Euro Weekly News - Costa del Sol 5 - 11 December 2019 Issue 1796

Voted Best

ISSUE NO. 1796

5 - 11 December 2019

Newspaper in Spain 2017 & 2018

COSTA DEL SOL

YOUR PAPER, YOUR VOICE, YOUR OPINION

GUNNED DOWN

PEACE SHATTERED: A man was gunned down in a restaurant car park while the gunmen escaped on the A-7.

by Dilip Kuner THE tranquillity of Marbella’s Cabopino was shattered on Tuesday night when a French man aged 60 was gunned down in a restaurant car park.

Witness reports two men in a blue Renault Megane were lying in wait as the victim walked back to his car next to the Cabopino campsite.

They opened fire with up to five shots being heard be-

fore speeding off towards the Calahonda toll booths on to the AP-7 road. There they crashed through a barrier before making their escape at about 8pm.

Police launched a hunt for the gunmen, who at the time of going to press had still not been found. Their escape vehicle was discovered ablaze on the Calle de las Canteras above Mijas Pueblo.

Back at the scene of the shooting forensic experts combed the site for clues

while the victim’s body was transferred to the Institute of Legal Medicine (IML) in Malaga for a post-mortem examination.

Police say that although no line of enquiry has been ruled out, first indications are that the shooting was a ‘settling of accounts’ possibly in a gang-related crime.

This is the third shooting death within a few kilometres of each other in the past few weeks. On November 22 Briton Peter Williamson died in a hail of bullets as he

arrived home in Riviera del Sol, just a few hundred yards from the Calahonda toll booth where Tuesday’s gunmen made their dramatic escape. He was struck by five bullets including one to the heart.

A week before that two men were shot on Marbella’s Andasol Urbanisation, with one, of Arab origin, killed outright and the other critically injured.

Police believe both these shootings to have been drugs-related.

WWW.EUROWEEKLYNEWS.COM

2 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

NEWS

British hiker found FIREFIGHTERS in Marbella rescued a 25year-old British hiker who had been lost in the Arroyo de Las Piedras area when he was descending from the peak of La Concha.

He had become separated from the group he was with as they headed for Nagüeles on Sunday.

The young man, who was found at about 8.30pm was in good condition and

ELECTRIC SCOOTERS: Users must now comply with new regulations.

End to scooter madness NEW regulations have been approved by Spain’s Trafico (DGT) after complaints about the dangerous practices of some electric scooter users.

Electric scooters have risen enormously in popularity and are now considered a convenient method of transport. More and more people are using them to get to work or to move around town.

The benefits are clear: they are cheap to run, don’t contaminate and can be carried around easily.

However, their use was underestimated by the authorities, who failed to put laws in place to keep pedestrians safe.

Electric scooter users must now comply with the temporary regulations, until laws in line with the European Union are passed.

Scooters are no longer allowed to circulate on the pavement and

people on scooters will be obliged to undergo alcohol and drug tests, with fines between €500 and €1,000 in the case of exceeding alcohol rates or using drugs. The use of mobile phones and earplugs is also completely banned, as well as circulating at night without a reflecting vest and more than one person at a time on the scooter.

If a minor is fined, the parents or guardians will be liable for the infraction committed.

did not require medical assistance, but was not wearing waterproof clothing or carrying enough food and drink, according to Marbella City Council.

After receiving the 112 alert, three firefighters began a search on foot from Nagüeles and found him thanks to the coordinates the young man sent to his friends before draining the battery of his mobile phone.

Raped on kitchen floor A WOMAN who was unconscious after a booze and drugs binge woke up to find herself being raped by an acquaintance of a few hours, a Malaga Provincial Court has been told.

The incident happened in Benalmadena in October 2018 when the victim was with a friend in the Plaza Solymar area.

According to the Public Prosecutor, the two had met the man at about 7am. After some drinks the three decided to carry on partying in a closed restaurant in the area which the man had access to.

There they consumed more alcohol and cocaine before the victim disappeared. She had gone to sleep on a mattress in the kitchen area, and she was later joined by her friend.

The latter woke up some hours later when she felt someone touching her.

She demanded that the accused let her leave the premises, which he did.

But the victim was then left alone with the man. She later woke up, undressed, and allegedly found the defendant raping her. Despite her pleas to stop he carried on, forcefully holding her down.

NEWS

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

Hotel delight

THE BIG PICTURE Nº 96

EWN

3

INDEX NEWS

HOTELS in Malaga City will be almost at full capacity as the Christmas lighting makes reservations shoot up over the bank holiday weekend.

Hotels on the rest of the Costa del Sol will fill up 65 per cent of their rooms, a notable improvement comparing to previous years.

1 - 39 BENALMADENA 40 FUENGIROLA

Freak city

41 LA CALA/MIJAS

THE FreakCon Festival in Malaga hopes to reach 35,000 visitors in March 2020, as the city showcases the cultures of Japanese comics, manga and anime.

FreakCon hosted 30,000 aficionados in 2019 and organisers hope to consolidate Malaga as the National capital of these Japanese trends.

42 MARBELLA 44 GIBRALTAR 46

Holiday dates TOMORROW (Friday, December 6) and Sunday 8 are official holidays in Spain. The first, Constitution Day (Día de la Constitucion) marks the anniversary of a referendum held in Spain in 1978 - an important step in Spain’s transition to becoming a constitutional monarchy and democracy.

The latter marks the Feast of the Immaculate Conception.

Totally eco COMPANY tests new collection system for popular electric scooters that uses trailer tricycles instead of vans. The scooter rental brand Lime, aims to avoid the pollution caused by the use of vans for the collection needed at night and the scooter deployment in the morning.

FINANCE

INNOVATIVE INITIATIVE: Magical illuminations.

LET THERE BE LIGHT Madrid’s Botanical Gardens will shine brightly with magical illuminations for the festive period.

FROM November 19 to January 6, the Royal Botanical Gardens open its gates to reveal a glittering wonderland.

The Christmas Garden project, which has been running in London for six years under the name C h r i s t m a s a t K e w, w i l l f i l l t h e botanical gardens with Christmas lights and figures which complement the beautiful and varied plant life. A 1.5km-long twinkling trail awaits children and adults of all ages and is the perfect way to kick

off the Christmas season.

The innovative initiative has already featured in other European cities for example in the Botanical Gardens of Berlin, Stuttgart and Dresden.

“Celebrate Christmas in a beautiful environment. Away from the burdens associated with other activities of these days of hustle and bustle,” explains Itxaso Barrios, general director of the production company Letsgo When winter twilight falls, the

Pop star

Every child needs a toy

SPANISH singer David Bisbal announced the release of his new album ‘En tu planes’ for Januar y 3, in support of a tour which will arrive in Malaga on June 12. The album will include recent successes ‘Sorry’ with Greeicy Rendon and ‘Kiss me’ with Juan Magán.

FOR the sixth year running the St George Charity of Duquesa has been collecting funds to ensure that every child in the Manilva municipality can be given a toy or two.

The local Social Services Department promotes the need for funds and delivers the fun and educational gifts to those recorded as being most in need of help.

Many local residents alongside the council support the concept that no child should be without a toy during this festive season The gift bags are delivered to social services offices as well as special food outlets so that parents may collect them and then give them to their children to celebrate Three Kings Day. The number of children varies each year from 350 to 500 and it is quite a task to raise funds, buy gifts, and collect the gift bags, but the St George’s volunteers are happy to help.

Big money MARBELLA has approved licences for the development of 160 new homes, 24 new industrial buildings and 270 car parks and a greenhouse in San Pedro Alcántara. The construction will require an investment of €57 million as important economic activity.

FOLLOW US ON

Botanic’s lights will come on creating a fairytale landscape. A show that highlights an impressive flora and original figures in a magical place.

“Some trees and other species will be decorated with lights. In addition, we have decorated the promenade with some structures.

And all accompanied by music.” A soundtrack that moves away from the traditional Christmas carols but that will help to achieve that floral Christmas atmosphere.

Kidney care

PEOPLE who are suffering from chronic kidney disease have a support network at Marbella’s Costa del Sol hospital.

Health authorities have opened a ‘classroom’ where patients can meet to exchange information and experiences about their conditions.

This classroom has been developed with the aim of improving people’s quality of life by allowing newly diagnosed patients to benefit from the advice and experience of people who have been living with chronic kidney problems for years.

In addition, new patients have the support of health professionals from the Nephrology Unit who not only join in with advice, but learn more about the conditions involved from ‘expert’ patients.

The aim is to have people with an intimate knowledge of kidney disease on hand to help new patients in their own language.

This classroom joins already existing classes on chronic lung disease and heart failure, amongst others.

euroweeklynews

54-57 LEAPY 58 LETTERS 71 TIME OUT 73-76 HEALTH & BEAUTY 78-79 SOCIAL 80-84 PETS 85 SERVICES 86-90 CLASSIFIEDS 92-99 MOTORING 100-101 SPORT 102-104

Euro Weekly News

4 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

NEWS

Doctor jail call A MALAGA court is being asked to jail an emergency doctor who misdiagnosed a 62-year-old woman who died an hour later after the medic refused to return to her house.

The events happened in Marbella in 2013 when the patient was at home with the youngest of her two children.

He called the family doctor when his mother started vomiting, suffering gastric pain and losing consciousness.

The doctor in turn called the Emergency Coordination Centre saying the woman needed urgent attention for a possible stroke, saying it was a top priority.

Details of her condition including that she suffered from hypertension, had severe pain in her back and stomach and that she saw lights in one eye were passed to the emergency doctor who attended the

MAYOR and councillor for Foreign Residents of Benalmadena, Víctor Navas, presented on Tuesday at the Plaza de la Mezquita the 11th edition of the International Christmas Festival.

The event will run from December 13 to 15 in the Plaza de la Mezquita, from 1pm to 11pm and will feature musical performances, gastronomy, typical products and crafts from each participating country.

“It will be three days of celebration to honour the

TOO LATE: By the time a second medical crew was sent the patient was on the verge of death. scene. She carried out various tests on the patient and diagnosed a stomach infection before leaving.

But the woman’s condition worsened and the son called emergency services again saying his mother was very ill, in great pain and was now suffering convulsions and fainting.

On being contacted by the coordination centre, the emergency doctor said she had consulted the patient’s history and decided not to go back to

the house.

Twenty minutes later the son contacted the emergency centre for a third time and an ambulance was sent, but the patient ended up dying from a heart attack.

The Public Prosecutor is asking for the doctor to be jailed for two-and-a-half years for negligent homicide, as well as for a compensation order of €155,000.

Christmas fair most international Christmas, in which the attendees will be able to learn the Christmas traditions of more than 20 participating countries: we will be able to travel the world and live the global diversity of the Christmas feeling just by visiting the square of the Mosque,” said the mayor.

He also pointed out that it is an event that in each edition “has gained greater roots, and that little by little has been growing, until reaching 2019, the year in which the event will be more

important and ambitious than ever, with more than 20 nationalities represented and the jump from one to three days.

“This International Christmas Festival is part of our

strategy to boost the festivities in Benalmadena, where we will have a Christmas market, entertainment, lighting and decoration to boost trade and Christmas shopping.”

This year participants will come from such countries as Cuba, Mexico, Ukraine, Colombia, Venezuela, Scotland, Poland, Finland and Brazil among many more.

GLOBAL DIVERSITY: Three days of celebration.

Child saved

FIREFIGHTERS rescued a minor this week after they were left alone in a house where there was a fire.

Shortly after 6pm, the fire began in a third-floor property of Calle Huerto del Conde, in the Lagunillas area of Malaga centre. The fire started in the kitchen and the child became trapped on the balcony, where he had taken refuge.

From there he managed to get the at-

tention of neighbours, who immediately called the fire brigade.

Upon receiving the notice, two cars, a command vehicle and an ambulance rushed to the scene.

The officers managed to force their way inside and to rescue the minor who was promptly treated by medical staff.

The child, who was alone at that time in the home, was treated for poisoning caused by smoke inhalation.

NEWS

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

THE Paseo del Parque in the capital’s city centre is once again hosting the Flavour of Malaga Gastronomic Fair. More than 100 food stalls will participate in the seventh edition of the fair, which will stretch over the long weekend bank holiday.

The 2019 Gastronomy Fair will showcase a 400 kilo ‘ensaladilla’ of Malaga, the typical potato and mayonnaise salad.

According to organisers, this ensaladilla will be the biggest in the world.

The official opening will take place at 4pm today, Thursday, December 5 at the Eduardo Ocón Auditorium.

On Friday and Saturday there will be musical acts performing from 7.30pm onwards and the Spanish Association Against Cancer will set up an area to raise funds. The market will be open to the public from 11am to 9pm and participating companies include oil mills, wineries, cheese factories, distilleries and bakeries.

CREDIT: Sabor a Málaga Facebook

A gourmand’s paradise

GOURMET: Chef demonstration in a previous Fair.

In addition, organisers have programmed almost 40 different activities that will also take place over the five days. They include live cooking demonstrations by Malaga chefs, product presentations such as a whisky cream made with Malaga goat

milk, honey and cocktail making workshops, craft beer tasting, Christmas sweets and tastings of the best recipes of restaurants from all over the province.

During the Fair, the town hall will launch their campaign promoting meat products from the

province. The campaign shows a firm commitment to recover the image of the sector that the town hall say is a benchmark of quality and prestige.

The objective is to help the meat industry to recover after the listeria crisis.

EWN

7

Christmas bazaar for charity CARITAS will once again celebrate its traditional Christmas bazaar this year, this time with the presence of some 125 stands.

The market will take place in the Palacio de Congresos in Marbella and will run for four days, from December 12 to 15.

More than 250 volunteers will work to try and beat the €200,000 total last year’s bazaar made for the Catholic charity.

Doors will open for the popular event on December 12 at 11am. It will be officially inaugurated at 2pm with a blessing by the seven priests of the Caritas Diocese of Marbella, and the first day will end with a benefit dinner at Da Bruno.

As in previous years, the bazaar will have stalls of all types, dedicated to food, clothing, decorations, crafts and many more items.

Entrance will cost €1.50 for adults, and organisers expect a big turn out from the public and volunteers.

Of the amount collected, 10 per cent will go to Caritas in other municipalities of Malaga and 10 per cent to Caritas International, to provide financial assistance at natural disasters and in emergency situations.

8 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

NEWS

Excellent implants Architect THE Cardiovascular Surgery service of the Regional University Hospital of Malaga, belonging to the Heart Unit, has obtained a certificate of excellence for its practice of implantation of pacemakers granted by the Spanish Society of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery.

Each year, more than 250 cardio-stimulation devices are implanted in this centre and this year they celebrated a total of 10,000 pacemakers implanted since 1975.

The head of the Cardiovascular Surgery Department, Fernando Calleja, has stated that this distinction means “recognising the maximum level of capacity both to implant pacemakers and to address

honoured

A ROUNDABOUT in Pinos del Limonar in Malaga has been dedicated to the architect César Olano. The roundabout, located between Sierra de Grazalema and Sierra del Co streets, behind the College of Architects, includes a name plaque in commemoration of his work in the rehabilitation and restoration of important buildings that feature heavily in the architectural heritage of the city.

The mayor of Malaga, Francisco de la Torre, visited the roundabout, designated by the city council after a request submitted by the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Telmo which was supported by the College of Architects of Malaga.

CARDIO-STIMULATION DEVICES: 10,000 pacemakers have been implanted. the problems that may arise from implants.” And added, “Only the teams

THE Victim Assistance Service of A n d a l u c i a ( S AVA ) o f M a l a g a a t tended 439 people in the first half o f t h i s y e a r, o f w h i c h 3 1 3 w e r e women. Of these, in 178 cases, they were for gender violence.

These findings were presented by the Secretary General for Just i c e , M a r í a J o s é To r r e s , o n Tu e s day at the opening of the Technical Conference: actions against gender violence, organised by the Territor-

formed by cardio-surgeons have the capacity and infrastructure necessary to

Female victims ial Delegation of Tourism, Regeneration, Justice and Local Administration, which brought together

solve the most serious problems that can occur after an implant.”

different experts to discuss and address various aspects of gender violence and attended by 275 people.

To r r e s h i g h l i g h t e d t h a t g e n d e r violence “is an issue that must be addressed from a multidisciplinary and transversal perspective.”

He highlighted the importance of training courses, which are being given throughout Andalucia to professionals who work with victims.

Shipping routes THE ports of Malaga, Tenerife and Tangier have signed a collaboration memorandum to promote new Atlantic routes that include these cities in their itineraries.

The president of the Port Authority of Malaga, Carlos Rubio, seems confident that the agreement “will improve the conditions offered by these three ports to cruise companies,” through a “powerful message” to the shipping companies, by making the offer of these destinations “more attractive.”

The document highlights that the port of Malaga has established itself as the second Spanish port for cruise ships on the Peninsula, while Tangier ‘is becoming’ the largest cruise port in Morocco, ‘with facilities to accommodate the largest cruise ships in the world.’

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

One burglary suspect nabbed NATIONAL POLICE officers have arrested a 40-year-old Spanish man accused of robbery with force and causing damage.

The detained man is alleged to have robbed a home in Benalmadena and at the time of arrest he was found to be carrying a hammer, a knife and

a set of keys.

The police investigation began thanks to the cooperation of a neighbour who alerted police that there was a robbery in a house near his, as well as alerting the owner of the house.

It was the householder who was first to arrive. He found the thief inside as soon as he arrived and held him until the

officers arrived.

The police officers on the scene checked the facts and arrested a man as the alleged perpetrator of a crime of robbery with force.

Police say that the arrested man had entered the house by forcing the door with a hammer and causing damage to the door frame.

Volunteer Day THE town hall of Malaga will celebrate International Volunteer Day today, Thursday, December 5, with a series of activities honouring the residents of Malaga and the duties that they perform to make the city such a supportive place.

The Cervantes Theatre will host the 15th Gala Malaga Volunteer Awards, which will recognise the work done by the city’s volunteers and the entities in

which they carry out their altruistic work.

The jury’s decision will be announced during the gala and awards will be given in six categories: Equal Rights, Social Assistance, Environmental Protection, Culture Promotion, Health Prevention and Sports Promotion and International Cooperation. The winners will receive a bronze reproduction of the sculpture ‘Encuentro’ by Carlos Albert Andrés.

NEWS SOURCE: Laveta Eyewear

10 EWN

MALAGA ADVENTURER: Representing Andalucia at the world climate summit.

Climate summit MALAGA adventurer Manuel Calvo will represent Andalucia at the world summit in Madrid.

He will accompany Juanma Moreno and talk about his expeditions to the Arctic.

If there is someone who knows firsthand how the effects of climate change it is Calvo. Having taken part in more than 10 expeditions to the Arctic make him a bit of

an expert on the subject.

During his stays, he has lived with several ‘Inuit’ groups, which is how the people who inhabit the Arctic are known. He knows their routines and customs and knows about lives based on hunting and food storage, with the sole purpose of surviving extreme weather conditions.

His experience has now en-

abled him to be designated by the board as one of the speakers representing Andalucia at the world climate summit, which is being held this week in Madrid.

He has been asked to share his findings and detail how the effects of climate change in Greenland are perceived, and what consequences it may have for the rest of the world.

NEWS

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

EWN 13

WE lead, others follow!

ORDEAL: Drivers have to wait up to eight hours for the ITV.

MOT nightmare LONG queues are forming at dawn as drivers wait up to eight hours to pass the ITV, equivalent to the British MOT. The situation arose in October when the Junta de Andalucia didn’t authorise hiring for temporary personnel. Around 400 jobs weren’t renewed all over Andalucia, leaving the work force of 1,300 people under serious strain.

The situation is causing long

lines of vehicles to form in the early hours of the morning.

Some people have to wait up to eight hours, turning an everyday activity into a lengthy nightmare. The initial cause is a law that is readjusting the public sector in Andalucia, causing hiring to be frozen. The setback has resulted in a grave staff deficit and personnel has only seen a 50 per cent replacement rate in recent years, which decreases the

quality of public services.

The opening of new ITV establishments such as El Viso in Malaga and an extension of opening hours, are all measures that are thwarted as staff isn’t provided to then run the service.

However, protests by workers have proved effective and hiring is starting up again, although the protests have caused waiting lists to now be around two months.

AT Euro Weekly News we have the all-important NUMBERS - the BIG NUMBERS that can work for you!

No one can deny that Euro Weekly News has more outlets and distributes the most copies of newspapers than any other English newspaper in Spain.

We are the BIGGEST newspaper and we work hard to produce quality content for our six editions that cover all the news in southern Spain and Mallorca. Our competitors can’t compete: we offer quality and also quantity, with the biggest number of pages across all editions.

And our hard work has its rewards - we are leaders in the sector with the most advertisers

and adverts in each of our titles and our readership figures are streets ahead of anybody else.

You can rest assured that we will bring you more local stories than any other English-speaking, free newspaper in Spain.

We have been producing quality papers for 20 years and know all the ins and outs of the business. The experience we have amassed over our two decades of trading translate in our fantastic numbers and results. And we will only keep getting bigger and stronger.

Our Facebook page brings YOU the readers, snippets of the news!!!

Figures cannot lie – words can!!!

This is FACT not FICTION - EWN GETS RESULTS!

www.euroweeklynews.com

NEWS

Credit: Policia Nacional

5 - 11 December 2019

VIGILANT: Police keep a watchful eye for internet crime.

International op A LAW enforcement conference in Malaga has helped authorities from 18 EU Member States and the USA close down 30,506 internet domain names that distributed counterfeit and pirated items.

These included medicines, pirated movies, music, software and illegal television streaming.

Europol organised the Adaptive enforcement initiatives against new IP crime trends in Malaga, on June 18 and 19 earlier this year as part of an international campaign against internet crime.

Together with Eurojust, INTERPOL and the US Na-

tional Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Centre, Spanish law authorities and their counterparts in Albania, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Colombia, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Hong Kong, China, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Moldova, Romania , Serbia, Slovakia, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, and the United States targeted online sellers.

During the investigation, officials arrested three suspects, seized 26,000 luxury products (clothes, perfumes), 363 litres of alcoholic drinks and many hardware devices.

They identified and froze more than €150,000 in several bank accounts and online payment platforms.

Europol’s Intellectual Property Crime Coordinated Coalition (IPC3) supported the investigation on the ground by deploying experts with a mobile office.

Europol officers carried out real-time information exchange and cross-checks of the data gathered during the course of the action against Europol’s databases.

In addition, IPC3 experts organised several online investigation techniques training courses in intellectual property infringements in 2019 with law enforcement authorities all over Europe.

Educating residents SOURCE: Wikipedia

14 EWN

LEADERS OF CHANGE: Reduction of energy consumption.

MAYOR of Malaga, Francisco de la Torre recently took part in the event ‘Change the Economy to stop Climate Change’ in Madrid, a meeting promoted by the Nesi Forum of New Economy and Social Innovation.

In this meeting De la Torre presented his formula for the city to become a leader of change: “Through direct action, communities have to play an active and mobilising role to combat climate change through the reduction of energy consumption and the use of renewables, the reduction of the carbon footprint, the promotion of public transport and the electric vehicle, without forgetting the importance of education for all residents.”

De la Torre stated his case for the community during a debate in which Diego Isabel La Moneda, director of the NESI Forum of New Economy and Social Innovation also participated; María Ángeles León, co-founder of the Open Value Foundation; and Rebeca Pastor Berezo, director of fiiS Spain (International Festival of Social Innovation). They also agreed to highlight the importance of cities and residents in defending the climate and the environment.

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

Heritage harm

Luxury tree it also features unique martini glasses, perfume bottles and chocolate peacocks.

Debbie Wingham, who designed the decorations for the tree, is known as the world’s most expensive designer and in 2016 created the world’s most expensive black diamond dress valued at just over €4 million.

Those heading to Marbella during this festive season can also join the hotel’s Diamond and Champagne Night on December 28, where they have the chance to take home a diamond valued at €2,000 by selecting a key and attempting to unlock a box containing the valuable treasure, whoever’s key fits the lock will take home the diamond.

CONTROVERSY looks set to tarnish the Christmas lights of Malaga as certain parties have shown disappointment in the projection of commercial content of some companies in the video mapping that takes place in Calle Alcazabilla.

Social media pages of neighbourhood groups, such as that of La Asociación de Vecinos Centro have reported that ‘In the Alcazaba show there is embedded advertising,’ something they consider ‘A use of a protected heritage and a symbol of Malaga for advertising’ to which they state that ‘Although it is evident that it is a privatisation of public assets, we are going to consult the protection laws and, if it is viable, file a complaint.”

Similarly, from the municipal group of Adelante Malaga, its spokesman, Eduardo Zorrilla criticised “The propaganda use of Malaga’s monuments that are

SOURCE: Twitter

THE Christmas tree, at the Kempinski Hotel Bahia, in Marbella, could be the world’s most expensive, valued at around €14 million and featuring 500 handmade decorations created by couture designer Debbie Wingham and upcycled jewellery from Bulgari and Cartier.

The most valuable ornament is an emu egg, worth €10.5 million alone, set in 24-carat gold and sprinkled in diamond dust.

The luxur y five-star hotel, based on Marbella’s beach strip, revealed the tree last weekend with the hotel’s manager Axel Bethke and the tree’s designer showcasing it to guests and locals.

Inspired by the feathers of a peacock and the modernist art-deco era,

ENTICING FANS: An affordable family plan.

SOURCE: Facebook

16 EWN

MISUSE OF A PROTECTED HERITAGE: Projection of commercial content. being made by various private companies taking advantage of an agreement to make the projection of a Christmas video in Calle Alcazabilla.” Many citizens have been to see that the

aforementioned Christmas story ‘Became a platform for publicity of companies, some of them well-known for their relationship with the mayor, as is the case of El PimPi.’

Blue and white offer MALAGA Football Club is offering a Christmas ‘pack’ of two tickets at €15 (adult) and two tickets at €5 (children’s) for both games. This translates into an affordable family plan for only €20 to witness the last two matches of the season in La Rosaleda: the first tomorrow, Friday, December 6 in a game against Tenerife at 9pm, and the second, the following Saturday, December 21

against Lugo at 4pm.

La Rosaleda, the home of football in the city has gradually diminished in capacity in recent months. Given this situation, the club has considered lowering prices to entice more fans.

It is something now in the hands of the people of Malaga, to believe in their team and help the players triumph in the two upcoming games.

NEWS

Boost to tourism TOURISM councillors in Torremolinos have met to plan measures that will be carried out next year to promote the city. The meeting was presided by the mayor, José Ortiz, and the new councillor for Tourism, Aida Blanes.

José Ortiz spoke about the importance of establishing agreements to organise representation for Torremolinos in the upcoming tourism events, such as the tourism fairs in Madrid and Berlin.

The mayor also highlighted that indicators are positive, with a notable improvement in tourism quality since 2015 and ratings going up 30 points.

Other actions to be undertaken in the future include agreements with big hotel groups to conduct surveys in order to collect tourist data.

The data collection will allow Torremolinos to carr y out personalised campaigns to promote the city.

18 EWN

5 - 11 December 2019

www.euroweeklynews.com

FEATURE

Sad farewell to David the Dogman Costa del Sol dog legend and much-loved member of the Euro Weekly team, David the Dogman, sadly passed away last Friday, after a lengthy illness.

David boasted an avid fan base as an EWN columnist, sharing a lifetime of experience in the dog training industry.

ORIGINALLY from Nottingham, he was an acknowledged leading behav­ iourist and people canine educator.

An Honorary Life Member of the British Police Services Canine Associa­ tion, he was the administrator for the Association’s Forum.

“Dogs have always been my life,” he once confessed.

David started his career in Israel in 1953, with the Israeli Border Police K9 Section. He was involved in all forms of dog training, including air­sea res­ cue, air scent work, and drug and ex­ plosives detection. When he returned to England, he joined the family busi­ ness.

The name ‘dogman’ comes from the police as they always say: “Get the dogman,” David revealed during an interview. “That’s how the name de­ veloped.”

At 48, he retired to Spain and with the support of his devoted wife, Susan, dedicat­ ed his full attention to the second love of his life, dogs.

The Dogman used all his experience and invented the silent dog training system that centres on what he called ‘silent socialisation.’

His unique style carried an effective, time­tested approach. “It takes 10 min­ utes to have any dog un­ der my complete control, and this includes showing its owner how to handle it.”

David emphasised that the biggest difference be­ tween his style and those used by others was his passive approach.

“Too many trainers use aggressive training methods that are out of date. I delve into the psy­ chological side of train­ ing.”

David was a guest on Spanish sport radio sta­ tion, Onda Cero Radio and Gibraltar GBC for many years, appeared on many TV shows, and wrote for publications around the world, as well as a weekly column for EWN. Ill health forced him to retire from giving lessons in 2008 after 50 years of pio­ neering work in the dog training industry ­ although he continued running his ra­ dio show on Talk Radio Eu­ rope and writing for news­

DAVID THE DOGMAN: “Dogs have always been my life,” he once said.

CANINE EDUCATOR: He was involved in all forms of dog training. papers and magazines world­ wide.

On his retirement, he gave a special mention to EWN Media publishers Michel and Steven Eu­ esden: “I wish to thank Michel and Steven for their support they, and others at Euro Weekly News, have given me over the years. I consider them as friends and it is rare to find friends like Michel and Steven. I have one word for Michel: Boss. She always called me ‘The Boss’.”

David’s interests also included playing the piano and organ. In the 1970s he appeared in the Guinness Book of World Records for non­stop playing on the organ to raise money for charity ­ an im­ pressive 51 hours.

He was given Civic Receptions in Nottingham and Mansfield in recognition of his charity work.

And in December 1973 he was presented with an illuminated Scroll by Commander Sir Philip Franklin Lord Lieutentant Of Nottinghamshire on behalf of the people of Nottingham and

Nottinghamshire.

Four years later, David founded The Nottinghamshire Hospice, after being approached by medical members of a Freemasons Masonic Lodge to head a group to establish a cancer hospice in Nottingham.

He later became founder of a Ma­ sonic Lodge in Spain having been in­ volved in Freemasonary in London and Nottingham for over 40 years.

He also helped form an action group to help retired people on the Costa del Sol who had been ripped off by con­men purporting to be licensed Financial Advisors.

“Sincere condolences.

Our thoughts and prayers are with David’s beloved wife Susan and his son Mark. Rest in peace David, you were a big part of people’s life on the Costas.”

*At the wishes of David and his family, a funeral service will be held in the UK.

ADVERTISING FEATURE

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

EWN 19

Everyone’s most favourite time of the year is approaching.

Welcome to the Festive Season at Puente Romano and NOBU Marbella.

CHARMING, elegant beach side restaurant, Sea Grill is offering live music, and a fourcourse menu on Christmas Eve, followed by a spectacular Christmas Day brunch.

Well-known and beloved by the entire coast, the food selection in Sea Grill includes; succulent turkey, fresh oysters, lobster and a rather impressive array of other Mediterranean inspired delicacies. Not to forget a spectacular selection of desserts.

Say goodbye to 2019!

A night to remember on the beachfront at the beautiful Sea Grill with fabulous five-course menu and Gala Dinner with dancing in the spectacular Salón Andalucia.

This special event is loved by returning guests due to its elegant ambience, impressive seven-course dinner menu and captivating entertainment. Little ones are welcome too and a special children’s menu has been created for the occasion.

Or, for the hottest table in town look no further than a Nobu New Year’s Eve dinner and celebration. The ninecourse menu has the touch of legend, as Nobu Matsuhisa himself will be there to see in 2020 with you.

So whether it’s an all-out party, a round of drinks or an unforgettable meal out - Puente Romano, Marbella have you covered for an amazing way to kick off 2020!

For more information and reservation please call 952 778 686.

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

Drugs operation arrests AN OTHER major anti-drugs operation took place on Tuesday.

Around 400 Guardia Civil officers were deployed against narcotics traffic and money laundering under the Carteya Plan.

The officers moved in on addresses in Malaga, Cadiz, Cordoba and Pontevedra on

Tuesday morning, with 20 arrests so far made and more expected.

Sources at the Guardia Civil said there had been 34 searches in homes and premises in the provinces of Cadiz, Malaga, Cordoba and Pontevedra within the operation ‘Koala,’ against international drug traffickers.

NEWS

Giving gifts for Xmas DECREASE IN SAND: Regression of shoreline.

Man made SAND levels on the beach of Arraijanal have returned to normal after the Ciriana environmental association and the Churriana neighbourhood association pointed out that they had noticed a great regression in the shoreline.

The councillor for the Environment, Gemma del Corral, explained yesterday that the works have been carried out largely through help from the town hall. “We have made the contribution of sand on the beach, it was up to the central government through Costas but we have done a great job.”

Last June, the Demarcación de Costas responded to the complaints from residents and ecologists regarding the regression of the beach of Arraijanal.

Specifically, Costas blamed this problem on the urbanisation of a good part of the Guadalhorce river delta by the urbanisations of Guadalmar and Sacaba Beach, as well as the partial channelling of the river to avoid flooding of industrial estates.

“This has caused, along with other things, a significant decrease in sediments ordinarily carried by the river,” said Costas in the response to the Churriana groups.

A CAMPAIGN has been launched to try to make sure no child in Mijas and Fuengirola is left without a Christmas present this year.

For the seventh consecutive year, the charity Cadena de Favores is collecting toys to hand out to poor families.

In this edition the charity wants to help 150 families - that is about 450 children - who are in a difficult financial position.

Once again, CLC World workers have collaborated with the foundation by bringing toys to help Cadenas de Favores achieve their goal.

And they are well on the way there too with the CLC staff contributing

more than 300 gifts.

Mijas Council has sent its thanks to both organisations and has set aside space in its Fomento del Empleo de Las Lagunas building for the collection of toys, old or new. These can be delivered until December 19, Mondays to Fridays between 5pm and 9pm.

Jessica Diaz and Tamara Canalejo, both members of the board of Cadena de Favores, are already working in the building. They not only receive the toys and games, but make sure they are in good condition and clean them.

They add that they welcome the donation of old toys that have been outgrown by their present owners.

Credit: Beatriz Martín Mijas Communicaion/Facebook.

20 EWN

GIVING: Representatives from CLC World Foundation and Cadena de Favores launched the campaign.

NEWS

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

BREXIT BRIEF

UK entry requirements after Brexit

by John Smith IN the event that the Conservative party wins the forthcoming General Election and Brexit does happen, current Home Secretary Priti Patel intends to introduce new legislation which will affect EU citizens wishing to visit the UK. In her opinion, the introduction of a visa waiver which will need to be completed online at least three days before travel (at a cost to be announced) will help to improve border security.

In fairness, UK travellers to Spain have been required to complete an online declaration before flying as A FORMER Prime Minister of Latvia and now European Commissioner with responsibility for financial stability has confirmed that Britain has the opportunity to have access to the EU through a special dispensation for banks and brokers.

This will be the same system of ‘equivalence’ as enjoyed by Singa-

PRITI PATEL: Visited London Bridge following the terror attack.

Britain is not part of the Schengen Group, but currently EU travellers simply need to show an ID card or passport when arriving in the UK.

It appears that a similar scheme to that proposed by the Home Secretary is to be introduced by the European Union for all non-EU visitors who

Warning to British financiers pore, the USA and some 40 other countries around the world, but Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis has warned that the EU will be keeping an eye on the UK after Brexit as if there is any sign of

deregulation, then the option could be withdrawn.

Britain had hoped to have a permanent deal to allow financial access but this was rejected in the Brexit negotiations and therefore

are currently entitled to enter the Union without a visa and Britain post Brexit will fall under that category.

The Shadow Home Secretary Diane Abbott responded by saying that it would be much safer to remain within the EU security and justice system as this would mean continued access to such important data bases as Europol and also the ability to apply for European arrest warrants.

She went on to suggest that by leaving the safety of the EU system, police and border departments will find it more difficult to identify potential terrorists and Britain could become a safe haven for those evading the justice systems in the 27 European Union States. currently only this temporary measure appears to be likely to be available in the short term at least.

In the past year, a number of countries including Canada have lost their ‘equivalence’ option, so this is a genuine warning from the European Commissioner.

EWN 23

BREXIT EXTRA No Trump BORIS JOHNSON has indicated that he wants Donald Trump to keep off the topic of the UK election when he visits London for a NATO conference. Experts believe that Trump is so unpopular with voters that he could hurt the Conservative Party.

Down under THE Brexit Party candidate for Tynemouth constituency in the election has only recently returned to the UK and his address as shown on voting papers is in Australia. He has tweeted that he is not taking electors votes for granted.

Pot shot ALTHOUGH Nigel Farage has withdrawn Brexit Party hopefuls from standing against sitting Conservative MPs, he does not appear to be 100 per cent behind Boris Johnson and has taken a pot shot about the number of children he has fathered.

24 EWN

5 - 11 December 2019

Expats Guide to

Spanish Life Sponsored by Golden Leaves For more information about the sponsors go to www.goldenleavesinternational.com

What to do in the event of an emergency in Spain

www.euroweeklynews.com

NEWS

Noise control A RECENT review held with regard to the anti-noise plan in the historical centre of Malaga City and El Romeral looks for approval in restricting the schedules of the terraces of hospitality businesses. The plan, which is not yet approved, cuts the hours of operation of the terraces during the week and by half an hour on Fridays, Saturdays and holidays.

The changes are to comply with the proposals made months ago by the General Secretariat of the City Council, which was ex-

plicit in the need for Acoustically Saturated Zones (ZAS) to be more restrictive.

Although the latest draft aims to be somewhat more demanding, the reality is that it will be more realistic than those measures proposed by Sincosour, the company hired to measure noise in the areas now affected at the beginning of 2016.

Sincosur verified that night-time noise levels were exceeded in certain areas, for example, Plaza de la Merced, Madre de Dios, Plaza Mitjana and Plaza Uncibay, and suggested drastic actions, such as removing outdoor seating at 11pm.

LIVING in Spain can bring with it an array of issues which may not have been encountered when living in the UK. There are lots of things to consider, and we are here to help try to make the transition and life in Spain a little easier by compiling a series of helpful facts and figures relating to a variety of topics.

In Spain there are in effect two groups which most people would understand as being ‘the police.’ The National Police (Policía Nacional) who have jurisdiction in the towns and cities and the Guardia Civil outside the towns and cities. The Local Police are employed by town halls; they basically deal with property found, and enforce local laws.

Whilst they have a power of arrest, when exercised they must take the arrested person to the National Police or Guardia Civil according to where the crime took place.

National Police and the Guardia Civil deal with all crimes, missing persons etc in their jurisdiction. The National Police also deal with all applications for immigration paperwork, NIEs, EU Citizens Registration and for non EU nationals, Residencia, etc.

Throughput Europe the general number for all emergencies is 112. In Spain the operators speak English, French, German and Italian, in addition to Spanish and will liaise with the emergency services when the caller does not speak Spanish. No area code is needed and the number can be called from any phone, including mobiles even those without a Spanish SIM card or any credit. You can also fax or SMS 112.

The 24 hours national emergency numbers for Spanish speakers are: 091 - police, 061 - health emergencies 080 - firefighters.

By calling 902 102 112, but only when the perpetrator is unknown, one can give details of certain crimes, including:- burglaries, car theft, theft or loss of documents or belongings. The service is available in English from 9am to 9pm seven days a week, and from 9am to 3pm in French, German and Italian.

Having given details of the crime, you must go to the National Police station which you nominate, within 48 hours to make the report using the information supplied on the telephone. In the case of robbery, where threat or force has been used, victims should call 112 at the time for police attendance, or go directly to the police station which covers that area to make a report.

091 or 902 102 112 from 9am to 9pm

Other useful number are:016, specifically to report instances of gender violence. For problems at sea, the Maritime Rescue Service (Salvamento Seguridad Maritmo) can be contacted by calling 900 202 202, and the Red Cross (Cruz Rojo) on 902 222 292. There is also a Red Cross 24-hour helpline 900 100 333.

This information is for guidance only, and should not be taken as legal advice.

If in any doubt, seek professional help.

ANTI-NOISE PLAN: Cuts the hours of outdoor terraces.

Abuse trial suspended THE trial of a man accused of abusing two teenagers has been suspended.

No reason has been given for the proceedings to be halted in the Fuengirola (Costa del Sol) case.

Prosecutors are asking for the man to be jailed for 34 years.

Malaga Provincial Court heard that the defendant was 26 years old when, in 2015, he befriended a group of teens aged between 13 and 16.

To do so, he took advantage of the fact that one of the group was his cousin and that they were studying at a school near his home in Fuengirola. They used to meet up in a small square in the vicinity of his home.

The Public Prosecutor’s Office said that in January 2016, taking advantage of the trust that the minors had in him, he had sexual relations with a 13-year-old girl four times. The legal age of consent in Spain is 16.

The defendant is also said to have recorded a video of himself having sex with the girl.

Also in January 2016, the Public Prosecutor’s Office said that the accused threatened a boy in the group, who was then 15 years old.

He made him so scared that the youth accompanied him to the back of a building where he was sexually assaulted.

The Public Prosecutor’s Office said the defendant is guilty of a continuing crime of sexual abuse, as well as a crime of producing pornographic material and a third crime of sexual assault.

In addition to asking for the prison sentence, the prosecutor is asking for compensation totalling €60,000 for the two victims and a ban on him approaching or communicating with them for 20 years.

5 - 11 December 2019

www.euroweeklynews.com

NEWS SOURCE: Polomap

26 EWN

LICENCE REQUEST WITHDRAWN: Building remains unoccupied.

Project abandoned THE central government’s plan to build a new headquarters for the National Institute of Social Security on Calle Pacifico in Malaga, to accommodate some 2,000 employees, has been abandoned.

The idea, which was brought to the table a little

over nine years ago, has been suspended after the state agency officially withdrew the licence request made to the planning department.

The project was originally presented in October 2010 by the then sub-delegate in Malaga, Hilario López Luna, and the provincial director of the National Institute of So-

cial Security, Manuel Prieto, who revealed the intention to go ahead with the works in the summer of 2011, with an estimated term of 24 months and an investment of €54 million. The amount, however, skyrocketed to €67.8 million by including the cost of acquiring the land, of 8,775 square metres, and project and licence costs.

28 EWN

5 - 11 December 2019

SPECSAVERS ÓPTICAS Marbella and Fuengirola have launched a campaign to collect non-perishable food for those in need on the Costa del Sol. It ha s j o i n e d t h e O p eració n Ki l o C a m p aig n , thanks t o a c o l l a b o r a tio n w ith th e C o st a d e l S o l’s Food Bank (Bancosol).

Bancosol distributes food via charities and associations to help the most vulnerable people in society.

They c o n t r i b u t e t o a n etwork of food banks operating throughout Spain which is currently supplying food to 1.5 million people.

Specsavers Ópticas will be collecting food for them until the end of the year.

Bancosol are particularly in need o f t h e f o l l o w in g non-perishable foods - oil, milk, t i n n e d f o o d s an d meals , b e a n s a n d p u ls es .

These p r o d u c t s c a n b e droppe d i n t o Sp e c sa v e rs Ó pticas i n Fu e n g i r o l a o r Marbella.

You c a n f i n d t h e m o n Avenida Ramon y Cajal 6 in Fuengirola, by the bus station, or on Avenida Ricardo

www.euroweeklynews.com

NEWS

Optical chain joins the campaign to collect food for those in need Soriano 12, next to Massim o Dut t i . Donat i ons ar e very welcome in both stores unt i l t he end of t he year.

Visit www.specsavers.es to find your nearest store.

The directors of these opticians are asking for donations of food in return for their free eye test and encouraging anyone who recently had a free eye test to also join the collection and bring in some food to donate between November 27 and the end of the year.

Find out more about the important work Bancosol is doing on their website www.banco sol.info or follow them on Facebook @bancosolmalaga.

FOOD BANK: Members of the public are being urged to donate non-perishable food to those in need.

Police help charity MALAGA police are to star in a calendar in aid of Los Angeles Malagueños de la Noche, a charity created in 2007 with the view that no person should not have the resources to feed themselves or be left without food or a cup of coffee.

On May 14, 2016, the social dining

room was opened in Calle Fuentecilla, where they offer food for an average of 500 people daily. When available, they also distribute clothes, shoes and blankets. A total of 3,000 calendars have been printed, which have been put up for sale at a price of €5.

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

SOURCE: Wikipedia

NATIONAL

Supermarket expansion LIDL ends the year on a high and consolid a t e s i t s p re s e n c e i n Malaga with the opening of its sixth store in the province. The new establishment joins the seven shops Lidl

has opened in the last month all over Spain.

The supermarket giant has invested €28 million as they continue their expansion strategy in Spain. The company wants to gain importance and promote the creation of ‘quali-

Woman attacks doctor PROPERTY BID: Huge possibilities.

Development options ISRAELI magnate Haim Tsuff is to pay just over €23.5 million to become the new owner of the old Correos building, in Malaga.

The entrepreneur was the only one who bid for the property, initially priced at €16.8 million, in the public auction called by the Junta de Andalucia.

The construction located in the Avenida de Andalucia consists of three floors in the lower body and nine floors in the tower and is close to 17,000 square metres.

However, one problem the new owner may run in to are the conditions pertaining to urban qualification which limits the possible development of new projects.

Unless Tsuff chooses to open a negotiation process with the city council to vary this use, which could be extended over time, urban planning is clear, allowing only academies, university centres, hospitals and student or senior homes.

Although the mayor, Francisco de la Torre, has shown to be more interested in the idea of a hotel.

EWN 29

HEALTH professionals have protested against the aggression suffered by a doctor in Malaga Province. A professional at the emergency department at Valle del Guadalhorce Hospital was attacked by a patient. Malaga’s Medical Union stated that the doctor was attacked by a woman who was dissatisfied with her diagnosis, and who threatened and struggled against the medic.

The representative of the Union, Daniel Fernández, explained that the victim has not requested time off work due to a lack of staff, despite the fact that he has been deeply affected by the occurrence at a psychological level.

The aggressor, has been denounced by the health professional and also damaged furniture in the centre during her outbreak. Fernández indicated that this type of situation can be detrimental to other patients, as it does not help them to see a person get violent and destroy furniture.

The Union is asking the Prosecutor to increase penalties and help the situation as a lot of medical staff feel ‘exposed’ and in a ‘helpless situation.’ The Union urged the Prosecutor’s Office to count attacks on health personnel as an attack against authority and requested they consider appointing a prosecutor specialised in these type of incidents.

ty employment,’ as the openings generate 73 jobs. Specifically, the shop which opened in the Cruz del Humilladero neighbourhood in Malaga, boasts 1,300 square metres of commercial space and 40 parking places.

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

CREDIT: Wikipedia/ Sebaso

30 EWN

GRAND FINALE: AIDAmar will be the last cruise ship of 2019.

A SLOW December for cruising is predicted in Malaga, as the port will receive only nine tourist ships throughout the month. If there are no changes, the Malaga Port Authority has announced the last month of 2019 will be in the penultimate position of tourist ship berths of the last decade.

Last on the ranking is December in 2014 with only eight cruises arriving in the port.

Although the winter and summer seasons see a historical descent in cruising, this year, the De-

High and dry cember figures fall short. With three ships having already set sail, the rest of the month will see just six stopovers.

On December 3, a transatlantic cruise destined to Jamaica started its voyage in Malaga. Other ships that will stopover during the festive season are Costa Magica, Viking Sky, Arcadia and Aidamar.

The reason for the low figures is mostly down to the winter season kicking in. However, the withdrawal of Norwegian Cruise Line from Malaga port is also taking its toll.

This year, the number of tourist ships that have docked is 11 less than in 2018 and port authorities hope that the International Seatrade Cruise Med Fair will make 2020 a good year.

NEWS

Attacked policeman TWO men have been arrested in Fuengirola for eight violent robberies after attempting to assault a plainclothes policeman.

Police say the 21 and 32-year-old Spaniards mistook one of the investigating officers for a private citizen during an operation to detain the men for robberies in Fuengirola and Mijas.

An investigation started after an increase in reports of violent robbery with a knife in the vicinity of the Fuengirola river park.

In all cases the ‘modus operandi,’ the area and time of day the crimes were committed were identical.

The thieves violently assaulted the victims using a large knife to threaten them and injured one of the victims.

Police identified two suspects and set in place an operation to detain them.

As plainclothes police shadowed the men, the suspects mistook one officer for a private citizen and tried to rob him.

They were swiftly arrested and police found them to be carrying a large knife and a screwdriver.

The duo have now been remanded in custody.

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019 SOURCE: Wikipedia

32 EWN

LOW RENT: Students are staying further away from the campus and using the metro instead.

Going underground ON November 7 Malaga metro counted 30 million travellers since its opening on July 30, 2014. The concessionary company Metro de Malaga expects to close the year with seven million users, some 700,000 more than the previous year.

One o f t h e r e a so n s th a t th e

metro line is getting such a high number of customers could be that mo re a n d mo re s tude nts on the Teatinos campus are renting flats in Carretera de Cádiz, where they find cheaper prices and a direct lin e to th e U n iv e rs ity, w ith a journey time of only between 15 and 20 minutes thanks to the subway.

Te s timo n ia ls o f s tude nts re -

ve a le d tha t the y found tha t in choosing to live in Teatinos near the university, the rent was on an inc re a s e a nd ha d jumpe d from €200 to a round €330 pe r month w ithin only a c ouple of years.

Living in an area such as La Paz they can have a shared apartment for €200 with only a short metro journey.

NEWS

Killed for only 600 € A MAN who beat his disabled 77-year-old former flatmate 52 times with a hammer then left him to die on the floor is on trial for murder.

A week went by after the fatal attack before he showed up at Torremolinos National Police Station where he told officers his conscience did not allow him to sleep because of ‘the torment’ that he suffered having killed a person.

The victim, had been his flatmate until just a few days previously. Police found the body lying in a foetal position with horrendous injuries.

Now the 70-year-old defendant should be jailed for 23 years, says the Public Prosecutor, while the private prosecution of the family is calling for an indefinite sentence.

The event took place last Februar y 25 in the house where they had lived together.

The prosecution statement said that at around 4pm there was an argument between the victim and the accused during which the man took a hammer and, with the intention of killing him, beat his flatmate on more than 52 occasions.

The prosecutor said that the old man - Manuel - died in the

following six hours as a result of his injuries.

In their indictments, both the Public Prosecutor’s Office and the private prosecution highlighted the defencelessness of the deceased. The old man had a disability in his mobility of 65 per cent, due to degenerative osteoarthrosis and other problems.

The Public Prosecutor’s Office said that the suspect went to the house of the deceased under the pretext of claiming €600 that, supposedly, he owed him. In his confession, the defendant stated that the victim offered him a room in his house for €200 per month.

They lived together from August last year until February, when Manuel threw his flatmate out of the house, according to the defendant, for no reason and despite the fact that he had paid the monthly payment in advance.

After the fatal attack the defendant is said to have washed hi s hands and changed his shirt, before disposing of the hammer and bloodied clothes in a rubbish bin.

A trial is due to start on December 16.

NATIONAL

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

EWN 33

Calls to abolish the monarchy SPAIN’S royal family is under the spotlight again, after republicans called for a referendum on the monarchy with an option to abolish it.

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia became the current King and Queen of Spain in 2014, following the abdication of Felipe’s father King Juan Carlos.

At the time 55.7 per cent of Spaniards polled supported the monarchy, up 5.8 points from the six months before.

But a YouGov poll last December indicated that almost half of Spaniards would be in favour of abolishing the crown and making Spain a republic.

Last week, Spain’s far-left party Podemos held a conference, ‘Goodbye monarchy, hello democracy,’ which discussed the possibility of a referendum on the monarchy with an option to abolish it.

Following the conference, the promonarchy newspaper ABC published an editorial urging republicans to consider Spain’s stability, urging: ‘We do not need more instability in Spain.’

The move comes as Spain is trying to negotiate the formation of a new govern-

OUT OF FAVOUR: Last week, Spain’s far-left party Podemos held a conference, ‘Goodbye monarchy, hello democracy.’

ment following the general election on November 10 which saw PM Pedro Sanchez win the most seats, but not gain an overall majority.

The country is suffering its worst political crisis for 40 years following Cataluña’s bid for independence in 2017, which resulted in Madrid suspending its autonomy for almost seven months, and failing nine Catalan politicians and activists in October 2019.

Cataluña is a wealthy semi-autonomous region in north-east Spain with a 1,000 year history and 7.5 million people with their own language, parliament, flag and anthem.

Spain’s royal family visited the region last month, causing anti-monarchy protests in Barcelona, including burning effigies of King Felipe VI. Last week also saw the Catalan parliament in Barcelona vote in favour of rejecting the monarchy, with 68 votes in favour, and 21 against.

As Cataluña is under Madrid’s control, the vote is ineffectual.

The King and Queen are currently visiting Cuba.

34 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

FEATURE

The La Sala Ski Lodge returns to Puerto Banus IT has already started to look a lot like Christmas in Marbella as the La Sala Ski Lodge retur ned to Banus last Sunday to kick-start the Festive Season and this number one venue will be entertaining guests all of the way up to Christmas.

Imagine that you are in the mountains as you step into the La Sala Ski Lodge, located on their outdoor terrace. E n j o y t h e d a z z lin g snow and twinkling lights, as you wrap up warm and embrace all things toasty.

The official opening started with a live performance from the Marbella Go sp e l C h o i r (fronted by popular local s in g e r s Mr Ma p h and S i m o n e t o g e t h e r with members of their family) accompanied by fre sh l y p r e p a r e d mulled wine.

Inde e d t h e r e i s a wide selection of winter warmers for adults and ch i l d r e n a t t h e Ski Lodge but that’s only a part of what is on offe r e v e r y d a y and evening.

You can book a table for their popular Sunday Roast where you can choose from an extensive menu including succulent roast chicken, tender roast beef or roast pork with crispy crackling.

All are served with a selection of creamy cauliflower cheese, Guinness Yorkshire puddings, seasonal vegetables and lashings of gravy.

Tw o c o u r se s c o st ju s t €24.50 and three courses €29.50 and the good news is that children under 10 can also enjoy a special meal for €8.95.

Talking of children, the Christmas icon that is Santa

WHEN IN SPAIN: Christmas with a difference.

COLD OUTSIDE: Frosty the snowman.

MUSIC TO OUR EARS: Enjoy the fabulous sounds of the Marbella Gospel Choir.

Claus will be visiting the venue three times in th e le a d u p to Christmas.

A cc o mp a n ied b y S n o w flak e th e E lf h e’ll a rriv e a t L a Sala at 5pm on Sunday December 8, 15 a n d 2 2 w h e re h e will be in the Live Lounge for an afternoon filled with plenty of g ame s , s in g a lo n g s to r ie s and prizes guaranteed to lift your Christmas spirits, so b o o k fo r lu n ch an d the n stay on for Santa.

Tell the children to bring

FESTIVE: Santa’s helpers.

their Christmas lists so that Santa can take them back to the North Pole in preparation for his Christmas

Eve journey.

There is a special Christmas party menu for those w ho w a nt to e njoy a n

eveni ng out with friends or colleagues and t her e wi l l be l i ve ent er t ai nm ent f r om a range of top musical talent every night.

Always part of the local community, on Christmas Eve spend t he ni ght ar ound t he Christmas tree enjoying the sound of Christmas songs and carols as the Marbella Gospel Choir makes a welcom e r et ur n and i f you

To find out more visit https://lasalabanus.com/

woul d l i ke t o hel p t hose who are less fortunate than yourself, bring a donation of non-perishable food.

This will be collected by the charity Collective Calling and will be passed to local homeless people to help make their Christmas just that little bit better.

Whether you are looking to enjoy an unforgettable f east on Chr i st m as Day, dance t he ni ght away on New Year’s Eve or organise a fabulous Christmas Party with friends or colleagues they have it all covered at La Sala Puerto Banus.

NEWS

www.euroweeklynews.com

Healthy eating A PARTICULAR strain of olive from the Malaga region has been found to help stop people absorbing toxic heavy metals during digestion.

Researchers at the University of Jaen have found that bacteria present in cured olives - they focused on those from Alora, inland from the Costa del Sol - can help limit the absorption of metals such as arsenic, cadmium and mercury molecules into the bloodstream.

The bacteria acts like a sponge, absorbing the metals which are then excreted from the human digestive system.

This could be important news as toxic heavy metals can get into the food supplies via contaminated soil or water. While there are strict European rules for maximum permitted levels of these metals in food, children and pregnant women are more susceptible to the toxins.

The bacteria found in the olives from Alora are said to be unique in having a genetic component in their DNA giving them this quality. The Lactobacillus pentosus strain is present in the trees naturally, but multiply considerably as the olives are cured.

5 - 11 December 2019

EWN 35

University assault MALAGA police have arrested a 36-year-old male resident of the city accused of assaulting his partner after picking up the 18-yearold girl from the University of Malaga.

An emergency call was received from two security guards who had witnessed a violent altercation in a parked car.

The alleged perpetrator was parked on Ejido Street, in the university campus, and during an argument inside the car had slapped the young woman twice. A patrol car quickly ar-

POLICE OFFICERS: Quickly arrived on the scene. rived at the scene, after which the officers proceeded to iden-

MEDICAL Unions called off protests in Malaga after the Andalucian Health Service (SAS) offered to negotiate. The unions agreed to susp e n d t h e p ro t e s t s a f t e r t h e n e w head of the SAS, Miguel Ángel Guzmán, committed to resuming negotiations on December 18.

The decision was taken by the secretary

tify the occupants of the vehicle and interview them. Dur-

ing this time, the girl conf i r m e d t h e s e c u r i t y g u a r d ’s story.

She went on to explain that the man was her boyfriend and he had been waiting for her at the exit to discuss a previous argument. He was upset and aggressive and became loud so she agreed to continue talking i n s i d e t h e c a r, w h e r e h e r boyfriend then hit her.

Police noticed the girl had a swollen eye and other signs of being assaulted, and that the suspect was under the influence of alcohol. They arrested the man and charged him with the crime of gender violence.

Doctors end protests general of Health Unions in Malaga, Rafael González, who explained he valued the new manager’s willingness to communicate. However, the union leader warned that the suspension would only be temporary and protests

may continue after Christmas if a solution is not found.

The unions want more personnel to cover time off sick or holidays and the revision of around 300 temporary contracts.

36 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

THE Film Academy has announced the definitive list of nominees for the 34th edition of the Goya Awards to be held in the Palaciode los Deportes Martin Carpena, Malaga, on January 25.

‘During the war’ by Alejandro Amenábar is the favourite film with a total of 17 nominations, followed by ‘Pain and Glory’ by Pedro Almodóvar, which has 16 nominations and ‘The Infinite Trench’

by Aitor Aguirre, Jon Garaño

and Jose Mari Goneaga, with 15 nominations.

As for the nominees from Malaga, battling for the Goya for Best Actor are Antonio Banderas for ‘Pain and Glory’ and Antonio de la Torre for ‘The Infinite Trench.’

Banderas is quoted as saying “I want to thank the Film Academy and my classmates for this nomination for my work in ‘Pain and Glory,’ in one of the most beautiful years of my long career. I am also happy for the 16 nominations

A WOMAN and two men have been arrested for conning a disabled man out of €30,000 in a ‘honeytrap’ scam.

National Police officers have arrested in Marbella a 26-year-old Colombian woman and two 30-year-old men - one Spanish and one Colombian - as allegedly responsible for a crime of fraud and another of false documentation.

The arrested woman had, according to police, gained the victim’s trust by initially starting a

that the film has received.”

Belén Cuesta, the Sevillian actress raised and trained in Malaga, has been nominated for Best Actress for ‘The Infinite Trench,’ while Malaga’s Mona Martínez is up for Best Supporting Actress for her work in ‘Goodbye.’

Among those present at the awards nomination announcements were Pedro Almodóvar and his brother, producer Agustín Almodóvar, along with many other Spanish film artists.

SOURCE: Twitter

Malaga awards

NOMINATION ANNOUNCEMENTS: Spanish cinema greats.

Honeytrap scam long distance telephone relationship with him.

Eventually he started sending her money to pay for the woman to travel up to Madrid to see him.

After several months she persuaded him to buy a car in his own name for her to use to travel to see him - even though he continued to

NEWS

send her ‘large’ sums of money for her travel costs.

He sent her the money and the cash was used to buy a car in his name. It was then that the scam came into play.

Police say that she managed to trick the victim into signing papers which turned out would

transfer the car into someone else’s name.

The victim finally realised he had been conned and went to police.

The police investigation found that two men were involved in the scam and had plotted the transfer of the vehicle with the woman.

Once located the three investigated were arrested as allegedly responsible for a crime of fraud and another of documentary falsity. The vehicle which was the object of the fraud was recovered and seized by the officers.

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

SOURCE: Twitter

Food donations THE classification and distribution of food for Bancosol’s Great Collection b e g a n o n Tu e s d a y morning.

On Tuesday morning at the f o o d b a n k ’s w a re house , t h e r e we r e 4 9 more people from nine in the morning until two in the afternoon, volunteers from d i ff e r e n t e n tities and associations and others wh o j u st wa n t e d to spend their time helping with the cause.

In the afternoon from 4pm t o 7 p m a n o t h e r 3 8 people joined in to classify f o o d f r o m t h e h u n dreds of boxes received from the 330 supermarkets which have participated in the Great Collection.

It wi l l c o n t i n u e lik e this for around 20 or 25 days until the classifica-

NEWS SOURCE: Facebook

38 EWN

EDUCATION STUDIES: Bilingual courses.

New courses BANCOSOL VOLUNTEERS: The most important campaign of the year.

tion is completed, Monday until Friday with volu n te e rs fro m all o v er Malaga.

D a ta a lre a dy s how s the collection of 643,700 kilos of food tha t w ill go to the more tha n

47,000 people who still need this basic resource in the province of Malaga.

THE Ministry of Education of the Junta de Andalucía is currently looking into the implementation of new training courses in Ronda, specifically those of a bilingual nature, after holding a meeting with the territorial delegate of Education, Mercedes García, in which the mayor, María de la Paz Fernández, councillor of Education, Ángel Martínez, and councillor of Economy, María del Carmen Martínez, as well as Fernando Corrales, took part.

Also, in this meeting progress has been made in the project that aims to move the Conservatory to the House of Culture, after space became available in this property, located next to the Alameda, with the construction of the Adolfo Suárez Regional Library, since the Casa de la Cultura previously housed the library.

www.euroweeklynews.com

Major delay costs A DELAY by the town hall of Malaga in granting authorisation required for work on the Metro in January 2010 has resurfaced as an extra cost of €347,617 to the public purse some years later.

The Junta de Andalucia has had to pay this sum to the company Ortiz Construcciones y Proyectos, as compensation for almost three months in which the work was suspended. That is to say, that each day elapsed without work has ended up causing a penalty close to €4,300 per day.

The total suspension of the works

was confirmed by the signing of an act on August 6, 2009, “The suspension being not attributable to the contractor, but to external causes due to lack of authorisations.”

The restart order did not take place until November 16, 2009.

This is one of the judicial decisions that last week was collected by the Minister of Development, Marifrán Carazo, as part of the €3.8 million already paid to companies linked to work on the Metro for claims taken to court, of which €2.8 million has been paid to Ortiz.

Further rise in layoffs NOVEMBER leaves behind another 5,649 people in unemployment in Malaga, the largest rise in Spain after the Balearic Islands.

Every autumn, unemployment increases in Malaga after the busy summer season comes to an end. This year has seen a big downward turn and, according to the Ministry of Labour, 4 per cent more people are out of a job this month. The slowing down of the tourism sector has seen unemployment rise in the province for the last four months, the highest increase in Spain only surpassed by 11,557 people in the Balearics.

Taking the new data into account, the total number of unemployed people in the province is now 149,545. Compared to previous years, unemployment is 1.66 per cent less than in November 2018. The service sector is the main culprit and once again, women are the most affected with a total of 89,061 unemployed versus 60,484 men.

5 - 11 December 2019

EWN 39

Green light SOURCE: UMA.es

NEWS

WORK TO CONTINUE: N ecessary permission granted.

THE new Government Pavilion of the University of Malaga (UMA) has been given a green light to continue with construction after work was put on hold in July whilst a definitive study of the plot of land was carried out which was essential for the is-

suance of the building permit.

The final approval of the plans was highlighted in the Boletín Oficial de la Provincia of Malaga and show that within a week the UMA may have the necessary permission to move forward with the construction that was awarded to Sando and Conacon for €18.5 million with

a 22-month development period.

The build will be divided into two parts, the Government Pavilion and the Paraninfo. The first one will occupy about 12,404 square metres, while the second has 3,100 metres. The accumulated delay looks to extend the project into the first months of 2021.

5 - 11 December 2019

www.euroweeklynews.com

NEWS

Benalmรกdena NEWS

Annual Turkey race NOW a Christmas tradition, the Benalmadena Turkey Race over 4.5 kilometres is due to take place on Sunday December 15.

Before anyone starts complaining about unseasonable cruelty to birds, it must be pointed out that no actual turkeys take part in the event unless they are a human dressed as one.

This is the 37th year that the race has taken place and is aimed at all of the family as well as genuine athletes.

It starts and finishes at the Arroyo de la Miel sports centre with the runners who abide by ABAD g u i d e l i n e s s e t t i n g o ff a t 11 a m w i t h t h e f a m i l y groups who are welcome to walk leaving later.

An entry fee of two kilos

Credit: Ayuntamiento de Benalmadena

40 EWN

TURKEY RACE: Runners from last year gobble up the track.

of non-perishable food has to be handed over to Caritas for distribution to those in need and organisations

and businesses throughout the town offer their support for this event which promotes a healthy lifestyle.

NEWS

www.euroweeklynews.com

NEWS Credit: Ayuntamiento de Fuengirola

Fuengirola

5 - 11 December 2019

AWARD: Mayor Ana Mula accepts the certificate.

Friendly to animals LOVERS of pets love Fuengirola and the town has just been awarded the title of a ‘Municipality that is a friend to animals’ by the Malaga Provincial Council, the Malaga Bar Association and the Benalmadena Animal group.

The a wa r d g o e s f o r th e w o rk th a t th e council has undertaken in order to raise public awareness of and respect for the rights and welfare of animals generally.

This has been an ongoing project which saw change in regulations in 2014 which allowed owners to take their pets with them on local public transport, and coupled with this has been the introduction of four dog

parks as well as a dog beach and others are planned.

This recognition is part of a long term project entitled ‘An addition to my family: M y p et’ w hic h w a nts to s e e a ll a nima ls treated well, but also wants to ensure that owners act in a responsible way, looking after their animals and stopping them from being a nuisance to others.

The Bar Association has been involved in drafting guidelines which it will circulate to all councils in the province for their consideration and has also sent speakers to schools to explain to eight to 12-year-olds about the need to be alert to animal abuse and to treat animals well.

Christmas Carol Concerts ON December 15 the Collegium Musicum Costa del Sol Choir and Orchestra returns to the IPV Palace Hotel and Spa (Beatriz) in Fuengirola at 7pm.

This has now become a much welcomed annual event when they celebrate Christmas with a special concert that changes each year.

This Christmas, the programme includes a variety of carols from different parts of Europe, music from the score

by Tchaikovsky for the ballet The Nutcracker as well as from the ever popular film The Snowman based on the book

by Raymond Briggs as well as festive music by Handel.

Tickets cost €12 and are

available at the hotel, Nicholson’s Jewellers in Fuengirola and from Collegium Musicum.

Following the performance, for an additional €15, guests are invited to mingle with the musicians and supporters to enjoy a chat, drinks and a finger buffet, but must confirm

their attendance by December 8.

For further information see their website www.colmus.org.

There will be another performance on Tuesday December 17 at the Iglesias de la Encarnación, Marbella which starts at 9pm, but admission is free until the church is full.

One in a million THE Spanish State Lottery has announced the draw of ‘El Millón’ has seen a lucky winner scoop up the amazing €1 million prize in Fuengirola.

The money corresponds to a ticket sold in the lottery establishment number 1 of Fuengirola, located in Malaga Province.

The winner is still unknown and hasn’t chosen to make their identity public so far.

EWN 41

42 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

NEWS

La Cala - Mijas NEWS Enjoy Czech carols

Human waste in local park SITUATED above the AP7 and falling under the control of Mijas Council, Park Esparragal on the Camino Viejo De Coin has long been a place for locals to meet and enjoy barbecues and a general day out.

Until relatively recently, there was a bar/cafĂŠ in the park but for various reasons it has been closed and now readers of Euro Weekly News have contacted us to complain about a very unsatisfactory state of affairs with regards to a sanitary problem.

The bar had its own toilet facilities, but with its closure, so the toilet was closed and the nearest open public toilet is some 200 yards away which means that some people who are in that particular area are not prepared to walk to the toilets if they need to relieve themselves.

This means that there are regular sightings of people urinating against trees or by the river bed and even defecating and leaving their waste behind when they leave. There is an additional pair of public toilets relatively nearby at Urb La Hacienda De Mijas Golf but they are now derelict and closed and there appears little likelihood of them being renovated.

Our readers (who commented that if councils are so bothered about dog mess then they should actively take steps to fight human waste) have contacted the

OUT OF ACTION: The closed bar and toilets.

park authorities who have pointed out that there are facilities in the park but this does not take into account the laziness of human nature.

For the time being and until something positive is

done, residents in the area and visitors will have to put up with the unpleasant sight of toilet paper and other remains in what should be a pleasant and picturesque escape for all.

AT 6pm on December 11, Czech people all over the world will be singing traditional Christmas carols and Mijas will not miss out as the same will happen outside the town hall in La Cala de Mijas.

In actual fact, celebrations will start a little earlier at 4pm when guests are invited to sample some mulled wine, typical Czech delicacies and Christmas cookies, all from the special stand being erected.

It’s organised by the Czech community with the assistance and support of Mijas Foreigners Department and is a gesture of goodwill from the Czech community to their Spanish hosts and members of other expatriate communities.

New help for the autistic THE Mijas Council is proud of the fact that it is the first in Spain to introduce specially designed tiles on zebra crossings to help people who are on the autistic spectrum and

to make life safer for them.

There are four tiles produced in a colour which has been chosen because it is easy to see and each carries a different mes-

sage; Stop, Look, Stopped Car and Cross and the four tiles will be laid on each side of the crossing.

To a d d t o t h e e a s e o f understanding, as well as the word, there will be a matching image of a hand held high, an eye, a car and a pedestrian crossing and the tiles which are non-slipper y are produced in white with the words and image in yellow.

This is a test which will take place in 12 locations, mainly schools and places popular with youngsters such as the Botanical Gardens and if successful will be extended throughout the municipality.

Although other towns have painted images by crossings, this is the first time that such tiles (which measure 40cm x 40cm) have been designed and laid in this manner.

44 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

Marbella WE at Euro Weekly News are proud of the fact that we are connected with the heart of the community and do what we can to promote local events and charities through the pages of the newspaper.

Christmas is a time when many good causes take the opportunity to organise special fundraising events and as the Media Partner of the upcoming Triple A animal charity Gala Dinner, we are happy to promote it.

Organised by volunteers, it is a buffet style event which takes place at the Sea Grill in the Puente Romano Hotel on Sunday December 15 with tickets costing €100 per person.

There is an exceptional menu, flowing drinks and an evening of live music as well as a DJ so make your booking by visiting www.puentero mano.com Sea Grill Restaurant or by sending a WhatsApp to +31 683 157 025.

NEWS

AIDS charity Concordia receives financial support IT was 25 years ago that Princess Marie Louise of Prussia, a long term resident of Marbella (who with husband Count Rudi helped put the city on the quality tourist map) set up the Association Concordia Antisida.

It is one of the only charities on the Costa del Sol which is dedicated to help those infected

by AIDS/HIV and from its base in San Pedro Alcantara not only spreads the word concerning safe sex, but also assists those who are affected and even arranges tests for those who fear the worst.

In recognition of the work of all of its staff and supporters and in acknowledgement of World Aids Day (December 1), the Marbella Council has entered in-

Credit: Ayuntamiento de Marbella

An evening at Sea Grill

NEWS

CHARITY SUPPORT: Mayor Ángeles Muñoz and Princess Marie Louise sign the agreement. to an agreement whereby it will help support the charity with a payment of €114,000.

As a small charity which also assists those living on the streets by offering food and washing facilities, as well as supporting

families of those who are HIV positive, Concordia needs funds to keep offering the professional psychological and educational services that it does.

AIDS/HIV is controllable and can be managed with the proper

Switched on in San Pedro AFTER an unfortunate episode with one of the Christmas lights falling off a wall, the lights have now been switched on in San Pedro Alcantara.

The biggest display is in the Marqués del Duero with 1,200,000 LED lights helping to form a light cathedral with daily shows at 6.30, 7.30 and 8.30pm.

In all there are 177 illuminated arches, 19 large figures, 13 almond trees and a giant tree on the boulevard as well as a selection of different lights and two nativity scenes around the town.

advice but is now no longer a problem encountered by mainly homosexuals in Spain but has become more prevalent amongst young heterosexuals, so part of its work now is to speak to students and warn them of the dangers.

Today, Thursday December 5, they are holding their annual St Nikolaus Ball at the Puente Romano Hotel which is another means of generating significant funds in order to allow the charity to continue its important work.

To find out more about its work visit http://www.concordia marbella.com/english.

46 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

NEWS

Gibraltar NEWS UK police are preparing to unravel mystery disappearance IN December 1986, 18year-old Royal Navy radio operator Simon Parkes disappeared in Gibraltar and his body has never been found, but new evidence has brought officers from the Hampshire Constabulary to search the Trafalgar Cemetery.

Working with the Royal Gibraltar Police, they are hoping to either discover a body or to jog the memory of those who might have seen the young man in the company of fellow seaman Allan Grimson who was serving with him on HMS Illustrious.

Grimson was later convicted of the brutal killing of two

The anchor monument at Trafalgar Cemetery.

men, both on the same date, December 12 but in 1997 and 1998 and it has always been considered a possibility that he was responsible for the death of Simon Parkes, especially as he too disappeared in December.

The killer was branded ‘a serial killer in nature, if not in number’ by the judge who presided over his trial and it is believed likely that he was responsible for several more murders which remain unsolved.

He has denied any involvement in the disappearance of the teenage sailor but parents, Margaret and David Parkes are desperate to know what happened to their son and to reach some form of closure.

Minister Isola (left) presents the Gibraltar Prize.

Press Association Awards THE Minister for Digital and Financial Services, Albert Isola MP was in London to represent the Gibraltar Government at the recent Foreign Press Association Awards Ceremony.

Gibraltar is one of the main sponsors of this annual event which brings together international journalists from all over the world who are based in London.

The Gibraltar Prize was awarded to the winner of the TV News Story of the Year, the team from BBC News covering the separation of the Uigher and other Muslim families in Western China. A former Governor and a large contingent of Gibraltarians attended the ceremony.

BA flight problems EARLY this week and just 30 minutes away from landing, travellers on a British Airways flight from Heathrow to Gibraltar were advised by the pilot that due to poor visibility the plane was to be placed on a holding pattern to await

better weather.

Then when it started its descent it ran into very stormy weather and passengers later reported that the aircraft was shaking and then there was a flash and a booming noise.

The pilot diverted to Malaga

and after landing confirmed that the plane had been hit by lightning and would have to be checked for safety before re-entering service.

Those on board the flight were then taken to Gibraltar by coach.

Party of students promote the Rock A PARTY of nine students from schools in Gibraltar spent several days in London where they visited the Houses of Parliament meeting with various officials.

They went on to visit the Gibraltar Unit at the Foreign Office as well as the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, the Commonwealth Secretariat and the Australian High Commission as well as the Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace.

HERITAGE PROJECT: Start of the work on Grand Battery.

Protecting Gibraltar’s military heritage AS part of an ongoing heritage project, some of the Royal Gibraltar Regiment’s artillery pieces will be exhibited on the site of the Grand Battery.

In order to allow this, work has commenced on the restoration works to the site of the Grand Battery and has already seen the removal of a Second World War blast wall which revealed a series of 18th century fire steps.

The Grand Battery is one of Gibraltar’s most important military monuments forming part of the Northern Defences which have also been undergoing improvements and restoration works for a number of years now.

The ongoing work will see the placing of safety balustrades as well as additional repair and the removal of trees or plants which have the potential to damage the structure.

48 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

NEWS

SOURCE: Wikipedia

No fly zone MAYOR TO SELECT CANDIDATES: There are 23 hopeful applicants.

Successful search THE search initiated by the mayor of Malaga, Francisco de la Torre, to fill the new position of General Infrastructure Coordinator has been a success.

The deadline for submitting applications was November 27, and there were 23 applicants to perform a function with a

salary of €100,000 per year. According to the job specifications, those interested must demonstrate ‘proven experience in the performance of political coordination positions in the management of large infrastructure projects or transformation of the city.’

De la Torre himself will elect a suitable candidate, though he is not obliged to

opt for an official. In order to have free designation, the Plenary had to request a change of the Municipal Organic Regulations on October 1 to justify the need to fill the position according to ‘criteria of professional competence and experience, not being an essential requirement that candidates meet the status of official.’

CAPITAL CONNECTIONS: Continuously reviewing opportunities.

THREE of the biggest North American airlines have confirmed that they do not contemplate establishing any flight between Andalucia and the United States in the summer of 2020.

Delta Air Lines pointed out that customers can continue flying with Delta and its partners Air France and KLM through the hubs in Amsterdam and Paris or through the services operated by Delta in Madrid and

Barcelona.

American Airlines has assured that they will maintain their commitment to connections through the capital of Spain and Barcelona. “ We h a v e f l o w n t o Spain for more than 30 years and operate flights from the United States to Madrid and Barcelona,” they explained to point out that “at this time we do not expect to grow in the country because these two cities are connection centres for our partner Iberia.”

Also, United Airlines stated that “We continuously review the opportunities to grow and expand our global route network and we have no announcements for Andalucia at the moment.”

Turismo Costa del Sol, ensure they maintain contacts with more than five airlines, including American and European.

Sources claim it is more likely with the latter there could be a greater chance to reopen the door of direct flights between Malaga and New York.

Battered parents ONE sector in which Andalucia leads, Spain is something not to be proud of - the number of cases of children attacking their own parents.

The study ‘Filio-parental violence in Spain.

Data 2018’ of the Amigó Foundation shows that there were 4,833 reported cases of this type of crime in Spain last year, up 3.6 per cent.

When broken down Andalucia was the region with the most - 1,034 or 21.3 per cent of the total.

In the region the breakdown was by 91 in Almeria, 193 in Cadiz, 97 in Cordoba, 114 in Granda, five in Huelva, 26 in Jaen, 155 in Malaga and 353 in Sevilla.

Behind Andalucia appears the Valencian

Community with 832, followed by the Community of Madrid with 686, 405 in the Canary Islands and 358 in Cataluña.

It is estimated that only the most serious cases are reported, between 10 per cent and 15 per cent of the total, making it a largely hidden problem.

The Amigó Foundation carried out a research project to find the profile of people who live in situations of child-parent violence, a work that took more than 1,000 people as a sample.

The average age of the children involved is 15 and a half years, while the average age of the parents is 46 and a half years. Violence is perpetrated by sons in 63 per cent of cases and in 30.53 per cent of cases they are single children.

50 EWN

5 - 11 December 2019

www.euroweeklynews.com

EUROPEAN PRESS

NETHERLANDS

Cat flap DUTCH researchers have declared that allowing cats to roam outside without human supervision is a breach of European rules for the protection of na­ ture. Domestic cats are considered to be a potential danger to more than 350 threatened species.

No uniforms LAST year, members of the Dutch Army were given €1,000 each to buy winter clothes as the Ministry of Defence had used up its clothing budget and they were going to Norway. This year the increased uni­ form budget has also run out.

PET CAT: Getting ready to roam.

BELGIUM

Royal Park

Drunk driver

THE 180­hectare area known as Laeken Park in Brussels accepts a €1 million annual payment for its upkeep but is only open to the public three weeks a year as it is part owned by the Belgian Royal Family. Politi­ cians argue that it should be open to all.

ALTHOUGH parents of children from a pri­ mary school in Limburg had repeatedly claimed that a school bus driver had a drink problem, it was only recently that he was stopped with a full bus, breathalysed and discovered to be over the limit.

GERMANY

DENMARK

Jewel heist

Fine art

THIEVES broke into Dresden’s Grünes Gewölbe Museum and stole 100 pieces of jewellery said to be worth millions of euros which had been collect­ ed over the past centuries and had been kept safe during the East German communist regime.

A PAINTING by Copenhagen artist Vilhelm Ham­ mershøi, ‘Interior from Strandgade 30,’ has broken the record for the highest price ever paid for a piece of art on Danish soil. The hammer price was 30.5 million kroner (€4,083,000).

NATO change

Robots sacked

NOW in its 70th year, funding for NATO will change from 2021 as the US contribution will be reduced and the German contribution increased by €33 mil­ lion so that it matches the amount charged to the American defence department.

THE hospital in Herlev og Gentofte purchased a number of robots which were to undertake simple tasks such as delivering medicines, food, bedding and waste. The expensive experiment has been scrapped as the robots were confused by people walking by and often stopped.

FRANCE

Tractor trouble

Iran deal

MORE than 1,000 tractors were driven across France to Paris in order to block roads as French farmers protested against government policies and international trade agreements which they say are hurting their businesses and living standards.

FOLLOWING the US withdrawal from the Iran nuclear deal, Britain, France and Germany have attempted to keep it on track, but now France is warning that as Iran is regularly breaching the agreement it may trigger new UN sanctions.

FINLAND

NORWAY

Postal strike

Wrong way

THE agreement between the union and employ­ ers which ended the postal strike didn’t come ear­ ly enough to stop the cancellation of hundreds of Finnair flights as the Finnish Aviation Union brought out its members on a one­day support strike.

EMERGENCY lines were inundated by calls re­ porting that a foreign lorry was driving the wrong way on the E6 motorway. The Lithuan­ ian driver realised his mistake and drove slow­ ly until he was able to change lanes, but was stopped and fined by police.

Class action

Climate change

MORE than 1,500 Finns registered for or sought assistance in connection with class actions to be brought against two payday loan providers, Eu­ ro24 Finance and J W Yhtiö before the closing date was reached.

AN opinion poll has revealed that for the first time, climate change heads the list of the most important issues in Norway with 49 per cent of respondents placing it above health in second place and immigration third.

52 EWN

5 - 11 December 2019

Costa Women

www.euroweeklynews.com

Costa Women

connecting women all over Spain

Free Community for Women living in, or planning on moving to Spain

We hope you enjoy usi ng ou r services • Health and Well-being

Welcome to the wonderful world of

Costa Women!

Created in 2010, Costa Women is a community for women living in Spain, or women heading this way.

My wish was to provide a connection point for women whatever stage they are at in their lives in Spain and from whatever country they had arrived.

Costa Women offer both social interaction and business networking opportunities for 65 different nationalities.

Currently we have around 20 events a month on the Costa del Sol with four of these being business focused. The website is completely free to join at costa women.com Come over and join the other 8,000+ members who have found the community to connect, inspire, enable and support your life in Spain.

ALI MEEHAN

Bodyworks Health Clinic, led by Consultant Physiotherapist Estelle Mitchell offers an innovative service to treat knee pain without drugs or surgery.

Tel: 952 883 151 Do you have a problem hearing? Centro Auditivo Futura Hearing are specialists in audiology. They offer a personalised service, quality products and free advice.

Benalmadena and Fuengirola. futurahearingsl@gmail.com Facebook: Centro Auditivo Futura Hearing Join us at Balance - the Healthy Eating Slimming group! With our weekly weigh-ins and group therapy you can change your life in 2020!

Find out more on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Balanceslimming/ Are you feeling like you’re not where you should be? My 9-Month Mentorship Programme will help you reach that next-level success, without overwhelm and confusion. Find out more at https://www.dreamitthinkitliveit.com Glow&bubbly a fabulous salon for professionalism, friendliness & quality consistently receiving 5 star reviews, a reputation for one of the best hair & beauty salons on the coast. http://www.glowandbubbly.com

•Home & Garden Groom Palace offer the ultimate VIP experience for your fur baby! Dog and Cat groomers in Fuengirola.

Teeth descale. Will collect. Tel: 692 168 624 Having a special occasion? Shona and Shelly at Bunches offer flowers for all occasions Anniversaries, Birthdays, Funeral and events.

Specialising in weddings https://www.bunchesspain.com/ Jazzing up your tired kitchen or bedroom cupboards with hand painting and professional spraying from Samantha Bayley at The Painted Kitchen. Samantha offers the bespoke approach with decorative and fine finishes. www.thepaintedkitchen.es

connect • Attend local local social & Business events • Make new friends • Share common interests • Join groups

inspire • Spark ideas • Share information • Grow your business & yourself!

support • Connect with a local buddy ask advice • Find jobs, homes & more

• Lifestyle Taking you places to discover the true beauty and diverse culture and traditions of Inland Andalucia. http://daysoutandalucia.com Tea Crush in Los Boliches is your local tea emporium! Discover a wide range of quality loose teas, tisanes, herbs, spices, Arabica coffee beans and tea and coffee accessories. Pop in for a cuppa at Avd. Los Boliches 43 or www.teacrush.eu Established by English qualified lawyers and Spanish Abogados, GetSpanishResidency.com has been designed to help people to obtain Spanish residency, whether they are European citizens or not - all delivered by English speakers.

enable • Actionable steps and real life tips for your move to & around Spain

COSTAWOMEN.COM conecting women all over Spain

Costa Women

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

FREE social & business networking for Women December 2019 Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

• 09:30 MALAGA Business Networking Mandarina Garden

• 13:00 TORREMOLINOS Cafeteria Gourmet Carihuela • 11:00VALENCIA Flying Bean Coffee • 13:00 BENALMADENA Buffet Asiel

10

9 • 09:30 Business Networking - ONLINE

• 20:30 MALAGA - Casa Lola + Christmas lights

16

Friday

5 • 11:00 BENALMADENA Square One

Saturday 6

Sunday

12 • 13:30 BARCELONA Networking Pica Pica

• Día de la Inmaculada Concepción

13

14

15

21

22

• 11:00 FUENGIROLA Ice Cream Café • 11:00 Axarquia Christmas Party

19

18

20

• 11:00 BENALMADENA Square One

• 13:00 TORREMOLINOS Cafeteria Gourmet Carihuela

8

7

• Spanish Constitution Day

• 113:00 MARBELLA Lunch at Hapimag Marbella

11 • 13:00 TORREMOLINOS Cafeteria Gourmet Carihuela • 15:30 ONLINEWorkshop – Address fears & be WOW

17 • 19:30 WEST OF MARBELLA - Palm Beach, Charity Dinner

Thursday

4

3

2

• 11:00 MIJAS Conrisa Cafe

Like our events? Come and join us - it’s free at www.costawomen.com

• 20:30 MADRID- Real Jardín Botánico

23

25

24

26

27

28

Christmas Day

30

31

30

From Costa Women team

24

EWN 53

FINANCE

Green funding

THE European Investment Bank (EIB) has offered what is known as a green loan of €50 million to a consortium made up of Spanish electric utility company Iberdrola and Caja Rural de Navarra.

The money is intended to fi­ nance the building of four new windfarms in Navarra which will be built between Cadreita and Valtierra.

The work should see the employment of around 200 people and be completed in the first quarter of 2020 as part of an ongoing EU plan to increase renewable energy.

54

www.euroweeklynews.com • 5 - 11 December 2019

is the amount earned by Spain’s STAT OF companies in the second half €6.215 billion telecommunications of the year but shows a drop of 2.2 per cent.

WEEK

Bags for life not working

IN an effort to reduce plastic waste, the concept of bags for life was in­ troduced and charges were made for normal plastic bags at supermarkets.

The idea was that people would be persuaded to purchase the bags for life and keep using them, but this hasn’t actually been the case in the UK. Latest research by Greenpeace and charity the Environmental Inves­ tigation Agency suggest that UK con­ sumers are buying more of these bags and treating them as if they were disposable and as they are

By John Smith made from stronger plastic the ef­ fect on the environment is getting worse.

To become effective and hurt the environment less, a bag for life needs to be used four times but with 1.5 billion sold last year, that’s clear­ ly not happening.

One alternative that many suggest is to bring back paper carrier bags but the reality is that they can be more harmful to the environment as large tracts of forest need to be cut

down, the process of manufacture produces a higher concentration of toxic chemicals and they take up more space for transport In actual fact, you need to use a paper bag three times to reduce the effect on the environment and this is far less likely as bags split or become wet.

Another factor is cost, as the su­ permarkets are encouraged to charge more for their bags, it is as­ sumed that profits will go to charity but this is not mandatory and they decide what the ‘profit’ amount is.

LEGALLY SPEAKING Can they buy derelict house?

We have had our property in Torrevieja for 30 years. The house next door has been emp­ ty for 20 years since the owner passed away and is now derelict. We have had squatters and oth­ er problems. When the last squatters left we paid to have it bricked up and put a new door on the roof.

The house was left to five grandchildren who are not interested and have never visited. We have tried for 20 years to buy the house, but we get no proper re­ sponse. There is about €10,000 debt on the property.

Have you any advice?

J E (Costa Blanca)

There are p r o c e ­ d u r e s i n S p a n i s h YOU AND THE l a w f o r a t h i r d LAW IN SPAIN party to obtain ti­ tle to an abandoned property, but these depend on the registered owners being deceased. If you have five living owners, you certainly face compli­ cations. The only suggestion I can offer is to in­ struct a lawyer to act for you and to make a seri­ ous offer to the five heirs.

DAVID SEARL

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

Netflix nasty AN apparently new scam has ap­ peared in the UK which could spread here into Spain concerning Netflix and hijacking of customer informa­ tion.

A number of former subscribers to that platform have complained that once they have cancelled their subscriptions hackers have stolen their information to renew their ac­ counts (often upgrading them) using their details but with brand new lo­ gins.

The scammers then sell the login details to others users at discounted prices and the old customers sud­ denly find themselves being charged on a monthly basis.

BUSINESS EXTRA

All that glitters ONE of the most luxurious superyachts to have been built in the past five years, the Khalilah which is made with gold coloured fibre has just been sold for a reported €28.5 million to an unnamed buyer.

Market review SPANISH telecoms giant Telefonica has made a radical change to its company strategy and will be reducing its exposure in an unstable Latin America in order to concentrate on its major profit centres in Spain, Brazil, Germany and the United Kingdom.

Xmas jobs IT is estimated that major retailers in Spain such as El Corte Inglés and Media Markt will create 25,000 new temporary jobs from the start of the gift buying season on Black Friday until Three Kings Day.

Electric shock UNLIKE its US parent, Tesla Spain is do­ ing well financially as turnover for 2018 was €32 million and profits doubled when compared to 2017.

It has high hopes for this year and 2020 as the new model Tesla 3 which was only released in February has be­

come the best­selling electric car in Spain.

Although there is still not a huge mar­ ket for electric here, it managed to sell 589 cars which was the equivalent of 89 per cent of the company’s total sales for the previous two years.

56 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

LONDON - FTSE 100

FINANCE, BUSINESS & LEGAL MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR MONEY WITH US See our advert on previous page

C LOSING P RICES D ECEMBER 2

COMPANY PRICE(P) 3I Group 1.070,50 Admiral Group 2.140,00 Anglo American 2.054,50 Antofagasta 877,60 Ashtead Group 2.363,00 Associated British Foods 2.567,00 AstraZeneca 7.485,00 Auto Trader Group Plc 572,20 Aviva 404,65 BAE Systems 573,60 Barclays 171,80 Barratt Developments 666,40 Berkeley 4.599,00 BHP Group 1.740,60 BP 485,90 British American Tobacco 3.123,16 British Land Company 577,20 BT Group 191,73 Bunzl 2.129,00 Burberry Group 2.106,00 Carnival 3.270,39 Centrica 80,40 Coca Cola HBC AG 2.581,0 Compass 1.901,89 CRH 2.971,00 Croda Intl 5.005,00 DCC 6.644,0 Diageo 3.177,00 Direct Line Insurance 307,20 DS Smith 386,30 EasyJet 1.352,01 Experian 2.560,00 Ferguson 6.714,00 Flutter Entertainment 8.846,00 Fresnillo 560,40 GlaxoSmithKline 1.755,2 Glencore 248,40 Halma 2.116,82 Hargreaves Lansdown 1.872,50 Hikma Pharma 1.927,00 Hiscox 1.327,00 HSBC 577,91 IAG 553,47 Imperial Brands 1.736,58 Informa 800,00 InterContinental 5.026,00 Intertek 5.536,00 ITV 146,85 J Sainsbury 214,50

CHANGE(P) -0,50 0,00 +28,00 +9,60 +13,00 -2,00 +27,00 +10,00 +0,45 +0,20 +0,11 -0,40 +13,00 +30,60 +5,70 +65,48 -1,60 +0,18 +6,00 +2,00 +13,90 +0,18 +2,0 -2,56 +21,00 +25,00 +6,0 +12,00 +1,80 +4,40 +8,51 -3,00 -8,00 +46,00 -17,20 +1,2 +4,50 +9,70 +17,50 +12,00 -36,00 +1,41 -2,73 +36,58 +8,60 +19,00 +6,00 +1,02 +0,20

% CHG. -0,05% 0,00% +1,38% +1,11% +0,55% -0,08% +0,36% +1,78% +0,11% +0,04% +0,06% -0,06% +0,28% +1,79% +1,19% +2,14% -0,28% +0,09% +0,28% +0,10% +0,43% +0,22% +0,08% -0,13% +0,71% +0,50% +0,09% +0,38% +0,59% +1,15% +0,63% -0,12% -0,12% +0,52% -2,98% +0,07% +1,84% +0,46% +0,94% +0,63% -2,64% +0,24% -0,49% +2,15% +1,09% +0,38% +0,11% +0,70% +0,09%

NET VOL 29,37K 4,80K 13,16K 174,03K 73,45K 24,13K 5,60K 90,64K 302,52K 121,93K 673,79K 169,15K 13,82K 348,79K 1,67M 49,29K 13,24K 576,26K 33,45K 36,11K 0,77K 1,65M 141,42K 42,99K 39,81K 10,16K 35,14K 164,30K 62,45K 20,72K 34,34K 59,95K 33,85K 59,81K 450,31K 201,16K 3,75M 4,95K 21,66K 27,14K 281,26K 63,73K 80,55K 77,47K 221,58K 9,10K 0,35K 67,40K 224,59K

COMPANY Johnson Matthey Just Eat Kingfisher Land Securities Legal & General Lloyds Banking London Stock Exchange Marks & Spencer Micro Focus Mondi Morrison Supermarkets National Grid Next NMC Health Ocado Pearson Persimmon Phoenix Prudential RBS PLC Reckitt Benckiser Relx Rentokil Rightmove Rio Tinto PLC Rolls-Royce Holdings Royal Dutch Shell A Royal Dutch Shell B RSA Insurance Sage Schroders Scottish Mortgage Segro Severn Trent Smith & Nephew Smiths Group Smurfit Kappa Spirax-Sarco Engineering SSE St. James’s Place Standard Chartered Standard Life Aberdeen Taylor Wimpey Tesco Tui Unilever United Utilities Vodafone Group PLC Whitbread WPP

PRICE(P) 2.904,79 766,20 211,10 951,20 282,10 61,18 6.876,00 195,00 1.129,00 1.690,00 199,25 885,90 6.752,00 2.518,60 1.258,00 651,80 2.571,00 748,60 1.379,00 226,20 6.132,00 1.871,50 447,20 625,40 4.302,50 719,00 2.235,25 2.216,50 553,60 753,60 3.294,00 532,50 883,73 2.236,00 1.740,00 1.673,00 2.758,00 8.970,00 1.297,00 1.079,50 700,00 316,60 175,00 229,36 1.053,50 4.599,52 857,20 153,04 4.577,00 1.006,66

CHANGE(P) +19,79 +1,60 +1,20 -7,20 -0,45 +0,03 +4,00 -4,80 -1,69 +14,50 +0,66 -3,80 -6,00 +9,60 -88,49 +5,20 +13,00 +3,10 +2,50 0,00 +66,00 -1,50 +0,30 +1,80 +101,00 +7,40 +24,25 +27,00 +2,20 -0,20 -5,00 +3,50 -10,27 -7,00 +9,00 +12,00 +28,00 +45,00 -3,00 -9,00 -0,69 -0,30 +0,75 -0,84 -10,00 +21,52 +3,80 -0,16 -24,00 -2,88

% CHG.

NET VOL

+0,69% +0,21% +0,57% -0,75% -0,16% +0,05% +0,06% -2,40% -0,15% +0,86% +0,33% -0,43% -0,09% +0,38% -6,57% +0,80% +0,51% +0,42% +0,18% 0,00% +1,09% -0,08% +0,07% +0,29% +2,40% +1,04% +1,10% +1,23% +0,40% -0,03% -0,15% +0,66% -1,15% -0,31% +0,52% +0,72% +1,03% +0,50% -0,23% -0,83% -0,10% -0,10% +0,43% -0,36% -0,94% +0,47% +0,45% -0,11% -0,52% -0,28%

1,94K 84,51K 193,04K 152,30K 70,02K 7,55M 16,73K 98,33K 1,52K 161,38K 43,69K 324,87K 20,11K 160,81K 48,11K 45,24K 81,91K 57,64K 300,62K 629,47K 81,64K 192,61K 11,77K 37,74K 13,08K 271,01K 10,08K 238,88K 94,32K 126,34K 6,91K 287,42K 5,10K 28,01K 88,21K 19,73K 12,37K 4,87K 96,11K 240,44K 6,06K 126,33K 525,88K 242,99K 60,08K 5,59K 75,09K 383,12K 18,14K 12,74K

0.85278

1.17259 Units per €

US dollar ................................................1.10173 Japan yen...............................................120.832 Switzerland franc ...................................1.10189 Denmark kroner .....................................7.47133 Norway kroner........................................10.1247

currenciesdirect.com/marbella • Tel: +34 952 906 581 THE ABOVE TABLE USES THE CURRENT INTERBANK EXCHANGE RATES, WHICH AREN’T REPRESENTATIVE OF THE RATE WE OFFER

DOW JONES C LOSING P RICES DE CEMBER 2

COMPANY 3M Alphabet C Amazon.com Apple Boeing Caterpillar Chevron Cisco Coca-Cola Exxon Mobil Facebook Goldman Sachs Home Depot IBM Intel J&J JPMorgan McDonald’s Merck&Co Microsoft Nike Pfizer Procter&Gamble Tesla United Technologies UnitedHealth Verizon Visa A Walmart Walt Disney

PRICE 169,77 1.304,96 1.800,80 267,25 366,18 144,73 117,13 45,31 53,40 68,13 201,64 221,35 220,51 134,45 58,05 137,49 131,76 194,48 87,18 151,38 93,49 38,52 122,06 329,94 148,34 279,87 60,24 184,51 119,09 151,58

CHANGE% CHANGE VOLUME(M) -0,84 -0,49% 942,52K -8,03 -0,61% 586,98K -17,71 -0,97% 1,92M -0,59 -0,22% 11,65M -1,82 -0,49% 1,39M -0,96 -0,66% 1,65M -0,94 -0,80% 3,27M +0,07 +0,15% 9,81M -0,15 -0,28% 7,22M -0,57 -0,83% 7,98M -0,36 -0,18% 7,99M -0,35 -0,16% 770,44K -2,49 -1,12% 2,95M +0,68 +0,51% 1,83M -0,46 -0,79% 9,48M -0,26 -0,19% 3,28M -0,30 -0,23% 5,71M -0,57 -0,29% 2,82M -0,43 -0,49% 4,66M -0,94 -0,62% 11,98M -0,41 -0,43% 2,54M -0,11 -0,28% 9,29M +0,30 +0,25% 2,93M -1,35 -0,41% 2,47M -0,48 -0,32% 991,51K -0,80 -0,29% 1,52M +0,14 +0,23% 6,79M +0,14 +0,08% 3,14M +0,33 +0,28% 3,16M +0,10 +0,07% 6,28M M - MILLION DOLLARS

NASDAQ C LOSING P RICES D ECEMBER 2

COMPANY

PRICE

CHANGE NET / %

Most Advanced Tech Data Corp.

NextCure Inc. Blueprint Medicines Corp.

Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals Corp.

Sage Therapeutics Inc. Constellation Pharmaceuticals Inc. Galapagos N.V. ADR CRISPR Therapeutics AG Cancer Genetics Inc. Stealth BioTherapeutics Corp. ADR Peloton Interactive Inc.

144.89 47.81 82.04 73.01 154.77 46.56 195.81 71.65 8.81 11.61 35.23

+12.32% +16.78% +6.37% +5.78% +2.56% +8.99% +1.93% +5.20% +58.17% +36.55% +9.55%

1,801 1,157 580.58 1,304 1,305 430.46 128.14 150.86 270.16 360.53 612.86

-0.97% -1.00% -1.50% -0.61% -0.61% -1.26% -3.89% -3.10% -1.75% -1.21% -0.70%

Most Declined Amazon.com Inc. Broadcom Inc. 8% Pfd. Series A MercadoLibre Inc. Alphabet Inc. Cl A Alphabet Inc. Cl C Credit Acceptance Corp.

Cimpress N.V. Coherent Inc. Coca-Cola Consolidated Inc. LendingTree Inc. CoStar Group Inc.

FINANCE, BUSINESS & LEGAL ASK THE EXPERT Peter Loveday

Contact me at euroweekly@currenciesdirect.com

Euro EUR/GBP: Down from £0.86 to £0.85 EUR/USD: Down from $1.11 to $1.10 The euro closed October on a high as Brexit optimism and widespread USD weakness helped to buoy the single currency.

However the euro has struggled to hold its ground so far in Novem­ ber as the increasingly fragile out­ look for the Eurozone takes its toll on the single currency.

The bloc’s industrial sector contin­ ues to be a sore spot for EUR in­ vestors, with a slowdown in manu­ facturing starting to spread to other sectors.

It’s not all been doom and gloom however, with the news that Ger­ many unexpected avoided a reces­ sion in Q3 offering some consolida­ tion for the single currency.

Looking ahead, the euro will re­ main vulnerable to further losses

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

EWN 57

Currency outlook: Brexit headlines and election speculation keeps GBP investors on their toes

TAKING ITS TOLL: The euro has struggled to hold its ground. this month if Eurozone data contin­ ues to underwhelm.

Pound GBP/EUR: Up from €1.15 to €1.17 GBP/USD: Up from $1.28 to $1.29 The pound fluctuated over the past month, amidst a flurry of Brexit and political developments.

In terms of Brexit there has been

plenty to keep GBP investors busy after Boris Johnson surprised every­ one by securing a new withdrawal deal, but subsequently failed to get this deal through parliament, result­ ing in the Brexit deadline being ex­ tended until January 31.

Domestic politics proved to be equally tumultuous, with Sterling

being infused with further volatility as a snap election was called.

So far in November we have also seen the pound face some head­ winds after two members of the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee shocked markets by vot­ ing for an immediate rate cut.

Looking ahead, the pound will grow increasingly sensitive to UK po­ litical headlines in the build up to the election on December 12.

GBP investors generally favour a Conservative victory on hopes that a majority will help Johnson break the Brexit deadlock in parliament, so ex­ pect to see Sterling remain support­ ed so long as the Tories continue to poll well.

US Dollar USD/GBP: Down from £0.78 to £0.77 USD/EUR: Steady at €0.90 The US dollar traded in a wide range over the past four weeks A persistent selling bias hung over

the ‘greenback’ through the last half of October as a risk­on mood and Federal Reserve rate speculation both limited the appeal of USD. However the US dollar’s fortunes improved in November, rallying hard through the first half of the month.

This has been partly due to risk sentiment souring again amidst re­ newed US­China trade uncertainty.

Some surprisingly resilient domes­ tic data and indications that interest rates are likely to remain on hold for some time also lent the US dollar support.

Looking forward, the US dollar is likely to maintain its upwards mo­ mentum as global risks continue to build.

On the other hand domestic poli­ tics could weigh on USD in the com­ ing weeks depending on how Don­ ald Trump’s impeachment inquiry plays out.

Visit us at our Spanish offices in Costa del Sol, Costa Almeria, North Costa Blanca and South Costa Blanca.

Telephone UK +44 (0) 207 847 9400 SPAIN +34 950 478 914 Email euroweekly@currenciesdirect.com • www.currenciesdirect.com.

58 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

LEAPY LEE SAYS IT OTHERS THINK IT JUST scribing this in the aftermath of the latest London terror atrocity. At least this particular toe rag complied with the specific criteria required to be classed as a terrorist. These days the authorities are actually petrified to label acts of vio­ lence ‘terrorist attacks,’ in case of ‘back­ lash’ or causing ‘offence.’

Well they couldn’t wriggle out of this one. This individual had already been jailed for terrorist offences, wore a sui­ cide vest and screamed Allah Akbar as he slashed people to death. Yep, bit diffi­ cult to call that ‘a random non terrorist linked incident.’

Oddly I was going to write that it probably wouldn’t be long before the snowflakes began to crawl out bleating that he shouldn’t have been shot. Lo and behold the first to pop up was Cor­ byn. This man, who has no shame at all in his quest to appease just about any­ one whose votes may help his party, im­ mediately released a statement con­ demning the ‘shoot to kill’ policy.

Oh really? Perhaps they should have ‘shot to injure,’ thereby giving this ani­ mal time to set off his suicide vest (the

FEATURE

Shoot to kill?

LONDON TERRORIST ATTACK: Latest atrocity in the capital. fact that it was fake is irrelevant) to in­ jure and murder a few dozen more in­ nocent victims. Give us a break. Shoot­ ing to kill is actually too good for these sub humans.

What I found even more disturbing was the fact that the other members of the Al Qaeda cell incarcerated with this

individual have also been released! Have we totally lost our senses? Are the au­ thorities truly naïve enough to think these people have actually been deradi­ calised by what to them must appear to be a mere slap on the wrist? These are religious fanatics who are convinced they will reach Shangri­La by killing as

many ‘infidels’ as they can. These mon­ sters are not going to have their minds changed by a few years in a cushy lock up, being ‘interviewed’ by psychiatrists and do gooders while they dine on halal repasts. Their fellow Jihadists torture, behead and burn their prisoners alive.

They don’t understand decency or

‘fair play,’ they interpret this as weak­ ness. Watch my lips. They hate us. They want to wipe us all out. They are our en­ emy in a war that, if we don’t come to our senses, they have a very good chance of winning. All of them should be either deported along with their whole families, or locked up and have the key thrown away. As for our pathetic, utterly out of touch parole boards, although they claim to have had nothing to do with this fanatic’s release, they still have plenty to answer for. Most are made up of tin pot magistrates or tweedy local council members.

These prisoners eat them alive. They have hours and hours banged up in cells, rehearsing the lines they’re going to give these naïve egotists when their hearings come up. Relying on these overpaid in­ competents to decide whether to allow fanatical homicidal maniacs back onto the streets is bordering on pure insanity.

For heaven’s sake get a grip before we all go under.

Keep our faith, Love Leapy leapylee2002@gmail.com

Leapy Lee’s opinions are his own and are not necessarily representative of those of the publishers, advertisers or sponsors.

FEATURE

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

My list of super-moans gets longer 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

GOOD MORNING, class. No talking at the back, please. I’d like to begin with another few moans.

I did a straw poll among my friends (only the finest of scientific and journal­ istic methods for this column, folks) about their biggest gripes. Top of the list came those rich individuals who like to lecture those less well off on every subject under the sun, but have skins like rhinos when it comes to their own actions.

One of their favourite subjects is cli­ mate change. Take Bono, Sting etc (and yes, you too, Greta von Waffles!) who zoom around the world with masses of aides but never tire of telling the rest of us to drive electric cars while wearing vegan shoes. They’re also associated with some of the biggest tax avoidance schemes, and include rabid socialists who send their kids to posh and pricey fee­paying schools. The list is endless.

Next up, all those over­priced, pre­

SOME GRIPES: Climate change and over-priced restaurants. tentious London restaurants: dimly­lit rooms in sombre shades of Farrow and Ball grey, which make you feel like you’re in an exclusive Swiss clinic, where nurses do all kinds of things to you in all kinds of places with well­lu­ bricated catheters. Plus menus of ‘healthy’ mung beans and hemp seeds.

Make mine a watermelon seed latte.

Not. Then there’s our ludicrous university system. Pointless degree courses spawn useless research and irrelevant

professorial posts. Vice­chancellors keen to maintain the revenue that funds their inflated salaries permit en­ try requirements to shrink while pious­ ly claiming they’re allowing the under­ privileged to enjoy the benefits of higher education.

Finally, there’s the very real danger of getting mugged in London (or any big city). Here’s a hint. I often have a 20 tucked in my, err, underwear, especial­ ly if anywhere dicey. This I learnt from my mother. Many people, especially men, keep a few banknotes inside their socks. It’s enough to get you home in an emergency. And I hate walking with friends who flaunt flashy designer bags or watches worth thousands of pounds. Status symbols often attract the wrong kind of attention at night.

Always happy to help!

Nora Johnson’s psychological crime thrillers ‘Betrayal,’ ‘The Girl in the Woods,’ ‘The Girl in the Red Dress,’ ‘No Way Back,’ ‘Landscape of Lies,’ ‘Retri­ bution,’ ‘Soul Stealer,’ ‘The De Cleram­ bault Code’ (www.nora­johnson.net) available online as ebook (€0.99;£0.99), ibook, paperback and audiobook. All profits to Costa del Sol Cudeca cancer charity.

EWN 59

60 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Murder, Mystery and My Family 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Fake Britain 12:45pm A1: Britain's Longest Road 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News at One 2:30pm BBC London News 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm The Mallorca Files 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Garden Rescue 5:30pm The Repair Shop 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six 7:30pm BBC London News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm EastEnders 9:00pm Inside the Supermarket 10:00pm Who Do You Think You Are? 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:30pm Regional News and Weather 11:40pm Weather 11:45pm Question Time 12:45am Brexitcast

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

12:15am 1:05am

Murder, Mystery and My Family The Repair Shop Your Home Made Perfect BBC News at 9 Victoria Derbyshire BBC Newsroom Live Politics Live Live Snooker: UK Championship Flog It! Richard Osman's House of Games Strictly: It Takes Two Live Snooker: UK Championship MasterChef: The Professionals Giri/Haji QI Newsnight Weather The latest weather information.

Snooker: UK Championship Snooker: UK Championship Extra

8:00pm

8:30pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 12:00am

1:00am 2:30am 3:00am 3:30am

Beyond 100 Days BBC News teams in Washington DC and London report on the events that are shaping the world.

Yorkshire Walks Wonders of the Solar System Wild Weather with Richard Hammond Horizon Wild West: America's Great Frontier Letters From Baghdad Handmade in the Pacific Handmade in the Pacific Wonders of the Solar System

7:30am 7:55am 8:45am 9:10am 9:40am 11:10am 12:05pm 1:00pm 1:05pm 2:05pm 3:10pm 4:00pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:55pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 12:00am

7:00am 9:30am 10:25am 11:30am 1:30pm 2:30pm 2:55pm 3:00pm 4:00pm 4:59pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 9:30pm 10:00pm 11:30pm 12:00am 12:15am 1:15am

Good Morning Britain Lorraine Judge Rinder This Morning Loose Women ITV Lunchtime News ITV News London Dickinson's Real Deal The Switch ITV London Weather Tipping Point Cash Trapped ITV News London ITV Evening News Emmerdale Tonight Emmerdale Gino's Italian Escape: Hidden Italy I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!

ITV News at Ten and Weather ITV News London Piers Morgan's Life Stories Ideal World

7:00am 7:20am

7:45am

8:10am 9:00am 9:30am 10:25am 11:20am 12:50pm 1:15pm 1:45pm 2:50pm 3:45pm 4:50pm 5:55pm 7:00pm 8:30pm 10:00pm 11:30pm 12:35am

The Planet's Funniest Animals Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records Dinner Date Emmerdale Coronation Street The Ellen DeGeneres Show I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!

You've Been Framed!

Emmerdale Coronation Street The Ellen DeGeneres Show Supermarket Sweep Dinner Date Dress to Impress I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!

You've Been Framed!

Family Guy I'm a Celebrity: Extra Camp American Dad!

7:00am Classic Coronation Street 8:25am Classic Emmerdale 8:50am Heartbeat 9:55am On the Buses 10:30am On the Buses 11:00am Man About the House 11:30am Agatha Christie's Marple 1:40pm Heartbeat 2:45pm Classic Emmerdale 3:15pm Classic Emmerdale 3:50pm Classic Coronation Street 4:55pm Agatha Christie's Marple 6:55pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Agatha Christie's Poirot 9:00pm Doc Martin 10:00pm Endeavour 12:00am Safe House 1:05am Inspector Morse

King of Queens King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA Undercover Boss USA Channel 4 News Couples Come Dine with Me Escape to the Chateau: DIY Countdown Find it, Fix it, Flog it A Place in the Sun Kirstie's Handmade Christmas The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Party Election Broadcast Buy It Now for Christmas What Makes a Murderer?

999: What's Your Emergency?

Rick and Morty

7:00am The Protectors 7:25am The Saint 8:15am Kojak 9:10am Quincy, M.E. 10:15am Minder 11:20am The Sweeney 12:30pm The Professionals 1:30pm The Saint 2:35pm Kojak 3:40pm Quincy, M.E. 4:45pm Minder 5:50pm The Professionals 6:55pm The Sweeney 8:00pm The Chase 9:00pm Yorkshire Airport 9:30pm Yorkshire Airport 10:00pm Junk and Disorderly 11:00pmLethal Weapon 12:05am FYI Daily A round-up of the latest entertainment news.

12:10amLethal Weapon 1:15am Wanted 2:20am FYI Daily

7:45am 7:55am 8:10am 8:25am 8:40am 9:00am 9:10am 9:25am 9:45am 10:00am

Fireman Sam Thomas & Friends Shane the Chef Peppa Pig Top Wing Paw Patrol Floogals Becca's Bunch Little Princess Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 10:15am Jeremy Vine 12:15pm How Sarah Got Her Wings 1:50pm Neighbours 2:20pm Christmas Next Door 4:00pm Christmas at Pemberley Manor 5:45pm 5 News at 5 6:00pm Friends 7:00pm Neighbours 7:30pm 5 News Tonight 7:55pm Party Election Broadcast 8:00pm The Dog Rescuers with Alan Davies 9:00pm Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly 10:15pm What's Your Pension Really Worth?

11:15pm Restaurant Rescue 12:15am Missing or Murdered?

7:00am Hollyoaks 8:00am How I Met Your Mother 9:00am Mike & Molly 10:00am Young Sheldon 11:00am The Big Bang Theory 12:00pm The Goldbergs 1:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 2:00pm The Big Bang Theory 3:00pm Mike & Molly 4:00pm Young Sheldon 5:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 6:00pm The Goldbergs 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Hollyoaks 8:30pm Come Dine with Me 9:00pm Young Sheldon 9:30pm The Big Bang Theory 10:00pm The Big Fat Quiz of Everything 12:05am The Big Bang Theory 12:35am The Big Bang Theory 1:00am First Dates 2:05am Gogglebox

7:15am Kingdom of Heaven 9:45am Captain America: The First Avenger 11:55am Captain Marvel 2:05pm Top Gun 4:05pm The Guns of Navarone 6:50pm Captain America: The First Avenger 9:00pm Captain Marvel 11:15pm Top Gun 1:15am Riot Girls

7:00am Harvie and the Magic Museum 8:40am An Eye for an Eye 10:25am The Top Ten Show 10:40amNobody Leaves 12:20pmThe Christmas Swap 1:50pm Dumbo 3:50pm Harvie and the Magic Museum 5:20pm Above the Shadows 7:15pm An Eye for an Eye 9:00pm Dumbo A young elephant, whose oversized ears enable him to fly, helps save a troubled circus.

11:00pmNobody Leaves 12:30amDirty Cops 2:45am Above the Shadows

7:00am Grease 2 9:00am Revenge of the Nerds 10:40am Shanghai Noon 2:35pm Paul Blart: Mall Cop 4:15pm Tropic Thunder 6:10pm Meet the Parents 8:00pm Meet the Fockers 10:00pm Holmes & Watson 11:35pm Little Monsters 1:20am Lez Bomb 3:00am Shanghai Noon

THURSDAY TV

7:00am 7:30am 9:30am 2:30pm 3:30pm 4:00pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm

12:00am

12:30am 1:00am 1:30am

7:00am 7:15am 7:30am 7:45am 8:00am 9:00am 10:00am 11:00am 12:00pm 12:30pm 1:00pm 1:30pm

1:45pm 2:00pm 2:30pm

Good Morning Sports Fans Bitesize Live Golf Live European Tour Golf Live Ladies European Tour Golf Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News at 5 Live PGA Tour Golf The Gloves are Off The Debate Discussion on the latest football news.

The Gloves are Off Andy Ruiz Jr and Anthony Joshua come face-to-face ahead of their rematch.

Joshua v Ruiz - A Heavyweight Upset Aj's Greatest Hits Live NFL Chicago Bears v Dallas Cowboys (Kick-off 1.20am).

Coverage of the NFC match from Soldier Field.

EFL Greatest Games EFL Greatest Games EFL Greatest Games EFL Greatest Games Football's Greatest Players Football Countdowns Football Years EFL Highlights The Fantasy Football Club Football's Greatest Players EFL Greatest Games SPFL Greatest Games Hibernian v Hearts from the 2000/01 season.

SPFL Greatest Games Football Countdowns Football Countdowns A look at some of the most inspirational captains in football history.

The schedules for the television programme pages are provided by an external company: we regret that any changes or errors are not the responsibility of Euro Weekly News.

62 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News at One; Weather 2:30pm BBC London News; Weather 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm The Mallorca Files 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Garden Rescue 5:30pm The Repair Shop 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six; Weather 7:30pm BBC London News; Weather 7:55pm Party Election Broadcast 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm A Question of Sport 9:00pm EastEnders 9:30pm Election 2019 10:30pm Have I Got News for You 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:30pm Regional News and Weather 11:35pm Weather 11:40pm The Graham Norton Show 12:30am Fleabag

7:30am Murder, Mystery and My Family 8:15am The Repair Shop 9:00am Love in the Countryside 10:00am BBC News at 9 11:00am Victoria Derbyshire 12:00pm BBC Newsroom Live 1:00pm Politics Live 2:00pm Live Snooker: UK Championship 6:15pm Flog It! 7:00pm Strictly: It Takes Two 8:00pm Live Snooker: UK Championship 9:00pm Mountain Vets 10:00pm The Name of the Rose 10:50pm Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby 11:00pm Mock the Week 11:30pm Newsnight 12:10am Weather 12:15am Snooker: UK Championship 1:05am St. Stephen's Night Calvary 2:40am Panorama 3:10am Seven Worlds, One Planet

7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am Judge Rinder 11:30am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 2:55pm ITV News London 3:00pm Dickinson's Real Deal 4:00pm The Switch 4:59pm ITV London Weather 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm Cash Trapped 7:00pm ITV News London 7:25pm Party Election Broadcast 7:30pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:00pm Tonight 9:30pm Coronation Street 10:00pm I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!

11:30pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 12:00am ITV News London

10:00am You've Been Framed!

10:25am The Ellen DeGeneres Show 11:20am I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!

12:50pm You've Been Framed!

1:15pm Emmerdale 1:45pm Emmerdale 2:15pm You've Been Framed!

2:50pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show 3:45pm Supermarket Sweep 4:50pm Dinner Date 5:55pm Dress to Impress 7:00pm I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!

8:30pm You've Been Framed!

9:00pm You've Been Framed!

9:30pm You've Been Framed!

10:00pm Family Guy 10:30pm Family Guy 11:00pm Family Guy 11:30pm I'm a Celebrity: Extra Camp

8:30pm Top of the Pops: 1988 Bruno Brookes and Mike Read present the edition first aired on December 1, featuring performances by Rick Astley, Michael Jackson, Pet Shop Boys, George Michael, Angry Anderson, Cliff Richard, Phil Collins, Bros, Robin Beck and Humanoid.

9:00pm Sound of Song 10:00pm Top of the Pops: 1988 10:30pm Country Music by Ken Burns 11:20pm Country Music by Ken Burns 12:15am Country Kings at the BBC 1:15am Sings Stevie Wonder 2:15am Top of the Pops: 1988 2:45am Sound of Song

7:00am Classic Coronation Street 7:25am Classic Coronation Street 7:55am Classic Emmerdale 8:25am Classic Emmerdale 8:55am Heartbeat 9:55am On the Buses 10:30am On the Buses 11:00am Man About the House 11:30am Agatha Christie's Marple 1:40pm Heartbeat 2:45pm Classic Emmerdale 3:15pm Classic Emmerdale 3:50pm Classic Coronation Street 4:20pm Classic Coronation Street 4:55pm Agatha Christie's Marple 6:55pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Doc Martin 9:00pm Doc Martin 10:00pm Endeavour

11:10am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 12:05pm Undercover Boss USA 1:00pm Channel 4 News 1:05pm Couples Come Dine with Me 2:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm Find it, Fix it, Flog it 5:00pm A Place in the Sun 6:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 8:30pm Unreported World 8:55pm Party Election Broadcast 9:00pm Flirty Dancing 10:00pm Gogglebox 11:00pm The Last Leg 12:35am Mr. & Mrs. Smith 2:40am Come Dine with Me 3:10am Come Dine with Me 3:35am Come Dine with Me 4:00am Come Dine with Me 4:25am Come Dine with Me 4:50am Sun, Sea and Brides to Be

7:00am 7:25am 8:15am 9:10am 10:15am 11:20am 12:25pm 1:30pm 2:35pm 3:40pm 4:45pm 5:50pm 6:55pm 8:00pm 9:00pm

The Protectors The Saint Kojak Quincy, M.E. Minder The Sweeney The Professionals The Saint Kojak Quincy, M.E. Minder The Professionals The Sweeney The Chase River Monsters On a remote lake in Malaysia, two men mysteriously vanish just hours apart.

10:00pm Assassins 11:10pm FYI Daily A round-up of the latest entertainment news.

11:15pm Assassins

8:40am 9:00am 9:10am 9:25am 9:45am 10:00am 10:15am 12:15pm 1:50pm 2:20pm 4:00pm 5:45pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 7:55pm 8:00pm 9:00pm

10:00pm 11:00pm 12:05am

Top Wing Paw Patrol Floogals Becca's Bunch Little Princess Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom Jeremy Vine A Family for Christmas Neighbours A Majestic Christmas A Fairytale Christmas 5 News at 5 Friends Friends Neighbours 5 News Tonight Party Election Broadcast The Gadget Show Funniest Ever Pets at Christmas for Help the Animals Cruising with Jane McDonald How the Other Half Lives Fatal Attraction

7:15am

Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders 8:45am Alpha 10:30am Fantastic Four 12:30pm White House Down 2:50pm Iron Man 3 5:15pm Hotel Artemis 7:00pm Fantastic Four 9:00pm White House Down 11:20pm Iron Man 3 1:35am The Equalizer 2 3:50am Hotel Artemis

10:50am Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby 1:00pm Step Brothers 3:00pm The 40 Year Old Virgin 5:05pm Get Him to the Greek 7:00pm Superbad 9:00pm Step Brothers 10:55pm The 40 Year Old Virgin 12:55am Pineapple Express

FRIDAY TV

8:00am How I Met Your Mother 9:00am Mike & Molly 9:30am Mike & Molly 10:00am Young Sheldon 10:30am Young Sheldon 11:00am The Big Bang Theory 11:30am The Big Bang Theory 12:00pm The Goldbergs 12:30pm The Goldbergs 1:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 1:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 2:00pm The Big Bang Theory 2:30pm The Big Bang Theory 3:00pm Mike & Molly 3:30pm Mike & Molly 4:00pm Young Sheldon 4:30pm Young Sheldon 5:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 5:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 6:00pm The Goldbergs 6:30pm The Goldbergs 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Hollyoaks 8:30pm Come Dine with Me 9:00pm The Big Bang Theory 9:30pm The Big Bang Theory 10:00pm Ted 2 12:15am Rick and Morty

6:00am 7:00am

5:15am 7:00am

2:00pm

8:45am 10:35am 12:30pm 1:00pm 2:40pm 4:20pm 6:30pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 10:30pm 12:15am 2:10am 4:15am 5:45am

The Christmas Swap Harvie and the Magic Museum An Eye for an Eye Dumbo Info not available How the Grinch Stole Christmas Harvie and the Magic Museum Above the Shadows Dumbo Info not available How the Grinch Stole Christmas An Eye for an Eye Above the Shadows Dirty Cops Nobody Leaves The Christmas Swap

Sky Sports News Good Morning Sports Fans Bitesize 7:30am Live Golf 9:30am Live European Tour Golf 2:00pm Football Centre 3:00pm Fight Night International 4:00pm The Gloves are Off 5:00pm Live PGA Tour Golf 8:00pm Live EFL 11:00pm Joshua v Ruiz - A Heavyweight Upset 11:30pm The Gloves are Off 12:00am The Gloves are Off 1:00am Sky Sports Boxing Gold 1:30am Aj's Greatest Hits 2:00am Live NBA: Denver @ Boston 4:30am Sporting Records 5:00am Sky Sports News

2:30pm 3:00pm 3:30pm 4:00pm 5:00pm 5:15pm 5:30pm 6:00pm 6:15pm 6:30pm 6:45pm 7:45pm 8:00pm 11:30pm 12:00am 12:15am 12:30am

Football Countdowns Football Countdowns Football Years Football Years Championship Season Review The Fantasy Football Club The Fantasy Football Club Football's Greatest Players EFL Greatest Games EFL Greatest Games SPFL Greatest Games Championship Season Review SPFL Round-Up Live EFL Football's Greatest Players EFL Highlights SPFL Round-Up Football's Greatest Players

The schedules for the television programme pages are provided by an external company: we regret that any changes or errors are not the responsibility of Euro Weekly News.

FEATURE

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

EWN 63

Advertising Feature

Internet Safety Corner What you need to know about ‘Phishing’ and how it could affect you Provided by Direct Telecom.

LET’S start off by providing some insight into one of the most popu­ lar methods for stealing your data or access credentials. ‘Phishing’ is an extremely effective way for hackers to get hold of your user­ names and passwords, and this method is still being used exten­ sively today. Even some of the more tech savvy people we know get caught in the trap, so we thought it might be useful to ex­ plain how this method works.

How does ‘Phishing’ work?

Usually, you would simply get an email from Facebook, your bank, from Netflix or a similar service.

When you get this email, it would

appear to be completely legitimate because they are increasingly more sophisticated, so they look like they were sent by the compa­ ny they are claiming to be. Expect something like ‘We are contacting you because we need you to up­ date some information in your ac­ count to prevent it from being sus­ pended.’ A link or a button is provided for you and when you click on the link however, you are probably taken to a fake but per­ fect copy of the Facebook/Bank lo­ gin page. When you fill out your lo­ gin information and click on ‘login,’ your credentials are actually being sent to the hackers.

In some occasions, the level of

sophistication of these sites is so good that it will actually take you to the ‘real’ version of the site.

What damage can this do to you?

Once hackers have your user­ name and password, there is a lot they can do with it. Some use it to hijack your Facebook account (identity theft), but more damage can be done by simply having the credentials because there are thousands of websites and paid services that you can access if you ‘subscribe/register using Face­ book.’ Clearly if the ‘phishing’ email is asking you to update pay­ ment details, then you are provid­ ing your credit card details to hack­

ers. The first thing the hacker usu­ ally does is change your password so you no longer have access and they take control.

What can you do to reduce the risks?

In most cases, the easiest way to spot these ‘phishing’ mails is actu­ ally very simple. Just look at the email address that the email is coming from! Nowadays, the email systems we use rarely actually show us the sender’s full email ad­ dress. This week, I received an email from ‘Netflix’ telling me that I should ‘Update my membership and that they were unable to take the payment for my last plan.’

The email itself looked like a le­

gitimate Netflix email. When I looked at who this email was com­ ing from I could see ‘Netflix Sup­ port.’ However when I looked at the actual email address written out in full it was as follows: ‘post mastera0r9ztdiuh7@bzlink.saku ra.ne.jp.’

This email is clearly completely unrelated to Netflix so I simply deleted it. Remember that the sender email addresses are also in­ creasingly sophisticated so that they almost look real. For instance: ‘accounts@netflix.someotherdo mainname.com/.’ This is not a le­ gitimate mail coming from Netflix, it is an email coming from ‘someotherdomainname.com.’

The safest bet is to be sceptical about any emails you get, especially when you were not expecting them. And if you are unsure, leave aside the email, don't click on anything and contact the company directly and ask!

We sincerely hope this information was useful and we look forward to sharing some more tips with you in due course.

I am still ‘in the system’ MIKE SENKER IN MY OPINION Views of a Grumpy Old Man I WAS 70 this year so my English driving licence ran out. I decided I’d kill two birds with one stone and get a Spanish one which I applied for. Firstly I had to take a test.

Well it’s not really a test as such ­ it’s a bit weird. I had to go to a clinic and play some kind of 1980’s video game which somehow I passed. I then had to go and have my eyes tested. I don’t wear glasses even for reading.

The optician, I’m guessing they were an optician, put me in a room, turned the lights off and told me to put my hand over one eye and read the board which was about two miles away. It wasn’t re­ ally but it might as well have been be­ cause I couldn’t read it that well. I point­ ed out I don’t usually drive with one hand over my eye in the dark. I was in­ formed I had passed, but would need to wear glasses and it would be put on my licence and if I didn’t have them in the

car I’d get fined. So I went to another op­ tician and got two pairs of glasses ­ one for day and one for night. Simple eh?

Of course not! These glasses were for distance so when I looked in my rear view mirror or at the dashboard it was blurred.

So, I then had to have them made into bi­ focals. I’m now the proud owner of two pairs of glasses that don’t seem to make any difference.

By the way, this was back in May. My birthday was in July so I reckoned I had given myself plenty of time to get my new licence. I went to a company that sends all the paperwork off to Trafico for you and that’s it ­ job done.

They take your UK licence and give you a piece of paper which allows you to dri­ ve in Spain, but not anywhere else. So here’s the problem. It’s now December and I still don’t have my licence. I am ‘in the system’ and we all know that means I’m stuffed ‘til someone decides that my application gets attended to. I called the gestor that sent it for me and told them that I had friends that had applied after me who had got theirs back already.

They said it was all to do with Brexit of course! Anyone got any idea how I can speed things up?

mikesenker@gmail.com

64 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

7:00am Breakfast 11:00am Saturday Kitchen Live 12:30pm Flour Power 1:00pm Football Focus 2:00pm BBC News 2:10pm Weather 2:15pm Live Snooker: UK Championship 5:30pm Final Score 6:10pm BBC News The latest national and international news stories, followed by Weather.

6:20pm BBC London News; 6:25pm Weather The latest weather information.

6:30pm Pointless 7:20pm The Hit List 8:00pm Strictly Come Dancing 9:20pm Michael McIntyre's Big Show 10:20pm Casualty 11:10pm BBC News 11:25pm Weather 11:30pm Match of the Day 12:45am The NFL Show 1:15am Memento

7:30am 7:45am 8:10am 8:40am

10:05am Mighty Magiswords!

10:25am ITV News 10:30am Saturday Morning with James Martin 12:40pm John and Lisa's Weekend Kitchen 1:40pm ITV News and Weather 1:49pm ITV London Weather 1:50pm Nadia's Family Feasts 2:55pm Gino's Italian Escape: Hidden Italy 3:25pm Midsomer Murders 5:20pm Countrywise 6:05pm Tipping Point 7:05pm Catchphrase 7:40pm ITV News and Weather 7:50pm ITV News London 8:00pm Take Me Out 9:20pm The Chase Celebrity Special 10:20pm I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!

11:25pm The Jonathan Ross Show 12:30am ITV News and Weather

7:00am Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 7:35am Emmerdale 10:30am Coronation Street 1:30pm I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!

3:00pm Take Me Out 4:15pm You've Been Framed!

4:40pm Beethoven's Christmas Adventure 5:45pm FYI Daily 5:50pm Beethoven's Christmas Adventure 6:25pm The Santa Clause 7:25pm FYI Daily 7:30pm The Santa Clause 8:30pm Captain America: Civil War 9:35pm FYI Daily 9:40pm Captain America: Civil War 11:25pmI'm a Celebrity: Extra Camp 12:30am Family Guy 12:55am Family Guy 1:25am American Dad!

9:20am 10:30am 11:00am 12:00pm 1:00pm 2:00pm 3:00pm 3:35pm 5:30pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 8:00pm 11:00pm 11:45pm 12:30am

Wild & Weird Top Class Blue Peter The Amelia Gething Complex Tinker Bell and the Secret of the Wings Deadly on a Mission: Pole to Pole Robot Wars Celebrity Antiques Road Trip MasterChef: The Professionals MasterChef: The Professionals Talking Pictures Fire Down Below Live Snooker: UK Championship Richard Osman's House of Games Saving Lives at Sea Wales: Land of the Wild Live Snooker: UK Championship QI XL Live at the Apollo Trumbo

8:00pm

All Aboard: The Great Reindeer Migration 10:00pm The Sinner 11:25pm From Elton John to Gary Barlow: Celebrating 100 Concerts Live at Eden 12:25am Top of the Pops: 1988 1:25am Woody Guthrie: Three Chords and the Truth 2:30am Music Moguls: Masters of Pop 3:30am Nigel Kennedy at the BBC A compilation of the musician's performances from the BBC archive, documenting the British violinist and violist's development and career, from a seven-year old child on Town and Around

7:00am On the Buses 7:30am Agatha Christie's Poirot 8:25am Agatha Christie's Poirot 9:35am Inspector Morse 11:55am Agatha Christie's Marple 1:55pm Agatha Christie's Marple 4:00pm Endeavour 6:05pm Endeavour 8:00pm Endeavour 10:00pm Midsomer Murders 12:00am Endeavour 2:00am The Loch 2:55am On the Buses

7:05am 7:30am 8:15am 8:35am 9:05am

King of Queens Frasier The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Heineken Champions Cup Rugby: The Big Tackle 10:05am The Simpsons 10:35am The Simpsons 11:00am The Simpsons 11:30am The Simpsons 12:00pm The Simpsons 12:30pm The Simpsons 1:00pm The Simpsons 1:30pm Heineken Champions Cup Rugby Union 4:15pm A Place in the Sun 5:30pm The Secret Life of the Zoo 6:35pm Jamie's Quick and Easy Christmas 7:30pm Channel 4 News 8:00pm Titanic: The New Evidence 9:00pm The Royal House of Windsor 10:00pmRed 2 12:15am American Assassin

7:00am 7:05am 7:30am 8:25am 9:20am 10:30am

Snooker v Darts The Protectors The Professionals The Big Fish Off Monster Carp ITV Racing: The Opening Show 11:30am The Car Chasers 12:00pm Minder 1:10pm Made in Britain 2:15pm ITV Racing Live 5:00pm Junk and Disorderly 6:00pm The Train Robbers 7:05pm FYI Daily 7:10pm The Train Robbers 8:00pm Guns of the Magnificent Seven 9:00pm FYI Daily A round-up of the latest entertainment news.

9:05pm Guns of the Magnificent Seven 10:10pmThe Dirty Dozen 11:10pm FYI Daily 11:15pmThe Dirty Dozen 1:15am The Professionals

SATURDAY TV

10:35am Shimmer and Shine 10:45am Digby Dragon 10:55am SpongeBob Squarepants 11:10am Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 11:20am Access 11:30am Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly 12:20pm Friends 3:20pm Santa Who? 4:20pm Access 4:25pm Santa Who? 5:10pm Four Christmases and a Wedding 6:10pm Access 6:15pm Four Christmases and a Wedding 7:05pm 5 News Weekend 7:10pm Mingle All the Way 8:10pm Access 8:15pm Mingle All the Way 8:50pm Harrogate: A Yorkshire Christmas 10:20pmCraziest Christmas Lights 11:15pm The Story of 12:40am That's So 1:40am Caught on Camera

7:00am Rude(Ish) Tube 7:15am Moshi Monsters: The Movie 8:50am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 10:50amChristmas at the Palace 12:30pm The Goldbergs 1:00pm The Goldbergs 1:30pm The Goldbergs 2:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 2:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 3:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 3:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 4:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 4:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 5:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 5:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 6:00pm The Big Bang Theory 6:30pm The Big Bang Theory 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm The Big Bang Theory 8:30pm The Big Bang Theory 9:00pm The Big Bang Theory 9:30pm The Big Bang Theory 10:00pmWorld War Z 12:15am Gogglebox 1:20am First Dates 2:30am First Dates

7:00am 9:00am

8:00am Street Fighter 10:00amReady Player One 12:25pmFantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald 2:45pm Charlie's Angels 4:30pm Street Fighter 6:30pm Ready Player One 9:00pm Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald 11:20pmCharlie's Angels 1:05am Armageddon

7:15am Harvie and the Magic Museum 9:00am Dumbo 11:00am Info not available 11:30amHow the Grinch Stole Christmas 1:15pm Happy Death Day 2U 3:15pm The Top Ten Show 3:30pm Above the Shadows 5:30pm Dumbo A young elephant, whose oversized ears enable him to fly, helps save a troubled circus.

7:30pm Info not availale 8:00pm How the Grinch Stole Christmas 9:45pm The Top Ten Show 10:00pmHappy Death Day 2U 11:45pmAn Eye for an Eye 1:35am Nobody Leaves

7:00am EFL 10:30am Saturday Social Football show providing an insight into players' lives off the pitch.

11:30am Soccer A.M. 1:00pm Live EFL 4:00pm Gillette Soccer Saturday 6:00pm Gillette Soccer Saturday: Reaction 7:00pm Info not available 8:00pm Goal Zone Updates on all of the goals from the latest football matches.

9:00pm EFL Highlights Huddersfield Town v Leeds United.

9:15pm EFL Highlights Millwall v Nottingham Forest.

9:30pm EFL Greatest Games 9:45pm EFL Greatest Games 10:00pm EFL Highlights 11:30pm SPFL Greatest Games 11:45pm SPFL Greatest Games 12:00am EFL Greatest Games 12:15am EFL Greatest Games

8:35am Summer Rental 10:05amAll About Steve 11:45am Johnny English 1:15pm Johnny English Reborn 3:00pm Johnny English Strikes Again 4:30pm The Nutty Professor 6:10pm Nutty Professor II: The Klumps 8:00pm Sorry To Bother You 10:00pmNobody's Fool 11:55pmDeuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo 1:30am All About Steve

Live Golf Live European Tour Golf 1:00pm Live EFL 4:00pm The Gloves are Off Previewing Andy Ruiz v Anthony Joshua.

5:00pm Joshua v Ruiz - A Heavyweight Upset 5:30pm The Gloves are Off Andy Ruiz Jr and Anthony Joshua come face-to-face ahead of their rematch.

6:00pm Live Premier League Manchester City v Manchester United ( Kick-off 5.30pm).

9:30pm Goal Zone Updates on all of the goals from the latest football matches.

12:00am Sky Sports News 1:00am Sky Sports News 2:00am Sky Sports News 3:00am Sky Sports News

The schedules for the television programme pages are provided by an external company: we regret that any changes or errors are not the responsibility of Euro Weekly News.

66 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

SUNDAY TV

11:00am Sunday Politics London 11:30am Fern Britton Meets 12:30pm Wanted Down Under 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC New 2:10pm Weather for the Week Ahead 2:15pm Songs of Praise 2:50pm Escape to the Perfect Town 3:35pm Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa 4:55pm Seven Worlds, One Planet 5:55pm BBC News 6:10pm BBC London News; Weather 6:15pm Weather 6:20pm Countryfile 7:20pm Seven Worlds, One Planet 8:20pm Strictly Come Dancing 9:00pm His Dark Materials 10:00pm Elizabeth is Missing 11:30pm BBC News 11:50pm BBC London News; Weather 11:55pm Weather 12:00am Match of the Day 2

7:45am The Instant Gardener 8:30am Around the World in 80 Gardens 9:30am Countryfile 10:30am Saturday Kitchen Best Bites 12:00pm MasterChef: The Professionals 1:00pm Rick Stein's Secret France 2:00pm Live Snooker: UK Championship 6:15pm Athletics 7:00pm Inside the Factory 8:00pm Live Snooker: UK Championship 12:00am Defiance 2:05am Question Time 3:05am Best House in Town 3:50am Holby City 4:50am This is BBC Two Preview of upcoming programmes from BBC Two.

8:00pm The Women's Football Show 8:30pm Canals: The Making of a Nation 9:00pm James Galway at the BBC The flautist, who turned 80 today, reflects on a career spanning more than 40 years.

10:00pm Ireland with Simon Reeve 11:00pm The Sky at Night 11:30pm Horizon 12:30am Revolutions: The Ideas that Changed the World 1:30am Tales of Winter: The Art of Snow and Ice 3:00am Music Moguls: Masters of Pop 4:00am James Galway at the BBC The flautist, who turned 80 today, reflects on a career spanning more than 40 years.

8:35am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:25am Frasier 10:00am Frasier 10:30am Sunday Brunch 1:30pm The Simpsons 1:55pm The Simpsons 2:25pm The Simpsons 2:55pm The Simpsons 3:25pm We're Going on a Bear Hunt 3:55pm Father Christmas 4:30pm The Snowman 5:00pm The Snowman and the Snowdog 5:30pm Arthur Christmas 7:25pm Party Election Broadcast 7:30pm Channel 4 News 8:00pm Live: Britain Decides - The Everything But Brexit Debate 9:00pm Escape to the Chateau 10:00pm Guy Martin's Great Escape 12:05am Caught on Camera 1:05am Alex

11:00am SpongeBob Squarepants 11:10am Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 11:25am Access 11:35am Friends 1:30pm Becoming Santa 2:30pm Access 2:35pm Becoming Santa 3:20pm A Shoe Addict's Christmas 4:20pm Access 4:25pm A Shoe Addict's Christmas 5:10pm A Christmas Movie Christmas 6:10pm Access 7:00pm 5 News Weekend 7:05pm Christmas with the Kranks 8:10pm Access 8:15pm Christmas with the Kranks 9:00pm Inside...

10:00pm Inside Sandringham: Holidaying with the Queen 11:25pm When Christmas Goes Horribly Wrong 2:10am The 21.Co.UK Live Casino Show

6:10am How I Met Your Mother 7:00am Hollyoaks 9:20am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 10:20am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 11:20am The Goldbergs 11:50am The Goldbergs 12:20pm The Goldbergs 12:50pm A Royal Winter 2:30pm The Big Bang Theory 3:00pm The Big Bang Theory 3:30pm The Big Bang Theory 4:00pm The Big Bang Theory 4:30pm The Big Bang Theory 5:00pm The Big Bang Theory 5:30pm The Big Bang Theory 6:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 6:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 7:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 7:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 8:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 8:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 9:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 9:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 10:00pm Commando 11:50pm Naked Attraction 12:55am The Big Bang Theory 1:25am The Big Bang Theory 1:55am Rude Tube

6:00am Sky Sports News 7:00am Live Golf The Emirates Australian Open.

Coverage of day four from The Australian Golf Club in Sydney.

9:00am Live European Tour Golf 12:30pm Live EFL 3:00pm Live Renault Super Sunday Aston Villa v Leicester City (Kickoff 2.00pm).

Coverage of the topflight clash from Villa Park.

5:00pm Live Renault Super Sunday 8:00pm Live NFL Coverage of an NFL match.

10:25pm Live NFL Coverage of an NFL match.

1:30am Live NBC's FNIA Coverage of Football Night in America, which looks ahead to the latest live NFL fixture.

11:30am John and Lisa's Weekend Kitchen 12:30pm Nadia's Family Feasts 1:30pm ITV News and Weather 1:34pm ITV London Weather 1:35pm Midsomer Murders 3:35pm Tenable 4:35pm Tipping Point 5:35pm How to Spend It Well at Christmas with Phillip Schofield 6:35pm ITV News and Weather 6:45pm ITV News London 7:00pm The Chase Celebrity Special 8:00pm Catchphrase 9:00pm Not the Robbie Williams Christmas Show 10:00pm I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!

11:35pm ITV News and Weather 11:54pm ITV London Weather 11:55pm Hatton Garden: The Inside Story 12:50am Paul O'Grady: For the Love of Dogs

3:45am 6:45am 7:00am 9:55am 12:55pm

3:30am Teleshopping Buying goods from the comfort of home.

7:00am On the Buses 7:25am Agatha Christie's Poirot A well-known eccentric contacts the Belgian sleuth when he is haunted by suicidal nightmares.

8:30am Heartbeat 9:30am Heartbeat 10:35am Agatha Christie's Marple 12:35pm Agatha Christie's Marple 2:35pm Inspector Morse 4:55pm Agatha Christie's Poirot 6:00pm Endeavour 8:00pm Midsomer Murders 10:00pm Agatha Christie's Marple 12:00am Agatha Christie's Marple

4:00am Teleshopping 7:00am Football's Greatest: Diego Maradona 7:10am Motorsport UK 8:00am Minder 8:50am The Professionals 9:55am Fishing Allstars 10:25am The Big Fish Off 11:30am Monster Carp 12:35pm Lonely are the Brave 1:40pm FYI Daily 1:45pm Lonely are the Brave 2:45pm Bend of the River 3:45pm FYI Daily 3:50pm Bend of the River 4:35pm The Searchers 5:35pm FYI Daily 5:40pm The Searchers 6:55pm The Train Robbers 7:55pm FYI Daily 8:00pm The Train Robbers 9:00pm Cannonball Run II 10:05pm FYI Daily 10:10pm Cannonball Run II 11:10pm National Lampoon's Vacation 12:10am FYI Daily 12:15am National Lampoon's Vacation

7:00am 9:00am 11:15am 1:45pm 4:30pm

1:15pm Happy Death Day 2U 3:15pm The Top Ten Show Clips from the UK and US Top Ten show viewers the best of what is on offer on the big screen.

3:30pm Bel Canto 5:30pm Dumbo A young elephant, whose oversized ears enable him to fly, helps save a troubled circus.

7:30pm Info not available 8:00pm How the Grinch Stole Christmas 9:45pm The Top Ten Show Clips from the UK and US Top Ten show viewers the best of what is on offer on the big screen.

10:00pm Happy Death Day 2U 11:45pm Bel Canto 1:40am Above the Shadows

3:30pm EFL Championship Highlights 4:15pm EFL Championship Highlights 5:45pm EFL Highlights 6:00pm EFL Goals: Leagues 1 &2 6:30pm EFL Championship Highlights 7:45pm EFL Championship Highlights 8:00pm EFL Highlights 8:15pm EFL Highlights 8:30pm EFL Highlights 8:45pm EFL Championship Highlights 9:15pm EFL Championship Highlights 9:30pm EFL Goals: Leagues 1 &2 10:00pm EFL Championship Highlights 10:15pm EFL Highlights 10:45pm EFL Highlights 11:00pm EFL Goals: Leagues 1 &2 11:30pm EFL Championship Highlights 12:15am EFL Championship Highlights

1:55pm 2:55pm 3:55pm 4:00pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 6:05pm 7:05pm 8:10pm 8:15pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 10:05pm 11:35pm 12:40am

Teleshopping ITV2 Nightscreen Emmerdale Coronation Street I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!

Catchphrase Snow Dogs FYI Daily Snow Dogs How the Grinch Stole Christmas FYI Daily How the Grinch Stole Christmas Disney's a Christmas Carol FYI Daily Disney's a Christmas Carol Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows FYI Daily Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows I'm a Celebrity: Extra Camp Family Guy

Batman Batman Batman Begins The Dark Knight The Dark Knight Rises 7:30pm Batman Begins 10:00pm The Dark Knight 12:45am The Dark Knight Rises 3:30am Batman 5:40am Batman

6:30am 8:15am 10:05am 11:50am 1:30pm 3:20pm 5:20pm 7:10pm 9:00pm 10:40pm 12:30am 2:10am

Just Married A Very Sordid Wedding Super Troopers 2 Wayne's World Wayne's World 2 Pitch Perfect Tropic Thunder Blockers American Pie American Pie 2 American Pie: The Wedding Wayne's World

The schedules for the television programme pages are provided by an external company: we regret that any changes or errors are not the responsibility of Euro Weekly News.

68 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

10:15am Animal Park 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Island Medics 12:45pm The Customer is Always Right 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 Garden Rescue 5:30pm The Repair Shop 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six 7:30pm BBC London News 7:55pm Party Election Broadcast 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm Our Lives 9:00pm EastEnders 9:30pm Question Time 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:30pm Regional News and Weather 11:40pm Weather 11:45pm The Young Offenders 12:15am Have I Got a Bit More News for You

7:30am Murder, Mystery and My Family 8:15am The Repair Shop 9:00am Mountain Vets 10:00am BBC News at 9 11:00am Victoria Derbyshire 12:30pm BBC Newsroom Live 1:00pm Politics Live 2:00pm The Best Dishes Ever 2:30pm The Best Christmas Food Ever 3:15pm Holiday of My Lifetime with Len Goodman 4:00pm Who Do You Think You Are? 5:00pm The Hairy Bikers Home for Christmas 5:45pm Eggheads 6:15pm Flog It! 7:00pm Richard Osman's House of Games 7:30pm Strictly: It Takes Two 8:00pm Celebrity Antiques Road Trip 9:00pm Only Connect 9:30pm University Challenge 10:00pm The Case of Sally Challen 11:30pm Newsnight 12:10am Weather

8:00pm Beyond 100 Days BBC News teams in Washington DC and London report on the events that are shaping the world.

8:30pm University Challenge 9:00pm Vienna: Empire, Dynasty and Dream 10:00pm Lucy Worsley's Christmas Carol Odyssey 11:00pm Rome Unpacked 12:00am The World's Most Beautiful Eggs: The Genius of Carl Faberge 1:00am The Art of Japanese Life 2:00am Vienna: Empire, Dynasty and Dream 3:00am Lucy Worsley's Christmas Carol Odyssey 4:00am The World's Most Beautiful Eggs: The Genius of Carl Faberge

7:30am King of Queens 8:45am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:40am Frasier 11:10am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 12:05pm Undercover Boss USA 1:00pm Channel 4 News 1:05pm The People's Vet 2:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm Find it, Fix it, Flog it 5:00pm A Place in the Sun 6:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 8:55pm Party Election Broadcast 9:00pm Food Unwrapped 9:30pm My Money Secret 10:00pm 24 Hours in A&E 11:00pm Gogglebox 12:05am First Dates 1:10am First Dates

Thomas & Friends Shane the Chef Peppa Pig Top Wing Paw Patrol Floogals Becca's Bunch Little Princess Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 10:15am Jeremy Vine 12:15pmAngels in the Snow 1:50pm Neighbours 2:20pm A Joyous Christmas 4:00pm Reunited at Christmas 5:45pm 5 News at 5 6:00pm Friends 7:00pm Neighbours 7:30pm 5 News Tonight 8:00pm Chris Packham: Plant a Tree to Save the World 9:00pm Traffic Cops 10:00pm Chris Tarrant: Extreme Railway Journeys 11:00pm Police Code Zero: Officer Under Attack 12:00amRobin Hood

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

7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am Judge Rinder 11:30am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 2:55pm ITV News London 3:00pm Dickinson's Real Deal 4:00pm The Switch 4:59pm ITV London Weather 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm Cash Trapped 7:00pm ITV News London 7:25pm Party Election Broadcast 7:30pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:30pm The X Factor: The Band 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:30pm ITV News London 11:45pm Not the Robbie 12:45am All Elite Wrestling: Dynamite 1:35am Ideal World 3:00am Ideal World

7:45am 8:10am 9:00am 9:30am 10:00am 10:25am

7:00am Classic Coronation Street 7:55am Classic Emmerdale 8:50am Heartbeat 9:55am George and Mildred 11:00am Man About the House 11:30am Agatha Christie's Marple 1:40pm Heartbeat 2:45pm Classic Emmerdale 3:15pm Classic Emmerdale 3:50pm Classic Coronation Street 4:20pm Classic Coronation Street 4:55pm Agatha Christie's Marple 6:55pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Agatha Christie's Poirot 9:00pm Midsomer Murders 11:00pm Hatton Garden 12:05am In Plain Sight

7:25am 8:15am 9:10am 10:15am 11:20am 12:30pm 1:30pm 2:35pm 3:40pm 4:40pm 5:50pm 6:55pm

9:00am

7:30am Harvie and the Magic Museum 9:15am Bel Canto 11:15am A Christmas in Royal Fashion 1:00pm How the Grinch Stole Christmas 2:40pm Happy Death Day 2U 4:30pm Above the Shadows 6:30pm A Christmas in Royal Fashion 8:00pm How the Grinch Stole Christmas 9:45pm The Top Ten Show 10:00pm Happy Death Day 2U 11:45pm Bel Canto 1:40am Above the Shadows

You've Been Framed!

Dinner Date Emmerdale Coronation Street Coronation Street The Ellen DeGeneres Show 11:20am I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!

12:50pm You've Been Framed!

1:15pm Emmerdale 1:45pm Coronation Street 2:50pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show 3:45pm Supermarket Sweep 4:50pm Dinner Date 5:50pm Dress to Impress 7:00pm I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!

8:30pm You've Been Framed!

9:00pm You've Been Framed!

9:30pm You've Been Framed!

10:00pmFamily Guy 10:30pmAmerican Dad! 11:00pmAmerican Dad! 11:30pm Family Guy 11:55pm Family Guy 12:25am American Dad! 12:55am The Cleveland Show

The Saint Kojak Quincy, M.E. Minder The Sweeney The Professionals The Saint Kojak Quincy, M.E. Minder The Professionals The Sweeney Regan persuades a villain to act as an informant providing evidence against his two accomplices.

8:00pm The Chase Celebrity Special 9:00pm Junk and Disorderly 10:00pm The Krays 11:00pm FYI Daily 11:05pmThe Krays 12:35amFull Metal Jacket 1:35am FYI Daily

7:55am 8:10am 8:25am 8:45am 9:00am 9:10am 9:25am 9:45am 10:00am

10:30am 12:30pm 2:45pm 4:55pm 7:10pm 9:00pm 11:15pm 1:30am

Batman: The Dark Knight Returns Part Two The Darkest Minds Mortal Engines Captain America: The First Avenger Iron Man 3 The Darkest Minds Mortal Engines Captain America: The First Avenger Iron Man 3

7:45am That Touch of Mink 9:30am Being Frank 11:20am The Wedding Guest 1:05pm Grown Ups 2:55pm Grown Ups 2 4:40pm Weird Science 6:15pm Night School 8:15pm Mean Girls 10:00pm Crazy Rich Asians 12:05am Sword of Trust 1:45am Joyride 3:35am Being Frank

7:00pm 8:00pm

8:30pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 12:05am 1:00am

Hollyoaks Don't Tell the Bride Mike & Molly Young Sheldon The Big Bang Theory The Goldbergs Brooklyn Nine-Nine Mike & Molly Brooklyn Nine-Nine The Goldbergs The Goldbergs Don't Tell the Bride Beauty queen and bride-to-be Yasmin has her heart set on a fairy-tale wedding.

The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks Drama following the lives and loves of a group of teenagers and young adults in Chester.

Come Dine with Me The Big Bang Theory Made in Chelsea First Dates The Big Bang Theory Gogglebox

MONDAY TV

7:00am 7:30am 8:00am 11:00am

12:00pm

12:30pm

1:00pm 2:00pm 3:00pm 4:00pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 8:00pm 12:00am 1:00am

Good Morning Sports Fans Bitesize Good Morning Sports Fans Bitesize Good Morning Sports Fans Football Centre A round-up of the latest news.

Football Centre A round-up of the latest news.

Ref Watch The Sky Sports team look back over some of the big refereeing decisions.

Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News at 5 Sky Sports News at 6 Live MNF Sky Sports News Sky Sports News

10:30am Football Years 11:00am EFL Highlights 12:00pm The Fantasy Football Club 12:30pm Football's Greatest Players 1:00pm EFL Greatest Games 1:30pm SPFL Greatest Games 2:00pm Football Countdowns 3:00pm Football Years 4:00pm EFL Highlights 5:00pm The Fantasy Football Club 5:30pm Football's Greatest Players 6:00pm EFL Greatest Games 6:30pm SPFL Round-Up 6:45pm SPFL Greatest Games 7:00pm Soccer AM: The Best Bits 7:30pm EFL Goals: Leagues 1 &2 8:00pm SPFL Round-Up 8:15pm EFL Championship 10:30pm EFL Goals: Leagues 1 &2 11:00pm SPFL Round-Up 11:15pm EFL Highlights 12:00am Football's Greatest Players 1:00am Football Years

The schedules for the television programme pages are provided by an external company: we regret that any changes or errors are not the responsibility of Euro Weekly News.

FEATURE

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

EWN 69

Advertising Feature

Cashback with Liberty Seguros promotion!

The #1 preferred expat insurer in Spain, Liberty Seguros, is again offering more discounts to both existing and new customers through a new Cashback promotion, from now until December 23, 2019.

IF you are already an existing customer and take out one or more new policies whether for Car, Home, Life or Funeral you will receive 60€ Cashback for each one you buy.

That means you could receive unlimited cash whilst you protect yourself, your loved ones, your home and your car! Just bear in mind that these offers are not for renewals or replacements.

Don’t worry if you are a new client, you can also benefit. If you switch to Liberty Seguros you’ll get 30€ Cashback on your first premium quote and then 60€ on each of your subsequent new policies.

Basically, the more policies you take out, the more cash you will get back and as there is no limit on policies, there is no limit on Cashback!

So, what are you waiting for to take out a policy with Liberty Seguros?

Apart from saving money there are many other advantages that you can benefit from.

With your car insurance you will get a courtesy car up to 35 days in case of theft, accident, fire

LIBERTY SEGUROS: There are many advantages that you can benefit from.

and mechanical breakdown; you even decide on the vehicle repair garage, among other benefits.

If you take out a home insurance, they give you fully comprehensive accidental, including subsidence cover. Liberty Seguros also offers optional extended cover for jewellery and valuables, both inside and outside the home. Both their car and home policies give you access to 24/7 multilingual, emergency assistance via freephone so help is always right there when you need it!

Did you know that Liberty Seguros also has an extensive network of around 300 brokers and agents who will be pleased to give you all the help you need and look after you for the long term?

If you value a more personal service and face-to-face contact, Liberty Seguros is your insurer company. Over 175,000 expat clients have already chosen Liberty Seguros, so why not join the leading expat company in Spain now? You know it makes sense!

To find out more, and further details visit www.libertyexpatriates.es. Or simply call 913 422 549. Conditions may apply.

The Art of travel

NICK HORNE’S Rich Pick Freelance correspondent, London, England IN a year that has seen the iconic Thomas Cook travel organisation pretty much roll up its car­ pet it seems to be a most appropriate moment to reflect on travel tourism and its recent histo­ ry. There is a transition sometimes unremarked when travel turns into exploration. Though the definition of exploration might some times be more aptly categorised as ‘travelling rough.’

It may help us all to stay on safer ground over dinner with our nearest and dearest to take a closer look at Sotheby’s, the auctioneers are hosting an online themed auction this December on the subject of the Art of Travel. Bringing to­ gether nine categories under this umbrella theme the auction is designed to explore the ap­ peal of travel. Thomas Cook latched on to the possibilities of ever more affordable, safer and more convenient travel and transport systems.

The period covered the last several centuries which saw the rise of steam power. Railways and steam ships, global travel which is now tak­ en for granted was just beginning as the 19th century dawned. International travel was fre­ quently the preserve of the very rich, traders and leaders of business and politics as well as of course soldiers and sailors. People rarely trav­ elled for leisure and pleasure. The Grand Tour much made of in retrospect was largely the pre­ serve of aristocrats, the very idea of a ‘gap year’

1.

1. Lot 40 Willem and Joan Blaeu, Le Theatre du Monde, an atlas in four volumes estimate of £60,000 - £80,000.

2. Lot 52 A Louis Vuitton Wardrobe Trunk early 20th century estimate £15,000 £20,000.

3. Lot 57 A Louis Vuitton Limited Edition 1998 World Cup Football estimate of £3,000 - £5,000. would have been considered as ludicrous.

The production of straightforward works of art as well as utilitarian items like travel trunks

a n d m a p s 3. flourished as travel for leisure grew and has become normalised. What was ex­ traordinary is now not. Sotheby’s has gathered together a diverse range of travel objects including photographs, maps, paintings , saddles, even elephant eggs.

Though for me a photograph that captures the era is Norman Parkinson’s 1951 photograph ‘The Art of Travel,’ a silhouette of a lady wearing a sun helmet carrying a jewel case and sensible handbag walking and framed by the blades of a

propeller of an aircraft in the foreground, moun­ tains in the background. A collection of 2. maps is an atlas, one is from the 17th century William and Joan Blaeu and ‘Le Theatre du Monde’ created in Am­ sterdam 1643­1645 in four volumes, estimated at £60,000 ­ £80,0000.

Simple luxury is also represented in this eclectic auction. A Louis Vuitton Limited edition 1998 World Cup foot­ ball is estimated at £3,000 to £5,000.

Before the Airbus and the Boeing the steam ship and the railway many trav­ ellers walked, the rich rode horses and a Gucci Tan Leather saddle of the late 20th century is estimated to make £2,000 to £3,000.

Hardly earth shattering prices though what is travel about if not accumulating memories and experiences? Belmond le Manoir Aux Quat’­ saisons created by celebrated chef Raymond Blanc is one of the most highly regarded manor house hotels with two Michelin stars since 1984 is offering an experience including a stay in a suite at the hotel as well as exquisite meals, se­ lect wines and the chance to participate in a course at the Raymond Blanc Cookery School.

An experience expected to make £4,000 to £5,000. Bidding opens on December 2 until De­ cember 12. www.sothebys.com.

Nick Horne, London, England

70 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

12:00pm Island Medics 12:45pm The Customer is Always Right 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News at One; Weather 2:30pm BBC London News; Weather 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm Father Brown 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Garden Rescue 5:30pm The Repair Shop 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six; Weather 7:30pm BBC London News; Weather 7:55pm Party Election Broadcast By the Conservative Party.

8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm EastEnders 9:00pm Holby City 10:00pm Gold Digger 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:30pm Regional News and Weather 11:40pm Weather 11:45pm The Apprentice 12:45am Angels of the North

6:05am Judge Rinder 7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am Judge Rinder 11:30am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 2:55pm ITV News London 3:00pm Dickinson's Real Deal 4:00pm The Switch 4:59pm ITV London Weather 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm Cash Trapped 7:00pm ITV News London 7:25pm Party Election Broadcast 7:30pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm The Royal Variety Performance 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:30pm ITV News London 11:45pm The Jonathan Ross Show 12:50am Take Me Out 2:05am Ideal World 4:00am Who's Doing the Dishes?

4:50am ITV Nightscreen

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

4:00pm 5:00pm 5:45pm 6:15pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:30pm 12:10am 12:15am 1:05am

6:50am 7:00am 7:20am

7:45am 8:10am 9:00am 9:30am 10:25am 11:25am 11:50am 12:15pm 1:15pm 1:45pm 2:50pm 3:45pm 4:50pm 5:50pm 7:00pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 9:30pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:05pm 12:45am

Island Medics The Repair Shop Great Australian Railway Journeys BBC News at 9 Victoria Derbyshire BBC Newsroom Live Politics Live The Best Dishes Ever The Best Christmas Food Ever Holiday of My Lifetime with Len Goodman Who Do You Think You Are? The Hairy Bikers Home for Christmas Eggheads Flog It! Richard Osman's House of Games Strictly: It Takes Two Celebrity Antiques Road Trip MasterChef: The Professionals Rick Stein's Secret France Live at the Apollo Newsnight Weather NFL This Week The New Girlfriend

8:00pm Beyond 100 Days 8:30pm University Challenge 9:00pm Secret Life of Farm Animals The documentary follows a litter of piglets from birth as they grow up in the Brecon Beacons.

10:00pm Wild Weather with Richard Hammond 11:00pm Rome Unpacked 12:00am Looking for Rembrandt 1:00am Oceans Apart: Art and the Pacific with James Fox 2:00am The Road to Palmyra Historian Dan Cruickshank and photographer Don McCullin venture into the heart of war-torn Syria on a dangerous mission to document the cultural destruction wrought by Isis.

3:00am Revolution and Romance: Musical Masters of the 19th Century

8:20am King of Queens 8:45am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:10am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:40am Frasier 10:10am Frasier 10:40am Frasier 11:10am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 12:05pm Undercover Boss USA 1:00pm Channel 4 News 1:05pm The People's Vet 2:05pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm Find it, Fix it, Flog it 5:00pm A Place in the Sun 6:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 9:00pm Kirstie's Handmade Christmas 10:00pm George Clarke's Amazing Spaces 11:00pm First Dates 12:05am Gogglebox 1:10am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 2:00am The Supervet

ITV2 Nightscreen The Planet's Funniest Animals Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records You've Been Framed!

Dinner Date Emmerdale Coronation Street The Ellen DeGeneres Show Superstore Superstore Dress to Impress Emmerdale Coronation Street The Ellen DeGeneres Show Supermarket Sweep Dinner Date Dress to Impress I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!

You've Been Framed!

You've Been Framed!

You've Been Framed!

You've Been Framed!

Love Actually FYI Daily Love Actually Family Guy

7:00am Classic Coronation Street 7:25am Classic Coronation Street 7:55am Classic Emmerdale 8:20am Classic Emmerdale 8:50am Heartbeat 9:55am George and Mildred 10:25am George and Mildred 11:00am Man About the House 11:30am Agatha Christie's Marple 1:40pm Heartbeat 2:45pm Classic Emmerdale 3:15pm Classic Emmerdale 3:50pm Classic Coronation Street 4:20pm Classic Coronation Street 4:55pm Agatha Christie's Marple 6:55pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Agatha Christie's Poirot 9:00pm Midsomer Murders 11:00pm Hatton Garden 12:00am In Plain Sight 1:05am Agatha Christie's Marple 3:00am On the Buses

7:00am 7:25am 8:15am 9:10am 10:15am 11:20am 12:30pm 1:35pm 2:40pm 3:45pm 4:45pm 5:50pm 6:55pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:05pm

11:10pm 12:10am 1:10am

1:15am 3:15am 3:40am

4:00am

The Protectors The Saint Kojak Quincy, M.E. Minder The Sweeney The Professionals The Saint Kojak Quincy, M.E. Minder The Professionals The Sweeney The Chase Fishing Allstars Beverly Hills Cop II FYI Daily A round-up of the latest entertainment news.

Beverly Hills Cop II The Dirty Dozen FYI Daily A round-up of the latest entertainment news.

The Dirty Dozen The Protectors ITV4 Nightscreen Text-based information service.

Teleshopping

9:00am 9:10am 9:25am 9:45am 10:00am 10:15am 12:15pm 1:50pm 2:20pm 4:00pm

5:45pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 1:55am 2:00am 4:00am 4:10am

Paw Patrol Floogals Becca's Bunch Little Princess Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom Jeremy Vine Christmas Festival of Ice Neighbours A Dream of Christmas Christmas in Evergreen: Letters to Santa 5 News at 5 Friends Friends Neighbours 5 News Tonight The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard Great British Ships Hoarders: Landfill In My Living Room Greatest Christmas TV Moments Access The 21.Co.UK Live Casino Show Access The Dog Rescuers with Alan Davies

7:00am 8:45am 11:00am 12:45pm 3:00pm 5:00pm

Alpha Battle: Los Angeles Charlie's Angels Pacific Rim Pacific Rim Uprising King Arthur: Legend of the Sword 7:15pm Charlie's Angels 9:00pm Pacific Rim 11:15pm Pacific Rim Uprising 1:15am King Arthur: Legend of the Sword

10:00am 10:30am 11:00am 11:30am 12:00pm 12:30pm 1:00pm 1:30pm 2:00pm 2:30pm 3:00pm 3:30pm 4:00pm 4:30pm 5:00pm 5:30pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 10:20pm 11:25pm 12:30am 1:00am 1:30am 2:40am 3:35am 4:30am

9:30am 11:15am

11:30am 1:15pm 3:25pm 5:15pm

7:30am 9:25am 11:10am 12:45pm

Indiscreet An Actor Prepares Fat Camp Planes, Trains and Automobiles 2:25pm Step Brothers 4:20pm Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby 6:25pm Holmes & Watson 8:00pm Pitch Perfect 10:00pm Little Monsters 11:40pm Lez Bomb 1:15am Step Brothers 3:10am Planes, Trains and Automobiles 4:50am The Family Stone

7:00pm 9:00pm 10:30pm 12:20am 2:10am 3:55am 5:25am

TUESDAY TV

Young Sheldon Young Sheldon The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Goldbergs The Goldbergs Brooklyn Nine-Nine Brooklyn Nine-Nine The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Mike & Molly Mike & Molly Brooklyn Nine-Nine Brooklyn Nine-Nine The Goldbergs The Goldbergs Don't Tell the Bride The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Hollyoaks Come Dine with Me The Great British Bake Off Tattoo Fixers Naked Attraction The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory Gogglebox Tattoo Fixers First Dates Fear the Walking Dead

7:00am Good Morning Sports Fans Bitesize 7:30am Good Morning Sports Fans Bitesize 8:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 9:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 10:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 11:00am Sky Sports News 12:00pm Sky Sports News 12:30pm Sportswomen 1:00pm Sky Sports News 2:00pm Sky Sports News 3:00pm Sky Sports News 4:00pm Sky Sports News 5:00pm Sky Sports News 6:00pm Sky Sports News at 5 7:00pm Sky Sports News at 6 8:00pm Soccer Special PreMatch 8:30pm Live EFL 11:15pm The Debate 12:15am Sky Sports News 1:00am Sky Sports News 2:00am Sky Sports News 3:00am Sky Sports News 4:00am Sky Sports News 5:00am Sky Sports News

A Christmas in Royal Fashion The Top Ten Show Clips from the UK and US Top Ten show viewers the best of what is on offer on the big screen.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas Crypto Happy Death Day 2U A Christmas in Royal Fashion Bel Canto How the Grinch Stole Christmas Crypto Happy Death Day 2U Bel Canto Nobody Leaves The Christmas Swap

1:30pm SPFL Greatest Games 2:00pm Football Countdowns 2:30pm Football Countdowns 3:00pm Football Years 3:30pm Football Years 4:00pm Championship Season Review 5:00pm The Fantasy Football Club 5:15pm The Fantasy Football Club 5:30pm Football's Greatest Players 6:00pm EFL Greatest Games 6:15pm EFL Greatest Games 6:30pm SPFL Greatest Games 6:45pm SPFL Greatest Games 7:00pm SPFL Round-Up 7:15pm SPFL Greatest Games 7:30pm Football Countdowns 8:00pm Soccer AM: The Best Bits 8:30pm Live EFL 11:15pm EFL Goals: Championship 11:45pm SPFL Round-Up 12:00am Football's Greatest Players

The schedules for the television programme pages are provided by an external company: we regret that any changes or errors are not the responsibility of Euro Weekly News.

OPINION & COMMENT

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

YOUR PAPER - YOUR VOICE - YOUR OPINION Letters should be emailed to oursay@euroweeklynews.com or make your comments on our website: www.euroweeklynews.com

Views expressed and opinions given are not necessarily those of the EWN publishers. No responsibility is accepted for accuracy of information, errors, omissions or statements.

VIP UPGRADE DEAR Euro Weekly, I am so happy to see you are manag­ ing to get away from mentioning the dreaded reality stars of Love Island and TOWIE in your Celebrities section. I mean after all can you really call them celebrities?

You even went so classy as to feature Queen Letizia of Spain! It’s great to see some coverage of relevant pop stars from here and the UK like those who at­ tended the MTV awards in Madrid and Charli XCX last week. Antonio Banderas is back in Malaga and switching on the Christmas lights, will he grant an exclu­ sive Euro Weekly interview?

That would be fantastic. I understand why you feature the UK ‘celebrities’ but it’s good to read about Spain’s own stars who have managed to accomplish Inter­ national fame. I am sure Arg will pop up somewhere singing Sinatra at Christmas, let’s hope there are a lot of celebrities in Spain that week!

By James Kent

Parrot lover DEAR Letters, I was horrified and saddened to hear about the shooting of the Argen­ tinian parrots to decrease their popu­ lation. Surely something else can be done. I am sure we would be up in arms if they started shooting people in overcrowded countries just to keep the numbers down.

Has nobody considered a bird sanc­ tuary or something less drastic? I mean who are they harming? They look beautiful and I suppose are a bit of a tourist attraction. I am glad that they are looking at more humane ways to limit numbers. It would be great to see an update on the progress of the experiment to remove the eggs to see if it works better.

They should hold off on the murdering until they have explored all other op­ tions and have some answers.

QUEEN LETIZIA: Featured in EWN.

OUR VIEW

Break the silence #ME TOO might seem like a new movement in the way that it has been brought to the forefront of the media’s attention. With high profile alleged culprits like Weinstein, Polanski, R Kelly and most recently Prince Andrew, it became ‘fresh’ news when actress Alyssa Milano helped kick off the current phase of the movement two years ago, she wanted to ‘give people a sense of the magnitude of the problem.’

However, activist Tarana Burke started the #MeToo campaign more than 10 years ago, her goal was ‘to spread a message for survivors: You’re heard, you’re understood.’

As they both made clear, #MeToo has always been about raising awareness of the impact of sexual violence. It’s also about creating change by empowering women through empathy and strength in numbers and visibly demonstrating how many women have survived sexual assault and harassment, particularly in the workplace.

Milano states that a priority for the movement is changing laws surrounding sexual harassment and assault, for example creating protocols that give victims in all industries the ability to file complaints without fear of reprisal.

It has been suggested that barriers to employment must be removed, such as the job requirement by some employers to sign non-disclosure agreements or other agreements that prevent an employee from talking about their employment publicly and legislation should be passed that bans these types of mandatory pre-employment terms.

The movement has done a great job in highlighting this cause but by drawing it into the public eye has it also allowed once respected figures to be tried by the media?

Now we want to hear your views.

By Jenna Lewis

YOUR PAPER - YOUR VOICE - YOUR OPINION www.euroweeklynews.com

Gender violence HELLO EWN, I find it very admirable that your paper in print and online has had such good coverage of stories sur­ rounding gender violence. It does shock me that there are SO many cases here, dare I ask if it is part of the culture? I hope not.

However, I do notice that most re­ ported on are male against female violence and as a male victim of fe­ male violence in the past, I won­ dered if there are fewer cases of that in Spain or if it is something that is not talked about due to male pride.

I also attended the Solidarity Race in Fuengirola and was blown away by the number of children in atten­ dance. Let’s hope that it is a good sign and we are teaching our chil­ dren from a young age that violence is unacceptable whether it is against men or women.

Keep up the good work.

HAVE YOUR SAY

All letters by email or post should carry the writer’s address, NIE and contact number though only the name and town will be published.

Close the stable door after the horse has bolted!!! A Cobra meeting, and how long is that going to take?

And will it be effective? In the meantime people have to be afraid.

Lilian Benzies

All for a selfie?- poor thing!

Some humans need to learn how to respect animals in general but wildlife really need it even more. This is beyond selfish and tragic.

Teresa Tracy Ramsey

Get your money back millions available!

Santander is a terrible bank. I have been waiting over three months for my new credit cards and when I

COMMENTS FROM FACEBOOK asked where they were, I was verbally abused by a member of their staff in Torrevieja, and despite con­ tacting their help line twice still no cards!

Rita Taylor Young

Bless her may she rest in peace x The judicial system in this country is totally broken. So sad for this lady’s family and friends... Look at Hillsbor­ ough result... More proof that our judicial system, is it fit for purpose!!

Amanda Jelley

LAST WEEK’S POLL: Do you think that November is too early to put your Christmas tree up?

• No

24% 76%

Like us on Facebook (@EuroWeeklyNews) and get involved!

CORRECTIONS

Readers who have missed correspondence can see all letters - which can be edited before publication - posted on: www.euroweeklynews.com.

Emergency Cobra Committee Meeting

Alex Cox

• Yes

EWN 71

Hypocrisy?

That flight she took to help Greta would have flown anyway whether or not she was on that plane. Greta’s action is symbolic, highlighting the need for change.

Why don’t you address the real issue at hand and of­ fer solutions??

John Petersen

Andalucia to invest €1m to keep British tourists happy.

Tourism is the lifeblood of the region. Targeting Asia is a sound move ­ China is a premier source of tourists in the West now. Some places are actually making their town Chinese­friendly in the same way a lot of the Costa has signs in English.

Brian Photastic

POLL OF THE WEEK Due to recent allegations, Prince Andrew was forced to step down from his royal duties. Should he be stripped of his title, too?

• Yes

• No

At the EWN, we pride ourselves that reports are accurate and fair. If we do slip up, we promise to set the record straight in a clear, no-nonsense manner. To ask for an inaccuracy to be corrected. Email: editorial@euroweeklynews.com

72 EWN

7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Animal Park 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Island Medics 12:45pm The Customer is Always Right 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 Garden Rescue 5:30pm The Repair Shop 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six 7:30pm BBC London News 8:00pm The One Show 9:00pm DIY SOS 10:00pm The Apprentice 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:30pm Regional News and Weather 11:40pm Weather 11:45pm Plastic Surgery Undressed 12:40am Angels of the North 12:55am Angels of the North 1:10am Michael McIntyre's Big Show

9:30am

7:00am

7:00am

9:30am 10:25am 11:30am 1:30pm 2:30pm 2:55pm 3:00pm 4:00pm 4:59pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:30pm 11:00pm 11:30pm 11:45pm 12:45am 1:35am

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

Good Morning Britain Lorraine Judge Rinder This Morning Loose Women ITV Lunchtime News ITV News London Dickinson's Real Deal The Switch ITV London Weather Tipping Point Cash Trapped ITV News London ITV Evening News Emmerdale Coronation Street The X Factor: The Band ITV News at Ten and Weather ITV News London Peston Monster Carp Ideal World

10:00am 11:00am 12:00pm 1:00pm 2:00pm 2:30pm 3:15pm

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

7:20am

7:45am 8:10am 9:00am 9:30am 10:25am 11:25am 11:50am 12:15pm 1:15pm 1:45pm 2:50pm 3:45pm 4:50pm 5:50pm 6:50pm 8:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:30pm 12:00am 12:30am

Sam & Shauna's Big Cook Out BBC News at 9 Victoria Derbyshire BBC Newsroom Live Politics Live The Best Dishes Ever The Best Christmas Food Ever Holiday of My Lifetime with Len Goodman Who Do You Think You Are? The Hairy Bikers Home for Christmas Eggheads Flog It! Richard Osman's House of Games Strictly: It Takes Two The Andrew Neil Show MasterChef: The Professionals The Baby Has Landed The Apprentice: You're Fired!

Newsnight Weather

8:00pm

Beyond 100 Days BBC News teams in Washington DC and London report on the events that are shaping the world.

8:30pm University Challenge 9:00pm Hidden Killers 10:00pm Digging for Britain 11:00pm Vic & Bob's Big Night Out Vic presents Bob with a striking new wig, before revealing his secret beat boxing skills.

11:30pm Gone Fishing: Mortimer & Whitehouse 12:00am Gone Fishing: Mortimer & Whitehouse 12:30am Thailand: Earth's Tropical Paradise 1:30am Oceans Apart: Art and the Pacific with James Fox 2:30am The High Art of the Low Countries 3:30am Digging for Britain

7:30am 8:45am

The Planet's Funniest Animals Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records You've Been Framed!

Dinner Date Emmerdale You've Been Framed!

The Ellen DeGeneres Show Superstore Superstore Dress to Impress Emmerdale You've Been Framed!

The Ellen DeGeneres Show Supermarket Sweep Dinner Date Dress to Impress Take Me Out You've Been Framed!

Through the Keyhole Family Guy Family Guy Family Guy American Dad!

7:00am

7:00am 7:25am 8:15am 9:10am 10:15am 11:25am 12:30pm 1:35pm 2:40pm

7:55am 8:50am 9:50am 11:00am 11:30am 1:40pm 2:45pm 3:15pm 3:50pm 4:55pm 6:55pm 7:55pm 9:00pm 11:00pm 12:05am 1:05am

Classic Coronation Street Classic Emmerdale Heartbeat George and Mildred Man About the House Agatha Christie's Marple Heartbeat Classic Emmerdale Classic Emmerdale Classic Coronation Street Agatha Christie's Marple Heartbeat Agatha Christie's Poirot Vera Hatton Garden In Plain Sight A Touch of Frost

9:40am 11:10am 12:05pm 1:00pm 1:05pm 2:05pm 3:10pm 4:00pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 12:00am

King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA Undercover Boss USA Channel 4 News The People's Vet Escape to the Chateau: DIY Countdown Find it, Fix it, Flog it A Place in the Sun Kirstie's Handmade Christmas The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News The Secret Life of the Zoo My Grandparents' War 999: What's Your Emergency?

24 Hours in A&E Seventy-year-old lung cancer patient Marion is rushed to St George's with suspected sepsis.

The Protectors The Saint Kojak Quincy, M.E. Minder The Sweeney The Professionals The Saint Kojak A mysterious criminal plants bombs around the city which cannot be disarmed.

3:40pm Quincy, M.E. 4:45pm Minder 5:50pm The Professionals 6:55pm The Sweeney 8:00pm The Chase 9:00pm Made in Britain 10:00pm Gordon, Gino and Fred: Road Trip 11:00pm Lethal Weapon 12:10am FYI Daily 12:15am Lethal Weapon 1:20am Wanted 2:20am FYI Daily

7:45am 7:55am 8:10am 8:25am 8:45am 9:00am 9:10am 9:25am 9:45am 10:00am

WEDNESDAY TV

Fireman Sam Thomas & Friends Shane the Chef Peppa Pig Top Wing Paw Patrol Floogals Becca's Bunch Little Princess Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 10:15am Jeremy Vine 12:15pm Christmas Coincidence 1:50pm Neighbours 2:20pm Access 2:30pm A Holiday Wish Come True 4:15pm A Christmas Comeback 6:00pm 5 News at 5 6:30pm Friends 7:00pm Neighbours 7:30pm 5 News Tonight 8:00pm The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard 9:00pm Secrets of Your Supermarket Food 10:00pm Aldi at Christmas 11:00pm It's Your Fault I'm Fat 12:05am Gypsy Kids: Our Secret World

7:00am Hollyoaks 8:00am Don't Tell the Bride 9:00am Mike & Molly 10:00am Young Sheldon 11:00am The Big Bang Theory 12:00pm The Goldbergs 12:30pm The Goldbergs 1:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 1:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 2:00pm The Big Bang Theory 2:30pm The Big Bang Theory 3:00pm Mike & Molly 3:30pm Mike & Molly 4:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 4:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 5:00pm The Goldbergs 5:30pm The Goldbergs 6:00pm Don't Tell the Bride 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Hollyoaks 8:30pm Come Dine with Me 9:00pm Gogglesprogs 10:00pm The Inbetweeners 10:30pm The Inbetweeners 11:00pm Rick and Morty 11:35pm Rick and Morty 12:10am The Big Bang Theory 12:35am The Big Bang Theory 1:00am First Dates 2:10am Gogglebox

7:00am

8:30am Poseidon 10:15am Robin Hood 12:10pm Solo: A Star Wars Story 2:30pm Die Hard 4:45pm Poseidon 6:30pm Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World 9:00pm Solo: A Star Wars Story 11:20pm Die Hard 1:35am Rambo

7:00am Crypto 9:10am A Christmas in Royal Fashion 10:55am Info not available 11:25am Charlie Says 1:30pm How the Grinch Stole Christmas 3:10pm Happy Death Day 2U College student Tree Gelbman repeatedly lived through her own murder at the hands of a killer in a baby mask, until she learned how to outwit him and escape her fate.

5:00pm Bel Canto 7:00pm Crypto Young Wall Street banker Martin Duran hasn't been back to his home town since his mother's death a decade earlier.

9:00pm How the Grinch Stole Christmas 10:30pm Charlie Says 12:25am Happy Death Day 2U

12:00pm The Fantasy Football Club 12:30pm Football's Greatest Players 1:00pm EFL Greatest Games 1:15pm EFL Greatest Games 1:30pm SPFL Greatest Games 1:45pm SPFL Greatest Games 2:00pm EFL Goals: Championship 2:30pm Football Countdowns 3:00pm Football Years 4:00pm Championship Season Review 5:00pm The Fantasy Football Club 5:30pm EFL Goals: Championship 6:00pm EFL Greatest Games 6:30pm SPFL Greatest Games 7:00pm EFL Highlights 8:00pm EFL Goals: Championship 8:30pm Live EFL 11:15pm EFL Goals: Championship 11:45pm EFL Greatest Games 12:00am Football's Greatest Players

8:25am My Cousin Vinny 10:30am A Little Something for Your Birthday 12:15pm The Holiday 2:35pm Metal Heart 4:20pm Bad Teacher 6:10pm Crazy, Stupid, Love 8:20pm Date Night 10:00pm The 40 Year Old Virgin 12:00am Old Boys 1:40am Lost in London

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

Good Morning Sports Fans Bitesize Good Morning Sports Fans Good Morning Sports Fans Good Morning Sports Fans Football Centre Football Centre Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Drive Time USA Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News at 5 Sky Sports News at 6 Soccer Special PreMatch Live EFL The Debate Live PGA Tour Golf The Presidents Cup.

The schedules for the television programme pages are provided by an external company: we regret that any changes or errors are not the responsibility of Euro Weekly News.

73

www.euroweeklynews.com • 5 - 11 December 2019 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SPONSOR GO TO WWW.LINEADIRECTA.COM

YOUR STARS

TIME OUT

FOR NEXT 7 DAYS AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19) During at least one part of your week the glamorous Sun comes out to shine, and together with the new Moon in realistic Capricorn, sweeps across your working, home and social life. Go-getters will definitely benefit from whatever moves are afoot.

PISCES (February 20 - March 20) Trust your instincts about those who chop and change. Chill out on Tuesday, and start planning next year's ideas - with the Sun making friendly aspects with determined Saturn, you should be concentrating on promoting all you have to offer.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20) Be ready for a refreshing cycle of possibilities, as the Sun is in charge of your short and longterm aspirations. Regardless of what is happening in the background, or whatever thankless tasks niggle you on Wednesday and Friday, your efforts will reward you at work, or wherever you need to improve your situation.

Meanwhile, watch your diet.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) You, of all the signs, best know the value of taking each day as it happens. It's the old story of making time to catch up with life's little routines. Spread your efforts, and you'll reach your goals much faster. The tempo is picking up, and what you encounter will confirm that you're getting somewhere.

GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) Both kind-hearted Venus and butterfly Mercury flutter with luck. This week's planetary sound-bites suggest that you widen your social circle and conquer new horizons. Also, the lively Sun is ready to dawn on a positive outlook for any long-term changes. Forget the hassles, and dig deep. Take Thursday and the weekend in your stride.

CANCER (June 22 - July 23) If you cannot avoid conflicting opinions or certain odds and ends, accept them and show just how tactful you can be. You might not hold a winning hand, but at one point you'll be able to teach as well as learn. In your head-to-head discussions, leave things as they are until the signs are right.

LEO (July 24 - August 23) Even if you've been feeling out of sorts or confused about a certain person or your future, it won't be long before you get a clearer picture. All things change eventually, so don't apply any unnecessary pressure to yourself or others. You'll be surprised at how much better you feel, especially if you're expecting a gleam of hope.

‘Greetings cards featuring artwork by AudreyQ are available at P.C. Highway, Javea with profits going to Aspadis, a Valencian charity for severely handicapped children.’

VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) Considering some of the things that are about to happen, you'll be wise to follow your feelings.

Your ability to analyse and understand other people is one of your supreme assets. The links between your job, personal and family lives suggest that you need to be a jot more flexible.

LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) Regardless of the weather or other mixed blessings, you should try and get off the grindstone.

Although the emphasis seems to be on home, family and practical property tasks, you'll be running true to Libran form, trying to help everyone around you. Don't forget that the planets are positively geared towards fresh steps and new projects.

SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) Your workaday, family and financial trends offer little respite from ironing out a variety of comings and goings. This is partly because not everyone is being co-operative, but it would be a big mistake to rock any boats close to you.

Cartoon by Audrey Quinton www.audreyq.co.uk

LOTTERY UK NATIONAL LOTTERY Saturday November 30

8

16

24

36

40

57

51

IRISH LOTTO Saturday November 30

6

7

19

22

24

46

CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) Your ambitious streak will be in full flow. Stay glued to what you do best, and it will be much easier to get others on your side.

The new Moon in Capricorn will heighten your chances of making the right contacts or receiving some useful advice. If you're tempted to buy home-related items or useful gadgets, budget with care.

BONUS BALL

11

EURO MILLIONS Tuesday November 26

BONUS BALL

2

3

15

5 8

34

19

Friday November 29

BONUS BALL

3

SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) If you're single, get out and about, and if you're job hunting or working towards a particular result, stay on course. This is definitely a phase to follow your instincts. With the spotlight on your social, home and selfmotivated activities, you could be in for some unexpected surprises.

BONUS BALL

7

12

6 8

50

42

EL MILLON: ZQF60714 LA PRIMITIVA Thursday November 28

7

11

21

41

43

46

BONUS BALL

16 2

JOKER: 2 781 963 Saturday November 30

2

4

7

9

16

41

BONUS BALL

25

3

JOKER: 8 944 023 EL GORDO DE LA PRIMITIVA Sunday December 1

9

21 41

30 53

BONUS BALL

8

Famous quote

‘

No one is useless in this world who lightens the burden of it to anyone else.”

Charles Dickens Source: Wikipedia

Women’s wit

‘

A woman is like a tea bag: you can’t tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water.”

Eleanor Roosevelt

74

www.euroweeklynews.com • 5 - 11 December 2019

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SPONSOR GO TO

WWW.LINEADIRECTA.COM Quick

Cryptic

TIME

Across 1 Look for fallen arches (6) 4 Worsen new proprietors (6) 9 Jump over arched roof (5) 10 Olga won, unfortunately, through wrong score (3,4) 11 Eve's late, perhaps, but gives a lift (8) 12 Tie up in the rubbish container and finish (4) 14 Shaken spearhead and raced off (6) 16 Five lodged in shocking holes, positive slums (6) 19 Fuel is nothing in California (4) 20 All too human a story in which evil is overthrown (8) 23 Associate with a regal spouse (7) 24 Hammer costing a quid? (5) 25 Taking food, for example, out of a can? (6) 26 He takes a chance on being restored to health (6) Down 1 So six aliens are elected by the Russians? (7) 2 A quaintly pleasing French accent?

(5) 3 Get a Scot to build homes (8) 5 Pale old penny that’s used by a magician (4) 6 Eastern cause arousing intense feeling (7) 7 South African boy's food mixture (5)

8 Pigeon poet? (5) 13 In a wood everyone must rise and fall (8) 15 Opposed to a giant’s organisation (7) 17 Slim person loaning shilling first (7)

Code Breaker

18 Celebration for political group (5) 19 Money, we hear, in hidden store (5) 21 Straight to the point, though it's dull (5) 22 Some editor needlessly in two minds (4)

Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 9 represents Z and 26 represents B, so fill in Z every time the figure 9 appears and B every time the figure 26 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 Secured (8) 8 Once more (5) 9 Bellows (5) 10 Cipher (4) 11 Round, red fruit (6) 13 Traditional story (6) 15 Footwear (4) 18 Impart skills or knowledge to (5) 19 Be in accord (5) 20 Catch off guard (8)

English - Spanish

Across 1 Candado (7) 5 Prawn (5) 8 Cadete (5) 9 Calf (animal) (7) 10 Parade (procession) (7) 11 Mouse (5) 12 Bug (insect) (5) 14 To hunt (5) 19 Yemas (de huevos) (5) 21 Tracks (not asphalted) (7) 23 Often (1,6) 24 Leather (5) 25 Sabroso (5) 26 Symptom (7)

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION FACING PAGE

Down 2 Accolade (5) 3 Very small (4) 4 Not wide (6) 5 Play (5) 6 Found out (10) 7 Carefully thought out in advance (10) 12 Fix firmly and stably (6) 14 Seizes suddenly (5) 16 Damages (5) 17 Two items of the same kind (4)

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

Down 1 Choppy (sea) (6) 2 Fingers (of hand, glove) (5) 3 Avestruz (7) 4 Gatito (6) 5 To spin (5) 6 Sample (7) 7 Alrededor de (6) 13 Enfermedad (7) 15 Warehouse (7) 16 Tirano (6) 17 A través de (6) 18 Broom (brush) (6) 20 Estudio (5) 22 Grandson (5)

E OUT

75

www.euroweeklynews.com • 5 - 11 December 2019 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SPONSOR GO TO

WWW.LINEADIRECTA.COM

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 (HURTLE) and one letter in four other cells are given as clues.

BEYOND CLUMSY COMEDY CRINGE FUNGAL GAIETY GUNMEN HURTLE (10) LIABLE MANAGE MOTLEY NAUSEA OMELET ORANGE PAYOUT SHIMMY SYLVAN TENNIS VENOUS

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION 1 Clergy 2 Burden 3 Jumble 4 Anther 5 Debtor 6 Bounce 7 Heater 8 Moment 9 Ethane 10 Honest 11 Nimbus 12 Netted 13 Teeing 14 Redden 15 Strict 16 Fennel 17 Decree 18 Emerge 19 Series.

Nonagram

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.

Kakuro

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

Fill all the empty squares using the numbers 1 to 9, so that the sum of each horizontal block equals the ‘clue’ on its left, and the sum of each vertical block equals the clue on its top. No number may be used in the same block more than once.

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION

TARGET:

TARGET: • Average: 21 • Good: 29

• Very good: 42 • Excellent: 55

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

Average: 11 Good: 16 Very good: 23

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION

Excellent: 29

eats gets gate gats gape stew stag stage state stow stowage stoa stoat stop stope step stet wets wage wags wats watt atop teat teapot tags tatty tape towage totty tote totem tope otto tats tots oats opts octet oboe page pate pats patty pots potage potato potto potty poet poem polo pets ebon coat coats coapts cote cots cope cyme conte boat boats bots bets beta boycott bonce meow once

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION adit ante anti atom date dent diet dint dote edit emit etna into iota item mate meat mint mite moat mont mote neat note omit tame team tend tide tied time tine toad toed tome tone admit ament anted atone dated demit doted mated matin meant monte noted oaten tamed tided timed tinea tined toned atoned detain diatom donate inmate iodate mantid minted moated tandem amniote donated mediant oddment toadied dominate DOMINATED

SOURCE: Pocketcoach

QUICK Across: 1 Stable, 4 Duet, 8 Buttercup, 9 Even, 10 Unless, 13 Scarab, 15 Boar, 18 Overdraft, 19 Fate, 20 Tennis.

CODE BREAKER

Down: 1 Success, 2 Amble, 3 Late, 5 Uncle, 6/18 Tip off, 7 Jeans, 11 Surplus, 12 Handy, 14 Alert, 16 Often, 17 Bare.

CRYPTIC

ENGLISH-SPANISH

Across:

Across:

1 Infanta, 5 Storm, 8 Cease, 9 Roister, 10 Turnips, 11 Glide, 12 Cadge, 14 Ashen, 19 Acres, 21 Agitate, 23 Tangent, 24 Prose, 25 Relay, 26 Ratings.

1 Anger, 4 Multa, 8 Amistad, 9 Voice, 10 Creer, 11 Cerca de, 12 Rosado, 14 Escape, 18 Cerilla, 20 Shout, 22 Paper, 23 Presión, 24 Dance, 25 Trono.

Down: 1 Incite, 2 Flair, 3 Needing, 4 Afresh, 5 Sling, 6 Outline, 7 Marvel, 13 Adrenal, 15 Snippet, 16 Batter, 17 Banter, 18 Deters, 20 Seedy, 22 Acorn.

Down:

1 Atascar, 2 Gripe, 3 Retired, 4 Médico, 5 Lover, 6 Ahijada, 7 Piece, 13 Striped, 15 Suspect, 16 Estanco, 17 Magpie, 18 Capaz, 19 Lirón, 21 Olivo.

App of the week

STRESS FREE POCKETCOACH is a digital coach for anxiety sufferers. Framed as a messaging system it is designed to help you develop the coping skills to manage anxiety. Based on evidence-based therapies like Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Stress-Reduction (MBSR), the relatively slow feed of information forces you to slow down and take it all in, and the demeanour is extremely friendly.

QUIZ: WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE 1. According to the Gospel of John, what was the first miracle performed by Jesus 2. According to USGS (United States Geological Survey), what percentage of the Earth’s surface is water-covered: (a) 51 per cent, (b) 61 per cent or (c) 71 per cent?

3. In a game of water polo, how many players are allowed in the water from each team at one time?

4. Set in Baltimore in 1962, which award-winning 2017 American romantic dark fantasy film tells the story of a mute cleaner at a high-security government laboratory who falls in love with a captured humanoid amphibian creature?

5. The Watergate scandal involving abuse of power and bribery and obstruction of justice led to the resignation of which US president in 1974?

6. What name is given to a hot spring in which water intermittently boils, sending a tall column of water and steam into the air?

7. What was the name of the British female comedy duo, particularly remembered for their contribution to film and radio entertainment during World War II, created by sisters Elsie and Doris Waters?

8. Which alcoholic beverage is created by fermenting honey with water, sometimes with various fruits, spices, grains, or hops?

9. Which American country singer topped the UK singles chart in May 1958 with Whole Lotta Woman?

10. Which famous actor starred as the dockworker Terry Malloy in the !954 US crime drama film ‘On The Waterfront’?

Not a lot of people know that… a leaky tap that drips at the rate of one drip per second can waste more than 3,000 gallons per year.

Answers: 1. TURNING WATER INTO WINE at the marriage at Cana, 2. C – 71 PER CENT, 3. SEVEN - six players that play out and one goalkeeper, 4. THE SHAPE OF WATER, 5. RICHARD NIXON, 6. GEYSER, 7. GERT AND DAISY, 8. MEAD, 9. MARVIN RAINWATER, 10. MARLON BRANDO

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTIONS

TIME OUT BOOKS

SOURCE: Amazon

76

www.euroweeklynews.com • 5 - 11 December 2019

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SPONSOR GO TO WWW.LINEADIRECTA.COM

Weather

Costa del Sol TOMORROW

TODAY ANTEQUERA

ANTEQUERA

COIN RONDA

MIJAS

COIN RONDA

MALAGA

BENALMADENA MARBELLA

MALAGA

BENALMADENA MARBELLA

ESTEPONA

This week in history

Here I go again

MIJAS

ESTEPONA

SATURDAY Almeria

Malaga TODAY: MAX 17 MIN 10-CL

Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed -

18 19 19 19 18 17

Bilbao

TODAY: MAX 17, MIN 12-CL

10 - Cl 9-S 10 - S 10 - Cl 10 - S 10 - S

Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed -

17 17 17 18 17 16

10 - Cl 10 - S 11 - S 11 - S 11 - S 10 - S

Madrid

TODAY: MAX 13, MIN 6-SH

Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed -

14 14 13 13 12 12

7 - Cl 9 - Cl 9 - Sh 9 - Sh 8 - Sh 9 - Sh

TODAY: MAX 14, MIN 3 -CL

13 13 12 12 11 10

Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed -

2-S 3-S 5 - Cl 4 - Cl 4 - Cl 6 - Cl

Alicante

Benidorm

Mallorca

Barcelona

TODAY: MAX 16, MIN 10-SH

TODAY: MAX 15, MIN 11-SH

TODAY: MAX 17, MIN 9-SH

TODAY: MAX 15, MIN 6-SH

Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed -

16 17 19 19 18 17

S: Sun

10 - Sh 8-S 10 - S 9 - Cl 8-S 9-S

17 17 19 18 17 17

Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Cl: Clear

9 - Cl 9-S 11 - S 10 - Cl 10 - S 11 - S

Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed -

17 17 17 17 16 16

9-S 10 - S 11 - S 10 - Cl 10 - Cl 10 - Cl

C: Cloudy

Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed -

15 15 15 15 15 14

6-S 6-S 7-S 6-S 6 - Cl 7 - Cl

ANTEQUERA

COIN RONDA

MIJAS

MALAGA

BENALMADENA MARBELLA ESTEPONA

Sh: Showers

Sn: Snow

Th: Thunder

books@euroweeklynews.com

Sudoku LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION

SOURCE: Wikipedia

• Little Richard, Musician, December 5, 87 that is intoxicating, gravelly and mellow. Along His flamboyant style, sexy lyrics, and dynamic with singing and acting, he also composes music music defined the rock and roll music in 50’s and writes songs.

America. He revolutionised the music world by • Mary, Queen of Scots, December 8 Queen of Scotland from 1542 to 1567. She was introducing a certain kind of freedom characterised by the open expression of sexuality and rebellion. the daughter of King James V of Scotland and Little Richard.

• Andrew Flintoff MBE, Cricketer, December 6, his second wife, Mary of Guise, and was the 42 only surviving legitimate child of the king. Mary was AKA Freddie Flintoff, an English television presenter and beheaded in Fotheringhay Castle, Northamptonshire, on February 8, 1587. She was 44 years old. former international cricketer. He played all forms of the game and was one of the sport’s leading all rounders, a fast • Judi Dench, British actress, December 9, 85 bowler, middle order batsman and slip fielder.

Best known for her role as ‘M’ in the 007 James Bond • Tom Waits, Singer, December 7, 70 movies. She made her professional theatre debut at the Royal Court Theatre as Ophelia in ‘Hamlet.’ In the course American singer and actor blessed with a distinctive voice

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.

of her career she has won over 50 awards with more than 200 nominations which include a Best Supporting Actress, Academy Award, for her role in ‘Shakespeare in Love.’

• Sir Kenneth Branagh, British thespian, December 10, 59 Actor, producer, director, and screenwriter, he is well known for his film and TV adaptations of a number of Shakespeare’s plays. In 2015, he became the President of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art. • Marco Pierre White, Chef, December 11, 58 Influential British chef and restaurateur dubbed the first celebrity chef of the UK restaurant scene. Popularly known as the Godfather of modern-day cooking, White became the youngest chef to win three Michelin stars.

Word Ladder TEXT

BULL BACK

DVD

Golden age

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

TEXT TEAT TEAL (BEAT) TELL (BELT) BELL BULL

BIRTHDAYS

Euro Weekly News strives for accuracy, but cannot be held responsible for any errors in published forecasts

Solution TEXT TEST BEST BELT BELL BULL or

A FABULOUS insight int o the golden age o f 1970s and 80’s rock and roll told through the eyes of legendary Whitesnake guitarist Bernie Marsden.

The story of a smalltown boy who dreamed of pl aying the guitar and ended up a rock n’ ro l l star.

Fr om tours in Co l d War Germany and Franco’s S pain, to meetin g and befriending George Harrison and touring Europe with AC/DC. It’s a story of hard graft, life on the road, writing iconic rock songs and being in one o f the bigges t rock bands of all time.

Packed with anecdotes and encounters with the likes of Ringo Starr, Elton John, Ozzy Osborne and B B King. Where ’s My Guitar?: An Ins id e Story of British Rock and Roll is a remarkable look into the highs and lows of being a true mus ic leg end.

1921 - Eire The Irish Free State is declared, ending a five-year Irish struggle for independence from Britain.

It later severed ties with Britain and was renamed Eire, and is now called the Republic of Ireland.

1941 - Pearl Harbour A swarm of 360 Japanese warplanes descended on the US naval base at Pearl Harbour in a ferocious assault. The surprise attack struck a critical blow against the US Pacific fleet and drew the United States into the Second World War. 1978 - Lufthansa Heist Half a dozen masked robbers raided the Lufthansa Airlines cargo building at JFK Airport in New York, making off with more than five million dollars in cash and almost one million in jewellery.

1980 - The Beatles John Lennon is shot and killed by an obsessed fan in New York City.

The 40-year-old artist was entering his luxury Manhattan apartment building when Mark David Chapman shot him four times at close range.

1992 - Royal split British Prime Minister John Major announces the formal separation of Charles, Prince of Wales and his wife, Princess Diana.

2009 - Science-fiction epic Avatar makes its world debut in London and goes on to become the highest-grossing movie in history. The box-office megahit was praised for its state-ofthe-art technology and earned nine Academy Award nominations.

ONE of the most anticipated films of the year, Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood visits 1969 Los Angeles. The movie industry is changing for fading TV Western star Rick Dalton (DiCaprio) and his longtime stunt double Cliff Booth (Pitt) as they struggle to land major parts in a business they once ruled. The comedy-drama is a love letter to Hollywood’s bygone era with beautiful scenery, a fantastic musical score and a shocking twist. Be prepared for the usual Tarantino gore.

FEATURE

www.euroweeklynews.com

MARBELLA MOMENTS

BY NICOLE KING I’VE met so many more cool people over the past few weeks that I thought it pertinent to let you know who they are so you can go check out Marbella Now ­ our daily Eng­ lish magazine TV show on RTV Mar­ bella that helps connect our 140 plus nationalities that call Marbella ‘home.’

This week’s #MN241 we recorded in the new OWL ‘Organic with love’ in Benamara. We meet and chat with Oxana Mess, the owner of this organic food and healthy life­style hang­out space that offers a world of wonders for all ages, to complement the existing two other OWLs in Mar­ bella and San Pedro. OWL is now al­ so a new #ZeroHero partner offering free soft drinks for the designated driver!

Very appropriately for recording at this health conscious venue we welcome renowned chef and author Richard Fox, together with his wife Colette. They have come to Spain to

5 - 11 December 2019

EWN 77

Meeting Marbella live and to promote their new way of healthy eating and drinking, with style and with flavour according to their specific ‘Health Habit.’

We also welcome singer Wendy Halo thanks to Annabel Milnes­ Smith’s introduction and a return visit from Lynda Woodin, volunteer for Age Concern with reminders about their upcoming events, eg Christmas dinner at Links on Decem­ ber 12… book now! Also take note that the Helpline for Age Concern Marbella San Pedro is 689 355 198.

Our CIT Marbella guest of the week is Natalia Geiger who intro­ duces us to Transpersonal Coaching for Life and Leadership and with mental health being an important subject we also popped over to MI­ UC for their Psychology event held last week. We have some fascinating chats with the experts in this field who talked at the Forum, Eva Berkovic, Javier López­Ibor, Catalina Argüello Rodriguez and also with an­

Recording Marbella Now. other of the speakers Stuart Ashing on his personal approach to Life Coaching NLP & Hypnotherapy.

I’m saving the interview with Rox­ anne Claude, specialising in treating

addictions and the interview with the MIUC students who also made a pre­ sentation for next week’s #MN242 which we will be recording from the Kempinski Bahia hotel (to take ad­

vantage of their beautiful Christmas decorations and gingerbread house as the perfect backdrop!).

Last week’s show was also quite insightful with focus on all our local charities who share the same Christ­ mas plea for more volunteers and lots of clients shopping at their shops and you can meet Hugh Elliott, our new British Ambassador to Spain in an exclusive interview.

Other guests include Raphaël Co­ hen as Honorary Consul to Israel in Andalucia and journalist Montse San Francisco of ‘Ladies in Golf, a maga­ zine for ladies with swing’ which has filled a unique niche in our commu­ nity and is about to hold their first golf tournament to celebrate their first year of publication.

Next week more, so watch this space and in the meanwhile, re­ member, no matter where you are, restaurant, bar, supermarket, watch­ ing TV… you just never know whom you are going to meet in Marbella….

www.nicoleking.es • www.rtvmarbellanow.com • www.zerohero.es

The Consular Business Networking CONSULAR MATTERS REGULAR readers of my column will know that in addition to be­ ing the owner and founder of Just Law Spanish Solicitors in Fuengirola I am also the Danish Consul for Andalucia and Ex­ tremadura. In this role I am re­ sponsible for encouraging and developing trade relationships between Danish and Spanish businesses. Denmark, despite having a relatively small popula­ tion, is an important trading partner for Spain, and both countries being members of the European Union facilitates this.

Recently I was invited to Gourmet Cazorla in Linares, a company which produces liver pate. It was interesting to see the process from the initial raw in­ gredients to the finished product.

FACTORY VISIT: The factory is state of the art and is a credit to its owners.

The factory is state of the art and is a credit to its owners. They

even had a swimming pool for the employees to use, something

that comes in handy during the scorching Jaén summers. This

particular company was interest­ ed in trading with Denmark and of course I was happy to assist in my role. In addition I met with the mayor of Linares and was de­ lighted to hear his plans for the development of the local area.

What made this visit particular­ ly interesting was that at the same premises they had an art gallery and I was asked to open the exhibition of Carline Crabbe, the daughter of Arne Hauge Sørensen, a leading Danish artist living in Malaga Province.

It was a great honour to view all the paintings and attend the event afterwards. There are cer­ tainly some talented artists in An­ dalucia. I have to say that every day is different and I really do en­ joy my work at the Danish Con­ sulate.

I would also recommend this area for a visit as the landscape is stunning, there are interesting villages and a huge number of old castles dating back many years.

Marisa Moreno Castillo • Consul of Denmark • Lawyer at www.justlaw.es • info@justlaw.es • Tel. 952 666 045 - 336 373 535

HEALTH& Beauty 78

5 - 11 December 2019

to read more visit

www.euroweeklynews.com

Advertising Feature

The Many Great reasons to work CHRISTMAS time is fast approaching and many people across the world are prepar­ ing for a season full of shopping, food, vis­ its to family, and a lot of over­indulgence!

We know how amazing you are giving up your Christmas to care for a family who needs help is the ultimate gift to give and we want to thank you for it.

If you are in a booking over the two­week festive period, you can earn up to £1,800, as you will be paid double time for the five bank holidays, which are the 24th, 25th, 26th, 31st December and the 1st of Janu­ ary. You also could be in with a chance to win a £500 Red Letter Day voucher to spend on a wide range of life­changing ex­ periences.

As another thank you, we are holding an Advent Calendar prize draw! For all those carers working over the Christmas period, you will automatically be entered with a winner announced each day in December.

CHRISTMAS TIME: We want to thank carers who give us their help over the festive period.

With 25 goodie bags, Red Letter Day vouch­ ers and great rates of pay in December, we are sure to share some festive cheer for those truly inspirational carers who are willing to make a massive difference to so many lives.

You may be reading this and thinking its time for a new career for the new year. We are now accepting applications to train as a professional live­in carer which can give you the best of both worlds living in Spain and the flexibility of working in the UK. Consultus is the most experienced care agency in the UK and we can make it easy for you to focus on your career transition.

We can only accept applications from people with a British / EU passport.

Find out more about this fantastic opportunity email s.field@consultuscare.com or head to our website to apply. https://www.consultuscare.com

From all of us at Consultus Care and Nursing we wish you a merry Christmas X

The power of kindness A NEW study by Penn Medi­ cine at the University of Penn­ sylvania has resulted in some curious results.

They found that kind ges­

tures from strangers could boost well­being even more than a romantic relationship.

Small gestures from strangers, work colleagues and friends have been found to have a powerful effect on people.

Researchers at the presti­ gious academic medical centre followed the lives of 212 peo­ ple with questionnaires at vari­ ous times a day. The study found that people who feel loved every day are healthier and happier, whilst also being better at expressing their feel­ ings. Love that is not roman­ tic was seen to have just as much positive influence on people’s lives.

Simple acts such as helping someone with their bags, smil­ ing and greeting a stranger or sending someone a supportive text, triggers deep emotions of feeling loved and valued.

Because these gestures come from different people and they are unexpected, it seems they have a

stronger overall impact on hap­ piness versus love from just one person.

One researcher from Penn Medicine explained that feeling every day love is actually a much broader spectrum than what we tend to believe. Short, quick moments when you feel a connection and resonance with someone creates emotions of well­be­ ing.

The study was pub­ lished in the jour­

GESTURES: A supportive call or text is a boost to happiness.

nal Personality and Individual Differences and consisted in daily surveys to find out how people’s emotions fluctuated throughout their day. At first, a group of 52 people of varying ages were studied for one month, then another group of 160 undergraduate students for two months.

Participants would receive questions via text six times a day at different intervals.

They were asked about their mood, any notable moments and their daily accomplish­ ments. Generally, it was seen that feelings of love rose for participants as their day went on, and people reported feel­ ing happier after experiencing what they considered to be kind­hearted gestures.

Most surprising, was that these feelings of love didn’t de­ pend at all on the participants’ romantic relationship status, with single people feeling just as happy. The findings could mean new techniques for men­ tal health care and support.

HEALTH & BEAUTY

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

EWN 79

Advertising Feature

Facing the stark truth “I was a binge drinker who drank to blackout - but just couldn’t see I had any problem” Entrepreneur Lee, aged 48, grew up with an alcoholic father who made a fortune and then drank it all away and died from drinking. Lee very nearly did the same, until he was forced to face the stark truth…

“My father was an alcoholic. My mother left him when I was three. He had assets worth more than a million - but drank, gambled and drugged it away until he died penniless. Then after four serious health issues in five years, my mother died from alcoholism too.

Prior to her death I went to Al-Anon meetings that help people who have an alcoholic friend or relative. W hile there, we’d listen to the recovering alcoholics in the Alcoholics Anonymous (A A) meeting next door. But I had no idea I had a drink problem.

My first drink on my own was when I was 13. I drank to blackout most

times. I was a binge drinker.

I couldn’t stop when I started.

Meanwhile, to prove to my constantly criticising stepfather I could be somebody, I worked obsessively and built up a successful business empire. But that just became a source of stress that gave me more ‘reason’ to drink.

The point I decided I had to do something was when I went to a nightclub after drinking heavily. A guy I’d fallen out with saw me in the corner passed out and he had someone take a photo while he held me in a

headlock, with two girls either side laughing. H e sent the photo to me and I was so humiliated and angry.

At this same time a friend called who said: “ Y ou go to those alcoholic meetings don’t you, because I’ve got a friend with a drink problem too.” I was mortified he thought I was an alcoholic. I told him I didn’t go, but I could take her to the AA meeting.

At the meeting, someone gave her a leaflet with questions to see if you have a drink problem. I mentally ticked off yes to virtually every question.

So I went to an AA meeting and have not had a drink since then: N ovember 2007. I found a bunch of people who didn’t know me, yet knew the illness in me perfectly - and they were willing to love me and care for me until I could love myself.

I learned what had driven me to drink and what the causes were of my unhappiness and problems. Today I am a caring and loving person. M ost of my six children have never seen me drink and they have a father who adores them.

My life today here living in Spain is a gift.”

AA is located along the entire Costa del Sol and there is a meeting with friendly people who will understand your problems somewhere near you every day. Call the AA helpline for support: 600 379 110. Visit the website for help and information: www.aacostadelsol.com.

All the trimmings EVERYONE knows that Christmas is the time of the year when delicious food is aplenty and clothes get a little tighter come the New Year and research has shown the average person will gain a pound over the festive season.

Although one pound isn’t much, nutrition­ ists say that often people don’t lose the weight afterwards. To avoid overindulging, it’s good to be aware of what a healthy portion looks like. Based on your personal nutritional needs, calculate the ideal amount of food. The NHS has their own online calorie checker for over 150,000 types of food and drinks.

For popular food choices there are also healthier options. Roasted turkey is healthy, but deep­frying will add more fat. For stuffing, add more vegetables and go lighter on the bread. Adding carrots and celery to your pota­ toes will lighten your mash, as well as using low­fat milk. Remember to stop eating once satisfied, watch alcohol intake, use smaller plates and eat healthier appetizers.

But above all, Christmas is a time to enjoy with friends and family, so don’t be overly harsh with yourself. It’s how you eat on a regu­ lar basis that really matters.

OVERINDULGING: December is the month of delicious food.

SOCIAL SCENE U p d a t e o n f o o d , d r i n k , e n t e r t a i n m e n t s , w h a t ’s o n a n d w e e k l y h a p p e n i n g s

80

5 - 11 December 2019

to read more visit

www.euroweeklynews.com

CELEBRITIES

Katie’s woes FREQUENT Marbella visitor Katie Price has the weight of the world on her shoul­ ders at the moment after being dealt several devas­ tating blows in a short pe­ riod of time.

Businesswoman and for­ mer glamour model Katie, 41, was declared bankrupt at a court after facing fur­ ther legal action over her spiralling debts and discov­ ered that not only is her toyboy ex Charles Drury, 22, considering suing her, but she has received court orders prompting her to pay her ex­husband Alex Reid £140,000 in legal fees As if that wasn’t enough Ka t i e ’ s o n / o f f b e a u Kr i s Boyson split from her again following concerns about ‘all the pressure she’s under.’

MADRID BORN MODEL: Elsa Pataky, the star of Fast and Furious 6.

Flying visit KATIE PRICE: The businesswoman and former glamour model has concerns about pressure.

Rubbing salt in the wound, it looked like her other ex­husband and fa­ ther of two of her children Peter Andre was in very good spirits as he enjoyed a free trip to Spain.

Forty­one­year­old Pete bagged a lucrative gig play­ ing to VIP guests at Jet.2’s travel conference in Calpe

on the Costa Blanca and managed to keep his social media updated with photos from the fun­packed event.

After wowing fans with a performance of his greatest hits the first night, Peter was back on form the fol­ lowing night as he attend­ ed a fancy­dress party dressed as a Pharaoh.

MODEL and actress Elsa Pataky spent a whirlwind 24 hours in her native Spain to promote the lingerie brand Women’s Secret, of which she is the face of, and their Kissmass Collection.

The beauty, who is married to Thor star Chris Hemsworth, revealed that their daughter India Rose has been bitten by the acting bug. “She has her first lines in the end of year school show,” said Elsa.

Her daughter’s debut was the reason the trip to her homeland was such a brief one as she wanted to be back in Australia in time for seven-year-old India’s big moment. “I can’t miss it. I don’t want to create a bad memory for her - these are the things that stick with you for life.”

Elsa said her daughter was desperate to come on the trip to Spain. “She told me: ‘take me, I want to go to Spain - without boys - just you and me.’ It broke my heart,” and added “She loves Spain. She speaks Spanish very well and she went to a summer camp and made Spanish friends and she’s desperate to see them.”

The same cannot be said for her hunky hubby, “At home, I talk (to the kids) all the time in Spanish, and when I do, Chris doesn’t understand a thing,” she explained.

SOCIAL SCENE

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

EWN 81

Advertising Feature

Elegant Christmas on the Marina THE Harbour Bar and Restaurant is the epitome of elegance and good food. Situated on the first floor of the Royal Yacht Club in Marbella, the restaurant offers stunning views across the marina and the sparkling Mediterranean Sea. Along with the breathtaking views, The Harbour Marbella of­ fers a vibrant atmosphere and de­ licious food seven days a week from 10am to 11pm. The opulent bar area is classic and comfort­ able and a large fresh dining area leads onto the beautiful terrace, from where guests can watch the boats bobbing in the marina.

A prime location and exquisite décor makes The Harbour Mar­ bella the place to be and a profes­ sional team will make sure your experience is impeccable. All food is made with the highest quality

THE HARBOUR: A prime location and the venue has been dressed spectacularly for the festive season.

of local produce and a set lunch menu is available every day and is fantastic value for money. The in­ ternational à la Carte menu offers something for everyone, with

anything from Galician Fillet Steak and Home­made Pastas to Fresh Lobster and Oysters or Paella.

The Harbour Marbella has a spe­ cial offer three­course lunch menu

for €25 and Traditional Sunday Lunch with two courses accompa­ nied by Live Jazz Music for €20.

To make the Festive Season ex­ tra special, The Harbour Restau­

rant and Bar has dressed the venue spectacularly and cu­ rated special menus. Visit and get into the Christmas Spirit as you dine and watch the sunset.

Festivities begin on Decem­ ber 6 at 7.30pm with a Christ­ mas Carol Choir. Enjoy eggnog, mulled wine, Christ­ mas cookies and mince pies as you listen to the merry tunes.

For Corporate Christmas Par­ ties or family gatherings, there is a set menu that also includes heavenly mulled wine.

The Harbour Marbella is cur­ rently taking reservations for Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve, although availability is limit­ ed. Boxing Day and New Year’s Day will be good fun with live en­ tertainment and a special festive lunch menu.

Located in the heart of Marbella and offering opulence at good prices, The Harbour Restaurant and Bar is the perfect place to spend the Christmas Season in style. The restaurant nestles on the edge of the Marina and a car park is conveniently located a minute’s walk away. For reservations or more information call 952 865 534 or email Info@theharbourmarbella.com.

82 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

SOCIAL SCENE

Advertising Feature WITH more than 30 years of experi­ ence, the aptly named Scott Gray of The Scottish Butcher in Fuengirola knows a thing or two about top qual­ ity meat.

Based at the Mercacentro in Fuen­ girola with its fantastic free car park­ ing, Scott Gray offers a whole range of different meat products including large fresh chickens, gammon joints, fresh legs of lamb, sausage meat, stuffing, chipolatas, rolled pork with crackling, rolled rib of beef, rolled sir­ loin, duck and much more ­ all at af­ fordable prices.

All of his meat comes from natural farms and is supplied locally, with no additives or colouring added, so not only do you get the freshest and tastiest meat around, but you can re­ ally taste the difference!

Readers of Euro Weekly News can be the first to learn of special offers by turning to The Scottish Butcher’s weekly adverts in the paper and you can also chat with Scott about the most suitable meat for a whole range of different recipes and needs.

His beef is left on the bone for 21 days to ensure that delicious flavour and nowadays as people become more health conscious and don’t want additives, the Scottish Butcher

The Scottish Butcher best quality produce

TASTE THE DIFFERENCE: A wide range of quality meat at The Scottish Butcher. can boast that they offer absolutely pure mince meat with no colouring or additives and what’s more you can even buy lamb mince to allow you to make a genuine Shepherd’s Pie. The fat free chicken burgers are made from chicken breasts with no artificial additives to bulk out the meat.

Try some hearty beef olives which Scott produces himself or if you fan­ cy something a little exotic such as Venison or Wild Boar (or indeed al­ most any other cut of meat), then just get in contact with The Scottish Butcher and they will be more than happy to order it for you.

At the Scottish Butcher, you can al­ so stock up with all of your favourite

British condiments to add the finish­ ing touches to the perfect dinner.

Sea salt, apple sauce, mint sauce, tra­ ditional horseradish and of course cranberry sauce which goes so well with Scott’s fresh free­range turkeys at Christmas time.

Call The Scottish Butcher on 952 467 743 to place your Christmas orders in advance or visit Scott and

his team at the Mercacentro, Avda Jesus Santos Rein, 29640, Fuen­ girola between 8.30am and 2.30pm daily except Sunday and remember that unlike some other destinations, parking is free, easy and available in the underground car park between 9am and 2.30pm, so you can call in an order and then simply collect.

Traditional panto at Salon Varietes THIS year’s annual pantomime at the Salon Varietes in Fuen­ girola is Robinson Crusoe and the Pirates which runs from December 19 to 22 and Janu­ ary 2 to 5.

Written by Alan P Frayn the storyline is loosely based on the classic novel by Daniel De­ foe and as the curtain pulls

back, there is a scene of Brazil where everyone is starting preparations for the Carnival which is being held later that year.

Meanwhile Captain Sea­salt is sailing to Guinea on a trading expedition. His crew includes hero Robinson Crusoe, Mar­ garita Juicilita (the Pantomime

Dame) and her son, Nutty Nick.

Be warned however, there are three pirate stowaways on board, Jack Cut­Throat, Cross Bones and Skull Duggery, who have captured Juanita, the Captain’s daughter and plan to steal a treasure map and to take over the ship.

Unfortunately the evil Davy

Jones has other plans and caus­ es a terrific storm which sinks the ship and sends them all down to his locker. From there, they all find themselves washed up and castaway on the desert island ruled by Mumbo Jumbo, the Cannibal King who has a large stew pot waiting.

To find out whether Robin­ son and his friends end up as lunch for Mumbo Jumbo and what happens to Jack Cut­ Throat then you need to book your seats.

These questions and others such as can Robinson rescue Juanita and fall in love and will Margarita Juicilita and Nutty Nick find a ship and get back in time for the Rio Carnival are waiting to be answered.

Oh yes, they are ­ Oh no, they aren’t ­ Oh yes, they might!

In order to book your tickets for this great family entertain­ ment and to find out dates of matinee shows, visit their new­ ly revamped website: www.sa lonvarietestheatre.com or tele­ phone the box office on 952 474 542 between 11am and 2.30pm.

SOCIAL SCENE

www.euroweeklynews.com

Struck down by a mystery illness ONE minute, Charlotte Karlsen was a hard­working and happy mother of two teenage daughters with her own business when suddenly her whole life crashed around her as she was struck by a devastat­ ing illness.

She was rushed into hospital and it was discovered that she was suffering from the rare but debilitating Guillain­Barré Syndrome (GBS) which makes it impos­ sible to move without suffering extreme pain.

For two months she was kept in hospital until she was considered well enough to start a long recupera­ tion at home, but she needs constant attention and her two daughters need to be looked after as well.

One positive thing is that her mother and sister have converted a large house in Coin into two apart­ ments and Charlotte stays with her mother whilst her two girls stay with her sister.

Being self­employed, money is a problem and friend Teresa Leaver who runs the boutique at El Oceano Hotel in La Cala de Mijas has organised with owners John and Lorraine Palmer for a special fundraising dinner to be held for her at El Oceano Ho­ tel on Monday December 16.

There will be a meal costing €55 and entertainment will feature local favourite Arran Harding who was one of the founders of Tres Divos and is travelling over from the UK to offer his support to Charlotte.

Reservations can be made via the El Oceano web­ site https://www.oceanohotel.com/ and if you can’t

STRUCK DOWN: Charlotte just a few months ago. make the evening but want to help, visit the special fundraising page set up for Charlotte at https://www.facebook.com/donate/ 432206077498910/433518780700973/.

5 - 11 December 2019

EWN 83

Max Fitness by Reebok STRIKE now before you have time to forget your New Year’s resolu­ tion and take advantage of a very special offer at the Max Fitness Gym in Riviera del Sol. This is part of the new Max Beach complex in Playa Riviera, Mijas Costa and is one of the best equipped facilities in Spain, on the beach front with amazing sea views from every running ma­ chine and static bike.

The sports centre falls under the direction of local athlete David Segorbe, three times World Champion, European Champion and holder of a World Powerlift­ ing Record. David is also known for conducting extreme sports

events for various charity pro­ jects.

The offer includes a free per­ sonal training session, three body mass measurement sessions, free personalised fitness plan, free classes, free expert guidance and support while you train, free dis­ count card for Max Beach and in­ vitations to events and parties.

Drop in to Max Fitness Gym, have a tour, ask for a free trial session and sign up on the spot.

It’s open Monday to Friday 6.30am to 11pm and weekends from 8am to 8pm or to find out more call them on 952 931 627, visit www.maxfitnessgym.es or email info@maxfitnessgym.es.

84 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

SOCIAL SCENE

This week Celebrity & Fellow Master Chef Steven Saunders, proprietor of The Little Geranium in La Cala gives us his professional Top Tips for making Christmas Day dinner at home more special and less stressful!

Steven Saunders FMCGB The Little Geranium La Cala de Mijas & Marbella www.thelittlegeranium.com WITH a little pre­planning, the chaos that Christmas can cause in your kitchen, could be the ghost of Christmas past!

There are plenty of elements of your Christmas dinner that can be prepared days, if not weeks, ahead.

We all know that feeling… It’s Christmas Day, but rather than en­ joying a glass of cava or catching up with your family, you’re peeling

Christmas Day Tips for the perfect dinner! carrots and parsnips, hoping you’ll have time to get the stuffing out of your hair before the guests ar­ rive.

By the time you sit down to Christmas dinner, you’ll be so ex­ hausted you’ll barely have the strength to pull a cracker!

So the trick is to think ahead and prepare some things in advance, take the weight out of trying to do it all on the day so that you can enjoy your friends and family.

Also saving precious oven space on the day will make it a far more pleasant experience! Although I

Michele and Steven cooking Chrsitmas dinner at home.

cook all year long I am totally en­ thusiastic about cooking Christmas Day lunch, such a special day de­ serves the love and when you cook with love, your food will shine.

So relax, enjoy cooking your special meal and show off your passion.

But help yourself by getting a few things planned or prepared in advance.

In no particular order here are some of my top tips with more essential tips following up over the next few weeks so watch this space!

Steven Saunders’s opinions are his own and are not necessarily representative of those of the publishers, advertisers or sponsors.

Tip 1 How to cook your Turkey Hailing from Mexico, turkeys were brought to the UK in the 16th century. Henry VIII was credited with be­ ing the first British king to enjoy one at Christmas and from there on the trend became a custom.

Many turkeys are sold oven ready nowadays, but if you are buying fresh you will need to do all the messy jobs like get the butter down the skin of the turkey, trim the turkey and cover it with streaky bacon in advance.

You’ll want to get it out of the way on Christmas Eve so that you don’t have to do it on Christmas Day. Tips for the perfect turkey as follows: • Choose the best and freshest turkey that you can af­ ford, free range preferably • Prepare the turkey with salted butter under the skin of each of the breasts • Lay 6/8 streaky bacon rashers over the top of the turkey • Season the bird inside but do not cook stuffing in­ side!

• Cook the turkey rapidly for 30 minutes first to seal it on a high heat 200ºC • Then reduce the heat and cook the turkey slowly on a low temperature 150ºC until the juices run clear when you pierce underneath the thighs. (The size of the turkey will dictate the cooking time) • Baste the turkey with the fats that come from the bird but also make a basting liquid of melted butter and thyme and Maldon salt, baste every 20 minutes • Allow the bird to rest when it is cooked for at least 15/20 minutes, then carve at the table in front of your guests.

Turkey Tip 2 The Gravy You can make a delicious Christmas turkey gravy long be­ fore the main event. Simply freeze it in a container, and de­ frost on the day. You can then add the juices from your Christmas turkey to it just before serving.

For the sauce 1 large carrot washed and chopped 2 onions chopped 2 cloves garlic peeled and sliced 1 leek washed and chopped 1 stick celery chopped 3/4 bay leaves Small bunch of rosemary or sage 8 black pepper corns Maldon salt 100g butter 8 chicken wings or 4 chicken legs 3 tbsp plain flour 1 litre turkey or chicken stock Half bottle of white wine • Sweat off the carrots onion, leek and celery and add the chicken wings (or legs) and cook until slightly coloured • Add the flour and stir well in and around the pan • Now pour in the turkey stock and add the herbs and bayleaf and some white wine and bring to the boil. Now skim the sauce and then you need to reduce the heat and allow it to simmer for at least 1­2 hours.

• Now pass the sauce through a fine sieve and at this point

you can either freeze it or keep it in the fridge for a few days in advance.

On Christmas Day you need to reduce the sauce down on a high heat, add some turkey juices from the pan of the cooking bird and add some more white wine. Whisk in the butter, taste, season and serve.

Tip 3 Perfect Roast Potatoes I like my potatoes cooked freshly, but you can still get ahead by peeling and chopping them the night before.

Keep the potatoes in a water­filled container overnight to stop them browning.

Select good quality roasting potatoes like Maris Piper quality. There are some great options here on the Costa.

• Peel and cut the potatoes into similar sized pieces • Bring to the boil in water with a little olive oil and salt • Now simmer gently until they are soft in the centre • Remove them carefully with a slotted spoon and al­ low them to dry on a cake cooling rack. This allows the air to dry them out and that means that when you roast them they will be lovely and crispy on the outside and soft in the centre.

• Heat a large roasting tray up in a high oven 200ºC. Now pour a little light olive oil or veg oil into the tray, no need for duck fat!

• Line the potatoes up so that they don’t touch each other. Roast in a hot oven for 20/30 minutes and careful­ ly turn them over. Cook until even coloured and crispy.

Sprinkle with some Maldon salt and serve immediately.

Follow Steven on Instagram … saunderschef - Email any questions … steven@thelittlegeranium.com The Little Geranium, Winner of Best Contemporary International Restaurant 2019-Costa Del Sol - www.thelittlegeranium.com

85

5 - 11 December 2019 • www.euroweeklynews.com

SPONSORED BY

PETS

What can house-sitters do for you and your dogs?

WHAT can house-sitters do to help?

Many of you ask me the same question when you join our network. Well, as a housesitter myself who trains others, I offer that our sitters can care for your pets in the safety of their own home. You can show them the routines you like your pets to have, and they will maintain those routines in your absence.

They can walk your dogs on

their favourite route, and they provide company at home where your pets are comfortable and familiar. Another great thing about our housesitters is they see your housesit assignment as a working holiday, so they won’t charge you.

How do home and pet owners benefit from House SitMatch?

At HouseSitMatch we help you get registered, to build a

profile and to get checked online. It’s all built into our website. Just join our network as a homeowner and we’ll help you get started on your house-sitting journey, to find checked house-sitters who will help to care for your pets while you are away. It’s a win win!

What makes HouseSit Match unique?

Unlike other house-sitting and pet-sitting networks, at

Housesitmatch.com we I D check all our members. We offer a police and background check on registration.

We do this because it makes our network safer and helps us maintain a high bar for house-sitters caring for your precious pets and homes.

Please check our Trustpilot reviews online to see what our clients say about our service.

Trustpilot Testimonials -

4.9 / 5 Excellent rating (New Trustpilot rating scale) Here’s what members have said about us HouseSitMatch found us a perfect house-sitter…

HouseSitMatch found us a perfect house-sitter while we were away in Canada and we were delighted with the care and attention that HouseSit Match took in helping us find the right person.

Ros Morris - Dog owner

How do you join?

Please register online via our website www.Housesit match.com - Choose a membership plan - Please note prices go up soon so sign up now on subscription to secure these prices: o Standard (DIY option) = £69 pa o Premium (with support at each step) = £89 pa

Do you need a house-sitter? Get in touch. House-sitting can be a win-win for both parties, free house and pet-sitting, and the experienced and checked sitters get free accommodation!

Register as either house-sitter or homeowner with a 20 per cent discount using coupon code P2020 - an exclusive offer for readers. To find a house or pet-sitter go to www.HousesitMatch.com.

SERVICES AIR CONDITIONING

BLINDS

86

to read more visit

DOORS & WINDOWS

AWNINGS

CAR HIRE

DANCE CLASSES

DES A H S F ACE O

5 - 11 December 2019

DRAINS

PETS

www.euroweeklynews.com

SERVICES

www.euroweeklynews.com

MONEY EXCHANGE

5 - 11 December 2019

EWN 87

88 EWN

5 - 11 December 2019

www.euroweeklynews.com

SERVICES

REMOVALS & STORAGE

INSURANCE

TESTIMONIAL

“

Hi everybody at EWN Doggie Angells would like to thank you all for your help over the last year. We have had a great deal of success with rehoming our dogs.

Sometimes dogs can be with us for long periods.

It’s funny when they are adopted people often say we have been looking at this dog in the paper week after week and we kept wanting to adopt him but the time was just not right.

He's still in the paper and we are now ready to have him. So that is great - patience pays off. Again thank you all, we very much appreciate all what you do for our charity.

Things slow up for us in August, thank goodness it gives us time to catch up.

Kind regards Denise and all at Doggie Angells.

SERVICES

www.euroweeklynews.com

REMOVALS & STORAGE

SUPERMARKET

5 - 11 December 2019

EWN 89

90 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

STORAGE

TESTIMONIAL Charlie: 5 star No other newspaper as good in Spain, tbh not even any paper in the UK comes close that I have ever seen as good as EWN. Informative, refreshing and full of news and reviews, especially like the nonogram teaser and the horoscopes lol, takes me all week to read front to back. Carry on the good work.

“

WINDOWS

SWIMMING POOLS

SERVICES

CLASSIFIEDS AIR CONDITIONING

Air Conditioning. Heating cooling. Quality installations, service and repair.

All areas. EnvirocareSpain since 1996. call 952 663 141 or 670 409 759 www.envirocares pain.com info@enviro carespain.com (287013) AIRFLOW Air conditioning for cooling and heating units. Professional, fully guaranteed installations. Tel: 952 443 222 AIR CONDITIONING Repairs and servicing. Airflow.

952 443 222 (281291) AIR CONDITIONING by Cool and Cosy. The family company that cares. Installation and repairs.

Quality machines.

Ecosense movement sensors supplied and fitted from 100 Euros. For other energy-saving products visit www.coolandcosy.es.

952 935 513. We are Junta de Andalucia authorised installers as the new law states (real decreto 115/2017). On the Costa del Sol since 1993 ECONOCOOL – Top quality air-conditioning installed from only €550 with a 3yr guarantee. Service, Repairs & Re-Gas from €75. Top Quality Installations. All Areas Covered. Chris – 662 427 396 econocool@hotmail.es (287050) MR COOL – Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, Heating Systems, Sales & Service – Call Christian +34 629 527 587 or Nick +34 618 678 853 – www.mrcool.es

REPAIRS Air Conditioning Service Engineers. All makes, models, ages, serviced and repaired. Reduce running costs with regular service. All areas.

EnvirocareSpain since 1996. call 952 663 141 or 670 409 759 www.en virocarespain.com in fo@envirocarespain.com

SERVICING Air Conditioning Service Engineers. All makes, models, ages, serviced and repaired. Reduce running costs with regular service. All areas.

EnvirocareSpain since 1996. call 952 663 141 or 670 409 759 www.envirocares pain.com info@enviro carespain.com (287013)

ANTIQUES

WANTED! All types of antiques, paintings, jewellery, watches, silver etc. Any condition. Immediate cash settlement. For more information call into Anthony’s Antiques and Jewellers shops, extensive premises at C/Ramon y Cajal 40, Fuengirola. Mobile 609 529 633.

Telephone 952 588 795 (201522)

AWNINGS ACE OF SHADES - All colours available. Urbanisations catered for, electric and manual operation; also recovery service available, largest selection of colours and designs on the coast. Tel: 951 273 254 / 671 732 204 / info@aceof shades.design (101730)

SOLAR BLINDS

SOLAR BLINDS ES Ideal for large glazed areas to reflect heat / glare and stop furniture fading and still keep the view. SAVE HEAT IN THE WINTER to improve your living environment. ian@solar shadetinting.com Tel Ian 958 496 571 / 644 546 176 (256591)

BOILERS Water heaters. Gas or electric. All areas, quality guaranteed. EnviroCareSpain since 1996. call 952 663 141 or 670 409 759 www.enviro carespain.com info@en virocarespain.com (287013)

BOOKS

Bathroom renovations and re-modelling: Quality installations: project managed. All areas.

Masterbuildspain installing bathrooms since 1996. Call 952 663 141 or 670 409 759 www.masterbuildspain.c om info@masterbuild spain.com (287013)

SPONSORED BY

SWINGLES CASAS SL. For all your building needs. Visit www.swinglescasas.com for more details or call 952 428 067 / 666 960 262 (285236) JIM’S HOME IMPROVEMENTS. bathrooms / kitchen reforms, repairs, plumbing, carpentry, painting, tiling, maintenance. Give us a call no job too small. 692 207 799 / 645 559 423 (286769) CONCRETE – OZBUILD. The specialists of printed concrete. Reseals, Brickwork, Tiling, Plastering, Reforms. 16 Years in Spain.

Competitive Prices, Quality Finish. 952 426 074/606 745 920 www.ozbuildspain.com (285288) GENERAL BUILDER. Tiling, plastering, painting, electrician, plumber, carpentry. Reasonable prices. 635 913 885 (References available) (286970)

CARPENTERS CARPENTER cabinet maker, Irish. Available for all types of property maintenance, plumbing, painting, electrical, kitchens and bathrooms renovated etc., 30 years experience, very reliable.

Tel: 952 441 955 / 677 087 575 (277284)

BIRDWATCHING

BUILDING SERVICES

BLINDS ACE OF SHADES - Vertical, Venetian, Roman, Roller, Wooden blinds, various colours available, also black-out blinds.

Tel: 951 273 254 / 671 732 204 / info@aceof shades.design (101730) BLINDS, awnings, mosquito screens, curtains, vast choice. All areas covered.

Coast and inland. 655 825 931 (280561)

www.euroweeklynews.com • 5 - 11 December 2019

www.handymanservices.es Electrician, plumbing, construction, painting. Innovation.

ROT deduction for Swedish Sotogrande to Marbella 648 712530 (287364)

BATHROOMS

BIRDERS Search: Andalucia Bird Society.org Informative monthly outings in Southern Spain. Quarterly magazine. Chitchat in English and Spanish. New members welcome. (287075)

92

KITCHEN, Bedroom and Bathroom refurbishments by w w w . c o m p l e t e carpentry.com 952 196 457 or 696 064 019. Facebook: The Irish Carpenter

DAMP PROOFING DR DAMP leaking roofs, damp walls, all mould cured.

All work guaranteed. Call 689 515 558 (276245) Renovations and reforms Bathrooms, kitchens, tiling, windows, doors, wardrobes, plumbing, electrics, guttering. Full projects, large or small.

Masterbuildspain since 1996. All work fully guaranteed. All areas.

952 663 141 or 670 409 759 www.masterbuild spain.com info@master buildspain.com (287013)

DAMP PROOFING. www.electro-os.com. info@electro-os.com. 958 656 560 / 619 666 363

GUTTERING Guttering. All areas.

Masterbuildspain since 1996. Call 952663141 or 670 409 759. www.mas terbuildspain.com. in fo@masterbuildspain.com (287013)

METALWORK NEW REJAS, GATES, Carports & Fencing, repairs & alterations. Work Guaranteed. Reliable. 14yrs on Coast. Steve the Welder.

Call/Whatsapp 655 040 648 (287284)

PLASTERING PLASTERING, rendering, dry lining, coving. Fitted Kitchens, Bathrooms and Bedrooms. All work guaranteed. 689 515 558 (276245)

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

HOUSE CLEARANCE S P E C I A L I S T S , FULL OR PART CLEARANCE. ALL FURNITURE WANTED, WE PAY MORE. TEL 634 324 914 OR EMAIL houseclear anceman@hotmail.com (2 86670) ALHAURIN FURNITURE EMPORIUM Buyers & Sellers of quality furniture. Top prices paid. 675 357 575 (287113) SUPERPOOL est. 1985.

Pool tables, boxing and mini-vending machines on profit share, also new/second hand domestic tables and accessories. Tel 629 530 233 - www.superpool spain.com (286681)

CARAVANS MR-MAINTENANCE – For ALL your Property needs. No Job Too Small – Contact 647 460 155. (287099)

TILING Tiling, bathrooms, kitchens, floors, terraces. All areas. Masterbuildspain since 1996. Call 952663141 or 670 409 759 www.mas terbuildspain.com. in fo@masterbuildspain.com (287013)

WATERPROOFING DO you have humidity? We will solve your problem with 15 years guarantee. Alfil waterproofing 952 272 700 Since 1989

BUSINESS FOR SALE SMALL Garden furniture shop between Estepona/San Pedro. Low price, low rent.

Perfect family business. Call George 669 331 280 (278098)

CAMPER VANS, CARAVANS, MOBILE HOMES, BOATS AND ALL PLANT, DIGGERS, DUMPERS, MOTORBIKES, CARS AND COMMERCIALS WANTED. BEST PRICE PAID, CASH TODAY, ANY REGISTRATION WITH OR WITHOUT PAPERS. PLEASE CALL 678 808 837 (253107) PARKING, STORAGE & SALES. Caravans - Motorhomes - Boats - Cars and Vans etc. Short / long term - Safe & secure, drop off & collections. Excellent rates, discount for long term, 5 mins from Fuengirola. Established 25 years. www.eurodog.es / info@eurodog.es 679 786 669 / 606 101 807 (257556)

CAR HIRE ALH RENT A CAR – SHORT & LONG-TERM RENTALS FROM €9.90 A DAY. INSURANCE INCLUDED IN OUR PRICES. www.alhrentacar.com TLF: 638 846 909 or reservasalhrentacar@gm ail.com (278376)

CARS WANTED BUSINESS OPP. CASHBACK on your house/commercial. Payback only when you sell.

Quick/easy. Min 20k. 617 333 777 (278948)

BUY & SELL DECLUTTER, cash paid for small/medium furniture, antiques, decanters, brass, copper, golf clubs & other ornaments. Howard 608 121 817 (286749)

CAMPER VANS, CARAVANS, MOBILE HOMES, BOATS AND ALL PLANT, DIGGERS, DUMPERS, MOTORBIKES, CARS AND COMMERCIALS WANTED. BEST PRICE PAID, CASH TODAY, ANY REGISTRATION WITH OR WITHOUT PAPERS. PLEASE CALL 678 808 837 (253107)

For daily news visit www.euroweeklynews.com

CLASSIFIEDS CHARITY

www.euroweeklynews.com 701 or email acservs@out look.com (253107) RUGS fitted carpets, upholstery including leather cleaned on site 685 524 921 (253107) Have your windows, doors & glass professionally cleaned at affordable prices from just €15.

Call/WhatsApp Chris 447979 767 576 (285671)

CHIMNEY SERVICES APEX CHIMNEY SERVICES, professional chimney sweeping and smoke testing. NACS Qualified.

Clean and efficient Tel: Bob 696 320 202 (256040) CHIMNEY SWEEP. Clean reliable professional. All types, special price for more than one. Chris 608 337 497 (285980)

CHURCHES BENALMADENA Elim Family Fellowship. Sundays 11am. Elimfamilyfellow ship.com or call 951 912 525 or 952 446 627

COMPUTERS PC DOCTOR Computer Sales & Repairs, IPTV, Lobster SIM cards, Web Sites.

We come to wherever YOU are – Home or Business. 952 591 071 www.electron box.net Paseo Jesus Santos Rein 11, Fuengirola (286965)

DECORATORS RAINBOW Pinturas. English, professional painters & decorators. All aspects of interior & exterior work. Also kitchen/ furniture spraying.

Call / WhatsApp: Daniel 628 066 08. www.rainbowpin turas.com (287097)

CLASSES CALAHONDA LANGUAGE CENTRE. Established 1987.

New beginner’s Spanish course starts 13th January 2020. Maximum 5 students per group for guaranteed results. Other levels and private classes available. Enrol now. Also translations undertaken calahondalan guage@gmail.com Tel: 952 931 176 (285416) LEARN SPANISH - Native Spanish lady speaks English, offers Spanish lessons by Skype or face to face. Telephone 645 648 584 or email peluqueriamaros @gmail.com (287110)

CLEANING SERVICES OVEN CLEANING, domestic, commercial, complete fittings, let professional do hard dirty work. From 40€. 611 283 162 ovencleaning costadelsol.com (258467) STARLIGHT CLEANING SERVICES. All types of cleaning. Any size of property. All Areas. Residential & Holiday Lets. 682 636 451 www.starlight-spain.com (286668) ADVANCED Cleaning Services. Professional carpet, upholstery cleaning, 27 years experience, wet/dry clean. Honest, reliable service 678 808 837 / 952 669

DOMESTIC APP REPAIRS DOMESTIC Appliance repairs - washing machines, fridges, cookers, ovens, water heaters, gas / electric, professionally repaired.

Christian 608 337 497 (285980) REPAIRS to Washing Machines-Dish Washers-OvensFridges. Call Garry Goodman 673 344 212. English Service Technician. 35 years’ experience. (286416)

LIT ELECTRICIANS for all your Electrical & maintenance needs no job too small for a FREE Quote. Call Craig on 604 106 414 or Ben 679 505 761 (287118)

ENGLISH TEA RINGTONS TEA delivered to your door in Spain by Correos. Order online www.ringtonstea-espana.es 625 299 696 (287158)

FLOOR POLISHING MARBLE FLOOR (2.50€ /m2) WHY PAY MORE. WE CLEAN, CRYSTALLISE, SEAL THEN POLISH YOUR MARBLE TO HIGH GLOSS, NONSLIP. PROFESSIONAL GUARANTEED, FAST SERVICE. 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE. ALSO REPAIRS DAMAGES TO MARBLE, CLEAN AND SEAL TERRACOTTA TERRACES, COVERS ALL COSTA DEL SOL. TEL: 671 244 683 (259400) MARBLE POLISHING, CRYSTALLIZING, LASTING, HIGH SHINE. REGRINDING, RESTORATION OF SALTY, DEAD FLOORS. 27YRS EXPERIENCE. RELIABLE. REFS AVAILABLE. CYRIL. 645 840 199 (284878) MARBLE FLOORS polished high shine non-slip. Fast Service Reliable, family run business. TERRACOTTA CLEANED and sealed. No job too small. Cleansol 10am – 10pm 7 days all areas. 952 930 861 / 607 610 578 Discount code: EWN 1 CLEAN (206437)

FOR SALE/WANTED

BLOCKED DRAINS? Leak detection, CCTV survey, root removal, Tel 952 568 414 / 661 910 772 / drainspain.com (277279)

ELECTRICIAN ELECTRICIAN Exclusively Marbella and Estepona Richard on 602 292 385 or email richi@europe.com All installations & maintenance.

Surge Protection, Garden Lights, Upgrades, Boletins.

(285693)

FURNITURE ALHAURIN FURNITURE Emporium. Buyers and sellers of quality furniture.

We buy from a small item to full clearances. Top prices paid. 697 511 071 www.casaking.es THE WAREHOUSE – We buy a Single item to a Full House Clearance – 602 610 103 www.casa king.es (253107) FURNITURE wanted, same day collection, also house clearance and removals. 675 357 575

GARDENING PROFESSIONAL garden services from Fuengirola to Estepona. All aspects of gardening and full maintenance and landscaping, free quotes, competitive prices. Contact Andrew 600 259 981 Andrew@garden-pro fessionals.com GARDENING SERVICES irrigation systems, turfs, reforms & landscaping. Ricardo 637 160 129 www.ricar dogardens.es (285257) SPECIALIST BIG TREE PRUNING, PALMS AND GARDEN MAINTENANCE 637 20 35 28 - TRABAJOS ESPECIAL EN ARBOLES GRANDES PRIUNING PALMERAS , MANT DE JARDINES 637 20 35 28 (284967)

FUNERALS

EWN 93

DENTIST

GATES REPAIRS ELECTRIC GATE/GARAGE DOOR automation repaired.

Free, no obligation quotation. Call Colin - 636 394 641 (278431)

GLASS CURTAINS GLASS CURTAIN repairs, specialist in replacement of discoloured plastic strips that act as a seal between the glass panels. Call Julian 655 825 931 (287015)

HEATING Fires gas or wood burners EnvirocareSpain since 1996. All areas.

Quality guaranteed.

952 663 141 or 670 409 759 www.envirocares pain.com info@enviro carespain.com (287013)

ENGLISH SPEAKING DENTIST in Fuengirola & Nueva Andalucia. Specialising in Zircon crowns, bridges etc. FREE check up! drvisky@hotmail.com. 689 887 019 (284567)

THERAPIST RELIEF FROM DEPRESSION, Anxiety And Relationship Problems. Philip Jameson, LICSW Psychotherapist. 635 276 140 (287165)

HOT TUBS/SPAS HOT TUBS, new, used, bought, sold, hired. Also move & repairs. 691 973 131 / 952 793 398 (284889)

HOUSE CLEARANCE

HEALTH & BEAUTY

BEAUTY TREATMENTS BOTOX AND FILLERS From €95. Covers the Costa del Sol and inland. www.be autifulmarbella.es 609 347 086. (286480)

THE WAREHOUSE – We buy a Single item to a Full House Clearance – www.casaking.es - 602 610 103 (253107) ALHAURIN FURNITURE EMPORIUM furniture wanted, same day collection, also house clearance and removals. 675 357 575 (287113)

FUNERALS

IRRIGATION IRRIGATION F&P: professional new sprinkler systems and repairs, 30 years’ experience. 14 days free trial, fixed price. Free quotation.

656 314 510 (285654) PUMPS P&P: deep water well, pressure and pool pumps, service, sales, installations and repairs 30 years’ experience. Free quotation.

656 314 510 (285654)

DRAINAGE

CLEARFLOW – Unblocking, CCTV inspection, repair and installation. Tel: 630 200 600 / 952 885 661.

Facebook: DesatorosClearflow (284730)

5 - 11 December 2019

IRIS-IRRIGATION and landscapes. New Installations & problem-solving. Turf (supply and laying). Garden constructions. Tree surgeon.

Clearing. Astro Turf (Free Quotation) 676 747521

GATES ELECTRIC Gates/Garage Doors. Intercoms/access control systems and replacement remotes. New installs and repairs. For all your electric gate and garage door requirements call us on 605 356 469/952 786 178. The Garage Door Co & 2 Way Gates. tgdc@hot mail.co.uk www.thegarage doorcompany.es (284850)

Our company was formed from a personal tragedy. Our personal loss made us realise how hard it is to find help and assistance when the time comes.

Funeral Care Spain is a company dedicated to providing quality services and help at a time when you need it the most. We speak your language and understand the importance that a caring, dignified and unique service can play in the grieving process.

The only English funeral director covering Spain and all its islands.

No Worries, Just Memories

+34 951 909 264 24HR EMERGENCY +34 660 659 857 / +34 654 056 653

WWW.FUNERALSPAIN.COM

Villa Montana, Calle Montana 23 El Pinar, Torremolinos Calle Mercurio, Poligino La Ermita, Marbella (Servisa) Calle Conrado del Campo, 8, Planta 1, Malaga (Servisa)

Callers by appointment

94 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

INSURANCE MOTOR INSURANCE. For the most competitive quotes in English call Linea Directa on 902 123 153, you could save as much as 30% and you can transfer your existing no claims bonus. Call Linea Directa on 902 123 153 for motor insurance with a human voice in English from Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm and save money now!

(200726) EU INSURANCE DIRECT. Best prices, best service, best cover for all your Insurance needs. TEL 951 080 118 or 952 830 843 (281380)

INSURANCE

LSM INSURANCE. No fat singing blokes or trumpeting telephone´ s, just professional service at the best prices for all your insurance needs including car, household, commercial, life, health and travel.

Tel 952 578 008 or www.lsminsurance.biz for a quotation (287020)

INTERNET

LAWYER

MISCELLANEOUS WOODY´ S LOS BOLICHES. Greeting Cards, mail to and from the UK. Worldwide courier and Passport renewals. All adverts taken for the Euro Weekly News- display or classified. Open 9.002.00PM (Monday to Friday). Special hours apply August and Xmas. One street behind the Confortel, just off Plaza San Rafael, Los Boliches, on C/Poeta Salvador Rueda 93. Tel: 952 471 877 (95705)

MOBILE PHONE

MOSQUITO SCREENS MOSQUITO screens, sliding, pulldown, pleated colours call Mosquito Nick 647 072 861 (281384) ACE OF SHADES - Don’t let the bugs get you!

Available in enrollable, slider and pleated. Large choice of colours including wood effect. Tel: 951 273 254 / 671 732 204 / info@aceofshades.design (101730) MOSQUITO Screens for windows, doors and a highquality sliding patio door screen. All finishes available.

Quick service. All areas covered. Call Julian 655 825 931 (287016)

INSURANCE MOTORING

CAR SERVICES LOANS LOANS AVAILABLE on all types of paintings, jeweler, watches, silver etc. Any condition. Immediate cash settlement. For more information call into Anthony’s Antiques & Jewelers shops extensive premises at C/Ramon y Cajal 40, Fuengirola. Mobile 609 529 633.

Tel: 952 588 795 (SE) (201522)

LOCKSMITH LOCKSMITH emergency / appointment. Doors opened without damage, locks changed, patio doors and windows secured, 24 hour honest, fast and reliable service. Call Paul 657 466 803 (248853) EMERGENCY LOCKSMITH/SAFE ENGINEERS - 24/7 CALLOUT - 636 770 865/952 660 233 OR VISIT OUR SHOP IN LA CALA - WWW.SECU RITYOFSPAIN.COM

For daily news visit www.euroweeklynews.com

HEALTH INSURANCE

BRITISH MECHANIC Mijas Costa. Experienced & Reliable.

605 407 369 (285291)

MOBILITY S E N I O R W O R L D (est.2008) – MOBILITY scooters, wheelchairs, stairlifts, nursing beds, rise ´ n´ recline chairs & a large range of daily living aids for sale or hire, for a better life.

Visit our showroom in Los Boliches - or call on 952 663 131 or 670 964 181 for advice & best prices (285452) THE World of Mobility Superstore Fuengirola. All your mobility needs under one roof, Sales, Rentals & Repairs for Mobility Scooters, Wheelchairs, Walkers, Bathroom Equipment, Stair lifts & much more www.worldof mobility.es 622 832 954 (287012)

FOR SALE FOR SALE Wheelchair €75, Air Pressure Mattress half price €65, Zimmer €10. 952 119 258 (287365)

FOR SALE CAR- -ISMAS GIFT FIAT GRAND PUNTO 1.4, 2006, only 125,000kms (approx 75,000miles). 5 door, aircon, cd player, electric windows & locking ITV till August 2020, sky blue. 2,995€ www.robertsoncarsspain.com phone Samantha 952 832 173/ 608 658 785 CAR- -ISMAS GIFT SEVEN SEATER OPEL ZAFIRA 2010, Great People Carrier, only 93,000kms (approx.

65,000 miles) golfing owner, dog grill, cool air-con, cd player, room for luggage, family friendly Was 6,995€ Now €5,995 ONO. See photos more details. www.robertsoncarsspain.com phone 952 832 173/ 608 658 785

CLASSIFIEDS CAR- -ISMAS GIFT 4X4 AUTOMATIC DIESEL BMW. X3, 2013, Everything you want, only 77,000kilometres, (approx. 47,000 miles). Sat nav. Parking sensors, roof bars, cd, electric, alloy wheels, private owner returning UK. WAS....21,500€ NEW REDUCED PRICE....18,995€. See photos web page www.robert soncars-spain.com phone 952 832 173/608 658 785 CAR- -ISMAS GIFT DIESEL JAGUAR X TYPE ESTATE WAGON EXECUTIVE 2.2, 2008 model, chrome roof rack, parking sensors. 5 door, cd, climate control, beige leather interior, dark blue, alloy wheels, Jaguar bonnet badge this is one good looking big cat, even has a retractable Jaguar dog grill, low kms. Low price 6,995€ see photos web page www.robertsoncars-spain.com phone Samantha 952 832 173/608 658 785 whatsapp CAR- -ISMAS GIFT DIESEL VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN 2015 only 47,000kms.

5 seater, 5 door, white, private golfing lady owner.

W A S . . . . . 1 5 , 9 9 5 € NOW...12,995€ see photos web page www.robertson cars-spain.com phone 952 832 173/608 658 785 CAR- -ISMAS GIFT LOOK REDUCED PRICE 4X4 JEEP CHEROKEE DIESEL 2L, 2014 only 51,000kms. Parking sensors. One private lady owner, immaculate, manual, grey, make me an offer what are you waiting for this is a great reduction WAS...18,995€ NOW..16,450€ o.n.o see photos web page. www.robert soncars-spain.com phone 952 832 173/ 608 658 785 CAR- -ISMAS GIFT 4x4 AUTOMATIC / DIESEL HONDA CR-V 2.2. 2014 model, only 54,000kms. (approx.32,000 miles), glass roof, mink metallic paintwork, beige leather interior, alloy wheels, reverse parking camera and front sensors, CD. Stop start keyless, electric everything, and most important fully stamped HONDA SERVICE HISTORY, last service Oct. 2019, Happiness is this Honda.........€16,995 See photos web. www.robertsoncarsspain.com phone /whats app.

Samantha 952 832 173 / 608 658 785

CLASSIFIEDS CAR- -ISMAS GIFT CABRIO AUTOMATIC OPEL ASTRA .TT. 1.8. 2008 only 74,000kms, (approx 47,000miles) one lady owner, always garaged, electric hard roof folds into boot, beautiful sky blue , everything you want , have you been good yes Santa says a gift at €7,500. Samantha 952 832 173/ 608 658 785. See photos web. www.robert soncars-spain.com WE ARE currently the market leader in our country in the sale of direct car, motorbike, home and company fleet insurance. Since we started out in 1995, our philosophy has always been to offer an excellent service with the best prices in the market. For the most competitive quotes in English, call Linea Directa on 902 123 309. (200726) SELLING YOUR SPANISH CAR? PHONE Bill Brady for the best cash price. Stay safe and phone Bill on 952 838 842 / 661 234 881 bill bradycars.com (284761) MASSIVE SAVINGS AT BILL BRADY CARS has been established on the Costa del Sol since 1986, in which time he has helped thousands of expatriates to buy or sell their quality used Spanish cars and also keeping all the documentation simple so you understand all that is going on (which is important). You can contact Bill direct on 952 838 842 / 661 234 881 or billbrady cars.com (284761) MERCEDES Estate C-220 Diesel Automatic Sport Line with only 120’000 Klm (75’000 Mls) S/History SatNav, bluetooth, tow bar and lots more metallic silver half black interior PRICE SLASHED FROM 7’995€ - NOW 6’500€ - 952 838 842/661 234 881 billbrady cars.com (284761) MASSIVE SAVING VOLVO V-60 4-D (Estate) Automatic/ Diesel 2016 top of the range to many extras to list one private owner full service history has to be seen for this low price.

WAS 21’995€ - NOW 18’995€ - 952 838 842/661 234 881 billbrady cars.com (284761) HONDA Civic estate (Diesel) 1.6 Six speed manual.

2014 One private owner full service history from Honda only 64’000 Klm. (40’000 Mls) Diamond white, eco drive, Honda have to many extras to list here, look at this price it’s unbeatable at only 13’995€ 952838842/ 661 234 881 billbradycars.com.

(284761)

www.euroweeklynews.com Convertible BMW 118-I 6 Speed G/ Box 2012 One private owner full BMW History 40’000 Klm (25’000 Mls) Full service history and warranty gunmetal grey tan leather always been garaged and in immaculate condition its Only 14’995€ 952838842 /661 234 881 billbrady cars.com (284761) Citroen Picasso C-3 2014 One private owner 25,000 Klm (15,000mls). Diamond white this has been garaged from new it looks great ideal small MPV for only 8’995 € 952838842 /661 234 881 billbradycars.com.

(284761) Jaguar Estate X Type 2.0 Diesel 5 speed manual 2004 Mdl. 84’000 Klm. (53’000 Mls) Bereavement forces this sale full service history, matching leather, this car is a credit to its last owner.

You won’t find better value for money at only 4’995€ 952838842 /661 234 881 billbradycars.com (284761) Suzuki SX-4 Cross Over 4+2 1.6 Inj. 2014 One private owner 40’000 Klm (25’000 Mls ) diamond white this jeep has been very well maintained LOOK AT THIS LOW PRICE only 10’995€ 952838842/ 661 234 881 billbrady cars.com BMW Tourer 316D 2013 44.000km (27.000 Mls) white for 19´ 995€ from private owner, many extras, in perfect conditions.

INSURANCE WE ARE currently the market leader in our country in the sale of direct car, motorbike, home and company fleet insurance. Since we started out in 1995, our philosophy has always been to offer an excellent service with the best prices in the market. For the most competitive quotes in English, call Linea Directa on 902 123 309. (200726)

MECHANICS MOBILE MECHANIC will come to your home or work.

Servicing, repairs, ITVs & diagnostics. Call Mick on 617 553 072 (285372) BRITISH MECHANIC Mijas Costa. Experienced & Reliable. 605 407 369

REPAIRS

VW TOURAN 1.6 Diesel, 2015, 61,000kms, all extras, as new, €11,500 607 334 610 (287286) MINI COOPER CONVERTIBLE UK plates, 2005, excellent condition, long MOT & Insured €2,000 660 366 033 (287167) RENAULT KANGOO 1.5L, 200,000kms, G Reg with new ITV. Excellent runner, very economical, good condition for age. Rea roof opening for long objects. Price for QUICK sale €2,400 ONO. 630 424 858 (287426)

For daily news visit www.euroweeklynews.com

ALL CARS / Commercials wanted, runners or non-runners. Cash. Buyer collects.

Transfer included. 605 109 796 (286047)

MUSIC ENHANCE YOUR SPECIAL DAY WITH THE BEAUTIFUL SOUNDS OF LIVE SPANISH GUITAR PLAYED BY DAVID CHRISTIAN-CLARK. ECLECTIC REPERTOIRE. RECOMMENDED BY TOP WEDDINGPLANNERS AND AGENTS.SEE HIM ON GOOGLE & FACEBOOK. CALL 00 350 540 367 29 (285117)

NAUTICAL Licensed Captain (500 ton) / Yacht Broker for all your yachting needs. Deliveries, maintenance, brokerage, consulting. Over 30 Years in business. Call Heikki +34 609 671 344 or email info@compass-int.com

NAUTICAL COURSES ENGLISH bodyshop, fully equipped, Mijas Costa. No Job Too Small. 952 667 074 (286665) BRITISH MECHANIC Mijas Costa. Experienced & Reliable. 605 407 369

WANTED

Automatic Renault Kadjar 2018 14’000 Klm ( 8’000 Mls ) with full warranty as its top of the range to many extras to list what a saving at only 19’995€ 952838842 /661 234 881 billbradycars.com Ford KA + 5 Door 2017 3’000 Klm. (1’800 Mls ) Polar white, bluetooth, alloy wheels and much more a nearly new car for only 8’995€ 952838842 /661 234 881 billbradycars.com

5 - 11 December 2019

CARS, VANS, ANY REGISTRATION, INSTANT CASH, FINANCE/EMBARGO UK OR SPANISH 685 524 921 (253107) CARS, VANS UK OR SPANISH BOUGHT FOR CASH. FREE COLLECTION IN SPAIN/UK. PLEASE CALL 678 808 837 OR 952 669 701 (253107) WANTED CARS AND VANS, FREE COLLECTION, SAME DAY 685 524 921. (253107) CAR, VANS BOUGHT WITH/WITHOUT PAPERS. CASH WAITING 678 808 837. (253107) WANTED, wanted, wanted!! All cars, all years, all models… from exotic to classic. Spanish, English, Dutch plated. Call us on 951 977 329 or 606 647 597.

(284888)

INTERNATIONAL SKIPPER LICENCE: Courses held in English and starts soon. RYA VHF and Radar Courses. 636 444 929 (287297)

PEST CONTROL COCKROACHES, ANTS, insects, fleas, mice, rats, wasps, termite specialists.

Fumigations, bars, restaurants, houses, etc. Sanitary department officially registered certificates. Guarantee. Serving the coast since 1985. Only legal English owned pest control company on the coast. If you want the best then phone N.P.S. Nigel 606 008 940 (285686)

PETS YOUNG DOMESTICATED cats rescued from the killing station need kind homes.

Fully vaccinated and neutered. We will also deliver to England for a donation to the charity. Please give one of these beautiful cats a home so we can save more from death. Can be seen without obligation at Cat and Dog World Kennels. Tel. 630 197 435 (246764) LOW COST NEUTERING 630 197 435 (Eng) / 952 112 978 (283419)

CHARITIES ACE CHARITY ‘El Refugio’ in La Cala de Mijas is a reg-

istered charity. We have on average 275 dogs in our care and we receive no help from the Town Hall or the Andalucian government. We desperately need foster homes and adoptants for our many dogs, especially the small ones and puppies who do not do well in a big shelter. We are grateful for any help offered, including donations of food and blankets. Visiting times are from 13.00 to 15.00 and you can always turn up or make an appointment by calling Denise on 669 018 736. Our website is www.ace-chari ty.org where you can view all the dogs in our care.

(93320) ADANA THE ANIMAL SHELTER IN ESTEPONA. We always need volunteers to walk and socialise with our dogs and help with cleaning. We also need good homes for our animals that you can see on www.adana.es. Kennels open every day 10-1.30, Camino de Casares, near Parque de los Pedregales, Estepona. (5 minutes from the Poligono) For more information call 952 113 467, available from 10.00am until 14.00pm. (93319) SEPE the horse and donkey charity is open to the public at weekends from 10.00 to 5.00. Volunteers are much needed in all departments and are welcome at anytime. For our riding for the disabled classes, we are also in need of extra helpers. We are nationally registered by the Spanish Ministry of the Interior (164640) but only with your support can we give the equine a voice. If you can just commit to 2 or 3 euros a month it will really help make a difference. You can find us at Lauro Golf Equestrian Centre, Alqueria, Alhaurin de la Torre. Tel. 608 258 950 info@sepeon line.net www.sepeonline.net SOS ANIMAL REFUGE we have dogs, young and old looking for homes. Some of our dogs have been with us for some time and would love to find a cosy spot to curl up in and a knee on which to rest their heads. If you have room in your heart and home we would love to hear from you. We do not put our dogs to sleep - no matter how old, they are safe with us. For day to day needs and to pay for veterinary care, we much appreciate the support we receive.

We desperately need items to sell on our market stall to help raise funds and are happy to come and collect.

So if you are having a clearout, please contact us on 605 227 155. If you would

EWN 95

like to know more about rehoming, please call 653 257 875. Visit our website www.sos-animals.org or please phone Sandy on 952 385 923 or 666 814 056 if you would like to make a donation or help in any way.

(93317) ARCH - The Andalusian Rescue Centre for Horses, registered charity 8448, is open to visitors every Sunday from 9a.m until 12 noon. Working closely with the Spanish authorities, we rescue, rehabilitate and rehome abused and abandoned horses and donkeys. Come and meet our current rescues, learn about our work and how you may be able to help. Run solely by a small team of dedicated volunteers,the Centre is located between Alhaurin el Grande and Coin in Comm. de Viñ a Borrego behind Venta Miralmonte. For more information and directions see our website www.horserescues pain.org, our Facebook page Centro Andalusi de Rescate de Caballos or tel. 610 845 491 or 656 935 613

KENNELS CAT & DOG World Kennels and Cattery. 952 112 978 / 630 197 435. www.catand dogworld.com (285387) EURODOG Boarding Kennels & Cattery. Under new ownership by animal loving family. Large kennels and exercise yards, fully licensed and sanitary approved. Safe, secure and caring environment. Inspections welcome anytime. 5 minutes from Fuengirola 679 786 669 / 952 464 947 / www.eurodog.es PETCARE PET HOTEL. Alhaurin el Grande. Holiday accommodation for dogs and cats. Heated/Air-conditioned kennels available.

Tel: 952 112 284 / 685 400 216 www.petcarespain.com.

Find us on Facebook at Petcare Spain. (278403) LAGUNA KENNELS AND CATTERY. Your pets lovingly cared for by English mother and daughter. Near Coin. la gunakennels@hotmail.com.

Tel 952 112 021 / 606 838 983. (285836)

PET TRANSPORT ACCOMPANY your pets to their new home. Fully licensed pet transport service.

Denise www.petchau ffeur.eu 952 197 187 / 696 233 848 info@petchauf feur.eu (284908)

96 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

PLUMBING

PROPERTY TO LET

PROPERTY

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

PLUMBER for all your plumbing, water heaters, bathrooms, tiling. Benalmadena based, travel no problem.

Construction work. Glen 669 073 773. (286750) PLUMBING. Leak detection & blocked drains. Tel 952 568 414 / 661 910 772 / drain spain.com (277279) PLUMBER – 26 yrs on Coast, all aspects of plumbing, Electric water heaters, reforms.

24/7 call-out plumbing service. Competitive rates. References available. Call Ian (Eng) 609 502 064 or Nico (Eng/ES) 617 128 138 (287292)

RAINBOW PINTURAS. English, professional painters & decorators . All aspects of interior & exterior work. Also kitchen/ furniture spraying. Call / WhatsApp: Daniel 628066308. www.rainbowpinturas.com (287097)

MARBELLA, BANUS, Luxury 3, 2 & 1 bedroom apartments by Marina. Jacuzzi.

Private Garden. Pools, Garage. Long or short term. bravoelezovic@gmail.com 34 637 439 222 (287430)

SIGNAGE, LED, 3D Corporate lettering, Solar check films, full CNC Cutting Service, Large format Flatbed printing, Poster, Menu boards, Interior Decoration for Homes and offices. Real Estate Boards, Roller Banners, Business Cards, Flyers.

We cover the coast. 951 310 395 or 952 906 121 info@eyeprint.es (259024)

HIGH TOP VAN going from Spain to UK and return. Reliable Service. Call Graham 620 353 594 for details. EMail vgcasacolor@gmail.com

PROPERTY WANTED

JDS EURO TRANSPORT & REMOVALS - Regular trips throughout Europe. Contact Julian 00 44 7884 908 929/00 34 637 066 114 See Facebook Page for recommendations (285453)

WWW.INMOANDALUZ.CO M is always looking for realistically priced inland properties to sell to our interested buyers. Tel 952 491 609 / 685 514 835

REMOVALS/STORAGE

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

WWW.INMOANDALUZ.C OM. Bargain inland properties for all budgets, fincas, village homes, apartments and villas.

Legal building plots. 952 491 609 / 685 514 835 (282689)

MALAGA EXPAT CONSULTING - Paperwork Assistance, (NIE, Residencia, Driving Licence Renewal, Car Transfer, Doctor Registrations, Translation, Property Rental License and more), Relocation Advice.

Outstanding service at competitive rates. Call Irina Saltmarsh 687 733 743 www.malagaexpat.com

Handyman & Van– Small removals, clearances. 603 257 612 (287011)

STORAGE STORAGE Marbella Dry Secure 603 860 702 move@freinternational.com (257824) STORAGE lowest price guaranteed. Packaging materials Self-Storage Marbella 952 811 311 (284729)

ROLLER SHUTTERS ACE OF SHADES - PERSIANA (security shutter) electric and manual, various colours available including wood effect, we also offer a repair service. Make your home more secure! Tel: 951 273 254 / 671 732 204 / info@aceofshades.design ROLLER shutter repairs, 7 days a week, conversion from manual to motorised, new installations. All areas covered. Coast and inland.

655 825 931 (280561)

bmceuropean.com 18+ years experience. New Clean Vehicles running several times monthly.

ONLINE QUOTE. Insured with RSA. 1/2 cubic metre to 100+ from £80p cbm. Worried who to use? We’ll look after you.

Call the BMC European Moving team free on Spain 900 984 960 or UK 0800 612 4677 (Don’t buy a dog - Rescue!)

NATIONAL / INTERNATIONAL 15 CUBIC metre van returning to the UK 20TH Dec. Space available each way. Tel. 639 928 090 (279272) EUROPE SPECIALIST. Combitrans Movers. 952 775 300 www.combitrans.es USA SPECIALIST Combitrans Movers. 952 775 300 www.combitrans.es LOCAL and INTERNATIONAL SPECIALIST. Combitrans Movers. 952 775 300 www.combitrans.es

MAN AND VAN Man & Van, 20€ ph. Removals, Rubbish & House Clearances. Paul 622 020 856 (277272) MOVEIT-STOREIT.COM Tel David 696 810 618 (282693) 2 MEN, Van €30 p hour.

House Clearances & Storage. 651 081 610 (286041) MAN & VAN removals & house clearance €20ph 609 321 958 (287357)

SERVICES

CARPENTRY CARPENTER cabinet maker, Irish. Property maintenance, plumbing, painting, electrical, kitchens. Bathrooms renovated etc. 30 years’ experience. Very reliable. 677 087 575 (277284)

FURNITURE FRENCH POLISHING REPAIRS, restoration etc. restore your valuable furniture to its former glory. Tel 647 579 519 / 952 499 944 (241249) Furniture repairs & restorations 603 257 612 (287011)

SEWING SERVICES CURTAINS, Blinds, Upholstery, Soft furnishings made to measure, wide range fabrics and foam 672 800 887 judeinspain@hot mail.com (286437)

SIGNS & DESIGNS EYEPRINT – 951 310 395 (259024) www.euroweeklynews.com

REMOVALS & STORAGE

moveit-storeit.com Tel David 696 810 618 (282693)

STARLIGHT PROPERTY. All Areas. Residential & Holiday Lets.

689 819 592 www.starlight-spain.com (286668)

PROPERTY TO LET

Spain UK UK Spain, Part / full loads Storage. Pet transport / travel with your pets spainukukspain@gmail.com 637 980 655 (286452) MOVE IT MASTERS UKSPAIN-UK. Over 30 years experience. Guaranteed lowest prices. Storage & kennelling available Tel or Whatsapp: 660 030 107 (287114)

FOR SALE

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE by professionals.

For all your needs: Gardening, Cleaning, Pool Maintenance, etc…

100% client satisfaction.

Call Javier now 654 353 522 – 640 626 675

LOCAL & International Removals Regular Schedules 603 860 702 move@freinter national.com (257824)

APARTMENT for rent 2 Bed, 2 Bath, internet. 825€ plus bills. Jason 608 365 520 (287360)

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE PRINTERS

PROFESSIONAL LOCAL REMOVALS AT AFFORDABLE RATES. 1/2 DAY FROM €90. FULL DAY FROM €175. WE ALSO PROVIDE A FORTNIGHTLY DOOR TO DOOR SERVICE TO UK AND EUROPE (INCL SCOTLAND). WORLDWIDE SHIPPING TO USA, AUSTRALIA, ETC AND FULL STORAGE FACILITIES. TEL (0034) 952 578 507 OR (0034) 637 892 278 / EMAIL gary moveit@yahoo.co.uk (284109)

CLASSIFIEDS

SITUATIONS VACANT

CLASSIFIEDS SITUATIONS VACANT TAKE Care of your Career as a live in Carer in the UK. If you have good written/spoken English with a British or EU passport you can earn from £1134 - £1344 for 2 weeks.

Contact Sandra Field on 658 965 204 or email s.field@con sultuscare.com (282731) Blue Square Real Estate is opening a New Office in Fuengirola - Mijas Costa and looking for Enthusiastic Sales Executives that like a challenge.

Experience in real estate or sales not essential, as you get full sales training & guidance.

Only requirements are must speak at least English or Spanish & have a good team spirit. Also looking for sales executives for Malaga, Fuengirola, Marbella, Estepona or Sotogrande. For more info call us on 951 66 77 88 or send your CV to tessa.vanbene den@blue-square.com

SOFT FURNISHINGS CURTAINS, blinds, cushions and much more. Free estimates and home visits.

Tel 657 369 343 or rosan nacarmella@hotmail.com

SOLAR ENERGY Solar Hot Water Systems.

Quality Guaranteed. All Areas, EnvirocareSpain since 1996. Call 952 663 141 or 670 409 759 www. envirocarespain.com in fo@envirocarespain.com

SITUATIONS VACANT

www.euroweeklynews.com SOLAR ENERGY

SWIMMING POOLS

Our Solarventi Air Collectors offer the complete solution!

Ventilation, Dehumidification & Heating with Solar Energy Free to Run- Eliminates Mould, Damp & Fungus - 5 Year Guarantee A Danish product Call Now for a FREE site visit 952 955 018 / 664 871 133 www.advasolsolutions.com

JUSTPOOLS.ES 8x4m pool 90€ inc. 10x5m pool 100€ inc. Re-grout 8x4 500€ inc Full liability insurance. 952 472 476 / 619 636 586 (258615)

SOLAR BLINDS ES Ideal For Large Glazed Areas To Reflect Heat / Glare And Stop Furniture Fading And Still Keep The View. Save Heat In The Winter Too Improve Your Living Environment. ian@solarshadetinting.com Tel Ian 958 496 571 / 644 546 176

TRANSLATOR OFFICIAL TRANSLATIONS. All languages. 952 789 204. Mobile 654 613 094. sanpedrotransla tions@gmail.com (286767)

TV & SATELLITE

SPORT

REPAIRS – TV’s, Plasmas, LCD’s, Digi – Boxes, Video, Hi-Fi and microwaves. Free estimates, can collect. 35 years’ experience. John 952 491 723 or 600 706 201 (286967)

GOLF SHARE Las Brisas €18000 Offers 617 333 777 (278948)

SWIMMING POOLS

www.euroweeklynews.com

SWIMMING POOLS WESTARPOOLS. Pool construction, renovation, repairs and heating. 619 246 372 / www.westarpools.com (286415)

SOLAR AIR COLLECTORS

Swimming pool heat pumps. Covers and rollers. Filtration systems. Quality guaranteed. All areas. EnvirocareSpain since 1996.

Call 952 663 141 or 670 409 759 www.enviro carespain.com info@en virocarespain.com (287013)

5 - 11 December 2019

POOL MAINTENANCE, repairs, friendly, reliable service. Estepona, Malaga, inland re-grouts, heaters. 678 791 495 / 951 295 699 www.sparklenripple.net

UPHOLSTERY ADVANCED Cleaning Services. Professional carpet and upholstery cleaning, 28 years experience, wet/dry clean. Honest, reliable. 678 808 837 / 952 669 701 ac servs@outlook.com (253107) CARPETS AND SOFAS cleaned. Reliable, fast service. Family run. Cleansol 952 930 861 / 607 610 578.

10am - 10pm 7 days, all areas Discount Code: EWN 1 CLEAN (206437) UPHOLSTERY including leather cleaned also carpets.

685 524 921 (253107)

WINDOWS

WINDOW TINTING MOBILE SERVICE. ITV Legal. Solar Reflective tint for glass curtains, balconies, yachts. Stop fading, heat & glare. 958 496 571 – 644 546 176 ian@solarshadetint ing.com (256591)

XXX RELAXATION Please note that in Spain there is NO legislation banning adverts in this section. Neither regional nor national governments are able to pass such a law due to rules governing freedom of publication and printing.

www.perfectpools.es Mai ntenance, Repairs & Renovations. Also, the very latest technology in pool heaters, covers & rollers. info@per fectpools.es. 650 348 785

SITUATIONS VACANT

TV & SATELLITE

EWN 97

READERS OF A SENSITIVE DISPOSITION MAY FIND SOME OF THE ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS SECTION OFFENSIVE.

FEMALE COLOMBIAN MATURE. 47yrs, Sexy, slim, beautiful breasts & especially my cute ass. Private Apartment. €50 half hour. 603 119 305. San Pedro (T1) (287428) MARBELLA CENTRE - the ideal place for your enjoyment in the city centre, eight young ladies for unforgettable moments. Open 24h and prices from €50.

For reservations and information call 620 366 817.

(283928) MATURE elegant lady.

Voluptuous bust. All services. Only hotel and home visits. 687 387 680 (285341) 8 SPECTACULAR girls delivered to maximum to please you in everything.

Visit us at our luxury villa.

Elegant and full of glamor.

Free Porn movies, erotic toys, natural French, kisses, Greek, lesbian, couples. 24h VISA 951274723, 616 368 985, www.butterflygirls.es (Bfly1) CALAHONDA Katalina, Colombian of hot blood, scandal body, big ass. Vicious, affectionate and complacent lover. I will drive you crazy with pleasure, my love !!! I wait impatient, honey!

650 237 102 (Bfly 2) RIVIERA Hello my love! I am Judith, beautiful longlegged mulatto, I am 32 years old and I am an expert, liberal and passionate lover with whom you can enjoy an unforgettable appointment 24h. Displacements 608 949 543 (Bfly 3) CALAHONDA from € 50.

Big tits Colombian very accommodating. Brunette with long hair. Pure vice and debauchery. Kisses, natural French, deep throat. 616 368 985 (Bfly 4) CLOSE to Elviria, Mikaela, blonde Brazilian mature, spectacular body, perfect curves. nimfomana and without limits. I will make you feel like a king. Natural, greek, golden shower, lesbian, couples 650 237 145 (Bfly 5) KIM, exquisite blonde with blue eyes, expert in the art of loving and giving pleasure. I give myself to the maximum. Discreet, sweet and affectionate. From € 50.

24 hours. I speak English.

VISA. 608 949 543 (Bfly 6)

98 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

RIVIERA I am a slim and sensual eastern escort that is open to all kinds of fetishism. I love to please my lovers and I assure you that I will never disappoint you. I am the blonde you are looking for, I have an impressive figure, you will adore my chest and I will dedicate a sensual parade in lingerie that you will not forget. I am also available to visit you at your hotel. 608 949 543 (Bfly 7) SADOMASO. Exclusive services, Bondage, spanking, dog training, water sports, anal penetration. Dungeon fully equipped. Services and professional equipment (cross, iron, straitjacket, strapon). Appointment. 648 814 653 (Bfly 8) MIJAS Costa, Paola, 29 years old, Mexican, a lady with style that will make you enjoy like nobody else. I have many erotic toys with which we can enjoy to the fullest, also pornos movies and a lot of imagination that has no limit.

Travel 650 237 102 (Bfly 9) LA CALA de Mijas, goddess of sex, Natalia, nimfomana, hot and multiorgasmica. I am an authentic volcano, as well as a very kind and dedicated woman. Incalls and outcalls. 24 hours. VISA. 608 949 543 (Bfly 10) MIJAS Costa, exuberant blonde, simply delicious and very accommodating. You will not regret. Difficult you will find something better. I have perfect measurements, natural chest, you will love my deep blue eyes and my soft long blonde hair. Let’s go whenever you want, in my house or in yours. I speak English. 24h 616 368 985 (Bfly 11) CALAHONDA Mikaela, blonde with hot blood and body of scandal. Vicious, affectionate and complacent lover. I am the only one who will know how to fulfill your fantasies, cheer up to ask me what you always dreamed and did not dare. french without.

Incall and outcall. 650 237 145 (Bfly 12) BUTTERFLY GIRLS, services INCALLS and OUTCALLS of high standing, 8 international ladies are awaiting 24hrs. Striptease, Lesbic, Welcome drink, Greek, Orgies, hardcore films, toys. VISA. www.but terflygirls.es 951 274 723, 648 814 653 (Bfly 13) FUENGIROLA. Oriental young, beautiful, sensual & sexy Japaneses girls.

Complete services. Pleasure always guaranteed.

Discretion Assured. Outcalls. 24hrs 693 988 340 (Whatsapp) (285680)

NUEVA ANDALUCIA: Very sexy, slim, horny and submissive girl offers you a special experience with maximum pleasure. All services, including sensual massages (qualified independent masseuse) with natural French and happy ending.

Private apartment. 656 350 401 (282CAW)

BENALMADENA: Young lady 35, attractive, sexy, educated. For gentlemen. €30.

634 209 427 (287378)

FUENGIROLA, new CARMEN 42yrs, greek, french, black Kiss, discreet, Fuengirola, Street Sevilla nº 20, tel 642867799 (287407)

Fuengirola and around. For the best girls in town check out www.secretgarden.sexy Every one a tried & tested performer (287373)

BENALMADENA - LAURA 28, slim brunette. Sexy model. Warm and friendly. Fluent English. Incalls & outcalls. 633 744 422 (282775)

BOLICHES: Celina: Kind, loving, involved lady. Authentic, sensual pleasure, erotic sensitive games. Enjoy absolute relaxing treatment. Prostate massages, full sex, anal, natural full oral/hand endings etc. Unhurried treatment. Receive only discreet, educated gentlemen. Private, quiet, cozy atmosphere! Apartment maximum intimacy. Only previous appointment: 11am/7pm. 622 210 797 (MB FU 1544)

Johanna’s House-Boliches .Beatiful Lady.Big Breast .Pefecto Body.Private Home.617 818 615 (287069) Fuengirola. Caroline.Brazilian. 35yrs.Beautiful Lady.Perfect Body.Big Breast 634 703 111 (287069) Fuengirola. Boliches. Elena Latina –Mature Woman. Perfect Body. Big Breast. 622 878 008 (287069) ENGLISH Elegant, attractive & classy lady in her 40s, gives a very sensual girlfriend experience in her discreet apartment. First timers & golfers especially welcome. Discretion assured.

Call 680 177 569 (286637) www.activeweb.es/sama ntasexymodel Spanish model, 28, erotic and more. Marbella-Calahonda. 685 624 324 (MB FU 1328) COMPLIANT GENUINE COUPLE (willing wife and knowing husband) offer an incredibly sexual and unique experience to ladies, couples, and gentlemen. Indulge your fantasy, be a voyeur, or simply enjoy very special pleasures with us.

Private apartment in Nueva Andalucia or out calls 685 189 518 (688SON) Fuengirola 667303738 Jessica mature 38 yrs Vicious discreet all services, massage, Street Sevilla número 20 (287407) BARBARA mature, slim, blonde kisses, dildos and porn video departures hotels and homes, visa 24 hr Elviria, Marbella 602 568649 (287363) VANESSA 37 years, blonde, all services for Gentlemen.

Private apartment, discreet.

Benalmadena 632 002 487 (287369)

www.sashaspassion.com 47yr old blonde for all your services. Private country retreat. www.casakinks pain.com 663 265 150 (MB FU 1551)

www.lailalynch1.com 47 yr old brunette. All services.

Fully stocked dungeon. www.casakinkspain.com 662 913 428 (MB FU 1550) FUENGIROLA, new CARMEN 42yrs, greek, french, black Kiss, discreet, Fuengirola, Calle Sevilla nº 20, tel 642867799 (287218) Nicol - Colombian 28 years – pretty and perfect body, available 24h, all services.

Outcalls in all the coast – tel 654 255 411 (286090) MULTIORGASMIC Danish sexpot, enables you to fulfill all your fantasies. Benajarafe. Xena. 685 390 163 (MB FU 1486) Lady - Dominican 23 years – very sexy and pretty, 24h - couples. All services, Outcalls along the coast – tel 652590064 (286090) BENALMADENA Beautiful seductive mature lady, voluptous, sexy. Elisa 612 449 898 (MB FU 1659) MULTIORGASMIC Danish sexpot, enables you to fulfill all your fantasies. Benajarafe. Xena. 685 390 163 (MB FU 1588) SOPHIA: Mature 52yrs, busty, guaranteed pleasure.

Arroyo de la Miel. 612 449 898 (MB FU 1543) NEW FUENGIROLA: Marina 120 natural breast, 22yrs, beautiful body, sweet and loving. 603 758 819 (MB FU 1677) CASSIE. Mature ENGLISH lady. Discreet and clean.

Fuengirola. 667 914 732 (MB FU 1620)

Russian, thai, latin, blond, brunette kissing ,trio, anal massage service spectacular discreet. San Pedro. 618 448 131 (MB CO 119) NATALI: New lovely 18yrs slim Brazilian. Fuengirola.

603 758 819 (MB FU 1715) SOPHIA: Mature 52yrs, busty, guaranteed pleasure.

Benalmadena.612 449 898 (MB FU 1659) Thai, filipina, beautifull slim hot, horny. Complete service, multiorgasmic,luxury.

Marbella 679 126 231 (MB CO 119) NEW SARAH. Very sweet, sensual, attractive, passionate girl. Sensitive stimulating massages. Maximum pleasure. Marbella center Private apartment. Visits. Hotel 682 367 138 (MB MI 298) DANIELA & SOFIA. Spanish. Specialized in couples and beginners. Erotic, tantric, prostatic, traditional, lingam massage. Marbella center. Private apartment.

Hotel 622 705 323 (MB MI 299) SABINILLAS/ SOTOGRANDE. Sensual blonde. In/outcalls. Discretion. Guaranteed pleasure.

602 489 524 (MB MI 300) MULTIORGASMIC Danish sexpot, enables you to fulfill all your fantasies.

Benajarafe. Xena. 685 390 163 (MB FU 1703) NEW SARA: Beautiful, slim Venezuelan, 22yrs, 120 breast, . Fuengirola 603 758 819 (MB FU 1715) ESTEPONA 2 girlfriends: Young, mature. No limits. Outcalls Visa. 680 966 710 (MB MI 301) BLONDE girl 39 years, fat ass, multiorgasmic, deepthroat, kissing, toys & squirt in my apartment or outcalls hotels/ home. Call/ WhatsApp 678 113 501 (MB FU 1717) MARY. Erotic massage.

Happy ending. 40 Euros. Private. Fuengirola Church Square. 697 441 387 (MB FU 1708) SAN PEDRO/ Estepona: Estrella 19 years, pretty, beautiful body, loving, no experience... but love to play with you.. Outcalls.

24hrs. Call me 604 109 768 (MB FU 1710) MATURE blonde, slim, 100 breast, bisexual, complete.

24/7. Incalls/ Outcalls. 611 252 506 (MB FU 1711) www.euroweeklynews.com

FUENGIROLA PORT” THE FAMOUS LONG ESTABLISHED 5 STAR LUXURY APARTMENT, ONLY 30 SECONDS WALK FROM THE LONDON PUB. SEX FOR LESS!! WE OFFER THE ONLY REAL “NO HIDDEN EXTRAS GUARANTEE” ON THE COAST!!

OUR ROOMS INCLUDE COOL CLIMATE, HOT PUSSIES, MIRRORS, TOYS, AND HOT D.V.D’S. FIRST A FREE DRINK, FOLLOWED BY YOUR CHOICE OF LADY. THIS IS WHAT YOU PAY FOR ALL INCLUSIVE. DON’T FORGET THE FAMOUS HOUSE SPECIAL A FULL 45 MINUTES FOR 50 EUROS ALL INCLUSIVE. START WITH A BOUT OF ORAL, FOLLOWED BY SCINTILATING SEX (CUM TWICE IF YOU CAN. FINNISH WITH A FABULOUS BODY TO BODY MASSAGE. YOUR PLEASURE IS OUR BUSINESS. REMEMBER NO HIDDEN XTRAS. DISCRETION AND HYGIENE OUR HOUSE GUARANTEE. WE ARE OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY 11AM TO 8PM. ALL CALL ANSWERED IN ENGLISH

BY TONY. RING NOW ON 685 834 014/ 658 601 339. WE ARE OFTEN COPIED, BUT NEVER SURPASSED!!! (ALWAYS LOOKING FOR NEW GIRLS. PHONE FOR WORK NUMBER ABOVE. IMMEDIATE START!!!) (MB FU 1714) NEW FUENGIROLA: Naomi 19yrs Brazilian mulata, beautiful, big breast. 603 758 819 (MB FU 1715) 40 EUROS Prostatic, Tantra body2body massage with complete ending by beautiful lady. All night visit 250 Euros. Fuengirola 645 131 273 (MB FU 1716) SPECIAL anal. Marbella explosive blonde, 120 breast. Couples. French without. Squirting. Photos available. Visa/Amex.

Visits 24hrs. 680 554 614 (MB FU 1719) PUERTO Banus: Lesbic show. Gina and Lorena 18 years, French without, Greek. Photos available. 672 420 027 (MB FU 1719) MARBELLA Gabrielle Dominatrix I enjoy torturing, humiliation, Golden rain. Black kiss. Anal.

Latex. Leather. Tongue kisses. I send photos.

24hrs. Visa/Amex. 672 420 027 (MB FU 1719)

CLASSIFIEDS MARBELLA: Delux villa, 8 high standing señ oritas.

Complete massage. Pool, Jacuzzi and Spa. Bar. 24hrs. www.casama samarbella.com 680 554 614 (MB FU 1719) PUERTO Banus: Mó nica.

Brazilian Porno actress, explosive blonde, 140 breast, full Service, bondage, toys, couples.

24hrs. Send photos. 672 420 027 (MB FU 1719) MARBELLA Chanel voluptuous blonde, 130 breast, 24 years. All services. 24hrs. Hotel/ Visits. I send photos. 672 420 027 (MB FU 1719) Fatty VICIOUS BIG TITS very pretty, latina, lover, all services, natural french, massage, 27 years I work alone. Discretion - Tel: 632 676 341 (387410) MARBELLA Stunning Brazilian mulata, 21.

French without. Anal.

Couples. Threesomes.

Toys. Hotel/Visits. I send photos. 680 554 614 (MB FU 1719)

SHEMALE TRANSEXUAL Sophia, beautiful brunette, active/passive, great bust, hung 662 045 252. www.distantas.net/sofia-bi agg/ Fuengirola (MB FU 1685) ESTEPONA. Transvestite, 20 years, luscious. Outcalls 24hrs. Visa. 660 874 904 (MB MI 302) BENALMADENA: Trans Priscila, mulata, big cock, big tits. Party girl.

610 026 333 (MB FU 1709)

MALE BI ACTIVE, powerful 20 centimeters. Very productive, well endowed, party animal. Your perfect lover for men and couples 603 202 758 (287108) XXL BOY for good time and horny fantasies 643 101 739 (287108)

CLASSIFIEDS

www.euroweeklynews.com

Pol Boy 25 years, professional massage + relax & option, cabinet equipped, central area Malaga city, info whatsapp +34 681250831 (287408)

EROTIC, exotic body and prostate massage. Happy ending. Senior Citizens 50% off. Benalmadena Costa by Windmill roundabout. 658 336 295 (MB FU 1712)

Fetishfanatic@yahoo.co.uk submissive wltm a dominant very broadminded knowledgeable guy 50+ who wants someone for extreme behavior. You must have a venue that is comfortably private where time can be taken exploring the deeper and darker sides of deviant behavior no fees (287425)

THAI sensual 32y.o. Happy ending specialist. Massage body/body erotic. Visits, hotels Private apartment. Benalmadena Beach. WhatsApp 612 210 289 (MB MI 303)

MASSAGE PURE ECSTACY in Nueva Andalucia with young pretty independent masseuse.

Erotic body, tantric and other completely relaxing massages in private apartment 656 350 401 (282688) VICKY Special erotic massage hard to forget Vicky’s hands on extras always remember where to cum again. Call me now for summer sales special prices Benalmadena Tel: 633 693 334 (287041) Asian touch, proffessional massage, relieve pain, stress, private Marbella 604 143 788 (MB CO 118)

For daily news visit www.euroweeklynews.com

VARIOUS www.costaswing.com, the number one website to meet like-minded singles/couples for fun and friendship (287044) VIAGRA Sildamax 100mg. â‚Ź15 for 10 tablets. FREE Delivery. Phone 622 170 239 Male/Female viagra, cialis, kamagra jelly all areas. Delivery available 604 385 476. viagra4you19@gmail.com (287282) VIAGRA (Kamagra) 100mg, Cialis (Tadalafil) 20 mg, Jellies 100 mg. Wholesale & retail. Free delivery all areas.

For the best products & service. 617740250 Debbie. 24 hrs (MB CO 115) HIGH-RISE Aromas / Rush / Amsterdam / Gold / Jungle Juice plus Viagra / Kamagra... wholesale Low Low PRICES English & Spanish speaking. Contact +44 7712 454748 simon@bluepas sions.com (287372)

5 - 11 December 2019

EWN 99

MOTORING PORSCHE has launched its first ever all­electric emissions­free, su­ per­fast sports model offering typ­ ical Porsche performance with everyday usability.

The new flagship battery­pow­ ered Porsche Taycan Turbo S four­ door sports saloon is the first of a family of electric vehicles from the German car­maker and marks a ‘new era’ for the brand.

The first models in the new se­ ries, the Taycan Turbo S and Tay­ can Turbo are at the cutting edge of Porsche E­Performance and are among the most powerful produc­ tion models currently in its product range.

The flagship Turbo S version of the Taycan can generate up to 560 kW (761 PS; Taycan Turbo S: com­ bined power consumption 26.9 kWh/100 km; combined CO2 emis­ sions 0 g/km) overboost power in combination with Launch Control, and the Taycan Turbo up to 500 kW (680 PS; Taycan Turbo: com­ bined power consumption 26.0 kWh/100 km; combined CO2 emis­ sions 0 g/km). The Taycan Turbo S accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 2.8 seconds, while the Taycan Turbo completes this sprint in 3.2

100

5 - 11 December 2019

to read more visit

www.euroweeklynews.com

Taycan control ONE STEP BEYOND: Leatherfree interior option. seconds. The Turbo S has a range of up to 412 kilometres, and the Turbo a range of up to 450 kilome­ tres. The top speed of both all­ wheel­drive models is 260 km/h.

With its clean, puristic design, the Taycan signals the beginning of a new era, but retains the unmis­

takable Porsche design DNA. Fea­ turing innovative elements such as the glass­effect logo integrated in­ to the light bar at the rear.

The cockpit is of a completely new architecture with a freestand­ ing, curved instrument cluster forming the highest point on the

dashboard. A central,10.9­inch in­ fotainment display and an optional passenger display are combined to form an integrated glass band.

The number of classic hardware controls such as switches and but­ tons has been greatly reduced. In­ stead, control is intelligent and in­

tuitive, using touch operation or the voice control function. With the Taycan, Porsche offers an en­ tirely leather­free interior for the first time. Interiors made from in­ novative recycled materials under­ score the sustainable concept of the electric sports car.

Sporty and efficient VOLKSWAGEN’S T­Cross gets its most powerful engine yet.

The compact SUV is now available to order with a 1.5­ litre TSI with 110 kW/150 PS. The new power unit adds a unique, sporty option to the existing T­Cross engine range.

The T­Cross converts its power into traction both dy­ namically and efficiently to boast combined consumption figures of 5.2 litres per 100 kilometres.

The new engine provides a maximum torque of 250 Nm between 1,500 to 3,500 rpm.

The SUV accelerates from 0­ 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 200 km/h. The most powerful power unit is exclusively avail­ able with the seven­speed dual­clutch gearbox (DSG).

For almost a year now, Volkswagen’s T­Cross SUV has been a highlight of the com­ pact segment in the compa­ ny’s model range. And this compact model is hugely ver­ satile, be it in terms of more legroom for passengers or more space in the luggage compartment ­ the rear seat

AVAILABLE TO ORDER: Seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox as standard. bench can be moved by 14 centimetres so any plan can be put into action with no hassle. This expands the load­ ing volume of the small SUV from 385 to 455 litres and, if you completely fold down the rear seat backrest, even up to 1,281 litres.

The T­Cross is well connect­ ed too. It features wireless

charging so you can keep your phone fully charged without the need for any ca­ bles. You can use the four USB ports (two up front, two in the rear) to connect your smartphone to the car with ease. The optional digital cockpit featuring a latest­gen­ eration, eight­inch Infotain­ ment touchscreen and Active

Info Display sets new stan­ dards in connectivity.

The model also comes with a range of assist systems which were previously re­ served for higher vehicle cate­ gories. Standard features in­ clude ‘Front Assist’ Autonomous Emergency Braking with ‘Pedestrian Mon­

itoring’ and City Emergency Braking System, the ‘Lane Assist’ lane­ keeping system, Hill Start As­ sist as well as the ‘Blind Spot’ Monitor lane change system which warns the driver about vehicles located in the blind spot, with integrated Rear Traffic Alert.

MOTORING

www.euroweeklynews.com

ROAD TEST

by Nick Fletcher FIAT’S cute 500 model has been a style icon since first created back in the 1950s and the current version still has plenty of charm which gives it a distinct advantage in the city car sector.

While you can pay around €23,000 (£20,000) for the top­specification versions of the 500 with lots of kit and more sporty engines, the entry­level Pop version starts at a more accessible €14,695 (£12,615) and while at that price you don’t get too much standard equip­ ment, you still get the cute cachet of the car and its cool retro­image.

The featured model is the entry version with a 68 hp 1.2­litre petrol engine and five­speed gearbox.

Standard kit is limited to remote locking, electric windows and door mir­ rors, a radio/CD player and a USB socket, though

THE new Polestar 1 is not a pure electric car but a plug­in petrol­ electric hybrid linked to an eight­ speed automatic gearbox with manual override paddles.

On looks alone it is eye­catch­ ing with a sophisticated sporty GT silhouette made possible by its carbon­fibre construction which has given designers more flexibili­ ty to create crisper, more elegant lines, allowing for a lower roofline and vast panoramic glass roof let­ ting light flood in.

Each rear wheel has its own electric motor that allows for both stability and acceleration, known as ‘torque­vectoring’ when entering a curve helping keep you secure and solid on the ground when accelerating around a bend.

Boasting rocketing accelera­ tion from 0 to 62mph in just 4.2 seconds and an active rear spoil­ er lifts up into place at speeds from 62mph and retracts again when it drops to 44mph, though it can be manually adjusted.

Power for this smart plug­in hybrid electric car comes in two main parts working seamlessly together. Firstly, there’s a 2.0­litre inline four cylinder supercharged and turbocharged petrol engine developing 309 horse­power (hp) and sitting on the front axle.

5 - 11 December 2019

Fiat 500 Pop CITY CAR: A style icon with plenty of charm.

there are a variety of op­ tions which can be added at extra cost. It also has seven air­bags as stan­ dard.

The 500 can seat four adults in reasonable com­ fort and while the boot­ space of just 185 litres is tiny, it is adequate for lo­

Facts at a glance Model: Fiat 500 Pop Engine: 1.2 litre petrol Transmission: 5-speed manual Performance: 0-100 kph 12.9 seconds, top speed 186 kph (116 mph) Economy: 18.9 kpl (53.3 mpg) Emissions: 116/gkm

Model tested was UK-specification and equipment levels and prices may vary in other markets.

Volvo in disguise This is linked to two 85kW electric motors on the rear axle which in turn generate 232hp/170kW. Adding to the mix a ‘crank integrated starter gener­ ator’ which sits between the crank­shaft and the petrol engine and develops 69 horse­power.

It both acts as a starter motor

and gives additional electric torque when the combustion en­ gine is in use allowing the petrol engine to charge the on­board batteries up to 80 per cent capac­ ity while on the move if required.

The Polestar 1 can be driven as a fully­electric vehicle at speeds of up to 100mph ­ even at full

throttle ­ without the need for the petrol engine to kick in.

It has an electric­only range: 78 miles. Providing the power are two high voltage lithium ion bat­ tery packs totalling 348 volts 34kWh. Great claimed fuel econ­ omy of 403mpg with CO2 emis­ sions of 15g/km.

cal shopping and can be expanded to take larger items by folding down the rear seats. The retro­style cabin is simple, unfussy and functional.

The car has good all­ round visibility and its small stature and light steering make it an ideal

EWN 101

city car, agile in narrow streets and tight parking spaces. Out on the open road it can cruise at mo­ torway speeds without too much engine noise in­ trusion and although the seats may look basic, they are comfortable on longer journeys.

Top speed of 1.2­litre petrol model is 186 kph (116 mph) and the 0­ 100 kph time 12.9 seconds which in such a small and nimble car doesn’t actually feel as slow as the time may suggest. Aver­ age fuel economy is 18.9 kpl (53.3 mpg) and emissions 116 g/km.

There are many rivals in the city car sector, includ­ ing the Kia Picanto, Hyundai i10 and SEAT Mii and while some may offer a little more in terms of standard equipment or better fuel economy, when it comes to sheer vi­ sual charisma the Fiat 500 still leads the way.

102 EWN

www.euroweeklynews.com

5 - 11 December 2019

Brom back on top A LAST­MINUTE Charlie Austin penalty helped West Bromwich Albion return to the top of the Sky Bet Cham­ pionship with a fifth­succes­ sive victory on Monday night.

Despite a dominant perfor­ mance Slaven Bilic’s side found themselves heading in­ to the final minute level at 0­0, with Leeds having taken top spot over the weekend but when Kyle Edwards rushed through on goal he was unfair­ ly tackled by Declan Rudd, and referee Oliver Langford had no hesitation and pointed to the spot.

Charlie Austin scored, send­ ing Rudd the wrong way be­ fore side­footing his penalty into the bottom­right corner ­ creating scenes of jubilation in the away end amongst Bag­ gies fans!

Bilic named an unchanged side after a 4­1 victory against Bristol City last Wednesday.

The early stages of the game saw Albion dominate posses­ sion, but it took until close to the 45th minute mark to cre­ ate the first shooting opportu­

nity of the evening to excite their vocal away following.

Nathan Ferguson picked the ball up in his own half and beat his man. The young full­ back powered forward and Preston’s backline parted, al­ lowing him to rifle a shot at goal, which Rudd managed to tip over the bar.

Preston went close next.

Sean Maguire found himself unmarked in the Albion penal­ ty box following a throw­in and hit a shot which Sam Johnstone had to turn around at his near post.

Bilic’s side bounced straight back, though. Matt Phillips found a yard on the edge of the Preston box and hit a curl­ ing left­footed effort just wide before whipping in a superb free­kick to the back post which Kyle Bartley couldn’t quite turn in.

Phillips continued to be at the centre of the Baggies’ at­ tacking intent, hitting a shot onto the turn straight at Rudd.

Albion continued to control the ball as they searched for a way past the hosts’ resolute

defence, and once again Phillips found space on the edge of the box and hit a low effort, which Rudd again got his hands to and tipped wide.

Plenty of possession even­ tually paid dividends though when Baggies’ Kyle Edwards burst through on goal and went around Rudd, who tripped the Albion winger, with referee Langford pointing straight to the spot.

Austin stepped up to tuck the penalty into the corner, adding the perfect ending to a convincing away performance from the Baggies.

West Brom went back to the top of the table leaving their many travelling fans with a cheery trip home.

We the Euro Weekly News spoke to Julian Dicks (West Brom Coach) after the game Dicksie said “Tough game, very tough game but we knew we had to win it to get back on top of the table ­ Preston are a very good side and it was tough to break them down but we got there in the end to take away the three points.”

SPORT

Unbeaten start THE Blue Sky Walking Football League contin­ ued on Wednesday (November 27) with the first of the monthly fixtures when League lead­ ers Aston Viñuela defended their unbeaten start to the season against one of the pre­sea­ son favourites, Smiles (Calahonda) 50’s ‘A.’ In an excellent match with both teams seem­ ingly well matched a close first half ended score­ less. H.T. 0­0. Smiles broke the deadlock early in the second half with a goal from Ian Salt, brother of manager Gray. Viñuela came back quickly with an equaliser then edged in front to lead 3­1.

With another defeat seeming likely for Smiles Ian Salt had other ideas and pulled it back to 3­2.

Viñuela were not to be denied and went 4­2 in front with their unbeaten record remaining in­ tact. However, with time wearing on Kevin Mal­ lon brought Smiles back into it to make it 4­3 be­ fore Viñuela scored again to make it 5­4 with minutes to go.

Ian Salt had other ideas though and with two minutes to go scored again to complete his hat trick and ensure a nervous last two minutes for Viñuela. But the Lakeside team held on to re­ main at the top of the league and make it three matches without defeat.

Result Aston Vinuela 5 (Scorers Clive 2, Adrian 2, Dean 1) Crowd. Est. 40 Smiles (Calahonda) 50’s ‘A’ 4 (Scorers Ian Salt 3, Kevin Walton 1) After the match, Viñuela Manager Steve

Muschamp, said: “The team has exceeded ex­ pectations. Everyone works so hard in training and now we are getting results. Great bunch of guys too.”

Smiles manager, Gray Salt, said “We’re very disappointed but we are regrouping and we are still in the Cup and looking to as high a finish in the League as possible. I think there is more quality in the League than people expected.”

Other December Fixtures. Local ‘derby’ be­ tween Walking Football Spain (WFS) ‘A’ and WFS (Marbella) ‘B.’ Both teams unbeaten so a crack­ ing game in store, at Benahavis.

Smiles (Calahonda) 60’s ‘B’ v Walking Dead, at Finca Naundrup, Calahonda. Kick off 7pm.

Both games take place on Wednesday De­ cember 18, but check www.walkingfooty.com, Walking Football Spain or Smiles Facebook pages beforehand.

In other news, Walking Football Spain contin­ ue to prepare a squad to participate in the pres­ tigious European Tournament in Mallorca , Browns Tournament in Portugal and the FIWFA ‘World Cup’ in Manchester. They all take place in May. An additional fixture is against Gibraltar WFC with dates to be announced.

WFS members note ­ the session at Finca Naundrup has been changed from Thursday to Friday, 10am to 11am due to the Club Dinner Dance being held on Wednesday evening at El Olivio, La Cala de Mijas.

SPORT

www.euroweeklynews.com

Hammering on CHELSEA suffered a shock 1­0 defeat to struggling West Ham United at Stamford Bridge on Saturday in the West v the East Derby.

Aaron Cresswell scored the winner in the second half to condemn Chelsea to back­to­back Premier League defeats.

Chelsea remain in fourth place but Tot­ tenham reduced the gap to seven points with a win over Bournemouth.

West Ham thought they had doubled their lead after 67 minutes through Michail Antonio, but VAR disallowed the goal for handball.

The victory sees West Ham steer four points clear of the relegation places and eases pressure off manager Manuel Pelle­ grini.

Frank Lampard’s side host Aston Villa in midweek, while West Ham visit Wolves.

Lampard told reporters that he still be­ lieves in his squad and thinks they have shown some great things this season. But he pointed out that ‘we played below par today, it’s time for a bit of character and see our reaction for Aston Villa on Wednesday.’

The manager went on to say ‘we did not do enough in the final third I think that’s been the story in the last three games.’

Before the game, Chilean Pellegrini had looked in danger of becoming the third London Premier League manager this month to lose his job after Tottenham Hotspur dismissed Mauricio Pochettino and Arsenal sacked Unai Emery.

Pellegrini said that “for me the most difficult thing this week was not about my future or about the job, it was to con­ vince the players not to change, that we were doing the right thing.”

West Ham goalkeeper David Martin, whose father Alvin played for the club for many years, made his debut on Saturday aged 33 and was in tears at the end.

After his fine debut, he told British press that “it still doesn’t feel real” and that he was just pleased he got through it without letting anyone down, adding “ac­ tually I enjoyed it in the end.”

“My dad didn’t say much ­ I think we were both in tears. For my dad to play for the club for 21 years and see it, and for me to make my debut, keep a clean sheet and get a win for the boys, it is so pleasing.”

West Ham fans were in full spirit hav­ ing not won at Stamford Bridge for 17 years but they are still in doubt regards their manager who needs a successful winning run to relieve the pressures cur­ rently on his shoulders.

5 - 11 December 2019

EWN 103

Hamilton wins the Abu Dhabi IT was never in doubt. Brit Lewis led every lap. Hamilton had done it ­ his 11th race win of 2019, with the drivers’ title already wrapped up. It was a phenomenal performance.

Some pyrotechnics fired up on the final straight as the celebra­ tions of the season came to an end in Abu Dhabi.

Hamilton finished first, Ver­ stappen second, Leclerc third, Bottas a brilliant fourth having started last on the grid.

Someone on the radio from the Mercedes pit lane summed it all up “Get in there Lewis, what a drive … you didn’t even break into a sweat with that one.”

Hamilton replied: “I can as­ sure you I am sweating. What a race, what a weekend. I just want to say a huge thank you to everyone here, and back home.

I gotta say … this one’s for the fans.”

This was the first December held Grand Prix since 1963 and after a long season Mercedes and Lewis Hamilton celebrated in style spinning doughnuts on the track in front of race fans.

When he eventually got to

VICTORIOUS: Lewis Hamilton put on a phenomenal performance. the podium he threw the tro­ phy aloft in pure celebration spirit.

It’s been an amazing achieve­ ment by Hamilton and his Mer­ cedes team. Can the Briton win another one next year, and draw level with Michael Schu­ macher on seven drivers titles is now the big question?

Meanwhile Vettel was in sar­ castic mood when asked: “How do you feel about the season?” he replied “I feel like I want to go and get changed now, but in­ stead I have to stand here and answer your questions. I’m only being honest.”

Whilst Bottas was pleasantly pleased with himself after start­

ing at the back of the grid in the other Mercedes. He said “It was a pretty tough race, I was giving everything I could, but I have to say it was pretty good fun, com­ ing from the back. It wasn’t the easiest, without any DRS in the first 20 laps … but I feel I could­ n’t have done anything more, I gave it everything and that’s what matters.”

Speculation was rife all week­ end though that Lewis Hamilton was off to join Ferrari after he admitted he wants to join the Italian giants before he ends his career ­ Totto Wolf admitting at this stage there was a 25 per cent chance it could take place before next season.

SPORT

104

5 - 11 December 2019

JAVIER TEBAS, president of the Spanish premier league, resigned from his post on Monday, but will stand for re-election.

to read more visit www.euroweeklynews.com

City crush Burnley BURNLEY, in claret and blue, kicked off from left to right.

City were in their black change strip.

A shaky start by Burnley saw on seven minutes Jesus have a goal ruled out. He was offside. It would have been a lovely goal. De Bruyne drove the corner to the edge of the box, where Angelino belted a volley towards goal. It was slightly off target and came to Jesus, who instinctively flicked the ball behind his standing leg and into the net.

He was, alas, a long way off­ side though.

It wasn’t long though until Jesus struck on 24 minutes, Pieters crossed too close to Ederson and City were straight on the counter­at­ tack. Eventually David Silva

IT’S official, Lionel Messi is the winner of the 2019 Ballon d’Or and makes history by becoming the first player ever to have won the trophy six times.

Messi was level with Cristiano Ronaldo, with five Ballon d’Ors, and now he has moved onto his unique level.

At a star­studded cere­ mony in Paris on Monday evening, the FC Barcelona star was crowned the world’s best player for the first time since 2015, seeing off strong compe­ tition from the likes of Liverpool’s Virgil Van Dijk.

Cristiano Ronaldo fin ­ ished third in the voting.

At the ceremony, Luka Modric presented the

G JESUS: His goal gave City a deserved two goal lead in the second half.

played a simple ball to Gabriel Jesus on the left wing.

He moved into the area, used

Bardsley as a screen and bent a glorious rising shot into the far corner. It was a classic fin­

Messi wins his sixth Ballon d’Or

TROPHY RECORD: Messi is first player to win the Ballon d’Or six times.

ish, and Pope had no chance.

Burnley though simply hanged on to half time as

Barcelona captain with the trophy, after the Croatian’s year of holding it in 2018 came to an end.

Messi was accompa­ nied by his wife and two children, in addition to some of the club’s senior staff as he collected the trophy at the France Football gala.

Messi later posted on Facebook: ‘Thanks to France Football and the journalists who vot­ ed for me. I couldn’t have won this award without the help of my teammates, both those at FC Barcelona and the Argentina national team, and that’s why this prize is theirs too. Of course, it also belongs to my family, who I dedicate it to, and who give me such great sup­ port every day.’

they were being totally out­ played by an obvious City side regathering form.

Second half and nothing got better for Burnley as five minutes into the second half saw another fine goal from Gabriel Jesus give City a de­ served two­goal lead. They moved the ball around for ages before Bernardo Silva, on the right, whipped an in­ swinging cross towards the far post. Jesus got in front of Bardsley, six yards from goal, and adjusted his body smartly to slam a volley into the net via the post.

In the 68th minute it was a case of ‘pick that out’ as Rodri made it 3­0 with a thumping finish. David Silva had a shot blocked by a Burnley defend­ er, with the ball rebounding

to Rodri just outside the D. He waited for it to sit up be­ fore cutting across a vicious first­time shot that beat Pope and flew into the top of the net.

Whilst cruising at 0­3 Riyad Mahrez hadn’t settled for that. He beat Mee on the 87th minute with a step over on the edge of the area and drove a low right­footed shot into the bottom corner.

It was another excellent goal.

No clean sheet for City though when the ball rico­ cheted around the area and fell kindly for Robbie Brady, who slams it past the out­ rushing Ederson.

City produced a portfolio of quality football in this game coming out 1­4 winners.