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As the vote approaches SPAIN supports the British government over the EU By John Smith CONSIDERING the bellig ere n t p o s itio n th a t the a c tin g S p an is h F o reign Minister Jose Manuel Garcia-Margallo has taken with regards to Gibraltar, his p o s itiv e co mmen ts on Britain and the European Union following a meeting with Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond on February 15 have come as something of a surprise. In simple terms, he concedes that both Spain and the EU would be worse off w ith Brita in le a v in g the Union than if it remains following a number of changes to its terms of membership. It is very important to the British government that it obtains as much support for its proposals before the European Summit due to take place on February 18 and 19, when leaders of the member states will debate the reforms demanded by Britain to stay in the European Community. Understandably, there is

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Cold continues DENIZENS of the Costa del Sol can expect the wild weather to continue over the weekend, with the lowest temperatures of the year expected until

Saturday February 20 at least. Rain and wind will accompany the cold bringing a taste of the old country to homesick Britons.

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Mijas office a prime example to follow FOREIGN residents’ office will be a model for the future

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It seems to some extent a rather strange situation when an acting government, which is likely to be either thrown out or will have to stand in new elections in June, is able to make such a farreaching decision, but as the Spanish acting government is making such positive noises there is no doubt the British will be happy with the position they are taking. Clearly the next few days are going to be pivotal in the future of Britain and its membership of the EU, as if the Cameron proposals are rejected, there is no guarantee that the conservative party will even recommend a ‘remain’ vote when the referendum does takes place. Equally, it is possible that no final agreement or refusal of the Cameron plan will be the result of the meetings taking place over the next few days, but all UK passport holders who are entitled to vote in the referendum when it eventually comes should act as quickly as possible to at least ensure they are registered.

MEETING: The similarities between Mijas and Adeje were highlighted. By Matthew Elliott

BRITISH CONSUL in Malaga Charmaine Arbouin, has chosen Mijas’ Foreign Residents’ Department as a prime example and model for a future tourists’ information office the British Consulate intends to open in Adeje, Tenerife.

The Mijas department was one of the first to be created to tend to the needs of expatriates on the Costa del Sol, and has 31 years of experience to back it up, making it the perfect example to follow. During a meeting in Mijas, attended by the Consul, local Mayor Juan Car-

los Maldonado, Foreign Residents’ Department representative Anette Skou and Adeje representative Clio O’Flynn, the similarities between the two towns were highlighted, mainly that both have approximately 50,000 inhabitants, a large part of whom are expatriates.

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Minor respite for the Mijas donkey taxis LOCAL government will install a railing so they don’t have to be tightly tied up Photo by Alexander Tihonov via Shutterstock

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THE donkey soldiers of Mijas will see a minor improvement to their situation, which has provoked outcry far beyond the boundaries of the picturesque Costa del Sol town. Taking advantage of the low season in order to minutely enhance the working conditions of the so-called ‘Donkey taxis’, the local government will install a railing so that the animals need not be so tightly tied to the wall. The announcement has been made amid great fanfare by the department of transporta-

tion, with councillor Nuria Rodriguez posing triumphantly next to the donkey stands. She told the media: “It is a laborious work of metal and wood and will take about a month to install,” before going on to claim the donkeys “will have room to be more comfortable and avoid biting one another.” That last statement is likely to raise a few eyebrows among many of the passionate protestors who have fought against the perceived cruelty of the practice, as covered by the EWN. Many decry the difficult physical conditions suffered by the animals, forced to carry

tourists around the hilly streets in the scorching summer heat. The outcry reached fever pitch levels, when local expat Mark Bajerski captured two handlers beating an exhausted donkey on video and dispersed it across social media. Mijas Town Hall has since come under intense pressure to abandon the practice entirely, but has also faced strong demands from the donkey managers who argue that the taxi business is their livelihood. The news appears to hint at some measure of attempted compromise, but it is highly unlikely that the story will end here.

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Airport takes off A STRONG start to the year has been posted by Malaga airport, which began 2016 with 13.6 per cent more passengers and 9.4 per cent more plane movement than last year. National flights have been a major contributor to the improvement hav-

ing brought in an extra 20 per cent more people than usual. The UK leads the international passenger numbers with Germany a close second and France a distant third. There were more than 200,000 British passengers in January alone.

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Storms wreak havoc across Andalucia SIXTY different incidents were reported over the weekend By Kylie J Brennan ATLANTIC storms brought blustery winds, rain and even snow to southern Spain on Saturday February 13, resulting in 60 different incidents being reported from the Malaga Province and Andalucia. A Fuengirola woman was taken to hospital after being hit on the head by a falling tree during the weekendâ€™s stormy weather, reports from February 15 claim. She was walking on the Paseo Maritimo Rey de EspaĂąa at 1.30pm on Sunday February 14 when a flying branch made contact. Her condition remains unconfirmed. On Calle Alcade Jose Maria Llanos, in the Vistafranca neighbourhood of Malaga City, a man was also injured by a falling traffic sign and required the attention of the emergency services. On the Paseo Maritimo Cuidad de Melilla, also in Malaga City, a palm tree fell on a kiosk as gusts from the sea hit full-force.

FALLEN TREES: Kept municipal workers busy. Most of the 60 incidents reported in the province related to falling trees, street furniture, traffic signs, commercial plates and posters. East of Malaga, fallen trees also kept municipal workers busy after the storm with clearing up taking a number of days. Elsewhere in Andalucia, emergency ser-

vices fielded some 1,165 calls relating to trees, signs, wiring and traffic incidents. In the town of Huelva Aroche, the Guardia Civil is investigating the death of a three-yearold child who they believe could have lost his life when a falling beam was blown down on him at a farm.

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The intinerary of the Andalucia Cycling Tour has been changed

The cyclists will descend dow n t h e h i l l s, a n d flit across Estepona town, before returning to the Peñas Blancas mountain range. They are expected to enter Estepona around 2.45pm for those interested in catching a glimpse of the famous tour.

RENFE: Urban train from Malaga to Marbella would be a very expensive project.

Back on the agenda EXTENDED rail service from Malaga to Marbella is being considered again By John Smith ALTHOUGH it has been considered many times in the past, the matter of an extended rail service to connect Malaga with Marbella raised its head again, when Junta de Andalucia Development Councillor Felipe Lopez told Malaga Hoy that the Junta is ready to work with the Spanish government to consider the construction of the rail line to Marbella. This announcement has caused some surprise amongst other politicians, with

mayor of Marbella Jose Bernal saying that the central government would be responsible for the funding of this project, and in view of the current political situation nationally, he didn’t wish to comment too much on the suggestion. He did, however, warn residents that they should not get too excited by this news as it will be a very expensive project costing over €5 billion, and nothing is likely to happen for some time and certainly not until the State returns to a healthy financial position.

Malaga Provincial Council President Elias Bendodo also seemed surprised by the announcement of Junta de Andalucia and is reported as saying: “If the Junta wants to invest in the project it would be marvellous, but I have not heard Junta de Andalucia promising to invest money very often.” He did nevertheless confirm that in previous meetings with the acting development minister Ana Pastor, she had assured him that the new Costa del Sol train was a priority.

Officials are under fire A CABAL of former Benalmadena local government employees are being investigated by a Torremolinos jury. Nine ex-civil servants allegedly profited through irregularly processed commissions, while several police officers are being queried over their promotions without proper process. A total of 15 people are currently under investigation for the offences, with more names expected to come under fire. The charges were initiated by Malaga Public Services general secretary Francisco Jimenez, who suspects the accused of fraud, embezzlement, misuse of power and prevarication. The offences alleged took place during the regime of former PP mayor Paloma Garcia.

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PROBLEMS discovered on an Estepona road forced the organisers of Andalucia Cycling Tour to change the itinerary of the trial on Sunday February 21, which is also the last stage of the event. Bikers will instead go into Estepona through the Los Reales route instead of Casares road.

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BENALMADENA: Will be the site of a new British television show. ALREADY the subject of tv shows, films and documentaries, the Costa del Sol will be the site of another broadcast, as Leeds-based independent producer True North has selected Puerto Marina in Benalmadena as the site of new show Homes by the Med. It will be shown on Channel 4 and saw the crew spend three days filming across the

town, citing its architecture as an inspirational model for the set. The show is a new addition to the highly popular Homes by the Sea series commissioned by More 4 and has naturally been welcomed by the Benalmadena Council, who hope the small screen honours provide more tourist money in the near future.

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Car crash FOUR people were injured in a three-car crash in Benahavis on Monday February 15 on the A-397 road. Three men and a woman were taken to Ronda hospital after the incident.

Ferrari Club SUNDAY February 21 will see the traditional exhibition of the Andalucia Ferrari Owners Club in Benalmadena. Roughly 20 Ferraris will gather in Puerto Marina at 1.30pm before departing in a luxurious convoy to show off the brand.

Hiding out A NORWEGIAN fugitive hiding out in Marbella has been arrested by National Police officers on a warrant issued by an Oslo court. The 45-year-old was found guilty for defrauding banks.

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Support for Crece youth association THE Alcampo supermarket in Marbella handed over a cheque for €12,000 By John Smith THE Alcampo supermarket in Marbella presented the sum of €12,000 to Crece youth association, which is dedicated to helping disabled children and youngsters on February 17. The generous donation is given as part of the programme of an ongoing early attention programme aimed at children up to the age of six, who suffer from intellectual disabilities. It will meet the needs of 18 disabled children as well as their families in Marbella. The programme itself offers a combination of multi-sensory stimulation, motor rehabilitation, psychomotor, music therapy, aromatherapy, infant massage, psychology, speech therapy and physiotherapy, in order to respond as soon as possible to temporary or permanent needs presented by children with impaired development or who are at risk of suffering.

ALCAMPO: Supermarket is giving something back to society.

The Crece Association was created in 2003 by a group of parents of disabled children who were not able to find satisfactory answers to the needs of their children, whilst the Alcampo youth charity foundation is aimed to support associa-

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tions that take care of children and youngsters. Since its creation in 2012, the foundation has supported 24 projects all over Spain, and has donated more than €270,000 to these good causes.

THE Costa del Sol promoted its conference tourism facilities through several visits to different companies based in Madrid and Barcelona. Specifically, Costa del Sol representatives visited 12 companies in Madrid and 12 in Barcelona, according to Malaga Provincial Council. These meetings were aimed to present the activities and events related to the Malaga Convention Bureau (Malaga Conference Tourism department), as well as to promote Malaga as a destination for MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) tourism.

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Car park THE Balmoral car park on the Benalmadena coast will see 129 spaces sold off as a 12-year project finally came to a satisfying end. Mayor Navas visited the site to express his excitement and pride in the news.

Roof down A BUILDING destined to be used to enlarge the Spanish Modern Carving Museum in Marbella, had its roof knocked down by a strong gust of wind. Firefighters went to intervene and there was no collateral damage as the roof collapsed inwards.

Road safety MALAGA Provincial Council will invest €6 million in order to improve road safety until 2019. The plan will also include new protection systems for bikers.

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A fitting setting in Torremolinos

ANNIVERSARY ceremony will be held in late March By Matthew Elliot THE decade anniversary of the launch of the Andalucia tourism brand has found an extremely fitting setting in Torremolinos, the Costa del Sol town which has changed dramatically over an eventful 10 years. The commemorative ceremony will be held in late March and Torremolinos has been selected as a symbol of the future innovation intended for Andalucian tourism initiatives. Mayor Jose Ortiz has strongly welcomed the move as the first step in Torremolinos “regaining its reputation as the gateway to the Costa del Sol.” He welcomed closer ties with the regional government and said the Andalucian initiative would help the town break seasonality with health and educational tourism, and strengthen the cultural awareness of Torremolinos beyond the sun and beach.” The Andalucian Minister of Tourism also lauded the powerful role Torremolinos

TORREMOLINOS: Initiative will help the town regain its reputation. has played in catapulting the region to the forefront of global tourism. Javier Fernandez said the town has great potential and reiterated the importance of

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strengthening the sector, pledging to tempt tourists across the boardwalk to see a town flourishing with heritage, culture and gastronomy.

A BRITISH building company will construct the largest shopping centre in all of Andalucia in Torremolinos as part of a huge €650 million investment. With shops, restaurants, ski slopes, and a wave pool, the Intu built leisure centre is expected to create around 4,000 direct and 3,000 indirect jobs throughout its construction and after its opening. While the move is still awaiting the green light from the Andalucian government, it isn’t expected to encounter any significant difficulties. Torremolinos Council will receive roughly €15 million in building licence fees which will account for 20 per cent of its annual budget.

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Double death in Estepona NATIONAL POLICE are investigating the deaths of a man and a woman whose bodies were found with signs of violence in a house in Estepona. The discovery occurred at approximately 11.30am on Thursday February 11 at an address in Don Pedro, in the area known as La Gaspara. Media speculation suggests both bodies had stab wounds, with a 54-yearold Dutch woman and 30year-old Senegalese man the deceased. Local Police received a report of a woman covered in blood at the location, the attending officer is reported to have then placed a call for back up to emergency services personnel, who visited the scene and found the two people. A third party killing has been dismissed by investigators who are working on several hypotheses. The responsible court in Estepona has issued a gag order limiting media conjecture, until postmortem results are in and police have had an opportunity to examine motives.

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Fabulous Fuengirola’s cultural calendar

FESTIVITIES in 2015 drew an estimated 77,100 spectators

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SOHAIL CASTLE: Music event saw 7,000 enjoy performances from popular stars.

By Matthew Elliott TAKING a moment to congratulate his town on the remarkable array of c u ltu re fes tiv ities o n dis pla y th ro u g h o u t th e y ea r, t he c ulture councillor of Fuengirola revealed the terrific figures his department witnessed in 2015. Rodrigo Romero was pleased to announce that 107 cultural events brightened the calendar and drew an estimated 77,100 spectators, more people than the town’s official population. Stating that 2015 was “an exciting year full of news and activities that have been generously supported by the

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is the number of events that brightened up Fuengirola’s cultural calendar in 2015

public,” Romero highlighted that more than 40 concerts took place for the public eye, with classical music, jazz, flamenco, rock, pop and bossanova all represented. Artistic exhibitions were another central feature, with 17 organised in the tow n, w hile the re w e re a ls o 12 conferences, 11 cinema displays, six

theatre plays, five public talks, three book pr esent at i ons and t wo m agi c shows. Two festivals were of particular note. The Fuengirola City Festival which drew 7,000 people to Sohail Castle to enjoy fantastic performances from popular music stars, while April’s Rosa Night festival saw thousands cram into the town’s bullring for a night brimming with cultural activity. Plans are afoot to make this year even more satisfying for Fuengirola’s evident cultural appetite, and will be he lpe d by t he t own cel ebr at i ng i t s 175th anni ver sar y of aut onom y i n May.

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Brit wins illegal home judgment AN interesting judgement for Brits and others who purchased illegal homes in the property bubble days at the turn of the millennium, has been issued by a Spanish court. The bank where the money was transferred has been ordered to pay a British woman €238,000 plus interest. The woman never owned her property as the wider construction was deemed illegal and building works ceased. After a lengthy 10year legal battle she won against Marbella Vista Golf, but repayment failed to come forth after they were declared bankrupt. Now the Court of First Instance No. 18 of Malaga has ruled that Banco Popular must repay the money which was initially deposited with them, having dismissed their time limit defence as violating her legal rights. The bank can still appeal against the decision.

Notes on IHT in Andalucia By Antonio Flores Abogado/Lawyer LLM (Essex) Reg. Nº 4712 I.C.A. Málaga E-mail: aflores@lawbird.com Homepage: http://belegal.com/blog-by-antonio-flores

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ACCORDING to the right-wing party PP, 40,000 Andalucian families relocate to Madrid every year looking for a more favourable inheritance tax (IHT) treatment. The socialist-run Revenue and Public Administration Council has disputed this and states that records show that in 2015, there are no more than 81 Andalu-

cian families that have moved ‘abroad’ within Spain, 17 to Madrid. Whatever the real figures are, the size of IHT tax bills are undeniably different in both regions. As an example, a 40-year old registered in Andalucia (or any EU-EEA resident inheriting in this region) that receives by way of inheritance €200,000, will pay €28,250 to the Tax Office, as opposed to €285 in Madrid. In addition, the method to apply the €175,000 allowance is wholly imperfect due to defective law drafting. The consequence of this is that a person receiving estate under the €175,000 allowance (by the way 97 per cent of cases in 2015) from his/her parents will be exempt from IHT, but if that same person receives a further €25,000 (as in the

first case), he/she will be slapped with a €28,000 tax bill! This ‘tax bracket creep’ is one of the great challenges faced by Maria Jesus Montero, Revenue Councillor of the Andalucian government for 2016. Conservatives are all for eliminating IHT altogether between parents and children, irrespective of the size of the estate, on the remaining 3 per cent tax returns. Dealing with that relatively small 3 per cent gap will avoid the proliferation of illegal tax evasion schemes, using foreign companies or equity release mortgages, uncertain avoidance loopholes, nervously waiting four years and six months for statute of limitation to kick in, or outright rejection of inheritances, such as when the taxes to be paid are higher than the equity on those properties.

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Green oil UP to a dozen containers of used oil will be collected by Fuengirola authorities to later convert into biodiesel. It is part of a wider strategy to reduce the town’s carbon dioxide footprint.

New jobs SEASONAL opportunities will help Estepona supply an extra 250 new jobs this summer following an investment from the Andalucian regional government aimed at bringing the long term unemployed into the working world.

More beach THE REARRANGEMENT of Fuengirola’s central beach, with the reduction of the number of sunbeds from 330 to 270, has allowed the beach to increase its area by 1,200 square metres, according to the authorities.

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Fall of the McDentist THOUSANDS have their eyes glued on the news for developments By Matthew Elliott HOLIDAY rental homes in Marbella were among some of the luxurious possessions enjoyed by the chief of Vitaldent, Ernesto Colman, a man once dubbed by the American media as ‘McDentist’ for his successful franchising of his dental clinics. He, along with 12 members of his senior management, is now under arrest and facing charges of fraud and tax evasion. Once one of the richest men in Spain, the McDentist was privy to a fortune of between €500 and €600 million and had a well documented penchant for fast cars, luxury homes and thoroughbred horses. After the events of this week, thousands of people who have invested in Vitaldent or who use their services have their eyes glued on the news for developments. Colman, originally from Uruguay, established Vitaldent in Spain 25 years ago and franchised it into a highly successful

LUXURY HOMES: Marbella was part of the McDentist empire. business model which dominated the Spanish dental landscape and even made a brief foray into America. Ongoing investigations, however, have revealed that the leadership had engaged in a sophisticated scheme involving

Swiss bank accounts that laundered money and evaded taxes to the tune of €10 million. It is understood that Vitaldent as a corporation will continue its services as normal, but it is unclear at present the extent to which its operation will be af-

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fected by the scandal. The affair is a terrific fall from grace for Colman who had carefully cultivated his image as a self-made man who arrived from Uruguay in his 20’s with just €1,000 in his pocket and went on to build an empire.

THE pedestrianisation of Torremolinos t own cent r e has proven controversial am ong l ocal r esi dents, the complaints of whom have i nspired the calling of a plenary council session. The works have already begun and include the construct i on of a boul evar d bet ween Cost a del Sol square and Palma de Mallorca avenue. Numerous complaints have, however, been received due to traffic changes and t he r em oval of roughly 300 parking spaces. Now the PP has asked t hat t he project be reconsider ed, havi ng been one of t he cor ner stones of the PSOE party’s manifesto.

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People smuggling STRONG tides are suspected as the key factor in the increased number of African immigrants arriving across the Malaga coast in dinghies. In January alone more than half the total of 2015 landed on the shores of the Costa del Sol. Police reckon the source of the increase is the changing of tidal patterns which affect the immigrant boats, typically heavier and more at the mercy of the seas, arriving miles from the original destination. This is in sharp contrast to the hashish smuggling speedboats, which enjoy powerful motorised engines. Almeria and Motril are more often the target of people smugglers, but the authorities will be keeping a close eye on the Malaga coast should the new trend continue.

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Torremolinos Town Hall tells owners to renovate or sell COUNCIL launch a scheme to crack down on unsightly or dangerous property By Kylie J Brennan OWNERS of Torremolinos’ many derelict buildings may be forced to sell their properties if they fail to renovate them, reports from February 16 claim. As part of the ongoing regeneration of the tourist town, the council are launching a scheme to crack down on owners leaving buildings and plots of land in an unsightly or dangerous state. A spokesperson for the town hall confirmed that a Municipal Register of Derelict Plots and Buildings has been created under a new bylaw, and will single out those properties that “do not meet the conditions of construction, conservation and restoration laid out in the Andalucia Land Law (LOUA).” Maribel Tocon, Torremolinos’ Deputy Mayor, said the town hall would identify “buildings and plots in a ruinous state, in poor conditions or

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UNFINISHED APARTMENTS: Council hope the new scheme will improve the town’s image. with unfinished halted works,” and added that the new scheme was de-

signed to put an end to the “proliferation” of abandoned properties “for the

good of the town’s image and the well-being of residents.”

Dutch suspect walks free SPAIN’S Supreme Court has overturned part of a prison sentence being served by Dutch national Romano Liberto van der Dussen, after new DNA evidence implicating a British suspect was released. In 2005, Van der Dussen was

sentenced to 15-and-a-half years in prison for the sexual assault, attempted rape, injury and violent robbery of three women in Fuengirola. Two of the victims and a third witness identified Van der Dussen as the culprit.

Since his arrest, Van der Dussen has maintained his innocence, while his DNA was never found at the scene. In November 2015, a Fuengirola courthouse was sent a report by British Police, which confirmed that the DNA found matched that of Mark Dixie, a British man living in the area at the time. Dixie is already serving a 34year jail sentence for the rape and murder of a young British model in London in 2005. Referring to one of the three victims of Van der Dussen’s alleged crimes, the Supreme Court’s latest ruling confirmed that the new DNA evidence had allowed the courts ‘greater certainty in this case to exclude the participation of the accused in the crime of sexual assault.’ In May 2015, Van der Dussen said: “I have been in jail for over 11 years for crimes I did not commit. I have been through an indescribable hell.” He will be released from prison soon, having already served more than the nine years he received for his part in the two other crimes.

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Heart of a child A SPECIAL kind of heart surgery was performed on children in record levels at Malaga Maternity Hospital, as 102 operations took place. Extracorporeal surgery is carried out when the heart

has stopped beating and is emptied of blood. The surgery is extremely complicated and can often last longer than 12 hours, with one child’s heart having been stopped for more

than three hours. The death rate is very low at between 1.3 and 1.9 per cent, significantly below the minimum level of 5 per cent for a centre of this hospital’s stature.

Democracy bites A PUSH for greater transparency has seen the Andalucian parliament reveal the earnings of its representatives, with the unsurprising news that seven members from Malaga Province declared more than the regional president in 2014. Susana Diaz, leader of the Junta de Andalucia regional government, earned €64,072 gross but was outstripped by five PP members and two PSOE representatives, with PP delegate Patricia Navarro declaring an income of €92,636. Most of them moonlight as corporate agents or maintain council positions to earn extra.

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Winter flu rate is lower FEWER cases have been reported this year BEWARE, the flu virus is expected to stealthily spread across Malaga Province as the coldest days of winter grip the region. The flu rate has, however, been lower this year than othe rs on a c c ount of the warmer weather. Just 304 people were afflicted per 100,000 in the first week of February according to the Health offices, though of course this only includes those sick enough to seek medical attention. A vaccination campaign, which began at the end of October, has seen more than 217,000 vaccines administe re d throughout the province.

VACCINES: A total of 217,000 were administered.

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Man discovers he has 47 traffic fines WHEN a Mijas resident went to the Treasury department office regarding private issues, he found out that he had 47 traffic fines totalling €5,640. All of the fines were for exceeding the 80km/h speed limit on the A-7 road, as he had been spotted by a speed camera. According to the man, who takes the A-7 road every day to go to work, he had not realised about these fines because he had not received any notification from the Spanish National Department of Traffic. The driver has appealed against the sentence as he was not told about these penalties. In fact, notifications were sent to him, but to his former house in Elche (Alicante) which he left in 2013, one year before the first fine, and moved to Benalmadena.

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Cilla’s fortune A HUGE chunk of her riches was left to her three sons By Matthew Elliott ILLUSTRIOUS former television star, singer, and living room entertainer Cilla Black left a huge chunk of her riches to her three sons, and a small fortune to her housekeeper in her will. The Blind Date presenter, who took the music charts by storm in 1964 when the Beatles were at their peak, died in August at her Estepona holiday home. Her hugely successful career spanned five decades, over which time she accumulated a great deal of wealth and an impressive property portfolio. Black owned a number of luxurious properties, aside from her Estepona villa, including a Buckinghamshire mansion, a penthouse in central London, and a beachfront property in Barbados. Her three sons, Robert, 45, Ben, 41, and Jack, 35, will di-

CILLA BLACK: Accumulated a great deal of wealth during her illustrious career. vide an estate worth £15.2 (€19.49) million, before an inheritance tax of around 39 per cent is deducted. She also left a generous £20,000 (€25,600) to her longstanding housekeeper Penelope Walker.

One of Liverpool’s most famous daughters, the red-headed child of a docker was born as Priscilla White during the height of the Second World War in 1943, and began singing at an early age.

After her huge success in the 1960’s she went on to presenting fame in the 1980s and 90s. She continued making special television appearances well into her later years, including in ITV’s Benidorm in 2011.

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HOLLYWOOD BLOCKBUSTER: The scene resembled The Fast and the Furious. WITH more than 500 people gathered, straddling both sides of the road crammed with parked cars creating a runway effect in the centre, the Friday night scene resembled Hollywood blockbuster The Fast and the Furious rather than an abandoned industrial estate. Incognito police, acting on reports of sightings of illegal races, scouted out the scene before launching a crack-down on the estimated 300 cars in Trevenez, Malaga. Police swooped in the middle of a race and arrested one of the drivers, a 23-year-old now being

charged with road safety offences, while the others escaped. Two squad cars were required to disperse the scene, pulsing with youthful enthusiasm. Officers are now snooping around the area on weekends, carrying out vigilance operations where they perform alcohol and drug tests on passing drivers. The quest seems redundant, however, as investigators believe the group organise the races via WhatsApp or social media and move from town to town to perform their daredevil stunts.

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will soon hit Malaga A PROJECT for taking cruise passengers to the city centre is currently being studied By Matthew Elliott IN a few months, Malaga City residents will be able to see the first driverless electric vehicles. A project for taking cruise passengers to Malaga city centre in electric minibuses is currently being studied. Javier Coleto, one of the managers of Tecnalia Technology Centre, explained that it consists of robotic systems which will be connected to the arriving cruise so the vehicles could be able to pick the passengers up. In addition, the customers could call them through a smart phone app. However, the vehicles will carry a human driver in the beginning so people can get

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PROTOTYPE: Driverless bus in Leon.

used to this new way of transport. Regarding their safety, Coleto said they have a computer with all the maps of the places where they are working in high quality 3D. Moreover, they have a GPS that connects them to the satellites so they will be able to know where they are at all times. In the event of bumping into someone, they have radars and cameras that make them able to stop when encountering an obstacle. The speed is limited between 25 and 30 km/h. The first test run will take place in San Sebastian. Concerning Malaga, dates have not been established yet but Malaga Town Council, Malaga Port and interested companies are already in conversations.

Kayakers raise funds for charity SEVEN intrepid kayakers who call themselves Benalmadena une continentes (Benalmadena joins continents), undertook a fairly perilous journey to cross the

Strait of Gibraltar, which they did on the fourth attempt on January 30 in a record time of three hours and 40 minutes. Apart from the satisfaction of achiev-

ing their goal, they also raised â‚Ź800 thanks to sponsors and upon their return, presented this sum to the Cudeca Cancer charity.

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THE stashed loot of a brazen robbery was recovered from a young man who has been arrested in Marbella. A relative of the victim, the 20-year-old was spotted trying to offload his haul of 29 watches valued at â‚Ź80,000 to a pawn shop in Estepona.

FOOTBALL TEAM: Jetting out to the sun to enjoy a weekend free of fixtures.

Middlesbrough FC travel to Marbella THE smoggies will be swapping the cold damp pitches of Riverside Stadium for the warm Marbella sunshine as they enjoy a weekend free of fixtures. The Middlesbrough FC squad is jetting out to the sun to energise themselves ahead of their push for Championship glory and potential Premier League football next season.

Coach Aitor Karanka has taken the team out to southern Spain before for a four-day training camp, and this would mark their fourth visit to their favoured Marbella facilities. Their heat-seeking journey should put rest to any suggestions that some kind of a winter is gripping southern Spain.

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SPANISH PENSIONERS: Use their pensions to maintain their families.

Pensions ruined CAUSED by cutbacks in social services and unemployment By Matthew Elliott MORE than 30 per cent of the 251,000 Malaga Province pensioners use part of their pension to maintain their families. It is another consequence of the crisis, which has placed on elderly people the responsibility of maintaining their unemployed family members. Out of those 76,000 pensioners, 70 per cent use their entire pension (around â‚Ź893 in Malaga) to maintain their families. These figures are included in the report

made each year by Comisiones Obreras (Workers Commission) union about elderly people, which also shows that the percentage of Spanish pensioners that have to choose between paying electricity, rent or buying fish or meat has increased from 5.5 per cent in 2012 to 15 per cent in 2014. According to general secretary of Comisiones Obreras, these figures are not only caused by unemployment, but also by cutbacks in social services and aid for necessities including medicines.

A NOISE measurement survey conducted by the city council in partnership with Madrid Polytechnic found that all 41 of the tested areas exceeded the established limit of 55 decibels for Malaga evenings. Noise levels hit a peak on Saturdays and, though there are high moments, maintain a constant minimum throughout the night. The measurements were carried out over the course of eight months and unsurprisingly found the main source of volume to be bars, clubs and restaurants. Whether as a consequence of the

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NOISE LEVELS: Peak on a Saturday. study, or whether the study was commissioned for this purpose, the results are being used to justify regulated closing times, limiting terrace tables and enforcing acoustic isolation measures.

Schools closed due to pine processionary caterpillars DUE to increased reports of infestation by the pine processionary caterpillar, the San Roque Council took unprecedented action to send fumigators in to schools in San Enrique and Guadiaro during weekdays rather than the more traditional weekends. In addition, workers were sent to examine trees and to

re mo v e an y s u s p ec te d nests as these annoying insects can be poisonous to animals and cause irritation to humans. Local councillor responsible for health Maria Teresa B en itez mad e it c le a r t he council was treating this as top priority and that parents could be comforted in the fact that the council is act-

ing very quickly and thoroughly to ensure the outbreak is dealt with. In addition, the company currently undertaking eradication work is being asked to submit a plan to ensure that steps are also taken in the autumn to protect the trees and combat the caterpillars and moths which can live for up to two years.

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New rules for rentals to tourists Owners are entitled to THAT the Andalucian govcollect a deposit of 30 per ernment have recently cent of a total price, passed a decree to regulate which must include the tourist accommodation is By José Luis Navarro supply of water and elecnow fairly common Solicitor for tricity and quite a few othknowledge. What is not so Intercala Administration joseluis@intercala.com www.intercala.com er levels of service and well-known is how the with Pete Woodall, Woody’s Los Boliches comfort a tourist can reanew legislation affects sonably expect. owners of rental accommoThese include amongst dation and their relationothers; cooling and heating tract clients by other means ship with their community. (air-conditioning) a first aid are not affected. Decree 28/2016, February kit, adequate bedding, local 4. Property or properties 2, only applies under the foltourist information, an emerare rented out to any one client lowing conditions, if these gency contact telephone numfor less than two months. Acconditions don’t apply, then ber and a complaints book. commodation lent to friends neither does the new law. Furthermore rooms must be or family for example, without 1. Owners having one and of a minimum size, have extepayment, is exempt from the no more than two properties rior ventilation, windows with new tourist accommodation for rent within a kilometre of blinds or curtains and be adelegislation. each other. For example in the quately furnished. Evidently If a property does not fall same block or urbanisation. there is a grace period to fully under these conditions, then Owners who have three or comply, even so owners the new legislation simply more properties - within a should probably use the next does not apply. However, if a kilometre of each other - are few months wisely. rental property can be decovered by another and far Even if the tourist accomscribed as above, then the more stringent law. modation is a room or rooms owner must comply with the 2. The property accommoin a private house for only new obligations as laid out in dates a maximum of 15 people short term rent - one night and the decree, which should be in and is located in an urban area less than two months - when force quite soon (May 2016) and not in the countryside. the owner lives in the same or face a rather large fine. Tourist accommodation in desproperty, then the new decree The obligations specify all ignated rural areas is regulated applies and therefore the consuch accommodation must be by different regulations. ditions. registered on the Registro de 3. The accommodation is Fortunately this does not Tourismo with the Junta de promoted and advertised turn everyone into an acAndalucia. That tenants are through typical tourist chancommodation entrepreneur given a contract showing the nels, for example a travel overnight, paying and collectdetails of their rental and there agent or a website, with the ing IVA (VAT) etc, the conis a registration book to record possibility of making a prior tract and a simple receipt are each client’s details. reservation. Owners who atsufficient, and any income taxes payable stay the same as it was under the previous regulations. As far as the community goes they have very little to say about it. Tenants should be made aware of the community rules, especially those regarding swimming pools etc, and be expected to follow them or possibly face eviction within 24 hours. Even if the community statues prohibit the use of private property for commercial purposes, this does not apply to renting out property for short term accommodation. As usual, we the solicitors for Intercala Administration advise our readers to seek competent advice on this new legislation regarding tourism and in all matters regarding the law.

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ITEMS SEIZED: Included more than a metric ton of hashish and a luxury vehicle.

Drugs ring disbanded by the Guardia Civil THIRTEEN arrests were made on the southern coast of Spain By Matthew Elliott A MONTH-LONG operation has finally seen some fruit as the Guardia Civil broke up a classic drug trafficking ring smuggling hash between Morocco and Spain. More than a metric ton of hashish was seized and 13 arrests were made across Malaga and Cadiz Provinces. All of those apprehended were Spanish and

they were captured at a variety of homes across the southern coast. A luxury vehicle, counterfeit licence plates, extensive documentation and two firearms were also seized. The operation was conducted by the Organised Crime and Drug Enforcement wing of the Guardia Civil which frequently scours the southern waters for suspicious vessels, and first noticed this particular operation in October 2015.

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Harmony of the Seas visits FEATURES an amusement park and an aqua theatre

HARMONY OF THE SEAS: The biggest cruise ship in the world. By Matthew Elliott THE biggest cruise ship in the world, which features a bar staffed by robots, will be among five of the most luxurious passenger vessels across the seven seas which will dock in Malaga this year for the first time. The Harmony of the Seas, a Royal Caribbean leviathan of a ship, will be on the Costa del Sol on June 3 as part of its inaugural journey. The enormous ship has 20 restaurants, 2,394

passengers, 16 decks and 2,747 cabins. It can hold more than 5,000 passengers and features state rooms with virtual balconies, an amusement park and an aqua theatre. It is more than 2,000 tons heavier than its nearest rivals, the Oasis and the Allure of the Seas. Meanwhile April 27 is expected to be the busiest day of the year for Malaga port as seven cruise ships are expected to dock, six of them in the shadow of the brand new Viking Star which boasts a glass door swimming pool.

Budget announced AN increased budget for Malaga will see €733 million available for spending across 2016, an increase of 4.2 per cent on last year according to city mayor Francisco de la Torre. The budget is expected to be approved in a plenary session before Easter. The higher funds reflect

the growth of individual incomes and burgeoning economic activity in the city. Revenues account for €451 million, while €236 million come from the national government and €43 million from the Andalucian regional government. The main parts of the municipal budget will be social

expenditure (€81.8 million), environment (€177 million), jobs and innovation (€35.1 million) and culture, education and tourism (€50.7 million). Meanwhile an additional €62.8 million will be invested in around 300 public works, including the construction of a green space on Guadalmedina river.

Swimmers to help child TWO friends from Malaga have wanted to swim across the Straits of Gibraltar - which is nine miles wide at its narrowest point - but only wanted to do so, if their efforts could help a deserving cause and now they have found one. Jorge Luque and Sebastian Alvarez have an-

nounced that they will undertake the challenge in May and will raise funds for Juan Jesus, a six-year-old child with cerebral palsy whose unemployed parents face considerable expense as the child grows and his needs increase. It is likely that any money raised will be used to adapt the bathroom.

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Big project A HUGE project in Estepona will see the construction of four new roads, opening up an alternative route to Puerta del Mar secondary school, and the laying of underground gas pipes and telecommunications facilities.

Annual run A FIVE kilometre run ended in a flourish of colour, music and dance as Malaga celebrated its annual Holi Run. Thousands of people participated, walking or running, with some disguised or with their pets.

Road works ALHAURIN DE LA TORRE will have a new access in its north side. The budget for this new road is €580,000 and it is expected to take five months once the works are started.

FAKE GOODS: Found in an industrial estate.

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Body of woman discovered in San Roque NEIGHBOURS of a woman who l i ved al one i n San Roque were worried by the f act t hat she hadn’t been seen for some time and when a strong smell started to be noticed, they alerted the authorities who immediat el y r esponded wi t h police and firefighters attending. When they were unable to

receive any answer to their knocki ng on t he door, a fire-fighter had to climb up to the balcony on the first floor of the building in order to gain entry through a window. Unfortunately the woman had died some days earlier, although it is believed that her death was due to natural causes.

ORIGINALS normally fetch between €70 and €499 By Matthew Elliott AN incredible 45,000 fake purses have been seized in an industrial estate by Malaga police who estimated the haul could have brought a profit of more than €90,000 to the crime syndicate involved. The operation was initiated when police received a call from a Longchamp purse company representative who had s ig h ted a s e llin g point of pira te d

Longchamp goods. The officers went to the scene and inspected the building. Although the 28year-old shopkeeper, who was the son of the owner, had all the necessary permits, the items were fake, and the owner is currently under investigation. Apparently they were selling the pirated purses for €3 a piece, while genuine brand originals would typically fetch between €70 and €499.

Parking outrage IN what will surely be unsurprising news to frequenters of the city, Malaga has been named one of the 10 worst Spanish cities in which to find a parking space. Information gleaned from the Wazypark mobile app found that the worst times to find a spot were between 9am and 11am and from 5pm to 9pm. Madrid, Barcelona and Valencia were the three worst offenders, while Saturdays in Malaga were considered the worst day for street parking, particularly during peak shopping hours from 1 to 5pm.

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VISITORS: Many arrive during weekends or local holidays when shops are shut.

Top marks for Malaga TOURISTS are content with cleanliness, safety and the sights By Matthew Elliott AS a popular cruise ship destination, M alag a i s n o st r a ng e r to th o u s a n d s of seafaring visitors arriving throughout the years. During this time, surveyors have been painstakingly mapping satisfaction levels in order to know what tourists want and how local facilities can improve. An extensive report has seen Malaga given top marks as cruise tourists register con-

tentment with cleanliness, safety, sights and accessibility. An overall mark of 5.75 out of seven was afforded the gateway to the Costa del Sol, with Americans, Brits and Germans being the most examined groups. A mo n g the mos t c ommon c ompla ints were the relationship between quality and price, and the flexibility of opening times, especially since many cruises arrive during w e e k en d s or loc a l holida ys w he n ma ny shops are shut.

Haute Cuisine for three young chefs TH REE y o u n g Ma la g a chefs are in the running for winning the fourth Haute Cuisine Promises award, given b y t h e p r e st i g i o u s cooking school Le Cordon Bleu (Madrid), which has pos ted o n Fa c e b o o k th e recipes of the three Malaga contestants. Users can start voting for their recipes in order to help them reach the final.

The chefs are Andrea Cervera Diaz and Ana Isabel De Luca Gil, from Benahavis Hospitality School and Maria Esther Pineda Gil, from Jacaranda secondary school, in Malaga. A professional jury composed by members of Le Cordon Bleu will assess the video recipes presented by the participants. They will choose 10 finalists out of

the 50 contenders from 18 Spanish provinces. However, the number of likes that their recipes collect on Facebook will contribute to 15 per cent of the final marks. The grand finale will take place in Madrid on April 16, a nd the w inne r w ill ge t a grant for studying a cooking course valued at more than â‚Ź21,000.

Beach fair for suppliers THE beach sector saw an annual gathering of its local luminaries at the Palacio de Congresos in Torremolinos, as close to 1,000 businesses participated in the fair flaunting more than 60 products, services and solutions. Known as Expoplaya, the beach fair takes place each year and acts as a forum for business owners to meet suppliers and

government officials. Key figures included representatives of chiringuitos, kiosks, sports facilities and sea areas, with delegates from Galicia, Catalunia, Levante and Mallorca also making an appearance. Officials were keen to point out that tourism is not merely a sector, but a key business that promotes job creation.

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There is no need to worry IN what will hopefully not prove to be an ominous set of famous last words, an Andalucian expert in epidemics has declared Malaga Province to be at low risk of experiencing a widespread outbreak of the Zika virus. Carmen Montano from the regional health department notes that 75 per cent of those affected show little symptoms, while those that do typically make full recoveries. Those at risk are travellers to South America where the mosquito borne virus has erupted, in particular pregnant women, whose unborn babies could be severely affected if they contract Zika. News of the epidemic has swept across the world as millions in Brazil struggle to contain the outbreak with the authorities facing a huge challenge ahead of the summer Olympics.

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Q for tourist quality AWARD is for prestige, loyalty and promotion AVERAGING a hectic 300 visitors per day, the Fuengirola tourist office attended to more than 90,000 people throughout 2015. The number reflects those seen in person and does not include those helped by email, phone and through the website. The tourist office has now been honoured with the Q of touristic quality. This award is bestowed upon establishments which demonstrate prestige, differentiation, loyalty, rigorousness and promotion.

TOURIST OFFICE: Visitors averaged 300 per day in Fuengirola.

Fundraising for World Kidney Day WORLD KIDNEY DAY ta ke s pla c e on M a rc h 10 2016, which this year focuses on the important theme of Kidney Disease and Children - Act Early to Prevent It. Specsavers Opticas stores in Spa in ha ve a nnounc e d that they are getting behind this event and will be raising money and distributing information about the cause from February 15 until March 15. The global optical brand has been inspired to support this important cause, after Martin Blake, the director of Specsavers Opticas in Mallorca, came to the rescue of his brother-in-law a nd dona te d a kidne y in March 2015. His brother-in-law was seriously ill, receiving dialysis at the hospital for seven hours, five times a week

€1,300 to date Martin and his team have raised the above sum for this worthy cause.

whilst he waited for a donor and became weaker. The waiting list for kidneys in the UK is over four years and the doctors didn’t t hi nk he had t hat l ong t o l i ve. Mar t i n br avel y put himself forward as a donor and since the transplant his brother-in-law is responding very well. Throughout 2015 Martin and his team have been raising money for Kidney Research and to date have coll ect ed €1,300 f or t hi s worthy cause. All the other stores were

so impressed by his sacrifice and commitment, that they have also got behind Kidney Research and will all be raising money for the Spanish kidney research charity ALCER in the run up to World Kidney Day. Mar t i n com m ent ed, “I t was amazing to be able to save a life by becoming an organ donor and seeing the difference it has made to my brother-in-law’s life has been wonderful. “However, we’re aware t hat on aver age a ki dney transplant only lasts 10-15 year s and t hen t hi s cycl e coul d st ar t agai n i f new treatments or cures haven’t been discovered. This is why I am now raising money to fund the research which will hopefully find the cure and stop the misery of dialysis, and waiting for a donor. ”

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Ode to a dancer ARTISTIC life saw him begin dancing at the age of 10 By Matthew Elliott A DANCER who led an incredibly rich life full of experienc e s h a s d i e d a t th e age of 86. Born in Malaga in 1929, Eusebio Valderrama lived

the kind of existence one w o u ld e x p e c t fro m his name, dancing before such h is to ric a l lu min arie s a s Pablo Picasso, Charlie C h a p lin a n d th e S h ah of Iran. His intense artistic life

Exam! What exam is that? A UNIVERSITY professor forgot that his class was sitting an important exam and never showed up leading nervous students to approach the vice-dean who then tried to contact the awol economics tutor. Now members of the economics department at Malaga University are scrambling to come up with a new date after the director admitted it was the first time heâ€™d seen such an incident in 20 years of teaching. The forgetful professor has apologised profusely for causing the mayhem and offered no excuse other than sheer absent-mindedness.

saw him begin dancing at the age of 10 and go on to secure legendary status as an artist. He was twice imprisoned in the Franco years due to his homosexuality and later became a champion of gay rights in Spain.

Protecting the homeless THE severe consequences of the cold weather combined with relative humidity can include hypothermia, which is why the Malaga Council is unveiling a new initiative aimed at protecting homeless people from the upcoming cold spell. Blankets, winter clothes, and information on keeping warm will be provided and some vulnerable people taken to shelters. Volunteers will be on the streets between 10pm and 3am to help.

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Wheeling and dealing thief A STOLEN bicycle operation controlled by an enterprising young man has been shut down and the 27-year-old placed under arrest. Police in Malaga have seized 21 bikes sold to different second-hand shops after being nicked on public streets. Th e b i k e s r a n g e d in valu e f r o m € 1 5 0 to

€ 1 , 0 0 0 an d w e re s o ld between October 1 and November 15, 2015. Six of the victims have been identified and their bikes returned, while the rest languish in the police station. If y o u b e lie v e y o u r mis s in g b ik e may b e amo n g th em y o u c a n co n ta c t m a la g a . c o m praventas@policia.es.

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Malaga city’s pets triumph as council pledges protection DOMESTIC animals must be registered with health centre Photo credit: shulgenko / shutterstock

A GOOD DAY: Dogs may soon be allowed in Malaga’s public buildings. By Kylie J Brennan FEBRUARY 11 was a good day for animals in Malaga, as the Department of Environ-

mental Sustainability confirmed that a draft ordinance to govern their protection has been submitted to decisionmakers, including vets and animal protection agencies. The new regulations, which will replace those currently in force for pet owners, make several recommendations for the treatment of animals in the autonomous region. Just one day after Madrid Council announced plans to let dogs travel on its subway, with a handful of exceptions to the rule, Malaga has declared

plans of a similar scheme, which could see dogs riding on the city’s public transport by summer 2016. In addition to the relaxed rules regarding transport, the draft ordinance stipulates that dogs will be allowed in public buildings including hotels, bars and restaurants. An exception to that rule will be areas responsible for food-handling, manufacture, storage or transport, as well as entertainment and sports venues, who must give advance warning of any intended ban to council officials. The councillor for Environmental Sustainability, Raul Jimenez, described his department’s aims, saying “We want Malaga to be an animal-friendly city, in which our pets are protected not only by the citizens but also by legislation that protects their rights.” The draft ordinance also includes strict regulations to stamp out animal abuse and

will prohibit the use of ‘punishment’ collars and extendible leads for dogs over 15kgs. Additionally, all domestic animals must be registered with the municipal animal health centre and their owners must provide necessary documentation to prove they have no previous charges (within the last five years) for offences involving animal abuse or neglect. As well as the responsibility to microchip canines, Malaga dog owners must submit a blood test to the authorities with the purpose of obtaining a DNA sample and determining the genome of the animal. This regulation is being introduced to curb what Malaga’s mayor described as “the habit of owners not removing droppings from the street” by creating a dog registry based on genetic information as found in other parts of Spain. The rights of feral cats are also included in the ordinance.

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Nearly done WORK is being done to improve one of the main entrances to Alhaurin de la Torre’s Torrealqueria district, the town hall has announced. The so-called Carretera de la Via has been closed to traffic but work is near completion.

Now open A STRETCH of new pavement on Alhaurin el Grande’s Camino de Coin towards Dehesa Baja, one of the main entrances to the town, was completed and declared open for use on Monday (February 15). The work cost €477,000.

Yellow bins RECYCLING will now be easier in Alhaurin de la Torre centre as 30 underground bins for plastic and other packaging have been turned yellow. In the past the bins were the same colour as those for organic waste.

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Bob Fisher, where are you? EVERYONE contacted was more than eager to commit to the very special occasion By Ken Mackenzie EURO WEEKLY NEWS has been contacted this week by a former member of HM Forces, David Mills, who currently lives in Altea. He was part of a special unit of the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers who underwent a specialist vehicle maintenance course at an establishment in Bordon, Hampshire nearly 40 years ago. Over the years most of the team have kept in touch one way or another especially more recently through Facebook and other social media. It’s fair to say the whole group got on like a house on fire. Out of the blue, towards the end of last year, David received an email from one of the former members of the unit, Don Pringle, suggesting a reunion. The reaction to the proposal was very positive with everyone contacted more than eager to commit to the very special occasion, no doubt to share stories over a few beers of adven-

REME TEAM: Bob Fisher 40 years ago, front row second from left. tures past and present. Despite the great investigation work carried out by two of the team, Roy Saxby and Don Pringle, they have been unable to track down one of their former comrades, Bob Fisher.

Bob was a former publican in the south of England, his wife is called Mavis and they married in Barnsley in 1979. It is believed they headed to the Costa del Sol to retire, but despite the former soldiers’ en-

deavours Bob has not been located. We are appealing to EWN readers, hoping that someone knows of Bob’s whereabouts. If Mr Fisher is found, Roy can be emailed on saxbyr@msn.com and of course

we will keep you posted should this article prove successful. The photograph shows Bob, front row second from the left. But beware; he may have changed slightly in the last 40 years.

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Water trap RAINWATER collecting works have been completed in Las Lagunas, Mijas, at a cost of €220,000 with a water trap and street pavement renovated. An official from the council attended to inaugurate the new San Valentin street.

Latin affair A SECONDARY school in Arroyo de la Miel held the 11th edition of a Benalmadena tourism fair attended by councillors and run by students. The event focused on South America featuring Mexico, Peru, Costa Rica and Brazil.

Purse thief NICKNAMED ‘the thief on a bike’ by locals, a cyclist is being sought by police following a string of purse snatches in Malaga. Heightened vigilance is in effect across the Teatinos area.

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Fuengirola first INCLUDES food tasting, food and drinks purchase and wine tastings By Matthew Elliott A NEW gastro market in Fuengirola has officially opened its doors in a hearty first for the town, as the cuisine concept arrived in the centre near Calle Espana and Calle Miguel de Cervantes. Known as La Galeria, the market-cum-restaurant hopes to capitalise on the major gastronomical movement sweeping across the Costa del Sol. The open building has used a €760,000 investment to include three different features rolled into one giant food bonanza. There is food tasting, food and drinks purchase, and a separate zone for events such as art exhibitions or wine tastings. La Galeria holds 250 people and consists of 12 market stalls selling fresh food. There is also a café, a bar, and two exclusive beer stands.

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Marbella firefighters help out Guatemala BOMBEROS UNIDOS SIN FRONTERAS, a special firefighters charity, arranged to present two vehicles donated by the firemen of Marbella to a fire station in Guatemala City. Both appliances will be of particular use in Guatemala as one is fitted with specific equipment, including a light pump for urban firefighting and will be useful in the area of San Marcos which was affected badly by a recent earthquake. The second vehicle is a four-wheel-drive all-terrain vehicle useful for off-road activity and will be used by the local First Response Emergency and Catastrophe unit.

LA GALERIA: Consists of 12 market stalls selling fresh food.

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Scouts celebrate 23rd anniversary BADGES were awarded at the official ceremony held on the Sunday By Keith Baker

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WEEKEND CAMP: Senior figures visited La Nucia Scouts in Altea la Vella.

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TO celebrate their 23rd anniversary, La Nucia’s Scout Group held a weekend camp in Finca Santa Barbara in Altea la Vella. They were joined by senior members from the world of Scouting. During the two intense days the 50 youngsters participated in various activities and local visits. On the Sunday they held their official ceremony, at which badges were awarded. Of particular note was the one for Joan Ripoll for completing 10 years as a scout. A plaque was also presented to the group by veterans of the movement.

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MORE than 200,000 people have used the Madrid-Alicante AVE high speed line since it was implemented in 2013. There were more than 4,500 users last month.

THE Palma City Council has ordered the directors of the Club Maritimo Molinar to do urgent repair work to the structure of their main office due to safety concerns. A report issued by the building security department warned that the building is at risk of collapsing.

TORROX’S economic situation is improving. The town ended 2015 with €455,000 carried over from the previous year, as opposed to the €800,000 deficit registered in 2014. Mayor Oscar Medina said: “in less than a year we have managed to change the inertia of the town.”

SCULPTURES outside the Almeria Museum in Almeria City have been the latest victims of vandalism. One was mutilated and the other smashed to the ground, leaving them both practically unrecognisable.

Strong gusts WIND gusts reached 84km an hour at Alicante-Elche airport at the weekend. The strong winds reached 76km an hour in Orihuela and 67km an hour in Alicante City.

National award AN art project ‘Who’s Who’ developed by students of the Altabix Occupational Centre has been short-listed for the Queen Letizia Inclusive Culture Award. The centre first presented the project in 2012 asking the centre’s users to make sculptures about themselves using a range of materials.

Hospital library THE Alicante General Hospital has created a library to try to establish a friendly and relaxed atmosphere for their patients during recovery and rehabilitation.

Addictive workshops WORKSHOPS to prevent addictive behaviours are being carried out in the four primary and secondary schools of Pilar de la Horadada.

Remote technology INGENIO73, a company in Mallorca, has developed an innovative application for the smartphone which serves as an electronic key. The I-Key allows owners and administrators of holiday properties to control the access of guests and staff without being present themselves.

Gravitational waves STUDENTS from the Relativity and Gravitation Group at the University of the Balearic Islands participated with researchers from around the world in the breakthrough discovery in which scientists have, for the first time, observed gravitational waves. They are the only group in Spain to participate in this historic event.

Farmers upset FARMERS have expressed disappointment in the government’s handling of the drought situation claiming the €1.5 million of government aid is inadequate to cover costs for alternative solutions to compensate for the loss of grazing lands.

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Motril fishermen THE 26 owners of the ships that make up the fishing fleet of Motril Port have banded together to create a new agency. The Sea of Alboran Agency aims to improve the commercialisation of fish and seafood and to obtain grants that can be used to launch modernisation projects.

Olive oil futures THE scant amount of rainfall this year is not going to keep Malaga Province from hitting its olive oil production quota. In fact, the numbers predicted at the beginning of the campaign might actually be surpassed.

Turkey trouble A TURKEY had a lucky escape in Nerja after spending over a day perched on an electric cable on Calle Animas. Worried residents informed the Local Police, and officers and an electricity company technician attended to move the bird.

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Hopeful chefs SIX young cooking prodigies are competing to win the fourth Premio Promesas de la Alta Cocina award which is organised by the prestigious cooking school Le Cordon Bleu. The six local youths are students at an Almeria cooking/hospitality/tourism school.

Elderly included MORE than 66,000 elderly people of Almeria will benefit this year from workshops and training sessions at the province’s 16 Centres of Senior Residents Active Participation. The Andalucia Ministry of Equality and Social Policies has invested €74,331 in this programme which is aimed to get senior citizens active.

Cave study CAVE houses in Cuevas del Alamzora will be involved in a study by the university of Madrid. The dwellings are considered to be of great interest in the field of energy-efficient housing.

Shutters down ALCOY will shut down entirely on April 22, 23 and 24 during the Moors and Christians fiestas. Even the large chainstores have agreed not to trade on Sunday April 24, although they are legally entitled to do so.

Branching out SAN JUAN will save €25,000 this year on the transport service contracted to dispose of pruned branches. The saving will pay for a pedestrian crossing over the old N-332 road, now Avenida Miguel Hernandez.

History lesson MONOVAR’S old school building and Civil War air raid shelters are to become a Second Republic museum. The last Republican prime minister Juan Negrin flew into exile from the nearby aerodrome in March 1939.

9th Benidorm SHOOTING of the ninth series of ITV’s Benidorm will start in mid-March and will have an extra two episodes. It has also been confirmed that a 10th series will be made.

Parents course TWENTY parents have successfully completed a course on cyber bullying at the Seu Universitaria de La Nucia. The objective was to provide the tools to enable family members to identify confront and combat bullying.

Pest control THE town of Villajoyosa is the latest to announce an emergency plan to control the spread of the red palm weevil and eradicate the pine processionary caterpillar. The council has started treating all palm and pine trees in parks and public areas.

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Happy city SWEDEN: Malmö has been named Europe’s seventh happiest city, according to a new survey by the European Commission, with 60 per cent of respondents saying they are “very satisfied” with their quality of life.

Interest lowered SWEDEN: Central bank (the Riksbank) has cut the country’s already historically low interest rates even further with rates falling another 0.15 per cent to -0.50 per cent.

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River crash A MAN drove into the river Elbe after blindly following his Sat Nav instructions. The man had intended to take the ferry across the river and drove straight over the end of the ferry terminal and into the water.

TV personality has received threatening messages BRITISH TV personality Noel Edmonds has revealed he is being stalked online after receiving a series of ‘threatening’ emails and messages.

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Google pay PRESIDENT of Google Europe, Matt Brittin, told MPs he did not know his own pay. The Google bosses appeared before the Public Accounts Committee following a ‘sweetheart’ deal with HMRC, which saw Google paying just £130 million (€165 million).

Doctors angered JUNIOR doctors say they will ‘consider all options’ as they insist they ‘cannot and will not’ accept the decision by Health Secretary Jeremy Hunt to impose a new working contract for doctors after negotiations ended in deadlock.

Nazi granny A GRANDMOTHER, aged 87, convicted for Holocaust denial and a notorious extremist, was escorted out of a trial of a former guard in Auschwitz after she came under attack.

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NOEL EDMONDS: Has revealed he has received a series of threatening emails and messages.

Move back MUMS on maternity leave had lunch at a Brewers Fayre pub in Derbyshire, but were ordered to the back of the restaurant so men could read in peace.

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DENMARK: Danish company Carlsberg said it plunged into the red in 2015 because of restructuring provisions and declining sales in Europe and the Russian beer market. They had a net loss of 2.6 billion kroner (€346 million).

POLICE in Berlin had to remove a man from a bus after he refused to stop eating a kebab which he had brought on board after the driver told him it was against the rules to eat on the bus.

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NORWAY: Telecoms operator Telenor has announced it is expecting profits to plunge in 2016 after last year’s profits fell by 62 per cent for the full-year, to 3.4 billion kroner (€353 million).

Opera offer NORWAY: A Chinese consortium had offered 10.5 billion kroner (€1 billion) to take over the Opera web browser. The Norwegian company is the fifth most used in the world, behind Microsoft’s Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome and Apple’s Safari.

SEVERAL German banks have had to exchange thousands of customers’ credit cards after details were stolen by hackers after breaking in to a weak spot in the security systems of the banks.

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DENMARK: A new all female mosque has opened in Copenhagen as part of a feminist project to help Muslim women.

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A MILITARY historian has said he and thousands of German families were horrified by a British TV show promoting the looting of German war graves. FORECAST: The total number of visitors is expected to rise to 23 million by 2025.

Amsterdam city is too busy TOURISTS are being encouraged to stay in other cities AMSTERDAM is encouraging tourists to stay in other Dutch cities to help ease the situation in Amsterdam and boost other cities. This year, 17 million tourists are expected to go to Amsterdam, and the total is forecast to rise to 23 million by 2025.

Soaring sales DUTCH shops report they had the best sales in seven years in 2015 with overall retail sales rising 1.4 per cent. Supermarket sales rose 2 per cent but

DUTCH PRESS furniture shops saw the highest growth in turnover at 6.7 per cent.

Privacy concerns PRIVACY watchdogs are concerned about new draft Dutch legislation which

they say will give the police ‘unprecedented’ powers to hack phones and internet.

Crime investigation AN investigation has launched into the impact of asylum seekers centres on local crime rates. The research involves linking refugees’ BSN registration numbers with the police data bank to find out how many have been involved in crime.

Wolf peace GERMANY is setting aside nearly half a million euros to help educate people on how to live with wolves in peace. The wild animal is back roaming the forests after being wiped out more than a century ago.

Carnival complaints ACCORDING to German police, the number of sexual offence complaints almost quadrupled at this year’s carnival celebrations in Cologne, despite increased security following the mass assaults at the city’s New Year celebrations.

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El Corte Ingles to take on Amazon COMPANY has announced it will extend its internet service By John Smith HAVING first trialled its internet shopping site in larger cities in Spain before Christmas, El Corte Ingles has now announced that it will extend its service to include Alicante, Marbella, Murcia and

is the number of products which El Corte Ingles will offer through its website.

FINANCIAL CRISIS: Germany have been the most critical.

Greeks mock Germans SINCE the financial crisis in Greece, the German government has been the most critical as far as the Greek economy is concerned, and has insisted that stringent financial policies be followed if a ‘bailout’ was to take place. Now, in a typical example of what the Germans call schadenfreude (plea-

Palma, whose stores will join Malaga, which was part of the initial launch. The plan is certainly to take part of the Amazon business, by offering a wide range of products with the possibility of supply within two

“I found the comments deeply upsetting,” Marc Zuckerberg when Facebook board member Marc Andreessen said India’s block of Facebook’s ‘free’ internet scheme was ‘anti-colonialism’.

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sure derived from someo n e e l s e ’s m i s f o r t u n e ) , Greeks are taking to social media to taunt Germany over the enormous losses and low share price of its major bank, Deutsche Bank. The amusement may not last for long, but at least it lifted the financial gloom a little.

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US interest rates stable HAVING introduced a rise in interest rates in late 2015, the US Federal Reserve has indicated through its chairperson Janet Yellen that as the current economic situation in the US remains unclear, it was unlikely that rates would be increased in the foreseeable future.

BBVA relatively optimistic ECONOMISTS working for BBVA are relatively upbeat about the Spanish economy for the next 12 months, despite the political uncertainty. They believe that the Spanish economy should grow by 2.7 per cent with the creation of a large number of new jobs, although they warn that the longer the country exists without stable government, the more chance there is of the growth target being missed.

Wanda put a landmark building up for sale AS previously forecast in the Euro Weekly News, Chinese company Wanda has put on sale the Madrid landmark Edificio España building that it purchased in 2014. The reason for the sale is that the company is unable to change the

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exterior of the building, although it has seen some significant losses in recent weeks due to the fall of the Chinese stock market. The company hopes to recover the price it originally paid for the building.

hours. This service will now be available to up to 10 million consumers in Spain. To make life even easier they offer their own dedicated site in English at http://www.elcorteingles.eu /shop/uk/en.

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New board for Nueva Pescanova A FORMER deputy prime minister during the Zapatero government years, Elena Salgado, will join the administration board of Nueva Pescanova, the fishing company which ran into serious financial difficulty. Following its call for bankruptcy protection, it reported earnings of €82 million in 2015, but is still trading at a significant loss as it has a large number of creditors.

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PRICE(P) CHANGE(P) COMPANY Anglo American 392.80 18.85 Associated British Foods 3,106.50 54.50 Admiral Group 1,709.00 35.00 Aberdeen Asset Management 227.90 18.60 Ashtead Group 817.50 12.50 Antofagasta 442.95 9.65 ARM Holdings 900.75 40.25 Aviva 429.85 9.85 AstraZeneca 4,120.50 111.50 BAE Systems 473.35 13.65 Babcock International Group 880.00 11.50 Barclays 161.65 4.45 British American Tobacco 3,777.00 68.50 Barratt Developments 554.25 9.25 Berkeley Group Holdings 3,215.00 34.00 British Land Co 670.00 17.50 BHP Billiton 710.40 76.30 Bunzl 1,827.00 37.00 BP 337.38 4.88 Burberry Group 1,207.00 33.00 BT Group 457.43 9.18 Coca-Cola HBC 1,328.50 25.50 Carnival 3,145.50 39.50 Centrica 191.10 7.50 Compass Group 1,205.50 -0.50 Capita Group (The) 1,089.50 15.50 CRH 1,719.00 14.00 Dixons Carphone 439.65 8.55 DCC 5,420.00 65.00 Diageo 1,782.00 24.00 Direct Line Insurance Group 365.30 7.50 Experian 1,119.50 17.50 easyJet 1,513.00 27.00 Fresnillo 870.50 -26.50 GKN 263.85 7.35 Glencore 101.15 2.69 GlaxoSmithKline 1,394.25 30.75 Hikma Pharmaceuticals 1,891.00 41.00 Hargreaves Lansdown 1,168.00 38.00 Hammerson 548.50 13.50 HSBC Holdings 444.95 4.55 International Consolidated Air 502.75 22.95 InterContinental Hotels Group 2,301.50 27.50 3i Group 411.45 10.55 Imperial Brands 3,617.50 64.00 Intu Properties 284.45 4.95 Inmarsat 963.50 -6.00 Intertek Group 2,713.00 45.00 ITV 245.30 4.20 Johnson Matthey 2,306.00 58.00

% CHG. 5.04 1.79 2.09 8.89 1.55 2.23 4.68 2.35 2.78 2.97 1.32 2.83 1.85 1.70 1.07 2.68 12.03 2.07 1.47 2.81 2.05 1.96 1.27 4.08 -0.04 1.44 0.82 1.98 1.21 1.37 2.10 1.59 1.82 -2.95 2.87 2.73 2.26 2.22 3.36 2.52 1.03 4.78 1.21 2.63 1.80 1.77 -0.62 1.69 1.74 2.58

NET VOL 4,445.22 23,762.10 4,655.52 2,768.39 3,861.91 3,851.25 12,144.09 16,269.98 50,555.77 14,568.64 4,326.01 24,950.42 68,719.43 5,405.31 4,107.23 6,677.81 13,404.26 5,910.76 56,938.99 4,957.67 37,598.39 4,664.23 6,597.00 9,173.04 19,501.82 7,036.09 13,650.01 4,910.41 4,609.40 43,910.57 5,259.75 10,645.36 5,801.23 6,468.08 4,107.78 12,730.84 65,708.40 3,745.90 5,255.45 4,203.91 82,244.30 9,792.88 5,218.19 3,809.62 34,378.70 3,572.42 4,193.41 4,246.24 9,558.33 4,587.08

COMPANY PRICE(P) CHANGE(P) Kingfisher 330.30 2.40 Land Securities Group 1,016.50 20.50 Legal & General Group 212.90 3.20 Lloyds Banking Group ORD 59.71 1.23 London Stock Exchange Grp 2,354.00 67.00 Merlin Entertainments 401.35 6.95 Marks & Spencer Group 424.45 7.05 Mondi 1,247.50 26.50 National Grid 950.90 13.50 Next 6,867.50 107.50 Old Mutual 166.10 6.00 Provident Financial 3,103.00 84.00 Prudential 1,195.75 38.25 Persimmon 1,928.00 33.00 Pearson 774.25 13.25 Reckitt Benckiser Group 6,237.50 271.50 Royal Bank of Scotland Group 246.35 6.25 Royal Dutch Shell 1,528.75 74.25 Royal Dutch Shell 1,523.00 -3.00 RELX 1,159.00 20.00 Rexam 599.75 5.75 Rio Tinto 1,852.75 5.25 Royal Mail 433.25 10.85 Rolls-Royce Group 611.75 5.75 Randgold Resources 5,972.50 -182.50 RSA Insurance Group 397.45 8.25 SABMiller 4,157.00 9.00 Sainsbury (J) 244.45 8.05 Schroders 2,443.00 60.00 Sage Group (The) 574.50 8.50 Shire 3,732.00 93.00 Sky 995.25 18.75 Standard Life 343.10 -1.70 Smiths Group 931.50 15.50 Smith & Nephew 1,084.00 19.00 Sports Direct International 386.30 10.50 SSE 1,365.50 19.50 Standard Chartered 445.05 16.05 St James's Place 850.50 20.50 Severn Trent 2,100.50 40.50 Travis Perkins 1,759.50 35.50 Tesco 179.20 2.20 TUI AG 1,022.50 14.50 Taylor Wimpey 173.95 3.15 Unilever 2,984.50 40.00 United Utilities Group 923.50 18.00 Vodafone Group 209.03 3.58 Wolseley 3,445.50 138.50 Worldpay Group Ord 3p Wi 289.65 2.35 WPP Group 1,419.00 28.00 Whitbread 3,766.00 113.00

% CHG. 0.73 2.06 1.53 2.10 2.93 1.76 1.69 2.17 1.44 1.59 3.75 2.78 3.30 1.74 1.74 4.55 2.60 5.10 -0.20 1.76 0.97 0.28 2.57 0.95 -2.97 2.12 0.22 3.41 2.52 1.50 2.56 1.92 -0.49 1.69 1.78 2.79 1.45 3.74 2.47 1.97 2.06 1.24 1.44 1.84 1.36 1.99 1.74 4.19 0.82 2.01 3.09

NET VOL 7,422.83 7,798.71 11,932.72 39,955.02 7,478.69 3,909.51 6,662.28 5,700.40 34,957.91 10,158.45 7,482.83 4,141.16 27,967.19 5,749.19 5,918.38 41,805.44 14,371.71 56,327.38 35,324.94 12,748.80 4,151.15 24,108.49 4,148.50 9,790.52 5,697.22 3,806.74 66,796.94 4,541.06 5,304.75 6,006.49 20,784.73 16,751.82 6,423.49 3,474.04 9,422.41 2,238.56 13,177.99 9,885.95 4,193.86 4,878.50 4,184.11 14,595.26 5,951.09 5,495.10 37,284.50 6,106.31 53,210.99 8,489.56 5,403.00 17,875.19 6,653.47

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Call to phase out high-value bank notes ACCORDING to a report it will make it more difficult for criminals to move funds around the world Photo Credit Borislav Bajkic Shutterstock

By John Smith AFTER the EU announced that it was to review the need for a €500 bank note, former chief executive of Standard Chartered Bank, Peter Sands has authored a report, which suggests that all high value bank notes should be phased out in order to make it more difficult for criminals and terrorists to move funds around the world. His main targets are the €500 (said to have been introduced at the behest of Germany which previously had a 500 mark note), British £50 and US $100, although he has suggested that the world’s 20 largest economies should consider their own situation and review the proposal at the next G20 summit to be held in China in September. According to the report, each year the movement of ‘dirty’ money exceeds $2 trillion (€1.77 trillion), and rather than spend time catching the criminals, his report argues that governments

HIGH-VALUE NOTES: Play a crucial role in the underground economy. should now target the cash itself, and starve those who try to move it illegally.

High-value notes issued by rich countries are the “currency of corrupt elites, of crime of all sorts

and of tax evasion,” Mr Sands said. “They play little role in the

functioning of the legitimate economy, yet a crucial role in the underground economy,” he added. “The irony is that they are provided to criminals by the state.” He accepts that banning the

Rather than catching the criminals, the governments should target the money itself. notes would not stop crime in itself, but it would make it more difficult and time consuming if criminals could only use small denominations. There is a question as to whether this is a realistic proposal, as if Britain was to remove the £50 note, then Europe would have to consider removing the €200, €100 and €50 notes, and Gibraltar of course would have to remove its £100 and £50 notes.

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Price of gold looks stronger WITH the continued uncertainty over the price of oil and the overall losses in the stock markets around the world, gold is beginning to attract investors again, and 2016 has seen the price rise quite consistently, it has put on over $50 (€44.32) an ounce since the start of the year. There are still plenty of pundits who suggest that it will gain even more ground over the coming months, but investors need to be cautious as not only does the spot price change twice a day, but a movement in exchange rates can also affect costs and profits.

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Fears over UK interest rates GOOD for those who borrow money, but bad for those who have invested By John Smith AS the pound declines against the main currencies, money flows towards the USA, employment figures aren’t quite as healthy and rumours abound of either increased cuts in government spending or increase in taxation, the former city regulator Lord Turner has entered the discussion warning that without radical policies, the UK economy could be stuck with low interest rates “almost indefinitely.” Low interest rates are clearly good for those who need to borrow money but bad for those who need to see their investments grow, and as banks seem to pay very low rates of interest whilst charging much higher rates to those borrowers who they accept, the overall situation does not, according to Lord Turner, assist the economy. In an interview with the BBC after observing “interest rates in the UK may not go up beyond 2 per cent by 2020,” he also commented on peer-to-peer lending, which is one of the fastestgrowing areas of financial services. It appeals to borrowers who have been turned down by High Street banks and

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LORD TURNER: Indicated that leaving the EU “would be adverse for the UK economy.” savers prepared to take greater risks to make bigger returns. “The losses which will emerge from peer-to-peer lending over the next five to 10 years will make the worst bankers look like lending geniuses,” he predicted.

“You cannot lend money to small and medium sized enterprises without someone doing good credit underwriting.” He also indicated that in his opinion, the possibility of the UK leaving the European Union “would be adverse for the UK economy” and was already “causing

major destabilisation at a global level.” “There is a great deal of nervousness that a UK vote for Brexit (to leave the EU) is another layer of uncertainty in an extremely uncertain world, uncertain economically and uncertain politically,” he said.

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FINANCIAL STAKE: The government has decided to postpone the sale of its shares in Lloyds Banking Group. CHANCELLOR George Osborne has decided to postpone the sale of the government’s final stake in Lloyds Banking Group, after admitting that the global turmoil in stock markets and slowing growth was the reason for the delay. With an expected ‘windfall’ of £2 billion (€2.6 billion), this was to be a useful addition

to the government’s finances, as well as confirmation that the banking sector had returned to normal, and the sale was part of the conservative party manifesto at the last election. There was some serious criticism of the sale of the first tranche of Lloyds shares in October last year, when the government was accused of

pitching the price to corporate investors too low, but since that time, the price of its shares has fallen and banks are not performing as well as expected. Prices then were in the region of 78p per share, which seemed to show a profit for the government which had invested large amounts to support

the bank, but they are currently trading around 65p, so there could be a considerable loss if the government allowed the sale to go ahead. If that wasn’t bad enough, the government’s other bank, the Royal Bank of Scotland, has had to make huge provisions to cover fines and expected legal actions.

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ALTHOUGH a Conservative supporter, at present UKIP is looking far better alternative LEAPY LEE SAYS IT

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I SUPPOSE I should actually find it flattering. Well, be that as it may, I would like to take this opportunity to inform those people, who look at me with incredulous disbelief and ask if I actually write this column; I most certainly do. It’s all my fault! Ok? Right, moving on. What a load of complete and utter, intelligence insulting baloney Cameron has been trying to foist on us all this past couple of weeks. His so-called ‘deal’ with the EU members amounts to just about zilch. There are only two things that truly worry the public at large. One: Control of our borders and the present policy of virtually unrestricted immigration. Two: The rules and regulations emanating from the power mad, non-elected PC, ‘Uman rights bureaucrats of Brussels. And what has he achieved toward a solution of these two most crucial causes of public concern? Nada! Apart from a four year period of non-benefit

DAVID CAMERON: His so-called deal with EU members amounts to just about zilch.

for new immigrants, which he has never stopped crowing about and is apparently based on some vague sliding scale, plus the insipid child benefit ‘charade,’ a highly complicated and no doubt expensive procedure, which can actually result in some immigrants getting even higher benefits than they are receiving now he may as well concede to the ‘out’ vote without even bothering to call a referendum. It’s the arrogant and brazen way he underestimates and insults our intelligence that sticks in my craw. No I’m sorry Dave, the credibility you have lost over this debacle could not only lose you the ‘in’ vote and subsequently lead to your resignation, but may well do the party such irreversible damage they could well lose the next election. The spectre of Prime Minister Coburn is hovering nearer Dave, and it’s all your fault. The same as this column is mine. I have always supported the Conservatives, but frankly at this moment UKIP is looking a far better alternative. For God’s sake get a grip and show some ‘cojones.’ I hate to add before it’s too late, because I fear it already is! Keep the faith. Love Leapy. Leapylee2002@gmail.com

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When to apply?

Find the right school for your children TYPES of education must also be considered ly considered older children decision on where to live can FINDING a good school for would benefit greatly from be influenced by school your children is often chalthis added flexibility and may catchment areas. When lenging enough, but knowing have more difficulty adapting house-hunting many expat where to look in a new counto schooling in Spanish. parents will choose a property try can be a gruelling task for When investigating interclose to their chosen school; many expats. national schools the type of some may consider this as On the Costa del Sol pareducation offered must also more of a priority than findents are literally spoiled for be carefully considered. Most ing a property with views or choice, with options includschools are happy to explain that desirable extra bedroom. ing public, private, internatheir methods and the curricuBy far the majority of national and semi-private (colelum they follow, and while in tive Spanish students attend gios concertados) schools. the past the majority offered local, non-fee paying, public In addition these establishIGCSE and A levels, this has schools. However, foreign ments can be Catholic, secunow been broadened to cater families often choose internalar, single-sex or co-educafor IB (International Bactional schools which offer tional which is a further calaureate) sixth form qualifigreater flexibility in transiconsideration for prospective cations which provide more tioning a child into a new parents. There are also a options for university studies school and a new country. broad variety of educational across the world. Education can be continued systems applied which means From the age of six to 16 in native English and followthought must be put in to years old, education in Spain ing familiar curriculum. Here, finding the school that will is compulsory and the term a child’s age is a crucial best suit different characters generally runs from mid-Sepfactor as it is usualand interests. tember to the end of June. AlYour property location can though Spain appears to have be key as certain schools, some of the longest school such as international schools, l holidays in Europe, with a are generally harder to e ta d for s summer break of 10-12 find and similar o e C oiled ding h t weeks being the norm, to the UK, enp n ts o rally s s inclu onal n there are usually no trance to state e Par re lite option ernati half-term breaks and schooling is usua t Sol ce with ate, in hools. Christmas and Eastally allocated acc i v cho lic, pri ivate s er holidays are cording to catchr pub semi-p generally shorter ment areas (for both than in the UK. primary and secondary and education). Therefore a

SPANISH state schools are managed by the Junta de Andalucia regional government’s Education department, and applications for admission must be presented in March. Application forms can be collected from the secretary of the school of choice and must be filled in and presented before the end of the month, generally stating the first, second and third choice of school within the area. Applicants are awarded points depending on their income, whether they are within the catchment area, already have siblings studying at the centre and a number of other factors, and a list of applicants and the points obtained is posted on the school’s noticeboard in April. Places will be allocated to the prospective pupils with the most points, and ties are resolved by a public draw. While March is generally also the time to apply for places at international schools for the following school year, these will in some circumstances be more lenient and agree to interview prospective parents and pupils at other times of the year. For more details contact admissions departments directly.

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SOCIAL NORMS: Different attitudes to that in the UK. WHETHER you choose a local state school or an international private school, one thing to remember is that there are different social norms in Spain which might take getting used to as a parent. Most social gatherings occur in public places, with birthday parties involving school friends less likely to happen in the home. It will take more time than in the UK for other parents to take up offers of having their children round for tea. There is also a different attitude to risk and less of a health and safety culture than in Britain, with children able to play unsupervised in the street and often running riot at local fiestas while staying out late on a summer evening.

The benefits of becoming bilingual

LANGUAGE opportunities are crucial A HUGE benefit of choosing to emigrate to the sunny climes of the Costa del Sol with your family is not only the warm year-round temperature, Mediterranean produce or the sunkissed beaches; but the opportunity for your child to become bilingual. More than just a social advantage, being bilingual improves career prospects later in life and develops cognitive skills. Children have a natural inclination when learning a new language and educating your child in Spain could well open up a whole new world to them. Research has shown that bilingual children find it easier to make new friends and create strong relationships in their second language whilst learning additional personal skills in an increasingly diverse society is a huge benefit. Later in academic life, students who speak more than one language will usually be given the

opportunity to study abroad. When choosing a school, language opportunities can be a crucial factor. Spanish state schools are all taught in Spanish and would probably be more appropriate, initially for younger children when choosing a school. Schools will assess the children’s ability in Spanish and if they need help will be given extra lessons. Schools may put children in the appropriate class for their Spanish level until their language has im-

proved so they can follow lessons with children of their own age. As a rule, the younger the child, the quicker the new language is picked up. Repeating a year may be an option for some to gain a better grasp of the language. “I chose a state Spanish school for my 14-year-old daughter because the language opportunities are much better. The international schools didn’t really have the language classes of the state schools. She has extra Spanish lessons but after seven months is picking it up quickly,” said Melanie, who lives in Benalmadena. A bilingual integrated SpanishBritish curriculum is now used in 84 pre-schools and 43 secondary schools. Part of an initiative between the MECD and the British Council, this curriculum is offered to schoolchildren between the ages of four and 12 and on into secondary school.

Teenagers coping with a move to Spain NEW school friendships will help your child to be positive ONE of the biggest problems facing anyone who moves to Spain with a teenager not speaking Spanish is exactly that. Teenagers are going through a difficult time as they mature and will possibly feel both isolated and disillusioned by the fact that they are leaving their friends and ‘social tribes’ behind and feel like a fish out of water. It’s bad enough to have to start a new school, with a different curriculum and then have to try to make new friends, but if you don’t even speak the language, the feeling of isolation will be potentially crippling. This then is something that any parent needs to consider very seriously and is perhaps the greatest argument in favour of sending your child to an international school. Naturally you want to be sure that the educational standards are high and that the appropriate examinations can be sat, but you also

have to consider the mental stress on your child. Almost all of the other children who attend an international school will have been through the same process, classes are likely to be smaller and there is every chance that your child will be able to strike up very quick friendships. Although teenagers can form cliques and even bully others, in a small environment with alert teachers, it is very unlikely your child will be singled out for negative treatment and indeed, as you settle into the Spanish way of life, your child’s peers will almost certainly be more successful than you in helping your child to accept what was a major change. Assimilation into Spain will almost certainly be a little slower, but as your child gains confidence in the language and starts to meet other teenagers, through new school friendships, so things should take a positive turn.

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ALTHOUGH parents can often be thrown into a panic at the thought of trying to keep the children happy and avoid boredom for three whole months during the summer, the Costa del Sol has literally hundreds of options to make summer holidays memorable for all the right reasons. Almost all schools run summer camps, which can be attended both by pupils and non-pupils, and there is no end to the options for children. Those not interested in sport can go for art, nature studies or languages for example. This means summer can become a time to have fun and learn or improve on skills all at once. Both boarding and daycentre options are available in many cases and length can run from single day classes to entire months.

There are great sporting opportunities in Spain CHILDREN in the long summer holidays could well benefit from attending a sporting academy By John Smith

ALTHOUGH with perhaps one exception, there are few scholarship opportunities for young people to study sports, yet there is a huge amount of sporting options on the Costa del Sol for children and teenagers. All schools do endeavour to give their students sports lessons and often run after school activities which will help to hone their skills and there are any number of special ‘training camps’ that parents can send their children to. Football is perhaps the most widespread training activity and

FUTURE STARS: Football is the most widespread training activity.

nowadays with professional clubs casting their nets ever wider for the stars of the next decade, it is not unheard of for youngsters to be spotted in these camps at an early age. There are also a good number of tennis schools and clubs where younger members are encouraged and there are many opportunities which are associated with the sea as well as cycling and all kinds of athletics. For the less sporty, every town seems to have a chess club and mainly for the girls, street dance troops are springing up everywhere. Wherever you look in Spain there are numerous options as far as sports training is concerned and with the long summer break, fractious children could well benefit and enjoy attending a sporting academy.

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USING A COMPUTER: Many older readers still have lots to learn. IT’S not just children who need education, as there are plenty of older readers who still have lots to learn, be it Spanish, computer use, cookery, gardening, singing, bridge, sport, the list is almost endless and there are many places offering assistance, both commercially and on a voluntary basis. A study of adverts in Euro

Weekly News will show a number of options and many of the charities associated with support of the elderly are more than likely to offer opportunities to study the language as will local expatriate clubs. Looking a little further afield, there are many different clubs crying out for members and if you are not an ex-

pert, it doesn’t matter as there are plenty of willing participants likely to want to assist a neophyte to understand their favourite hobby or pastime. Don’t forget that churches are also a good source of both companionship and learning and with few exceptions a bit of digging locally will turn up a club or association that could well appeal.

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Murder, Mystery & Mayhem: Book signings on the Costa del Sol THE names for characters have to be handled with real care, but the ones that I eventually create are composites 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

BEFORE ebooks, if you didn’t fancy the book you were reading, you could quietly bin it and nobody would know. But ebook sellers can tell which books you finish and which you give up on. Surprisingly, Donna Tartt’s Pulitzer-Prize-winning The Goldfinch was completed by only 44 per cent of British readers. The highest-rating categories for completion were romance and crime thrillers - the categories many feel embarrassed about admitting they prefer. Aren’t we supposed to say we can’t wait to get our hands on the Booker shortlist and anything else (so-called ‘airport fiction’) is a ‘guilty pleasure’? Well, it was precisely about my own crime thrillers that I was recently asked to give a talk by the Benahavis Decorative and Fine Arts Society (BDFAS). The inspiration for them, the writing

BOOK SIGNING: Was brilliantly organised and hugely enjoyable. process, and how to avoid plotlines more complicated than the directions for assembling IKEA’s finest or dénouements as exciting as filling in income tax returns. Both the event and subsequent book signing brilliantly organised by BDFAS were hugely enjoyable - lots of friendly people there - and con-

tributed to a good cause since profits from the sale of my novels go to Costa del Sol charity Cudeca. I’m often asked if much of me and my personal experience go into my books. To give a brief but balanced answer: ‘yes and no.’ Well, I did say brief! Yes, because, inevitably, those you meet do influence you. No, because the characters eventu-

ally created are composites. The names for characters have to be handled with real care. Take names like Trump, Clinton or Cameron. Give any one to a quiet, self-effacing character and all the preconceptions predominate. And in your mind’s eye, all you’ll see is Trump/Clinton/Cameron as, in psychologists’ jargon, feelings of transference take over. Which brings me on to that old chestnut: writer’s block. Here I’m reminded of (Raymond) Chandler’s Law: “When in doubt, have a man come through a door with a gun in his hand.” Good grief! And, finally, what about the actual writing? Grammar and so on. Which reminds me. Once one of my readers graciously offered to proofread my manuscript and pinpoint any errors in punctuation, spelling and style. Of course i spel perffecttly and theres never no punktuation, erors! so her job was like, :- easy! 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. All profits to Cudeca charity.

Delaying tactics delayed HAVING lost two general elections, Rajoy wasn’t prepared to set out on a hiding to nothing Cassandra Nash A weekly look - and not entirely impartial reaction to the Spanish political scene

AS the most-voted candidate in the December general elections, acting president Mariano Rajoy was invited by the King to form a government as custom demands. Rajoy declined, aware that he wouldn’t survive an investiture debate. Having lost two general elections before his 2011 triumph, he wasn’t prepared to set out on a hiding to nothing. What Rajoy neither wanted n o r e x p e c t e d w a s t h e K i n g ’s decision to ask Pedro Sanchez, the PSOE candidate, to give it his best shot or for Sanchez to accept. Political sources hint that discreet pressure was put on the Zarzuela Palace not to

Time to say goodbye ROSA DIEZ resigned from Union, Progreso y Democracia (UPyD) which she co-founded in 2007 after leaving the PSOE in disgust. The party won five seats in the national parliament in 2011, but since then it was downhill all the way until last December when, upstaged by Ciudadanos, UPyD won no seats at all. Diez has now requested a “dignified end” for the party although sadly everyone else assumed that it had already gone to the great polling station in the sky long ago.

strategy has stood him in good stead on the home front. This time he overestimated its value

RICHARD FORD was an English gentleman who lived in Sevilla between1830 and 1833. Whilst there he travelled extensively throughout Spain and wrote in great detail about his experiences. Discussing the bandits and bandoleers supposedly rife on Spanish roads he claimed never to have encountered one. “They are more easily found in government offices and ministries,” he maintained. That’s something that hasn’t changed, then.

Namesakes

ROSA DIEZ: Has requested a dignified end for the party. do so. Until now Rajoy’s ‘wait and see and do as little as possible’

Plus ça change...

and he definitely underestimated Felipe VI.

IT is agreed that there are only eight authentically Basque surnames and a recent study by the ex-rector of the Universidad del Pais Vasco claimed that they were “excessively represented” in Basque politics. That’s a bit like complaining that blue sea is product placement for the Partido Popular.

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10:15am The Housing Enforcers 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Wanted Down Under Revisited 12:45pm Claimed and Shamed 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News at One 2:30pm BBC London News 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm Father Brown 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Holiday of My Lifetime with Len Goodman 5:30pm Flog It! 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six 7:30pm BBC London News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm A Question of Sport 9:00pm EastEnders 9:30pm Dickensian 10:00pm Shetland 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:25pm BBC London News 11:35pm The Graham Norton Show 12:25am Would I Lie to You?

8:00am Wanted Down Under Revisited 8:45am Claimed and Shamed 9:15am MasterChef: The Professionals 10:15am Victoria Derbyshire 12:00pm Coast 12:15pm Evening 2:05pm The Pallisers 3:00pm Who Do You Think You Are? 4:00pm A Place to Call Home 4:45pm The Best Dishes Ever 5:15pm Frozen Planet 6:15pm Antiques Road Trip 7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Great American Railroad Journeys 8:00pm Sea City 8:30pm Sea City 9:00pm Mastermind 9:30pm Grand Tours of the Scottish Islands 10:00pm Earth's Greatest Spectacles 11:00pm QI 11:30pm Newsnight 12:00am Artsnight 12:30am Pinewood: 80 Years of Movie Magic

8:00pm World News Today 8:30pm Top of the Pops: 1981 9:00pm The Good Old Days 9:45pm Sounds of the Sixties 9:55pm Sounds of the Seventies Solos 10:00pm Ultimate Cover Versions at the BBC 11:00pm Daft Punk Unchained 12:00am Kraftwerk 1:00am Top of the Pops: 1981 1:40am Ultimate Cover Versions at the BBC Smash hits from 60 years of great cover versions in performance from the BBC TV archive. 2:40am Daft Punk Unchained 3:40am Kraftwerk 4:40am This is BBC Four BBC Four is the BBC channel for people who want more.

7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 3:00pm Judge Rinder 4:00pm Masterpiece with Alan Titchmarsh 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm ITV News London 7:30pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:00pm Best Walks with a View with Julia Bradbury 9:30pm Coronation Street 10:00pm Mr Selfridge 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:45pm Birds of a Feather 12:10am Backdraft 2:35am Jackpot247 4:00am Murder, She Wrote 4:50am ITV Nightscreen

7:00am Planet's Funniest Animals 7:20am Dinner Date 8:10am The Ellen DeGeneres Show 9:05am Emmerdale 9:35am Emmerdale 10:05am You've Been Framed! 10:35am Catchphrase 11:20am Dinner Date 12:20pm Royal Pains 1:10pm Emmerdale 1:45pm Emmerdale 2:15pm You've Been Framed! 2:45pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show 3:40pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 4:45pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 5:50pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 6:50pm Take Me Out 8:00pm You've Been Framed! 9:00pm Two and a Half Men 9:30pm Two and a Half Men 10:00pm The Bourne Supremacy 12:15am Take Me Out 1:30am Two and a Half Men

7:00am Man About the House 7:25am Heartbeat 8:20am Where the Heart is 9:25am The Royal 10:30am Judge Judy 10:55am Judge Judy 11:20am Judge Judy 11:50am The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes 12:55pm Murder, She Wrote 1:55pm Heartbeat 3:00pm The Royal 4:00pm Where the Heart is 5:10pm Man About the House 5:45pm In Loving Memory 6:15pm On the Buses 6:50pm Heartbeat 7:50pm Murder, She Wrote 8:50pm The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes 10:00pm Long Lost Family 11:00pm Lewis 1:05am The Constant Gardener 3:15am The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes 4:10am Wycliffe

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8:10am King of Queens 8:35am King of Queens 9:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:30am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:00am Frasier 10:30am Frasier 11:00am Car S.O.S 12:00pm Undercover Boss USA 1:00pm Channel 4 News Summary 1:05pm The Supervet 2:05pm The Supervet 3:10pm Deal or No Deal 4:10pm Countdown 5:00pm A Place in the Sun: Winter Sun 6:00pm Come Dine Champion of Champions 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 8:30pm Jamie and Jimmy's Friday Night Feast 9:30pm Food Unwrapped 10:00pm Gogglebox 11:00pm The Last Leg 12:05am Rude Tube

7:00am 7:55am 8:50am 9:50am 10:55am 11:55am 12:55pm 1:25pm 1:55pm 2:50pm 3:50pm 4:55pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 9:30pm 10:00pm 12:10am

Minder The Chase Magnum, P.I. The Sweeney The Professionals The Chase Pawn Stars Pawn Stars The Car Chasers Magnum, P.I. Minder The Sweeney The Professionals The Car Chasers Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Counting Cars Counting Cars Dirty Harry Universal Soldier: Day of Reckoning 2:25am River Monsters 3:15am Ax Men 4:00am Teleshopping Shopping from home.

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Bob the Builder Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom Peppa Pig Peppa Pig Paw Patrol Bananas in Pajamas Toot the Tiny Tugboat The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Lunchtime Murdered: The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Rock the House 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight The Gadget Show Lost City of the Pharaohs King Tut's Tomb: The Hidden Chamber Centurion Super Casino

8:50am Rage 10:35am Captain America: The Winter Soldier 1:00pm Kingsman: The Secret Service 3:20pm Lucy 5:00pm Captain America: The Winter Soldier 7:20pm The Last Samurai 10:00pm Kingsman: The Secret Service 12:15am Lucy

8:35am 9:05am 9:35am 10:00am 10:30am 11:00am 11:30am 12:00pm 1:00pm 2:00pm 2:30pm 3:00pm 3:30pm 4:00pm 4:30pm 5:00pm 5:30pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 9:30pm 10:00pm 12:15am

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Stir Crazy Zoolander 2: Special Patch Adams The Other Woman Superbad The Naked Gun 2 1/2: The Smell of Fear The Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult Mrs. Doubtfire Superbad The Other Woman The 40 Year Old Virgin

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Hollyoaks Rules of Engagement Rules of Engagement New Girl New Girl Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey Charmed Charmed How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother New Girl New Girl The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks Brooklyn Nine-Nine The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Magic Mike The Big Bang Theory

Fighting Demons Exists Barely Lethal Unfriended Last Knights Fighting Demons Pitch Perfect 2 Barely Lethal Action comedy about a special ops agent who just wants to be a normal teenager. Pitch Perfect 2 Last Knights A fallen warrior rises against a corrupt ruler in order to avenge his dishonoured master. Unfriended Exists Barely Lethal Action comedy about a special ops agent who just wants to be a normal teenager. The Top Ten Show 2016

FRIDAY TV

7:00am 7:15am 7:30am 7:45am 8:00am 9:00am 9:30am 10:00am 10:30am 2:00pm 2:15pm 2:30pm 4:30pm 5:00pm 5:30pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 6:45pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:30pm 11:15pm 12:15am

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Football Gold Football Gold Football Gold Football Gold WWE Main Event Premier League 100 Club BPL Legends Barclays Premier League World Premier League Darts Football Gold Football Gold The Premier League Years La Liga Show 2015 Premier League 100 Club BPL Legends Game Changers Football Gold Football Gold Barclays Premier League World The Fantasy Football Club Live World Club Series Cricket A League of Their Own

Darts Gold Darts Gold Sporting Greats Sporting Heroes Sporting Rivalries Super League Gold Darts Gold Adam Gilchrist Masterclass Adam Gilchrist Masterclass Adam Gilchrist Masterclass Cricket's Greatest Cricket Classic Cricket Classic Cricket Cricket Classic Cricket Classic Cricket Cricket Cricket Classic Cricket Classic Cricket New Zealand meet Australia in the second Test of their series at Hagley Oval in Christchurch.

E W N 18 - 24 February 2016 / Costa del Sol

7:00am Breakfast 11:00am Saturday Kitchen Live 12:30pm James Martin's Home Comforts 1:00pm BBC News 1:05pm Weather 1:10pm Football Focus 2:00pm Athletics 5:30pm BBC News 5:45pm Regional News 5:53pm Weather 5:55pm Match of the Day Live 8:15pm The Voice UK 9:35pm The National Lottery 10:25pm Casualty 11:15pm BBC News 11:30pm Weather 11:35pm Match of the Day: FA Cup Highlights 12:35am Shanghai Noon 2:20am Weather for the Week Ahead Detailed weather report. 2:25am BBC News

7:00am CITV 10:25am Murder, She Wrote 11:15am The Jeremy Kyle Show 12:20pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 1:20pm ITV News and Weather 1:30pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 2:30pm Judge Rinder 3:35pm Tipping Point 4:35pm The Chase 5:35pm Local News and Weather 5:45pm ITV News and Weather 6:00pm Despicable Me 2 8:00pm Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway 9:30pm Take Me Out 10:45pm The Jonathan Ross Show 11:45pm ITV News and Weather 12:00am Nutty Professor II: The Klumps 1:55am Jackpot 247 4:00am Murder, She Wrote

7:00am Animal Park 8:00am This Land is Mine 9:40am The Deadly Companions 11:10am Homes Under the Hammer 12:10pm Natural World 1:00pm James Martin: Home Comforts 1:45pm Rick Stein's India 2:45pm Escape to the Country 3:30pm Big Dreams, Small Spaces 4:30pm Earth's Greatest Spectacles 5:30pm Final Score 6:15pm Flog It! 6:30pm Back in Time for the Weekend 7:30pm Dad's Army 8:00pm Cast Away 10:15pm Kipling's Indian Adventure 11:15pm Live at the Apollo 12:00am Ides of March 1:35am Surviving Summer 3:00am This is BBC Two Highlights of programmes on BBC Two.

4:40am This is BBC Four BBC Four is the BBC channel for people who want more. 8:00pm How Earth Made Us Professor Iain Stewart explores man's relationship with fire. 9:00pm The Inca: Masters of the Clouds 10:00pm Trapped 10:50pm Trapped 11:40pm Rod Stewart Live at Hyde Park 12:40am Imagine Investigative documentary series in which various aspects of the arts are explored. 2:05am The Joy of Easy Listening 3:35am Top of the Pops: 1981 4:15am Sounds of the Eighties 4:45am This is BBC Four

12:05pm 1:10pm 2:05pm 3:05pm 3:10pm 4:05pm 5:05pm 5:10pm 5:50pm 6:35pm

7:10am The Three Musketeers 8:10am FYI Daily 8:15am The Three Musketeers 9:05am Where the Heart is Drama series tells the ultimate stories of the loves and lives of families living in the small Yorkshire town of Skelthwaite. 10:15am Where the Heart is 11:20am A Touch of Frost 1:35pm Sherlock Holmes 3:45pm The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes 4:55pm Bertie and Elizabeth 7:00pm Midsomer Murders 9:00pm Midsomer Murders 11:00pm Lewis 1:00am Blue Murder 2:35am Man About the House 3:00am ITV3 Nightscreen Text-based information service. 3:30am Teleshopping

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Ninja Warrior Scorpion The Perfect Man FYI Daily The Perfect Man Along Came Polly FYI Daily Along Came Polly Catchphrase The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor FYI Daily The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor After Earth FYI Daily After Earth Take Me Out: The Gossip Ibiza Weekender The Keith Lemon Sketch Show Scary Movie 5 FYI Daily Scary Movie 5 Beowulf: Return to the Shieldlands

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7:15am 8:05am 8:30am 9:00am 9:30am 10:00am 11:00am 11:30am 11:55am 12:30pm 1:00pm 1:30pm 2:30pm 5:00pm 5:25pm 6:00pm 6:25pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 12:20am 2:50am 4:55am 5:45am

Frostgun Invitational Freerider World Tour Mobil 1 The Grid Everybody Loves Raymond Everybody Loves Raymond The Morning Line The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Simpsons The Simpsons Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Channel 4 Racing Come Dine with Me Come Dine with Me Come Dine with Me Come Dine with Me Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Great Canal Journeys Penelope Keith's Hidden Villages RoboCop Apocalypto Hollyoaks Omnibus Undercover Boss USA Kirstie's Handmade Treasures

9:35am Formula E: Sound of the Future 10:10am Pawn Stars 10:40am Pawn Stars 11:05am Pawn Stars 11:30am Pawn Stars 12:00pm Storage Wars 12:25pm Storage Wars Texas 12:55pm Storage Wars Texas 1:20pm Storage Wars Texas 1:50pm Storage Wars Texas 2:25pm Storage Wars 2:50pm Storage Wars 3:20pm Death of a Gunfighter 4:20pm FYI Daily 4:25pm Death of a Gunfighter 5:15pm Superman 6:15pm FYI Daily 6:20pm Superman 8:10pm Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol 9:10pm FYI Daily 9:15pm Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol 10:00pm Collateral Damage 11:00pm FYI Daily 11:05pm Collateral Damage 12:10am Total Recall

7:00am Milkshake! 9:55am Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 10:30am The Saturday Show Live 12:30pm Fail Army 1:00pm Police Interceptors 2:00pm Police Interceptors 3:00pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! 4:00pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! 5:00pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! 6:00pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! 7:00pm Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! 8:00pm World War II in Colour 8:55pm The Gadget Show 9:55pm 5 News 10:00pm The Championship 11:00pm Goal Rush 11:25pm Law and Order: Special Victims Unit 12:20am Law and Order: Special Victims Unit 1:15am Super Casino 4:10am Never Teach Your Wife to Drive

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The Italian Job The Italian Job Furious 7 Mad Max Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior Mad Max 3: Beyond Thunderdome Furious 7 The Italian Job The Italian Job

7:50am Jack Frost 9:40am The Top Ten Show 2016 10:00am The Wedding Ringer 11:50am Top Five 1:40pm Get Hard 3:30pm About Last Night 5:20pm Think Like a Man Too 7:15pm Top Five 9:00pm Get Hard 10:45pm The Wedding Ringer 12:30am Road Trip: Beer Pong 2:10am Eddie Murphy: Raw 3:45am Plastic

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Baby Daddy Baby Daddy Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey The Goldbergs The Goldbergs How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother Brooklyn Nine-Nine Brooklyn Nine-Nine The Goldbergs The Goldbergs Rude(Ish) Tube Rude(Ish) Tube The Jump Furry Vengeance Rude(Ish) Tube Shorts The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Friends with Benefits Gogglebox

Fighting Demons Exists Barely Lethal Last Knights A fallen warrior rises against a corrupt ruler in order to avenge his dishonoured master. Unfriended Fighting Demons Pitch Perfect 2 Barely Lethal Pitch Perfect 2 Last Knights A fallen warrior rises against a corrupt ruler in order to avenge his dishonoured master. Unfriended Exists Barely Lethal Action comedy about a special ops agent who just wants to be a normal teenager. The Danish Girl: Special

SATURDAY TV

7:00am 7:15am 7:30am 7:45am 8:00am 8:30am 9:00am 9:30am 9:45am 10:00am 11:00am 1:00pm 3:45pm 6:00pm 8:30pm 11:00pm 11:30pm 12:30am 12:45am 1:00am 1:15am 1:30am 2:00am 4:00am 4:30am

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Football Gold Football Gold Football Gold Football Gold Premier League 100 Club Barclays Premier League Review Game Changers Football Gold Football Gold The Fantasy Football Club Soccer A.M. FL72 Pro 12 Rugby Pro 12 Rugby World Club Series Gloves are Off Pro Kabaddi League 2016 Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs La Liga Sporting Triumphs Premier League 100 Club The Premier League Years BPL Legends BPL Legends

Sporting Greats Cricket Cricket's Greatest Sporting Greats Cricket Cricket Cricket Cricket Cricket Cricket Adam Gilchrist Masterclass Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Cricket Cricket Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Cricket Cricket Classics Cricket Classics Cricket The second day of the second Test between New Zealand and Australia in Christchurch.

E W N 18 - 24 February 2016 / Costa del Sol

10:00am The Andrew Marr Show 11:00am The Big Questions 12:00pm Sunday Politics 1:00pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News 2:10pm Weather for the Week Ahead 2:15pm Songs of Praise 2:50pm Lifeline 3:00pm Escape to the Country 3:30pm The Great Sport Relief Bake Off 4:30pm Match of the Day Live 7:00pm BBC News 7:15pm Regional News 7:20pm Weather 7:25pm Dickensian 8:15pm Countryfile 9:00pm Call the Midwife 10:00pm The Night Manager 11:00pm BBC News 11:20pm Regional News 11:25pm Weather 11:30pm Match of the Day: FA Cup Highlights 12:15am The Super League Show 1:00am The Walker

7:20am A to Z of TV Gardening 8:05am Monty Don's Secret History of the British Garden 9:05am An Island Parish 9:35am Countryfile 10:30am Saturday Kitchen Best Bites 12:00pm James Martin: Home Comforts 12:45pm The Best Dishes Ever 1:15pm Nicholas and Alexandra 4:15pm Flog It! 4:45pm Bobsleigh and Skeleton World Championships 2016 6:15pm Ski Sunday 7:00pm Match of the Day 7:20pm I Am Number Four 9:00pm Dragons' Den 10:00pm Let's Play Darts for Sports Relief 2016 11:00pm The People v OJ Simpson: American Crime Story 11:55pm Memento 1:45am The Night of The Generals 4:05am Countryfile

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4:45am This is BBC Four 8:00pm Jigs and Wigs: The Extreme World of Irish Dancing Documentary 8:30pm Jigs and Wigs: The Extreme World of Irish Dancing Documentary 9:00pm Andre Previn at the BBC 10:00pm Storyville Documentary Series showcasing the best in international documentaries. 11:45pm Easy Money III: Life Deluxe 1:40am Troubadours 3:05am Sounds of the Eighties Music 3:35am Singer Songwriters at the BBC 4:40am This is BBC Four

7:15am How I Met Your Mother 7:40am King of Queens 8:05am King of Queens 8:30am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:30am Frasier 10:00am Frasier 10:30am Sunday Brunch 1:30pm The Simpsons 2:00pm George Clarke's Amazing Spaces 3:00pm Location, Location, Location 4:05pm The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement 6:20pm Channel 4 News 6:50pm Dumbo 8:00pm The Secret Life of the Zoo 9:00pm The Jump 10:00pm The World's End 12:10am The Eagle 2:10am Embarrassing Bodies 3:05am Celebrity Come Dine with Me 3:30am Celebrity Come Dine with Me

7:00am Milkshake! 10:55am Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 11:30am The Championship 12:30pm Goal Rush 1:00pm Fail Army 1:30pm Police Interceptors 2:30pm Police Interceptors 3:30pm The 'Burbs 5:30pm 5 News 5:35pm The Money Pit 7:20pm The Fox and the Hound 9:00pm Dirty Dancing 11:05pm The Greatest 80s Movies 1:50am Tattoo Disasters: UK 2:15am Super Casino Feeling lucky? Get the authentic, heartthumping casino experience every night. 4:10am Never Teach Your Wife to Drive 5:00am Wildlife SOS 5:25am Wildlife SOS 5:50am The Great Artists

7:00am 7:25am 7:45am 8:05am 8:35am 9:00am 9:30am 10:00am 10:30am 11:00am 1:30pm 3:35pm 4:05pm 4:35pm 5:00pm 5:30pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 9:30pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 12:00am 1:05am 1:35am 2:10am

Rules of Engagement Rules of Engagement Rules of Engagement Baby Daddy Baby Daddy Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey The Goldbergs The Goldbergs Hollyoaks Omnibus Maid in Manhattan The Goldbergs The Goldbergs The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Tattoo Fixers Rude Tube The Inbetweeners The Inbetweeners The IT Crowd

SUNDAY TV

7:00am 7:15am 7:30am 7:45am 8:00am 8:30am 9:00am 9:30am 10:00am 10:30am 12:00pm 1:00pm 1:15pm 1:30pm 1:45pm 2:00pm 4:30pm 7:30pm 10:00pm 10:30pm 12:30am 1:30am 3:00am

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CITV ITV News Murder, She Wrote The Jeremy Kyle Show The Jeremy Kyle Show ITV News and Weather The Jeremy Kyle Show Judge Rinder Catchphrase Live and Let Die Local News and Weather ITV News and Weather Planet's Got Talent Beowulf: Return to the Shieldlands Vera ITV News and Weather Rookie Cops Aviva Premiership Rugby Highlights Jackpot 247 Nightscreen

7:00am Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 7:25am Emmerdale Omnibus 10:15am Coronation Street Omnibus 12:40pm Take Me Out 1:55pm Take Me Out: The Gossip 3:00pm You've Been Framed! 4:05pm The Smurfs 2 5:05pm FYI Daily 5:10pm The Smurfs 2 6:05pm Saturday Night Takeaway 7:40pm Back to the Future 8:40pm FYI Daily 8:45pm Back to the Future 10:00pm Ibiza Weekender 11:00pm The Delivery Man 12:00am FYI Daily 12:05am The Delivery Man 1:10am Not Another Teen Movie 2:10am FYI Daily 2:15am Not Another Teen Movie 3:00am Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records

7:00am 7:25am 7:50am 8:20am 9:20am 9:25am 10:30am 11:35am 12:35pm 2:40pm 3:45pm 4:55pm 7:00pm 9:00pm

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On the Buses On the Buses On the Buses The Four Musketeers FYI Daily The Four Musketeers Heartbeat Heartbeat Bertie and Elizabeth The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes Lewis Midsomer Murders Barging Round Britain with John Sergeant Barging Round Britain with John Sergeant Caroline Quentin: A Passage Through India Mrs Biggs The Bucket List FYI Daily The Bucket List Ghostboat A Touch of Frost

8:00am 8:50am 9:55am 10:20am 10:50am 11:20am 11:50am 12:15pm 12:40pm 1:10pm 1:35pm 2:35pm 3:35pm 3:40pm 4:30pm 5:30pm 5:35pm 7:15pm 8:15pm 8:20pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:05pm 12:10am

Ax Men The Sweeney Storage Wars Storage Wars Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Counting Cars Counting Cars The Classic Car Show Death of a Gunfighter FYI Daily Death of a Gunfighter Nevada Smith FYI Daily Nevada Smith Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol FYI Daily Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol Rugby Highlights Fire Down Below FYI Daily Fire Down Below Maximum Conviction

7:30am 9:30am 11:30am 1:30pm 3:15pm 5:00pm 7:00pm 9:00pm 11:00pm

Top Gun Days of Thunder Gone in 60 Seconds Mad Max Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior Mad Max 3: Beyond Thunderdome Days of Thunder Gone in 60 Seconds Top Gun

7:15am Baby's Day Out 9:00am Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason 11:00am You've Got Mail 1:05pm The Interview 3:05pm Romancing the Stone 5:00pm The Jewel of the Nile 6:55pm The War of the Roses 9:00pm Horrible Bosses 2 11:00pm The Interview 12:55am South Park: Bigger, Longer and Uncut 2:20am Cheap Thrills 3:55am Idiocracy

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Fighting Demons Exists Barely Lethal Unfriended Fighting Demons Last Knights Pitch Perfect 2 Barely Lethal Pitch Perfect 2 Unfriended Last Knights A fallen warrior rises against a corrupt ruler in order to avenge his dishonoured master. 2:35am Exists 4:00am Barely Lethal Action comedy about a special ops agent who just wants to be a normal teenager. 5:45am The Top Ten Show 2016 Which movies are doing the best business at home and across the pond?

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Football Gold Football Gold Football Gold Football Gold Premier League 100 Club Premier League 100 Club Premier League 100 Club Premier League 100 Club Premier League 100 Club The Sunday Supplement Goals on Sunday Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Scottish Premiership Scottish Premiership World Club Series The Gloves are Off ATP 500 MastersRio Pro Kabaddi League 2016 The Sunday Supplement Goals on Sunday

Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Cricket Cricket Cricket Classic Cricket Classic Cricket Cricket Cricket The second day of the second Test between New Zealand and Australia in Christchurch. Cricket Cricket's Greatest Series profiling some of the greatest cricketers of all time. Goals on Sunday Cricket Classic A chance to relive another classic ODI match between South Africa and Australia. Cricket Classic Cricket

E W N 18 - 24 February 2016 / Costa del Sol

10:15am Food: Truth or Scare 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Wanted Down Under Revisited 12:45pm Claimed and Shamed 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News 2:30pm Regional News 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm Moving On 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Holiday of My Lifetime 5:30pm Flog It! 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News 7:30pm Regional News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm Inside Out 9:00pm EastEnders 9:30pm Would I Lie to You? 10:00pm New Tricks 11:00pm BBC News 11:30pm Regional News 11:40pm Weather 11:45pm Cuckoo 12:15am Match of the Day: FA Cup Highlights

7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 3:00pm Jeremy Kyle's Emergency Room 4:00pm Masterpiece with Alan Titchmarsh 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm Local News and Weather 7:30pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:00pm Griff's Great Britain 9:30pm Coronation Street 10:00pm Benidorm 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:45pm The Agenda 12:25am The Jonathan Ross Show 4:00am The Jeremy Kyle Show 4:40am Nightscreen

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8:00am Wanted Down Under Revisited 8:45am Claimed and Shamed 9:15am Emergency Rescue Down Under 9:45am Now You See It 10:15am Victoria Derbyshire 12:00pm BBC News 1:00pm The Daily Politics 2:00pm Coast 2:05pm The Pallisers 3:00pm Who Do You Think You Are? 4:00pm A Place to Call Home 4:45pm The Best Dishes Ever 5:15pm Frozen Planet 6:15pm Bargain Hunt 7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Great British Railway Journeys 8:00pm Great Interior Design Challenge 9:00pm University Challenge 9:30pm Mary Berry's Foolproof Cooking 10:00pm The People v OJ Simpson: American Crime Story 10:45pm QI XL 11:30pm Newsnight 12:10am Weather

4:40am This is BBC Four 8:00pm World News Today 8:30pm Grand Tours of Scotland Paul Murton presents the series that relives the golden days of Scottish tourism. 9:00pm Natural World David Attenborough narrates the charming and fascinating story of some real life animal romantics. 10:00pm The Renaissance Unchained 11:00pm Henry VIII: Patron or Plunderer? 12:00am The Great War 12:40am The Great War 1:20am The British Army of the Rhine 2:20am Fabric of Britain Paul Martin presents the surprisingly compelling story of wallpaper. 3:20am The Renaissance Unchained 4:20am Botticelli's Venus: The Making of an Icon

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Emmerdale Coronation Street Coronation Street Catchphrase Dinner Date Royal Pains Emmerdale Coronation Street Coronation Street The Ellen DeGeneres Show Judge Rinder The Jeremy Kyle Show The Jeremy Kyle Show Take Me Out The Hot Desk: Ed Sheeran You've Been Framed! You've Been Framed! Two and a Half Men Two and a Half Men The Bourne Ultimatum FYI Daily The Bourne Ultimatum Plebs

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Heartbeat Where the Heart is The Royal Judge Judy Judge Judy Judge Judy The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes Murder, She Wrote Heartbeat The Royal Where the Heart is Man About the House In Loving Memory On the Buses This bold, bawdy and brash sitcom hit British screens in 1969. Heartbeat Murder, She Wrote Rosemary and Thyme The Bletchley Circle A Touch of Frost And Then There Were None FYI Daily And Then There Were None

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Countdown King of Queens King of Queens King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Frasier Car S.O.S Undercover Boss USA Channel 4 News Summary The Supervet The Supervet Deal or No Deal Countdown A New Life in the Sun Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Dispatches Supershoppers Royal Navy School Fresh Meat Tattoo Fixers Bodyshockers

Minder The Chase Magnum, P.I. The Sweeney The Professionals The Chase Pawn Stars Pawn Stars The Car Chasers Magnum, P.I. Minder The Sweeney The Professionals Storage Wars Texas Storage Wars Texas Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Storage Wars Storage Wars The Chase: Celebrity Special Ax Men Bundesliga Rugby Highlights The Jerk FYI Daily The Jerk ITV4 Nightscreen Teleshopping

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Milkshake! The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild Home and Away Neighbours NCIS A Deadly Encounter 5 News Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Police Interceptors Grannies Make You Laugh Out Loud The X Files Gotham Righteous Kill Tattoo Disasters: UK Super Casino The Dog Rescuers Wildlife SOS HouseBusters House Doctor Home improvement series that works its magic on neglected homes.

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Hollyoaks Rules of Engagement Rules of Engagement New Girl New Girl Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey Charmed Charmed How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother New Girl New Girl The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks The Big Bang Theory St. Trinian's Rude Tube The Big Bang Theory

MONDAY TV

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7:10am Alien Autopsy 8:50am The Man 10:15am Tenacious D in the Pick of Destiny 11:55am Sex Tape 1:35pm Hitch 3:35pm Three Amigos! 5:25pm The Cable Guy 7:05pm Cop Out 9:00pm Hitch 11:00pm Sex Tape 12:40am Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo 2:10am Superfast

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Fighting Demons Exists Barely Lethal Last Knights Fighting Demons Unfriended Pitch Perfect 2 Barely Lethal Action comedy about a special ops agent who just wants to be a normal teenager. Pitch Perfect 2 Last Knights A fallen warrior rises against a corrupt ruler in order to avenge his dishonoured master. Unfriended Exists Barely Lethal Action comedy about a special ops agent who just wants to be a normal teenager. The Danish Girl: Special

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Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Sporting Triumphs Goals on Sunday Football League Goals Boxing Gold Boxing Gold Boxing Gold Sporting TriumphsGlenn Mccrory Winning World Title Sporting TriumphsJohnny Nelson Winning World Title Boxing Gold Boxing Gold Fantasy Football Club Highlights Soccer A.M. - The Best Bits Boxing

Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Cricket Cricket Classic Cricket Cricket Cricket Time of Our Lives Sporting Heroes Cricket The second and final Twenty20 at Bidvest Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg. Cricket Cricket Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Football League Goals Cricket The second and final Twenty20 at Bidvest Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg. Cricket Cricket Classic Cricket Classic Cricket

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10:15am Food: Truth or Scare 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Wanted Down Under Revisited 12:45pm Claimed and Shamed 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News 2:30pm Regional News 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm Moving On 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Holiday of My Lifetime 5:30pm Flog It! 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News 7:30pm Regional News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm EastEnders 9:00pm Holby City 10:00pm Happy Valley 11:00pm BBC News 11:30pm Regional News 11:40pm Weather 11:45pm Life and Death Row 12:45am Professor Green: Hidden and Homeless 1:45am Weather for the Week Ahead

7:15am Food: Truth or Scare 8:00am Wanted Down Under Revisited 8:45am Claimed and Shamed 9:15am Emergency Rescue Down Under 9:45am Great British Railway Journeys 10:15am Victoria Derbyshire 12:00pm BBC News 1:00pm The Daily Politics 2:00pm The Super League Show 2:45pm Coast 3:00pm Who Do You Think You Are? 4:00pm A Place to Call Home 4:45pm The Best Dishes Ever 5:15pm Frozen Planet 6:15pm Bargain Hunt 7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Great British Railway Journeys 8:00pm Great Interior Design Challenge 9:00pm Back in Time for the Weekend 10:00pm Who's the Boss? 11:00pm Phone Shop Idol 11:30pm Newsnight 12:10am Weather

4:50am This is BBC Four 8:00pm World News Today 8:30pm Grand Tours of Scotland Paul Murton presents the series that relives the golden days of Scottish tourism. 9:00pm Italy Unpacked 10:00pm Royal Cousins at War Two-part documentary looking at how Europe's royal relatives ended up at war with each other. 11:00pm The Golden Age of Liners 12:00am Jet! When Britain Ruled the Skies Two-part series which celebrates an unlikely story of outstanding British aviation achievement. 1:00am How Earth Made Us 2:00am Natural World 3:00am Italy Unpacked 4:00am The Golden Age of Liners 5:00am This is BBC Four

7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 3:00pm Jeremy Kyle's Emergency Room 4:00pm Masterpiece with Alan Titchmarsh 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm Local News and Weather All the very latest local news and weather. 7:30pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm The Inspectors are Coming 9:00pm It's Not Rocket Science 10:00pm Heroes and Villains: Caught on Camera 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:40pm School Swap 12:40am The Cube 1:35am Jackpot 247 4:00am Loose Women

7:00am Planet's Funniest Animals 7:20am Dinner Date 8:10am The Ellen DeGeneres Show 9:05am Emmerdale 9:35am Coronation Street 10:05am Coronation Street 10:35am Catchphrase 11:20am Dinner Date 12:20pm Royal Pains 1:10pm Emmerdale 1:45pm Coronation Street 2:15pm Coronation Street 2:45pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show 3:40pm Judge Rinder 4:40pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 5:45pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 6:50pm Take Me Out 8:00pm You've Been Framed! 8:30pm You've Been Framed! 9:00pm Two and a Half Men 9:30pm Two and a Half Men 10:00pm White House Down 11:00pm FYI Daily 11:05pm White House Down 12:45am Mom 1:15am Two and a Half Men 1:40am Two and a Half Men 2:10am Ibiza Weekender

7:00am Man About the House 7:25am Heartbeat 8:30am Where the Heart is 9:35am The Royal 10:35am Judge Judy 11:00am Judge Judy 11:30am Judge Judy 11:55am Wycliffe 1:00pm Murder, She Wrote 2:00pm Heartbeat Drama, set in the North Yorkshire moors in the 1960's. 3:05pm The Royal 4:05pm Where the Heart is 5:15pm Man About the House 5:50pm In Loving Memory 6:20pm On the Buses This bold, bawdy and brash sitcom hit British screens in 1969. 6:55pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Murder, She Wrote 9:00pm Midsomer Murders 11:00pm A Touch of Frost 1:05am Wycliffe 2:10am Where the Heart is 3:00am ITV3 Nightscreen 3:30am Teleshopping

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Countdown King of Queens King of Queens King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Frasier Car S.O.S Undercover Boss USA Channel 4 News Summary The Supervet The Supervet Deal or No Deal Countdown A New Life in the Sun Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News The Secret Life of the Zoo First Contact Gogglebox Sarah Millican: 16 Kids and Counting KOTV Boxing Weekly

Minder The Chase Magnum, P.I. The Sweeney The Professionals The Chase Pawn Stars Pawn Stars The Car Chasers Magnum, P.I. Minder The Sweeney The Professionals The Car Chasers Pawn Stars Pawn Stars The Chase: Celebrity Special River Monsters Maximum Conviction FYI Daily Maximum Conviction Minder Modern-day reimagineering on the classic comedydrama. The Sweeney Teleshopping

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Milkshake! The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Honor Student 5 News Neighbours Home and Away 5 News The Dog Rescuers Bargain Loving Brits in the Sun The Great British Benefits Handout Age Gap Love Conspiracy: Alien Cover Up The True Story Super Casino 10,000 BC: Two Tribes Wildlife SOS HouseBusters House Doctor Home improvement series that works its magic on neglected homes.

Air Force One Brick Mansions The Italian Job Furious 7 Captain America: The Winter Soldier The Italian Job The Italian Job Furious 7 Captain America: The Winter Soldier Brick Mansions

Son of the Mask Top Secret Pride Dumb and Dumber To The Top Ten Show 2016 Dragnet Get Smart Tammy Pride Dumb and Dumber To License to Drive The Longest Week A Dirty Shame

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Hollyoaks Rules of Engagement Rules of Engagement New Girl New Girl Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey Charmed Charmed How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother New Girl New Girl The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks The Big Bang Theory The Goldbergs The Goldbergs Tattoo Fixers Virtually Famous David Blaine The Goldbergs

Fighting Demons Exists Barely Lethal Unfriended Fighting Demons Last Knights A fallen warrior rises against a corrupt ruler in order to avenge his dishonoured master. Pitch Perfect 2 Barely Lethal Action comedy about a special ops agent who just wants to be a normal teenager. Pitch Perfect 2 Last Knights A fallen warrior rises against a corrupt ruler in order to avenge his dishonoured master. Unfriended Exists Barely Lethal Action comedy about a special ops agent who just wants to be a normal teenager. The Top Ten Show 2016

TUESDAY TV

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Football Gold Football Gold Football Gold Football Gold WWE SmackDown! Soccer A.M. - The Best Bits Football Highlights Boxing Soccer A.M. - The Best Bits SPFL Round Up Football Highlights Boxing Fantasy Football Club Highlights Football Highlights Eredivisie Football Round-Up Boxing Boxing Gold Boxing Boxing Time of Our Lives Boxing La Liga World 2015 The Premier League Years The Premier League Years

Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Cricket Sky Sports Years Cricket Pace Like Fire Pace Like Fire Sporting Heroes Cricket Netball Superleague Cricket Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Pace Like Fire Cricket Day four of the second Test between New Zealand and Australia in Christchurch. Pre Season with the Hurricanes Sporting Heroes Cricket Day four of the second Test between New Zealand and Australia in Christchurch. Cricket Classics Cricket Classics Cricket

E W N 18 - 24 February 2016 / Costa del Sol

7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Food: Truth or Scare 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Wanted Down Under Revisited 12:45pm Claimed and Shamed 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News 2:30pm Regional News 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm Moving On 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Holiday of My Lifetime 5:30pm Flog It! 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News 7:30pm Regional News 8:00pm The One Show 9:00pm The Great Sport Relief Bake Off 10:00pm Tomorrow's Food 11:00pm BBC News 11:30pm Regional News 11:40pm Weather 11:45pm A Question of Sport 12:15am Film 2016 12:45am The Lookout 2:20am Weather for the Week Ahead 2:25am BBC News

7:15am Food: Truth or Scare 8:00am Wanted Down Under Revisited 8:45am Claimed and Shamed 9:15am Great British Menu 9:45am Mary Berry's Foolproof Cooking 10:15am Victoria Derbyshire 12:00pm BBC News 12:30pm The Daily Politics 2:00pm Lifeline 2:10pm The Pallisers 3:00pm Who Do You Think You Are? 4:00pm A Place to Call Home 4:45pm The Best Dishes Ever 5:15pm The Life of Mammals 6:15pm Bargain Hunt 7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Great British Railway Journeys 8:00pm Great Interior Design Challenge 9:00pm Â£100k House: Tricks of the Trade 10:00pm One Child 11:00pm Live From the BBC 11:30pm Newsnight 12:10am Weather 12:15am Russell Howard's Good News 12:45am Who's the Boss?

7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 3:00pm Jeremy Kyle's Emergency Room 4:00pm Masterpiece with Alan Titchmarsh 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm Local News and Weather All the very latest local news and weather. 7:30pm ITV Evening News Round-up of the main national and international news. 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:00pm The Brit Awards 2016 11:20pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 12:05am UEFA Champions League Highlights 1:05am Richard Wilson on the Road

7:00am Planet's Funniest Animals 7:20am Dinner Date 8:10am The Ellen DeGeneres Show 9:05am Emmerdale 9:35am The Cube 10:35am Catchphrase 11:20am Dinner Date 12:20pm Royal Pains 1:10pm Emmerdale 1:45pm You've Been Framed! 2:45pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show 3:40pm Judge Rinder 4:40pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 5:45pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 6:50pm Take Me Out 8:00pm The Brit Awards 2016 9:00pm After Earth 10:00pm FYI Daily 10:05pm After Earth 11:05pm The Hot Desk: Ed Sheeran 11:20pm The Brit Awards 2016 12:25am The Keith Lemon Sketch Show 12:50am Two and a Half Men 1:25am Two and a Half Men

5:00am This is BBC Four 8:00pm World News Today 8:30pm Grand Tours of Scotland Paul Murton presents the series that relives the golden days of Scottish tourism. 9:00pm Could We Survive a Mega-Tsunami? 10:00pm The Prosecutors: Real Crime and Punishment 11:00pm The Secret Life of Bob Monkhouse 12:30am The Golden Age of Liners 1:30am Could We Survive a Mega-Tsunami? 2:30am The Real Tom Thumb: History's Smallest Superstar 4:00am The Prosecutors: Real Crime and Punishment 5:00am This is BBC Four

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7:00am Man About the House 7:25am Heartbeat 8:25am Where the Heart is 9:30am The Royal 10:35am Judge Judy 11:00am Judge Judy 11:30am Judge Judy 11:55am Wycliffe 1:00pm Murder, She Wrote 2:00pm Heartbeat 3:05pm The Royal 4:10pm Where the Heart is 5:20pm Man About the House 5:55pm In Loving Memory 6:20pm On the Buses This bold, bawdy and brash sitcom hit British screens in 1969. 6:55pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Murder, She Wrote 9:00pm Agatha Christie's Marple 11:00pm A Touch of Frost 1:05am Wycliffe 2:10am Where the Heart is 3:00am ITV3 Nightscreen 3:30am Teleshopping

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Countdown King of Queens King of Queens King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Frasier Car S.O.S Undercover Boss USA Channel 4 News Summary The Supervet The Supervet Deal or No Deal Countdown A New Life in the Sun Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Posh Pawn 24 Hours in A and E Keeping Up with the Khans Royal Navy School Murder Rap

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Minder The Chase Magnum, P.I. The Sweeney The Professionals The Chase Pawn Stars Pawn Stars The Car Chasers Magnum, P.I. Minder The Sweeney The Professionals The Car Chasers Pawn Stars Pawn Stars Storage Wars Texas Storage Wars Texas Benidorm Tomorrow Never Dies FYI Daily Tomorrow Never Dies Texas Killing Fields FYI Daily Texas Killing Fields Storage Wars Texas ITV4 Nightscreen Teleshopping

1:40pm The Top Ten Show 2016 2:00pm Taken 3 4:00pm Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 6:00pm Into the Storm 7:45pm Guardians of the Galaxy 10:00pm Taken 3 12:00am Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

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Milkshake! The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Can't Pay? We'll Take it Away! Home and Away Neighbours NCIS The Girl He Met Online 5 News Neighbours Home and Away 5 News The Nightmare GPs: Behind Closed Doors Inside Buckingham Palace Person of Interest Person of Interest NCIS True Crimes: The First 72 Hours Super Casino 10,000 BC: Two Tribes Wildlife SOS HouseBusters House Doctor

7:45am Curse of the Pink Panther 9:45am The Top Ten Show 2016 10:05am The War of the Roses 12:10pm Nacho Libre 1:50pm Let's be Cops 3:40pm The Hangover 5:25pm Analyze This 7:15pm Analyze That 9:00pm The Hangover 10:45pm Let's be Cops 12:45am Lovesick 2:15am One Night in Istanbul 3:50am The Castle

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Charmed Hollyoaks Rules of Engagement Rules of Engagement New Girl New Girl Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey Charmed Charmed How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Melissa and Joey Melissa and Joey How I Met Your Mother How I Met Your Mother New Girl New Girl The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks The Goldbergs The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The 100 Supernatural The Big Bang Theory

Fighting Demons Exists Barely Lethal Last Knights Fighting Demons Unfriended Pitch Perfect 2 Barely Lethal Action comedy about a special ops agent who just wants to be a normal teenager. Pitch Perfect 2 Unfriended Last Knights Exists Barely Lethal Action comedy about a special ops agent who just wants to be a normal teenager. The Top Ten Show 2016 Which movies are doing the best business at home and across the pond?

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Football Gold Football Gold Football Gold Football Gold WWE Experience Fantasy Football Club Highlights Premier League 100 Club Soccer A.M. - The Best Bits Boxing Premier League 100 Club La Liga World 2015 Fantasy Football Club Highlights Boxing Gold Boxing Gold Boxing La Liga World 2015 Boxing Gold Boxing Gold Boxing Gold Sky Sports Originals - Football: Race for the Title Boxing

Cricket Classic Cricket Time of Our Lives Cricket Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Sporting Heroes Cricket Sporting Greats Sporting Greats Cricket Sporting Heroes Cricket Classic Cricket's Greatest Cricket Pre Season with the Hurricanes Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Cricket Pre Season with the Hurricanes Football Gold Football Gold Pro Kabaddi League 2016 Cricket Classic Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Cricket's Greatest Darts Gold

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in history 1478: George, the Duke of Clarence, brother of Edward IV, is murdered in the Tower of London. 1516: Queen Mary I, also known as Bloody Mary for her persecution of Protestants is born. 1564: Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti-Simoni, Italian painter and sculptor, died. 1701: Philip V of Spain makes his ceremonial entry into Madrid. 1797: The last invasion of Britain takes place when some 1,400 Frenchmen land in Wales. 1804: British engineer Richard Trevithick demonstrated the first steam engine to run on rails. 1857: Lord Robert BadenPowell, founder of the Boy Scout Movement was born. 1878: Thomas Edison received a patent for his phonograph. 1885: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain, is published in New York. 1906: William Kellogg established the Battle Creek Toasted Cornflake Company. 1932: Manchurian independence is formally declared. 1945: US Marines storm ashore at Iwo Jima. 1986: MIR space station (USSR) launched. 1987: Andy Warhol died. 1991: US and UN ground offensive began against Iraq. 2006: The Rolling Stones stage the world’s largest rock concert at Copacabana Beach.

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Freeheld Directed by: Peter Sollett Starring: Julianne Moore, Ellen Page, Michael Shannon, Josh Charles

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Unscramble the name of a television series first broadcast on BBC Two in January 2005 (two words): DONNED RAGS Unscramble the name of a famous British politician: MAN SOLD AXLE

Hexagram

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

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Freeheld is the true love story of Laurel Hester [Julianne Moore] and Stacie Andree [Ellen Page] and their fight for justice. A decorated New Jersey police detective, Laurel is diagnosed with cancer and wants to leave her hard earned pension to her domestic partner, Stacie. However the county officials, Freeholders, conspire to prevent Laurel from doing this. Thereafter follows their struggle for equality.

Francisco Rabaneda Cuervo , February 18, Fashion designer Better known as Paco Rabanne, the popular fashion designer was born in the Basque Country on February 18, 1934. He is well known for his fashion creations and the brand of perfumes which carries his name. PHOTO: kojoku / Shutterstock.com

John Travolta, Actor, February 18, 62 Actor who starred in the 1970s hit films Saturday Night Fever and Grease. He later went on to play Vincent Vega in the critically acclaimed 1994 film Pulp Fiction and he also starred in Get Shorty, Ladder 49, Wild Hogs, Hairspray and Swordfish. Prince Andrew, Royalty, February 19, 56 The third child and second son of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He is also known for his success with the Royal Navy, particularly during the Falklands War. Charlotte Church, Singer, February 21, 30 Welsh soprano singer-songwriter who has sung classical and pop music and has sold more than 10 million records internationally. She released the #2 hit single ‘Crazy Chick.’ Bruce Forsyth, Game Show Host, February 22, 88 English comedian, television personality and game show host of UK’s The Price is Right and Strictly Come Dancing. He was named Male TV Personality of the year from 1975 to 1978, and was Knighted in 2011. Peter Fonda, Actor, February 23, 76 Best known for starring in the classic film Easy Rider, he also received a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination alongside his co-stars for Outstanding Performance by a Cast for 2007 film 3:10 to Yuma. Bill Bailey, Comedian, February 24, 52 Zany English comedian who is best known for his role in Black Books and for his appearances on Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Have I Got News for You and QI.

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LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION 1 Butane 2 Mentor 3 Presto 4 Infirm 5 Assert 6 Recall 7 Morbid 8 Teasel 9 Inside 10 Beacon 11 Nettle 12 Casein 13 Thence 14 Theism 15 Confer 16 Cheery 17 Marrow 18 Fecund 19 Inbred

YOUR STARS ARIES (March 21 - April 20) There is something comfortable about your life at the moment. Even though there seems to be a good reason to change it, you hesitate. A situation seems to have become outdated and no longer works well. TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) Starting on a new hobby or job has opened your eyes to much that is round you. You ask yourself why it was not so clear to you before. This does not matter. This is where you are and where you need to be at the moment. GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) The buzz in your head is not a mysterious thing. It is the sound of something quite different. Clearly, it is time to act on an idea held for a long time. The buzz will not go away until you are satisfied. Get with the yoga and plan your approach. One step at a time avoids confusion. CANCER (June 22 - July 23) An emotional journey which you made last year comes to mind again. Although there are adjustments to be made, you are now more at ease. Whichever way you go now will be a lucky improvement in your sphere. LEO (July 24 - August 23) A branch is dangling in the wind.

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It’s both a vertical and horizontal week. What goes right somewhere could easily go wrong elsewhere. Sensitive Venus conspires with touchy Mars to trigger tensions and troubles. If you’re aware of where others are coming from, you’ll be fine. You’ll have fun, but don’t let your spending splurges rule your head.

You feel that, if you grasp it, finances will improve. Your hesitation is felt as weakness but it is good to check. See this branch from all angles. The last thing that you want is to tug on it and find that it is too much to hold. VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) Are you hoping that a recent acquaintance will provide the answer to a question? Your friends have given their opinions but you are still not convinced. Here is a situation where expert advice is needed, not a random opinion. LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) There is a lot to take on board this week. At times, you may feel that it is too much to cope with. You, however, are made of stronger stuff. Are you telling me that Fred down the road is better than you? No, of course not. Show everyone what you are made of this week by getting it sorted.

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SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) Yours is a big heart, but be more selective about what and who you let in. As you are currently seeing things so clearly, make some choices. Your quality of both life and work will change for the better. You are not being selfish. You know there is such a thing as necessary self-preservation. SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) Sometimes you feel you are on a stage. Attention is on you, lights shining bright, people waiting. There is no problem with doing what is expected, but maybe an uneasy feeling about where you are. We can all end up in the wrong place, so do what is necessary to get back to where you want to be. CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) There is a difficulty with someone not standing on their own two feet. It's someone close, but it’s certainly not you. It is not possible to stand by and see bad mistakes happen. On the other hand, there needs to be a balance so as not to enforce dependency. A friend may help, but you will manage this. AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19) Working in the dark is not your favourite thing. Blazing lights on everything is more your style. Why, then, do you not have control of the facts? Maybe hiding in the shadows and avoiding something has put you where you are.

EXPLORERS AND ADVENTURERS 1. According to French author Jules Verne, what was the name of the eccentric British adventurer, who, along with his valet Passepartout, attempted to circumnavigate the world in 80 days on a £20,000 wager set by his friends at the Reform Club? 2. Named after an Inca sun god, what was the name of the balsa wood raft that Norwegian explorer and writer Thor Heyerdahl rowed across the Pacific Ocean from South America to the Polynesian islands in 1947? 3. Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) was the first in a series of films to star actor Harrison Ford as which fictional college professor of archaeology/adventurer? 4. The capital of North Carolina is named after which famous English adventurer, a favourite of Elizabeth I? 5. What was the name of the Welsh-born journalist who began his expedition to find the missionary and explorer David Livingstone in March 1871? 6. Which 19th century English explorer who, with John Speke, was the first European to explore Lake Tanganyika, shares his name with a famous Welsh actor? 7. Which British naval officer and explorer who led the ill-fated second expedition to reach the South Pole, died there on March 29, 1912? 8. Which famous 20th century explorer was the first person to visit both the North and South Poles by surface means and the first to completely cross Antarctica on foot? 9. Which famous American luxury vehicle manufacturing company founded in 1902, is named after a 17th century French explorer who founded Detroit? 10. Which famous Italian explorer discovered the island of Hispaniola, now Haiti and the Dominican Republic, in December 1492? Not a lot of people know that… the Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama has a city in India named after him, as well as three Brazilian football teams, several ships, a crater on the moon and several places in Lisbon 1. PHILEAS FOGG, 2. KON-TIKI, 3. Dr Henry Walton ‘INDIANA’ JONES, 4, SIR WALTER RALEIGH, 5. HENRY MORTON STANLEY, 6. RICHARD BURTON, 7. ROBERT FALCON SCOTT, 8. RANULPH FIENNES (Sir Ranulph Twisleton-Wykeham-Fiennes), 9. CADILLAC - named after Antoine Laumet de La Mothe, sieur de Cadillac, 10. CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS, also known as CRISTOBAL COLON

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

TARGET: Average: 18 Good: 23 Very good: 33 Excellent: 40

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION aged dang doge dong drag dreg egad ergo gean gear gnaw goad goer gone gore gown grad gran grew grow ogre rage rang wage agone anger argon dodge gonad goner gored grade grand groan grown orang organ raged range waged wager wagon wodge wrong danged danger dodger dragon gadder gander garden gnawed gnawer goaded gowned graded grande onager orange ranged dowager groaned wagoner wordage wronged DOWNGRADE

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Down 2 Flat fish only (4) 3 Endless oriental holiday in spring (6) 5 Scruffy diners are hosed down (6) 6 First of November poem, Bud (4) 7 A nice temple built on shelf over fireplace (11)

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Cryptic Across 1 Former president’s railroad measure (6) 4 Drink on the way, I hear, in sultanate (6) 9 Health resort in a European country (5) 11 Leaf covering (5) 13 Deep South coming back fast (5) 15 Earth spins after the French hide (7) 16 Strangely regal composer (5) 17 Someone who gives a fellow gold (5) 18 Thanks after Dad’s Italian food (5) 20 Europeans found in the Arctic and Antarctic? (5) 21 Fires possibly singe it (7) 22 A Scot translating one of Puccini’s operas (5) 24 Minor official concerned with First Lady (5) 26 Dismisses for reordering casks (5) 27 Referee seen in photos for a starter (6) 28 Revolutionary actors for Cuban leader (6)

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Across: 1 Ankara, 4 Status, 7 Sartorial, 9 Opts, 10 Rota, 11 Front, 13 Staple, 14 Gentle, 15 Abates, 17 Oscars, 19 State, 20 Teem, 22 Asia, 23 Menagerie, 24 Adders, 25 Scamps. Down: 1 Actors, 2 Alas, 3 Attire, 4 Spring, 5 Ajar, 6 Sedate, 7 Stratagem, 8 Lost cause, 11 Flees, 12 Tense, 15 Attila, 16 Steals, 17 Otters, 18 Shades, 21 Mere, 22 Aida.

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8 Poet’s oath about therapist (9) 10 Letter recipient scattered seeds, dear (9) 12 Material from the last Ice Age (7) 14 Put forward a motion in favour of the position (7) 19 Former tennis star is a gas, funnily (6) 20 Worshippers, I assume, embracing Iran formerly (6) 23 Aphrodite’s child came back hurting (4) 25 Rewrite diet (4)

Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 6 represents Z and 24 represents B, so fill in Z every time the figure 6 appears and B every time the figure 24 appears. Now, using your knowledge of the English language, work out which letters should go in the missing squares. As you discover the letters, fill in other squares with the same number in the main grid and the control grid

Across 1 Summits (5) 4 Vocation (6) 9 Understand (7) 10 Requires (5) 11 Minuscule (4) 12 Departing (7) 13 Heavens (3) 14 In this place (4) 16 Final (4) 18 Weep (3) 20 Ignorant of (7) 21 Quick (4) 24 Porcelain (5) 25 Seeing (7) 26 Cricket team (6) 27 Melodies (5)

Down 1 Buccaneer (6) 2 Once more (5) 3 Slender (4) 5 Yearly (8) 6 Foes (7) 7 Quit formally (6) 8 React verbally (5) 13 Divide (8) 15 Analyse (7) 17 Brawn (6) 18 Prison rooms (5) 19 Phases (6) 22 Foreign (5) 23 Playthings (4)

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

1 Peculiar, 4 Pale, 7 Reads, 9 Snail, 11 Meets, 12 Boats, 13 Subtle, 15 Chosen, 19 Finds, 21 Whale, 23 Stout, 24 Scare, 25 Half, 26 Shelters. Down: 1 Perhaps, 2 Charm, 3 Assist, 5 Exits, 6 Lamb, 8 Steal, 10 Leaps, 14 Bonus, 16 Heals, 17 Nucleus, 18 Switch, 19 Fresh, 20 Soon, 22 Erase.

ENGLISHSPANISH Across: 1 Advice, 3 Apio, 7 Lip, 9 Platano, 10 Higo, 11 Item, 14 Enfermo, 15 Uva, 16 Owls, 17 Naipes. Down: 1 Aula, 2 Cupboard, 4 Plateau, 5 Olor, 6 Mariposa, 8 Painful, 12 Beso, 13 Hats.

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Across 1 To marry (5) 4 Melocotón (5) 7 River (3) 8 Soldado (7) 9 Earthquake (9) 13 Campesino (familia, revuelta) (7) 15 Pero (uso adversativo) (3) 16 Grandson (5) 17 Oveja (5)

Down 1 Priest (4) 2 Piedra (material) (5) 3 Cold (infection) (9) 4 Popcorn (9) 5 There (near you) (3) 6 Daño (4) 10 Mesa (mueble) (5) 11 Abierto (4) 12 Paso (4) 14 As (naipes) (3)

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ON average, a person speaks somewhere between 7,000 and 20,000 words every day. Most of these are just fillers like ‘and,’ ‘so,’ and ‘on.’ But the words that are used to convey a message often carry stories of their own. Here we take a look at the origins of the common word. 1. OK. ‘Okay’ has one of the most complicated word origins to track down. Although there are dozens of theories, nobody’s sure which one is correct. Some of the best suggestions are: Omnis Korrecta is Latin for ‘all correct.’ Another would be: Och Aye or O Qu’oui, Scottish and French, respectively for ‘Ah, yes.’ Alternatively, ‘Oll Korrect,’ a common misspelling in the US of ‘all correct’ back in the 1800s is attributed to Andrew Jackson, the seventh US president, and John Jacob Astor. 2. Spirit. Speaking of spirits, have you ever stood close to someone who has bad breath? Believe it or not, these two have a connection. By that, we mean that the words ‘spirit’ and ‘breath’ have common roots. The English ‘spirit’ comes from the Latin ‘spiritus,’ which can mean ‘breath,’ ‘breathing,’ or ‘soul.’ We can even take it one step further: Spirare has its origins in an Indo-European word that means ‘to blow.’ 3. Influenza. Most of us just call it ‘flu,’ but the full-length word ‘influenza’ actually carries some history on its back. It was originally Italian, where it means ‘influence.’ The name refers to the cause of the disease rather than the illness itself, as the old Italians had the same explanation for illnesses as for disasters. They blamed both on unfortunate astrological constellations. 4. Poison is directly borrowed from the French, who rewrote the Latin word potionem. The Latin word first and foremost meant ‘a drink.’ But it gathered more ominous meanings such as ‘magical potion’ and ‘medicinal potion’ before finally translating into ‘poisoned drink.’ 5 Pants. The mystery of the plural

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App of the Week Slide Slide lets you create faux3D GIFs. Every major social network now lets you post videos, but not every photographic situation is improved by video. With this week’s App of the Week, you can add a little depth to a still image just by moving your phone a little. Slide is an app by Little Pixels that lets you easily create a stereoscopic-like GIF with your iPhone. Just tap your screen, slide your phone and then tap your subject. Slide will create a GIF that looks like it’s in 3D.

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OK: There are dozens of theories. ‘pants’ has fascinated us all at some point. Why more than one pant? What is a pant? Little did we know that the word actually has a fascinating background. Some people already know that ‘pants’ is an abbreviation of ‘pantaloons.’ The type of tight trousers that used to be called ‘pantaloons’ were named after a famous character, much like celebrities get fashion items named after them today. Pantaleone was his name, and this wasn’t any old trouserwearing man. He was a well-known character in 16th-century Italian comedies. Due to his thin legs, he wore full-length tights instead of the popular knee breeches. 6 Whiskey. Countless are those who have drowned their sorrows in a bottle of Scotch, but did they know that whiskey is called ‘whiskey’ in countries that have an ‘e’ in their name, like Ireland, and ‘whisky’ in countries without an ‘e,’ such as Scotland? The Gaelic were well aware of this and named their favourite beverage uiscebeathadh (‘water of life’). This was shortened to uisce (‘water’). Try saying uisce out loud, and you’ll find that it sounds quite similar to our ‘whiskey.’ 7 Avocado. The word ‘avocado’ originates from the Nahuatlan word ahuacatl, which was used for describing the fruit. The word ahuacatl underwent a series of misinterpretations. The Spanish changed ahuacatl to

‘aguacate,’ which was then changed by the English to avogato in the 1600s. 8. Robot. We use our machines as slaves! and really, why shouldn’t we? They don’t feel fatigue or hunger, and they can’t complain about bad work conditions. Maybe that’s what went through Karel Capek’s head in 1920 when he gave the name ‘robots’ to the emotionless, mass-produced workers in his play Rossum’s Universal Robots. The Czech word robotnik means ‘slave,’ as does the Old Slavic robu and rabota. 9. Disaster. Today, there are few of us who blame the stars when something goes wrong. The old Italians probably also complained a lot too, but they had one major excuse when things were going south. If you were born under certain stars, you were prone to bad luck and misfortune. From that belief came the word disastrato (‘born under an ill star’). 10. Hazard. Have you ever played a game of dice? Most of us know that little rush of adrenaline when you let go of the small cubes, hoping that they will roll in your favour. ‘A game of dice’ has long been one of the principal meanings of the word ‘hazard.’ It was derived from the Old French word hasard, a word for all sorts of dice games. Hasard came from the Spanish azar, ‘an unfortunate throw of dice.’

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Boggled How many English words can you find in the Boggled grid, according to the following rules? The letters must be adjoining in a ‘chain’. They can be adjacent horizontally, vertically or diagonally. Words must contain at least four letters and may include singular and plural or other derived forms. No letter may be used more than once within a single word, unless it appears twice. No vulgarities or proper nouns are permitted.

TARGET: Average: 23 Good: 29 Very good: 42 Excellent: 52

SCORING: • 4 letters: 1 point • 5 letters: 2 points • 6 letters: 3 points • 7 letters: 4 points • 8 or more letters: 11 points

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION iota item items imps deism deist demit demits demist demise dement dements demesne deaf deem deems deva defat date emit emits eaves eves atop aves spied emptied evade feist feta feat fees fate fated fade fave feces cense cent cents cento cess cesspit cement cements cots cote cotes

Word Ladder TIDY

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION

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.

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

TIDY TIDE HIDE HIVE LIVE LOVE

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Positively Pink and Blue’s 2016 screening programmes CAMPAIGN will start this month and run until December By John Smith IT has been confirmed that both the Positively Pink and Positively Blue screening programmes for 2016 start this month and will run until December. Positively Pink and Positively Blue are the Mijas-based charities with the sole aim of raising the necessary funds to provide education, support and a free breast or prostate / testicular screening for British men and women living on the Costa del Sol. For the ladies, Positively Pink offers a comprehensive (Gold standard) screening process that includes a consultation, physical examination, health education as well as a mammogram or ultrasound. As well as this, ladies will also receive a translation into

English of the results. Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women. The risk of breast cancer increases with age. 80 per cent of breast cancers occur in women over the age of 50 though Positively Pink believes that screening should be available to all women from 18 years of age. For the men, Positively Blue offers a free consultation and PSA blood (Prostate) test, as well as education and awareness on how to self-examine for testicular cancer. Often in the early stages prostate cancer has no symptoms. Both screening programmes are carried out in conjunction with Clinica Medicare, a nurse led British health centre based in La Cala de Mijas. Lorraine Palmer the founder of both Positively Pink and Positively Blue continues to be-

lieve that “early detection is your best protection.” She would like to thank everyone who continues to support the charities, from the small team of volunteers who work tirelessly with the support of local businesses, who each year ensure they are able to continue to give access to the free screening programmes. The programmes for 2016 are being launched differently, and the organisations need to make readers aware of some fundamental changes. Both programmes will be restricted in the number of appointments available due to the reduction of income during 2015. In 2015 Positively Pink screened in excess of 900 ladies and Positively Blue screened in excess of 450 men. To run these programmes and offer this many screenings

the charities spent in excess of €80,000. As in previous years both programmes are offered free of charge, however the charity would now ask that each attendee make a donation (the charity is suggesting a minimum donation of at least €10 is made), as without the sufficient funds the charities will not be able to offer these invaluable screening programmes in future years. The 2016 campaign begins this month and appointments will be available by calling Clinica Medicare on: 952 835 776. PLEASE NOTE: Bookings for the whole of 2016 can be on a first come, first served basis. Please do not delay in making a booking, as if you do, they may not be able to offer you a screening in 2016!

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SPECIALIST: Doctor Luis Perez Belmonte. This week one of our readers has asked the doctor about hearing loss. DEAR doctor, For some time now I seem to have been suffering from loss of hearing, my family say I turn the TV up far too loud and that I can’t hear them when they talk to me. My doctor says this is normal at my age (65) and that I shouldn’t worry about it, however my children tell me I can’t go on like this as it could be dangerous, for example they say I can’t hear properly when I’m driving. Who is right? Doctor responds: - One of the parts of our bodies which are most affected by the passing of time is our ears, causing loss of hearing which is often minor but in some cases can affect normal daily life. It can be quite dangerous under certain circumstances, such as while driving, as drivers must be able to hear properly to avoid causing harm to themselves and/or others. I think you should be evaluated by an ear, nose and throat specialist and

also get yourself checked out at a drivers’ medical centre to see whether you can continue driving or not. Reader continues: I also hear a ringing sound in my ears which comes and goes, why is this? Am I going to need a hearing aid? Doctor replies: - Ringing sounds are usually a consequence of an abnormal functioning of the inner ear, which is not always linked to a loss of hearing. There are certain exercises and training which, along with medication, can help reduce the intensity of these sounds. If your hearing loss is important and stops you leading a normal daily life, you should go to a specialist doctor who will consider whether a hearing aid would help you hear better. Occasionally, depending on the cause, it is impossible to recover lost hearing but only a specialist at a medical centre can ascertain this.

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Ask the Optician - Can Cancer Affect the Eyes? Amrik Sappal, Store Director from Specsavers Opticas Fuengirola WORLD Cancer Day is held each year on February 4 and unites the world’s population in the fight against cancer. It aims to save millions of lives each year by raising awareness about the disease, so we wanted to share some information about cancer and the eyes, what it is, how you can spot it and what can happen. Can cancer affect the eyes? Yes it can, although it is rare. There are two main types of cancer which can be found inside the eye, Primary Intraocular Cancer which starts inside the eyeball and Metastic Cancer, which starts somewhere else in the body and then spreads to the eye. What are the symptoms of eye cancer? Unfortunately this is a disease which often comes with little or no symptoms, which makes it difficult to spot. Some of the symptoms of eye cancer can include; loss of vision, seeing flashing lights, a dark spot on the iris which gradually grows, a visible lump on your eyelid and pain in and around the eye. How can eye cancer be diagnosed? In many cases eye cancer can be spotted during a routine eye test. For example, Andrew Beckett went to Specsavers in Mallorca for an eye test after noticing his vision had become blurred and thought he needed some new glasses. During the sight test the optician im-

mediately suspected that there was a problem with his eye and advised him to go straight to casualty to have it checked out in more detail. Within 15 minutes of arriving at the hospital, Andrew was seen by the doctor and then referred to an eye specialist for tests. The tests revealed cancer of the eye and he was quickly admitted to hospital for an operation to remove his eye. Mr Beckett has now fully recovered from his cancer and has been fitted with a prosthetic eye and is incredibly grateful the eye test spotted the problem before the cancer spread. There are many other conditions which can be picked up by a simple visit to the opticians, including diabetes, brain tumours and glaucoma. If necessary the optician will refer you directly for further medical examination to an Ophthalmologist or your GP for treatment. Specsavers Opticas are currently offering free sight tests, to find your nearest store and book an appointment visit www.specsavers.es.

surgery for women with Carpal tunnel syndrome. Unsurprisingly, in my completely unbiased opinion physiotherapy got better results in terms of pain reduction, and most critically, the return to function and movement. This was especially noticeable at the first, third and six-month marks as they didn’t have to recover from surgery. One of the most critical factors is that the physiotherapy included techniques to desensitise the central nervous system. Central Sensitisation If you have read my blog (www.TheBodyworksClinic.co m/blog) or seen my Facebook page you will have seen many articles I have written on chronic pain and how to manage it (tip - not painkillers!) and a key factor is central sensitisation. This occurs when the ongoing pain starts to make your en-

tire nervous system super sensitive. So any small thing, which you wouldn’t normally notice, trips you over the edge into BIG pain. Painkillers can’t treat it, and operations can make it worse. It’s often dismissed as you being a ‘hypochondriac’. What does this have to do with Carpal tunnel? Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when there is trauma to the nerve that runs from the neck, through the shoulder, elbow and wrist to the fingers. Nerve issues can quickly lead to central sensitisation. Once this happens they often don’t respond well to treatment or surgery. For more information on central sensitisation and carpal tunnel syndrome please check out my blog www.TheBodywork sClinic.com/blog or call 952 883 151.

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Caterpillars are dangerous DEAR Editor, On the story that appeared about the processionary caterpillars, three dogs in our area ended up in intensive care and lost part of their tongue s a f t e r t o u c h i n g o n e o f these. Thanks for highlighting this problem, it might prevent a fatality. Lis via the Internet

Angels and Age Care DEAR EWN, Thank you so much for publishing the a r t i c l e o n t h e d o n a tio n from the Angels and amalgamating it with the news about the new coffee morning venue at Fuengirola. Age Care appreciates your help very much. It is really important to us that we keep people aware of what Age Care do. There are so

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DEAR EWN, People really irritate me over the access and cost of entrance to the Caminito del Rey. First they complained that they couldn’t get tickets even though it was relatively easy to go online and book ahead, then they were up in arms over allocation to hotel and restaurant owners (which was admittedly a bit naughty), who then only handed them over if you had a meal. Now, because the whole thing is being h a n d e d o v e r t o a p riv a te company to release council workers for hopefully more important matters, they are all complaining about a €10 charge! It costs more or less the same to see a film and the walk cost a heck of a lot to get ready and now keep safe and open for visitors. Let’s put things into perspective and find real problems to worry about, not the price of a tourist attraction. Pauline, Malaga City

knitted knockers Spain and Maggie, who set up the group, and her friend Karen is making me a ‘knocker.’ They need more knitters in other parts of Spain and I thought that maybe you could mention them in the EWN as you are known for getting involved with charitable work and knitting ‘knockers’ is such a wonderful, positive thing to do free of charge for a stranger. Thank you for taking the time to read my message. Susan, via email.

Taxi strike DEAR EWN, With regards to the forthcoming Malaga taxi strike, I really have no sympathy left for local taxi drivers. I used to get them up to and back from Malaga airport before, but now prefer to use the train and try to avoid them at all costs. I find them expensive nor do I not think they merit their charges... but I am sure others will love them ;-) Mike via the Internet

DEAR All, I am impressed with the trouble that you all take to keep us up to date with all of the developments along the coast and it was particularly good news to hear about the extra service that BA are going to offer from Stansted to Malaga. Whilst flights are still pretty expensive compared to the halcyon days of the late 70s and early 80s when there was plenty of competition, the more options there are, the better it is for all passengers. From a selfish point of view, I like to use Stansted as it is closest to my home and to have another option is great. Keep on informing us every week. Harold from Cabopino

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that is done by the 4 Paws charity which particularly looks after the rehoming of older dogs which are much more difficult to help than cute little puppies. They handle a large number of dogs each year, but costs are very high, especially when many of the animals are rehoused in other parts of Europe. For more information or to offer assistance please visit https://www.facebook.com/4-pawsadoptions-127264347404435 Kind regards, Caroline in the UK via e-mail

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What good news DEAR Sir, What good news it was to read about the action of the National Police in conjunction with the British National Crime Agency to uncover the huge drug factory in Costa Blanca. It is a great shame to think British criminals were heavily involved in the production of this evil and addictive drug but at least the UK was involved in helping to catch them. Let’s hope that there will now be a few less new addicts because of the action that has been taken. Edward from Denia

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Annual drama festival THIS year, the annual drama festival will take place between March 15 and March 19 with a total of 14 plays being presented at Ince’s Hall. Tickets for the festival priced at £5 for each performance, £30 for a season ticket and £10 for the Gala night can be obtained from the John Mackintosh Hall during weekdays from February 22.

Miss Gibraltar late rush JUST prior to the closing date, a number of late entries to the Miss Gibraltar 2016 competition were made and there will now be nine contenders for the crown. Although the venue has not been announced yet for the Miss World finals, previous venues included China and Indonesia, so whoever becomes Miss Gibraltar 2016 on June 4 must be hoping for an exotic venue.

N O W Another rogue pilot boat A SECOND incursion by a pilot boat from the Port of Algeciras occurred on February 15 and this activity will be included in complaints to the states where the merchant ships are registered as well as the company which runs the pilot boats. The pilots are supposed to offer a safe service in crowded waters but ignore Gibraltar territorial waters and ignore instructions.

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Minister visits San Roque

ADVERSE COMMENT: The Chief Minister and mayor in front of the flags of San Roque, Spain and Andalucia.

AS part of his ongoing dialogue with representatives of local Spanish towns, Chief Minister Fabian Picardo travelled the few miles across the border on February 12

to me e t w ith th e ma yor of Sa n Roque, Juan Carlos Ruiz Boix. The meeting had been arranged to discuss ways of cultural and business cooperation despite any problems with the frontier or national government.

As the mayor represents the Socialist party which may form the ne xt Spa nis h gove rnme nt, it is possible that the PSOE will in any case be generally less antagonistic. This is the first visit the Chief

Minister has made to the Campo area since returning to Office following the elections, although a photograph of him signing the visitors’ book in front of the San Roque flag has garnered some adverse comment on social media.

IN the late afternoon of Monday February 15, astonished onlookers watched a man jump into a Guardia Civil vehicle, start it up, complete a U-turn and then drive it across the border into Gibraltar, where it was quickly stopped and the man was bundled out of the car. It turns out that the man desperate to enter Gibraltar was a Polish national who may have been refused entry earlier that day due to lack of documentation. However he was quickly ejected from Gibraltar and handed over to the Spanish authorities who were no doubt furious that one of their officers should have left his keys in an unlocked car. Now it appears an investigation will take place to see how a video from CCTV has been seen on social media.

First formal meeting LIEUTENANT GENERAL Edward Davis, Governor and Commander in Chief of the Royal Gibraltar Regiment had his first formal meeting with the British Armed Forces Gibraltar on a visit to the Royal Gibraltar Regiment on February 10. The Commanding Officer Lieutenant Colonel Ivor Lopez led the Governor on a tour of Camp Devil’s Tower, where they visited the new facilities of the Regimental Band and the Motor Transport Section. The regiment will be travelling to the UK for annual training which is given the code name Jebel Tarik. The four week exercise will involve about 170 regular and reserve soldiers to maintain operational capabilities.

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FORMAL MEETING: The commanding officer of the regiment, the director of the band and the governor.

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Lux Mundi charity take a trip to see Madrid

PLAZA MAYOR MADRID: A tourist bus ticket for two days is included in the price. AS part of its ongoing service to members of the local community, Lux Mundi the registered charity directed by the Malaga Diocese and the Jesuits arranges a number of journeys and social events. Their next trip sees a three night, fourday excursion to capital Madrid at a cost of €310 per person for a double room and €385 for a single room in the three star Hotel Regente. This excursion will include transport by bus and train, the hotel (bed and break-

fast), travel insurance and a tourist bus ticket for two days. The trip which starts on March 15 and sees a return on March 18 has an early morning pick up to take participants to Malaga from the Fuengirola bullring at 6.15am or the fairground at 6.20am. For more details or to book call 952 474 840 or visit www.lux-mundi.org but please note that a €100 deposit must be paid by the end of February.

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Thespa evening of two plays ADVANCE booking for the performance is essential By John Smith THE next meeting will be on Wednesday February 24 w ith re a ding pe rforma nc e s of tw o one - act plays and dinner. The first play reading is Mantrap, written by Paul R e a ke s , dire c te d by Wendy Smith and the cast is Beverley Stonehewer, Jamie Stonehewer, Peter Bramall, Michael Barnes and Jean Macer. The second play reading is With Love from J o hn and Rita, written by Aline Spencer and directed by Michael Baker. The c a s t is A nn Ell i s, G e offre y Sta ns fiel d,

Richard Hughes and A N Other. Thespa performs at the Masoni c Hal l , Edi f i ci o Bougainvillea, Avenida de Los Boliches 108 in Los Bol i ches. The eveni ng starts at 7pm (curtain up at 7.30pm ) and nor m al l y lasts until approximately 10.45pm. As they only accommodat e an audi ence of 64, booking in advance is essential and can be made on t he booki ng phone l i ne 622 454 422 or by e-mail to thespabooking@gmail. com and i t t ends t o be more efficient if a booking is sent by e-mail. Regardless of how you book, it is imperative that

you leave your name and those of your party, your cont act det ai l s and whether you require the set meal or vegetarian option. The entrance charge incl udi ng t he set m eal i s €16 for members and €18 for guests. Please make your reservations by Friday February 19, in order that they can organise the necessary catering. Starter: Crispy bacon & goat’s cheese salad Mai n Cour se: Roast chicken dinner Vegetarian Option: fish Dessert: Apple strudel & ice-cream

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Age Concern get together regularly CHARITY is always looking for people to help out By John Smith AGE CONCERN Estepona and Manilva group is particularly active and regularly runs events to raise money for the charity, but itâ€™s not all about money as one of the problems that can come is loneliness and itâ€™s not always easy to go for a meal by yourself. Lunches are therefore organised throughout the year to enable supporters and friends of Age Concern to come together with volunteers and enjoy good food with great conversation. One such lunch was held recently at the Mumbai Masala restaurant in Estepona port. Forty-four people attended and tucked into excellent Indian fayre. The charity is always looking for people who have a few hours to spare and would like to offer their time to helping others, so these lunches al-

RECENT LUNCH: Happy eaters with Age Concern. so help recruitment. Volunteering is very rewarding both to the individual and to the person being helped and if you have any time to spare please call 608 458 555 and chat to Eileen. For older people who require help or advice Age Concern operates a telephone service called Lifeline. This gives

the individual a direct point of contact with the charity. The telephone number is 650 163 928 but it should be noted that Age Concern is not an emergency service. To find out even more about Age Concern, visit http://acespana.org/ageconcern-estepona-andmanilva-website

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A true musical legend is coming to Fuengirola BAND is to appear at the Festival of the Blues on Friday March 4 By John Smith ALTHOUGH it’s a cliché used about any musician who has been around for a few years, 72-year-old rocker Leo Lyons original bass player with blues/ rock band Ten Years After really deserves the legend label. He isn’t just a one-off member playing on the fact he was with the band that won so much acclaim at Woodstock, but he founded the band with guitar ‘speed king’ Alvin Lee and played with every version until

Hundred Seventy Split with Leo in the centre. he left in 2013 to concentrate on Hundred Seventy Split, a

three-piece which includes exTYA guitarist Joe Gooch.

Women’s World Day of Prayer will be on March 4 EV ERY Y EA R the re is a s pe c ia l da y w he n w ome n are asked to pray for childre n in ge ne ra l a nd for those in one country in partic ula r a nd for 2016 the country chosen is Cuba. C oordina te d from the U SA , the re a re Wome n’s World Day of Prayer groups all over the world, representing most of the Christian faiths and Lux Mundi in Fuengirola is just one group which will be celebrating this international day with prayers at 4.30pm on March 4 at St Andrew’s Church,

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INTERNATIONAL DAY: Women praying together. Los Boliches, Avda Nuestro Padre Jesus Cautivo 74.

All are welcome regardless of religious group.

The band has now released three albums, the most recent ‘The Road’ hit number one in the German Amazon charts and now the band is hitting the road to appear at the Festival of the Blues on Friday March 4 at the Palacio de la Paz, Fuengirola. Supported by Tijs Groen a Dutch guitarist and vocalist and the Mama Paula Blues Band, tickets cost between €15 and €30 and doors open at 8pm. To book tickets, visit www.costadeldisco.com or call 952 661 819.

Fuengirola gastronomy THE fifth edition of La Cazuela de la Abuela, which is one of the most awaited gastronomy events in Fuengirola, will start on Friday, February 19. Dozens of restaurants will participate in this contest, which will last until March 6. Customers will have to try the dishes of at least five restaurants and choose their favourite recipe in order to be able to participate in a raffle on March 10 with prizes like TVs, hotel stays and meals at restaurants.

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Loneliness is painful AGE Concern wants to help By John Smith

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SPAIN can be a great place to live especially if you have family or a life partner here and friends that you can rely on. If you have these then you already know that you are blessed, however, many people are not so fortunate. Age Concern Fuengirola y Mijas are at the forefront of the fight to turn the tide against loneliness. The Age Concern core objectives are to provide advice, support and friendship. All clients are considered part of the extended Age Concern family. It will be a long fight, but Age Concern will win if everyone helps. Age Concern needs your support in the form of sponsorship, donations and volunteers to continue their good work. The plan is really very simple and they are looking to raise funds by finding a shop premises so they can sell donated goods which in turn will help to raise funds for a community centre. If you have premises to rent out, please get in contact with them. If you have time, pop in and talk to the Age Concern volunteers about how you could help and/or how they can help you. Meetings are at the Manila bar, next to the Yaramar hotel, Los Boliches promenade every Thursday from 11am to 1pm and at El Caballo de Oro in the main square La Cala behind Supersol every Friday from 11.30am to 1pm. If you can’t make a meeting then do call the Lifeline any weekday from 10am to 5pm on 652 537 615.

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AFTER a very successful debut visit to La Linea de la Concepcion where the One World Symphonic group performed the works of Queen, they now revisit the Palacio de Congresos in La Linea at 9pm on March 3 to perform a selection of works by the legendary Pink Floyd. Tickets for the three-hour show which consists of more than 40 artists, including international singers cost between €20 and €35 and for more information visit www.teatrosdelalinea.com.

AGE CARE Day Centre as part of their coffee morning, are holding a concert on February 23 at Calahonda International Baptist Church given by ‘New Wave Harmony Chorus,’ a group of A Cappella singers who sing in a four-part harmony without background music who will be singing a number of well-known songs. Coffee and home-made cakes will be available from 10.45am and the concert starts at 11.20am. Everybody is welcome to come, meet people and enjoy the morning’s entertainment. The Church address is Calle Jeronimo 1, Gran Calahonda - Mijas Costa 29647 and is close to Los Olivos shopping centre, Calahonda For more information call 635 407 255 or 675 874 308

First social lunch event C O N S E R VAT I V E S ABROAD are holding their first lunch event of 2016 on Monday February 22 at 1.30pm at Tamisa Golf Hotel, Camino Viejo de Coin, km 3.3, 29649 Mijas Costa. This is a purely social event and the three-course lunch includes drinks on arrival and at the table. For tickets at €27 and reservations, please contact Maggie at 952 590 867 or e-mail maggiemijas@yahoo.co.uk.

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Golden trainers at Malaga marathon MUSICAL WORKSHOP: Included balletic warm-up.

‘Jazz Hands’ at Aloha College THRILLED with the final outcome By John Smith THE Aloha College Creative Arts Department welcomed Lucy Lummis, a musical theatre performer and lecturer from the Institute of the Arts, Barcelona on February 3 when she led an intensive musical theatre workshop that included a balletic warm up into a choreographed piece to Fosse’s ‘Chicago.’ The students who partic-

ipated were all pushed physically but they really enjoyed the process and were thrilled with the final outcome. Lucy is a professional musical performer who is currently Dance Captain of ‘Sister Act.’ She has worked professionally on many big stages around the world, so the college was both lucky and delighted to take advantage of this opportunity.

REGISTRATION is now open for the annual Malaga marathon which is hoping to break records in 2016 as it welcomes its 7th edition. Becoming more popular each year, the race saw 3,750 runners in 2015 and is aiming much higher with an early registration and intensified publicity. Runners interested in participating in the marathon, which will take place on December 4 can register now through www.maratonmalaga.com. Remember the 1,000 first registrations will get a reduced price of €35, while for everyone else it

will be €40 until July 1. From then until October 1, the price will jump up to €50, and from November 21 it will be €65, so it is best to get in early, though there are special discounts available for the unemployed, disabled and elderly. Spanish World Marathon Champions Abel Anton and Martin Fiz will be ambassadors of the race and accompany the rest of the runners throughout. Anton was the first Spaniard to win the London marathon in 1998, while Fiz represented Spain in three consecutive Olympic Games, 1992 to 2000.

Cello maestro pays a visit CELLO ‘wunderkind’ Jacob Shaw who has received accolades from some of the finest classical music schools in the world, will be performing works of Bach, Britten and Hui at the Danish Church, Avenida de Dinamarca, Las Lagunas, Mijas Costa at 7.30pm on March 3. With tickets at just €12 or €7 for concessions, this award winning cellist who has performed all over the world promises to deliver a stunning performance of the kind which has had him named ‘Virtuoso of the Future’ in a Swiss competition.

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FINE ARTS: A room in the Medici Palace Florence.

House of the Medici at Benahavis town hall A STORY with great art alongside historical events By John Smith THE next talk at the Benahavis Decorative and Fine Arts Society will take place on Tuesday February 22 when Jo Walton will introduce the audience to A Family Affair, Florence and the House of the Medici. The Medici stamped their authority on Florence over

400 years. At the same time they were responsible for helping to create one of the most vibrating artistic centres ever known. This is a story filled with larger-thanlife characters and great art alongside historical events. Benahavis DFAS meets at the Benahavis Town Hall, doors open 5.30pm and a bar is available, but lectures

start promptly at 6.30 and last approximately 1 1/2 hours with no possibility of admission once the speaker has started. Members are admitted free and non-members are most welcome, but will be charged €12 per person. For more details on the society and future plans, visit www.benahavisdfas.com.

Jumble sales in Fuengirola THE Ark Christian Fellowship in Las Rampas, Fuengirola is holding two massive jumble sales on Friday February 19 and Tuesday February 23 between the hours of 10.30am and 3pm. There will be women’s and men’s clothes for sale at prices €1 or below.

The Thrift Shop in Las Rampas has many clothes and would like to give the community the opportunity to secure bargains galore. The coffee shop will also be open. For further information please call Jenny on 678 103 102 or visit the Ark website at http://thearkspain.com/wordpress/.

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More U3A events THE U3A group continues with its very popular educational talks which take place in the reference library at Lux Mundi, Calle Nueva 3, Fuengirola and times and details are shown below; Wednesday February 24 The 1960s - The Golden Sixties of the Japanese Economic Miracle Geoff Cooke, a Fellow of the Chartered Quality Institute explains how, after World War Two, Japan became the second largest world economy and managed to retain this position for the next 50 years. The country benefited from the close cooperation of workforce, manufacturers and suppliers, utilising their people using the ‘Flying Geese Paradigm’ so that they would not be overtaken. The talk will run from 11am to 12.30pm All talks are free to members and non-members are most welcome but will be charged €5 for each visit. Full details of these and other groups can be found online at www.u3acostadelsol.org or Facebook at www.facebook.com/grou ps/U3ACDS.

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BY the time I reached Guardamar, I was belting out the lyrics like a good ‘un Colin Bird A weekly look Each week, Colin brings his slightly off-thewall view of the world to the pages of EWN in his own irreverent style.

WE have all experienced the power of music and its ability to take us back to special places and key moments in our lives. I was returning from Alicante airport, having dropped off old friends who, until my visit to the UK last year, I had not clapped eyes on for 30-odd years. Theirs was an obscenely early morning flight and I found myself on the deserted N332 at half past stupid with just some light mist, a chunky Kit Kat and an all night radio station for company. 1968 was a helter skelter year, with deep ravines of depression that slowly turned into a new and hap-

DUSTY SPRINGFIELD: A legend of the 1960s. pier phase in my life. My marriage that had terminated abruptly and brutally in the early summer of that year after a whole 18 months, had left me badly

mauled, but an introduction by my friend’s wife (the one I had just delivered to the airport) to her brother, marked the start of my return to normality and a new

circle of close friends. It began with the excellent Jose Feliciano singing Light My Fire - always a passport back in time which was followed by

good old Leapy Lee dodging Little Arrows. Then Aretha Franklin came on to assure me that she would Say A Little Prayer on my behalf. Obviously this was the 1968 music hour, because along came the sandpaper tones of Joe Cocker and the legend that is Dusty Springfield, and when Mary Hopkin reminisced that Those Were the Days, I confess there were goose bumps as I nodded to myself in fervent agreement. By the time I reached Guardamar via Gary Puckett, Marmalade and The Doors, I was belting out the lyrics like a good ‘un. And when the intro to Jesamine by The Casuals oozed silkily out of the speakers, the metamorphosis was complete and I was back in the bar of The Boars Head or on the dance floor at the Thingumajig Club, reborn and thankful to be alive.

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EUROPOL is involved in over 10,000 cross-border investigations each year John Smith Random thoughts... THIS may sound a little like scaremongering but one negative benefit of Britain leaving the Union would be that it would automatically have to leave a little known organisation called Europol. It is not a large operation, it does not have the power to initiate investigations, cannot arrest anyone, is not affiliated to Interpol (which has a completely different role) but is vital to the protection of member states against organised crime, money laundering and terrorism. Europol is the European Union’s law enforcement agency whose main goal is to help achieve a safer Europe for the benefit of all EU citizens. They do this by assisting the European Union’s Member States in their fight against serious international crime and terrorism. With almost 800 staff at headquar-

ROB WAINWRIGHT: Director of Europol. ters in The Hague, it works closely with law enforcement agencies in the 28 EU Member States and has contacts with other non-EU partner states such as Australia, Canada, the USA and Norway. Analysis is at the core of their activities and Europol employs around 100

criminal analysts who are among the best trained in Europe and it is they who constantly update European police agency knowledge based on the flow of information that is transferred through their offices on a day to day basis. It doesn’t always work as is clear

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Problems still being faced SEVENTY-FIVE years ago, parts of the world had been at war for more than two years and the USA was about to align itself with the Allies following the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour. Britain was still holding out against the Axis forces and there was heavy fighting in North Africa with Montgomery managing to defeat both the Italians and Rommel’s panzers in Libya before Britain moved on to Iraq, Syria and Iran to take possession of the oil fields there. During the same period, Greece and Yugoslavia were being invaded but at least the Allies had some wind of this because of the code breakers at Bletchley Park. In the meantime, in what turned out to be a major error, Hitler invaded Russia which was a major reason for his defeat, but it also led to the arms race and the Cold War. Although the timelines are slightly askew, there is certainly a feeling of déjà vu as here we are now, watching an invasion of Greece and many of the former Yugoslavian states albeit from a different direction and there has been continued fighting not only in Libya and Iraq but all over the Middle East. Relationships between Russia and Europe are beginning to break down and economies are suffering albeit for slightly different reasons. There is an old saying that, the more things change, the more they stay the same and we have to hope the current situation is going to resolve itself so rather than continue to stagger into one crisis after the other, politicians decide to try to work together.

from the terrible events in Paris in late 2015, but the blame rests unfortunately with intelligence services in Belgium and France and other countries which have closely guarded their information about suspects. Much has been learnt from the breakdown of communications then and action is being taken to persuade intelligence agencies to improve their communications. What is clear, however, is the Europol is involved in over 10,000 crossborder investigations each year and basically is positioned in many cases to take a piece of information from one country and by computer analysis match it with information from one or more other countries in order to predict or solve crimes. The head of Europol, Rob Wainwright, a former British intelligence officer has confirmed that in the event that Britain does decide to leave the Union, it will have to leave Europol Now we and although it may well be able to want to take a similar position to other non-EU hear your views. partners, at a time when the threat of terrorism is increasing, noYOUR PAPER - YOUR VOICE one knows how such a change - YOUR OPINION will affect the safety of Britain or www.euroweeklynews.com indeed the whole of the EU.

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SPANISH LIFE: KYARA loves the swimming pool and the beach. Having a housesitter can be a win win for pet owners and the sitters. To find a pet-sitter go to www.HousesitMatch.com or call Lamia on +44 (0)1865521508 SINCE moving to Spain with his family, Kyara the spaniel has discovered a number of new pleasures. He loves the swimming pool, and the beach, and he really loves chasing the stray cats who have adopted their new villa and garden. But he misses the lawn from their house in Scotland. As a puppy he would nip at the grass, and then sit in the sun literally chewing the cud. In Spain, he has a wonderful time in the family’s new garden. He loves leaping in the pool with a splash alongside the children. But he does miss the green grass from home near Aberdeen.

When house-sitters are asked to care for him in Marbella when the family go back to Aberdeen for the holidays, they are warned to watch out for Kyara’s grass nibbling habit. A little too much digging the dirt for grass can upset his tummy. The lawn where they live in Marbella is not the same as the velvety lawn in Aberdeen. The lawn is patchy and more scattered with earth and pebbles which he tends to inhale as he nibbles. The family prepare a house-sitter’s guide for the care and feeding of Kyara before the sitters take residence using a template on the website.

Looking after parrots PARROTS have something of a troublesome reputation, with only the boldest of pet owners willing to take up the challenge. Many of their perceived problems are, however, slightly unfair on our colourful friends. For instance, the screaming of a parrot can be one of the most agonising, antagonising sounds around, but it’s not something they typically do in the wild. A call across the forest is usually answered and a parrot isn’t forced to sit and scream for half an hour to get a little attention. Humans essentially teach parrots to scream and should endeavour to tutor a different noise that will have the same effect of attracting us. Other issues are the care that parrots require. This is often heavily underestimated by humans, who then shift the blame over to parrots unjustly. Of course they are messy creatures, they have beaks and claws to find food and like to use them. If you want them to behave themselves then you’d do well to allow them some of the freedoms of the wild. Provide a vast variety of wood and toys to play with. Parrots are highly intelligent animals with a wild history stretching back millions of years. If you’re going to have one, then make sure you’re up to the challenge.

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PUPPIES are adorable with their softness, big eyes and lovable ways! For sure, everyone loves puppies but these cuddly, furry creatures require so much care, especially at home. Here is some important information on housetraining your puppy: Feeding Feed your puppy with a superior brand of dry puppy food. Do not give him table scraps and as much as possible, do not change brands. If you need to change, introduce gradually over a period of four to seven days. Do not feed him with tinned food as it loosens stools and makes housetraining more difficult. An hour after eating, most

puppies will defecate so you can control his elimination time based on your feeding schedule. Close Supervision In order to housetrain your puppy, you have to supervise him at all times especially when outside his crate or newspaper covered area. When he starts sniffing the floor, circling or running around, he is giving signs that he needs to eliminate so bring him immediately to your properly designated area. If your puppy defecates in the wrong place, stop him by saying NO in a loud and assertive tone. Apply deodoriser on places where he eliminated so he will not go there again. The potty place must be free of distractions, your pup must not consider play a part of potty. Confinement When your puppy is left alone in your home it is recommended that he be placed in a crate or confined area. Confinement is a good way to keep your puppy safe and prevent housetraining accidents. However, it should not be used as a form of punishment, for isolating pets for a long

time can be very detrimental to them. Confinement can be the source of behavioural problems like excessive barking, self-mutilation, digging and hyperactivity. Puppies also need the essentials like exercise, daily companionship and playtime. Safety zone, grey zone and danger zone In a puppy’s daily life, there is a thing called temporary ‘safety zone’. It is the time that the owner can trust the puppy to hold his urine after he has defecated or taken for a walk. Do not let your puppy drink a lot of water during that time to make sure the safety zone works. Grey zones and danger zones are those outside this safety zone.

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It’s the parents, not the children! Mike Senker

In my opinion Views of a Grumpy Old Man BEFORE I start this, I have to say that I like children. Well, let me qualify this, I like wellbehaved children. The ones I’m not too fond of are the ones that are allowed to do what they like, when they like, where they like, with parents that do not give a monkeys what inconvenience it causes others. Come to think of it it’s not the children that tick me off; it’s the parents that let two-plusyear-olds run round a restaurant screaming at each other. The parents sit there totally oblivious of the noise. I’m not saying that they shouldn’t be having fun. They should be, but not at the expense of the other punters. Then all of a sudden, they decide they have had enough and start yelling at the child which then starts the poor little so and so crying and screaming and then mum or dad start shouting even more. Then the idle threats start. “If you don’t stop I’m sending you on the next plane back to England!” You can almost see the child

thinking “No you aren’t! I’m five... you have to come up with something more believable than that... but in meantime I’ll just carry on screaming.” I was in a supermarket recently and there was a woman with a five or six-year-old child and he was kicking off like a thing possessed and she was totally ignoring him. Obviously she had read somewhere that this is the correct way to deal with this situation, but I have to tell you, even though I’m no expert it’s not! At that point a woman walked up to her and said, “Excuse me, can you control your child or at least stop and ask him what’s wrong.” Well, all of a sudden it became quite apparent where this small person developed his temper because his mum went berserk at this woman telling her, in no uncertain terms, to mind her own business. But what did happen was the child, all of a sudden, stopped screaming to watch his mum take over the tantrum. I walked off and left them all but having a full blown punch up. My last plea is to the passengers on aircraft. It is not acceptable to let your little precious constantly kick the back of my seat and yes I will turn round and I will ask you to get them to stop and no it’s not their fault or mine it’s YOURS!

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More safety rules BELOW are some other common traffic offences AS part of a new 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.

PEDESTRIAN SAFETY: Pedestrians are vulnerable and need protection. ALL traffic rules and laws are aimed at one thing; to make the roads a safer place. The penalties associated with infractions are mostly intended to be a deterrent, which is why repeat offenders in some cases face harsher penalties. Following on from our article last week, here are some more of the most common traffic offences, and the fines and sanctions for committing them: Offence: Failing to respect the priority of pedestrians Pedestrians are the most vulnerable of all road users and so need the most protection. Failing to respect the priority of pedestrians and the fact they take precedence will result in a fine and, depending on the potential risk to those pedestrians, the loss of four points. Fine: €200 Offence: Failing to give way. Junctions are dangerous places. Vehicles

which have priority and are already moving mix with other vehicles which try to join the flow but at generally lower speeds. Forcing any vehicle to deviate from its course, speed or direction creates a hazard which is dangerous. Failing to give way to another vehicle when that vehicle has priority and forcing them to brake or manoeuvre sharply will result in a fine and the loss of points. Fine: €200 and the loss of four points Offence: Driving on a motorway in a prohibited vehicle. Vehicles which are unable to reach a minimum threshold of speed are banned because if a slower vehicle is in the path of one moving at high speed there is less time to deal with that hazard. Driving on a motorway in a prohibited vehicle, such as a horse or hand drawn vehicle, a cycle or moped for example, will result in a fine. Fine: €200

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What exactly is ‘plus valia’ tax? I read your article in a recent edition of the Euro Weekly regarding Spanish Capital Gains Tax, with your explanation for exemption for the over 65s who sell their principal residence. Surely the ‘Plus Valia’ Tax is Your logic is impeccable. The ‘plus valia’ tax is indeed very similar to the capital gains tax. We must dig a little deeper however. The national capital gains tax is charged on the profit made when a person sells an asset. If there is no

also a Capital Gains Tax, but this tax is taken by town halls even when a property seller over 65 qualifies for Capital Gains exemption. Can you explain this? P R (Costa del Sol)

David Searl You and the Law in Spain

profit there is no tax. The ‘plus valia’ is a municipal tax which is charged every time a property changes hands. It is based on the

length of time which has passed between the exchanges, not on any profit. It is even charged on an inheritance. This tax is usually low, but if a property has been held by the same owner for many years, it can be substantial.

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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An early explosion of colour in your garden BULBS planted in pots and containers can be attractive ingredients in your spring display Dick Handscombe

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

ALTHOUGH it is still officially winter, there has been an almost seamless transition from a mild autumn to the beginning of spring, without a real winter, so the spring explosion of colour from trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals and bulbs is coming early. The earliest flowering trees include deciduous trees such as pears, quince, cherry, apricots and evergreen citruses. Plant orange, mandarin and lemon trees in the garden and the spring air will be filled with the sweet scent of the profuse hatch of white flowers. Plant a ‘Luna’ lemon and you can achieve a similar effect every six to eight weeks of the year, but on a smaller scale. Then there are the more spectacular mid and late spring flowering trees

such as the callistemon (bottle brush tree), oleander, jacaranda, magnolia, schinus (mock pepper tree), the spring flowering mimosa, philadelphus (mock orange), viburnum, the miniature and full size waxy red flowered pomegranate and showy tamarisks. Below and around the trees one can plant early flowering bushes and climbing shrubs, such as camellias, yellow brooms, low growing purple lantanas and plumbago. These will be closely followed by bougainvilleas, solanums, wisteria, honeysuckle, hibiscus, the taller red, orange and yellow lantanas, rock roses, and of course roses if you have a suitable soil rich in humus and water retaining. Moving down to smaller plants, a dedicated bed of perennials or plants mixed in with shrubs can give a very colourful display. Try planting the elegant bird of paradise flower (strelitzia), echium with its impressive leaves and spires of blue or white

LEMONS: A sweet scent. flowers, purple, red and yellow margaritas, brilliant coloured rudbeckias and valerian with continuous pink flowerings. Traditionally spring was the time to plant geraniums already in flower, but the need to spray them weekly against the dreaded geranium moth from the day you purchase

them, has led many gardeners to stop buying them. Less troublesome are gazanias and mesembryanthemums. In the herb garden rosemary, thyme, sage and rue will start to flower as will flower succulents on a rockery or in terrace pots. As annuals appear in the nurseries

start to plant them in window boxes, hanging baskets and beds but only if you are able to water them daily. Unfortunately with shallow roots they need more attention than any other group of plants in the Spanish garden. But if you are an enthusiastic gardener one can also sow annual seeds such as candy tuft, nasturtiums, poppies, marigolds and the multi-coloured large or small flowered zinnias. Sweet peas can also develop good spring displays but these should have been sown prior to Christmas. Finally recognise that bulbs and rhizomes planted in pots, containers and corners of the garden can be attractive ingredients in the spring display. Achieving a colourful spring garden will take time but all your efforts will be rewarded for many years to come © Dick Handscombe www.gardenspain.com February 2016

Looking forward to the Now it’s time to beginning of spring ‘go for the gold’ THERE is nothing more rewarding than seeing that new growth sprouting up out of the ground in the spring.

The first official day of spring is March 20, but the effects of warmer weather and brighter days this winter means

spring could be early. Go outside and hunt for signs of spring as part of your daily green hour this month. Here are some ‘spring things’ to look and listen for: Budding trees and flowers, crocuses, daffodils, newly arriving bird species, nest building, caterpillars, ducks flying overhead, rainy days, worms on the pavement. As soon as you see them… get planting! For the veg growers amongst us, it’s time to look at planting: Tomatoes, beets, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, corn, cucumbers, lettuce, melons, onions, peppers and herbs that love the heat, basil, oregano, thyme and sage. For flower lovers spring means plants like Lungwort ‘Diana Clare’, Bishop’s Hat ‘Sulphureum’,Wallflower ‘Bowles’ Mauve’, Eastern Cyclamen, Downy Clematis, Daffodil ‘Jetfire’, Tulip ‘Spring Green’ and Dog’s Tooth Violet ‘Pagoda’.

IF we are to listen to the latest style gurus, they tell us that gold is the new black when it comes to making our homes ‘Instagram perfect’. Whether it’s to help sell the house or just for a spring makeover, apparently, this season we should ‘go for the gold’. Bye-bye brushed nickel and patinated bronze, glittering gold is taking centre stage. From lighting fixtures to gilded furniture, this hot hue has taken the design world by storm. Even a few small touches like swapping out kitchen cabinet hardware or working in a few gleaming accessories will give your home

SIGNAGE: A way to add a quirky bit of character. an on-trend update. It would seem that designers have fallen back in love with colour. But, like any-

thing, too much of a good thing can be, well, too much. To create a pleasing palette, limit your main colours to three choices. However, to be a little different, reclaimed wood walls are hot, hot, hot! But, they can also be oh-so-cool as designer Brooke Wagner proves with a small bedroom and kitchen, where silvery grey boards installed in a timeless herringbone pattern create a dreamy backdrop. To set off the wooden walls, say it with signage! Whether it’s a fauxplaque you crafted yourself or a real deal antique, vintage-looking signs are a sure way to add a quirky bit of character to any space. Check local boot sales, estate sales and auctions for legitimate trade signs.

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RenaultNissan stays strong THE Renault-Nissan Alliance sold 8,528,887 vehicles in 2015, up almost 1 per cent from the previous year, thanks to record sales in the United States, China and Europe. Combined sales for the world’s fourth largest car group, which includes Renault Group, Nissan Motor Co Ltd and Russia’s AVTOVAZ, held steady from the calendar year 2014, despite sharp declines in the overall Russian and Brazilian markets. Renault, Nissan and AVTOVAZ, Russia’s largest automaker, account for about one in 10 cars sold worldwide.

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Porsche on a roll at Le Mans TWO 919 Hybrids will carry the starting numbers one and two AFTER the successful 2015 season when it took overall victory in Le Mans and won the constructors’ and drivers’ World Championship titles, Porsche finds itself in the role of the title defenders in 2016. The two Porsche 919 Hybrids with

around 900 hp will carry the starting numbers one and two. This was confirmed at last week’s press conference in Paris by the Le Mans organisers, the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO), and the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC).

Team Principal Andreas Seidl said: “Competing with the starting numbers one and two is an honour and a challenge at the same time. “We expect even stronger competition in 2016, but still want to be able to fight for race victories and try to

defend our titles.” However, for Porsche’s third season since their return to the top category of Le Mans prototypes, the cutting-edge 919 Hybrids will be running with the same basic chassis structure and powertrain concept.

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Bling Bling for the new BMW M2 Coupe sports car THE new BMW M2 Coupe sets the benchmark in the segment of rich boy racers compact high-performance sports cars when it comes to driving dynamics and performance, and now you can make it look like it as well. Its extrovert design further underscores the car’s highly dynamic character and outstanding suitability for the race track. From March 2016, the dynamic qualities and the visual appearance of the BMW M2 Coupe can be further enhanced with the newly presented range of BMW M Performance Parts. They comprise components derived from motor racing for the areas of aerodynamics, engine, cockpit and suspension which not only look great, they do the job too. The very extensive range of aerodynamic components made of carbon fibre will include front and side sill attachments, rear diffuser and

mirror caps that are perfectly harmonised in their aerodynamic effect, and beef up the ‘mean look’ of the compact high-performance sports car. You can even make it sound more monstrous with the M Performance flap silencer system, which makes for more intense engine sound. Its two operating modes Sport and Track can even be set by Bluetooth remote control. The BMW M Performance coil-spring suspension package will optimise road holding and handling with a fully adjustable five to 20mm lowering system.

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This coupled with anti-fade race engineered brakes will help keep this beast stuck to the road. But it’s not only the exterior that can have a makeover. The options for the interior include: M Performance LED door sill cover strips for the driver and passenger side, M Performance floor mats, which offer optimum grip, a choice of M Performance Pro steering wheels with grip areas covered in Alcantara, and stainless

steel pedal covers with their pronounced rubber profiles effectively prevent the foot from slipping. The BMW Performance range for the interior is rounded off with the M Performance Interior Kit Carbon, featuring trim elements for the twin-clutch transmission gear selector level, centre console and handbrake handle, and the M Performance interior trim finishers with their especially attractive blend of Alcantara and carbon fibre.

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Helle Hollis has introduced hybrid vehicles to the fleet! HELLE HOLLIS car rental is well-known for launching new initiatives. It was the first car rental com-

pany on the Costa del Sol with smoke-free cars and they are now leaping one step further by introducing hybrid vehicles! The managing director, Hans Hugo From, states there is an increasing demand for environmentally-friendly vehicles, and expects that many customers would like to test drive a hybrid vehicle during their holiday, before taking a final decision to buy a similar vehicle in their home country.

On March 15 Helle Hollis will be taking delivery of the Toyota Yaris Hybrid and Toyota Auris Hybrid automatic models. The Toyota hybrid vehicle switches automatically between a gas engine and an electric motor. Hans Hugo explains that the hybrid vehicle is really easy to drive, and one should not worry about charging the battery. The battery is charged automatically while driving and braking. “You just have to make sure that there is always petrol in the tank like a regular car.” The Toyota Yaris Hybrid models can, on combined fuel consumption, use up to 85.6 mpg and the larger Auris model up to 80.7 mpg. In addition, the models are enviHELLE HOLLIS: Environmentally friendly initiative.

Mazda on show THE countdown to the 86th Geneva International Motor Show has begun, and Mazda will be there again with two European premieres for the 2016 event, the award-winning Mazda RX-VISION concept and a fun, new lowemission Mazda3 in combination with the SKYACTIVD 1.5 clean diesel. The RX-VISION concept puts a stunning new form to Mazda’s illustrious heritage of rotary powered sports cars. Linking with the company’s one-of-a-kind range of RX-badged production models, the RX-VISION is a shining symbol of Mazda’s challenger spirit as the only carmaker to ever succeed on the market with the rotary engine. The SKYACTIV-D 1.5-powered Mazda3, meanwhile, adds a new dimension to the award-winning compact with the most fuel-efficient version of Mazda’s alltime bestselling model ever offered in Europe.

Iconic Ferrari sells for world record price THE Paris Retromobile fair in Paris, France on February 5, was the place to be if you were in the market for a 1957 Ferrari 335 Sport Scaglietti, oh, and happened to have a spare €32 million in your pocket. O n e o f th e mo s t ico n ic racing cars in the history of the sport went on sale at a Paris auction this month, and was rumoured to have b ee n s n ap p e d u p b y a n American property developer for a staggering $35.7 million (€32m), setting a new world record for a racing car, and he cannot even drive it on a road. Sources say Brian Ross, owner of Ross Development in Ohio, is now the proud owner of a major piece of history. This is the iconic car in which Stirling Moss won the Cuba Grand Prix in 1958. and Peter Collins, with his French partner Maurice

Trintignant, took the chequered flag in the 1957 Sebring 12 Hours. It was also runner-up in the Mille Miglia that May, driven by racing great Wolfga ng von Trips . The le gendary 335 in the trademark Ferrari red, was capable of an eye-watering 186mph. It boasts a V12 engine and a maximum power of 390 hp at 7400 rpm. The new world record price eclipses the previous record for a racing car, which was a 1953 Mercedes

W196 racing car driven by Juan Manuel Fangio, which sold for £17.5m (€22.5m) in 2013.

ronmentally friendly with CO2 emissions from 75 g / km. The Toyota hybrid vehicle is quite silent during city driving, where the electric motor is used. The car also accelerates quickly. “The car is totally silent. The first few times I pressed the start button several times. I could not hear the engine start, but you get used to that quickly,” he added. “Currently, Helle Hollis is the only car rental company on the Costa del Sol which offers hybrid vehicles for rentals, so we do expect that this model will have a great demand for all those who want to drive an environmentally- friendly car or intend to buy this model after their holiday,” he concluded. To contact Helle Hollis parking call 0034 951 01 40 58 or visit www.hellehollisparking.com.

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St Valentine’s Day massacres in Rome and at Villa Park! WINS for England, Wales and France Tony Matthews International Sports A former player and now the world’s most prolific author of football books with almost 150 published since 1975, Tony is also the sports correspondent for Spectrum Radio and lives on La Pilica in the Sierra Cabrera Mountains overlooking Turre. Costa de Almeria

FOOTBALL • In the Premiership last Sunday, Liverpool inflicted upon ‘hopeless’ and seemingly doomed Aston Villa their heaviest home defeat for 81 years with a 6-0 victory… Arsenal scored very late to beat leaders Leicester City 2-1 as did secondplaced Tottenham Hotspur who beat fading Manchester City by the same score at The Etihad Stadium. • Twenty-four hours earlier, improving Chelsea whacked dismal Newcastle United 5-1… Sunderland stunned Manchester United 2-1… WBA won 1-0 at Goodison Park despite having only 25 per cent of the play while Everton had 34 attempts at goal… then Stoke City (3-1 at AFC Bournemouth), Southampton (1-0 at struggling Swansea) and Watford (2-1 at Crystal Palace) also won on the road and resilient West Ham United earned a 2-2 draw at Norwich. • Hull City won 2-

0 at Blackburn to go top of the Championship ahead of Middlesbrough … Nigel Clough’s Burton Albion and Northampton Town lead Leagues 1 and 2… Celtic head the SPL… and CF Barcelona, with a new club record of 30 matches unbeaten now secured, remain in pole position in La Liga after hammering Celta Vigo 61. Real Madrid, 4-1 winners over Athletic Bilbao, stand second. • On Tuesday, the first leg of the Champions League last 16 encounter between Chelsea and Paris St Germain took place in France; last night AS Roma met Real Madrid in the same compettion. • This evening, it’s Augsburg v Liverpool, Fiorentina v Spurs, Midtyjlland v Manchester United and holders Sevilla v Molde in the first legs of the round of 32 in the long-running Europa League. • There are eight 5th round FA Cup-ties coming up: Arsenal v Hull City, AFC Bournemouth v Everton, Reading v WBA and Watford v Leeds United on Saturday; Blackburn

Rovers v West Ham, Chelsea v Manchester City and Spurs v Crystal Palace on Sunday, followed by the minnows of Shrewsbury Town against Manchester United on Monday. • Also this weekend, Brighton & Hove Albion, Burnley, out-of-sorts Derby County and Middlesbrough will be chasing vital ‘promotion’ points in the Championship; Southend United v Burton and Walsall v Wigan Athletic are the two big games in FL1, while in FL2 it’s Crawley Town v Plymouth Argyle and leaders Northampton Town v Wycombe Wanderers. • Former England international Adam Johnson has been sacked by Sunderland after pleading guilty to grooming and sexual activity with a child. • And for those interested, on Saturday, Newcastle United play Swedish side

LIVERPOOL: Had a 6-0 victory over Aston Villa. Lillestroem in a friendly at the La Manga golf complex (free admission). RUGBY UNION • The three latest Six Nations matches saw England crush Italy 40-9 in Rome, Wales beat Scotland 27-23 in Cardiff (their ninth win in a row over the Scots) and France stun reigning champions Ireland 10-9 in a ‘bruising battle’ in Paris. • It’s still Saracens, Exeter Chiefs and Leicester Tigers 1-2-3 in the Aviva Championship and Ulster, Connacht and Leinster likewise in the pro-12 League. RUGBY LEAGUE • Hull FC ran in seven tries as they won 38 points to 10 at Catalan Dragons to shoot to the top of

TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR: Beat a fading Manchester City. RUGBY: England crushed Italy 40-9 in Rome.

the Super League, ahead of Wigan Warriors. CRICKET • England won the first two ODIs in South Africa but then lost the next three and with it the five-match series by 3-2. Despite excellent centuries by Joe Root and Alex Hales in matches four and five, skipper Eoin Morgan, Jos Buttler, Jason Roy and Moeen Ali all failed as England

simply did not register enough runs in those final two fixtures. There are two T20 matches still remaining. CYCLING • The ‘Manx Machine’ from the Isle of Man, Mark Cavendish, won the first ‘big’ race of the year, The Tour of Qatar , and said afterwards: “I’m back on track and ready to collect more medals. Bring on Rio!”

DID YOU KNOW? The oldest footballer to ever appear in a League game is Salvador Reyes who played for Mexican club Chivas against Pumas in 2008, aged 71. And Leicester City’s boss Claudio Ranieri has been in football for 28 years and has managed eight top-line clubs but has never won a League title yet!

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Ron Garrood THE Open de España, one of the most historic tournaments on The European Tour, Real Club Valderrama, one of the most iconic venues in the world of golf, and Sergio Garcia, one of Spain’s most celebrated golfing sons, will come together to stage the Real Club Valderrama Open de España, hosted by the Sergio Garcia Foundation, from April 14-17. The €2 million tournament will be the first one of the 2016 season to be played on European soil at the legendary Andalucian venue, that in 1997 became the first course in mainland Europe to stage the Ryder Cup and will be supported by the Royal Spanish Golf Federation

SERGIO GARCIA: Will be the host. and Real Club Valderrama. The tournament also has the full backing of Garcia, the 11-time European Tour champion and five-time Ryder Cup winner, who will assume the role of host for the opening tournament of the European season from April 14 – 17, only a week after the US Masters in Augusta. Garcia quotes in an official statement: “This is

a whole new way of working together with The European Tour and I am very proud to be part of it.” Sergio also commented: “I personally have great memories of the golf course, having won the Andalucia Valderrama Masters in 2011, and I am sure that all the players who tee up in April will enjoy testing their game against the fantastic lay out.”

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RK Judo Club of Estepona A GREAT start to 2016. Another trip to the UK has produced another 100 per cent medal-winning performance for the RK Judo Club in Estepona. This time the club visited the prestigious ‘Southfields Open Championships’ in Leicester along with 220 other competitors from all over the UK. Giving away age and

weight advantage, and with up to 16 in each category, all three players produced medal-winning judo, which impressed many of the other visiting coaches. The only loss of the day was a split decision semi-final fight. Results: Ben Barkby, under 35 kilogram, Bronze Tom Whybrow, under 50 kilogram, Gold Lisa Lindberg, under 55 kilogram, Gold Well done all. For more information about the club please contact either by phone on 645 539 566, or email sensei@rkjudoclub.com or visit the website www.rkjud oclub.com.