Euro Weekly News - Costa del Sol 17 - 23 June 2021 Issue 1876

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The people’s paper Issue No. 1876

17 - 23 June 2021

Butane scam THERE is a different twist to the butane scam as it has been reported in San Pedro that some residents are receiving phone calls from individuals claiming to represent Repsol and arranging to make appointments to check the installation, when in fact they are unlicensed rip off merchants. By doing this they check to see whether the person has butane and makes them appear more reputable.

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Estepona hospital ALTHOUGH the new Estepona hospital opened its admissions service on March 8 this year, it was decided that for the sake of safety it would reserve accommodation for those suffering or recently diagnosed with Covid-19 infection. The Junta de Andalucia Health Service has now confirmed that it hopes to open the wards for general admissions in the summer months unless infections grow.

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Clearing rubbish THE Mijas councillor for Parks and Gardens, Laura Moreno, visited the Mijas river path to supervise the clearing works that are being undertaken in the area.

To carry out these tasks, the Parks and Gardens Area has two teams of four operators each, equipped with PPE personal protective equipment and the necessary tools and machinery.

“With these two teams we are going to carry out 650,000 square metres of clearing throughout the municipality, to this we have to add the groups which are carrying out the cleaning of municipal plots and school bus shelters,” Moreno explained.

The work to clear brush, grass or reeds from the edges of public roads and

Undertaking the work. municipal plots are undertaken by the council with the aim of improving user safety, preventing the spread of fires and facilitating drainage in the case of the rains.

Moreno also emphasised that it is very important that the residents and visitors to Mijas become aware of the danger posed by the waste that is thrown into the field given that most fires are caused by human hands.

Accessible Beaches SUMMER is here so get set to enjoy the beach as Fuengirola boosts their commitment to accessibility on the beach.

The accessible plots will have up to three lifeguards present from Monday to Sunday. There are also new facilities for bathing along with a solarium area.

Last year a phone line was introduced to reserve places due to the coronavirus pandemic and this year the phone line has been kept, so anyone wishing to reserve a place can call 673 907 233.

Mayor Ana Mula commented that: “Fuengirola was a pioneer in Andalucia when it came to incorporating adapted spaces by the sea.

Los Boliches-Gaviotas was the first in the region and has been in operation since 2000.

“Today, all our beaches have a fully accessible area. But, in our constant work to improve the quality of our services, we continue to make progress for the enjoyment of all.”

Charity Golf Matches AFTER months of uncertainty caused by the Covid‐19 crisis, three Malaga‐based charities are joining forces.

DEBRA the Butterfly Chil‐ dren’s Charity, the Cudeca Foun‐ dation and the Ronald McDon‐ ald foundation come together to restart their event calendars with two amazing golf tourna‐ ments on the Costa del Sol. These will take place on June 19 and July 4 at the Marbella Club Golf Resort (Benahavis) and the La Cala Golf Resort (Mijas).

To sign up please email pieldemariposa@debra.es or call +34 619 505 180. The entry price is €85 for the first tourna‐ ment and €65 for the second.

The lockdown has been a fi‐

FUNDING: DEBRA has benefited in the past from regular golf tournaments. nancial nightmare for all chari‐ ties which rely on income from fundraisers such as the gold tournaments and sales from charity shops, so these three very worthwhile local causes are

trying to replace some of the lost donations.

Without charities like these three (and many others) the Costa del Sol would be a worse place.

Saudi training Ecologists Malaka THE Saudi Arabian Olympic football team have chosen Estepona as the place where they want to prepare for the Tokyo Olympic Games.

The mayor of Estepona José María García Urbano visited the football team from Saudi Arabia which was training at the Arroyo Enmedio sports facilities until June 11 and the team was due to play a number of friendly matches whilst in Spain.

According to the town hall, Arroyo Enmedio has a regulation 11-a-side football pitch with natural grass, a building with changing rooms and shower area and a gymnasium where the teams can complement their physical training.

Visits of this type not only help to stimulate overseas interest in the town, but also generate income for hotels and local businesses.

THE Ecologists Malaka group is fighting to stop the commercialisation of beaches along the Marbella coastline.

Their latest action has seen the group oppose plans put before the Junta de Andalucia to build a new concrete chiringuito in the moragas area of Cable Beach which it alleges will occupy 300 m2 of public domain.

Ecologists Malaka claim that if this project is authorised developers will appropriate an important part of the ground being used to park and unload supplies to celebrate moragas (where sardines may be cooked).

According to the group, this is a proposal being supported by the Junta because it is opposed to the siting of the moragas and the building of a concrete chiringuito in the area, will take away a traditional area enjoyed by the people of Marbella.

They believe that this is an example of limiting or preventing public use of beaches and they have expressed surprise that the concession petition is signed by the President of the Malaga Playas Entrepreneurs Association asking to give this grant to a company headquartered in Mijas.

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Pusser’s Rum THE Gibraltar Office of Fair Trading has issued a recall notice for Pusser’s Rum mugs with blue rims given away on the Rock with purchases of bottles of the spirit.

The reason for the recall is stated as ‘Migration of Cobalt’ and it’s known that prolonged exposure to that element can cause an asthma‐like allergy which can even in the worst case attack internal organs.

For centuries, the British Royal Navy gave all sailors a daily tot of rum, but on Black Tot Day, July 31, 1970 this practice ceased and all of the remaining ra‐ tions were auctioned off, with the bulk being pur‐ chased by an entrepreneur who shipped it all to Gibraltar, where he sup‐ plied Naval officers with their much‐loved rum.

In 1979, the Admiralty came to an agreement with Pusser’s Rum to al‐ low them the rights to use the original specification for the naval tot in return for a regular donation to the Royal Navy Sailors’ Fund and this recipe of a blend of five West Indian rums is still produced in the British Virgin Islands and sold throughout the world.

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Restaurant Week HAVING seen the success in San Pedro of a dedicated restaurant week, more than 20 restaurants and gastrobars will come together from June 17 to 20, to take part in the first Marbella Restaurant Week event, organised by the city council and local business associations.

New stage A NEW permanent stage has been created by the Torremolinos Council in the Battery Park in order to make it easier to put on smaller concerts for local residents and the first with a capacity of 85 people takes place on Friday June 18 at 9pm.

Street signs THERE is little more frustrating than trying to find a specific address in certain outlying urbanisations and for the emergency services it could be a matter of life or death, so Mijas Council has targeted 34 roads where it will instal street name plates.

Canine DNA ALTHOUGH Benalmadena Council is determined to eliminate the leaving of dog excrement on public streets, it notes that only around 60 per cent (2,900) of the estimated number of dogs in the municipality have their DNA registered and Local Police will be increasing their surveillance activities.

Fuengirola first FUENGIROLA has opened the first interactive children’s game area in the province of Malaga in the Parque de España which is equipped with light and sound. The council will also arrange the modernisation of the children’s areas of the Castaños, Juan Pablo II and Fantasía parks.

Beach patrol FOR the second year running, the Local Police service in Manilva will detail two officers on special buggies to patrol the beaches of the municipality to ensure those using them are acting in accordance with prevailing rules and to assist in the event of any problems.

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JAB FOR JUSTIN

MY name is Justin Boland, son of Maurice and Wendy, I grew up on the Costa Del Sol, in the Marbella area from when I was six years old. I’m now 45 (this week was my birthday - 13/06).

I am a father of two boys, I work as Sales Director for world famous Engel and Völkers, and Covid-19 just tried to kill me!

Generally, I live a healthy lifestyle, I don’t smoke, I don’t really drink, I play sports at least three times a week and pride myself on staying fit. I don’t have any underlying conditions!

On Tuesday May 18 I’d had my typical session of paddle tennis. I have to admit I was feeling a little bit unusual, not very energetic and extremely hungry, which was not typical for me.

By the time I got home my energy level had dropped and I put it down to just being hungry. I had my dinner and went to lie down when I suddenly started shaking.

My fever went right up. I took paracetamol and went to bed.

The next morning I woke up feeling great. No temperature, but by about 4pm I started to feel unwell again and my fever picked up. I decided to get a rapid Covid test, which came back negative.

By May 25, I couldn’t resist any more and went to Hospiten in Estepona and to my shock, I received a call - I had Covid-19.

Because I had already been sick a few days they recommended that I go to the ward and let the doctor inspect me properly. I stayed in the hospital a couple of days, during which I started to feel much worse.

On May 28, the doctor recommended that I go to Santa Elena hospital in Malaga as they had the best treatment for Covid.

On my arrival to Santa Elena,I was immediately put into ICU. I was hooked up to machines and put on oxygen. I was terrified at this point. The doctors had warned me if the oxygen was not sufficient to deal with the virus that was attacking my lungs they might have to induce a coma and put me on a mechanical ventilator!

HOSPITALISED: I will be grateful for the rest of my life to the ICU team.

HEALTHY: I play sports at least three times a week and pride myself on staying fit.

It was then the realisation struck home and I began to worry, will I die whilst in a coma?

On May 30, they decided to put me into a temporary coma in order to save my life.

Being young and as I said before healthy, it took nine days altogether when my body started to respond and decided it was time to come out.

I remember waking up, I had no idea what had happened. I had no idea why I was even under sedation (it took a while to come back to me) it was really odd. But what was really distressing and this is something quite normal, is for the time I was under, I had lost the ability to be able to physically walk, use my hands and my general condition was one of a very frail old man. Now understanding the fact that recovery will take a little while of course I understand

things better.

I wanted to share my story because so many people out there think it would never happen to them. Well that’s just simply wrong and I’m proof of that. I am giving a real warning to people out there.

Get Vaccinated!

Unfortunately I was not in the age category to be vaccinated at that point. But I can promise you one thing if I had been none of this would’ve happened.

Just imagine the person, simply by touching me they actually nearly killed me. You have the obligation as a human to help protect your fellow humans.

I will be grateful for the rest of my life to the ICU team and I

for one am for ever thankful to be given a second chance in life.

The English-speaking nurses work round the clock, they are diligent, humane and altogether amazing. Without their love and care I don’t know how I would’ve got through the most difficult 14 days of my life.

Thank you so much, all of you!

I of course want to also thank the Doctor who made that very difficult decision to save my life and for that I will never forget.

Thank you Dr Elias Ceravola, you’re an amazing man and I will never forget you. You saved my life!

Something really important to note. Even though the hospital has some of the most incredible emergency equipment, some of the more basic day-today things are missing as they are slowly investing in the hospital, for example some new wardrobes.

The reassurance is so helpful but without the simple basics it makes their jobs quite difficult.

Their focus should be solely on your health, so I think by getting the wardrobes, this is a small gesture where we will be helping them!

Any donation will be greatly received, €5, €10, €20 whatever works for you. Even if we can get five wardrobes, that’s better than nothing!

Donations can be made direct to the hospital account ES76-0182-2341-7502-01631591 - Clinica Santa Elena SA. I must thank the outpouring of concern that was sent to me from people all over the world, their prayers and positive thoughts, which I feel sure helped my recovery, a big thank you!!

Finally I’d like to thank my wonderful girlfriend who I love so much, Natalia Mahnova, you have been my rock and all my family members’ rock and without you this whole situation would’ve been twice as difficult.

On the final note please again remember - GET VACCINATED! Do not put yourself or your family through this - your experience may not end as well as mine. Go now for your JAB for Justin!

Just get the Jab • Justin case • Justin care • Justin time Just to keep the world safe and strong. Whatever your JUSTIN REASON – JUSTIN DO IT...

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Music for Dementia

A Touch of Class will be performing.

SOME Dementia care homes have realised the benefits of music and singing after patients re‐ sponded to favourite tunes played in their day rooms.

The response was so beneficial, engendering a feeling of calm and satisfaction in both the sufferer and their fami‐ lies, that UK care homes began collating a cata‐ logue of songs which triggered the greatest recognition!

Sandra Tavendale who runs the La Cala de Mijas Lions Alzheimer’s and De‐ mentia Awareness hoped that showcasing these dif‐ ferent genres of music would, not only produce a fabulous concert to raise awareness of this cruel disease but more importantly, it would be an uplifting celebration of what can still be achieved

by Dementia sufferers.

The opening song at a special all day music con‐ cert on June 20 at Club Miraflores will be ‘Tell Me’ written by 14‐year‐ olds Hannah, Heidi and Matt (Overdrive) which was created in honour of a beloved grandmother with Dementia.

Other artists appearing include Laura Elen, Gem‐ ma Lloyd, Nick Cripps, Costa Soul Singers A Touch of Class and Drang a children’s steel drum band.

Tickets cost €10 (of which €5 will be donated to the charity) and include a drink on arrival and two tapas are available from the Lions charity shop in Calle Torremolinos or 663 529 280.

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The use of masks may be restricted THE Spanish President Pedro Sánchez has expressed his belief that “soon we are go‐ ing to abandon face masks’ when we are outdoors and that “cruising speed” has been hit with the ongoing vaccination programme in Spain. In only a matter of days Spain will see a stagger‐ ing 15 million people having been vaccinated.

In the last week alone a record 3.5 million doses of the vaccine have been given.

Speaking of the Spanish goal of hitting 70 per cent of the population vaccinated by summer, Sánchez highlighted that: “In a few weeks 50 per cent of the population will have at least one dose and the roadmap is clear and is being fulfilled.”

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€5,706 for ACE dogs

IT is now a month since intrepid fundraisers Kasia Slomianna and Paul Shafto completed their 200 kilometre walk from Cordoba to La Cala de Mijas to raise funds for the ACE animal care.

Money has been tight for ACE since the start of the pandemic, when for many months they were unable to raise any funds from special events or dinners and this was made worse by the terrible flooding earlier this year.

The original idea came from Kasia as she was on furlough and really liked the idea of a long trek, initially via part of the Camino de Santiago trail, but due to the pandemic hostels were closed, so she had to plan a different route.

Learning of her intentions, fellow dog lover Paul offered to accompany her and they made the trip in the timescale expected, although

blisters were something of a nuisance for Kasia at least.

When they arrived back outside Biddy Mulligan’s in La Cala on May 15, they had received pledges of just over €3,000 and went on to enjoy a celebration at the neighbouring El Gusto restaurant.

Now having recovered their collective breath and bathed their feet, they met with a representative of ACE on Monday June 14 to present a cheque in the sum of €5,706.25 to help the shelter to continue to look after the dogs that are so much in need of care.

As well as support from the two walkers, Biddy Mulligan’s and El Gusto, mention should be made of Eyeprint and Nero Vodka who arranged for the production of the special cheque that can be used for future presentations.

Simply Surviving Group FACE MASKS: The end could be in sight.

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T H I S charitable platform has grown rapidly to have over 700 members. Each month a number of events are organised to support hospitality venues and entertainers, as well as raising

LET’S START LIVING AGAIN THE Age Concern Open Days have certainly struck a positive note with residents in the region. Fuengirola, Mijas and Benalmadena host four drop-in centres EVERY week and interest has been high.

Meeting up with old friends and making new ones is important especially when your working days are behind you.

Pop in and find out how we can help and what we have to offer - including welfare advice and a full social calendar.

In fact there is something for everyone, so pop in and say ‘Hi’, you’ll be made very welcome.

Monday - Stagecoach Ibensa Square, Arroyo - 11am 1pm Wednesday - Julios Gastrbar, top road Mijas Pueblo, opp Surgery - 12 - 2pm Thursday - Pensionista 1st floor, Los Boliches by the train station - 11am - 1pm Friday - La Cala - Bar Pena del Flamenca next to the Post office - 11am - 1pm

much-needed funds for a different designated registered charity each month. In the past three months €3,200 has been raised for three separate charities.

For June, Simply Surviving Group is supporting CUDEC A , the famous C osta del S ol-based cancer charity which has seen a big drop in much- needed donations during the pandemic.

T he first event was last week’s T he L unch B unch event at R estaurante L a Farola in Fuengirola. Eighty members and friends enjoyed a fabulous afternoon, during which €200 was raised. A further €100 was raised by just six generous people who enjoyed a Mijas historical Walking Tour two days later. Further two hour Walking Tours are planned in June as follows: S aturday 19th at 11am (FULLY BOOKED) Tuesday 22nd at 2pm (five places left) T uesday 29th at 11am (four places left) If you’d like to go along, a minimum donation of just €5

is suggested. Please contact Alan Boardman on 610 522 605.

The main event in June is a barbecue and concert to be held at La Sierra restaurant, C errado de A guila starting at 5pm on Thursday June 24.

The entertainment, provided by singers Oliver Leiva and Dahlia Helsby, is a show specially devised for this event, a compilation of songs

by A ndrew L loyd W ebber with excerpts of dialogue and audience participation.

The cost is just €20 including a welcome drink, barbecue and show.

For further details or to book please contact V al Williams on 951 313 257.

The final event for Cudeca will be a FUN QUIZ at Shaggy’s Bar, Fuengirola port on Thursday July 1 starting at 2pm. Just €2 to enter.

B ookings are essential please on 610 522 605 or 951 313 257.

If you would like to join the group please search Facebook for Simply Surviving Group.

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Sanchez and Johnson meet Electricity Fraud Inspectors

PRIME MINISTER Boris John‐ son met Spanish President Pe‐ dro Sanchez at the NATO Sum‐

mit in Brussels on June 14.

Sanchez was also due to meet with US President Joe Biden,

Correos Awards

THE Spanish Postal Service has managed to win two top awards at the World Post & Parcel Awards 2021, specifically in the category of Corporate Social Responsibility for its initiative ‘Help as much as we can’ and in the Postal e‐commerce for its platform Correos Market.

The World Post & Parcel Awards are considered as the Oscars of the postal world and logistics sector and recognise excellence, leadership and the most outstanding proposals made by postal and logistics com‐ panies during the previous year. The winners met at a virtual gala held on Tuesday, June 8, due to pandemic restrictions.

The initiative ‘Help as much as we can’ encompasses all the initia‐ tives promoted by Correos during the toughest period of the Covid‐19 pandemic.

Demonstrating its vocation of public service, Correos put itself at the service of society, beyond the development of their usual activity, to get everything necessary to citizens, the most vulnerable groups and professionals who were performing essential tasks at the most critical moments.

In the jury’s opinion, “Correos has taken corporate social responsi‐ bility to another level by encouraging community volunteering among its workers.”

The mobilisation of all employees, and especially 3,292 volunteers, from the very beginning of the pandemic, created a solidarity network and during the 10 weeks of confinement, the volunteer staff of Corre‐ os participated in about 500 solidarity initiatives, giving logistical and human support to health workers, the elderly, vulnerable families, schoolchildren and all those groups that needed it.”

but the encounter was reduced to a photo opportunity of the two leaders walking side‐by‐ side.

Sanchez is one of the few Eu‐ ropean leaders who has yet to have a phone call, or a meet‐ ing, with Biden. The Spanish President’s meeting with Boris Johnson was however more substantive.

“The leaders discussed their shared commitment to deep‐ ening the already strong UK‐ Spain bilateral relationship across a huge range of issues including trade, defence and security. They also said they would continue to work to‐ gether to tackle Covid.

“They agreed that the politi‐ cal agreement on Gibraltar, reached on December 31, pro‐ vided a framework for a future agreement with the EU and the Prime Minister thanked Sanchez for his pragmatic ap‐ proach on this issue.

“The leaders also agreed that the UK and Spain both have a role to play in bringing prosperity to the whole re‐ gion.”

IT has been announced that Endesa electricity fraud inspectors will track you down if you try to fiddle your electricity supply.

Juan de Dios Cerrato is a Cordovan man who is about to retire. He started working for the Spanish electricity supply company Endesa at the age of 19, becoming their youngest inspector, and he has devoted his entire 39 years of working life, to detecting electricity fraud.

He says there has always been fraud, which he has been detecting since 1985, originally in the old sheet metal meters, where cheats made a tiny hole from which they made the disk that measured consumption stop, and now in remote-managed digital electricity meters.

During his 39 years, he has seen all kinds of tricks, and Juan always warns that if you are tempted to fiddle your electricity meter to pay less, “Sooner or later you are always detected,” especially now that Endesa uses artificial intelligence to prevent such things from happening.

With the new electricity regulations that came into force on June 1, the idea of lowering the electricity bill with illegal tricks can seduce many, although few actually dare, and the Internet is full of ‘how-to videos’ and detailed in-

ELECTRIC METERS: Don’t fiddle them. structions so that anyone with minimal technical knowledge can defraud their power company.

Endesa reportedly detected nearly 63,000 cases of fraud last year, which amounts to a loss for them in excess of 753 million kilowatthours (kWh), and if the average consumption of a household per month is about 291 kWh, then that figure of lost electricity supply would be equivalent to the consumption of 2.58 million households during one month.

The Penal Code establishes a penalty of three to 12 months for fraudsters.

Horse Races scheduled

THE Sanlúcar de Barrameda Horse Racing is one of the most important sporting and social events of the summer calendar, and this week, the Sanlúcar Town Hall in Cadiz and the Roy‐ al Horse Racing Society have

both agreed to allow the presti‐ gious horse race to take place once again in August, although the final permission will de‐ pend on a report from the Min‐ istry of Health regarding the pandemic situation at the time.

Queen Sofía Cleans Up AS part of SEO BirdLife’s Libera project, ‘QUEEN Mum’ HRH Sofía has rolled up her sleeves and joined in with a clean‐up day in a nature reserve.

The day was part of a nationwide clean‐up initiative which was organised in conjunction with the major recycling firm Ecoembes.

On Saturday volunteers from all over Spain were encouraged to give a few hours of their time as part of the initiative. Volun‐ teers were encouraged to spend a couple of hours clearing up a single one square metre of rubbish, in a natural area.

Queen Sofía is no stranger to these activities and regularly takes part in clean‐up days. Queen Sofia, along with many of the regular volunteers are able to manage more than a single square metre.

Previously she headed to Malaga to join in a mass clean‐up in September. This weekend Queen Sophia helped out at the Soto de las Juntas nature reserve in Madrid.

Queen Sofía is 82 years old and is a patron of SEO BirdLife. Her age does not slow her down though and she joins in with as many volunteer projects as she possibly can.

This famous annual event where horses race on the beaches of Sanlúcar de Bar‐ rameda at the mouth of the Guadalquivir River ‐ the old Betis ‐ are the oldest in the national Turf and have been going since 1845, with the only breaks being during wars, and last year ‐ which would have been the 175th celebration ‐ because of the pandemic.

In a meeting on Friday June 11, in the Consistory, chaired by the mayor, Víctor Mora, in the presence of Javier Porrúa, with the Tourism minister, and Rafael Hidalgo, the president from the Racing Society, along with rep‐ resentatives of the security forces, the decision was made to allow the races to take place, but not the traditional festival that accompanies it.

Racing will take place.

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We asked, you answered: All lives matter THE whole world was gripped on Sunday by the image of Danish football star Christian Erik‐ sen lying on the pitch fighting for life. We asked, if players are dropping on one knee be‐ fore any more matches it proves that ALL LIVES MATTER! Approximately 80 per cent of our readers who commented or reacted to our Facebook post on Sunday agreed with the statement that All Lives Matter.

One reader commented “singling out one race from another is racism in itself. No colour race or creed is above another. All lives matter not just black ones. It is causing the racialism and segregation of humans. So yes, it is a per‐ fect statement.”

Meanwhile, another reader posted a mes‐ sage from the FA to England supporters, in it could be read “as the team has reiterated many times, they will collectively take the knee ahead of their fixtures during the tourna‐ ment. They are doing this as a mechanism of peacefully protesting against discrimination, injustice and inequality. This is personally im‐ portant to the players and the values the team collectively represents. This gesture of unity and fighting against inequality can be traced back as far as the 18th century. It is not new and English football has made it very clear that it does not view this as being aligned to a polit‐ ical organisation or ideology.”

On the other hand, another reader suggest‐

CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN: Fought for his life. ed that rather than taking the knee to show their support for unjust situations, players may be appreciated if they made more donations to charities.

Most comments suggested that football fans would be happy to be able to watch the matches without politics being involved. Most importantly, many readers showed their sup‐ port for Eriksen and wished him a speedy re‐ covery.

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Expats in Queen’s June Birthday Honours List MBE to Michael HARRIS, ‘For services to British Nationals in Spain and the European Union’ The founder and Vice Presi‐ dent of EuroCi‐ tizens, founded in 2016, and a British in Eu‐ rope commit‐ tee member. A long‐time resi‐ dent of Spain, and a former teacher and writer of English‐language textbooks.

HMA Hugh Elliott said: “Mike has made an exceptional contribution in standing up for the rights of UK Nationals in Spain and his work to effectively lobby key political interlocutors in Spain and the EU on their behalf has been hugely impressive. I am al‐ so grateful for the way he has worked alongside the Embassy ‐ providing just the right level of support and challenge! His work to defend their rights has been in‐ valuable to so many of the British commu‐ nity in Spain.”

Michael Harris said: “I am pleasantly surprised to receive this MBE for my work with EuroCitizens and British in Europe, campaigning for the rights of Britons in Spain and the EU affected by Brexit.”

MBE to Anne Patricia Dawn HERNÁNDEZ, ‘For services to British Nationals in Spain’ Based in Andalucia, Anne spearheaded the formation of Brexpats in Spain. As its President, Anne has worked tirelessly to inform UK nationals of their EU exit rights and responsibilities. She has championed key issues, supported UK nationals to ac‐ cess services, lobbied the Spanish local authorities for improvements, and supported the Embassy and Consulates to disseminate accurate information.

HMA Hugh Elliott said: “Anne has given freely and selflessly of her time, actively and practically supporting UK nationals, the Embassy, and the Spanish authorities. As the driving force behind Brexpats in Spain, Anne has brought together a body of trusted experts to provide free and accurate information to members; ensuring UK nationals are aware of their rights and take the necessary ac‐ tions to protect them. Her work has had an indisputably positive effect on the lives of so many UK nationals living in Spain.”

Anne Hernández said: “I have never in my life refused help to anybody and, to think that just by offering that same kindness to my fellow Brits in Spain could result in this prestigious award, it is honestly overwhelming. Steer‐ ing one’s way through the maze of requirements and changes since Brexit hasn’t been easy for many and I am honoured that my help to them has been recognised in this way.”

MBE to Debbie WILLIAMS, ‘For services to British Nationals in the European Union’ A former member of the armed forces, Debbie set up the grass roots organisation Brexpats ‐ Hear Our Voice (BHOV) as a pan‐European group a few days after the EU Referendum in June 2016. Moving from Belgium to Spain shortly afterwards, she con‐ tinued her lobbying, engagement and awareness‐raising efforts, considering the im‐ pact of the UK’s departure from the EU on both UK Nationals in Europe and EU Nation‐ als in the UK. HMA Hugh Elliott said: “Debbie’s voluntary contribution has been outstanding ‐ go‐ ing beyond lobbying to provide a voice to citizens and to raise awareness of the impact the UK’s exit from the EU has had on the daily lives of individuals on both a practical and emotional level. Through Brexpats Hear Our Voice, Debbie has created a platform that ensures the voice of everyone who is affected by the EU referendum is heard, regardless of their nationality.”

Debbie Williams said: “I was surprised and humbled to hear that I merited this honour. I am grateful for the recognition, but none of this would have been possible without the assistance of so many other wonderfully dedi‐ cated campaigners who, for the last five challenging years, have been volunteering on behalf of so many people, especially the vulnerable.”

MBE to Sue WILSON,‘For ser‐ vices to British Nationals in Spain and the European Union’ As Chair of Bremain in Spain, Sue is one of the most visible campaigners for the rights of UK nationals in the EU. When moving to Spain to retire over 10 years ago, she had no experience of advoca‐ cy, campaigning work or speaking in public. However, the result of the 2016 EU referendum affected her deeply and since then she has worked on the issue of UK nationals’ rights in various different ways. Sue has lobbied UK and EU influencers and made great efforts to inform the UK Gov‐ ernment’s work on citizens’ rights, including appearing in front of the Select Committee for Exiting the EU. HMA Hugh Elliott said: “Sue has worked with great de‐ termination to raise the profile of citizens’ rights amongst politicians and key influencers. Her remarkable contribution and collaborative approach has helped the UK Government minimise preventable consular cases by ensuring UK na‐ tionals in the EU are reflected in the negotiations and that they have a clear understanding of their rights and how to access them. Her work has had a positive impact on the lives of thousands of UK nationals.”

Sue Wilson said: “It has been a great pleasure working with Ambassador Hugh Elliott and his Embassy staff in Madrid, helping British citizens navigate the post‐Brexit landscape. It has been a labour of love ‐ a tough one at times ‐ but to have that work recognised and appreciated is a wonderful and unexpected surprise. I’m absolutely de‐ lighted!"

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Operation Summer 2021

SUMMER MONTHS: Police reinforcements will increase security for citizens in tourist areas.

RAFAEL PÉREZ, the Secretary of State for Security of the Ministry of the Interior has activated Opera‐ tion Summer 2021, a plan that will reinforce the numbers of National Police and Guardia Civil in the nine autonomous communities of Spain that re‐ ceive the greatest influx of visitors: Andalucia, As‐ turias, the Canary Islands, Cantabria, Comunidad Valenciana, Galicia, the Balearic Islands, Madrid, and Murcia.

Mr Pérez announced that Operation Summer 2021 will run from July 1 until August 31, 2021, ex‐ cept in the case of the Balearic Islands, where the plan will last until September 30, 2021.

During this period, the National Police will be re‐ inforced with an extra 2,222 officers, while the Guardia Civil reinforcement will be another 1,599 troops.

Aimed at reducing the risks associated with common crime, and to increase citizen security in these areas of high tourist interest, Operation Sum‐

mer 2021 allows increased surveillance and pre‐ ventive control in urban and interurban communi‐ cation routes, stations, ports, airports, hotels, beaches, and campsites, as well as on the occasion of any event that involves a large concentration of people.

One of the priority objectives of Operation Sum‐ mer 2021 is to reinforce prevention against certain criminal offences against property, such as theft in‐ side homes, as well as offering extreme prevention against online scams, one of the crimes that pro‐ duce the most complaints during the holiday months as a result of the increase of the use of the internet to reserve accommodation and travel packages during the summer months.

Operation Summer in Spain aims to provide pro‐ tection and security in general to all activities relat‐ ed to tourism, as well as to all national and foreign citizens who come or move through the national territory to enjoy their summer holiday period.

Duty Free Returns to Tunnel IN what has been termed a Eurotunnel U-turn, the French bureaucracy is defeated as the government has announced that the sale of duty free products is set

to return to the Coquelles terminal of the Eurotunnel.

Authorisation has been given for zones to reopen at the Calais and Dunkirk ports.

The decision is sure to de-

The ‘Best of the Best’ THE Vincci Hotel in Benalmadena, Malaga reopens its doors on Friday June 18 after having been selected among the ‘Best of the Best’ of TripAdvisor’s Travellers’ Choice, the highest recognition granted by these prestigious awards that are decided based on the reviews and opinions of the users themselves.

Nominated on numerous occasions as one of the best ho‐ tels nationwide in the main digital tourism platforms, Vincci Selección Aleysa Boutique & Spa has obtained second posi‐ tion among the 25 best hotels in Spain for 2021.

As reported in a press release, the exclusive accommoda‐ tion on the Costa del Sol welcomes the summer season by celebrating this award in which only 1 per cent of the hotels present on the platform, have a place. TripAdvisor Trav‐ ellers’ Choice is decided based on the millions of reviews and opinions from travellers around the world collected over a one‐year period. The awards take into account both the quality and quantity of opinions from travellers and the spe‐ cific ratings, as explained, underlining that “only the best val‐ ued also become part of the Best of the Best, as is the case with Vincci Aleysa Boutique & Spa Selection.”

light many people and Olivier Dussopt, the Minister of Public Accounts and the Secretary of State for European Affairs Clément Beaune commented in a statement that: “This decision taken within the framework of a constructive dialogue with the European authorities (...) will make it possible to align the rules applicable to the Eurotunnel with those provided for in airports and seaports for journeys to a third country to the European Union.”

There are a few technical hoops to jump through first though and the reopening of the duty free zones is set to be added as an amendment to the Finance Bill. Ministers have confirmed that this bill is being looked at by the National Assembly already.

It has also been commented that it: “will not extend to rail transport, which will remain excluded from the scope of duty-free, in accordance with European rules.”

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€10 Million Emergency Aid SPAIN is about to receive just over €10 million from the Eu‐ ropean Commission in emer‐ gency aid to finance part of the expenses incurred from the crisis in Ceuta ‐ around 10,000 migrants arrived be‐ tween May 17 and 20.

Almost the entire amount, more than €9 million, will be given directly to the au‐ tonomous city, which deals with the assistance of more than 1,000 minors and more than 2,000 adults who live on the streets, according to a re‐

Assisting migrants. port from the local authority.

The rest of the money, ac‐ cording to sources, will be dis‐ tributed between the Secre‐ tary of State for Migration in Ceuta (about €800,000) and Defence (€200,000).

RYANAIR, Italy’s number one airline, has announced the addition of three based aircraft, six new routes and over 65 flights every week from Rome Fiumicino to a host of domestic and international destinations including Madrid, Barcelona and Malaga. This represents a further investment of €246 million, which will deliver increased connectivity to the region, playing a key role in the recovery of jobs and the local economy.

“Ryanair remains committed to delivering connectivity to Rome and expects its Sum-

The order to allow the mi‐ grants to cross into Ceuta, launched by Morocco to pres‐ sure Spain to change its posi‐ tion on the enclave, led to a humanitarian crisis. Ceuta was completely overwhelmed, without resources and with‐ out adequate infrastructure.

The care of minors, who are still housed in warehouses and in emergency annexes, has involved a financial and lo‐ gistical effort that has far ex‐ ceeded the capacities of the city.

Ryanair bring Italians mer 2021 schedule, including 78 routes from both Rome airports in total and over 470 departing flights per week, will help boost air traffic in the city and the region, contributing to the recovery of the tourism industry as vaccination programmes continue and Europe reopens in time for the peak holiday season,” the company said on Tuesday June 8.

To read more stories like this go to www.euroweeklynews.com THE National Police have warned of the danger associat‐ ed with the consumption of ni‐ trogen oxide, better known as laughing gas, after two serious accidents occurred in Marbella, Malaga, between young people who consumed the substance and who have been injured af‐ ter supposedly having jumped into the void, in less than 24 hours.

The National Police have indi‐ cated that the use of nitrous ox‐ ide for these purposes “can

Laughing gas warning cause injuries and alterations in the nervous system, such as delusions, as well as blood and lung cells.” These harmful health effects can be increased if peo‐ ple combine it with alcohol.

Nitrogen oxide is a colourless substance with a slightly sweet odour that occurs both in liquid form and in compressed gas.

Legally it is used in small quanti‐ ties as an anaesthetic for pain‐ less operations by dentists or al‐ so for industrial purposes in baking or aesthetics.

However, in recent years, the consumption of ‘laughing gas’ among young people at parties has become fashionable, as it is relatively cheap ‐ between €3 and €5 a dose.

By inhaling the gas, usually through coloured balloons, the consumer gets feelings of intoxi‐ cation, joy or daze.

Possible no return ACCORDING to reports over 200,000 people on ERTE face the prospect of not being able to return to their previous job.

The ERTE (Expediente de Regulación Temporal de Empleo) agreement was brought about in a bid to fight back against the employment issues created by the coronavirus pandemic. It is believed that almost 500,000 people are still under the ERTE umbrella.

Labour Minister Yolanda Díaz, has spoken about the figures and said that 15 per cent of the near four million workers who joined the scheme during the health crisis are still on ERTE. The government now believes though that not everyone will be able to return to their previous jobs.

This issue comes about due to multiple factors

including that some businesses will not be able to reopen due to the current economy and also that according to the Bank of Spain many companies will not be able to survive as the ongoing health crisis has lasted for such a long time.

According to experts training opportunities have been missed during the ongoing pandemic which would have allowed the workforce most affected by the pandemic to keep up their skills and learn new ones.

The vice-president for economic affairs, Nadia Calviño, has previously expressed interest in the possibility of using the German ERTE model in Spain. This model includes training and retraining for workers. Sadly though not even a pilot project has been set up to test out this model.

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Vaccine Time to ditch Hard Rock Partners Messi 40-49 yrs the masks THE Spanish Ministry of Health issued an update on June 12, saying that according to the latest data, the pandemic is expected to continue to decline thanks to the high rate of vaccinations the country has managed to complete.

A spokesman for the ministry announced that the next age group to focus on will be the 40 to 49-yearolds, he also added that most communities have now relaxed restrictions and there is a gradual return to normality.

The Ministry of Defence has said it will issue the socalled ‘Covid passport’, the certificate that will allow European citizens to move through the EU without further controls to prove they are vaccinated or have passed a PCR or a negative antigen test.

WE asked, you answered: our readers will not be wearing masks once it is no longer mandatory.

Based on our Facebook survey, more than 70 per cent of our read‐ ers will not be wearing masks once it is no longer mandatory, or at least not when they are outside, though most agreed that they will continue to do so in shops, banks, public transport, health centres, public buildings and other crowd‐ ed spaces. Many said that com‐

FACE MASKS: May not be mandatory.

mon sense should be used to de‐ cide when a mask does or doesn’t need to be worn.

The director of the Centre for the Coordination of Health Alerts and Emergencies, Fernando Si‐ mon, said that he believes that be‐ fore July it may not be mandatory to wear masks in Spain.

We asked you if you would con‐ tinue to wear a mask even if this is the case.

Despite the resounding no, those who do plan to continue wearing a mask will do so until they are convinced that there is no chance of catching the virus.

One reader, who said that she would continue to wear hers, fears that with new variants coming into Spain, it’s too soon to even con‐ sider ditching the masks.

Another said that most of the masks that people use are not effective anyway because they won’t pre‐ vent inhalation or exhala‐ tion of a virus which spreads in tiny droplets.

Football legend Messi.

SINCE opening the doors of the first Hard Rock Cafe in London in 1971, Hard Rock Internation‐ al has established itself as one of the most globally recognised companies in the world.

The brand is kicking off its anniversary celebrations by un‐ veiling a new partnership with football legend Lionel Messi, who will serve as brand ambas‐ sador for the next five years, becoming the first athlete to partner with Hard Rock.

“I am honoured to partner with such a renowned brand as

Hard Rock, and even more so at this historic moment ‐ its 50th anniversary,” said Lionel Messi.

“Sports and music are an in‐ tegral part of my life, a perfect combination between my pro‐ fession and my leisure time.

Uniting both is a great success, and I am very happy that they have counted on me for this special outcome. It is an honour to be the first athlete to partner with a brand who has a history of teaming with music leg‐ ends,” he added.

“Over the past five decades, the Hard Rock brand has grown to become one of the world’s most recognisable and beloved brands, with a cafe, hotel or casino located in 68 countries,” said Jim Allen, Chairman of Hard Rock International.

“As we reached our 50th an‐ niversary milestone, we knew that we needed to partner with an icon to help us celebrate in a new and unexpected way, and there was no better choice than the legendary Lionel Mes‐ si,” he added.

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NATO Summit in Spain 2022 Guardia Civil Save Baby

JENS STOLTENBERG, the Nor‐ wegian Secretary‐General of NATO, appeared with President Pedro Sánchez, at a press con‐ ference in Madrid on Monday June 14, where he announced the official confirmation that the next NATO Summit, in 2022, will

be held in Madrid, to coincide with the 40th anniversary of Spain’s accession to the Atlantic Alliance.

Mariano Rajoy, head of the previous Spanish Executive had also nominated Spain to host a summit, but the electoral cycles

prevented it from happening.

Mr Stoltenberg said that in his opinion, this decision reaffirms the Spanish commitment to NA‐ TO and it will be a great oppor‐ tunity to show that “Spain is an ally of extreme value,” while an‐ nouncing that during the 2022 summit, “many important deci‐ sions will be made, such as agreeing on a new NATO Strate‐ gic Concept,” which should cov‐ er the Alliance’s master guides

until 2030.

Sánchez thanked his “friend Jens” for NATO’s decision to hold its next great meeting of heads of state or government in Madrid, saying, “We can con‐ gratulate ourselves on this elec‐ tion. In 1997, (the date on which Spain organised its first and only summit with Aznar as president), the allies showed a spirit of cohesion, we hope it will be repeated next year.”

IN a fantastic save, officers from the Guardia Civil have been able to save a 16-month-old baby from drowning in a removable pool in Sevilla.

The accident took place on June 6 and the Guardia Civil were alerted by the coordination centre to the fact that a youngster had possibly drowned. They rushed to the scene of the incident and located the child’s father who was performing CPR. The Guardia Civil officers took charge of the baby and continued to perform CPR manoeuvres. Luckily the child started to breathe slightly. Medical services also set out to help and as soon as they arrived on the scene they took charge. They quickly rushed the baby to Sevilla Children’s Hospital.

The child’s relatives have expressed their thanks to the Guardia Civil for their excellent work.

Sevilla University on Top

PRESIDENT SÁNCHEZ: Confirmed NATO Summit for Madrid.

THE latest edition of the QS World University Ranking for 2022, puts the University of Sevilla in the top 42 per cent worldwide, improving more than six points on last year’s position, and showing a climb of 30 positions on the previ-

Royal Granada visit THE president of the Junta de Andalucia, Juanma Moreno, has attended together with their Majesties, Don Felipe and Doña Letizia, in the Palace of Carlos V of Granada the inauguration of the exhibition ‘Odaliscas. From Ingres to Picasso’ that the Board of the Alhambra and the Generalife presents.

The exhibition reflects on the

creation of the myth of the odalisque and how its figure became one of the great topics of art history throughout the 19th and 20th centuries and a key theme that runs through the century. It is depicted through greater aesthetic transformations of Western painting, showing the validity and importance of the traditional female nude.

This exhibition, made up of pieces by artists including Délacroix, Chasseriau, Gérôme, Constant, Bernard, and Matisse, can be visited from June 11 to September 10 and includes paintings from different museums and collections, as well as utensils, ornaments and various items of the Alhambra Museum.

ous edition, to stand in the bracket of numbers 551-560 of the best universities in the world.

With respect to academic reputation, University of Sevilla shows it continues to climb positions up to 237, improving 22 positions.

It is also worth noting the rise of 60 positions to 548 in the list for international students in the US. This data, together with the increase in the position of US Scientific Publications cited by researchers, shows a recognition of the University of Sevilla at an international level.

The QS World University Rankings assesses universities using six indicators that assess the impact of research, the quality of teaching, internationalisation, the global academic reputation, and the reputation of the contracting companies of their students.

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Hartlepool Monkey

R E P O R T S that have appeared in the UK press concerning perceived problems with the Hartlepool Monkey have been dismissed.

The story developed when it was announced that the Hartlepool Council was considering adding an explanatory plaque to the monkey statue as it may offend some visitors by having possible racist connections.

In fact, the story goes that during the Napoleonic Wars, a French ship was wrecked off the coast of an old fishing village on the north-east coast of England and the only survivor was a monkey that managed to get to shore.

Those living in Hartlepool had never seen a monkey or a F renchman and as they couldn’t understand what it was saying, they assumed it was a F rench spy and hanged it.

There is no real documentation to prove this, but it

there was a decision taken last year by Elected Members that said no action needs to be nor will be taken in relation to our existing town street names and statues “I’m all for us explaining our history, culture and folklore to people but ultimately not everything has to come down to race.”

One case of warning the press not to monkey about with history especially as the statue collected £2,000 last year!

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Gordon Brown Won’t Give Up GORDON BROWN is still pushing for the UK to join the EU and said that he will not give up, stressing that this is his personal view and accepts that it is unlikely in the short term.

Although the former prime minster was a strong remain sup‐ porter before the referendum in 2016, this is the first time he has explicitly called for the UK to return to the EU. “I want to rejoin the European Union,” Brown said. “I’ll not give up. I didn’t support joining the euro because I didn’t think it would work for Britain, it wasn’t because I objected to a single currency.

“I’m not some mad integrationist that in all situations will say, integrate, integrate, integrate. But I do think our future is still Eu‐ ropean, and I do think that myself. But I recognise that’s not what’s going to happen in the very short term, and I also recog‐ nise that we’ve also got to find a better way of expressing global Britain, to persuade people of the need for international coopera‐ tion. “I’m only saying it as a personal view. I still regret leaving the European Union, and I still see a long‐term future as part of Eu‐ rope. And that’s all I need to say. That’s my contribution to the de‐ bate. I’m not there to decide Labour’s policy at the next election,”

HISTORIC: The monkey statue at Hartlepool Marina. has been a local story since then and even the local football team has adopted H’angus the Monkey as its mascot.

N ow, C ouncillor S hane Moore, leader of the Council has advised, that despite what some Council employees may have said, “no action needs to be nor will be taken.”

H e then turned to his Facebook page and wrote “On a day when we should be celebrating Hartlepool being awarded the full £25 million in Towns Deal money, we are instead talking about how a statue of a monkey needs a sign to prove it isn’t racist.

“In the morning I’ll be reminding Council officers that

Latest Vaccination report

THE Ministry of Health reported on Thursday June 10, after updating its report on vaccination activity in Spain, that 25.1 per cent of the population is already fully vaccinated against Covid‐19. This figure shows that 11,893,951 citizens are already fully immunised.

According to the report, a total of 31,628,321 vac‐ cines have been administered, 624,261 alone since June 9, which represents a new record of doses inject‐

ed in one day. In addition, 43.5 per cent of the popula‐ tion has at least one dose, which represents a total of 20,628,061 people.

According to these latest health data, the number of doses delivered in Spain amounts to 34,715,980, of which 31,628,321 have already been administered, which implies that 91.1 per cent of the total doses re‐ ceived have been administered.

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Medal of honour for the King PRESIDENT of Andalucia, Juan‐ ma Moreno met with the King of Spain, Felipe VI, at the Port of Cadiz on Monday June 14 before the monarch travelled to Sevilla to receive Andalucia’s first Medal of Honour.

King Felipe was granted the Medal of Honour because he “embodies the most solid affec‐ tive bond of Andalucia with all the State institutions,” according to the Junta de Andalucia.

Moreno proposed that the King be the first recipient of the award.

“The holder of the Crown per‐ sonifies the principles and values that sustain and reinforce our collective identity as a Spanish nation and that provide Andalu‐ cia with the best benchmark of

KING FELIPE VI: Travelled to Sevilla to receive his award. harmony, serenity, enthusiasm and determination with which to face the vicissitudes of the pre‐ sent, undertake the recovery and working together for the fu‐ ture,” the Junta said in a press re‐ lease.

“World society in general, and

within it Spanish and Andalucian society, is going through one of the most committed moments in contemporary history; a chal‐ lenge that tests, once again, and with unusual harshness, organi‐ sational skills; levels of resistance as a socioeconomic system; the soundness and suitability of its institutions; and, as a key ele‐ ment, the collaboration between them and the cohesion of citi‐ zens and their representatives around their shared objectives.

“The figure of Felipe VI pro‐ vides Andalucians, in this ex‐ traordinary situation, a clear mir‐ ror of their strengths and a moral reinforcement of the greatest relevance for the development of their capacities,” the state‐ ment added.

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The coolest streets TIME OUT, the global media and hospitality brand, has debuted its first‐ever list naming the World’s Coolest Streets. The top streets listed in‐

Sierra Nevada Cycling Event CYCLISTS and cycling fans should get set for the stunning Sierra Nevada cycling event, the Cycle Tour of the Veleta.

The 2021 edition is so popular that all 300 places have sold out. Places this year have been limited in a bid to ensure that the event is coronavirus safe. The Cycle Tour of the Veleta returns to Granada after its absence due to the pandemic. The event will hold its 27th edition on Sunday, June 27. The 300 cyclists limit was put in place to ensure the safe development of the sporting event.

The Sierra Nevada summer sports calendar opens with the Cicloturista al Veleta and the Sierra Nevada Límite. Other events of the summer calendar include July’s Vertical Kilometre event, and the International Ascent of Pico Veleta, to be held in August.

cludes streets in Madrid, Barcelona and Lisbon, Portugal within the top 20.

The list was formed from the opinions of city residents via the brand's annual Time Out Index: a global survey of more than 27,000 locals who were each asked to nominate their city's coolest street. To rank the list, Time Out's international network of more than 100 local editors and ex‐ perts factored in food, drink, art, culture, nightlife and community vibes over the past year.

1. Smith Street, Melbourne 2. Passeig de Sant Joan, Barcelona 3. South Bank, London 4. San Isidro, Havana 5. Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles 6. Witte de Withstraat, Rotterdam 7. Rua Três Rios, São Paulo 8. Haji Lane, Singapore 9. Rua Rodrigues de Faria, Lisbon 10. Calle Thames, Buenos Aires 11. Křižíkova Ulice, Prague 12. 7th Street, Melville, Johannesburg 13. Cat Street, Tokyo 14. 30th Avenue, New York 15. Levinsky Street, Tel Aviv 16. Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago 17. Gran Vía, Madrid 18. Calle Ocho, Miami 19. King Street, Sydney 20. Rua de Miguel Bombarda, Porto

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EU Parliament Approves Certificate

THE EU parliament has backed a proposal allowing for digital proof of Covid vaccinations or negative tests. The measures are aimed at enabling restric‐ tion‐free travel within the EU as the summer tourism season be‐ gins.

The long‐awaited certificate is aimed at saving Europe’s

travel industry and prime tourist sites from another disas‐ trous holiday season. Key travel European destinations like Spain and Greece have led the drive to have the certificate, which will have both paper and digital forms, rapidly intro‐ duced.

The proposed digital Covid

Another cyber attack THE Ministry of Labour and Social Economy in Madrid was hit by a cyber‐attack last week.

The Ministry tweeted at 11.27am on June 9, “The Ministry of Labour and Social Economy has been affected by a computer at‐ tack. The technical managers of the Ministry and the National Cryptological Centre are working together to determine the origin and restore normality as soon as possible.”

In March 2020, the Ministry was hit by a cyber‐attack which se‐ riously impacted the Spanish State Employment Service (SEPE).

SEPE was forced to suspend its communications systems across hundreds of offices and postpone thousands of appointments.

Its website was also inaccessible for about two weeks and the ransomware attack delayed thousands of ERTE applications, cer‐ tificates and applications for other benefits just as Spain’s strict Covid‐19 lockdown took hold.

certificates would enable more secure travel between EU coun‐ tries by validating whether someone has been fully vacci‐ nated, has recently tested nega‐ tive for the virus or has recov‐ ered from the disease. The EU said it will also provide €100 million for the purchase of Covid‐19 tests.

The new regulations govern‐ ing the vaccine certificates were adopted in two votes at the Eu‐ ropean Parliament in Stras‐ bourg, France. Rules for EU citi‐ zens were passed 546 to 93, with 51 abstentions. Those for people from outside the bloc passed 553 to 91, with 46 ab‐ stentions.

It means that beginning July 1 for 12 months, all EU coun‐ tries must recognise the vaccine certificate. They will be issued free and certify that a person has either been fully vaccinated against the virus, has recently tested negative or has recov‐ ered from the disease.

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Demonstrators against proposed pardons DEMONSTRATIONS took place last weekend in Madrid at the Plaza de Colon against proposed pardons for 12 Cata‐ lan separatists who were con‐ victed after a failed 2017 inde‐

pendence bid.

The protests, organised by the Partido Popular (PP), Ciu‐ dadanos (Cs) and Vox, were at‐ tended by approximately 25,000 people.

Hertz Emerges Bankruptcy AS a result of its restructuring efforts, Hertz will emerge from Chapter 11 with a substantially stronger balance sheet and greater financial flexibility than it had prior to the onset of the Covid‐19 pandemic, which forced Hertz to file for Chapter 11 relief in May 2020.

Hertz’s reorganisation plan will eliminate over €4 billion of debt, including all of Hertz Europe’s corporate debt, and will provide more than €1.8 billion of global liquidity to the reorganised company.

Hertz also will emerge with a new €2.3 billion exit credit facility consisting of at least €1.07 billion of term loans and a revolving loan facility; and approximately €5.74 billion of as‐ set‐backed vehicle financing facility, each on favourable terms.

The Plan provides for the payment in cash in full to all creditors and for existing shareholders to receive more than €820 million of value.

The pardons are widely per‐ ceived as a sop to President Pe‐ dro Sanchez’s coalition partners in La Moncloa.

The mooted pardons are highly unpopular across the po‐ litical spectrum, including with Sanchez’s own party, the PSOE. Twelve Catalan separatist lead‐ ers were convicted for various crimes in relation to the inde‐ pendence bid in 2017. Nine of them received jail terms of be‐ tween nine and 13 years in Oc‐ tober 2019.

Speaking at the protest, the leader of PP, Pablo Casado, called on President Sanchez to “respect national unity, the Constitution that he has promised to defend and to de‐ fend the equality of Spaniards and justice.”

He added Sanchez should “look Spaniards in the face and explain why he wants to steal a part of their nation from them.”

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Lottery Thief Arrested by Guardia A LOTTERY ticket thief has been arrested by the Guardia Civil in Valencia after buying a house with his winnings from the stolen ticket.

In December 2020, the man had snatched a bag which not on‐ ly contained cash, but also con‐ tained a Lottery ticket for the Christmas special draw. A few days after he had stolen the bag the lottery ticket was awarded a second prize.

CAUGHT: The man had a history of theft.

Primark Signs Sustainable Textiles Plan THE popular retailer has become a founding signatory of Textiles 2030, the UK Sustainable Textile Action Plan launched by WRAP. Over the next decade, this initiative aims to accelerate the fashion and textiles industry’s move towards circularity and significantly re‐ duce the environmental impact of clothing and home fabrics through practical interventions along the textiles chain.

“By signing up to Textiles 2030, Primark is not only committing to taking significant action in relation to its own operations, including by encouraging its customers to use and dispose of clothing and textile products in new, more sustainable ways, but also collaborating with

other signatories through cross‐industry discus‐ sions to accelerate progress towards a circular economy for textiles and reverse the growing carbon impact of textile products,” the compa‐ ny said.

Alongside other signatories, Primark will set targets for reducing whole life emissions, mea‐ sure the impact of its product portfolio, and act on priorities, reporting progress to WRAP an‐ nually. This includes reducing the aggregate greenhouse gas footprint of new products by 50 per cent, sufficient to limit global warming to 1.5°C in line with the Paris Agreement on cli‐ mate change and achieving Net Zero by 2050 at the latest.

The Benemérita began investi‐ gating after the victim filed a com‐ plaint on December 19. The wom‐ an had been at a Novelda restaurant and was eating a meal when her handbag was stolen from her. The bag contained €950 in cash along with a lottery ticket, which a few days later won a stag‐ gering €125,000.

While the victim had only ini‐ tially reported the theft of the handbag, she soon decided to ex‐ tend the complaint on December 22, after she realised that her stolen lottery ticket had won a staggering prize.

The investigation focused on a 52‐year‐old man, in the Valencian town of Alzira where the the man was found to have a long history of theft. Officers were able to dis‐ cover that he was living in a house which they believed he had pur‐ chased with his winnings from the stolen lottery ticket.

The man was arrested on May 31. He has now been released with charges after being taken be‐ fore the Court of Instance and In‐ struction number 3 of Alzira and is being investigated for an alleged serious offence of theft.

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Pub is not off limits Challenge in the Arctic

AFTER a judge’s ruling in the UK, a man is now in line for compensation after his former com‐ pany gave him the sack when he was spotted down the pub for a drink while being off sick.

Colin Kane, aged 66, has a serious lung condition which is a result of him being a smoker. He had been a driver for Debmat Surfacing in Newcastle since 2012 and in March 2020 he called in sick.

Later that day though he was spotted by a colleague out and about drinking alcohol and smoking at a social club local to his work‐ place. Colin soon received a call from his bosses but he claimed that ‘he had been in bed all day with his chest.’

This was the beginning of the end and he was soon called into a meeting with his man‐ ager who commented that: “Surely if you had been unfit for work and on antibiotics, you shouldn’t be in the pub.”

Colin admitted that he had nipped to the pub, but believed that he had done nothing wrong as he had not been there for very long. Disciplinary action was started in July 2020, and the driver was sacked for being dishonest and breaching the company’s rules, however, Judge Andrea Pitt found that Colin had been unfairly dismissed as the rules of the company did not explicitly state that workers, when they are off sick, cannot socialise.

She commented on the matter and said: “There is nothing in the disciplinary proce‐

IN an amazing challenge two Malaga women are set to head to the Arctic after beating can‐ cer.

The two women have no pre‐ vious sailing experience but they are ready to embark on a chal‐ lenge which involves sailing a boat over 2,500 nautical miles non‐stop, from Vigo to Green‐

SOCIALISING: Was not inappropriate. dure prohibiting an employee from acting in this way. “[Debmat Surfacing] made a gross assump‐ tion, without evidence, that the claimant should not be at the social club because of the nature of his condition.”

She also found that the company made an error in their investigation as they had incor‐ rectly recorded the day on which Colin had phoned in.

She went on to comment that: “There is no rule [Debmat] can point to, which says that an employee cannot socialise in whatever way they deem appropriate whilst absent from work through illness.”

In order to decide the sum of compensa‐ tion that Colin will receive, another hearing will take place.

Sailing 2,500 miles.

Barcelo Opts For Renewable Energy BARCELO HOTEL GROUP and Endesa have extended their collaboration agreement to supply 100 per cent renewable electricity to all the chain’s hotels in Spain. In 2020, the electricity company supplied energy with a guarantee of renewable origin to the 18 establishments of the Occidental Hotels brand of Barcelo Hotel Group and this year the agreement extends to the electricity consumption contract of the 66 hotels of the hotel chain in Spain.

Approximately 107 GWh of annual consumption at Barcelo Hotel Group facilities in Spain, that is equivalent to the consumption of more than 30,600 homes, will be covered with 100 per cent renewable origin guarantee certificates issued by the National Commission of Markets and Competition.

land. The pair have put their cancers behind them and are set to take on this stunning chal‐ lenge.

First though they will have to pass the final test which takes place in Denia, Alicante. This test will see them having to sail be‐ tween Denia and the Balearic Is‐ lands.

The two amazing women are Ada de Luque who has beaten breast cancer and Silvia Albújar, who had lung cancer with metastasis in other organs, and they are just two of the 13 final‐ ists that have been selected from almost 400 women from around Spain. All the women have beaten cancer and have signed up for the stunning Pelayo Vida Challenge.

Each year the challenge changes and in 2021 they wel‐ come in the ‘Pelayo Vida 66 North Challenge.’ The challenge has been named in reference to the 66th Parallel North, the fa‐ mous Arctic Circle. The stunning challenge is expected to take be‐ tween 15 and 20 days.

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€1 million eye spy

vAN operation named ‘The Telephone Operator’, by Organised Crime and Anti-Drug Team (EDOA) of the Sevilla Guardia Civil, supported by the Coordination Agency against Drug Trafficking (OCON Sur) and the Regional Centre for Analysis and Intelligence against Drug Trafficking (Crain) have arrested 15 people, finding six high-end vehicles and €1 million in cash.

The Espia2 store located on Calle Recaredo is one of the 21 stores that the Guardia Civil carried out searches on during the morning of Wednesday, June 9, in many places and homes in the provinces of Sevilla, Malaga,

Cadiz and Madrid.

In the Andalucian capital there were eight registries, among which one of the businesses on Calle Recaredo and another one in Palmete stood out. There were two more inspections in homes in this neighbourhood and in the Polígono Sur. In the province, there were records in Alcalá de Guadaíra and Carmona.

According to the investigation, the amount of money uncovered is because the main clients of these stores were drug traffickers and high-level criminals, who do not usually pay with a credit card or bank

transfer, but rather cash in hand.

Furthermore, the Guardia Civil considers this chain of spy goods stores as a criminal organisation dedicated to supplying the mafias with items to evade police detection.

Although Guardia Civil sources did not specify what type of items, mainly they are frequency inhibitors, which cancel the action of the beacons and other police means to fight against organised crime.

They are also joined by geolocators to control the position of officers and thermal cameras or with night goggles.

NEWS

Unexpected Virus Replacing Covid AN unexpected virus is replacing Covid in Spain among children, and paediatricians have issued a warning.

According to the latest report issued by the Instituto de Salud Carlos III, children up to four years of age are the ones being hit by the most respiratory infections. In fact, according to the report there are a staggering 179.6 cases per 100,000, and this number is growing.

Emergency rooms, paediatric wards and ICUs are said to be full of children who are suffering from RSV bronchiolitis, something that would only normally be expected in December.

As winter ended paediatricians breathed a sigh of relief as it appeared that with preventive measures the ongoing coronavirus pandemic was slowing down. This also seemed to limit the number of other common infections suffered by children.

MADRID: Paediatricians have issued a warning.

David Andino, an emergency paediatrician at Madrid’s Niño Jesús Hospital took to Twitter to issue a warning and commented that: “Outside the hospital a suffocating summer heat. Inside the hospital the emergency, paediatric ward and ICU full of children with RSV bronchiolitis as if it were December.”

The issue appears to be growing and the coordinator of Paedi-

atric Emergencies of the Hospital Gregorio Marañón and president of the Spanish Society of Paediatric Emergencies, Paula Vázquez López commented that: “They began as isolated cases in March.

“In May a striking incidence was reached and it is increasing, but we do not expect a peak like the last season of bronchiolitis, in which we saw up to 1,200 children.”

Pensioners trips set to Return NOW that the majority of elderly and pensioners in Spain have received their vaccinations, the government has decided the time is right to start the Imserso trips once again, that everybody of this age group has enjoyed so much previously.

With all being well with the pandemic conditions in the country - although no specific dates have yet been announced - September or October are expected to be the months when the trips will take place, for two main reasons: firstly, during these months, hotel prices are lower for pensioners to be able to afford it, and secondly, to enable tourism in the low season, so that the sector can continue functioning.

Anybody who has not taken part in this scheme before, the requirements are very straightforward: all those who are retired pensioners of the public pension system, widows and widowers from the age of 55, those who are pensioners for other concepts, or recipients of unemployment benefits or subsidies, aged 60 or over, may travel. You can also benefit from these plans if you are a holder or beneficiary of the Social Security System, from the age of 65, or if you are a returned emigrant to Spain and a pensioner of the public Social Security System of the country from which you have returned.

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Ryanair Welcomes Court Ruling Bezos to travel on Space Flight

RYANAIR: “Ruling is an important victory for consumers.”

Lightning landing AN F-35B Lightning aircraft landed on board the Royal Navy’s latest aircraft carrier, HMS Prince of Wales, for the first time recently.

Taking place off the south coast of England, the milestone marked a significant step towards the 65,000-tonne vessel reaching full operational capability.

Operating together as part of Sea Acceptance Trials, it is the first time a fixed wing aircraft has landed on board HMS Prince of Wales. The trials test the ship’s capability to receive and launch aircraft whilst maintaining continuous air operations.

The F-35B Lightning is designed to operate alongside RAF Typhoon aircraft and is jointly operated by the Royal Navy and RAF. It forms a central role within the UK’s Carrier Strike capability, already operating from HMS Queen Elizabeth and will be operating for the first time overseas as part of the Carrier Strike Group 21 deployment.

RYANAIR has welcomed the EU General Court’s annulment of the European Commission’s approval of State aid by Germany to Condor. In April 2020, the German government granted a €550 million loan to Condor, which had already benefited from a €380 million rescue loan from Germany in 2019 following the bankruptcy of its parent company, Thomas Cook.

While the Covid-19 crisis has caused damage to all airlines that contribute to the economy and the connectivity of Germany, the German government decided to support only its inefficient ‘national’ airlines, including Condor.

Ryanair referred the European Commission’s approval of this €550 million illegal subsidy to Condor to the EU General Court in 2020.

A Ryanair spokesperson said, “The German government aid to Condor - both in 2019 and 2020 went against the fundamental principles of EU law and has distorted the market to the detriment of consumers.”

The ruling is “an important victory for consumers and competition,” they said.

AMAZON’S billionaire founder Jeff Bezos has said that he and his brother Mark will fly on the first crewed space flight from his rocket company Blue Origin in July.

“Ever since I was five years old, I’ve dreamed of travelling to space. On July 20, I will take that journey with my brother,” Bezos, who is one of the richest people in the world, said in an Instagram post.

Bezos, who is due to step down as Amazon’s chief on July 5, will join the winner of an auction for a seat on the first flight from Blue Origin.

Bezos, fellow billionaires Elon Musk and Richard Branson have been investing billions of dollars on their rocket startups, but Bezos will be the first of the three to actually travel into space on a rocket developed by his own company.

Its New Shepard rocket-andcapsule combo is designed to autonomously fly six passengers more than 62 miles (100 kms) above Earth into suborbital space, high enough to experience a few minutes of weightlessness and see the curvature of the planet before the pressurised capsule re-

Dreams of travel to space. turns to earth under parachutes.

The capsule features six observation windows and are nearly three times as tall as those on a Boeing 747 jetliner and the largest ever used in space.

Bezos’s rocket startup is targeting July 20 for its first suborbital sightseeing trip, a landmark moment in a competition to usher in a new era of private commercial space travel.

A Lasting Legacy A LASTING legacy has been announced for the Duke of Edinburgh, as £3.4 million was allocated to expand The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award in schools More pupils from the most deprived areas of England will be able to start The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award thanks to this funding boost from the government, helping more young people to access volunteering and extra-curricular learning.

In the week that would have marked the late Duke of Edinburgh’s 100th birthday, the Department for Education on June 13 announced it will work with the Award he set up to expand opportunities to up to 291 more schools not currently delivering it, enabling access to young people who may previously have faced barriers to taking part.

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FRANCE

Island life

Impromptu terraces

IF you fancy getting away from it all then the Danish Island of Langø which has around 15 acres of land, plenty of sea views and a small farmhouse with no noisy neighbours has just been put up for sale, with an asking price of Kr10 (€1.34) million.

THE Paris City Council has confirmed that the makeshift café terraces that were created on parking spaces for patrons who were scared of eating and drinking inside may remain in place this summer, but must be closed by 10pm so residents won’t be bothered by noise.

THE NETHERLANDS

NORWAY

Golden coach

Pig sick

IN 1898, the wealthy of Amsterdam paid for the production of a Golden Coach weighing 2.5 tons to take Queen Wilhelmina to her coronation. Since that time, it has been used in numerous state ceremonies, but after renovation is to be exhibited at the Amsterdam Museum.

FINDINGS of terrible conditions and treatment of pigs in Norway revealed by the animal welfare organisation Nettverk for dyrs frihet (Network for Animal Freedom), has prompted meat producer Nortura, to ask for more unannounced inspections of farms raising pork by Norway’s food safety authority Mattilsynet.

BELGIUM

FINLAND

Legoland

Outdoor lockers

RUMOURS that there will be a Belgian Legoland have been confirmed and the 3,000 square metre Legoland Discovery Centre is due to open at the Dockx Bruxsel shopping centre in Brussels - which already boasts a cinema and adventure park - some time in 2022.

THE Finnish Post Office is to launch a series of outdoor parcel lockers developed in cooperation with Finnish technology partners able to produce banks of lockers suited to handle Finland’s demanding weather conditions. These will be introduced when there is insufficient space for indoor lockers.

GERMANY VW scandal BERLIN state prosecutors have brought charges against the former head of the German automobile company Volkswagen alleging that he lied to the German Bundestag in 2017 about when he first became aware of the fact that special software was distorting diesel emission information.

SWEDEN Unusual priorities THE vaccination of detainees in Sweden’s institutions and prisons has started and in some parts of the country they are treated as priority patients whilst their own prison guards who are out and about in society remain unvaccinated which has caused a stir with unions.

FINANCE BUSINESS EXTRA Bailing out IN order to release finance, Spanish construction company OHL is looking to sell its 49 per cent stake in the development of the former British War Office at the end of the Mall in London to its partner 57 Whitehall Investments owned by Indian group Hinduja.

Selfridges sale REPORTS are appearing in UK retail trade magazines that the Weston family, owners of one of Britain’s most iconic department stores Selfridges are considering a £4 (€4.4) billion sale to a mystery buyer with the Oxford Street building being worth around 50 per cent of the deal.

Morrisons revolt IN what is believed to be one of the biggest UK shareholder revolts, 70 per cent voted against proposed bonuses for senior members of Morrisons staff including £1.7 (€1.87) million for CEO David Potts as the company had a larger turnover but smaller profits in 2020.

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G7 introduces tax deal

THERE have been rum‐ blings of discontent from Europe concerning clever accounting by mainly US companies such as Ama‐ zon and Google.

France, Spain and the UK either set or intended to in‐ troduce special tax laws which saw a decision by the US to retaliate with the imposition of huge tariff in‐ creases on certain goods.

Now at a meeting in the UK, G7 Finance Ministers agreed an in‐principle deal

to tax international com‐ panies on profits relating to in country sales.

Currently a company can earn huge amounts of money in one country but pay very little tax there because they could set up their headquarters in an‐ other country and channel profits into there and pay lower rates of tax.

Both Holland and Ire‐ land have benefited from this loophole and under‐ standably the Irish Gov‐

LEGALLY SPEAKING

Trade deals BRITAIN has secured new deals with Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein and it is the most advanced post-Brexit trade deal with the trio yet, the government claims. The deal aims to boost critical British sectors like digital, slash tariffs on highquality British food and farm products and support jobs. The agreement significantly cuts tariffs as high as 277 per cent for exporters to Norway of certain cheeses as well as Scotch Whisky. “Today’s deal will be a major boost for our trade with Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein, growing an economic relationship already worth £21.6 billion,” said International Trade Secretary Liz Truss.

ernment are not in favour, although the European Union is, according to a BBC report.

The basic concept is that any corporation that earns more than 10 per cent profit in any country must pay a flat tax of 20 per cent on profits above that and would not be able to transfer profits to a second country.

Assuming this agree‐ ment is actually signed, to‐ gether with another that

puts a minimum global minimum of 15 per cent corporation tax then it would appear that the likes of Amazon and oth‐ ers will find themselves paying more tax unless they can find additional loopholes.

The general feeling at the G7 appears to be that these companies made bonus profits during the lockdown and now need to pay sensible tax rates to assist in the recovery.

How to handle grief

Don’t Hang out Laundry On our complex we have a few tenants and some owners (fortunately not many) who refuse to abide by the community rule that you are not allowed to erect lines for washing on a building. These owners have been approached and asked politely, but they just become rude and abu‐ sive and ignore the requests. The point is that, if we all did it, our buildings would look like a Chinese laundry! Are we able to fine them for every time it happens or do you have any other suggestions please?

K C (by email)

Bank cuts ONE of Spain’s largest banks, BBVA has agreed terms with the unions to make 2,935 members of staff redundant and close 480 branches (less than it originally wanted) in order to reduce costs to allow it to tackle the post pandemic future.

is the amount that the Spanish Government is budgeting to pay home owners who renovate their homes to save energy.

The com‐ munity is not empowered to YOU AND THE LAW issue fines of any IN SPAIN sort. In fact the only legal recourse it has is the power to prohibit serious offenders from using their flats for several years. This would not apply to a relatively minor annoyance such as you describe. You are already doing the only thing you can do, which is to continue to insist on reminding them politely that they are breaking a community rule and annoying the other members. A more positive response would be to offer them another space where they could hang their laundry.

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.

S P A N I S H retail giant, Inditex, which owns Zara, reports sales growth of 50 per cent in the first quarter of this year, with sales for May 2021 above 2019 levels.

Inditex’s executive chairman, Pablo Isla, said, “Our strategic transformation towards a fully in‐ tegrated, digital and sustainable model continues to bear results, supported by the commitment dis‐

Loss can lead to depression.

WHEN a loved one passes away, people handle their grief in different ways.

Psychiatrist Elisabeth Kübler‐Ross identified five stages in the grieving pro‐ cess.

Denial ‐ helps to min‐ imise the emotional pain. It can be hard to believe that someone is gone and de‐ nial prevents you from be‐ coming overwhelmed by thoughts and memories.

Anger ‐ while trying to adjust to the new reality, anger is an outlet for your emotions when you don’t want to admit you’re

scared.

Bargaining ‐ you may feel so desperate that you would do anything to min‐ imise the pain and make promises to a higher pow‐ er.

Depression ‐ once your mind calms down and you start to face reality, you will feel the loss more clearly and this can lead to depression.

Acceptance ‐ once you accept the new reality, you will still feel the pain and sadness of your loss, but you will no longer try to change it.

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Inditex profits grow played by all the people who work at Inditex.”

Sales in the first quarter of 2012 reached €4.9 billion and online sales in local currencies grew by 67 per cent. Net cash reached €7.2 bil‐ lion by the end of the quarter.

Gross margin expanded to a ro‐

bust 59.9 per cent “thanks to the implementation of the business model and the efficiencies un‐ locked by the digital transforma‐ tion strategy,” the company said in a statement on June 9.

Store and online sales in local currencies between May 1 and

5G delay ALTHOUGH the Spanish re‐ covery plan relies heavily upon the need to increase knowledge and business in the technology sector, it is not being helped this year by the delay in introducing 5G service across the coun‐ try.

Whilst many may consid‐ er this a positive delay, the general consensus appears to be in favour of yet an‐ other upgrade in speed and connectivity for mobile phones.

The problem however is that the four main Spanish telecoms companies, Mo‐ vistar, Orange, Vodafone and MásMóvil can’t agree on what percentage of the 3.5 GHz band they want and the Ministry of Eco‐ nomic Affairs doesn’t ap‐ pear to be helping to re‐ solve the situation.

Harvesting plastic soup CREATED 18 months ago, Gravity Wave is a Spanish company dedicated to the col‐ lection of plastic from the seabed and transforming it in‐ to useful objects.

The brother and sister team have teamed up with Enaleia, a foundation that works with traditional fishermen from the Mediterranean Sea who rather than throwing back plastic caught in their nets, sends it to Gravity Wave for transformation.

They started small and used the reformed plastic to make cases for mobile phones, but are now branching out as their contact with more than 100 fishermen means that they have so far received some 70,000 kilos of plastic.

June 6, 2021 registered year‐on‐ year growth of 102 per cent com‐ pared to the same period in 2020, and by 5 per cent compared to 2019.

First quarter gross profit amounted to €2.96 billion. Net profit reached €421 million in the quarter, compared with a loss of €409 million in the first quarter of 2020.

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LATEST PLANS: Minister Yolanda Díaz made the announcement on June 8.

IN a video speech on Tuesday June 8, Minister of Labour and Social Economy, Yolanda Díaz announced the latest plans to curb youth unem‐ ployment in Spain.

With unemployment amongst those aged under 25 fast approaching 40 per cent, the largest number of unem‐ ployed in that age group in the European Union, the gov‐ ernment has published an 85 page document pledging €4.9 billion to tackle the problem over the next six years.

According to Díaz, this is the largest amount ever com‐ mitted to reduce youth em‐ ployment but it must be re‐ membered, that when the PSOE took over the govern‐ ment, it made a €2 billion commitment to reduce youth unemployment in 2018.

Rather than bring it down, the opposite was the result although in fairness, they couldn’t have forecast the ef‐ fects of the pandemic which

did see far more job losses than could ever have been predicted.

In her speech, the minister observed “Knowing that we are facing an enormous chal‐ lenge, the strategy moves in relation to the recommenda‐ tions of the European Union,” who confirmed that the con‐ cept has been created follow‐ ing discussions with the 17 autonomous communities as well as unions and employers.

Much of what is planned is dependent upon the creation of new technology businesses and the training of staff to work in them, many of whom will almost by definition be young, but this new industry does need to be funded and to date, Spain has still not re‐ ceived any money from the EU Recovery Programme.

Spain also wants to see more young people becoming entrepreneurs, but again to do this it needs good ideas and easy access to cheap

Spain courts Libya SPAIN’S President Pedro Sánchez is becoming something of a travelling salesman as after reopening the Spanish Embassy in Libya he shot off to Argentina.

For years Spain had a strong presence in Libya thanks to Repsol, which has a number of oil concessions in that country but at a joint press conference with interim Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah, investment was in both of their minds and said they had signed several memorandums of understanding to boost economic cooperation in various sectors such as health, infrastructure, agriculture, education, livestock and renewable energy.

funds which is not necessarily an obvious choice for Spanish banks who are themselves consolidating and shedding staff, adding to, rather than reducing unemployment in the country.

BUSINESS EXTRA More jobs AMAZON announced on June 10 that it plans to create another 3,000 jobs in Spain during 2021 as it continues to see its business expand which will see a total of 15,000 members of staff, twice as many as it employed two years ago.

Bitcoin crash JUST a few months ago, the Bank of Spain warned investors that cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin should be considered a bad risk and this has proven to be correct as it has lost 50 per cent of its value over the last week when compared to April highs.

Decathlon LAST year, clothing and sports equipment retailer Decathlon tested a project in Belgium which was so successful that it has been transferred to Spain as the company teams up online with 30 new brands to allow it to now offer 250,000 items.

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Predictions come true

LEAPY LEE SAYS IT OTHERS THINK IT TWO of Leapy’s predictions came to pass this week. When originally columned they were of course met with the predictable accusations of racism from those who exploit the term for anything they don’t agree with!

One forecast, which I made almost a year ago, stated that as soon as the fans were allowed back into the football grounds they would let the players and officials know exactly what they thought of their knee taking, racist provoking homage to a Marxist organisation and criminal thug. Well.

You only have to tune in to see how the truth of that statement has come to pass. In a blatant attempt to instigate the mass suppression of free speech the FA has issued a statement actually directing the fans not to boo the players. They also added that they could issue bans on those who ignore the warning. At their peril I would say!

It’s not totally the fault of the teams of course. Referring to the topic in an interview Gary Neville, the England team manager, righteously spouted

that his players would ‘continue to take the knee against any form of racism in the game.’ This well‐ meaning, but utterly naïve comment from the man in charge, just shows how easily they have all been duped into making what is basically a political statement before the start of every match. These fan demonstrations are not derisory howls from thousands of racists; they are the reaction from a rapidly growing populace realising they are all being taken for mugs!

A second prediction, which also provoked protest from the

disgruntled PC minority, was my more recent common sense observation that the spread of the new Indian Covid variant was probably due to the way thousands of Muslims were allowed to travel backwards and forwards from India and Pakistan to celebrate Ramadan and Eid. You only had to actually refer to a map of the UK to bear out this particular statement.

All the new outbreaks initially began in areas predominantly inhabited by Asian minorities. It’s not

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rocket science! Anyway I was delighted to see that politicians, including Boris Johnson, are now voicing the same concerns and admitting they should have perhaps not have been quite so lax in allowing this situation to materialise. Bit late now.

At the time of writing it appears their erroneous decisions will put the whole nation, with all its accompanying misery and economic woes, back yet another month. Once again minority appeasement and ‘woke’ ideals have resulted in the detriment of the long suffering majority!

In closing, I do find it interesting, but not unexpected, that when something I have forecast in the past comes to fruition there is a deafening silence from the former dissenters! Perhaps the silent majority would let us know their views on these matters. Don’t worry; you won’t be arrested for speaking freely. Not yet anyway!

Keep the faith.

Love Leapy.

Leapylee2002@gmail.com expatradioscotland.com Mon. Wed. Fri. 1pm till 4.

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Which floor are you living on?

ROBERT SHALLIS HAVE you experienced being in an elevator when the doors open to a busy, chaotic, noisy floor full of confusion and stress with people rushing around with what appears to be no real direction?

You feel a sense of relief that you are not getting off on that particular floor and experience calm as the doors close.

The doors open at another floor which is incredibly dull, lifeless and boring and by that same token you feel grateful that this also isn’t your floor.

It’s easy to be on the outside passing judgement in other people’s lives, but not easy to see clearly when we are going through the everyday routine of life whether it’s full of stress and chaos or dull and mundane. We become accustomed to living the way we live and tend to accept things as they are. “Well, that’s just life.’’ As you all too often hear.

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Fear of the unknown and fear of change tends to prevail over our current lives and therefore the outcome we

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The idea of change is exciting and there is a big part of us that desires change but it doesn’t happen. So how do you get off that particular floor of life and join the ranks of those passing by in the elevator going to places you could only have hoped?

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to change, add a few ingredients ‐ belief, faith and trust in your ability. You often hear people say; “well, if they can do it then so can I.” This is because they have experienced another, not unlike themselves, achieve something they too want to achieve. The reality of their experience will give a sense of belief and the urge one to take action as it feels so much more achievable.

Ignore the negativity of others, for they will remain stuck on their own floor of life, the very same you will be closing the doors to as you move on to new heights.

When you are in the process of achieving your worthwhile goal or purpose, you will find a sense of happiness and fulfilment as you progress forward.

The brave decision alone to change floors, will if anything, ignite roaring fires of excitement and hope.

So, which floor are you living on and which floor would you really like to go to? There are only so many tomorrows, if you really want to do something, now is the time!

You have a choice, continue to be driven by your fears or allow yourself to be driven by what you really want in order to expand, grow and up‐level.

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The industry has long denied that it plays any role in chronic disease, but research suggests otherwise. Studies have connected excessive consumption with memory loss, high blood pressure, heart disease, cavities and weight gain. Most people could eat less sugar, less often. However, quitting sugar completely is unlikely to improve your health. Some sugar-free diets encourage people to cut out foods such as fruit and dairy, without evidence to support their exclusion.

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NORA JOHNSON BREAKING VIEWS

OPENING UP TO FREEDOM AT LAST!

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

THE easing of restrictions both in Spain and in the UK is remarkable ‐ and nice ‐ for several reasons. But the most important is: how much the simple pleasures of ev‐ eryday life get lost in the familiarity of dai‐ ly routine.

Only when we are denied them do we re‐ alise what a complicated life we lead. It is this latter element that shocks us most. Of the hundreds of minor, even flippant, activ‐ ities we indulge in, we’re suddenly unable to replace them with anything useful or satisfying. Even working from home fails to make up for missing colleagues, chit‐chat and... just everyday life.

So, when released from these tortuous restrictions, we happily revel in anything that is different. Especially when it involves other people in similar situations. It sud‐ denly seems as if having fun is everywhere and so easy to find. Voices seem louder and more important. Laughter is easier to come by and everyone has stories of how they ‘survived’. Boredom is a long way off, and

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FREEDOM: The simple pleasures of everyday life can get lost in our daily routine. that’s the biggest difference of all.

At the same time, we learn that the ‘se‐ cret of happiness’ has finally been discov‐ ered. Neuroscientists from University Col‐ lege London used a crowd‐sourced gaming app and MRI scans of people’s brains to de‐

velop a rather long‐winded formula (that I’ll summarise for you here: @£!$%!*£@#).

Translated into plain language, it means that avoiding high expectations is the key to happiness.

But for a non‐neuroscientist friend with a

very long, fascinating life behind him, hap‐ piness depends more on personality. For him, some people are more inclined and able to be happy than others. Resentful and ungrateful types are seldom pleased with the world or their place in it even if they are comfortably off. (Yes, I am looking at you, Dominic Cummins!)

In summary, then, according to the latest research: don’t get your hopes up and you’ll have good times. Or as my granny used to say: “Hope for the best and pre‐ pare for the worst.”

And as for freedom, how is it for you so far?

Nora Johnson’s psychological crime thrillers ‘The Sentinel’, ‘No Safe Place’, ‘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.nora‐johnson.net) available online as eBook (€0.99; £0.99), Apple Books, pa‐ perback & audiobook. All profits to Costa del Sol Cudeca cancer charity.

To read more articles from our columnists and to have your say in the comments go to www.euroweeklynews.com

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GO LOCAL

THE EUROWEEKLY NEWS is urg‐ ing its readers to support local businesses in the community by going local now that the lock‐ down has ended and for your all your shopping this year, in‐ stead of feeding online giants and superstores.

We challenge you to rediscov‐ er your local high streets, mar‐ kets, butchers, greengrocers and all of the wonderfully quirky in‐ dependent businesses in your area.

Now that the Covid‐19 pan‐ demic appears to be under con‐ trol, it is a good idea to try and support many local businesses by ordering online and making use of any click and collect ser‐ vices they can operate, especial‐ ly if you are unable to get out due to health reasons or any other restrictions.

The joy of shopping local means that independent busi‐ nesses can help support the local community.

Although it may be a euro or two cheaper elsewhere or on‐ line, consider where your money is actually going.

By shopping at an indepen‐ dent store you’re putting food on a local family’s table, and there is no better time than now to give back to your community by making a small gesture and shopping in this way.

Many local stores support lo‐ cal charities, support and spon‐ sor local sports teams and in many cases the small indepen‐ dent stores are actually much more than just a small high street shop, they’re a family’s legacy, often passed down through numerous generations and support not just the current owner but the generation be‐ fore. For those stores which are new, that extra couple of euros spent there are supporting

someone’s dream and ambition, and also the courage it took them to step out alone, which is no easy task. It takes quite a large chunk of money to set up an independent store and com‐ pete with the multinational and chains.

So be sure to pre‐order your meat from a local butcher and get your spuds from a local greengrocer, let us revive that community spirit and get to know our neighbours again.

You could also consider pur‐ chasing gift vouchers from local businesses to help them over the coming weeks, thinking out‐ side the box can often lead to some fantastic ideas. Why not buy a meal for two, an hour’s tattoo time at a local studio, a hair cut at a local salon or an on‐ line study course for someone looking to change their career path.

As people are struggling with finances thinking about what friends and family may actually need is important too. Whilst it’s nice to give a glamourous gift perhaps pre‐paying a family member’s phone bill for the

month would actually be a bet‐ ter gift. Helping people alleviate stress and worry, give the gift of peace of mind through these dif‐ ficult times.

Choosing to spend your mon‐ ey locally will really make a dif‐ ference in the recovery of the lo‐ cal economy. When we buy local, our money stays local, and it strengthens the local economy in two ways. First, buying local keeps money circulating within the local economy.

Money circulating through the local economy benefits ev‐ eryone who is a part of each transaction. For example, let’s look at a local farmer growing produce.

First, they sell to a local

restaurant, which in turn pre‐ pares the fresh produce and sells it to local customers. The farmer pays its local employees and the restaurant uses revenue from sales to buy supplies from a neighbourhood hardware store.

This example illustrates how the recirculation of money in the lo‐ cal economy leads to a stronger financial foundation for our neighbours and communities.

Buying local also fuels new employment and job opportuni‐ ties for people within our com‐ munity.

A fantastic example of how to support your local community is with a Charity Gift certificate, why not donate to your loved one’s favourite cause.

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MARBELLA MOMENTS

BY NICOLE KING I KNOW that many of you can’t access RTV Marbella on the tele‐ vision, but you can all watch via streaming or thereafter online.

There’s always a varied line‐up of guests who cover many a dif‐ ferent aspect of our day‐to‐day life and could therefore be of in‐ terest to many of you at any giv‐ en moment.

For example Simon Lawrence was a Vidal Sassoon hairdresser for over 20 years and specialises not just in style, cuts and colour, but also in personalised and handmade extensions, hairpieces and wigs. Many people use ex‐ tensions but are unaware of the consequences certain methods will prompt in the future.

Many would benefit from a hairpiece that doesn’t move even in the shower. Many would much prefer a home visit and person‐ alised advice and custom‐made pieces, matching personalised needs and personality.

I am fortunate enough to have

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For those who’d like to learn how to specialise in the field of extensions and wigs, Simon also offers courses. www.greatlook inghair.eu ‐ www.glhwigand hairacademy.com.

Local author Gerry Hagan is un‐ doubtedly an intellectual and therefore his interview is most entertaining, as is his book: Mia Thaw ‐ The Future Whispers; available on Amazon. I think you’ll find the concept fascinating and will want to have read the first instalment before he pub‐ lishes the second of what is in‐ tended to be a trilogy.

Thanks to Lynn Fisher, golf event organiser and founder of

Marbella Now on RTV Marbella weekdays 3pm

GIRLS Golf, we get to help spread the word that David Steele is rais‐ ing funds and awareness for Cud‐ eca by doing an impossible num‐ ber of rounds of golf in just one day. Thirteen‐year‐old Keiron Mc‐ cafferty also felt inspired to do something for this charity and launched ‐ ‘Kieron’s Get Fit for Cudeca’. He’s off to a good start so please support Keiron if you can: pr@cudeca.org.

We also took the cameras to celebrate World Earth Day and End Plastic Soup. My UNMS sus‐ tainability guru Angela Lafferty was there with Plastic Free Seas Worldwide, as well as divers and an impressive team of volunteers to clean up the beaches.

Patricia Villarubia offered some heartfelt ecological tips and Nikky and Natasha Wegloop of Mi Moana launched some educa‐ tional videos for schools with the

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Masha Malka is a familiar face on Marbella NOW and an inter‐ national speaker, coach and au‐ thor. We usually discuss impor‐ tant issues regarding our mental health, but on this occasion it’s all about her performance in the Bailacosta Summer Party 2021, taking place tomorrow Friday, June 18 at 5pm. There will be a BBQ and it’s a pool party, so why not join us if you’re free?

Tickets from Club Miraflores ‐ it’d be nice to meet up for a dance.

To read more articles from our columnists and to have your say in the comments go to www.euroweeklynews.com

Nicole King’s opinions are her own and are not necessarily representative of those of the publishers, advertisers or sponsors.

This is just complete madness MIKE SENKER IN MY OPINION

Views of a Grumpy Old Man MY pal in Glasgow had a problem with his iPad so he went to his local Apple store and was told he couldn’t enter without an appointment. I thought it was strange but gave it no more thought ‘til I needed a new battery for Mrs S’ iPhone. I rang my local store, which is a 20minute drive from home. The website gave me the 952 local Spanish number and I went through the usual press 1 for this, 2 for that, until I finally got a human being.

We went through the usual pleasantries, he told me his name and how he was going to be absolutely delighted to help me. I explained I needed a new battery, he asked where I was located and he then said there were no appointments - ever! I said, can you hear what you are saying, this is madness, can I speak to the store manager please?

I’m then informed that’s not possible as he’s not actually at that branch but in the Philippines.

But I phoned my local store. Yes but appointments are done from the Philippines. OK put me through to a supervisor and after about 10 minutes on hold I am greeted by Helen who has been made aware of my problem and she is go-

ing to help me. Are you in the Philippines too?

Nope I’m in another country! Anyway Michael when would you like an appointment? When can I have one?

Helen tells me any time tomorrow. But I thought there were none ever? We booked one for the next day. I asked why I had to go through this song and dance. She couldn’t explain so we left it at that.

Next day the store entrance looked like a scene from the movie Contagion with security guards taking your temperature, a ziggy-zaggy entry system, then plastic gloves, hand sanitiser on top of the gloves and this is all before you have spoken to an Apple employee.

Finally they take the ‘phone away and tell me to come back in 90 minutes which I do only to be told it’s not ready for another 30 minutes. When I return it’s ready and they let me enter again with more gloves and more sanitiser. When I get the ‘phone the screen is cracked all over. Oh yes, it must have been cracked when it came in. NO IT WASN’T! The guy disappears for a few minutes then says, OK we will replace it free of charge, like he’s doing me a favour! Of course you will, you broke it! After another two hours, more gloves and sanitiser my ‘phone is ready. So that was five hours of my life and €250 spent on bored purchases in the mall!

Email: mikesenker@gmail.com

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

PETS IF you are planning a trip later this year you still need to plan early for pet and house‐sitters.

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AIR CONDITIONING by Cool and Cosy. The family company that cares. Installation and repairs. Quality machines.

Ecosense movement sensors supplied and fitted from 100 Euros. For other energy-saving products visit www.coolandcosy.es. 952 935 513. We are Junta de Andalucia authorised installers as the new law states (real decreto 115/2017). On the Costa del Sol since 1993 (283965)

CLASSIFIEDS ALL TYPES of certified Electrical work undertaken Torremolinos to Marbella & Inland Call Frank 650 561 629 (292594)

FLOOR POLISHING MARBLE FLOOR (2.50€/m2) WHY PAY MORE. WE CLEAN, CRYSTALLISE, SEAL THEN POLISH YOUR MARBLE TO HIGH GLOSS, NON-SLIP. PROFESSIONAL GUARANTEED, FAST SERVICE. 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE. ALSO REPAIRS DAMAGES TO MARBLE, CLEAN AND SEAL TERRACOTTA TERRACES, COVERS ALL COSTA DEL SOL. TEL: 671 244 683 (291570) MARBLE POLISHING, CRYSTALLISING, LASTING, HIGH SHINE. REGRINDING, RESTORATION OF SALTY, DEAD FLOORS. 27YRS EXPERIENCE. RELIABLE. REFS AVAILABLE. CYRIL. 645 840 199 (290962) MARBLE FLOORS polished high shine non-slip. Fast Service Reliable, family run business. TERRACOTTA CLEANED and sealed. No job too small.

Cleansol 10am – 10pm 7 days all areas. 952 930 861 / 607 610 578 Discount code: EWN 1 CLEAN (206437)

FOR SALE WANTED Gold, Silver, Rolex & Patek Philippe Watches Tel – 678 716 693 (288662)

FRIENDSHIP MAN 63 seeks friendship with woman of similar age, sincere, reasonable, balanced, humanitarian, kind, good person T: 619 805 714. (292942)

FUNERALS

GARDENING PROFESSIONAL garden services from Fuengirola to Estepona. All aspects of gardening and full maintenance and landscaping, free quotes, competitive prices. Contact Andrew 600 259 981 Andrew@gar den-professionals.com (288828) SPECIALIST BIG TREE PRUNING, PALMS AND GARDEN MAINTENANCE 637 203 528 TRABAJOS ESPECIAL EN ARBOLES GRANDES PRUNING PALMERAS, MANT DE JARDINES 637 203 528 (284967)

IRRIGATION IRIS-IRRIGATION and landscapes. TRENCHLESS NO DIG Irrigation installation, Cables, Fibre Optic, Electric & Lighting Cables. New Installations & problem-solving. Turf (supply and laying). Garden constructions. Tree surgeon. Clearing.

Astro Turf (Free Quotation) 676 747 521 (292929)

GATE REPAIRS ELECTRIC GATE/GARAGE DOOR automation repaired.

Free, no obligation quotation.

Call Colin - 636 394 641 (291006)

GATES ELECTRIC GATES/Garage Doors. Intercoms/access control systems and replacement remotes. New installs and repairs.

For all your electric gate and garage door requirements call us on 605 356 469/952 786 178.

The Garage Door Co & 2 Way Gates. tgdc@hotmail.co.uk www.2waygates.com (290417) ELECTRIC gate installations, repairs, servicing & refurbishment.

High speed gate systems, intercoms & accessories. For free estimates & expert advice, please contact Darren on 856 140 022, Whatsapp +447521 141 008 or visit www.marbella-gates.com (292595)

GLASS CURTAINS GLASS CURTAIN repairs, specialist in replacement of discoloured plastic strips that act as a seal between the glass panels. Call Julian 655 825 931 (290057)

GUTTERING

DOMESTIC APP REP

GUTTERING: Top Quality.

0034 952 663 141/0034 670 409 759 info@envirocare spain.com www.envirocare spain.com (292294)

DOMESTIC Appliance repairs washing machines, fridges, cookers, ovens, water heaters, gas / electric, professionally repaired.

Christian 608 337 497 (286296)

HEALTH & BEAUTY

DRAINAGE BEAUTY TREATMENTS BLOCKED DRAINS? Leak detection, CCTV survey, root removal, Tel 952 568 414 / 661 910 772 / drainspain.com (286678) www.euroweeklynews.com

FURNITURE FURNITURE wanted, same day collection, also house clearance and removals. 697 511 071 (291963)

BOTOX & fillers from €95. Skinny Jab & Fat reducing injections.

Cover Coast & Inland. www.beau tifulmarbella.es 609 347 086 (291538)

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FUENGIROLA, Myofascial Release. J Schaegen, Specialised in treating neck, back & extremity disorders, 30 years in Practice. 652 291 224 www.bodywork.es (291527)

DENTIST ENGLISH SPEAKING DENTIST in Fuengirola & Nueva Andalucia.

Specialising in Zircon crowns, bridges etc. FREE check up!

Emergency Service available drvisky@hotmail.com. 689 887 019 (290431)

OSTEOPATH OSTEOPATH MARBELLA: Osteopathy, Craniosacral, Lymphatic, Drainage, Chiromassage, PHONE 640 72 29 16 (292537)

MASSAGE: QUALIFIED LADY health massage specialist (not a sex service) Over 65 reduced rates. No Sex. Masks are obligatory. Benalmadena Tel 621 395 221 (292493) WWW.GOODENERGYMAS SAGES.COM Therapeutic, Relax, Hot Stone, Anti-cellulite. Whatsapp Nora 673 859 766 (292359) ENGLISH qualified masseuse, specialising in Swedish, Aroma Therapy & Indian head massage.

Nueva Andalucia. Call Lisa 652 189 088 (291848)

HEATING FIRES: Electric, Gas, Wood Burning Stoves. Top Quality.

0034 952 663 141/0034 670 409 759. info@envirocare spain.com www.envirocare spain.com (292294) www.euroweeklynews.com

INSURANCE

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17 - 23 June 2021 HOME IMPROVEMENTS VINYL WRAP VINYL SOLUTIONS WHY REPLACE WHEN YOU CAN RENOVATE? Modern adhesive vinyl coverings in hundreds of styles and designs can renovate a tired kitchen, bathroom, wall panels, bedroom wardrobes, fridge doors. Turn a tired looking wood designed kitchen into a modern solid colour or metallic look without painting or replacing. Work carried out on site with 10 year warranties Contact Ian 644 546 176 for design brochure and samples.

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HOT TUBS AND SPAS HOT TUBS new used, bought, sold, hired. Also move & repairs.

Used good Hot Tubs for sale. 691 973 131 / +44 7836 379122 (290542)

HOUSE CLEARANCES ALHAURIN FURNITURE EMPORIUM furniture wanted, same day collection, also house clearance and removals. 697 511 071

INSURANCE EU INSURANCE DIRECT. Best prices, best service, best cover for all your Insurance needs. TEL 951 080 118 or 952 830 843 (282687) MOTOR INSURANCE. For the most competitive quotes in English call Linea Directa on 902 123 309, you could save as much as 30% and you can transfer your existing no claims bonus. Call Linea Directa on 902 123 309 for motor insurance with a human voice in English from Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm and save money now! (200726)

STAY SAFE! Abbeygate Insurance Call 971 277 455 For your security www.abbeygateinsure. com (291234) LSM INSURANCE. No fat singing blokes or trumpeting telephone´s, just professional service at the best prices for all your insurance needs including car, household, commercial, life, health and travel. Tel 952 578008 or www.lsminsur ance.biz for a quotation

LOANS LOAN upto 150,000 3% interest without guarantee terms from 1 to 5 years duration 902 365 024 applyonlinenow@fastservice.com

LOCKSMITHS 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 LOCKSMITHS AND SECURITY COMPANY, FREE HOME SECURITY SURVEY. 636 770 865 / 952 660 233 WWW.SECURITYOF SPAIN.COM CONTACT DAREN

MISCELLANEOUS GOLD & SILVER Bought & Sold, Rolex & Patek Philippe Watches Tel – 678 716 693 (288662)

MOBILITY SENIORWORLD (est.2008) – MOBILITY scooters, wheelchairs, stairlifts, nursing beds, rise ‘n’ recline chairs & a large range of daily living aids for sale or hire, for a better life. Visit our showroom in Los Boliches - or call on 952 663 131 or 670 964 181 for advice & best prices (291366)

MOTORING FOR SALE – 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 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 billbradycars. com

MITSUBISHI ELEGANCE Estate 1.6, 2007, Automatic, RHD, Leather Interior, Air-Con, 18” Alloy Wheels, Good Condition. Selling for HALF UK price. Call 600 882 537 (292303)

NEW Cars and SUVs coming soon please check our web page billbradycars.com.

ENGLISH bodyshop, fully equipped, Mijas Costa. No Job Too Small. 952 667 074 (291474)

AUTOMATIC / Petrol 1.6 2004/5 Ford Fusion from private owner 47’000 Klm. ( 29’000 Mls ) Bluetooth, Air- Conditioning , privy glass and just been serviced new tyres also, great costa car massive boot space and its only 3’995€ 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbradycars.com

WANTED

NISSAN JUKE 1.6 Inj. 2012 from private owner Sat/Nav, bluetooth, reversing camera, keyless locking and starting, alloy wheels just been serviced 131’000 (82’000 Mls) new ITV (MOT) Excellent family jeep for only 7’995€ 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 bill bradycars.com.

MSOQUITO SCREENS

SPECIAL EDITION Automatic Ford Mondeo Titanium 5 door 2.0 Inj. 203 CV. 2010 66’000 Klm (41’000 Mls ) Full service history.

Sat-Nav, bluetooth, cruise control, climate control, key less locking and starting plus lots of other extras great bargain at only 7’500€ 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 bill bradycars.com

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

KIA Rio 1.2 Concept 5 Door 2016 One private owner full service history 25’000 Klm. ( 15’000 Mls ) This is NOT EX RENTAL. bluetooth, multifuncional steering wheel save a fortune at only 8’500€ 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 billbradycars.com

MOSQUITO Screens for windows, doors and a high-quality sliding patio door screen.

All finishes available. Quick service. All areas covered. Call Julian 655 825 931 (290057) MOSQUITO screens, sliding, pulldown, pleated, colours call Mosquito Nick 647 072 861 www.mosquitonick.ws

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LAWYERS

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.

RENAULT Clio eco. 1.2 Inj. 2010 two private owners only 102’000 Klm (64’000 Mls ) With service history drives fantastic ideal first car or family car its only 4’995€ 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 bill bradycars.com FORD Fiesta Eco. 2015 One private owner and only 40’000 Klm ( 25’000 Mls ) looks great in Polar White and all the usual extras you get from Ford and its only 8’500€ 952 838 842 / 608 950 221 bill bradycars.com

CAR SERVICES MOBILE MECHANIC will come to your home or work. Servicing, repairs, ITVs & diagnostics. Call Mick on 617 553 072 (291019)

ALL CARS / Commercials wanted, runners or non-runners. Cash.

Buyer collects. Transfer included.

605 109 796 (292427)

CLASSIFIEDS CARS, Vans, Bikes wanted. Any Reg, Anything Considered Call or Whatsapp 687 049 592 or 622 229 673 (292496)

MUSIC ENHANCE YOUR SPECIAL DAY WITH THE BEAUTIFUL SOUNDS OF LIVE SPANISH GUITAR PLAYED BY DAVID CHRISTIANCLARK. ECLECTIC REPERTOIRE. RECOMMENDED BY TOP WEDDING-PLANNERS AND AGENTS. SEE HIM ON GOOGLE & FACEBOOK. PARTY BAND AVAILABLE ALSO. CALL 00 350 540 367 29

NAUTICAL INTERNATIONAL SKIPPER LICENCE: Courses held in English and starts soon. RYA VHF and Radar Courses. 626 245 098

PASSPORT RENEWALS UK & IRISH Passport renewals including photo’s. Complete Service. Cath’s Cards. 952 885 759. www.cathscards.es (291992)

PEST CONTROL

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. (291511) CAMPER VANS, CARAVANS, MOBILE HOMES, BOATS AND ALL PLANT, DIGGERS, DUMPERS, MOTORBIKES, CARS AND COMMERCIALS WANTED. BEST PRICE PAID, CASH TODAY, ANY REGISTRATION WITH OR WITHOUT PAPERS. PLEASE CALL 678 808 837

IMPORT / TRANSFER CARS transferred, history checks, Imports and Embargo problems.

Change of use and lost papers.

Change your car to Spanish plates, simple efficient service.

Cars bought and sold. Please call 678 808 837 Or email carsin spain@live.co.uk (290739)

MOTORING WANTED CAR, VANS BOUGHT WITH/WITHOUT PAPERS. CASH WAITING 678 808 837 (290739) CARS, VANS UK OR SPANISH BOUGHT FOR CASH. FREE COLLECTION IN SPAIN/UK. PLEASE CALL 678 808 837 OR 952 669 701 CARS, VANS, ANY REGISTRATION, INSTANT CASH, FINANCE/EMBARGO UK OR SPANISH 685 524 921 (290739) WANTED CARS AND VANS, FREE COLLECTION, SAME DAY 685 524 921 (290739)

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 (289652)

PET CHARITY 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-charity.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)

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ANIMEX Foundation offers free will upgrading when leaving something for abandoned animals. Contact animexfoundation@gmail.com or call 692 166 434 now for this absolutely free service (288287) ARCH - The Andalucian 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 Viña Borrego behind Venta Miralmonte. For more information and directions see our website www.horserescue spain.org, our Facebook page Centro Andalusi de Rescate de Caballos or tel. 610 845 491 or 656 935 613 (93322) 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@sepeonline.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. 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 clear-out, please contact us on 605 227 155. If you would like to know more about re-homing, 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)

PLUMBING PLUMBING. Leak detection & blocked drains. Tel 952 568 414 / 661 910 772 / drainspain.com (286678)

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WE have many clients actively looking for villas, townhouses & apartments from Torremolinos to Calahonda. Call Joe 626 864 683 (292296)

SERVICES FURNITURE FRENCH POLISHING REPAIRS, restoration etc. restore your valuable furniture to its former glory. Tel 647 579 519 / 952 499 944 (285318)

WWW.INTERMARBELLA.COM Costa del Sol Property Sales & Long term rentals wanted. All areas / All budgets / All types. Spain +34 951 708 422. UK +44 208 144 5008. Email info@intermar bella.com (291563)

SITUATIONS VACANT

PROPERTY FOR SALE

POOLS

BEL-AIR FOR SALE 4 Level Penthouse, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double size living room (22ft) leading onto terrace, dining room. Large roof terrace with small room. Parking available. €250,000 will accept offers over €200,000. 951 698 013 (292948)

PROP MAINTENANCE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES MALAGA EXPAT CONSULTING - Paperwork Assistance, (NIE, Residencia, Driving Licence Renewal, Car Transfer, Doctor Registrations, Translation, Property Rental License and more), Relocation Advice. Outstanding service at competitive rates. Call Irina Saltmarsh 687 733 743 www.malagaexpat.com (292641)

PROPERTY

STARLIGHT PROPERTY. All Areas. Residential & Holiday Lets.

689 819 592 www.starlightspain.com (291477)

PROPERTY TO LET LONG TERM RENTALS AVAILABLE and also wanted. Super prices. Apartments, townhouses, villas, fincas, shops, offices, bars, restaurants.

Coast & inland. Tlf 679 111 522 (292224) WWW.INTERMARBELLA.COM Costa del Sol Property Long Term Rentals All areas / All budgets / All types. Spain +34 951 708 422 UK +44 208 144 5008. Email info@intermarbella.com (291563) BANUS 2 bedrooms, long-term, full equipped, by marina, private garden, pools. €1,200pm bravoelezovic@gmail.com 34 637 439 222 (292497) MIJAS countryside townhouse. 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms. Spectacular sea views. Storage, pool and Parking.

800€.

To see photos. www.bit.ly/MIJAS. Tlf. 627 642 642 (292529)

PROPERTY WANTED

SELLING UP?? Why not give us a call an 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.

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REMOVALS/STORAGE MAN AND VAN MAN & VAN, 20€ ph. Removals, Rubbish & House Clearances. Paul 634 112 677 (284894)

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@solarshadetinting.com Tel Ian 958 496 571 / 644 546 176

SOFT FURNISHINGS

SWIMMING POOLS POOL MAINTENANCE, & Repairs, including heaters & regrouts. Friendly & reliable service.

Malaga to Estepona & inland areas. 678791495 / 952756168 www.sparklenripple.net (288721)

2 MEN, Van €30 p hour.

House Clearances & Storage.

651 081 610 (291533)

WESTARPOOLS. Pool construction, renovation, repairs and heating. 619 246 372 / www.westar pools.com (291097)

MOVEIT-storeit.com Tel David 696 810 618 (288807)

NATIONAL / INTERNATIONAL

Swimming Pool Heat Pumps, Pool Covers, Rollers, Filtration Systems.

0034952 663 141/0034670 409 759 in fo@envirocarespain.com. www.envirocarespain.com.

Quality guaranteed (292294)

15 CUBIC metre van returning to the UK 2nd July 2021.

Space available each way. Tel. 639 928 090 (286467) 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 (291011) 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 (289711) MOVEIT-storeit.com Tel David 696 810 618 (288807)

STORAGE STORAGE lowest price guaranteed. Packaging materials SelfStorage Marbella 952 811 311 (289022) MOVEIT-storeit.com Tel David 696 810 618 (288807)

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)

PROPERTY WANTED

SOLAR ENERGY

CURTAINS, blinds, cushions and much more. Free estimates and home visits. Tel 657 369 343 or rosannacarmella@hotmail.com (289668)

WWW.INMOANDALUZ.COM. Bargain inland properties for all budgets, fincas, village homes, apartments and villas.

Legal building plots. 952 491 609 / 685 514 835 (289309) WWW.INTERMARBELLA.COM Costa del Sol Property for sale. All areas / all budgets / all types.

Spain +34 951 708 422. UK +44 208 144 5008 Email info@inter marbella.com (291563)

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ROLLER shutter repairs, 7 days a week, conversion from manual to motorised, new installations. All areas covered.

Coast and inland. 655 825 931 (288894)

T O consolidate our client ’s network in Andalucía we are looking for a mobile sales person fluent in English and Spanish to promote our exclusive products to golf clubs/ tennis/ football and similar.

Send your CV for full details to info@thecapsystem.com (291235) LOOKING FOR ENTHUSIASTIC people to join me working from home online or direct to friends, neighbours etc. promoting Avon Products. No start up fees. Please Whatsapp or message Rosh for more info. +34 635 386 888 (292448) DISTRIBUTION DRIVERS wanted for Costa del Sol and Costa Tropical. One day per week. Must be legal to work in Spain, have own transport, know the areas and be reliable. Please send CV with covering letter to Martyn by email mab021262@gmail. com (292475) BLUE SQUARE REAL ESTATE is currently searching for Sales Executives to work in the Costa Del Sol. A training package is provided and excellent incentives. Multilingual candidates, French, Spanish and German are sought after.

Please email hr@bluesquare.com your CV (292933)

SOLAR SOLAR water heating: free hot water. All areas covered.

High quality. 0034952 663 141/0034 670 409 759 info@envirocarespain.com www.Envirocarespain.com (292294)

TAROT

TRANSLATORS OFFICIAL TRANSLATIONS All Languages. 952 789 204 Mobile 654 613 094 sanpedro translations@gmail.com (291567)

TV & SATELLITE REPAIRS – TVs, Plasmas, LCDs, Digi-Boxes, Video, Hi-Fi & microwaves. Free estimates, can collect. 35 years’ experience. John 952 491 723 or 600 706 201 (292640) CALL us for all your TV Entertainment needs. www.robsatspain. com 617 169 792 (291591)

UPHOLSTERY ADVANCED Cleaning Services.

Professional carpet and upholstery cleaning, 28 years experience, wet/dry clean. Honest, reliable.

678 808 837 / 952 669 701 ac servs@outlook.com (290739) CARPETS AND SOFAS cleaned.

Reliable, fast service. Family run.

Cleansol 952 930 861 / 607 610 578. 10am - 10pm 7 days, all areas Discount Code: EWN 1 CLEAN (206437) UPHOLSTERY including leather cleaned also carpets. 685 524 921 (290739)

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WINDOW CLEANER TRADITIONAL Window Cleaner. Give your windows and doors that professional finish at affordable prices. Call Chris 711 007 665/ 952 638 548

WINDOWS DREAM Windows & Building Services UPVC windows & doors.

High quality at great prices 15yrs on the coast. All work guaranteed.

Also offer Aluminium windows, Mosquito screens, Persianas, Glass replacements, shower screens & much more. Call us on 619 604 562 dreamwindow1@ outlook.com (291836)

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 (290765)

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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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ROAD TEST

by Mark Slack IN the current climate (if you’ll excuse the pun) SUVs are viewed as environmen‐ tal villains, automotive pol‐ luters of the very worst kind. The truth is that many SUVs are now hybrids with smaller combustion en‐ gines, so the days of every SUV being oversized with a large petrol or diesel addict‐ ed engine is not the full story.

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Kia Sorento is imposing Kia’s newly launched Sorento models and the self‐charging hybrid Soren‐ to in particular is a good case in point. Its 1.6‐litre petrol engine is bolstered by a 64 kw battery deliver‐ ing 40 mpg economy in a very spacious SUV with proper off‐road capability and a

real family holdall. Hybrids remove any range concerns and the need for an expen‐ sive home charger, or deal‐ ing with our somewhat frag‐ mented (I’m being polite!) public charging network.

Priced from €45,802 (£39,360) the Sorento line‐ up offers both plug‐in and self‐charging hybrids and all models look suit‐ ably impos‐ ing.

Standard equipment across the range of Sorento models includes heated seats and steering wheel, smart cruise control, LED headlights, reversing cam‐ era, dual zone air condition‐ ing for all seats, auto dim‐ ming mirrors, auto wipers and lights, Apple Car Play and Android Auto.

My top of the range self‐ charging hybrid version is the automotive equivalent of the Ritz, adding such items as leather, power adjustment of the

seats, privacy glass, heated rear seats, ventilated front seats, keyless entry and start, power tailgate, pow‐ ered folding door mirrors, along with navigation, wire‐ less charging and a Bose sound system onto the en‐ try level list of equipment.

Costing €54,629 (£46,945) you would expect it to be well equipped and when you add all the above items to the level of tech, it does‐ n’t disappoint. There are a myriad of safety features in‐ cluding a head‐up display and a clever speed limit based intelligent cruise con‐

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trol, all‐wheel‐drive and the clever hybrid system which charges itself from the car’s engine. It not only removes those range concerns but provides a cleaner emis‐ sions record than would normally be the case with a more traditionally powered SUV of this size.

If I were being picky about the Sorento then some of the controls are not especially intuitive and the layout of the dash controls is a little fussy, but owner‐ ship would soon bring famil‐ iarity. It is a minor point in a car that has a distinct feel‐ ing of luxury with its com‐ fortable, quilted leather seats, hushed interior and solidity of build quality.

Facts at a Glance Model: Kia Sorento 1.6 HEV AWD Engine: 1.6-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged petrol with electric hybrid assistance Gears: 6-speed automatic and all-wheel-drive Performance: 0-100 kph (62 mph) Petrol 8.7 secs Maximum Speed Petrol 191 kph (119 mph) Economy: Petrol 7.3 l/100km (38.2 mpg) WLTP Emissions: 158 g/km WLTP Model tested was UK-specification and equipment levels and prices may vary in other markets.

A feeling of luxury.

Speedometers and your real speed EVERY year, thousands of drivers are reported for speeding in Spain, and data from 2020 shows that the Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) imposed more than €2.4 million fines for this infraction, which represents 62.7 per cent of the total penalties handed out for traffic offences.

As we all know, the speedome‐ ter is the device that indicates the speed of a vehicle, and without go‐ ing into technical disquisitions, this is how the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) defines it, but, when we talk about the speedometer as installed in a vehi‐ cle, it is a well‐known fact the de‐ vice is not displaying the actual speed the vehicle is travelling at.

In fact, the speedometer always shows a higher speed than the ac‐ tual speed, on all vehicles, without exception, whether it is analogue or digital, for legal reasons.

In the European Union, the reg‐ ulations establish that the indicated speed should never be lower than the real speed with a maximum margin of error on the real speed of 10 per cent, or + 4 kmh, whereas in other countries, such as the United States and Japan, with a long auto‐

SPEEDOMETER: Your actual speed will be lower than that shown by the GPS. motive tradition, the rule is stricter, and a maximum deviation of only 4 per cent is allowed.

Put into practice, this means in a European vehicle travelling at a speed of 60 kmh, the maximum er‐ ror limit indicated by the device is 10 kmh, and if your vehicle shows a speed of 70 kmh, it means that you are travelling between 60 and 70 kmh, but never below 60 kmh.

At a speed of 100 kmh, the max‐ imum error limit is 14 kmh, so even if the speedometer indicates that the car is travelling at 114 kmh, it

will be doing so between a hairpin that goes from a minimum of 100 kmh to a maximum of 114 kmh.

Apart from the fact that the leg‐ islation establishes that this is the case, we can verify it ourselves first‐ hand, by using a GPS device to monitor the speed, as it is a much more precise device, receiving its signal from a satellite which locates the position of your vehicle, and then calculates its distance and di‐ vides this data by the time taken to travel this distance, to produce the velocity shown in the GPS display,

and you will see that the speed reg‐ istered by the GPS will be lower than that shown by your vehicles speedometer.

There are other factors that can affect the speedometer reading, such as tyre pressures, because a speedometer calculates the vehi‐ cle’s velocity by measuring the ro‐ tation of the wheel and the drive‐ shaft, through a sensor located in the gearbox, therefore, tyres with different wear can produce differ‐ ent calculations of up to 2kph ap‐ parently.

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WALKING FOOTBALL. LESSONS LEARNED PART TWO THE near fatal collapse of Danish Footballer Christian Erickson on Friday night brought home the mes‐ sage... heart failure can strike at any time.

With all of our members over 50 it caused Manage‐ ment to send out a re‐ minder to their clubs that defibrillators were to be taken to every session and where reliance was on council or private defibrilla‐ tors, all players should be aware where they are locat‐ ed and that people should

know how to use them.

Last night (Wednesday) saw Calahonda make the trip up country to Viñuela where their Over 70’s team were being tested by a ‘Se‐ nior’ Viñuela team.

That was followed by a ‘mixed age match’. Calahon‐ da were hoping ‘Hitman Ebbe’ was on his form of re‐ cent weeks.

His last game he was named Man of the Match after making one goal, scor‐ ing two and was robbed of his hatrick in the last

minute when he had strayed into the goal area.

Quite an extrodinary per‐ formance as Ebbe is 81 years of age, oldest player on the Costas.

Honour of being the old‐ est player in Walking Foot‐ ball in southern Spain goes to Joe Ghio of Gibraltar.

Joe is still playing at 83 years of age!!!

Upcoming friendly match‐ es will see Malaga B play Walking Dead B on Monday June 28, 6pm kick off.

Wednesday June 30 sees

81-year-old Ebbe.

the Walking Dead and Mala‐ ga play with a 7pm kick off.

The Seniors match should be an intriguing game be‐ tween these two old rivals and possibly an early indica‐ tion if they will be chal‐ lengers for the League Title.

Both games at the Finca Naundrup.

Finally not so good news for Esquina Park Rangers when their application to be affiliated to the Valencia Football Federation met a regulations brick wall.

Almost €500 in charges to enter the Federation and the stipulation that Leagues must have a minimum of 16 teams.

Beyond the scope of our teams, Esquina manager Gordon Sutherland said they were very disappoint‐ ed, but would now concen‐ trate on having the Ali‐ cante/Murcia/Almeria League up and running in September.