Euro Weekly News - Costa del Sol 19 - 25 March 2020 Issue 1811

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AMONGST the doom and gloom of recent events, Euro Weekly would like to communicate a message of hope, compassion, and solidarity. We must let go of our individualism by remembering the importance and meaning of community.

A pandemic virus cannot be beaten on the individual level. We must act together to ensure that we can all enjoy a brighter future. The healthiest and strongest members of our community can be a liability to the most vulnerable groups.

Hence, the importance of respecting the rules and regulations in place. Now isn’t the time to mourn your afternoon pint at the pub or yearn for your time

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STRONGER TOGETHER at the beach.

Now is a time to think; about the elderly, the medical staff who sacrifice their time and health, people with chronic illnesses, and the people who cannot stockpile goods.

Take this time to better yourself and, more importantly, the community you know and love.

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Protection with Pets UNDER the State of Alarm, you may be wondering what rules apply to our furry friends.

Maria Van Kerkhove, from the World Health Organisation, highlights that “there has been no evidence to suggest that this virus can be transmitted from humans to pets nor from pets to humans.”

Social media is littered with fake information so stick to reliable news sources; pets cannot transmit the virus to humans, please don’t abandon them.

Quarantine requires residents to stay indoors, however, the government has allowed pet-owners to take their dog(s) for a walk but without taking advantage of the circumstance. This means avoiding all social contact. You must walk your pet alone, as going for a stroll with another person can NATIONAL POLICE have arrested a 28-year-old man whom they consider responsible for three alleged crimes of robbery with violence.

As reported by the Malaga Provincial Police Station, on one occasion he acted

VETERINARY CLINICS AND PET STORES TO REMAIN OPEN: Call in advance to confirm that your local business is open. incur sanctions. Walking your pet is a necessity, it is not meant to be a leisurely activity.

Hygiene guidance to take into consideration when caring for your pets is to always wash your hands after petting them, and to avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Clean their paws be-

with a sidekick that investigators are still looking for.

The crook threatened his victims with a sharp object and pretended to be carrying a firearm to confuse and intimidate the workers of the establishments.

During the robbery of a

fore getting home as an extra precaution. If you test positive for coronavirus, find someone to take care of your pet, as you must stay indoors at all time. If this is impossible, make sure you regularly wash your hands, avoid physical contact and wear a mask.

Age care LESLEY BERRIDGE, Welfare Officer for Age Care Calahonda contacted EWN to let us know of the current arrangements they have made during the State of Alarm.

They currently cater to approximately 174 clients who have been contacted to make them aware that Age Care is currently closed but they have not been forgotten.

These clients are to be phoned two to three times a week for shopping needs, social contact in the hope of preventing loneliness, to collect their medicines from the pharmacy and for any other emergencies.

Age Care is regularly in

Three robberies taxi driver, he acted quickly and violently and caused minor injuries to the driver’s neck and hands. The culprit man-

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aged to take away his mobile phone and cash. After several investigations, officers managed to identify, locate and arrest the

man as the alleged person responsible for three violent robberies, thanks to a special search operation.

He had committed the assaults in a very specific area and used the same modus operandi in all cases and wore similar cloth-

touch with Mijas councillor, Bill Anderson, keeping up to date with new policies coming out from the government and then advising our clients or phoning them personally.

They also have a WhatsApp group to keep in regular contact with each other, arranging drivers for clients’ specialist appointments at any of the hospitals and any other matters that may arise.

ing, decked out in a black hooded coat and aviator sunglasses.

A search carried out at the home of the person under investigation uncovered various items of clothing that had been used in the alleged robberies.

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE CORONAVIRUS THE Coronaviruses are viruses which circulate between animals but can also affect humans.

The newest strain of Coronavirus was identified in China at the end of 2019 and has never been witnessed in humans before.

The most common symptoms of this illness (COVID-19) are: ⁃ Fever ⁃ Cough ⁃ Shortness of breath

CORONAVIRUS HOTLINE:

900 400 061

Ways to protect ourselves from the virus ⁃ Wash your hands with frequency ⁃ Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth ⁃ When coughing, cover your mouth with a disposable tissue or cough into your forearm or into your flexed elbow ⁃ If you have respiratory symptoms avoid close contact with others

If you yourself have recently been in a high-risk area, or come into contact with someone who has, and you exhibit the relevant symptoms…

Do not go directly to the hospital or health centre. Instead contact Salud Responde via the Coronavirus hotline.

CAN AND CAN’T DOS SPAIN’S 15-day official state of alert due to the major coronavirus crisis means the government has imposed extraordinary restrictions countrywide on movement and daily life to protect public health and safety, contain the spread of Covid-19 and to reinforce the public health system.

• Staying at home and exceptions

Everyone is expected to stay inside their homes unless they have a valid reason for going out. People are allowed to circulate on public streets to buy food, pharmaceuticals and essential goods, for assistance at medical centres and to get to and from their workplace.

The circulation of private vehicles for the above and to fill up at service stations is allowed.

Activities have to be carried out individually, with the exception of accompanying people with a disability or for another justifiable reason.

• Education

All public and private schools, universities and education centres have been closed, but online educational activities or distance learning continue where possible.

• Open and shut

All businesses have had to close with the exception of those selling food and drink and essential items, pharmaceuticals, medication, and hygiene products, the press, vehicle fuel, technological and telecommunications equipment, animal food, and launderettes.

The doors are closed to all museums, libraries, monuments, entertainment venues, sports facilities and leisure outlets.

• Civil and religious ceremonies

Any civil or religious ceremony has to be in accordance with the measures on avoiding gatherings of people, and with the guarantee, people are at least one-metre apart from each other.

• Public transport

Public transport is still running to enable people to get to work if they have to and to access basic services. Operators are required to take measures to ensure passengers are well separated and to clean vehicles daily in accordance with Health Ministry recommendations.

• Enforcement and fines

Law enforcement and State Security forces are ensuring compliance with extraordinary restrictions. People who do not obey the rules could face fines of up to €600,000 or even a one-year prison sentence in the most serious of cases.

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TRAVEL ADVICE UPDATE THE FCO has updated its Travel Advice to state that from Tuesday March 17 until the end of the State of Alarm, Spain is closing its borders to those who wish to enter the country, with some exceptions. The land borders remain open for those leaving Spain.

At present, air and maritime borders will remain open following the restrictions put in place by the Spanish government in response to the outbreak of coronavirus (Covid-19). For more information visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/spain.

On March 14, the Spanish government introduced a State of Alarm, which imposes significant restrictions on movement throughout Spain in response to the coronavirus outbreak. Transport services will be operating at reduced levels. Public gatherings are banned, most shops, many businesses and all schools and universities are closed, and residents have been instructed to remain at home as much as possible.

There are limited, specific exceptions to the requirement to remain at home, in particular

in order to buy food or other essential items, to return home to the primary residence, to go to work if unable to work from home and to carry out caring or similar duties.

We keep our travel advice under constant review and recommend that British nationals sign up for alerts, so they know when it has been updated. Anyone with upcoming journeys planned, should check with their airlines and tour operators for the latest information.

British Ambassador to Spain, Hugh Elliott, recorded a video message for explaining the implications of the State of Alarm and showing his appreciation by saying “A big thank you to the Spanish authorities, in particular the healthcare professionals, for all the great work they are doing to help keep everyone in Spain - of all nationalities - safe, in circumstances that are very challenging indeed.” You can view the video at www.facebook.com/BritsInSpain/videos/266 0845330824956

These details are correct at the time of going to press.

For more information on coronavirus, please follow the advice of the Spanish government www.mscbs.gob.es/ and UK government www.gov.uk/guidance/travel-advice-novel-coronavirus.

Urgent measures A NUMBER of urgent measures have been adopted by the Spanish government in a bid to protect the public after coronavirus plunged the country into an official ‘state of alarm.’

The moves are aimed at preventing the spread of the virus, maintaining social protection for employees and the self-employed and ensuring the supply and best distribution of medicines and health products.

As such, workers who are infected with COVID-19 or forced into periods of isolation for their own protection, will be eligible for temporary incapacity benefit.

The European Council held an extraordinary meeting on March 10, during which Heads of States identified four priorities.

Firstly, to limit the spread of the virus. Members reiterated ‘as a maximum priority’ the health of citizens must be protected, and that all actions be based on scientific and health authority recommendations, with proportionate measures.

Secondly, the consistent

supply of medication. It was agreed to entrust the Commission with the analysis of the public’s needs and the implementation of initiatives to avoid a shortage, in collaboration with industry representatives.

Thirdly, the promotion of research, in particular for the development of a vaccine.

And fourthly, deal with the socio-economic consequences. The Union and its members pledged to make use of all resources to support workers and small businesses.

To respond to these priorities, the European Commission is working on two fronts sanitary and economic.

On the health front, a number of actions have been announced.

These include the coordination of measures through daily conferences with the Ministers of Health and Interior and the organisation of a team of epidemiologists and virologists from different Member States to propose guidelines at European level.

An inventory of protective equipment and available

breathing apparatus is being drawn up, together with an assessment of production and distribution capabilities.

And there will be a strengthening of a European initiative to fund specific research on coronavirus, with €140 million of public and private funding for vaccine research, diagnosis and treatment.

The Spanish government approved measures on Saturday which means self-employed workers infected with coronavirus, or in forced quarantine will be eligible for financial aid.

The pledge of support is reportedly ‘unlimited’ and will mean that self-employed workers who are forced to stay at home will be considered in the same way as employees on official sick leave by the Department of Social Security.

Employers and people who work on a freelance basis will be able to postpone their Social Security payments for three consecutive months in areas and sectors which will be outlined by the health authorities. The contributions will be deferred for 12 months.

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WE are very sad to report the death of Gina Foster in the UK last week.

Over the years many would have known Gina, or come in to contact with her, as she had lived in Benalmadena for many years.

In 1985 she was a key member of the expat group that founded the Salon Varietes Theatre in Fuengirola.

Gina played an active part in the community in many ways, always there offering to help anyone who needed it. She was known locally as Lady Gina.

She was President of the Salon Varietes Theatre, al-

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GINA FOSTER: Played an active part in the community.

so president of FOTA which is the fundraising arm of the theatre, she held garden parties to

raise theatre funds at her amazing home on Rancho Domingo, often with the likes of Barbara Wind-

sor, Mike Read and her very close friend Danny la Rue in attendance.

In later years she was the coordinator for Age Care Association, holding coffee morning gatherings in Benalmadena village each week, helping those in need.

Two years ago she become unwell and living alone here she needed help herself, so Gina returned to the UK. She had cancer, but she was a fighter and returned to support the Friends of the Theatre’s

summer and winter balls, even though she was extremely unwell.

Gina will be cremated in the UK, with her ashes returned to her beloved Spain.

The Salon Varietes Theatre will hold a memorial gathering at the Theatre (date to be agreed).

The Friends of the Theatre summer ball at the Valparaiso restaurant on June 12 will be a tribute to her dedication to the Theatre, with many of her friends and colleagues.

Raise the roof ON April 17, a lyrical concert consisting of opera and zarzuela ‘Lyrical recital for CUDECA’ will take place at the Ciudad de Marbella Theatre at 9pm with the aim of raising funds to help the Cudeca Hospice continue caring for patients at the end of life completely free of charge.

The artistic cast is made up of soprano Sonia García, mezzosoprano Ruth García, tenor Diego Morales and pianist Cecilia Martín. A repertoire of Spanish zarzuela and opera will be developed and the artists will perform individually and as duos.

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The Marbella Town Hall is collaborating with the theatre and the event is also sponsored by Malaga company Grupo Safamotor and Royal Pianos.

The ticket sale online platform Entradium will cover 100 per cent of the management costs.

Tickets are priced at €10 for anybody over the age of three years and are already available at https://www.mientrada.n et/evento/lirica-porcudeca-entradas/

CUDECA CARE: Opera and zarzuela concert planned for April.

Lights out Still concerned MARBELLA Town Hall, through the Environmental Department, will once again join the WWF campaign ‘La Hora del Planeta’ by turning off the lights of the Pirulí roundabout, between 8.30pm and 9.30pm, as well as those of the Barcos and the Arco de Marbella. This initiative "will serve to demonstrate that nature matters and together we are part of the solution to climate change and the loss of nature,” according to the organisation.

The WWF pointed out that “We are in a key year to ensure a sustainable future and the campaign aims to remobilise thousands of cities and entities around the world to demonstrate that nature is important and it is fighting for it by turning off the lights of its main buildings and monuments.”

FOLLOWING the ruling made by the Junta de Andalucia, Age Concern Fuengirola, Mijas and Benalmadena have taken the decision to temporarily close their dropin social clubs with immediate effect.

All other aspects of the Charity’s work will continue as normal. With the exception of clubs in Los Boliches, La Cala, Mijas Pueblo and Arroyo, Benalmadena it is business as ssual. The helpline will remain open every weekday without siesta from 10.00 - 5.00pm on 652 537 615.

Steve Marshall, Secretary said “The health and well-being of our clients and visitors is always our prime concern. We anticipate the number of calls to our Helpline will increase so we ask callers to bear with us if they can’t get through straight away. We also operate an after-hours message service and will do our utmost to call people back the next working day."

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Wave of support FOLLOWING the national Government declaration of a ‘state of alarm’ for at least 15 days to combat the spread of coronavirus, residents and holidaymakers in Benidorm have pledged their support to local businesses, health care professionals and all those affected.

Ed Cullen said: “Our thoughts are with the people who live and work in Benidorm at this time. Yes, we have been inconvenienced by losing our holidays, yes, we have lost money... but this is a short term issue for us.

“For the businesses in Benidorm, this could have long term repercussions.

Think about others at this time. Good luck to all the ‘locals’ in Benidorm."

Cat Sanders added: “Here’s hoping that when all this confusion is over and the virus is contained, that we can all go back to Benidorm. We will be celebrating by going to pubs, restaurants and the beach. Spending money, being kind and tipping the waiters and cleaning staff who will be really struggling the next few weeks. Benidorm is our second home, a place we all love. Will rise again.”

Adele Saunders has lived in Benidorm for four years, and said it isn’t really important whether or not the public is happy with the government restrictions or not. “It’s a reality, and we have to do everything we are asked to do to protect ourselves and others. I’ve never seen the streets the way they are today, completely empty barring a few people, but we must follow the guidelines to get through this.”

Yolanda Freeman said: “I’m here with friends and we have an apartment until

DESERTED: Benidorm on Sunday. the end of next week. We just have to do what we have to do. There are still people out on the streets, but I think that will soon change. I think people are realising now that this is serious.”

James Pearson paid tribute to the emergency services during these extremely testing times.

“Can we take this time to pay tribute to all the amazing Health Care professionals and emergency services that will carry on their duties throughout this pandemic.”

Alex Ivanov of Sinatras in Benidorm said on behalf of his team: “We are very sorry for any of our customers who are here already or are due a visit, but unfortunately for the next two weeks our doors must remain locked. We pray for a cure for this terrible virus and hope that you and yours stay safe from it.”

While The Corner Bar in the resort added: “We have worked our hearts out over the last 18 months to build this business to what it has become. We are hoping that the government are quick to announce how they plan to help us as a small business and our team of staff.”

STAY PO WHEN the news is all doom and gloom. as it has been since the outb re a k o f t h e c o ro n a v i r u s , i t ’s h a rd f o r even the most optimistic among us to stay positive. It’s true that we need to take this virus seriously.

It’s capable of causing severe illness, death, and drastic long-term changes to how we live and work. It could even cripple the economy. It’s easy to stay focused on those calamities as they seem to be the only topics covered on the news.

But those thoughts would be counterproductive. Obviously, there are things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak to protect yourself and those around you, but you do not need to become a COVID19 expert, nor do you need to hear about every unpleasant detail from dawn until bedtime.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF FREE TIME: Negative thoughts are counter productive.

Life changing WITH shops, beaches and bars closing down as Spain’s Costa del Sol begins to get ready for an emergency lockdown will the residents of the region struggle to cope during a period of isolation? As we have reported there have been long supermarket queues and bare shelves. Can the expat community rally together and push through such a confusing time and go back to normal at the other side?

Walking through the streets of Fuengirola it seems that some residents are blatantly ignoring the suggestion to stay indoors and bars like La Sureña next to the train station were quite busy, patrons had even brought their toilet rolls supplies.

However, some were very conscious of the risks, such as

Kate Butterfield, a resident of Fuengirola but formerly of Hartlepool, who had managed to pop out to the supermarket for food for her young son Teddy.

“Teddy’s daycare has understandably closed just now and our childminder is already selfisolating. I have just had the goahead from work that I will now be working from home. I know it will be hard keeping Teddy amused whilst trying to do my work, but am glad we will be safe and together.”

She also went on to point out that “We had been looking forward to seeing my parents as they were due to come here in a couple of weeks but they have cancelled their flights now. I would have been worried about them travelling anyway and

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Instead, focus on the positive so that you have the energy and resolve needed to weather this storm.

Here are some things you can do: Limit your intake. You could watch 24-hour news channels, listen to dire warnings on the radio, or visit countless websites and be bombarded with the angst of the moment. Instead, choose a single news source and decide how much limited time you’ll spend with it each day.

Then stick to your plan.

Watch a funny video.

Thanks to the huge popularity of YouTube, there are thousands of videos that can help you take your mind off c u r r e n t events, if only for three minutes at a time. Start to bookmark the funniest

among them so you can return for a repeat viewing whenever things feel gloomy.

Look after your neighbours. You may be at low risk of severe consequences from the virus, but it may not be the same for your neighbours whose immune systems are compromised. The act of checking in on them will not only make them feel good, but it will also make you f e e l

More Movies Kate Butterfield with Teddy. now that all the restaurants and bars are closed they would have probably been bored.”

Teacher, Jordan Kelly said “I had to get out of the house and go for a run this morning before a lockdown kicks in. The gym I normally go to is shut and if I don’t keep active I will be climbing the walls. Definitely a lot less people on the promenade this morning out for a jog. Will have to find a good boxset to watch if I’m stuck in the house.2

THE Spanish streaming platform, Movistar +, has announced that it will offer its streaming services free of charge for a month to help entertain children and adults during the quarantine. With all this free time at home, many will be catching up or discovering new shows and movies. Movistar has publicised that any individuals who sign up and download the app will receive free streaming services until April 30.

Movistar + offers a variety of Spanish and English content, with critically acclaimed shows such as Better Call Saul, Mr Robot, The Affair, and Fargo. It has also reinforced its entertainment section to cater for the youngest members of the family, including Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon and Disney channels. You can stream this

MOVISTAR: Offering free services. content on two devices simultaneously and on a variety of platforms. The Movistar Plus app is available on mobile, tablet, web, smart TV, and HDMI streaming devices like Amazon’s firestick.

To sign up follow three easy steps, first you must register with Movistar + Lite, then you simply download the Movistar app or go to their website and lastly you have to sign in to enjoy your free trial month. Remember to cancel any payments before the end of your free subscription.

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OSITIVE good and remind you that there are others for whom this predicament is even more stressful.

Take advantage of found time. Read a book, listen to music, make an isolation playlist or use the time to clear out your wardrobe.

Now may be the perfect chance to finally practise yoga or meditation, ease your mind and relax. As we are limited to shopping trips, why not try and use everything in your cupboards before you go. Don’t let the half portion of rice, pasta or ingredients left over from the cookies you baked at Halloween go to waste.

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Try to be positive.

Take a daily inventory.

Close your day, every day, with a positive acknowledgement of something you accomplished, learned or are grateful for. It will help dilute some of the negativity you’ve absorbed and remind you that not everything that’s happening right now is bad or depressing.

In times of constant negative messaging, you need an antidote so that you can keep your positive attitude and march forward with determination and hope. Be deliberate in activities that are positive, heartwarming, stress-reducing and laughter-inducing.

Together, we can get through this.

One lockdown for all

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COVID19 self test SPAIN’S Ministry of Health has created a coronavirus ‘self test’ online.

Concerned members of the public can check symptoms and there is a questions and answers section related to COVID19.

The interactive test has been developed by health personnel, and ‘provides the population with an agile and immediate system in which to find updated information on issues related to the coronavirus.’

A Conselleria Sanidade health spokesperson said: “The fact that the test customises answers through specific questions, makes it possible to offer recommendations adapted to the particular situation of each person.”

There are four options, depending on the scenario - the option for people with possible symptoms, another for those in isolation offering advice, a third with recommendations for people who have tested positive and a fourth offers general information.

It will run alongside other Ministry of Health initiatives, such as the freephone 900 400 166.

The test, currently offered in Spanish, can be found at: https://coronavirus.sergas.gal/autotest/index.html?lang=gl-ES

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Coronavirus crisis impact THE Euro Weekly News spoke to Costa Almeria residents, visitors and business owners in Mojacar to get their views on the coronavirus crisis.

“I think the whole world has gone completely mad and it’s all just media hype. The beach ban just seems completely ridiculous,” visitor Tammy Sebire told EWN. Her friend Paula Jeeps agrees. Paula and her husband, who are renting in Mojacar while house hunting, are staying upbeat though. She said they plan to enjoy themselves and “just carry on with the G&Ts! “Knowing what’s happened in Italy they should have done it sooner. I think it’s the only way to stop it,” commented ‘swallow’ Carol Fisher on the drastic restrictions under the state of alarm, despite question marks about whether she and husband Allan can get back to the UK from Santander next month.

Carol is not daunted by the “enforced staying in” as long as she has access to basic necessities as she has plenty of hobbies, although bird watching enthusiast Allan is less happy.

One issue Carol and Allan did raise was dog walking, and whether that was going to be difficult.

Geraldine and Brian Jones are in their 80’s and like the Fishers spend winter in Costa Almeria and summer in the UK. Geraldine’s main concern is not knowing how long the coronavirus crisis is going to last and whether they’ll be “trapped” in Spain

RESIGNED: Mojacar Playa restaurant owner Jenna Mincheva believes the lockdown is the only option.

Louise Pallett, who has lived in Mojacar for 18 years, is another who believes the restrictions are necessary, especially for the elderly.

“I’m in my 60’s, so I don’t feel I’m at risk, but obviously we’ve got to obey the rules.”

One of Louise’s main worries is the PAWS-PATAS animal charity shop which she runs in Las Buganvillas in Vera, telling EWN, “We don’t know whether we’re going to be allowed to stay open, because our money keeps the animal shelter going.”

The owner of Mojacar Playa eatery Badger’s Jenna Mincheva is resigned to having to close the doors to her business, even though some of the produce she had bought will inevitably have to be thrown away. “There’s no other option: I totally agree with what is being done,” she said.

BRIGHT IDEA ELECTRICITY supplier Endesa has decided not to enforce any power outage due to non-payment of electricity bills due to the exceptional situation caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

With this measure, the company reassures its customers of the difficulties that may be caused by this crisis when processing the receipt payment on a daily basis. The energy company has implemented mea-

sures to minimise the risk of contagion from ‘Covid-19’ in order to guarantee the continuity and quality of its services and protect the health of its employees. These include the implementation of additional measures to guarantee supply, the establishment of telework or the restriction of travel and the promotion of digital communication, among others.

A LITTLE UNDERSTANDING: The company reassures its customers.

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A very kind gift LUIS, a young Chinese businessman f ro m M a l a g a , g i f t e d the police force disinfectant gel and face masks.

When he heard these products were lacking amongst police officers, Luis took a box to the Provincial Police Station.

His friends delivered face masks to the Local Police and others made a similar gesture with police forces in Marbella.

The 25-year-old said, “Spain is my second country, I have lived here since I was five, they have taken me in like another Malagueñan and I had to lend a helping

DONATION: Police force received face masks and gel. hand.”

He explained that friends of his with businesses in Guadalhorce have also donated vast amounts of supplies to

the Local Police.

They first offered them to hospitals, but they couldn’t be accepted because of security protocols,” Luis explained.

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COUNCILLOR for Culture of Fuengirola, Rodrigo Romero, has announced that the municipal libraries have an electronic book loan service. It is a service that they have been performing for years, but which may be of interest to a larger audience during this period of isolation imposed by the health alert situation in the country. “Given the situation we are experiencing, we decided

last week to close the libraries. Logically, face-toface loans were suspended, but not online. Possibly, there are many people who did not know it, but, given the need to stay home we want to promote this alternative in order to offer the population this means of distracting themselves during these days of isolation,� explained Romero.

To do this, you must be registered as a user of the municipal library network. If not, it can be requested by

phone on 952 474 800, where the service managers will offer all the necessary information to access the e-book loan, which logically does not require physical presence, just have an Internet connection.

Likewise, Romero has indicated that the face-to-face loans that were made prior to the closing of the libraries will be retur ned after the reopening of the facilities, as soon as the State of Alarm ends.

Alcoholics Anonymous OUR meetings along the Costa del Sol are currently suspended because of the government lockdown Whether you are new to us or have been to a meeting before, if you are struggling there is advice and support at the end of the phone.

For details regarding online meetings or to hear a friendly voice visit www.aacostadelsol.com.

Or call our helpline 600 379 110.

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UNSEEN: Two of the murals exist side by side.

Street murals isolated WHO would have thought that when the Estepona Council organised its second street artist competition that it would be impossible for members of the public to view the 10 finished pieces unless they happened to live across the road from any of them?

Artists from all over Spain and the rest of the world applied to take part and 10 were invited to the town to start work on March 1 with a finish date of March 10 before the jury was due to meet to decide who would win the â‚Ź10,000 first prize.

Events overtook the situation and now although there are 10 new murals on the walls of different buildings in the town, no winner has been announced and those who came from abroad will no doubt have made their way home by now.

Visit the Estepona Council Facebook page to see a video uploaded on March 9 showing the various images being produced at the time.

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A STATEMENT from Marbella mayor Ángeles Muñoz has confirmed that the city council has approved a number of measures intended to strengthen municipal social services and care for the most vulnerable people during the period of the State of Alarm.

She underlined that the objective is “to protect these groups and prevent their situation from worsening” and confirmed that up to €500,000 in additional funds have now been budgeted for economic, social and emergency aid.

Whilst schools were open, a number of children received free lunches but with the closure, the council is arranging through the Syga Plan (Food

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Ensuring those in need are cared for

Formulating the special measures.

Solidarity and Guarantees) in Marbella and San Pedro Alcantara for those children to be fed.

Nasty accident AFTER a report was received that a motocross rider had been injured in an accident in the area of the Camino de los Madereros, Local Police and firefighters from Marbella attended. Eventually a helicopter was called to transfer him to hospital.

Cooking of lunches will be centralised at the Vicente Aleixandre School and cooks who normally worked in the schools will with the help of volunteers produce all that is needed and then the food will be delivered to those on the lists.

The elderly, especially those who live alone, will be contacted by the Red Cross and DYA volunteers association regularly to ensure that they are well,

know that they are not alone in this difficult time and to find out whether they need food or other shopping.

In addition, the Red Cross will continue its support for the homeless and the council is trying to arrange hostel accommodation on a temporary basis as it is important that those without accommodation are isolated comfortably in accordance with the requirements of the State of Alarm.

With enforced close proximity in the home, it is possible that outbreaks of domestic violence could occur and the council has asked both the National and Local Police to deal with such quickly and efficiently.

It was confirmed that certain services would continue as normal including Fire Brigade, Local Police and Civil Protection as would collection of rubbish, cleaning services and there would be a limited public service operating from 9am to noon in offices in Marbella, San Pedro, Nueva Andalucia and Las Chapas.

Telephone lines for the Delegation of Social Rights are; Marbella and Las Chapas: 952 768 700 San Pedro and Nueva Andalucia: 952 768 735 Email: derechosociales@marbella.es Telephone lines for the Delegation of Equality are; Marbella: 952 768 769 San Pedro: 952 768 735 The Andalucian Institute for Women (IAM) 24-hour service is 900 200 999.

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PROVIDING FOR THE PEOPLE: Fishing fleet assumes its responsibility.

Seafood supplies THE Fishermen’s Association of Marbella has agreed, appealing to their responsibility as a supplier of a staple food such as fish, to continue its regular operation with the opening of the market at the usual hours to continue the supply to those facing the coronavirus crisis, as reported by the president of the group on Saturday, Manuel Haro.

The leader of the association has stressed that “sanitation and safe-

ty measures will be extreme” and has requested that “only authorised and indispensable personnel be allowed in the market and the pier.

“The Marbella fishing fleet understands and assumes its responsibility in this international crisis and what we intend with this measure, agreed with the administration and other associations, is to prevent citizens from being depleted at this crucial moment,” Haro said.

“Fish is a basic food and we must ensure its cap-

ture and optimal marketing to stores and supermarkets, it is a responsibility of a whole chain and we are the first link,” said the Master Skipper.

“We will continuously maintain our activity until we receive an administrative order to the contrary,” said Haro, who stressed that from the Fishermen’s Association of Marbella “we also want to send a message of encouragement to all the residents of our town who are suffering from this totally unique situation.”

A PLOT of land has been gifted by the Marbella Council to the Andalucian Department of Education to build a new Secondary School at a cost of €2.9 million.

The land is in El Ingenio, part of San Pedro Alcantara and covers more

New School than 5,700 square metres.

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oratory and audio visual unit and will house up to 360 scholars once built.

Although initial plans were for it to be completed for the 2021/2022 academic year, this is in doubt depending upon the length of the State of Alarm.

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Urgent surgery only THE uncertainty regarding the coronavirus in the Hospital Regional, in Malaga, has given way, after the protests of the employees, forcing the management of the

health centre to postpone surgeries that are not oncological or urgent.

The complex has reorganised the surgical agendas of the non-urgent scheduled interventions in

order to have enough space to face the increase in income due to the coronavirus crisis, both in the different hospitalisation units and in the ICU. The measure responds to

a ‘hypothetical increase in patients’ requiring admission for this condition.

The Regional is made up of four different centres: Hospital General, known as Carlos Haya; the Civil, the Materno Intantil and the CARE José Estrada. For the time being, the activity will continue in the Hospital Civil,

where most of the major surgeries are held, and in the Maternal and Child Hospital, where paediatric surgeries will continue as well as gynaecological activity. The management has specified that the rescheduling of the postponed surgeries will be done ‘as soon as possible.’

PAEDIATRIC SURGERIES TO CONTINUE: Hospital Regional in Malaga.

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GUARDIA CIVIL, as part of operation ‘Cotorra,’ have arrested two people and are investigating a third who has been accused of the alleged crimes of fraud and falsification of documentation.

The action began after receiving several complaints from people who had bought exotic birds, parrots and macaws, and purebred dogs through an Internet sales portal.

However, once entering payment details the buyers did not receive the animals nor could they contact the seller.

In addition, they also deceived sellers of these type of animals by receiving animals but not fulfilling payment. To do this, they used false or stolen documentation from other people in order to guarantee that they would not be located.

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BOTH Fuengirola and Marbella town halls have made the decision to cancel the payment for parking areas with regulated hours during the State of Alarm that the government has decreed throughout the national territory.

In this way, the residents of whose roads have a blue zone, as well as the people who have to move in their vehicle to carry out work authorised by the aforementioned

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Free parking BLUE ZONE: Payment cancelled for parking areas.

Royal Decree on the State of Alarm will not

have to pay to park until the health alert ends.

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Good deeds CARTAMA Town Hall will offer help to make purchases for older people who have mobility problems or disabilities, who live alone at home and do not receive support for basic daily needs such as buying medicines, food or sanitary products.

“This group is one of the most vulnerable to the coronavirus and for which going to a supermarket is a great effort and also a risk, therefore, we want to offer help to these residents so that they can have the products they need,” explained the mayor of Cartama, Jorge Gallardo.

In this sense, residents should then be aware that if they know of a neighbour who is in this situation, they can call the Civil Protection telephone numbers (651 862 038) and the Social Welfare area (952 422 038) who can help with arranging shopping on their behalf.

Fuengirola Town Hall has also made arrangements to help the most vulnerable in the area. Mayor Ana Mula announced, “I instructed the Department of Social Welfare and Families to draw up a list of

people over 70 who live alone so that they can contact all of them in order to offer them help. We are asking them if they need food, medicine or to walk their pet, to offer them this help from municipal personnel.

“Some tasks that will be carried out by municipal staff, groups or volunteers willing to collaborate in this programme.”

Benalmadena Town Hall has established a social care line to ensure the supply of medicines and first need products to the elderly who are alone or in a situation of dependency.

Anybody who wishes to help in their endeavours can contact either of two direct telephone numbers from the Department of Social Services, 952 582 544 and 952 460 750; to which are added the three others for customer service during these days of health alert, 952 589 300, 952 589 301 and 952 589 302.

An email has also been arranged coordinatoruts@fuengirola.org for this purpose.

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AS many of you are aware, we were all geared up last Thursday, March 12, to join the amazing International Women’s Day ‘Make It Happen’ Conference! Sadly, due to current circumstances with the Coronavirus, the hosts were informed on the Wednesday, that it was not to be.

This inspired the quickto-think hosts, Costa Women’s founder Ali Meehan and 1230 TWC MD Jackie Groundsell, to push the boundaries!

Despite being deeply upset by this turn of events, they kept their chins up and decided to turn the conference into an online event.

Those booked for the conference were invited to join a private Facebook group, where the presentations were livestreamed by the speakers who had joined them in Spain. A further 10 workshops are planned for the following weeks.

Making Lem nade A good film crew was teamed up for the speaker’s interviews, and everybody really pulled together for the cause.

An online auction was set up for those on the private Facebook group, with money to be donated to ‘Knitted Knockers’ and ‘AMUSUVIG’- two VERY worthy charities.

All of the food provided by ‘The Food Room’ for Wednesday’s scheduled networking event was donated to local charity ‘Collective Calling’ as part of their #Healing4Spain initiative - to help bring dig-

WOMEN’S DAY: The quick-to-think hosts, pushed the boundaries!

nity back to the homeless community through the weekly delivery of

food. The food for the conference itself, created by Your Personal

Chef, was donated to charities in the Mijas area.

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When Euro Weekly News spoke personally to some of the ‘Make it Happen’ team on the Thursday afternoon, they were so inspiring. The way they really did ‘Make It Happen,’ showing perseverance and resilience!

We all agreed that they really had made lemonade when given lemons. We had a quote from one of the lovely ladies: “That really sums up an entrepreneur. It sucks at times! However, the problem is not the problem - the reaction is the problem. As the event has been cancelled, we are making LEMONADE by hosting virtual and online presentations. As #MakeItHappen has always been about connection and engagement - empowering you to create magic in every moment- good, bad or indifferent.”

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CLOSE CALL: Boy falls through rocks in Malaga’s Port.

Rescue at Dock POLICE, firefighters, and medical services were all called to the scene to tend to the young injured man, whose body was half submerged between the rocks after having fallen into the water.

National Police and the firefighters of Malaga worked together to rescue an individual who had fallen and gotten stuck on the port’s Eastern dock.

After being rescued, the young man was transported via ambulance to a medical centre as he was believed to have

fractured his foot in various places after falling between the rocks. The police were informed about the accident after receiving a call from the boy’s mother, who told them her son had fallen from approximately three metres into the water through some rocks and that she couldn’t find him.

Immediately, police forces began to search for the boy and found him injured with half of his body submerged and stuck between the rocks, firefighters were quickly called to help with the rescue.

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Coronavirus Crisis: Deadlines on Ongoing Legal and Administrative Procedures further to Spain’s State of Alarm (Royal Decree 463/2020): THE decree approved by the government on Saturday has immediately locked down the country, limiting the movement of citizens across the entire territory. Besides the mandatory measures implemented by the Government, the standstill the country has come to will impact contracts, Court deadlines, tax applications, administrative matters, residency applications etc. Let us see what the most important legal implications: • Courts: Court deadlines are delayed and specific terms provided for in the procedural laws for all jurisdictional orders are suspended and interrupted.

Time periods will resume as

and when the royal decree ceases to be in effect or, as the case may be, any extension thereto.

• Statute of Limitations: any time limitations to bring a case against within the criminal or civil courts will be stayed, as above.

• Government Taxes or any Administrative Matter of any nature: If you have a tax deadline or need to submit a writ or allegation in any administrative procedure, do not worry: all deadlines or terms are interrupted until this royal decree ceases to be in effect.

Notwithstanding the immediate suspension, it will be possible to submit applications on any aspect of administrative law provided

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the procedures can be done online even if all deadlines, by operation of law, are extended.

• Immigration matters: As above (C), all deadlines will be interrupted. This includes applying for residency renewals, finger print appointments, collection of residency cards, tourist visa deadlines (if someone is in Spain and needs to leave within a specific period, they will not be in violation of Spanish immigration laws) etc.

• Private contracts: Ongoing private contracts or agreements are not dealt with by the Royal Decree; however, the principle of ‘force majeure’ or superior force can and must be ap-

plied by parties to a private contract when, in the event of an extraordinary event or circumstance beyond the control of the parties (plague), it prevents one or both parties from fulfilling their obligations under the contract. In practice, most force majeure clauses do not excuse a party’s nonperformance entirely, but only suspend it for the duration of the force majeure.

Our advice is for parties to renegotiate terms and conditions of the agreement, adapting to the exceptional Coronavirus situation where they are working together and not against each other, with a view to finding constructive solutions that suit both parties.

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Perfectly able - By Julie Frank I H AV E a c o n d i t i o n called Asperger’s. As most people know, it’s on the Autistic spectrum. But high functioning. I refuse to use the word ‘suffer’ bec a u s e I d o n ’t . I j u s t h a v e i t . T h e re a re a few things I struggle with. But I’m generally happy and perfectly able. Apart from my odd sense of humour and becoming en-

g ro s s e d i n c e r t a i n subjects, you wouldn’t know there’s anything ‘wrong’ with me.

Greta Thunberg famously also has Asperger’s. I do get annoyed when people call her disabled. Or say her parents are exploiting a mentally ill child. I really don’t consider it a mental illness. Yes, a few things are challenging.

But we can excel in our chosen specialised subjects/obsessions.

Her’s is the planet.

Whether you agree or not with her views. We should all agree that it is great she has found her purpose and confidence, so young. Because for many of us girls, teenage years can be the most difficult and confusing. The social norms that are expected of us don’t come easy. So, we tend to ‘fake it.’ Which is exhausting to keep up.

That causes a lot of anx-

Mijas support WITH closure of local offices to the public Mijas Town Hall have issued emergency numbers should residents need to get in touch.

Mijas Pueblo 952 062 002, Mon to Fri 9am to 2pm.

Las Lagunas 952 062 003, Mon to Fri 9am to 2pm.

La Cala 952 062 004, Mon to Fri 9am to 2pm.

Local Police 952 460 808 or 952 460 909 - 24 hours (emergencies) Local Police 952 197 097, Mon to Fri from 8am to 2.30pm.

Fire Brigade 952 586 382 - 24 hours A service has been set up to attend to the needs of the elderly and people with special needs to help with the supply of items of primary need.

This can be organised by telephone on 952 062 005 from Monday to Friday from 9am to 2pm or on a 24-hour number via the Local Police 952 460 808 or 952 460 909.

Return struggle THERE is one very relieved young family in Marbella now after what could have been a nightmare has been resolved with a little bit of help from a Spanish speaker.

The husband and father of two had to travel to the UK before the border shut down in order to attend the funeral of a close family member, leaving his wife and their son and daughter behind at home.

He had booked a flight to Malaga, but it

was cancelled and the only flight that he could get, took him to Gibraltar instead.

Having arrived on Tuesday afternoon (March 17), he tried to cross back into Spain but because he couldn’t show that he was a cross border worker (ironically he does work regularly on the Rock), National Police officers were reluctant to allow him to enter Spain.

Obviously beside himself, he called his wife but all of the utility bills

are in her name so that didn’t help.

She in turn called a Spanish-speaking friend for advice. who said that if she could find the papers showing that their children were enrolled in school in Marbella and named both of them as parents that should do the trick.

Papers found, photographed and sent to him by WhatsApp and success, he was allowed to return to Spain and then make his way home to his family.

iety.

This got me thinking about other social nor ms I find odd because of my condition.

Small talk is one, it seems so pointless.

British etiquette too.

Why are their unwritten rules about how you should eat and talk at a dinner table? It doesn’t make the food taste any better! Also, people invading my personal space.

One of the things that the Coronavirus has forced us all to do is ‘social distancing.’ Standing apart from each other. I think it’s great!

I’ve never understood why random strangers feel the need to invade your personal space if they’re not forced to.

People who walk too close behind me really irritate me. It’s not that I think they will do something bad to me. I just don’t want them there!

It’s just a shame the virus isn’t forcing people not to tailgate on the roads here too! That’s another thing that winds me up. It’s so rude and dangerous, regardless of my Asperger’s!

Because of my condition, I also have a few sensory issues. Smells

and sounds can be heightened. Another silver lining of the virus is that people are wearing masks. Bad breath is one of the things I hate the most!

Anyway, Coronavirus, or not. We should respect each other’s boundaries and health.

Don’t cough and sneeze into the air, ever.

Wash your hands regularly too. Brush your teeth too! We shouldn’t have needed a pandemic to remind of these simple things!

Quite frankly, people seem to have lost their manners!

WhatsApp advice on Coronavirus THE San Roque Council which covers a large area including Sotogrande in the Campo de Gibraltar has for some time been working on a communication channel with the public through WhatsApp and this was launched on Monday March 16.

Faced however with the current crisis caused by the coronavirus and while the State of Alarm lasts, it will limit itself to providing information related to COVID-19 and disseminating alerts on this matter alone.

SAN ROQUE COUNCIL: Issuing advice for the public.

Once it is running fully, it should be relatively easy to coming events; 7) My preferences; use and to join this service, if you are a and 8) Finish. resident of San Roque, you only need At the moment however, only coroto add the phone number 34 644 658 navirus Infor mation is currently en538 to the WhatsApp contact list, abled. It offers information on Citizen which can also be done by clicking Services from the council; the Municithe link https://ayto.online/sanroque pal Service of Citizen Attention; the or scanning a QR code.

Assistance Service for the Elderly; the By typing the word Hola you can Local Laws covering the crisis; and access the main menu, which offers General infor mation about corondifferent options: 1) Municipal inforavirus. mation; 2) COVID-19 information; 3) Please note however that this serAsk your mayor; 4) Communication vice is in Spanish. of incidents; 5) Local Police; 6) Up-

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Donating blood in Spain 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.

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Anyone who has lived continuously in the UK between 1980 and 1996 (a minimum of one year) will not be able to donate blood in Spain due to the risk of transmitting mad cow disease. Similarly, there are restrictions if you have received a blood transfer in the UK. However, each region may have different rules about donation. Call the donation helpline on 935 573 500.

Alternatively, visit www.donorsang.gencat.cat to find out if you are eligible.

If you are eligible, you can give blood at your local hospital, or via the Spanish Red Cross (Cruz Roja) at one of their clinics, or in one of their mobile units. You can check dates and locations by visiting www.donarsangre.org.

A donor card is not necessary to give blood. On the first visit you will have to provide DNI, NIE, passport or a driving licence. If you are already registered in the Blood Bank, you only need a donor card or a document with your name and surname.

The process of blood donation takes just 10 minutes in which 450 ml are collected (equating to 10 per cent of the total blood circulation of an adult person).

Despite huge technological advances, the only way for hospitals to obtain blood is through the generosity of the public. The blood is carefully screened for disease to make sure it is safe.

After a tattoo, you must wait four months to be eligible to donate.

After surgery, the exclusion period will depend on the type of intervention.

After minor surgical procedures, you cannot donate blood for seven days or until you are fully recovered. After undergoing major surgery, you will not be able to donate blood for four months.

The rarest blood type is AB, present in 1 per cent of Caucasians, according to research by the America Red Cross.

Blood transfusions are carried out daily in Spanish hospitals with more than 6,200 patients being given them, of whom almost a quarter are fighting cancer and a similar figure receiving transfusions during or after surgery. is for guidance only, and should notneeds be taken as legal Spain This hasinformation around two million donors in total, but closer toadvice. four million.

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Benalmádena NEWS Flag of equality Clucking mad MAYOR of Benalmadena, Víctor Navas, last week took part in an event organised by the Benalmadena Town Hall at Castillo del Bil Bil as part of International Women’s Day, which was also attended by other representatives of different groups and associations of the area.

Navas began by pointing out that “It was in 1975 when the United Nations began to commemorate March 8 as International Women’s Day, and since then great strides have been made towards equality both nationally and internationally, with examples such as the Equality Law and the Organic Law of Comprehensive Protection against Gender Violence, but we cannot yet say that there is a single country that has achieved real equality between men and women.”

The Benalmadena Town Hall

FEMINIST STRUGGLE: Mayor of Benalmadena, Víctor Navas at Castillo del Bil Bil. joins the demands and the feminist struggle with the commitment to adopt agreements such as the demand for compliance with international, national, regional and local laws and treaties; supporting the international community with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development for the achievement of equality and the empowerment of women and girls, the rejection of

gender gaps or the implementation of a gender perspective in the preparation, execution and monitoring of regulatory provisions.

Navas has ended her speech by quoting former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan, who stated that “women’s equality must be a central component in any attempt to solve the social, economic and political problems of this world.”

A CONCERNED resident named only as Christina has reported some strange goings-on at the feria ground in the Costa del Sol town.

On Tuesday morning at around 10am she was taking her dog for a walk when a man pulled up in a car. He proceeded to spread bird feed around the bins in what seemed to be a move to attract animals that stray onto the feria ground from the nearby Parque De La Paloma.

Once the man had finished with the feed he then produced a large net and waited. Three chickens did appear and the man tried unsuccessfully to round them up with the net. Christina quickly phoned the police who said that they had already received calls regarding this man at another site. Whilst giving the police the description of the car Christina clocked that the man had seen her and was now hurriedly packing away his net, with no chickens.

He sped off before any police arrived but officers in Benalmadena have asked that if any other resident sees this man in a silver Ford Focus they should get in touch.

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REINFORCING HYGIENIC CONDITIONS: Operating 24 hours a day.

Clean streets FUENGIROLA Town Hall has launched a Washdown Plan with disinfectant products to reinforce the hygienic conditions of all its streets that will operate 24 hours a day in the different public spaces of the town.

The service will take place in the different neighbour hoods every day while the State of Alarm declaration persists due to the incidence of the COVID-19 virus.

“They are working from early today, in shifts, and progressively covering the different areas of the town. We will maintain this service with disinfecting products as long as the health alert sit-

uation continues. We are going to do everything possible to avoid new infections and this is an advisable way of doing it,” said the councillor for Cleaning, Javier Hidalgo.

In this sense, he has ensured that the operators who are providing the service have the appropriate security measures to carry out these tasks.

Specifically, with protective glasses, mask, gloves and wellies to guarantee your safety at work.

The washing is done not only on pavements and driveways, but also on different elements of public furniture, such as benches or litter bins.

Fuengirola’s New Marina THE Fuengirola Town Hall has awarded Berenguer Engineers with the construction of the town’s new port. Ana Mula, the mayor of Fuengirola, has announced that this project will transform the area into a great tourist attraction and function as a primary economic source of income for the town.

Berenguer Engineers are due to begin operating within the next four months, after both parties have signed the €189,920 contract. The contractor has considerable experience in the marina industry, both in Spain and South America. Their proposal showcases a sleek and modern port, completely open to the town via a main square, with wide pedestrian zones, and large commercial and restaurant plots.

The new marina anticipates to increase boat capacity from 471 to over 800. It also plans to make space for a large

NEW MARINA: Contractor approved to redevelop Fuengirola’s port. yachting dock, as well as a docking area for cruise ships of up to 160m in length.

Mula has great plans for the town, “We are talking about a very ambitious yet serious plan to be conducted by a prestigious company with relevant experience in the sector. We will make a great port in our town, modern, innovative and very attractive, a representation of a new Fuengirola, something which we are working towards on a daily basis, which is to make Fuengirola a European benchmark on all levels.”

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Beach Clean-Up Mijas Town Hall has committed itself to tackling the much-needed beach clean-up which encompasses 14 kilometres of coast.

MIJAS BEACHES: To be maintained in optimum conditions for people to enjoy.

COUNCILLOR, José Carlos Martín, has confirmed that the town hall has decided to hire a total of 60 operators to recondition the beach and clean 14 kilometres of coastline in time for Semana Santa.

He has highlighted that they will use four machines to shift the sand, as this will “prepare the space and ensure that

the sand is uniform and continuous throughout.”

The department is only transferring the sand that has been building up on the riverbeds, they will not be adding any new sand to the beaches.

“This last patch of rough weather has damaged our coast, and therefore it’s of utmost importance to get started on this beach cleanup so that it is finalised

by the start of April.

“The beach is one of our main points of tourist attraction and we must maintain them in optimum conditions for people to enjoy,” Martín has added. The department will pay special attention to the areas in Riviera, El Bombo, and Royal Beach, as these have been the worst affected by recent meteorological conditions.

Chef@Home STEVEN SAUNDERS who writes a popular weekly page of chat alongside a superb recipe for readers of Euro Weekly News in Costa del Sol just can’t be kept down!

As he and his wife Michele, have had to close The Little Geranium in La Cala de Mijas during the State of Alarm, they don’t intend to just sit at home but have come up with their new concept Chef@Home.

Naturally, Steven can’t travel to cook at your home, but if you are al-

ready missing the taste of some of his famous cuisine, then he will cook you a great meal and arrange to deliver it.

This is not a ‘takeaway’ service, rather an individual meal created from fresh food by Steven and his team of professionals.

They will supply two courses at €29 per person with a chance to enjoy his famous crispy duck salad, hand dived scallops, risotto, Galician beef fillet, fresh salmon and much more including dishes suitable for ve-

gans and vegetarians.

There are also plans to offer a range of desserts and cheese as well as some wines specially chosen by Steven to complement the food.

It will take a few days to get everything into place and orders will need to be emailed through 24 hours in advance but if you really want to enjoy some good food even if you can’t get out, check out www.the littlegeranium.com to see the whole menu and how to order.

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NOW IN MARBELLA: The couple in Madrid (stock photo).

Former PM and wife Lockdown Marbella BOTH former Spanish Prime Minister José María Aznar and wife, ex-mayor of Madrid, Ana Botella are residents of the capital city, but they have decided to spend the lockdown in the comfort of their luxurious villa in the upmarket Guadalmina Baja suburb of Marbella.

According to reports, in the same way that the Royal Standard flies over Buckingham Palace when the Queen is present, the fact that the Spanish flag now

flies in his garden and there is a police presence outside of the house, alert to the fact that Aznar has survived one bomb attack whilst in power confirms his presence.

With Madrid suffering the worst outbreaks of coronavirus and with the Aznars having their own secure property in Marbella, it makes absolute sense for them to decide to travel to the city which they know so well.

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Marbella NEWS

ONCE the National State of Alarm was confirmed in Spain, the mayor of Marbella Ă ngeles MuĂąoz held a meeting with all councillors to discuss the situation and then held a second meeting with emergency bodies.

Those present at the second meeting included representatives of the National Police, Guardia Civil, Local Police, Fire and Civil Protection and covered emergency services as well as the need to ensure that streets were kept clean and that refuse collection continued as normal.

Whilst there are a number of restrictions on public movement, the Marbella Council also wishes to ensure that social rights and health services are protected and there will be limited access to council offices in Marbella, San Pedro, Nueva Andalucia and Las Chapas from 8am to noon by telephone for urgent matters.

There will clearly be some significant problems for those who need financial and social assistance and the council will over the next few days be putting together plans to consider the assistance that it will be able to give and this information will be released as soon as it has been finalised.

THE National Police have advised that they recently arrested a 29year-old Algerian in Fuengirola who is suspected of committing five burglaries in Marbella.

Each break in followed the same patter n with break ins at the rear of the buildings and occurring in the same area of the city, so officers decided to try identify and arrest the person believed to be responsible.

Eventually they be-

Alleged burglar arrested lieved that they had spotted the pattern and discovered that the individual responsible for the burglaries used a rented vehicle to arrive at the target properties into which he loaded the stolen goods.

Having arrested the individual, who was already out on bail for previous alleged crimes, officers discovered and seized selection of items believed to have been

National Police

Mayor establishes priorities

STOLEN: A selection of the recovered items.

stolen including 11 bags, six mobile phones, four pairs of sunglasses, three

good quality watches, two rings and â‚Ź680 in cash.

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Gibraltar NEWS All catering premises to close completely

THE Gibraltar Cabinet has decided, on the advice of the Director of Public Health and the acting Medical Director of the Gibraltar Health Authority (GHA) that all catering establishments (other than in hotels) should shut completely to the public as from Monday March 16 for an initial 21 days.

Hotel catering establishments will be available only to hotel guests and the facilities at Gibraltar Airport will also remain open.

All catering establishments will be free to provide meals for takeaway delivery or collection which means restaurant kitchens only may remain open.

The purpose of this measure is to ensure that elderly members of the community do not congregate in these establishments and presumably as this is not mentioned in any press releases, lunch clubs which are provided for the elderly will also be cancelled.

In taking this measure, the Chief Minister consulted also with the Leader of the Opposition, Keith Azopardi and the independent

Member of Parliament, Marlene Hassan Nahon whilst the Minister for Public Health, John Cortes spoke to the President of the Chamber of Commerce and the Chairman of the Gibraltar Federation of Small Business.

The Chief Minister said: “We need everyone to cooperate with us to try to slow the inevitable spread of the virus so that we can best maximise the resources of the GHA to give the most vulnerable in our community the best possible care.”

In a later statement issued by the government, it encouraged those who live in Spain and work in Gibraltar to be alert to their legal obligations and in the case of those working in the catering industry to check with their employers to see whether there was any point in crossing the border to report for work.

It has also encouraged Gibraltar residents not to cross over to Spain unless absolutely necessary and to ensure they fully understand their obligations under the latest Spanish laws.

Arrival at No 10.

Gibraltar delegation THE Chief Minister Fabian Picardo travelled to London for a meeting with Prime Minister Boris Johnson in Downing Street.

He was accompanied by the Deputy Chief Minister Dr Joseph Garcia, the Attorney General Michael Llamas, Financial Secretary Albert Mena and UK Representative Dominique Searle.

The Gibraltar delegation was in London for a meeting of the Joint Ministerial Council between the UK and Gibraltar governments and took the opportunity to discuss a number of different matters with Britain’s Prime Minister.

The Chief Minister presented the Prime Minister with a Gibraltar Rugby branded baby grow with the number 10 on its back as a gift for Mr

Johnson’s yet to be born new child.

According to reports, the Prime Minister was once again very forthright in his support for Gibraltar and its people.

There were also detailed discussions with officials at the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and Task Force Europe about Gibraltar’s future relationship with the European Union.

Junta hasn’t called for frontier closure DESPITE erroneous statements in other newspapers saying that the President of the Junta de Andalucia, Juan Manuel Moreno Bonilla had called for the closure of the frontier between Gibraltar and Spain, it can be confirmed that this is incorrect.

The Chief Minister of Gibraltar, Fabian Picardo spoke to the President when this fake news started to circulate and according to Mr Picardo, Snr Moreno Bonilla has confirmed that those reports are UNTRUE and that he does not believe there is any reason for the border between Spain and Gibraltar to close now.

The President of the Junta told Mr Picardo that he spoke highly of the measures being taken by Gibraltar as a result of Covid-19 and in the con-

Juan Manuel Moreno Bonilla. text of the Spanish government's own declared State of Alarm.

He said that in a conversation with Prime Minister Sanchez, he had called for a plan to address issues with other

borders, but it was a misinterpretation of his words to suggest that this was a reference in any way to the border with Gibraltar.

Snr Moreno Bonilla insisted that the Chief Minis-

ter should make this clarification clear and that he would also seek to ensure, himself, that the misinterpretation of his words should be corrected.

The Chief Minister said: “I am very grateful for the very kind words from the President of the Junta during the course of his press conference and for his express clarification when I asked to speak to him.

“The suggestion that Snr Moreno Bonilla had called for the closure of the frontier was contrary to his express statements of support for the attitude Gibraltar is taking in relation to dealing with slowing the inevitable spread of Covid-19.

“The relationship we have established in these past days is a positive one that enables us to address problems of this sort when they arise.”

FINANCE

Short selling restricted

REGULATORS around the world are banning the short selling of shares in vulnerable companies due to the coronavirus.

In Spain a list of 69 companies listed on the Ibex Stock Exchange have been given this protection in order to ensure that the compa­ nies don’t suffer such a huge crisis in confidence that they go under.

The decision is also to ensure that if share prices drop dramati­ cally that the companies cannot be bought up by foreign interests which could be to the disadvan­ tage of the Spanish economy.

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€120 billion

is the amount to be spent by the European Central Bank on additional purchase of government stocks to try to ease financial difficulties caused by Coronavirus.

It’s an ill wind

AS huge amounts of money are wiped off the value of companies on stock exchanges worldwide, there are some that are benefiting from the demands caused by the coron­ avirus.

According to psychiatrists, the ob­ session to purchase toilet paper in huge quantities is purely caused by panic that someone else is stocking up and the large packaging of toilet paper gives a feeling of self­control ­ in other words its fear of contagion.

It’s good for the manufacturers and supermarkets but actually won’t keep people safer, but one

By John Smith

product in particular that will is hand sanitising gel which is flying off the shelves.

One manufacturer, SPB makes the gel for a supermarket chain and has now increased its production from 3,000 units a day for their small bot­ tle to around 20,000 and has just in­ troduced a larger size producing up to 50,000 per day.

To achieve this, the company has taken on more staff and increased the number of daily shifts so is hap­ py that it will be able to keep up

these levels of production provided that it can obtain the necessary raw material.

Already, one of the constituent parts of the gel isopropyl alcohol is costing them more than four times more than prior to the outbreak of the virus despite the huge increase in volume purchased.

Also causing problems are the sourcing of both caps and bottles in which the gel is placed.

The company learnt a great deal from the flu epidemic more than 10 years ago, but that did not compare with what is happening today.

Spanish banks care THE Spanish Banking Association (AEB) believes that the government should not impose a moratorium on the payment of interest by busi­ ness affected by the coronavirus, as Italy has done. There is a code of good conduct which Spanish banks follow and many are restructuring debts with mortgage guarantees on housing and they are looking at other sectors that are suffering.

It says that the financial institu­ tions are demonstrating their sup­ port for the self­employed and small businesses by introducing new credit lines worth hundreds of millions of euros.

LEGALLY SPEAKING How long is her contract?

Since June 1, 2015 I have had a rental contract of five years with a Spanish family company. I have been looking for another long­term rental but the prices in this area where I have lived for 49 years are now extremely high. I am a pensioner. My owner has been insisting on the termination of the con­ tract since last June and he is going to bring a letter for me to sign. Having heard that rentals from companies are now for seven years I wonder if this applies to my contract also, or only new contracts?

C H (Costa del Sol)

BUSINESS EXTRA

Super results MERCADONA has established itself as the supermarket with the largest turnover in Spain which is almost equivalent to its three largest competitors, Carrefour, LIDL and Dia and its profit per store are almost double those of Carrefour.

Barbers cut The in­ crease from five to seven YOU AND THE years duration for LAW IN SPAIN rental contracts made with compa­ nies applies to contracts made from March 6, 2019, when the modifications to the LAU, the Spanish land law, went into effect. So it does not apply to your con­ tract. It appears that your landlord is doing things right when he makes sure that you are informed well in ad­ vance of the date and by a letter that you acknowledge.

Of course he wants to find a new tenant who can pay to­ day’s higher rents.

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.

ALTHOUGH it first appeared that hairdressing premises could remain open during the State of Alarm, the Spanish government has now modified the decision, saying that hairdressers and barbers could make home visits but premises must be shut.

Closed shop THE owner of Zara and many other fashion chains, Inditex, has announced that it will close stores in areas most affected by the Coronavirus as indicated by the Spanish government and will also reduce opening hours to 10am to 6pm in other areas.

Helping small business BRITISH supermarket chain Morrisons has announced that it will pay its small suppliers immediately to help them during the cur­ rent coronavirus uncertain­ ty.

The supermarket relies

on a backbone of small suppliers and currently for those with an annual turnover of £100,000 (€112,000) or less payment is 14 days and for firms with a turnover between £100,000 and £1 (€1.12)

million, payment is from 30 to 60 days.

All suppliers with a turnover of up to £1 mil­ lion will be paid immedi­ ately, but those with larger turnovers will have to wait 60 days.

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Mango is back THIS is the phrase often repeated by founder Isak Andic about the Spanish fashion chain which returned to prof­ it after three years of being in the red.

By the end of 2019, turnover had grown by just over 6 per cent and profits were declared at €21 million (compared to 2018 loss of €36 mil­ lion).

Clearly the effects of the State of Alarm will restrict the company re­ sults for 2020 but as so much has been done to restructure, it should be possible to quickly get back on track once the Mango stores in Spain

FORMER panellist on the Dragons’ Den and gym chain owner Duncan Bannatyne has issued a series of tweets criticising calls for the taxpayer to help bail out airlines affected by the coronavirus. In a series of tweets whose targets certainly included Vir-

Credit: Mango

By John Smith

MAJOR RESTRUCTURING: The new digital innovation centre.

Help those in need

gin founder Sir Richard Branson, Mr Bannatyne said: “Why should UK taxpayer bail out billionaires?

“They can do that themselves. Tax payers need to bail out the poor, the starving, the ill and the disabled that are most effected by this virus.”

are able to reopen. It has been a hard few years for the company with ma­ jor restructuring of the logistics of the business, the IT and online presence and the actual clothes that were be­ ing produced and last year saw record sales achieved.

One major and ongoing pro­ gramme is the closure of smaller stores that do not return sufficient levels of profit and their replacement with larger establishments although Mango is also positioning itself inside department stores, especially in Ger­ many. It is trialling RFID technology which is ‘radio­frequency identifica­ tion’ and refers to a technology whereby digital data encoded in RFID tags or smart labels are captured by a reader via radio waves in 10 stores.

It expects this to spread to all of its outlets which should improve stock control and efficiency considerably.

Debt is being reduced and aug­ mented by the issue of short term bonds which reduce interest pay­ ments, so it does look as if Mango is back.

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BUSINESS EXTRA Coronavirus bonus AS it is expected that supermarkets will stay open during the State of Alarm, Mercadona, recognising the potential risks to its staff will be giving them a bonus of 20 per cent pay of their salary at the end of March.

Cheap fares DUE to the lockdown caused by the outbreak of Coronavirus, Spanish rail company RENFE has announced that it has suspended the introduction of the low cost AVLO service between Madrid and Barcelona planned to start on April 6.

Switch work THE UK Minister of Health Matt Hancock said in an interview with Andrew Marr that the government was talking to a number of companies about the possibility of them changing some of their production in order to make ventilators for the NHS.

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LEAPY LEE SAYS IT OTHERS THINK IT O D D LY - o r p e r h a p s p re dictably, any subject I selected to write about this week paled in comparison to the horrendous Corona situation facing us at this time.

Consequently I decided to take this opportunity to wish you all strength, luck and a healthy conclusion to this unprecedented threat to our existence.

I would also like to add that when the emergency passes, as it surely will, the Chinese authorities will have a great deal of questions to answer. Irrespective of exactly how it came into existence, this virus has most certainly originated in China and the world deserves some explanation and possibly huge amounts of compensation from a country that has, by one way or another, become one of the wealthiest on the planet.

Just briefly I would also like to address the columnist from the Hong Kong newspaper who re-

FEATURE

Let’s show by example

THIS WEEK: I wish you all strength, luck and a healthy conclusion. cently accused me of racism toward the Chinese. In the Western World we still believe in freedom of speech. Thanks to the fact that I write for a publication that also follows these ideals, I

am able to voice my opinions without fear of ‘disappearing’ as so many that live in the country you work from actually have, ok? In the UK the present situation is being compared to the

emergency circumstances we found ourselves in during the Second World War. Unfortunately, by the reports coming in, the indigenous population has been infiltrated and is nothing like it was in those dangerous times.

Back then the citizens of the UK looked out for each other.

People stood shoulder to shoulder and assisted those more vulnerable. The disgraceful images of screaming individuals shoving others, including the elderly, out of the way and grabbing goods off the shelves like marauding animals is I’m afraid merely a reflection on how British culture and values have been dragged down over the last generation or so. If I am able to build a mansion in a town of cardboard houses, I don’t invite all those inhabitants to come and live with me. If they have made no contribution in the creation of my existence they will have no pride, respect or even understanding of my home and will ul-

timately tear it down.

Digressing slightly it has just been announced that all those over 70 years of age may be restricted to their homes for up to four months! This could apply both in Spain and the UK. I can only say that if this does occur the decent and caring members of society must do all they can to aid and assist those who are in need and unable to help themselves. Let’s just show by example that the despicable actions of many who have been given succour in Western communities are a primitive disgrace and in no way acceptable in any civilised and caring society.

Don’t forget. The ol’ boy is on air Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 1am to 3am Spanish time.

Just click on EXPATRADIO.UK. Give a listen to Leapy’s ‘alter ego!’

Keep the faith Love Leapy leapylee2002@gmail.com

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HOW MRS HINCH IS CLEANING UP 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

NEWS that ‘cleanfluencer’ Mrs Hinch’s third book, ‘The Little Book Of Lists,’ received twice as many orders as double-Booker winner Hilary M a n t e l ’s l a t e s t a c c l a i m e d publication, ‘The Mirror and the Light,’ maybe isn’t so surprising. What is surprising is that Mrs Hinch’s tome isn’t available until April 2!

With 3.2 million Instagram followers and her last two books coining in £5 million combined, Mrs Hinch is the nom de plume of former Essex hairdresser Sophie Hinchliffe.

As for Hilary Mantel, some critics have suggested her new novel which is longer than the two preceding books (nearly 900 pages) is just too huge. Ominously prefaced by a five-and-a-half-page list of characters and two five-generation royal family trees, it’s been described as overpopulated and overloaded.

MOPPING UP: Books can’t be compared.

One critic declared ‘bloat has set in,’ another that it came ‘clogged with research data’ that one reader compared to wading through a Sargasso Sea of Tudor haberdashery, 16th-century foodstuffs, aristocratic genealogies and dynastic matrimonial entanglements.

Well, I bet Dame Hilary’s gutted at this news: someone may even lose their head over it! So if Mrs Hinch is going to clean up, maybe she should add some tips on how to get blood stains off the chopping block?

Seriously though, what is the point of comparing two entirely different books aimed at entirely different fanbases? Does ‘Thomas the Tank Engine’ outsell ‘The Unabridged History

of North Korean Dictatorship’? Similarly, does The Financial Times outsell The Sun, or does University Challenge have more viewers than Love Island (though maybe if the Love Island teams appeared on University Challenge...?)

Frankly, neither type of book grabs me. What I like reading is exactly what I like writing - psychological, suspense and crime thrillers - the grittier the better. And what makes me happy? Seeing them sell well around the world (as you know, all profits to Costa del Sol Cudeca cancer charity).

Finally, on a really positive note, I’d like to thank all those readers who’ve left comments about my latest audiobooks on my website and on EWN’s ‘Columnist’ link! Happy reading!

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

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THURSDAY TV

7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Crimewatch Roadshow 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Dom Does America 12:45pm Claimed and Shamed 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News at One 2:30pm BBC London News 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm Five Bedrooms 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Money for Nothing 5:30pm Ready, Steady, Cook 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six 7:30pm BBC London News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm EastEnders 9:00pm DIY SOS 10:00pm Noughts + Crosses 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:25pm Regional News and Weather 11:30pm Weather 11:35pm Question Time 12:35am Newscast 1:05am Weather for the Week Ahead 1:10am BC News

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

Money for Nothing Bargain Hunt Antiques Roadshow BBC News at 9 Victoria Derbyshire BBC Newsroom Live Politics Live Hardball Best House in Town Terry and Mason's Great Food Trip 4:00pm Red Rock 4:45pm The Great Interior Design Challenge 5:45pm The TV That Made Me 6:15pm Flog It! 7:00pm Richard Osman's House of Games 7:30pm Great British Railway Journeys 8:00pm MOTDx 8:30pm Villages by the Sea 9:00pm Great British Menu 10:00pm Hospital 11:00pm Vic & Bob's Big Night Out 11:30pm Newsnight 12:10am Weather 12:15am Miss World 1970: Beauty Queens and Bedlam

8:00pm

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

8:30pm The Wonder of Animals 9:00pm Shipwrecks: Britain's Sunken History 10:00pm Mark Kermode's Oscar Winners: A Secrets of Cinema Special 11:00pm BBC Proms 2017 1:00am Amsterdam: An Art Lovers' Guide 2:00am Our Classical Century 3:00am Mark Kermode's Oscar Winners: A Secrets of Cinema Special The film critic uncovers the cinematic secrets of arguably the biggest genre of the moment - the superhero movie.

4:00am Shipwrecks: Britain's Sunken History

7:30am 7:55am 8:20am 8:45am 9:10am

Cheers Cheers King of Queens King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond 9:40am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:10am Frasier 10:40am Frasier 11:10am Undercover Boss USA 12:05pm Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 1:00pm Channel 4 News 1:05pm Come Dine with Me 2:05pm Posh Pawnbrokers 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm A Place in the Sun 5:00pm A New Life in the Sun: Where Are They Now? 6:00pm Four in a Bed 6:30pm Come Dine with Me 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 9:00pm How to Beat Ageing 10:00pm Hunted 11:00pm First Dates 12:05am Five Guys a Week 1:10am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA

8:55am 9:10am 9:25am 9:40am 9:55am

Paw Patrol Floogals Becca's Bunch Little Princess Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 10:10am Sunny Bunnies 10:15am Jeremy Vine 12:15pm Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords 1:10pm 5 News Lunchtime 1:15pm Britain's Parking Hell 2:10pm Access 2:15pm Home and Away 2:45pm Neighbours 3:15pm Her Son's Deadly Secret 5:00pm Friends 6:00pm 5 News at 5 6:30pm Neighbours 7:00pm Home and Away 7:30pm 5 News Tonight 8:00pm The Dog Rescuers with Alan Davies 9:00pm Secrets of Your Supermarket Food 10:00pm Penance 11:00pm Neighbours 11:35pm Fritzl: Surviving Evil 12:45am Tortured by Mum and Dad?: The Turpin 13

7:00am Hollyoaks 7:30am Hollyoaks 8:00am How I Met Your Mother 9:00am Baby Daddy 9:30am Baby Daddy 10:00am Mike & Molly 10:30am Mike & Molly 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 Baby Daddy 3:30pm Baby Daddy 4:00pm Mike & Molly 4:30pm Mike & Molly 5:00pm The Goldbergs 6:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 6:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Hollyoaks 8:30pm Man with a Plan 9:00pm Young Sheldon 9:30pm Young Sheldon 10:00pmCelebs Go Dating 11:00pm Celebrity Gogglebox 12:05am The Big Bang Theory 12:35am The Big Bang Theory

7:00am

7:00am

8:00am

7:25am Classic Coronation Street 7:55am Classic Emmerdale 8:25am Classic Emmerdale 8:55am Heartbeat 9:55am Man About the House Robin uses the threat of a roving mouse as an excuse to spend the night in Chrissy's bedroom. Comedy series, with Richard O'Sullivan.

10:25am Man About the House 10:55am That's My Boy 11:30am A Touch of Frost 1:40pm Heartbeat 2:45pm Classic Emmerdale 3:15pm Classic Emmerdale 3:50pm Classic Coronation Street 4:20pm Classic Coronation Street 4:55pm Midsomer Murders 6:55pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Agatha Christie's Poirot 9:00pm Lewis 11:00pm Scott & Bailey 12:00am A Touch of Frost

7:00am Football Rivalries Featuring Manchester United and Liverpool.

7:15am The Chase 8:15am Quincy, M.E. 9:20am Kojak 10:25am Minder 11:30am The Professionals 12:35pm The Sweeney 1:45pm Snooker: Tour Championship Live 5:15pm Minder 6:20pm The Professionals 7:25pm World of Sport 7:50pm Snooker: Tour Championship Live Further coverage of day three from Venue Cymru in Llandudno, featuring the opening session of the second semifinal 11:30pmNational Lampoon's Vacation 12:30am FYI Daily A round-up of the latest entertainment news.

12:35amNational Lampoon's Vacation 1:35am Minder

10:00am Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief 12:00pm Skyscraper 1:50pm Escape Plan 3 3:35pm Kingdom of Heaven 6:05pm Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief 8:05pm Skyscraper 10:00pm Escape Plan 3 11:45pm Lethal Weapon 1:45am Lethal Weapon 2

7:00am Sell By 8:50am Free Preview Frozen 2 A look at the eagerly anticipated sequel.

9:05am Strange But True?

10:55amRobert the Bruce 1:15pm The Lion King 3:20pm The Last Rampage 5:10pm The Top Ten Show 5:25pm Hammer 7:00pm Spider in the Web 9:00pm The Lion King After the murder of his father Mufasa, young lion prince Simba flees his African kingdom, only to learn the true meaning of responsibility and bravery as he clashes with his wicked uncle Scar.

11:00pm The Last Rampage 12:45amRobert the Bruce Following the execution of William Wallace, Robert the Bruce has suffered a number of losses.

1:30pm Football Years 2:00pm EFL Greatest Games 2:30pm SPFL Greatest Games 2:45pm The Fantasy Football Club 3:00pm EFL Highlights 4:00pm Football's Greatest Players 4:30pm Football Countdowns 5:00pm EFL Midweek Goals: Championship 5:30pm Championship Season Review 6:30pm EFL Greatest Games 6:45pm SPFL Greatest Games 7:00pm Football's Greatest Players 7:30pm EFL Midweek Goals: Championship 8:00pm EFL Midweek Goals: Championship 8:30pm EFL Highlights 10:00pm EFL Midweek Goals: Championship 11:00pm SPFL Greatest Games 11:30pm EFL Greatest Games 12:00am The Fantasy Football Club 12:15am EFL Greatest Games

Good Morning Britain 10:00am Lorraine 11:00am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 2:55pm ITV News London 3:00pm Judge Rinder's Crime Stories 4:00pm Tenable 4:59pm ITV London Weather 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm ITV News London 7:30pm ITV Evening News Round-up of the main national and international news.

8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Tonight 9:00pm Emmerdale 9:30pm Griff's Great Australian Adventure 10:00pm The Station: Trouble On The Tracks 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:30pm ITV News London 11:45pm The Late Debate 12:10am Britain's Busiest Airport - Heathrow 12:40am Liar

The Ellen DeGeneres Show 8:50am Emmerdale 9:20am Coronation Street 10:20am Superstore 11:15am Dinner Date 12:15pm Dress to Impress 1:15pm Emmerdale 1:45pm Coronation Street 2:15pm Coronation Street 2:50pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show 3:45pm Dinner Date Alex from Ascot picks three blind dates from five potential partners, based entirely on the menus they have come up with.

4:50pm Dress to Impress 5:50pm Take Me Out 7:00pm You've Been Framed!

9:00pm Two and a Half Men 9:30pm Two and a Half Men 10:00pm The Hangover 11:00pm FYI Daily 11:05pm The Hangover 12:10am Family Guy 12:35am Family Guy 1:05am American Dad! 1:35am American Dad!

8:30am Look Who's Talking Too 10:00am Dusty and Me 11:45am The Favourite 1:55pm The Breakfast Club 3:35pm Ferris Bueller's Day Off 5:25pm Tag 7:10pm Grown Ups Five friends reunite for the funeral of their high-school basketball coach.

9:00pm Grown Ups 2 10:45pm The Favourite 12:50am Road Trip: Beer Pong

Live Test Cricket Sri Lanka v England.

1:15pm Test Cricket Bitesize Sri Lanka v England.

1:30pm Cricket Debate Sri Lanka v England.

2:15pm Live PGA Tour Golf The Valspar Championship.

7:00pm Sky Sports News at 6 The latest sports news and updates.

8:00pm Live Premier League Darts 11:30pm Sky Sports News at Ten 12:00am Live NBA: The Warm Up A look ahead to tonight's fixtures.

1:00am Live NBA: Sacramento @ Houston Houston Rockets v Sacramento Kings (Tip-off 12.00am).

3:30am Sky Sports News 4:00am Sky Sports News 5:00am Test Cricket Bitesize Sri Lanka v England.

5:15am Live Test Cricket

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FRIDAY TV

11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Dom Does America 12:45pm Claimed and Shamed 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News at One 2:30pm BBC London News 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm Escape to the Country 4:00pm Garden Rescue 4:45pm Money for Nothing 5:30pm Ready, Steady, Cook 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six 7:30pm BBC London News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm For Love or Money 9:00pm A Question of Sport 9:30pm EastEnders 10:00pm MasterChef 10:30pm Would I Lie to You? 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:25pm Regional News and Weather 11:30pm Weather 11:35pmMarvel's Avengers Assemble 1:50am Weather for the Week Ahead

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

Money for Nothing Flog It! Back in Time for...

BBC News at 9 Victoria Derbyshire BBC Newsroom Live Politics Live Best House in Town Best House in Town Terry and Mason's Great Food Trip 4:00pm Red Rock 4:45pm The Great Interior Design Challenge 5:45pm The TV That Made Me 6:15pm Flog It! 7:00pm Richard Osman's House of Games 7:30pm Great British Railway Journeys 8:00pm Rick Stein's Secret France 9:00pm Great British Menu 9:30pm Gardeners' World 10:00pm Natural World 11:00pm QI 11:30pm Newsnight 12:00am Weather 12:05amThe Man with the Iron Heart

8:00pm World News Today The day's leading stories.

8:30pm Top of the Pops: 1989 Simon Mayo hosts the edition first shown on May 25, featuring performances by Lynne Hamilton, Donna Summer and Edelweiss.

9:30pm Sounds of the Sixties 10:00pm The Story of Ready Steady Go! 11:00pm The Best of Ready Steady Go! 12:00am Roy Orbison: One of the Lonely Ones 1:00am Irish Rock at the BBC 2:00am Hits, Hype & Hustle: An Insider's Guide to the Music Business 3:00am The Story of Ready Steady Go! 4:00am The Best of Ready Steady Go!

7:30am Cheers 8:20am King of Queens 9:10am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:40am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:10am Frasier 10:40am Frasier 11:10am Undercover Boss USA 12:05pm Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 1:00pm Channel 4 News 1:05pm Come Dine with Me 2:05pm Posh Pawnbrokers 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm A Place in the Sun 5:00pm A New Life in the Sun: Where Are They Now? 6:00pm Four in a Bed 6:30pm Come Dine with Me 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 8:30pm Unreported World 9:00pm 24 Hours in A&E 10:00pmGogglebox 11:00pmThe Last Leg 12:05amBig Narstie's Big Adventure - Jamaica

8:40am 8:55am 9:10am 9:25am 9:40am 9:55am

Top Wing Paw Patrol Floogals Becca's Bunch Little Princess Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 10:10am Sunny Bunnies 10:15am Jeremy Vine 12:15pm Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords 1:10pm 5 News Lunchtime 1:15pm Britain's Parking Hell 2:10pm Access 2:15pm Home and Away 2:45pm Neighbours 3:15pm The Stranger Inside 5:00pm Friends 6:00pm 5 News at 5 6:30pm Neighbours 7:00pm Home and Away 7:30pm 5 News Tonight 8:00pm Inside...

9:00pm The Yorkshire Steam Railway: All Aboard 10:00pmBritain by Barge 11:00pmNeighbours 11:35pm When Double Acts Fall Out 1:05am Greatest Ever Movie Blunders

7:00am Hollyoaks 8:00am How I Met Your Mother 9:00am Baby Daddy 10:00am Mike & Molly 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 Baby Daddy 3:30pm Baby Daddy 4:00pm Mike & Molly 4:30pm Mike & Molly 5:00pm The Goldbergs 5:30pm The Goldbergs 6:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 6:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Hollyoaks 8:30pm Man with a Plan 9:00pm The Big Bang Theory 9:30pm The Big Bang Theory 10:00pmJack Reacher: Never Go Back 12:20am Rick and Morty 12:50amMr Pickles

7:00am 1:15pm

10:00am Lorraine Entertainment, current affairs and fashion news, as well as showbiz stories and celebrity gossip.

Presented by Lorraine Kelly.

11:00am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 2:55pm ITV News London 3:00pm Judge Rinder's Crime Stories 4:00pm Tenable 4:59pm ITV London Weather 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm ITV News London 7:30pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:30pm Vera 11:20pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:50pm ITV News London 12:05am The Keith & Paddy Picture Show

8:00am The Ellen DeGeneres Show 8:50am Emmerdale 9:20am Emmerdale 9:50am You've Been Framed!

10:20am Superstore 11:15am Dinner Date 12:15pm Dress to Impress 1:15pm Emmerdale 1:45pm Emmerdale 2:15pm You've Been Framed!

2:50pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show 3:45pm Dinner Date 4:50pm Dress to Impress 5:55pm Take Me Out 7:30pm You've Been Framed!

8:00pm You've Been Framed!

9:00pm Two and a Half Men 9:30pm Two and a Half Men 10:00pmAmerican Pie: Reunion 11:05pm FYI Daily 11:10pmAmerican Pie: Reunion 12:20am Family Guy

7:00am Classic Coronation Street 7:25am Classic Coronation Street 7:55am Classic Emmerdale 8:25am Classic Emmerdale 8:55am Heartbeat 10:00am Man About the House 10:25am Man About the House 11:00am That's My Boy 11:30am A Touch of Frost 1:40pm Heartbeat Sparks fly as Joe clashes with Rachel over an investigation into a train robbery.

2:45pm Classic Emmerdale 3:15pm Classic Emmerdale 3:50pm Classic Coronation Street 4:55pm Midsomer Murders 6:55pm Heartbeat 7:55pm Agatha Christie's Poirot 9:00pm Doc Martin 10:00pm Doc Martin 11:00pm Scott & Bailey

7:00am 7:15am 8:15am 9:20am 10:20am 11:30am 12:35pm 1:45pm

11:30am Solo: A Star Wars Story 2:00pm The Fast and the Furious 4:00pm 2 Fast 2 Furious 6:00pm The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift 8:00pm Fast and Furious 10:00pm Solo: A Star Wars Story 12:30am The Fast and the Furious

1:45pm Strange But True?

3:30pm Hammer 5:00pm Spider in the Web Daniel, a young operative, is sent on a mission to follow Avner Adereth, a spy for the Israeli government who's undercover in Antwerp, posing as an antiques dealer.

His questionable behaviour has alerted his boss who wants Daniel to ensure the information Avner is providing is legitimate 7:00pm The Lion King 9:00pm The Secret Life of Pets 2 10:30pm Robert the Bruce Following the execution of William Wallace, Robert the Bruce has suffered a number of losses.

12:45am The Last Rampage

12:30pm Football's Greatest Players 1:00pm Football Countdowns 1:30pm Football Years 2:00pm EFL Greatest Games 2:30pm SPFL Greatest Games 2:45pm The Fantasy Football Club 3:00pm EFL Highlights 4:00pm Football's Greatest Players 4:30pm Football Countdowns 5:00pm Football Years 5:30pm EFL Highlights 6:30pm EFL Greatest Games 6:45pm SPFL Greatest Games 7:00pm Football Years 7:30pm Football Countdowns 8:00pm SPFL Highlights 8:30pm EFL Midweek Goals: Championship 9:30pm EFL Highlights 11:30pm EFL Greatest Games 12:00am SPFL Greatest Games

5:15pm

6:20pm 7:30pm

7:50pm

Football Rivalries The Chase Quincy, M.E. Kojak Minder The Professionals The Sweeney Snooker: Tour Championship Live Minder Arthur looks forward to a big payout when an ex-con needs his help to recover the loot from a robbery committed 14 years earlier - but learns banks are not always as safe as they seem.

The Professionals World of Sport Featuring George Best, Zaire's 1974 World Cup campaign and a selection of own goals.

Snooker: Tour Championship Live

10:10am Instant Family 12:20pm Crash Pad Comedy, starring Domhnall Gleeson, Thomas Haden Church and Christina Applegate.

2:05pm Sword of Trust 3:45pm Head Full of Honey 6:20pm Wayne's World 8:05pm Wayne's World 2 10:00pm Instant Family 12:10am Team America: World Police

Live Test Cricket Test Cricket Bitesize Sri Lanka v England.

1:30pm Cricket Debate Sri Lanka v Englan.

2:15pm Live PGA Tour Golf The Valspar Championship. The Valspar Championship.

Coverage of the featured groups on the second day at the Innisbrook Resort in Palm Harbour, Florida, where England's Paul Casey was victorious last year.

7:00pm Sky Sports News at 6 The latest sports news and updates.

8:00pm Live FNF Tottenham Hotspur v West Ham United (Kick-off 8.00pm).

11:30pm Sky Sports News at Ten 12:00am Live NBA: Golden State @ Detroit 2:30am Sky Sports News

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7:00am Breakfast 11:00amSaturday Kitchen Live 12:30pm Nadiya's Family Favourites 1:00pm Football Focus 2:00pm BBC News 2:10pm Weather 2:15pm Bargain Hunt 3:00pm Escape to the Country 4:00pm Garden Rescue 4:45pm Ready, Steady, Cook 5:30pm Final Score 6:10pm BBC News 6:20pm BBC London News 6:25pm Weather 6:30pm Celebrity Mastermind 7:00pm Catchpoint 7:30pm Match of the Day Live 10:15pm All Round to Mrs Brown's 11:00pm BBC News 11:15pm Weather 11:20pm Match of the Day 12:00am Match of the Day: FA Cup Highlights 12:30amA Time to Kill

7:45am Wild & Weird 8:00am The Dog Ate My Homework 8:30am The Dengineers 9:00am Blue Peter 9:30am Deadly 60 10:00am The Secrets of Your Food 11:00am Super Smart Animals Liz Bonnin goes on a quest to find the world's most intelligent animals.

12:00pm Hugh's Wild West 1:00pm Great British Menu 2:00pm Great British Menu 3:00pm The £100K House: Tricks of the Trade 4:00pm Natural World 5:00pm Talking Pictures 5:35pm In Which We Serve 7:30pm Dad's Army 8:00pm Australia: Earth's Magical Kingdom 9:00pm Great American Railroad Journeys 10:00pm QI XL 10:45pmFilm Stars Don't Die In Liverpool 12:25amPersonal Shopper

8:00pm

Rick Stein's Long Weekends 9:00pm South Pacific Documentary exploring the region's islands 10:00pm Hidden Deep in the mountains, the search continues, before Cadi and Mia finally come face to face - the hunter and the hunted.

11:00pm Lost Sitcoms A remake of an episode originally broadcast in 1956.

11:30pm Apprentice 1:00am Top of the Pops: 1989 1:30am Top of the Pops: 1989 2:00am Our Musical History 3:00am South Pacific 4:00am Rick Stein's Long Weekends

Mike & Molly Mike & Molly The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Big Bang Theory The Simpsons The Simpsons The Simpsons The Simpsons The Simpsons The Simpsons The Simpsons Sun, Sea and Selling Houses 1:20pm The Dog House 2:20pm Four in a Bed 2:50pm Four in a Bed 3:20pm Four in a Bed 3:50pm Four in a Bed 4:25pm Four in a Bed 4:55pm Animal Rescue School 5:55pm Kirstie and Phil's Love it or List it 7:00pm Channel 4 News 7:30pm Churchill's Secret Affair 8:30pm Formula 1 10:00pm Diego Maradona 12:35amMaze Runner: The Scorch Trials

10:05am 10:20am 10:35am 10:50am 11:00am

Pirata & Capitano Floogals Digby Dragon Shimmer and Shine SpongeBob Squarepants 11:15am The Loud House 11:25am Access 11:30amWWE SmackDown Highlights 12:30pm Friends 3:00pm Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords 4:00pm Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords 5:00pm Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords 6:00pm Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords 7:00pm Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords 7:55pm 5 News Update 8:00pm Cruising with Jane McDonald: Down Under 9:30pm Prince Harry: A Troubled Prince 10:30pm How to Bag a Prince 12:15am Rich and Acquitted 2:00am The 21.Co.UK Live Casino Show

7:00am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 7:55am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 8:50am Don't Tell the Bride 9:50am Doctor Dolittle 11:30am The Goldbergs 12:00pm Schooled 12:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 1:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 1:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 2:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 2:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 3:00pm The Big Bang Theory 3:30pm The Big Bang Theory 4:00pm The Big Bang Theory 4:30pm The Big Bang Theory 4:55pm The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer 6:15pm The Big Bang Theory 6:45pm The Big Bang Theory 7:15pm The Big Bang Theory 7:45pm Young Sheldon 8:15pm Puss in Boots 10:00pmLucy 12:45am Celebrity Gogglebox 12:50am Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist 1:50am Friday Night Dinner 2:25am Friday Night Dinner

7:00am 1:00pm

9:10am Ben 10 9:30am Robozuna 10:05am Hotel Transylvania: Enter The Nose Picker/Hide & Shriek 10:25am ITV News 10:30am Saturday Morning with James Martin 12:40pm Living on the Veg 1:40pm ITV News and Weather 1:49pm ITV London Weather 1:50pm Love Your Garden 2:50pm Midsomer Murders 4:45pm Tenable 5:45pm Tipping Point 6:45pm The Chase: Celebrity Special 7:40pm ITV News and Weather 7:50pm ITV News London 8:00pm Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Take Away 9:30pm The Voice UK 11:30pm ITV News and Weather 11:44pm ITV London Weather 11:45pm Knocked Up 2:05am Ideal World

7:00am 8:00am

7:00am

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

8:15am Winchester '73 10:00amThe Kid Who Would Be King 12:15pmBumblebee 2:15pm Fast and Furious Five 4:30pm Fast and Furious 6 6:45pm The Kid Who Would Be King 9:00pm Bumblebee 11:00pmFast and Furious Five 1:15am Fast and Furious 6

8:50am The Top Ten Show 9:05am The Lion King 11:10amThe Secret Life of Pets 2 12:45pm Free Preview Frozen 2 1:00pm The Intruder 3:00pm Robert the Bruce 5:15pm The Lion King 7:15pm The Secret Life of Pets 2 8:45pm 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.

9:00pm The Intruder A young married couple buy a beautiful house on several acres of land, only to find out that the man they bought it from refuses to let go of the property.

11:00pmSpider in the Web 1:00am Hammer

7:00am EFL Greatest Games 7:45am SPFL Greatest Games 8:00am Football's Greatest Players 8:30am Football Countdowns 9:00am Football Years 9:30am EFL Greatest Games 9:45am EFL Greatest Games 10:00am SPFL Greatest Games 10:15am EFL Greatest Games 10:30am Saturday Social 11:30am Soccer A.M. 1:00pm Live EFL 4:00pm Gillette Soccer Saturday 6:00pm Gillette Soccer Saturday: Reaction 7:00pm Goals Express A round up of the latest goals.

8:00pm EFL Highlights Queens Park Rangers v Fulham.

8:15pm Football Countdowns 8:45pm MLS Live 10:50pm The Fantasy Football Club 11:00pm EFL Highlights 1:30am SPFL Greatest Games 2:00am Football Countdowns

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

Teleshopping The Ellen DeGeneres Show The Ellen DeGeneres Show The Ellen DeGeneres Show Dress to Impress Dress to Impress Catchphrase In for a Penny In for a Penny You've Been Framed!

Dr. Seuss' the Lorax FYI Daily Dr. Seuss' the Lorax Step Up FYI Daily Step Up The Lost World: Jurassic Park FYI Daily The Lost World: Jurassic Park Family Guy Family Guy Family Guy Family Guy Family Guy

That's My Boy Attempts to scare off Robert's other mother leave him little to crow about.

7:25am Midsomer Murders 9:20am Midsomer Murders 11:15am Coronation Street 2:10pm Lewis 4:05pm Agatha Christie's Marple 6:05pm Midsomer Murders 8:00pm Midsomer Murders 10:00pm Midsomer Murders 12:00am Scott & Bailey 1:05am Scott & Bailey 2:05am Scott & Bailey 3:00am Great Estates of Scotland 4:00am That's My Boy Ida's birthday celebrations give her the blues, and even Wilfred's arrival doesn't make her any happier.

4:25am ITV3 Nightscreen 4:30am Teleshopping

7:00am 7:25am 7:50am 8:10am 8:35am 9:00am 9:25am 9:50am 10:20am 10:50am 11:20am 11:50am 12:20pm

11:30am 12:00pm 1:05pm 2:10pm 2:30pm 5:00pm 5:30pm 5:55pm

6:55pm 7:00pm

7:45pm 11:15pm 12:15am 12:20am 1:30am 2:40am 3:35am

Only When I Laugh The Saint Monster Carp Giant Lobster Hunters ITV Racing: The Opening Show Euro 2020 Preview Show The Professionals Minder World of Sport: Footballing Upsets ITV Racing Live River Monsters World Cup Rivalries Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment FYI Daily Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment Snooker: Tour Championship Live Blade: Trinity FYI Daily Blade: Trinity The Professionals Minder ITV4 Nightscreen

9:00am Make or Break?

10:40amBeethoven's 2nd 12:15pmWho Framed Roger Rabbit?

2:10pm Sell By 4:00pm School of Rock 6:00pm Meet the Parents 8:00pm Meet the Fockers 10:00pmAustin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me 11:40pmAustin Powers in Goldmember 1:20am Sell By

Live Test Cricket Live EFL Queens Park Rangers v Fulham (Kick-off 12.30pm).

4:00pm Live Formula 1 The Bahrain Grand Prix qualifying session (Start-time 3.00pm).

5:30pm Gillette Soccer Saturday 6:00pm Live Premier League Liverpool v Crystal Palace (Kick-off 5.30pm). Coverage of the top-flight clash from Anfield.

9:00pm Live PGA Tour Golf The Valspar Championship.

11:00pm Live LPGA Tour Golf The Bank of Hope Founders Cup. Coverage of day three from Wildfire Golf Club in Phoenix, Arizona.

2:00am Sky Sports News 3:00am Sky Sports News 4:00am Sky Sports News

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MARBELLA MOMENTS

BY NICOLE KING LAST week Brexit was the be all and end all. This week the Coronavirus situation has put everything into perspective and this is far more worrying.

Even though many of us find ourselves in a foreign country, particularly alien at times like this, we are fortunately not as alone in the face of danger as some may fear. If you know who to ask you’ll be surprised as to how easy it is to find all the answers.

I’m proud to say that even amidst the enormous undertaking of controlling the virus and running our city, our mayor, Angeles Muñoz is also very eager to assure us that in spite of official offices being closed they are still available to us.

They are also reaching out to all the international community and media to please follow and share their messages. If we can also help translate the information it will be easier for

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A message from our Mayor our international community to keep updated on what’s happening and what we need be doing, according to the government and not our neighbour or other unreliable source.

Ignorance is not going to be an acceptable excuse for not following the rules: the Central Government has declared a State of Alarm for a reason and we’re to adhere to the rules or face the consequences. For starters any individual out of their home without justification will be fined on the spot, or worse. Our compliance is not an option.

We’re lucky that we are allowed out for necessities, but we will only keep this privilege if we start to use a bit more com-

mon sense than we’ve shown to-date. As of now only one person may shop for the essentials such as food and medication or to take the dog for a walk; always keeping a distance of at least one-metre between each person. If we sneeze or cough we must cover our mouth with the inside of our elbow and wash our hands well and often.

For those who are most vulnerable just don’t go out. Fortunately restaurants are still offering takeaway and home delivery and there are also several delivery services, private drivers and taxis, as well as volunteers, offering to do shopping or whatever else may be needed.

Don’t be shy to ask for help!

The mayor was most heartfelt in her show of gratitude to our local businesses for their support; including taxis, restaurants, hotels and private medical facilities pulling together for the common good.

During the coming weeks the town hall will be closed to the public, but you can contact the Foreigners Department at any time regarding matters you would usually handle in person and they’ll either direct you to the relevant department or try and resolve your issue.

Just don’t leave home, particularly if you think you might have the virus - first call 112 and they’ll take it from there.

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Council for Foreign Residents Remedios Bocanegra 669 359 994 rbocanegra@marbella.es

Marbella Area: Oti García Diaz-Ambrona 619 113 127 oti.extranjeros@marbella.es

San Pedro & Nueva Andalucia Eduardo Agüero 952 761 605 edu.extranjeros@marbella.es

Las Chapas Moisés Martín Vázquez 682 832 374 extranjeroslaschapas@marbella.es

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8:45am Match of the Day 9:30am Match of the Day: FA Cup Highlights 10:00am The Andrew Marr Show 11:00am Sunday Politics London 11:30am The Big Questions 12:30pm Wanted Down Under 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News 2:10pm Weather for the Week Ahead 2:15pm Songs of Praise 2:50pm Money for Nothing 3:15pm Ready, Steady, Cook 4:00pm Blue Planet II 5:00pm Match of the Day Live: The FA Cup 7:40pm BBC News 7:55pm BBC London News 7:58pm Weather 8:00pm Countryfile 9:00pm Antiques Roadshow 10:00pm The Nest 11:00pm BBC News 11:25pm BBC London News 11:28pm Weather 11:30pm Match of the Day 2 12:00am Match of the Day: FA Cup Highlights

7:30am The Instant Gardener 8:20am The A to Z of TV Cooking 9:05am Gardeners' World 9:35am Countryfile 10:30am Beechgrove Repotted 11:00amSaturday Kitchen Best Bites 12:30pm Rick Stein From Venice to Istanbul 1:30pm Great British Menu 2:00pm Figure Skating 4:00pm Talking Pictures 4:40pm The Lady Vanishes 6:15pm Flog It! 7:00pm Back in Time for...

8:00pm The Americas with Simon Reeve 9:00pm Race Across the World 10:00pmDragons' Den 11:00pm Trigonometry A cash-strapped London couple take in an enigmatic lodger, who will change their lives for ever.

11:45pm Mindhorn 1:05am Disconnect 2:55am Question Time

11:30am Ainsley's Mediterranean Cookbook 12:30pm Griff's Great Australian Adventure 1:00pm ITV News and Weather 1:09pm ITV London Weather 1:10pm The Voice UK 3:10pm Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Take Away 4:40pm Midsomer Murders 6:35pm Catchphrase 7:30pm ITV News and Weather 7:45pm ITV News London 8:00pm The Family Chase 9:00pm The Good Karma Hospital 10:00pm Belgravia 11:00pm ITV News and Weather 11:19pm ITV London Weather 11:20pm Joanna Lumley's Hidden Caribbean: Havana to Haiti 12:15am The Trouble with Maggie Cole

4:30am 7:00am 8:00am 8:30am 9:15am 10:05am 11:05am 12:05pm 1:15pm 2:20pm 3:20pm 3:25pm 4:30pm 5:30pm 5:35pm 6:20pm 7:20pm 7:25pm 8:10pm 9:10pm 9:15pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:30pm 11:55pm 12:30am

Teleshopping Teleshopping You've Been Framed!

The Ellen DeGeneres Show The Ellen DeGeneres Show Dress to Impress Dress to Impress Dress to Impress Catchphrase Fame FYI Daily Fame Alvin and the Chipmunks FYI Daily Alvin and the Chipmunks Despicable Me 3 FYI Daily Despicable Me 3 Jurassic Park III FYI Daily Jurassic Park III Ibiza Weekender Family Guy Family Guy Family Guy American Dad!

SUNDAY TV

8:00pm The Women's Football Show 8:30pm Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em 9:00pm Natural World In the vast wilderness of Canada's west coast lie forests that are home to North American black bears that through a quirk of genetics are born pure white and known as ghost bears.

10:00pm Operation Gold Rush with Dan Snow 11:00pm West Side Stories The Making of a Classic 12:00am BBC Proms 2:05am Discovering the Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra - Benjamin Britten 3:05am Beyond the Walls: In Search of the Celts 3:35am West Side Stories The Making of a Classic

7:15am King of Queens 7:35am Everybody Loves Raymond 8:00am Everybody Loves Raymond 8:25am The Big Bang Theory 8:45am The Big Bang Theory 9:10am The Big Bang Theory 9:30am The Big Bang Theory 10:00am Jamie's Meat-Free Meals 10:30amSunday Brunch 1:30pm The Simpsons 2:00pm The Simpsons 2:30pm The Simpsons 3:00pm The Simpsons 3:30pm The Simpsons Movie 5:15pm The Secret Life of the Zoo 6:15pm A Place in the Sun 7:00pm Channel 4 News 7:30pm Escape to the Chateau 8:30pm Formula 1 11:00pmHomeland 12:05amParkland 1:50am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 2:40am Come Dine with Me

8:45am 9:05am 9:20am 9:50am 10:05am 10:20am 10:35am 10:50am 10:55am

Peppa Pig Butterbean's Cafe Paw Patrol Wissper Pirata & Capitano Floogals Digby Dragon Shimmer and Shine SpongeBob Squarepants 11:10am The Loud House 11:20am Access 11:25amWWE Raw Highlights 12:25pm Friends 2:25pm Beaches 3:25pm Access 3:30pm Beaches 4:55pm The First Wives Club 6:05pm 5 News Update 6:10pm The First Wives Club 6:55pm 5 News Weekend 7:00pm Britain's Favourite Cleaning Products 9:00pm How to Deep Clean Your Home 10:00pmFilthy Family Swap 11:00pm Most Shocking Celebrity Moments 12:50am Greatest Celebrity Wind-Ups Ever!

7:00am 9:25am 9:55am 10:25am 10:55am 11:25am 11:55am 12:25pm

Hollyoaks Man with a Plan Man with a Plan Man with a Plan The Goldbergs Schooled Young Sheldon Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist 1:25pm Doctor Dolittle 2 3:10pm The Big Bang Theory 3:40pm The Big Bang Theory 4:10pm The Big Bang Theory 4:40pm The Big Bang Theory 5:10pm The Big Bang Theory 5:35pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 6:05pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 6:35pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 7:05pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 7:35pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 8:05pm How to Train Your Dragon 10:00pmAnchorman 2: The Legend Continues 12:20am Naked Attraction Anna Richardson hosts a fresh run of the dating show.

1:25am Star Trek: Discovery

7:00am Live Test Cricket Sri Lanka v England.

1:15pm Test Cricket Bitesize Sri Lanka v England.

1:30pm Sports Sunday A round-up of the latest news.

2:00pm Live Renault Super Sunday Leicester City v Brighton & Hove Albion (Kick-off 2.00pm).

5:00pm Live EFL Nottingham Forest v Bristol City. Coverage of the Championship clash from The City Ground, joining the action 60 minutes after kick-off.

6:30pm Live PGA Tour Golf The Valspar Championship.

11:00pm Live NBA: La Lakers @ Detroit Detroit Pistons v Los Angeles Lakers (Tipoff 10.00pm).

1:30am Sky Sports News 2:00am Sky Sports News

7:00am That's My Boy 7:25am That's My Boy 7:55am Coronation Street Omnibus. Alya is shocked when Yasmeen reveals that she is moving to Cyprus with Geoff, and tries to make her see that he trying to separate her from the people who care about her.

10:50am Emmerdale 1:55pm Midsomer Murders 3:55pm Agatha Christie's Marple 5:55pm Agatha Christie's Poirot 7:00pm Midsomer Murders 9:00pm Secrets of Growing Up 10:00pm Ant & Dec's DNA Journey 11:30pm The Syndicate 12:35am Scott & Bailey 1:40am Scott & Bailey 2:45am The Halcyon 3:35am Man About the House

7:00am The Car Chasers 8:00am Auto Mundial 8:30am World Rally Championship Highlights 9:35am Minder 10:40am Monster Carp 11:40am Cahill, US Marshal 12:40pm FYI Daily 12:45pm Cahill, US Marshal 1:50pm Snooker: Tour Championship Live 5:15pm The Professionals 6:20pm Mr. Bean 6:55pm Mr. Bean 7:25pm Football's Greatest: Bobby Charlton 7:50pm Snooker: Tour Championship Live 12:00am Giant Lobster Hunters 1:00am Car Crash Global: Caught on Camera 2:00am The Sweeney 3:05am Only When I Laugh 3:40am ITV4 Nightscreen 4:00am Teleshopping

7:05am King Arthur: Legend of the Sword 9:15am Aquaman 11:45am Shazam!

2:00pm Fury 4:20pm King Arthur: Legend of the Sword 6:35pm Aquaman 9:00pm Shazam!

11:20pm Wanted 1:20am Fury

7:00am Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile: Special 7:30am Spider in the Web 9:40am The Secret Life of Pets 2 11:15am 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.

11:30amThe Intruder 1:30pm The Lion King 3:30pm 10 Minutes Gone 5:15pm The Secret Life of Pets 2 6:45pm Free Preview Frozen 2 7:00pm The Intruder 9:00pm The Lion King 11:00pm10 Minutes Gone 12:45amRobert the Bruce Following the execution of William Wallace, Robert the Bruce has suffered a number of losses.

7:00am EFL Greatest Games 7:45am EFL Highlights 8:00am EFL Goals: Leagues 1 &2 8:30am EFL Championship Highlights 11:00am The Sunday Supplement 12:30pm Live Scottish Premiership St Mirren v Rangers (Kick-off 12.00pm).

3:30pm Live EFL 6:30pm EFL Championship Highlights 9:00pm EFL Goals: Leagues 1 &2 9:30pm EFL Highlights 9:45pm EFL Championship Highlights 10:00pm EFL Highlights 10:15pm EFL Championship Highlights 10:45pm The Fantasy Football Club 10:55pm MLS Live 1:00am EFL Championship Highlights Hull City v Middlesbrough.

7:00am Tropic Thunder 8:50am What Men Want 10:50amShanghai Noon 12:45pmShanghai Knights 2:40pm Bean 4:15pm Mr Bean's Holiday 5:50pm Crazy Rich Asians 7:55pm The Favourite 10:00pmWhat Men Want 12:00amTropic Thunder A director's epic Vietnam movie is behind schedule and over budget.

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7:00am Breakfast 10:15am Crimewatch Roadshow 11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pmDefenders UK 12:45pm Claimed and Shamed 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News at One 2:30pm BBC London New 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm London Kills 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Money for Nothing 5:30pm Ready, Steady, Cook 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six 7:30pm BBC London News 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm Inside Out London 9:00pm EastEnders 9:30pm Panorama 10:00pm MasterChef 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:30pm Regional News and Weather 11:40pm Weather 11:45pmThis Country 12:20am Young, Welsh and Pretty Minted

9:30am The Week in Parliament 10:00am BBC News at 9 11:00am Victoria Derbyshire 12:00pm BBC Newsroom Live 1:15pm Politics Live 2:00pm Hardball 2:45pm Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is 3:30pm Terry and Mason's Great Food Trip 4:00pm Red Rock 4:45pm The Great Interior Design Challenge 5:45pm The TV That Made Me 6:15pm Flog It! 7:00pm Richard Osman's House of Games 7:30pm Great British Railway Journeys 8:00pm Coastal Path 8:30pm Mastermind 9:00pm Only Connect 9:30pm University Challenge 10:00pm Horizon 11:00pm Inside No 9 11:30pm Newsnight 12:10am Weather 12:15am Cops Like Us

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

8:30pm Francesco's Mediterranean Voyage 9:00pm Dynasties 10:00pmAge of the Image 11:00pm England's Forgotten Queen: The Life and Death of Lady Jane Grey 12:00am OJ: Made in America Documentary chronicling the rise and fall of OJ Simpson 1:30am Sex and Sensibility: The Allure of Art Nouveau 2:30am The Secret Life of Books 3:00am Going Going Gone: Nick Broomfield's Disappearing Britain 4:00am Age of the Image

7:30am Cheers 8:20am King of Queens 9:10am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:10am Frasier 10:40am Frasier 11:10am Undercover Boss USA 12:05pm Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 1:00pm Channel 4 News 1:05pm Come Dine with Me 2:05pm Posh Pawnbrokers 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm A Place in the Sun 5:00pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY 6:00pm Four in a Bed 6:30pm Come Dine with Me 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 9:00pm Dispatches 9:30pm Food Unwrapped 10:00pm Putin: A Russian Spy Story 11:00pm Gogglebox 12:00am Emergency Helicopter Medics 1:05am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA

9:30am Becca's Bunch 9:40am Little Princess 9:55am Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 10:10am Sunny Bunnies 10:15am Jeremy Vine 12:15pm Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords 1:10pm 5 News Lunchtime 1:15pm Britain's Parking Hell 2:10pm Access 2:15pm Home and Away 2:45pm Neighbours 3:15pm Deadly Hack 5:00pm Friends 6:00pm 5 News at 5 6:30pm Neighbours 7:00pm Home and Away 7:30pm 5 News Tonight 8:00pm Gallagher Premiership Rugby Highlights 9:00pm Police Interceptors 10:00pm Inside the Force: 24/7 11:00pm Snatched and Sold for Sex 12:05amThe Fifth Element 2:20am Cleaner

7:00am 7:30am 8:00am

Hollyoaks Hollyoaks How I Met Your Mother 9:00am Baby Daddy 10:00am Mike & Molly 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 Baby Daddy 3:30pm Baby Daddy 4:00pm Mike & Molly 4:30pm Mike & Molly 5:00pm The Goldbergs 5:30pm The Goldbergs 6:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 6:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Hollyoaks 8:30pm Man with a Plan 9:00pm Come Dine with Me 10:00pm Made in Chelsea 11:00pm The Sex Clinic 12:05am The Big Bang Theory 12:35am The Big Bang Theory

7:00am Live Test Cricket 12:15pm Test Cricket Bitesize Sri Lanka v England.

12:30pm Ref Watch 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 Sports news and updates.

7:00pm Sky Sports News at 6 The latest sports news and updates.

8:00pm Sky Sports Tonight This evening's leading sports stories.

8:30pm Live EFL Plymouth Argyle v Exeter City (Kick-off 7.45pm).

11:00pm The Debate 12:00am Sky Sports News 1:00am Sky Sports News 2:00am Live International T20 Cricket

6:05am Judge Rinder 7:00am Good Morning Britain 10:00am Lorraine 11:00am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 2:55pm ITV News London 3:00pm Judge Rinder's Crime Stories 4:00pm Tenable 4:59pm ITV London Weather 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm ITV News London 7:30pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:00pm St Davids - Britain's Smallest City 9:30pm Coronation Street 10:00pm Liar 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:30pm ITV News London 11:45pm Serial Killer with Piers Morgan 12:40am All Elite Wrestling: Dynamite

7:00am Teleshopping 8:00am The Ellen DeGeneres Show 8:50am Emmerdale 9:20am Coronation Street 10:20am Superstore 10:50am Superstore 11:15am Dinner Date 12:15pm Dress to Impress 1:15pm Emmerdale 1:45pm Coronation Street 2:50pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show 3:45pm Dinner Date 4:50pm Dress to Impress 5:55pm Take Me Out 7:00pm You've Been Framed!

7:30pm You've Been Framed!

8:00pm You've Been Framed!

8:30pm You've Been Framed!

9:00pm Two and a Half Men 9:30pm Two and a Half Men 10:00pm Family Guy 10:30pm American Dad! 11:00pm The Stand Up Sketch Show 11:30pm Family Guy 12:00am Family Guy 12:30am American Dad!

6:30am That's My Boy 6:55am ITV3 Nightscreen 7:00am Classic Coronation Street 7:25am Classic Coronation Street 7:55am Classic Emmerdale 8:25am Classic Emmerdale 8:55am Heartbeat 9:55am Man About the House 10:30am Man About the House 11:00am That's My Boy 11:35am A Touch of Frost 1:45pm Heartbeat 2:45pm Classic Emmerdale 3:15pm Classic Emmerdale 3:50pm Classic Coronation Street 4:20pm Classic Coronation Street 4:55pm Midsomer Murders 6:55pm Heartbeat 7:55pm Agatha Christie's Poirot 9:00pm Endeavour 11:00pm Scott & Bailey 12:00am A Touch of Frost 2:15am A Touch of Frost

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7:00am Cliffhanger 9:05am Lone Survivor 11:20am Braveheart Account of the life of medieval Scottish hero William Wallace.

2:20pm Robert the Bruce 4:35pm Cliffhanger 6:45pm Lone Survivor 9:00pm Braveheart 12:00am Robert the Bruce 2:15am Desperado

7:00am Hammer 8:30am The Intruder 10:15am Strange But True?

12:00pm Spider in the Web Daniel, a young operative, is sent on a mission to follow Avner Adereth, a spy for the Israeli government who's undercover in Antwerp, posing as an antiques dealer.

2:00pm The Secret Life of Pets 2 3:30pm Free Preview Frozen 2 3:45pm Havana Darkness 5:30pm The Last Rampage 7:15pm 10 Minutes Gone 9:00pm The Secret Life of Pets 2 10:45pm 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.

11:00pm Havana Darkness 12:45am The Intruder

11:30am EFL Greatest Games 12:15pm SPFL Greatest Games 12:30pm Football's Greatest Players 1:00pm Football Countdowns 1:30pm Football Years 2:00pm EFL Greatest Games 2:30pm SPFL Round-Up 2:45pm The Fantasy Football Club 3:00pm EFL Highlights 4:00pm Football's Greatest Players 4:30pm Football Countdowns 5:00pm Football Years 5:30pm EFL Highlights 6:30pm EFL Greatest Games 6:45pm SPFL Round-Up 7:00pm Soccer AM: The Best Bits 7:30pm EFL Goals: Leagues 1 &2 8:00pm EFL Highlights 8:30pm Live EFL 11:00pm SPFL Round-Up 11:15pm SPFL Greatest Games 11:30pm MLS Round-Up Show 12:00am The Fantasy Football Club

11:00pm 12:00am 12:05am 1:05am 3:25am 3:50am

4:00am

Quincy, M.E. Kojak The Saint Minder The Professionals The Sweeney Quincy, M.E. Kojak The Saint Minder The Professionals The Sweeney The Chase River Monsters Giant Lobster Hunters Death Wish FYI Daily Death Wish The Contender Auto Mundial ITV4 Nightscreen Text-based information service.

Teleshopping Buying goods from the comfort of home.

7:25am Blue Streak 9:10am We're the Millers 11:10am Along Came Polly 12:45pm I Want Candy Comedy 2:25pm Benjamin Comedy drama 4:05pm Shallow Hal 6:05pm Book Club 8:00pm Along Came Polly 9:40pm Beverly Hills Cop 11:30pm Beverly Hills Cop II 1:20am Beverly Hills Cop III

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GAVIN LAMBE-MURPHY AS Tom Ford famously said, “People will stare, make it worth their while.” Something I remind myself of on a daily basis.

This may sound vain, or contrived, but I am very aware that people stare at me. In fact, I imagine I’m not alone.

Surely you’ve found yourself being watched, as you go about your business.

For me, I began to notice it as a teenager, and it made me feel nervous. What were they looking at? Why was I receiving this attention? In my early 20’s, I became a well-known face within the media, so friends would often say that people were staring, as they recognised me.

I wasn’t convinced. Travelling to Rome, New York, Paris, people still stared. After a while, I began to feel paranoid.

It took a little longer to leave the house, as I found myself checking and rechecking, to ensure that I looked ‘normal.’ Eventually, I realised that no matter how I dress - be it a Gucci tuxe-

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do, or simple sportswear, the eyes followed me. Some going as far as to point and tell their friends to turn and look. Yes, I’m over six-foot tall, with a mop of blonde hair, and, as it’s been noted, by certain journalists ‘permatanned.’

As if having a tan - real or fake, is something to be ashamed of. I guess I stand out for my general appearance, even on the streets of cosmopolitan Marbella, but I find myself attracting more attention due to how I dress. I have never been one to stare, or comment on the appearance of others.

Don’t get me wrong, I look, I see, I think, ‘oh man, why did you wear that?’

But not once have I smirked, stared or commented. Why would I? It goes back to basic kindness. In fact, over the years I’ve done the opposite, and told complete strangers they look great, when they do. So as those people continue to stare, I continue to act as if I don’t see them, but I do.

At a recent cocktail party, I was chatting with a pretty nondescript sort

of chap, who suddenly burst out laughing and drew attention to my choice of shoes - red suede loafers, by the aforementioned Tom Ford. “What were you thinking? How much did you pay for those things?” he almost passed out laughing. I paused a moment, before staring him in the eyes, “€2,000!” Suddenly his mood changed, as if the price tag instantly made the shoes more important than they were.

I glanced at his footwear, to see scuffed, basic, square-toed black lace ups, with plastic soles.

I smiled and walked away. The following morning as I dressed for breakfast, I decided to adapt a new mantra - dress up, show up, always and all ways. If they’re going to stare, what do I care? I shall act as if I can’t see them from behind my shades. So just imagine, if you’re staring at me, I may well be staring back at you, in horror!

NEW MANTRA: Dress up, show up, always and all ways.

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6:05am Judge Rinder 7:00am Good Morning Britain 10:00am Lorraine 11:00am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 2:55pm ITV News London 3:00pm Judge Rinder's Crime Stories 4:00pm Tenable 4:59pm ITV London Weather 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm ITV News London 7:30pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Dr Ranj: On Call 9:00pm Midsomer Murders 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:30pm ITV News London 11:45pm The Station: Trouble On The Tracks 12:40am Kate & Koji 1:10am Belgravia 2:00am Ideal World 4:00am Culinary Genius 4:50am ITV Nightscreen Text-based information service.

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Money for Nothing Ready, Steady, Cook Saving Lives at Sea BBC News at 9 Victoria Derbyshire BBC Newsroom Live Politics Live The Super League Show Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is Terry and Mason's Great Food Trip Red Rock Alex Polizzi: Chefs on Trial The TV That Made Me Flog It! Richard Osman's House of Games Great British Railway Journeys Race Across the World Back in Time for...

Cops Like Us Better Things Newsnight Weather Hospital Dragons' Den MasterChef

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

With Katty Kay and Christian Fraser.

8:30pm Gareth Edwards' Great Welsh Adventure 9:00pm Digging For Britain: The Greatest Discoveries 9:30pm The Art Mysteries with Waldemar Januszczak 10:00pm Ian Hislop's Olden Days - The Power of the Past in Britain 11:00pm Lost Sitcoms 11:30pm OJ: Made in America 1:05am OJ: Made in America 2:40am The Art Mysteries with Waldemar Januszczak 3:10am Digging For Britain: The Greatest Discoveries 3:40am Ian Hislop's Olden Days - The Power of the Past in Britain

8:20am King of Queens 8:45am King of Queens 9:10am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:40am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:10am Frasier 10:40am Frasier 11:10am Undercover Boss USA 12:05pm Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 1:00pm Channel 4 News 1:05pm Come Dine with Me 2:05pm Posh Pawnbrokers 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm A Place in the Sun 5:00pm Escape to the Chateau: DIY 6:00pm Four in a Bed 6:30pm Come Dine with Me 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 9:00pm The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer 10:15pm Five Guys a Week 11:15pm The Windsors 11:45pm 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown 12:45am First Dates

Teleshopping The Ellen DeGeneres Show Emmerdale Coronation Street Coronation Street Superstore Superstore Dinner Date Dress to Impress Emmerdale Coronation Street Coronation Street The Ellen DeGeneres Show Dinner Date Dress to Impress Take Me Out You've Been Framed!

You've Been Framed!

You've Been Framed!

You've Been Framed!

Two and a Half Men Two and a Half Men Family Guy Family Guy Plebs Plebs Family Guy Family Guy American Dad! American Dad!

4:30am Teleshopping 7:00am Classic Coronation Street 7:25am Classic Coronation Street 7:55am Classic Emmerdale 8:25am Classic Emmerdale 8:55am Heartbeat 9:55am Man About the House 10:25am Man About the House 11:00am That's My Boy 11:30am A Touch of Frost 1:40pm Heartbeat 2:45pm Classic Emmerdale 3:15pm Classic Emmerdale 3:50pm Classic Coronation Street 4:20pm Classic Coronation Street 4:55pm Midsomer Murders 6:55pm Heartbeat 7:55pm Agatha Christie's Poirot 9:00pm Larry Grayson: Shut That Door!

11:00pm Scott & Bailey 12:00am A Touch of Frost 2:10am A Touch of Frost 3:55am That's My Boy 4:20am ITV3 Nightscreen

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Quincy, M.E. Kojak The Saint Minder The Professionals The Sweeney Quincy, M.E. Kojak The Saint Minder The Professionals The Sweeney The Chase Giant Lobster Hunters Ransom FYI Daily Ransom Enter the Dragon FYI Daily Enter the Dragon Lethal Weapon Only When I Laugh ITV4 Nightscreen Text-based information service.

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Top Wing Paw Patrol Floogals Becca's Bunch Little Princess Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom Sunny Bunnies Jeremy Vine Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords 5 News Lunchtime Britain's Parking Hell Access Home and Away Neighbours Famous and Fatal Friends Friends 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Wild Britain The Yorkshire Vet April Jones: The Interrogation Tapes James Bulger: The New Revelations The Real Narcos UK: Blood & Fear Police Interceptors

8:00am How I Met Your Mother 8:30am How I Met Your Mother 9:00am Baby Daddy 9:30am Baby Daddy 10:00am Mike & Molly 10:30am Mike & Molly 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 Baby Daddy 3:30pm Baby Daddy 4:00pm Mike & Molly 4:30pm Mike & Molly 5:00pm The Goldbergs 5:30pm The Goldbergs 6:00pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 6:30pm Brooklyn Nine-Nine 7:00pm The Big Bang Theory 7:30pm The Big Bang Theory 8:00pm Hollyoaks 8:30pm Man with a Plan 9:00pm Ride Along 2 11:00pm Naked Attraction 12:00am The Big Bang Theory

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6:00am Sky Cinema Preview 7:00am Avengers: Endgame 10:20am Die Hard with a Vengeance 12:40pm Glass 2:55pm Escape Plan 3 4:40pm Avengers: Endgame 7:50pm Die Hard with a Vengeance 10:00pm Glass 12:10am Escape Plan 3 2:00am Riot Girls 3:30am Final Score

6:00am Hotel Mumbai: Special Sky Cinema takes a special look at the true-life thriller, starring Dev Patel, Armie Hammer and Jason Isaacs.

6:30am Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile: Special 7:00am Havana Darkness 8:40am Hammer 10:10am Spider in the Web 12:10pm The Secret Life of Pets 2 1:40pm Sell By 3:25pm Inside Man: Most Wanted 5:25pm 10 Minutes Gone 7:10pm The Intruder 9:00pm The Secret Life of Pets 2 10:45pm Inside Man: Most Wanted 12:45am Havana Darkness 2:30am The Last Rampage 4:15am Strange But True?

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A FOND FAREWELL DEAR Barry Duke, Thank you for writing the article ‘Heart breaking, the final farewell.’

I am in a similar situation with a rescue dog, as I do not know his true age. I have had him for six years and was told when I took him that he was ‘about five.’ He is about 80 per cent Labrador and suffers with his hips. He is on medication but finding it increasingly difficult to move far. I know I will have to decide soon when to have his life ended and reading your story has been a great help.

We owe it to our canine companies to reward their faithfulness and constant friendship by giving them the dignity they deserve.

I am a recent widow and also I feel too old to have another dog so this one is very special; although I have had many.

I always read EWN and enjoy your input, keep up the good work.

Yours sincerely, Anne Payne

Hello All, I just wanted to send you our personal thanks for keeping the news desks flowing at this difficult time. We live in the countryside just outside of Valencia and although you do not specifically cover this area, your regular updates on the coronavirus situation are invaluable to us. Hopefully you can keep up the good work and see us expats through these challenging times. Best wishes to you all and your families.

Kind regards, Peter

Different opinion Dear Sir / Madam With regard to Leapy Lee’s latest effort, ‘No one’s laughing now.’

Once again your ‘correspondent’, romping through the fact-free mire of racist tropes he inhabits, raises the spectre of a Britain riven by ethnic and religious divisions, peddling his well-worn ‘reverse racism’ theory and the myth of ‘no-go’ areas.

He even (mis)quotes Shakespeare en route - so I’ll see you and raise

very clear definition on its head.

3). There are NO ‘No-go’ areas anywhere in the UK. This is a lie that is promoted on the extreme right web-sites Leapy obviously chooses as his main sources of information. As to his closing forecast of racial Armageddon, well we’re still laughing Leapy. At you.

As ever, kind regards.

Tony Jones

Traveller’s tale

RESCUE DOG: Deserves dignity.

you, Leapy: ‘As a dog returneth to his vomit, so a fool repeats his folly.’ Proverbs 26:11 FACT CHECK: 1). The UK weighs in at 109th on the global list of ethnic and cultural diversity (see Wikipedia).

2). Accepting racial diversity is not racism. The dictionary definition of racism reads: ‘prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against someone of a different race based on the belief that one’s own race is superior.’ Only your correspondent could manage to turn this

HAVE YOUR SAY

Dear EWN, I have just returned from Thailand. I left home on January 29 and returned on March 3. My partner and I travelled 12,000 miles and passed through Almeria airport to Madrid, we then flew to Heathrow for a flight to Bangkok, we were not tested in any of these airports either going or on our return? So don’t believe a word, the political people tell you nothing is getting sorted, don’t be fooled. We actually expected to be delayed due to being checked but no checks nothing, it would appear politicians are still telling lies to the general public.

Stephen McWilliams

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Your money or your life CORONAVIRUS is a threat to the global economy as well as to public health. The government must surely now extend the Brexit transition period and take a long-term approach to this crisis.

Britain must agree with the EU to extend the Brexit transition period. Businesses and our communities will not cope with any more uncertainty during this outbreak.

British companies who trade with the EU do not know what terms they’ll be trading on in less than a year. Add to this the disruption created by Coronavirus and it is reasonable to expect many businesses will not survive. Without decisive action, the government risks leaving us wholly unprepared Today, a large number of people are self-employed, part-time or on zero-hours contracts. That is why we need to think beyond the impact on employers and extend statutory sick pay to the self-employed and those who do not qualify from day one; otherwise many people will simply not be able to afford to self-isolate. This is a public health disaster waiting to happen. Something has to be done to ensure workers are not under pressure to turn up to work when sick, do not lose their jobs if they self-isolate, and receive the sick pay they are entitled to.

Now we want to hear your views.

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Cruise Ships Banned From Entering Spanish Ports Petri dishes. Great idea, should have happened sooner.

Liz Shaw

Early reports are coming in that holidaymakers are being denied flights to Spain’s Costa Blanca Young never mind travelling to Spain. Torrevieja is full of people from Madrid who should have been stopped coming in. How many will they infect by their could not care less attitude.

Rita Taylor

As Schools across Spain Close, Disney release Frozen 2 early to spread ‘Joy’ to children stuck at home during the lockdown And seeing a lot of families will be suffering financially... it would only be good if they put it out there on free TV... then they would be worthy of a ‘well done.’

Sarah Jane

Whole of Spain on ‘house arrest’ from Monday

COMMENTS FROM FACEBOOK with handful of exceptions affecting expats across the Costa del Sol and the Costa Blanca This was going to happen I suppose, and perhaps this is the only way to put a stop to this very serious situation. Some people are not going to like it, but something has to be done and this is the only way forward. I applaud the government for doing this.

Tim Lester-Smith

CORONAVIRUS SPAIN: THE GOVERNMENT INTRODUCES FINES OF UPTO 30,000 EUROS FOR BREACHING THE CURFEW About bloody time Boris put the UK into lockdown also. These measures will only work if all of Europe do it at the same time. The last thing anyone wants is for the lockdowns to end, tourists to start arriving and the virus to start up again.

Angie Beaton

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Superstore Superstore Dinner Date Dress to Impress Emmerdale You've Been Framed!

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Handmade on the Silk Road 9:00pm The Victorian House of Arts and Crafts 10:00pm Harry Birrell Presents Films of Love & War The life of Harry Birrell, who recorded everything with a wonderfully cinematic eye on thousands of feet of high-quality 16mm film.

11:30pm OJ: Made in America 1:05am OJ: Made in America Documentary about the rise and fall of OJ Simpson, concluding with America's reaction to the verdict, and OJ's attempt to begin the next phase of his life.

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7:55am High Anxiety 9:40am Old Boys 11:20am Boomerang A high-flying advertising executive is also an insatiable womaniser.

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YOUR STARS FOR NEXT 7 DAYS AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19) Being at the forefront of a learning experience is pleasurable this week. An unexpected offer seems small but could have a big effect. A friend in need may go over the top and annoy you. It may be necessary to distance yourself and give help through others. .

PISCES (February 20 - March 20) Even as you prepare to go on a trip or start something new this week, the future beckons.

In small things there are clues to the way forward. A chance encounter brings humour and opens your eyes to a friendship lately neglected.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20) Emotional and monetary wealth go hand in hand at the beginning of this energetic week. Someone is likely to make demands that you find unacceptable and you will need all your tact to avoid unpleasantness, but any resistance by you will, in the longer term, only gain you respect.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) You may feel a bit like Sherlock Holmes when you solve a tricky dilemma. With your intellect soaring, it is little surprise that others come to you with their problems. A natural agony aunt because of your interest in others, this suits you well enough.

LEO (July 24 - August 23) Mutual plans are exciting but make sure that others know your needs exactly. As a Leo, you will never willingly accept second best but how can others know your standards?

Your needs and desires are close to your heart but are sometimes held so close that others cannot see and respond to them.

VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) Putting your thoughts and feelings on a par with someone else will help you to understand their point of view. As painful as it seems, there will need to be some compromise if everyone is to be happy.

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LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) Sometimes, you retreat into your shell and your normally gregarious personality takes a back seat. Although you may not have received the expected response to a question recently, it is no reason to brood. Show yourself in your true colours this week.

SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) The way to bring energy levels up this week is to spend time with energetic people. You may feel a little on the fringes initially but, at the end of the day, your spirit will be lifted.

Fresh air and group activities bring the most satisfaction, although a one-to-one task proves particularly fruitful.

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GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) Someone with a romantic interest in you starts buzzing around. This is all very well if you are willing, but if not keep your distance. As thoughts turn to summer, it is not surprising that a holiday is on your mind. There is, however, a question mark over with whom you want to go.

CANCER (June 22 - July 23) Small matters start to clog up the emotional works. You would rather be somewhere else, but grit your teeth and deal with necessary matters.

Finances certainly must be watched most carefully. Get your glad rags on at the weekend and really let your hair down. Of course, there are more serious matters to be considered but not all the time.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) Look ahead to see how exactly you can make this spring extra special. Making your plans clear to others means a smooth journey as opposed to unnecessary delays.

A particular place brings back memories of a love long past.

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CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) There is an incredibly romantic week ahead if you only enter into the spirit of it. Let your feelings be seen and felt, showing appreciation for loved ones. You do not need the excuse of a birthday or anniversary to give a gift, just a heart full of love. Contentment surfaces several times this week and is down to your own past efforts.

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Women’s wit ‘Peace begins with a smile.’

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Across 1 The girl turned paler (7) 5 A funny pose for a Greek author (5) 8 Cut Sally Lunn's initial on a tree (5) 9 Monster devouring head of old mounted soldier (7) 10 Clothes appear crumpled on lad at first (7) 11 Tipsy, like Robin's men (5) 12 Making enquiries in the capacity of ruler (6) 14 Bear witness to it at the trial (6) 18 Some careless language (5) 20 Where is Suez extract from second edition? (7) 22 Warned about treadle (7) 23 Attempts to score points in rugby (5) 24 Handy composition for a composer (5) 25 Asian attacks reported in angry speeches (7) Down 1 Callas confused by a place where she sang (2,5) 2 Get hold of a government file (5) 3 Get near the trouble in Iranian city (7) 4 Hotplate's no good? That's a mystery (6) 5 Panic from the Bengal Army's ranks (5) 6 Plague cures go wrong (7) 7 Writer going to New York for not much money (5) 13 Dishonesty perpetrated by crooked

raven in Kentucky (7) 15 Swindler having dance with monarch (7) 16 Locks trees around ship (7) 17 Believe in ‘Buy now, pay later’? (6) 18 Keep silent about mother's accident (5)

Code Breaker

19 Make progress in good school (3,2) 21 I sped in confusion when caught sight of (5)

Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 13 represents F and 23 represents Z, so fill in F every time the figure 13 appears and Z every time the figure 23 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 Feeling or showing extreme anger (5) 4 Neck garment (5) 7 Very funny (9) 8 Mislaid (4) 10 Cap with no brim or bill (5) 13 Military trainee (5) 14 Nothing (4) 17 Bias (9) 19 Devoutly religious (5) 20 Australian wild dog (5)

English - Spanish

Down 1 Breathe in (6) 2/3 Listening with interest (3,4) 4 Expressed orally (6) 5 Severe, stern (7) 6 Fraudulent (4) 9 Hair cleansing agent (7) 11 Niche or alcove (6) 12 Lively Spanish dance (6) 15 Edible freshwater fish (4) 16 Reserve of money set aside for some purpose (4) 18 Public house (3)

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

Across Down 1 Mismo (4) 1 Sustrear (8) 2 Humor variable (5) 3 Cajeros (8) 4 To sharpen (6) 9 Broccoli (7) 5 To make (fire, bed, tea, will, remark, 10 To make an appointment with (5) plan, suggestion) (5) 11 Real (5) 12 Antena (6) 6 Entrance (7) 14 Apio (6) 7 Seguro (convencido) (4) 16 Servant (6) 8 Caldera (6) 19 Whip (for training, driving animals) (6) 13 Romero (8) 21 Vago (5) 15 Called (named) (7) 17 Ríos (6) 24 Meadow (5) 18 Cobre (6) 25 Loss (7) 26 Pantalones (8) 20 Planchas (utensilios) (5) 27 Bandeja (4) 22 To lead (5) 23 Lugar (4)

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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 (ACTION) and one letter in four other cells are given as clues.

ACTION (10) BREEZY BYGONE CHALET DECREE ESTEEM FLETCH INSERT LAMBDA LEADEN LINGUA LISTEN METEOR MOIETY MUTTER NEEDLE RAISIN TEEING TENNIS

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION 1 Maiden 2 Elicit 3 Martyr 4 Fidget 5 Carton 6 Adrift 7 Puffin 8 Faulty 9 Tariff 10 Pollen 11 Dainty 12 Fungal 13 Sludge 14 Kittle 15 Spurge 16 Swingy 17 Dearth 18 Append 19 Stupid.

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.

TARGET: • Average: 19 • Good: 26

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TARGET:

• Very good: 38 • Excellent: 49

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

Average: 7 Good: 8 Very good: 12

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Excellent: 15

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QUICK Across: 1 Scream, 4 Spit, 8 Remaining, 9 Only, 10 Debris, 13 Shiner, 15 Oboe, 18 Offspring, 19 Firm, 20 Skinny.

CODE BREAKER

Down: 1 Sailors, 2 Rural, 3 Alms, 5 Prior, 6 Tug, 7 Civet, 11 Specify, 12 Tempt, 14 Infer, 16 Begin, 17/18 Kick off.

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Across:

Across:

1 Scorpion, 4 Arid, 8 Tomes, 10 Latvian, 11 Pattern, 12 Tees, 14 Resume, 16 Charon, 19 Alms, 21 Lecture, 24 Run down, 25 Overt, 26 Nose, 27 Backdoor.

1 Baseball, 4 Game, 8 Araña, 10 Buitres, 11 Cristal, 12 Seat, 14 Enorme, 16 Mouths, 19 Grua, 21 Escáner, 24 Anchoas, 25 Short, 26 Arar, 27 Arrancar.

Down: 1 Set apart, 2 Paste, 3 Online, 5 Rhine, 6 Dent, 7 Stitch, 9 Mates, 13 Ancestor, 15 Mascot, 17 Rouge, 18 Glinka, 20 Lends, 22 Crook, 23 Wren.

Down:

1 Branches, 2 Boast, 3 Labels, 5 Agria, 6 Easy, 7 Riesgo, 9 Amigo, 13 Escritor, 15 Meadow, 17 Tanto, 18 Pensar, 20 Racha, 22 Costa, 23 Nata.

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QUIZ: YOU’RE NICKED 1. Born in Long Beach, California in 1964, Nicolas Kim Coppola is the real name of which award-winning American actor and film-maker?

2. ‘I Won’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me’, ‘The Riddle’ and ‘Wouldn't It Be Good’ were all UK top 10 hit singles for which English singer/songwriter?

3. Former public relations consultant Nick Hewer has presented which Channel 4 game show since January 2012?

4. How many times has golfer Sir Nick Faldo won the (British) Open Championship: one, two or three?

5. Nicholas II (full name Nikolai II Alexandrovich Romanov) was the last emperor of which country, ruling from 1894 to 1917?

6. What is the name of the American-born singer who first rose to fame as the lead singer of the Pussycat

Dolls?

7. Which famous actress began her acting career in Australia with the 1983 films ‘Bush Christmas’ and ‘BMX Bandits’? Her breakthrough came in 1989 with the thriller film ‘Dead Calm’ and the miniseries ‘Bangkok Hilton’.

8. Who took over from Alex Salmond as First Minister of Scotland in 2014?

9. Whose first novel, ‘Fever Pitcher’, published in 1992, tells the story of the author's relationship with football and with Arsenal F C, in particular?

10. In the US, how many nickels are there in one dollar?

Not a lot of people know that… the celebrated animator Nick Park has been nominated for an Academy Award a total of six times and won four.

Answers: 1. NICOLAS CAGE, 2. NIK KERSHAW, 3. COUNTDOWN, 4. THREE - 1987, 1990 and 1992, 5. RUSSIA, 6. NICOLE SCHERZINGER, 7. NICOLE KIDMAN, 8. NICOLA STURGEON, 9. NICK HORNBY, 10. 20

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Glenn Close, actress, March 19, 1947, 73 Bueller’s Day Off and Broadway production American actress best known for her roles as a The Producers. Broderick was born into an psychotic stalker in the film Fatal Attraction and artistic family and was introduced to the stage at the cunning and manipulative Marquise de the age of 17. He began nurturing his interest in acting from his school days.

Merteuil in Dangerous Liaisons.

Fernando Torres, Footballer, March 20, 1984, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Composer, March Mary Berry.

36 22, 1948, 72 One of the most popular footballers of recent times who Masterful English composer and the director of several achieved great heights at an early age. This sports musicals. His productions have witnessed a staggering success as they have run for over a decade at West End and personality dreamt of becoming a footballer and even though his parents belonged to a middle class family, Broadway. The recipient of numerous awards. nurtured this dream and ushered him into this sport.

Kyrie Irving, Basketball player, March 23, 1991, 28 Matthew Broderick, Actor, March 21, 1962, 58 plays for the NBA team Cleveland Cavaliers. As a young boy, Irving was inspired by his father who was a Best known for his performances in the movie Ferris

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.

professional basketball player himself. Having received both help and inspiration from his father, Irving was very active in sports during his high school days.

Mary Berry, food writer and television presenter, March 24, 1935, 85 English author and television host who has written more than 70 acclaimed food books, including Mary Berry’s Kitchen Wisdom. She is also the host of her own BBC Two show, Mary Berry Cooks.

Elton John, singer, March 25, 1947, 73 English singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer. He has worked with lyricist Bernie Taupin since 1967 on more than 30 albums. He has sold more than 300 million records, making him one of the best-selling music artists.

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MIJAS

• 1807 - Slave Trade The British House of Commons passed a law forbidding the capture or transport of slaves.

• 1963 - Fab Four Please Please Me, the Beatles first album was released following the success of the singles of the same name and Love Me Do. • 1965 - Luther King Jr Following the Bloody Sunday March earlier in the month, Dr Martin Luther King Jr led 3,000 civil rights demonstrators in a march in Alabama from Selma to Montgomery under the protection of army units deployed by President Johnson.

• 1966 - World Cup The England World Cup was stolen while on display at Westminster Hall in London. It was found one week later in a in South London garden wrapped in a newspaper.

• 1973 - Dark Side British rock band Pink Floyd release the album Dark Side of the Moon which became the sixth bestselling album of all time with sales exceeding 40 million copies worldwide.

• 1982 - Falkland Islands Fifty Argentines land at Leith Harbour in South Georgia, a British colony of the Falkland Islands in the south Atlantic and planted their nation’s flag.

Argentina invaded the Falkland Islands on April 2.

• 1987 - IRA Bombing A British Army base in Rheindahlen, West Germany is targeted by a large car bomb injuring 30 as part of the ongoing war of terrorism by the IRA.

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MIDWAY centres on the Battle of Midway, a clash between the American fleet and Imperial Japanese Navy, which marked a turning point in the Pacific Theatre during the Second World War. The film, based on the real-life events of this heroic feat, tells the story of the leaders and soldiers who used their instincts, fortitude and bravery to overcome the odds.

It’s a real-life story of brotherhood and camaraderie, and the determination and sacrifice of real-life military heroes, to secure an American victory.

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THE work life balance is something that many of my readers contact me about. Some of my readers are working hard to financially support their family and have no time for anything else and others are struggling to work due to their family commitments and hold onto the guilt that they are unable to provide.

How do you manage a worklife balance? How do you learn the difference between making a life and making a living?

When thinking of making a living, we get bulked down by society’s interpretation of finding a job, working as many hours as possible and everything will just follow along. It’s like being on a treadmill that never stops!

We sacrifice time with our loved ones, end up working ourselves into the ground and don’t even give a second thought about me time!

So, what is making a life, I hear you say? Well, making a life is all about being in the present moment. It means you have to dis-

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DIONE LOCKYER cover the best version of yourself, discovering your true passions and learning to polish them. It also means you need to have the ability to say NO to things, people or situations that do not serve you.

It’s about setting boundaries.

You have to discover your patience, compassion, your integrity. Learn how to use your own mind and connect it to your heart. Only you can decide the life that you want to live, only you can decide the steps that you are willing to take and sometimes that includes taking the unpopular roads.

Of course work is essential! We all have bills to pay and no physical items come for free. We all need a roof over our head, clothes to wear and food on the table, but we need to learn when

ARE YOU MAKING A LIFE OR MAKING A LIVING?

to clock off and spend time for ourselves and our family. Work is not our enemy!

It only becomes our enemy when we allow it to take over our whole lives. As the saying goes ‘Energy flows where our attention goes.’ The question is, where are you allowing your attention to go?

In today’s society, it appears success is measured on status, wealth and fame. We become so trapped and focused on how we believe that working hard and making money means we will be successful but is that really the case? The answer is no!

How many of you think success should be measured by happiness, health, being at peace with yourself and surrounded by love and passion? Don’t get me wrong, if your work is something that you truly enjoy and have a passion for then you are in a win,

win situation but if you’re not, then it will always feel like it’s a chore.

Do not give up on yourself, please do not think that making a living is all that we are set out to do. There are things that you can do that will enable you to make a living whilst also making a life! You have the power of choice and you can start to live rather than exist!

Firstly you have to understand that starting the change is going to be hard work. It is so easy to fall back into old habits as that is what you have trained your mind to believe. Once you accept that you need to be consistent and committed to the change, you will be on the right road.

Here are a few steps to help you with your work/life balance: 1. Schedule one thing that you look forward to each day- This

could be anything from 15 minutes meditation, listening to your favourite song, creating a new plan. Whatever works for you!

2. Ask for support - Asking for support doesn’t mean you are weak; in fact it takes great strength. Delegation is the key to success.

3. Concentrate on one thing at a time - whilst it’s great to multitask, it’s also very exhausting.

When you are working, work!

When you have family time, focus purely on family time.

4. Set your priorities - Look at what you want your priorities to be, not what you think they should be. As yourself, If I could focus on one thing today, what would it be? Set that answer as your top priority then work on your second, third and so forth.

If you would like more information on how to create a healthy work life balance, please email me at coachingwithdione@gmail.com

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THE uncertainty of recent world events has really sparked my anxiety more than usual as I am sure it has for everyone. I have driven myself to the edge, by overthinking, the entire world is talking about coronavirus.

Facebook blazes with shared articles, the WhatsApp groups ping-ing off constantly, the talk amongst the parents at school last week, you find yourself working yourself up and the feeling of being overwhelmed starts to creep up on you.

If you already have mental health problems it’s highly likely that the worries of coronavirus may be affecting how you are coping.

I have spent the last two weeks obsessing over watching news, reading all kind of articles, listening to rumours. I have been told over and over again ‘Don’t worry, it’s just a cold,’ ‘You’re panicking for no reason,’ ‘Calm down.’

The sudden uncontrollable fear and anxiety caused me to obsess that I had been infected with the virus, all of a sudden at 11pm at night, I felt my throat swelling up, my chest closing in and I had a killer headache… I could feel my heart racing faster and faster.

I got in the shower and scrubbed

my skin raw, convinced I was infected, I next remember the water going cold.

Spending the following two days, hardly being able to walk, sit down, wear deodorant or simply cuddle my daughter without being in pain.

This was not me wanting to purposely hurt myself, but I couldn’t seem to control my anxiety, the emotional fever spiralled into panic.

Overwhelmed by the uncertainty and the future, the rational parts of my mind went offline.

The only advice I can offer to anyone feeling like this at the moment is: * Maintain your routine as much as possible. * Self-isolate but keep in contact with loved ones. Don’t feel alone! * Read and listen to the news from reliable sources. * Play a game, do a puzzle, read a book, watch a film.

All of those things are practically useful but most importantly voice your fears and thoughts, don’t let anyone tell you that you are panicking for no reason, if you are feeling it, it’s real to you.

If you continue to feel anxious or distressed, do talk to your doctor.

Please email me and share how you are feeling and coping with this.

You can also follow the articles on my Facebook personal blog page @Mswillowbipolar (Ms Bipolar).

Stay safe and keep talking, we do CARE and we will LISTEN to you.

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On top form FOOTBALL legend Paul Gascoigne, delighted fans as he posed for selfies in Benalmadena and was looking in fantastic shape as he remains in recovery for his well-publicised alcohol and drug issues.

Gazza as he’s known to his adoring fans, was his normal ‘daft as a brush’ character and full of spirit as he rested in the gorgeous weather currently on the Costa del Sol choosing only to sip on soft drinks for refreshment.

The Euro Weekly News caught up with the iconic ex-footballer as he strolled past the Las Arenas hotel.

When asked if he was enjoying himself Gazza pointed out “I’m doing really well thank you, as everyone is aware I’ve been down a

SOFT DRINKS ONLY: Exfootballer determined to beat his demons.

rocky road to the worst depths anyone could go, but I am determined to beat my demons!” he said.

“I’ve had a good wander around the town most days trying to lift the spirits of traders who are suffering a little at present with this coronavirus thing, it doesn’t bother me I don’t think after all I’ve been through I can get it,” he laughed.

“I’m more concerned about mosquito bites, damn things think I’m an all-day buffet,” he went on.

“Gazza is on top form and it was a pure delight to see him so well,” said local David Carter “He’s been in Coco’s bar a lot watching games and is a pure gentleman with everyone, he’s an infectious guy and certainly knows his football.”

Mini Rosalía SPANISH pop sensation Rosalía is followed and admired by millions of women around the world and has fans of all ages, but none more than little Carla, who is an exact copy of the singer, but in a mini version.

The five-year-old, from Malaga, has caused a stir on social media with her matching outfits, and even her nails, just like those of her idol’s. With some help from her mother, Carla has managed to gain thousands of followers, including, her idol, Rosalía herself.

On her profile, where she has more than 2,000 followers, there are all kinds of videos and photos imitating the outfits of the ‘Con Altura’ singer. With her mum’s help, Carla managed to replicate one of Rosalía’s most memorable looks, the one she wore during her performance at Coachella last year alongside J Balvin.

In the photo, Carla wears two high pigtails à la Rosalía, in addition to large crystal-studded hoops with gaudy rings and acrylic nails with all kinds of rhinestones, which have become a distinctive stamp of the ‘Yo x Ti, Tú x Mi’ singer.

CUTIE CARLA: The five-year-old has become a big hit on social media.

Excited to have found her mini-me, the Spanish singer has also replicated Carla’s stories and wrote: ‘Little Rosalía,’ and accompanied her comment with heart-shaped eyes emojis.

Oddly enough, that particular outfit worn by Rosalía is one of the most difficult to imitate since it is not for sale either in-store or online, it was designed from a pink beach towel featuring the yellow Louis Vuitton monogram.

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Clams with Serrano Ham THIS week’s dish could hardly be called a recipe. It’s really just chucking a few ingredients in a pan. The only skill involved is keeping an eye on the clams and serving as soon as they’re open.

Leave too long and they will become tough.

Although this tapas bar staple is very easy it looks impressive and will have your guests thinking you’re a master in the kitchen! Clams (almejas) are readily available on the fish counters of the local supermarkets. I paid €3.85 for a bag with enough to serve four decent sized tapas. So, not only tasty, but thrifty!

In a pan that has a lid gently soften four finely chopped shallots. This is the longest part of the recipe. Soften slowly over a low heat for about 10 minutes.

While doing this rinse the clams in a colander under cold running water… discard any that are open and refuse to shut when you tap them.

Pat dry with a tea towel.

Once the shallots are softened turn

CLAMS: Top with parsley and serve with crusty bread. the heat up, put in some torn up serrano ham.

After a minute add two crushed garlic cloves, after another 30 seconds put in the clams and a glass of dry sherry (a bottle of Fino sherry in the kitchen is very useful). Put the lid on. The clams will start to open after a couple of minutes.

Check after three minutes to see if they’re all open. Scatter with finely chopped parsley. Enjoy with crusty bread!

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This week Celebrity Chef & Fellow Master Chef Steven Saunders, proprietor of The Little Geranium in La Cala shares some healthy tips and a stunning citrus recipe to strengthen our immune systems!

Should we have eaten dirt!?

Steven Saunders FMCGB The Little Geranium La Cala de Mijas www.thelittlegeranium.com

PROBABLY a bit too late now, but my mother used to say eat a spoonful of dirt a day to help keep the bugs away, she had a point!

When I was little I thought she was trying to be funny, but in reality we have all lead an over-sanitised lifestyle over the last few decades.

It has resulted in our immune systems not being as effective or as strong as they should be and it’s at times like this that we need our immune system,

to help fight off diseases like Covid-19, coronavirus.

Of course right now we all need to be as hygienically aware as possible because of the outbreak, but had we had stronger immune systems, this virus would not have been such a threat to us.

We need to get back to a more natural life for ourselves once this horrible virus has disappeared.

A doctor’s study of far m raised children found that they had significantly lower rates of allergies and illnesses compared to those not raised on a farm. They both led very natural healthy lives but the only difference was the exposure to the soil of the farm.

It is always important to eat fresh healthy, seasonal food but never has there been a more important time than now. Eating more Vitamin C and getting more Vitamin D

will strengthen your immune system and fend off viruses.

You get vitamin C from citrus fruits, lemons, oranges, grapefruits, berries, red and green peppers, tomatoes, and even broccoli and brussels sprouts.

Vitamin D from our coast’s sunshine is essential as it lowers the risk of respiratory illness.

You get Zinc by eating fish and shellfish, also from our coastline, which helps strengthen our immune system and apparently getting lots of quality sleep is essential for a strong immune system.

Claims are being made that the hot weather that we have here means that the virus cannot survive. We do not know that for sure but we do know that viruses do not like humid weather and so if you are over here on the Spanish coast in the sunshine, surrounded by fresh fish and citrus fruits, you couldn’t be in a

Steven and Michele - stay healthy. better place!

Eat as much fruit and veg as you can especially green leafy vegetables and citrus fruits.

Eat probiotic yoghurts, which help your immune system by adding good bacteria into your tummy, oh and drink less alcohol as it is proven to impair the body’s immune system!

Wash your hands as often as

possible but thoroughly. Soap and water works best as the water will wash away droplets of any virus.

This week’s recipe is a simple one, we have it on our menu at The Little Geranium under our Vegan category.

It is healthy, delicious and you don’t have to be a vegan to enjoy it!

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

Roasted pineapple, berries & coconut yoghurt Ingredients (for four) 1 ripe pineapple 4 tablespoons of light brown sugar 250g of fresh raspberries 1 small punnet of fresh blueberries 1 small punnet of fresh blackberries A few fresh coconut shavings (optional) 1 small tub of natural coconut yoghurt (Alpro vegetable Yoghurt with coconut) Method for raspberry coulis Approx 200g of fresh raspberries 1 heaped tablespoon of icing sugar Put the raspberries in a small pan with the icing sugar and heat for a few minutes until the raspberries fall to pieces and release their juices.

Transfer to a bowl and blend briefly with a hand blender until the raspberries are puréed.

Pass through a fine sieve to remove the seeds and reserve in the fridge

Method for pineapple Peel the pineapple and cut four nice slices about 1cm thick.

Remove the core of each slice.

Heat a non-stick frying pan on a medium heat.

Place in the pineapple slices and sprinkle over the brown sugar.

Allow the pineapple to caramelize with the sugar but be careful not to burn it.

Turn the pineapple slices over and repeat the process.

Caramelize and when golden brown both sides remove from heat onto a nice plate or dish.

Toss the remaining berries into the raspberry coulis to glaze them.

Pile high on top of the pineapple slices and spoon the coconut yoghurt on top.

SIMPLE: But healthy and delicious.

Follow Steven on Instagram ….saunderschef The Little Geranium, Winner of Best Contemporary International Restaurant Spain 2020 (Innovation and Excellence Award) www.thelittlegeranium.com steven@thelittlegeranium.com

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Gonçal Sobré was a true eccentric, and he and I became great friends when I visited a hotel he owned in Sitges, the gorgeous Hotel Romàntic, built in 1897.

I’d always had a taste for wacky art and the moment I saw Gonçal’s painting I knew I had to have it. Since then, each time I glance at it memories come flooding back of the best and most surreal holiday I’ve ever had.

The first is the recollection of being woken up early one morning

by Gonçal. He was standing outside my door in a state of high ex-

PECULIAR PAINTING: But the memories are priceless. citement. ‘Get dressed, grab your camera and come with me now,’ he trumpeted.

Hungover, and still half asleep I got into his beat-up old jalopy and demanded to know where he was taking me.

He replied ‘You’ll see when we get there.’ Half an hour later I found myself in a small village, the central square of which was dominated by a statue of General Franco. Attached to it were chains, and within minutes of us

arriving, a tractor brought the statue crashing to the ground and an enormous cheer echoed round village.

It happened immediately after the news spread throughout the world that the vicious dictator had died of a heart attack, and similar statues were destroyed in the wake of his death.

The second abiding memory I have of that holiday was when a posse of pilgrims on their way back from Lourdes arrived at the hotel at around midnight, each carrying a six-litre bottle of ‘holy’ water.

These were not nice people.

They rudely demanded that the water be taken up to their rooms by the concierge, a man in his late 80s who had to use the stairs to lug the bottles and luggage up to their rooms (the hotel did not have a lift). He wasn’t thanked.

Nor did he receive a single tip.

The next morning Gonçal was at the reception desk when the pilgrims’ leader stormed up to him and insisted that bottled wa-

ter be sent up to each of their rooms. The pious party had discovered that the tap water was salty, and they couldn’t make tea.

A fiery atheist, Gonçal thundered: ‘Use your bloody holy water to make tea, or go to my café and buy some.’ Ten minutes later the pilgrims stormed out of the hotel in a fury.

During the 45 years that I’ve owned the painting, it never once crossed my mind to have it valued. So this week I contacted Balclis, a leading auction house in Barcelona, and sent them a link to a website detailing Gonçal’s history.

To my astonishment I received a reply from Balclis within an hour of my sending them an email with a photo of the painting attached.

The good news was that they knew Sobré’s work. The bad news was that, were I to put it up for auction, I’d be lucky to get €4.00!

Ah well, the memories it conjures up are priceless.

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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 ENGLISH 24/7 LOCKSMITH AND SAFE ENGINEERS, FREE HOME SECURITY SURVEY. 636 770 865 / 952 660 233 WWW.SECURITYOFS PAIN.COM CONTACT DAREN (284174)

MISCELLANEOUS WOODY’S LOS BOLICHES. Greetings Cards, mail to and from the UK. Worldwide courier and Passport renewals. All adverts taken for the Euro Weekly News - display or classified. Open 9.00-2.00PM (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)

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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 9 5 2 6 6 3 1 3 1 or 6 7 0 964 181 for advice & best prices (287764)

MOBILITY 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 (287765)

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)

MOTORING

CAR SERVICES BRITISH MECHANIC Mijas Costa. Experienced & Reliable.

605 407 369 (287423)

FOR SALE 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) CHEVROLET AVEO 1.2, 2011, great small 5 door car, 2 years ITV, great condition, low kilometres, price €3,495 - tel 687 474 407 (288860) SELLING YOUR SPANISH CAR? PHONE Bill Brady for the best cash price. Stay safe and phone Bill on 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbradycars.com (284761)

CLASSIFIEDS 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 / 608 950 221 or billbrady cars.com (284761) MASSIVE SAVINGS 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. MASSIVE REDUCTION NOW ONLY 16,995€ - 952 838 842/608 950 221 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 too many extras to list here, look at this price it’s unbeatable WAS 13,995€ NOW 12,995€ 952 838 842/ 608 950 221 billbrady cars.com. (284761) AUTOMATIC Diesel Renault Capture 2014. One private owner bought and serviced by Renault a very scarce car looks great in cream and black and its only 11’995€ 952 838 842 608 950 221 billbradycars.com.

PRICE SLASHED 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 WAS 10,995€ NOW 9,995€ 952 838 842/ 608 950 221 billbradycars.com AUTOMATIC Diesel seven seater XC-90 AWD. 2011 bought from Volvo Marbella, black leather and electric seats, bluetooth, parking sensors and lots more extras look at this low price of only 11’995€ 952 838 842 608 950 221 billbradycars.com RENAULT Captur TCe 2014 From private owner Sat-Nav. Parking camera, bluetooth, keyless entry, and lots more selling at trade price its only 8’995€ 952 838 842 608 950 221 billbradycars.com.

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CLASSIFIEDS VW Tiguan 2.0 TD 4-Motion Sport 170. 6 speed manual. 2009 One private owner bought and serviced in VW Marbella 68’ 000 Klm. (42’000 Mls) Black leather, Always been garaged and only used as holiday car a very special Jeep for only 9’995€ 952838842 608950221 bill bradycars.com

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)

www.euroweeklynews.com 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.

ALL CARS / Commercials wanted, runners or non-runners. Cash. Buyer collects.

Transfer included. 605 109 796 (287757) PHONE me first, phone me last UK Spanish cars wanted I pay more 660 366 033 (287980)

MUSIC

MECHANICS MOBILE MECHANIC will come to your home or work.

Servicing, repairs, ITVs & diagnostics. Call Mick on 617 553 072 (287296) BRITISH MECHANIC Mijas Costa. Experienced & Reliable.

605 407 369 (287423)

REPAIRS ENGLISH bodyshop, fully equipped, Mijas Costa. No Job Too Small. 952 667 074 (288264) BRITISH MECHANIC Mijas Costa. Experienced & Reliable.

605 407 369 (287423)

WANTED

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 (287087)

CARS, VANS UK OR SPANISH BOUGHT FOR CASH. FREE COLLECTION IN SPAIN/UK. PLEASE CALL 678 808 837 OR 952 669 701 (253107)

ACE CHARITY ‘El Refugio’ in La Cala de Mijas is a registered 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)

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

CARS, VANS, ANY REGISTRATION, INSTANT CASH, FINANCE/EMBARGO UK OR SPANISH 685 524 921 (253107)

CHARITIES

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 (287370) LOW COST NEUTERING 630 197 435 (Eng) / 952 112 978 (283419) WANTED Female 6 month old Yorkshire Terrier. Loving forever home waiting. 952 847 539 (Evenings)

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 any time. 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 (93321) 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.

19 - 25 March 2020 We desperately need items to sell on our market stall to help raise funds and are happy to come and collect.

So if you are having a clearout, please contact us on 605 227 155. If you would like to know more about 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 9 am until 2pm.

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 ANIMEX Foundation offers free will upgrading when leaving something for abandoned animals. Contact ani mexfoundation@gmail.com or call 692 166 434 now for this absolutely free service (288287)

KENNELS CAT & DOG World Kennels and Cattery. 952 112 978 / 630 197 435. www.catand dogworld.com (287370) EURODOG Boarding kennels and cattery , owner managed by animal loving family. Large kennels, ( with under floor heating ) and spacious exercise area. All dogs have regular exercise and play times.

Fully licensed and sanitary approved. Safe ,secure and caring environment . Inspections welcome anytime, 5 mins from fuengirola 679 786 669 952 464 947 www.eurodog.es (242538)

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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 Pet care 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. (287820)

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 (286676)

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PLUMBER 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 / drainspain.com (281379)

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES MALAGA EXPAT CONSULTING - Paperwork Assistance, (NIE, Residencia, Driving Licence Renewal, Car Transfer, Doctor Registrations, Translation, Property Rental Licence and more), Relocation Advice. Outstanding service at competitive rates. Call Irina Saltmarsh 687 733 743 www.malaga expat.com (288262) RESIDENCIA! Driving Licence, Padron etc. Need Help? Call or Whatsapp 604 931 584 (288504)

PROPERTY

PROPERTY FOR SALE 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) FUENGIROLA, 4 bed, 2 bath, 88m2 apartment, terrace, pool, parking 225,000€ - 626 864 683 (287960)

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FUENGIROLA, 3 Bed, 1 bath, top floor apartment, parking, panoramic views, pool, 199,000€ - 626 864 683 (287960)

WE have clients actively looking for villas, townhouses & apartments from Torremolinos to Calahonda. Call Joe 626 864 683 (287960)

MIJAS COSTA El Coto 3 Bed, 2 Bath, apartment, views, terrace, close to amenities. 145,000€. 626 864 683 (287960)

SELLING UP? Why not give us a call and let us give you an honest and realistic valuation of your property. List with us and let us take the stress out of selling your home. No sale no fee!! English agent on the ball with clients waiting. Please call 685 524 921 (253107)

CENTRAL TORREMOLINOS Two Studios, Pool, 24 Hour Security, , 138.000€ +34677 133 773 / +447962 206 309 (288609)

REMOVALS/STORAGE BENALMADENA Paloma Park, 1 Bedroom & Garage.

160,000€. 616 084 223 (288851)

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

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

LONG TERM RENTALS AVAILABLE and also wanted.

Super prices, no commission. Apartments, townhouses, villas, fincas, shops, offices, bars, restaurants.

Coast & inland. Tlf 679 111 522 (287872)

PROPERTY WANTED WWW.INMOANDALUZ.C OM is always looking for realistically priced inland properties to sell to our interested buyers. Tel 952 491 609 / 685 514 835 (282689) www.euroweeklynews.com

MOVE IT MASTERS UKSPAIN-UK. Over 30 years experience. Guaranteed lowest prices. Storage & kennelling available Tel or WhatsApp: 660 030 107

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!)

STARLIGHT PROPERTY. All Areas. Residential & Holiday Lets. 689 819 592 www.starlight-spain.com (287494)

PROPERTY TO LET

Spain UK UK Spain, Part / full loads Storage. Pet transport / travel with your pets spainukukspain@gmail.com 637 980 655 (287490)

moveit-storeit.com Tel David 696 810 618 (284636)

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

HOLIDAY RENTALS MANAGEMENT. Spanish trustworthy Lady with very good presence and friendly manners, English, Italian and French spoken, offers check-in and check-out services in western Costa del Sol, providing cleaning and laundry at the end of customer´ s stay. Available 24/7. Airport transfers optional. 617 352 698 (288530)

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)

NATIONAL / INTERNATIONAL 15 CUBIC metre van returning to the UK 3rd April 2020. Space available each way. Tel. 639 928 090 (282924) PROFESSIONAL LOCAL REMOVALS AT AFFORDABLE RATES. 1/2 DAY FROM € 90. FULL DAY FROM € 175. WE ALSO PROVIDE A FORTNIGHTLY DOOR TO DOOR SERVICE TO UK AND EUROPE (INCL SCOTLAND).

WORLDWIDE SHIPPING TO USA, AUSTRALIA, ETC AND FULL STORAGE FACILITIES. TEL (0034) 952 578 507 OR (0034) 637 892 278 / EMAIL garymoveit@yahoo.co.uk (284109) LOCAL & International Removals Regular Schedules 603 860 702 move@freinter national.com (285319) HIGH TOP VAN going from Spain to UK and return. Reliable Service. Call Graham 620 353 594 for details. EMail vgcasacolor@gmail.com (287810)

REMOVALS to spain, leaving uk on the 10th March , return end of march , space available telephone 611 386 014 / 0044 7403 200 234 Email samshawnremovals @gmail.com (287982)

MAN AND VAN MAN & VAN, 20€ ph. Removals, Rubbish & House Clearances. Paul 622 020 856 (277272) MOVEIT-STOREIT.COM Tel David 696 810 618 (284636)

SITUATIONS VACANT

2 MEN, Van €30 p hour.

House Clearances & Storage. 651 081 610 (288611) MAN & VAN removals & house clearance €20ph 609 321 958 (288673) HANDYMAN & Van– Small removals, clearances. 603 257 612 (288862) MAN & VAN / Low cost Storage available. Removals, House Clearance, Furniture Wanted. Jason 608 365 520 (287360) MAN & large van. Removals, deliveries, clearances, 20 Euros + fuel.

Steve 602 637 242 (288416)

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

CLASSIFIEDS SOLAR SOLAR Hot Water Systems. Quality Guaranteed. All Areas, EnvirocareSpain since 1996.

Call 952 663 141 or 670 409 759 www.enviro carespain.c om info@en virocarespain.com (287013) 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@solarshade tinting.com Tel Ian 958 496 571 / 644 546 176 (258409)

SEWING SERVICES

STORAGE STORAGE Marbella Dry Secure 603 860 702 move@freinternational.com (285319) STORAGE lowest price guaranteed. Packaging materials Self-Storage Marbella 952 811 311 (284729)

SPORT CURTAINS, Blinds, Upholstery, Soft furnishings made to measure, wide range fabrics and foam 672 800 887 judeinspain@hotmail.com

SITUATIONS VACANT

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 (101730) ROLLER shutter repairs, 7 days a week, conversion from manual to motorised, new installations. All areas covered. Coast and inland.

655 825 931 (284536)

REMOVALS & STORAGE

GOLF SHARE Las Brisas €18,000 Offers 617 333 777 (278948)

SWIMMING POOLS

CLASSIFIEDS SWIMMING POOLS 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)

www.euroweeklynews.com POOL MAINTENANCE, repairs, friendly, reliable service. Estepona, Malaga, inland re-grouts, heaters.

678 791 495 / 951 295 699 www.sparklenripple.net (277603) www.perfectpools.es M aintenance, Repairs & Renovations. Also, the very latest technology in pool heaters, covers & rollers. info@perfectpools.es. 650 348 785 (282222)

WESTARPOOLS. Pool construction, renovation, repairs and heating. 619 246 372 / www.westar pools.com (288265)

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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.

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TV & SATELLITE REPAIRS – TVs, Plasmas, LCDs, Digi – Boxes, Video, Hi-Fi and microwaves. Free estimates, can collect. 35 years’ experience. John 952 491 723 or 600 706 201 (288274)

UPHOLSTERY ADVANCED Cleaning Services. Professional carpet and upholstery cleaning, 28 years experience, wet/dry clean. Honest, reliable. 678 808 837 / 952 669 701 acservs@outlook.com (253107)

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TAROT READING African Spiritualist. Voodoo. Black and White Magic. LOVE ISSUES? Bring Back Your Love? Business and Economy Problems? Family Matters? Sales? Sport? Protect From Evil? Feel Like You Cannot Go On? Etc. Mr Syla has a rapid solution within 24h result – Tel. 626 502 803 (287466)

TRANSLATOR OFFICIAL TRANSLATIONS. All languages. 952 789 204. Mobile 654 613 094. sanpedrotransla tions@gmail.com (286767)

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.

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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.

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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 teeser and the horoscopes lol takes me all week to read front to back.

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www.euroweeklynews.com THE Aston Martin V12 Speedster has made its global debut this week. Created by luxury British marque’s bespoke customisation service ‘Q by Aston Martin,’ the Speedster draws inspiration from both the brand’s rich racing history and aeronautical design.

Conceived a little over 12 months ago, it has undergone an intensive development programme, going from drawing board to production reality within that short period.

Demonstrating the skills and meticulous planning of ‘Q by Aston Martin’ and Aston Martin Design, the V12 Speedster is a living show car, underlining the company’s commitment to delivering customers a stunning driver’s car, using the engineering ingenuity and advanced materials evident throughout the entire range.

Powering the Speedster is a scintillating 5.2-litre, Twin-Turbo V12 engine, with a peak output of 700hp1 and 753Nm1 of torque. Front mid-

MOTORING

The purest form mounted, the all-alloy, quadcam 48-valve engine is mated to a ZF eight-speed automatic transmission with a limited-slip differential driving the rear wheels.

The Aston is able to accelerate to 62mph (100km/h) in 3.5 seconds on the way to a limited top speed of 186mph (300km/h)1.

The iconic V12 engine promises scintillating performance, but further underlining the abundant character and unparalleled commitment to a thrilling drive is an even more invigorating aural signature.

To create this, Aston Martin’s engineers have created a bespoke stainless-steel exhaust sys-

tem exiting centrally into the diffuser surface at the rear of the car for an even more rousing, character ful sound from the drivetrain. With the new model, every element of the drive is experiential, most obviously the removal of the windscreen adding to the visceral engagement, heightening the driving experience to new levels.

Matt Becker, Aston Martin Chief Engineer, said: “for raw, driving thrills the V12 Speedster is

INTENSIVE DEVELOPMENT: Unparalleled raw, driving thrills.

unparalleled, the fully open element of the car adding a new dimension to the experience. It engages on every level, delivering a precise, involving driving

Dynamic youth

THANKS to the revised exterior, Skoda’s Rapid compact saloon and Rapid Spaceback hatchback have a more youthful dynamic appearance.

The revised exterior features a redesigned grille, flatter, tapered headlights and new horizontal taillights. In addition to new trims and upholstery fabrics, the interior also benefits from a new infotainment system with vehicle connectivity via Banma, a joint venture between the Alibaba Group and SAIC Volkswagen.

The Rapid saloon comes with a multifunction steering wheel, a rear-view camera and the Banma Intelligent Interconnection System. This includes a TFT LCD monitor with an eightinch screen and a user interface featuring a playing-card design along with voice control.

The Rapid is powered by

a 1.5 MPI petrol engine, which is made entirely of aluminium and delivers 82 kW (111 PS), along with a maximum torque of 145 Nm. Customers have a choice between a manual five-speed gearbox and a six-speed automatic transmission. With an average fuel consumption of 5.6 litres per 100 kilometres and correspondingly low emissions. An electronically controlled, dynamic steering system and intelligent chassis tuning make for powerful performance and controlled handling at all times.

The new Rapid Spaceback is a stylish hatchback model which perfectly combines aesthetics and functionality. It measures 4,312 millimetres in length and 1,475 millimetres in height. Its width and wheelbase are identical to the saloon version, as is the 1.5 MPI engine delivering 82 kW (111 PS), with a choice of a five-speed

manual or six-speed automatic transmission. The luggage compartment has a 372-litre capacity, which can be increased to as much as 1,255 litres by folding down the rear seats.

The ESP stability programme enhances safety on the road, along with tyre pressure monitoring and other safety systems.

When ordering, customers can choose between four different interior designs. The sportiest variant, for example, has an instrument panel featuring a delicate carbon-style look and a decorative trim in an eye-catching red.

The black and grey seat upholstery is enhanced with contrasting red stitching and an embroidered Rapid wordmark. In addition, the air conditioning system provides outstanding comfort, utilising highly effective three-layer filter inserts to provide particularly clean air.

ENHANCING ROAD SAFETY: Plenty of options for buyers.

experience, with agility and poise backed by abundant power from Aston Martin’s twinturbo 5.2-litre V12. Driving doesn’t get any purer than this.”

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The great escape

E W N re c e n t l y t o l d re a d e r s o f a planned visit by Headwell Bowling Club from Dunfermline in Scotland.

Luckily the bowlers were able to have a cracking time and managed to escape just before the coronavirus lockdown kicked in.

The group arrived on March 6 and set up base at Fuengirola Park Hotel with an unoffi-

cial clubhouse at nearby Timmy’s bar, owned by fellow Fifers Kevin and Andrina Barnes. Unfortunately, some of the teams more experienced had not managed the journey, but the team were represented well with double the numbers of last year’s tournament. The friends had four days of bowls starting on Saturday in Lauro’s then to Mijas on Monday and onto Miraflores on

Wednesday, when the team used all of their best players and won.

It was noted for this game that some of the locals had not been able to take part due to coronavirus fears, however, their friends at Mijas managed to supply some extra players to make up the numbers.

Match secretary, Alistair Smith, highlighted how well the visit had gone and that the

large group of over 30 players had all worked well together. Showing the team’s camaraderie they made sure that everybody got a chance to play with members even choosing to split and share sets.

Alistair hopes that with the success in attendance this year and the fact that all the Spanish clubs were so welcoming, they will be back again for their third year in a row.