors. Calpe + 40kms. Tony Bowers 659 464 992 www.toldosalchemy.com (232099)

SITUATIONS VACANT FREE accommodation in Spain in return for handyman work.

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DO you want a legal contracted position – in an office – administration – must possess common sense and a desire to work. Full and part time hours available. No time wasters please. Send cv to ssamantha328@gmail.com ENGLISH Telesales staff needed! In Javea office nr Arenal Beach. Basic, contract + commissions. Please contact Annie to arrange interview. 671 762 279 (231049) JOIN a leading real estate company - Due to expansion we are looking to increase our sales team. Must have sales experience preferably in real estate and have excellent customer service skills. The ability to speak Spanish / French or Dutch would be an advantage.

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Two for the price of one TOYOTA got in gear and pulled out all the stops as it was asked to deliver not one but two new models at the same time.

Toyota manufacturing proved itself up to the task when its Burnaston, UK workforce successfully completed the simultaneous start of production of both the new Auris and Avensis.

Volvo XC90 takes the biscuit CAR Magazine has named the XC90 as The Best 4x4, at the Car of the Year awards this year. The judges were so impressed with some of its main features they called it “perhaps the most significant new car in the company’s 88-year history.”

While singing its praises and noting the engineering, driving dynamics, interior quality, powertrain and design innovations, they marvelled at the starting price of £45,750 (€64,000).

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We all know that small cars are good for us. But so is cod liver oil and jogging!”

Some might say...

Maximum luxury and latest tech JAGUAR launches revised XJ range

By Steve Walsh WHAT with the launch of the new revised BMW 7 series, Jaguar doesn’t want to be left out of the fight in the luxury saloon car segment.

Hailed as a symphony of leather and technology, from next autumn we will have a revised XJ range for 2016.

New versions R-Sport and Autobiography benefit from an extra 25 horses while reducing fuel consumption by 6 per cent.

Not only that, but a push on the in-car technology front will see a multimedia computer premiere with multi-touch screen among other techno bells and

6% reduction in fuel consumption for the new versions of the R-Sport and Autobiography

whistles.

The maximum luxury and advanced equipment will certainly be a bonus, but with special emphasis on the performance of the three-litre V6 diesel, having been been thoroughly renovated to meet antipollution regulations of ‘Euro 6’, economy was a defining reason in the renovation package.

A new higher pressure injec-

tion system, injectors, and all new turbos, complete with their own with thermal management system improve efficiency, all help to up the performance figures from 275 to 300bhp, while at

the same time reducing consumption from 6.1 to 5.7 litres per 100 kilometres.

The petrol engines of 340bhp 3.0 V6 and 5.0 V8 550bhp will remain unchanged, and as with

MORE POWERFUL: New version Jaguar R-Sport. the diesel, are mated with an eight-speed automatic transmission. However, the all-wheel drive option is only available for petrol engines.

Traffic law update THE LATEST traffic legislation for motorists and cyclists in Spain may be common knowledge for some, however, what with the roads filling up for the summer, a reminder of some key points of law are highlighted here.

1. Helmets mandatory in cities for cyclists under 16.

Not doing so could lead to fines of €200 for parents.

2. Small children may not ride in the front seat. Police will be able to stop and fine drivers carrying children under 1.35 metres in the front passenger seat, unless all the

back seats are already taken up by other children also under the height limit (or the car has no back seats at all).

3. Fines for driving after taking drugs. The law eliminates the need to prove that drug use influenced a person’s driving. Now, all it takes is a saliva test; prescription drugs are excluded.

4. New speed limits.

While the current speed limit on highways and freeways is 120km/h, the reforms contemplate raising this to 130km/h. Penalties will be the same.

5. Ban on speed camera detectors and jammers. The new legislation expressly prohibits the use of speed camera detectors: drivers caught using them will be liable to fines of €200 and the loss of three points on their licence.

Speed camera jammers are considered much more serious and entail penalties of €6,000 and six points off the permit. Drivers with GPS devices incorporating speed camera detection capabilities will have to deactivate this option.

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Audi on show A RECORD 35 cars on its stand at Goodwood AUDI will have a record 35 cars on its stand at Goodwood’s Festival of Speed this year, ranging from classic racers to the latest production models.

The motoring circus kicks off today, Thursday June 25, and runs throughout the weekend.

LINE-UP: Entrants get ready for a modern-day reincarnation of The Cannonball Run.

Modball fever MODERN-DAY Cannonball Run but within the law

By Steve Walsh SATURDAY, June 20, saw the official start of this year’s European Modball rally in London.

The Modball rally is not so much a rally in the WRC sense, more like a modernday reincarnation of the Burt Reynolds’ classic The Cannonball Run, but within the law.

The petrol-head rally brings 180 soupped-up, modified, customised, tricked out, or just downright leery cars from over 20 countries for a jolly jaunt from London to sunny Spain via Italy, and all in aid of charity. OK... In aid of lots of parties, good laughs, car displays, blasts around racing circuits, showing off in the sun, and charity.

At the head of the start grid were the Ferrari La Ferrari, a McLaren P1, and the Porsche 918 Spyder. The ‘Holy Trinity’ Top Gear couldn’t get together. But with a field that’s open to all that pay a €2,500 entry fee and have at least two modifications to their car, the variety of machinery on display was phenomenal.

With their ‘Drive all day, party all night’ heads on, the Modballers are due to arrive in Barcelona today, Thursday June 25, after spending five fun- packed days (and nights) driving through Paris, Milan, Rome and Monaco.

‘HOLY TRINITY’: Ferrari, McLaren and Porsche.

Although basically an excuse for boys and their toys to have fun, the Modball Foundation is a non-profit charitable trust set up to give

young disadvantaged children the opportunity to experience the world of motor sport.

So everybody wins!

The masterpieces of engineering on display will range from race cars of the 1930s up to this year’s 7 R18 e-tron Le Mans entrant, not to mention the new R8 supercar.

Tickets are available from Goodwood.com or via the Goodwood ticket office on + 44 (0) 1243 755055.

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One Day Triples at El Cid SOME 20 teams from clubs as far afield as north and south of Alicante travelled to El Cid to once again take part in the One Day Triples event.

The format of three points for a win, one for a draw and one for each winning end led to nail-biting finish to an excellent day’s competition.

After four games of 50 minutes, the top four places were covered by just one point!

In third place were June Young, Ronnie Cairns and Bill Young from Monte Mar BC with 27 points. Second place was taken by the team of Ian and Hazel Brown from El Cid playing with Sheila Manser of Finca Guila BC with 28 points.

However, after a count back, the winners were the all El Cid team of Paul Trunchion, Bernie Isaacs and Margaret Gill.

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Tony Matthews

Nico Rosberg took the crown in Austria.

International Sports 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.

WINNING LINE-UP: El Cid members.

Three Clubs and a Putter trophy FRIDAY June 19 saw the annual playing of the Three Clubs and a Putter Trophy at Oliva Nova sponsored by John Day. There was quite a variety of club combinations chosen and John selected Geoff Willcock’s choice of five wood, five iron and gap wedge as the best on the day.

The finish for the prizes was very tight indeed with the top two separated by the count back on the inward nine holes

by only one shot, where the victor and 2015 Champion was Carla Chaszczewski with a level par 36 points, matched by another of the ladies, Glenys Cuming, who had to settle for second spot. Third place and adding to the family prizes was Neil Cuming with 34 points.

The society’s next game is at Oliva Nova on Friday July 3, for a Stableford competition sponsored by Colin Foster with a first tee at 8:56.

TIGHT FINISH: Top two separated by only one shot.

El Pirata Golf From Back Page

by Joe Sheehan in second on 33. The Silver section was won by Philip Harris on 34 points, beating Brian Ead with 31. Nearest the Pins were awarded to Joe Sheehan, Gary Cobb, and Graham Ball.

The 2’s were won by Joe Sheehan, Graham Ball, and

Tom Johnston, who shared the spoils.

The next two games have been arranged for July 21,at Las Colinas and August 18, at El Plantio.

If you are interested in joining the happy crew, please contact them by email at: elpiratagolfsociety@outlook. com

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FORMULA 1 – It was Nico Rosberg, Lewis Hamilton and Felipe Massa 1-2-3 in the Austrian Grand Prix. Starting on pole for the 45th time in his career, for the sixth time in seven races this term and his first in Austria since James Hunt, Hamilton couldn’t catch his Mercedes team-mate after an early mistake but still leads the driver’s championship by 10 points.

The GB Grand Prix from Silverstone is on July 5.

GOLF – Jordan Spieth (21) won the US Open at Chambers Bay course. He is the youngest player to win the title for over 90 years. Tiger Woods missed the cut for the first time since 2006; Ian Poulter holed the best putt of the competition and Aussie Jason Day battled vertigo to complete all four days.

TENNIS – Andy Murray beat Kevin Anderson 6-3, 6-4 in the final at Queen’s. This was Murray’s fourth win in this tournament as Anderson served 103 aces to no avail!

Earlier, Ivo Karlovic smashed a world record 45 aces in ONE game when beating Tomas Berdych in the Weber Halle tournament which Roger Federer won for the eighth time, defeating Andreas Seppi. Meanwhile, GB’s Laura Robson, back on court after 17 months, lost 6-1, 6-0 and has been granted a wild card entry to Wimbledon which starts next Monday.

CRICKET – England beat World Cup runner’s-up New Zealand in the final ODI by three wickets to win the series 3-2. Set 192 to win in 26 overs ‘Man of the Match’ Jonny Bairstow smashed 83 not out from 60 balls to steer England home after his side had been 45-5.

The series produced 3,151 runs at 7.16 per over; there were only seven maiden overs bowled (a record); an aggregate of 103,776 spectators saw the action and Kiwi batsman Kane Williamson was voted ‘Player of the Series’.

England who played a T20 game against the Kiwis on Tuesday, fly to Spain on Saturday for a short ‘break’ ahead of the Ashes series against Australia as follows: July 8-12 (in Cardiff), July 16-20 (Lords), July 29-August 3 (Edgbaston), August 6-10 (Trent Bridge) and August 20-24 (The Oval).

FOOTBALL – In the Czech Republic, England U21s lost their European championship opener 1-0 to Portugal, won the second 1-0 v Sweden and played Italy for a place in the

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Y BAIRSTOW steered England home against New Zealand quarter-finals last night.

England’s women lost 1-0 to France and beat Colombia 2-1 in their first two World Cup encounters in Canada... they played Norway in their third.

Brazil captain Neymar has been banned for the rest of the Copa America after being sent-off for head-butting an opponent at the end of his country’s 1-0 defeat

by Colombia. And Peru, Argentina and Uruguay are looking strong , heading towards the semi-finals.

Ex-Chelsea and England star Kerry Dixon has been jailed for nine months for assault. The incident took place in a London bar last year.

The opening PL games of 2015-16 are Arsenal-West Ham, Aston Villa-Bournemouth, Chelsea-Swansea, EvertonWatford, Leicester-Sunderland, Manchester United-Spurs, Newcastle-

Southampton, Norwich-Crystal Palace, Stoke-Liverpool and WBAManchester City. In the Championship, QPR travel to Yeovil while in Scotland it’s Partick v Celtic and Rangers (with new manager Mark Warburton) v St Mirren.

GENERAL ROUND-UP • The 2015 MotoGP season continues this weekend in Holland.

• Jockey Ryan Moore rode nine winners at Royal Ascot last week, beating the post WW2 record of eight achieved

by Lester Piggott (1965) and Pat Eddery (1989). Fred Archer

Mercedes took first and second at Austrian GP. holds the overall record with 12 wins in 1878. And Frankie Dettori rode his 50th Ascot winner of his career.

• GB’s women’s hockey team have qualified for the Rio 2016 Olympics by beating China twice last week.

DID YOU KNOW? Ninety years ago Cardiff City had a record 17 full internationals on their books... and between 1959 and 1968 Manchester United played 15 away FA Cup-ties without defeat.

GETTING SHIRTY! Congratulations to Benji Jackson from Camping Los Gallardos,

Andy Murray gets who was successful with a bid of €275 for the officially-signed 2015 Manchester United shirt which was presented to him earlier this his fourth win at week. The money goes to the PAWS cat neutering unit.

Queen’s.

And also... has anyone got a spare Scalextric train set (or even some odd parts)... for a local children’s hospital?

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Tricky greens FOR their second outing as a society, La Pirata Golf found Tuenda Golf a little challenging with some very tricky greens requiring a lot of concentration. However, some seemed to master the course better than others, while all agreed that they had enjoyed the challenge regardless of their scores.

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Orba Warblers Golf Society at Oliva Nova MAXIMUM turnout for one of the most popular events on the calendar

By Steve Walsh THE 20th anniversary celebratory month produced another maximum turnout on Wednesday June 17, for the playing of one of the most popular events on their calendar, the Barrell Texas Scramble, sponsored by John Barrell.

Oliva Nova golf course was playing short on the day which resulted in a shed load of birdies giving rise to some very good scores, so with 12 teams of four competing, the competition got underway in glorious June weather.

In fourth spot with a net score of 61.8 were Andy Loeber, Glyn Walters, David Rogers and Peter Gibson. Third place with a net score of 61.7 went to Mike Morley, Fran Dickinson, John Stent and Ken Robinson. Runners-up with a net score of 61.1 were Robin Wheatley, Rosemary Edwards, David Rowley and Arthur Rowley. However, the 2015 win-

POPULAR EVENT: Orbla Warlbers played the Barrell Texas Scramble. ners of the Barrell Texas Scramble trophy with a fantastic net score of 58.6, were David Knight, along with Margaret

Wheatley, Vicki Loeber and Tony Dickinson.

The next game for the Warblers will

be at Alicante on Wednesday July 1, for round 5 of the eclectic competition. You can book in for this game on 639242896.