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Mojacar bans swimwear and fancy dress in public
Almeria goes green
NEW measures to preserve a peaceful way of life
Shopping centre plans
After the council built extra city cycle lanes, bicycle sales have seen an impressive rise.
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Mojacar does not wish to become the next Magaluf, and to p r e v e n t t h i s f ro m happen i n g , t h e t o wn h a ll has brought out new rules to maintain a peaceful way of life in t h e sm a l l wh ite washed town. In Article 11.2, Rules of Condu c t , t h e we a r i n g o f s wimwe a r i n p u b l i c a n y where other than at swimming pools, on beaches and in beachside restaurants is banned. Another article bans the w earin g o f a n y i t e m o f clothing or fancy dress which may cause offence to the dignity or religious beliefs of others, or may be cons id e r e d x e n o p h o b ic , racist, sexist, homophobic or in any way degrading to anybody’s personal or social cir c u m st a n c e s. T h is does not apply during carnival celebrations. The mayor, Rosa Maria Cano, has said that the aim is to avoid antisocial and inapprop r i a t e b e h a v i o u r in public places. She told local Spanish daily newspaper La
Bikes spearhead an eco-friendly drive It’s all part of a big budget plan to transform the landscape for residents. See Page 4
Vera to consider new shopping space An Open Commercial Centre is on the table after Vera Town Hall representatives met to exchange ideas on how best to open up the town centre and boost the local economy. See Page 6
Treat for tapas lovers 50,000 tapas served during awards An award ceremony for the best local tapas presented hungry connoisseurs with the opportunity to sample Almeria’s finest and discover new favourite haunts to explore in the future. See Page 8
Million step challenge Albox residents join nationwide health project Within the next month a group of 50 local people will attempt to walk one million steps as part of an ongoing
Voz de Almeria that while the town welcomes people ce le b ratin g h e n a n d s t a g parties, they cannot be allowed to damage the image of the town because other p e o p le w h o v is it s imp ly want some peace and quiet.
The opposition socialist party, PSOE, with Manuel Zamora as their spokesman, has criticised the new rules, but the mayor says that they are based upon the requests of residents and business owners in the town.
project to draw attention to the benefits of good health and local community. See Page 66