Euro Weekly News - Costa de Almeria 5 - 11 August 2021 Issue 1883

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More jabs ALMERIA received fewer antiCovid vaccines throughout July but August promises to be different, the Health authorities announced, and the province can look forward to receiving 45,822 during the first week.

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Bunny hop RAPPER Benito Antonio Martinez Ocasio, better known as Bad Bunny, will not be performing today, August 5 at Villaricos’ Dreambeach festival as this has been cancelled owing to antiCovid restrictions.

No litter ADRA Town Hall is distributing cardboard cones and containers for beachgoers to use for their cigarette ends, sunflower seed husks and nutshells instead of leaving them when they go home.

School work THE Junta’s Education department has begun carrying out repairs and improvements to 39 schools in Almeria Province this summer, taking advantage of the holidays so that lessons are not disrupted.

Turn to page 4 » HARD WORK: Uncovering the Zurgena tracks.

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Less red tape and paperwork ROQUETAS Town Hall congratulated municipal employees who processed restaurant, bar and café owners’ requests for terrace extensions. This measure has helped to lessen the pandemic’s impact on the hospitality sector, explained Jose Luis Llamas, Roquetas’ Urban Agenda councillor.

“It benefited more than 150 business owners who were able to extend their terraces located in public spaces,” Llamas said.

Terrace taxes were also waived last year and will not be charged in 2021, he confirmed. “Applications were dealt with in record time, thanks to a simplified system and hard work by the Urban Agenda department and the police,” Llamas added.

“These are temporary licences, granted during exceptional circumstances, which will be available while the restrictions im‐ posed by the heath situation are in place,” the councillor said.

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A TOTAL of four Guardia Civil officers remain in isolation inside the Maritime Service patrol boat ‘Río Miño’, which is docked in the port of Almeria, after two of them returned posi‐ tive results when tested for coronavirus, as reported by Guardia Civil sources.

The vessel, which is used to combat illegal immigration in the Alboran Sea, is currently docked in the port of Almeria after it had originally called in to carry out a technical re‐

Four officers in isolation view before the tests took place.

It is reported that both officers and exter‐ nal civilian personnel work on the boat regu‐ larly, and it is necessary to have been vacci‐ nated or show a negative test result before boarding. However the two officers had re‐

turned positive results, and two others had shown symptoms, and as a result, all four were confined to their cabins to isolate, not having contact with the rest of the crew.

The boat will remain in the dock for the time being.

LOCAL POLICE officers from Mo‐ jacar were successfully able to res‐ cue a 65‐year‐old man who had been cycling in the Sierra Cabrera.

He had become lost and injured after he suffered from a heavy fall.

He also ran out of water and was suffering from dehydration.

The Madrid resident had the ac‐ cident while cycling in the Sierra and spent several hours being se‐ mi‐conscious. According to reports

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from the town hall the cyclist set off on his adventure on Saturday, July 24. He had been alone and the temperatures had exceeded a sweltering 35 degrees Celsius.

The officers were able to find the cyclist eventually after carrying out several unsuccessful searches through ravines and on trails in the Sierra Cabrera.

Beverley Callard to renew vows IN 2020 Beverley Callard and her husband Jon Mc Ewan celebrated 10 years of marriage and now they are set to renew their wedding vows in Mojacar with close family and friends. The former Coronation Street actress will soon see her dreams come true af‐ ter earlier this year the couple spoke of their plans.

They will be heading off to Mojacar, where they plan to have the ceremony at a friend’s villa before heading to the beach and throwing a party. This will even be on the beach where Jon first proposed.

Beverley appeared on I’m A Celebrity last year, and husband Jon quickly became known as ‘Mega Sh*g’. “We were going to go back to Spain, just the two of us, back to the beach bar where he proposed to me, and renew our vows in private. But I men‐ tioned it on I’m A Celeb and it snowballed a little bit,” said Beverley.

BEVERLEY: Heading to Mojacar.

New vehicles for police ALFONSO GARCIA, Vera Town Hall’s councillor for Citi‐ zen Security, has presented two new police vehicles to the town’s Local Police force, which was represented by of‐ ficers Andres Magaña, and Jose Antonio Navarro.

These two new vehicles are designed to improve the ser‐

vice given to the local munici‐ pality by the Local Police force, and consist of two Kia Niro 1.6 HEV Concept hybrid SUVs, one of which comes complete with a detainee kit, and have been acquired by the Consistory, “to continue improving the means to en‐ sure the safety of citizen‐

ship,” explained Mr García.

Replacing the force’s older vehicles, these two will sub‐ stantially improve the securi‐ ty conditions of the officers and citizens of Vera munici‐ pality, as well as reducing gas emissions and improving the energy efficiency during the provision of the service.

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NIBS EXTRA Sea sports ADRA Town Hall offers Multiaventura Nautica marine sports on El Carboncillo beach from 10am to 2pm between August 11-13. To participate in activities which include rafting, kayaking and trips on a Big Sup paddle surfboard, register in Edificio Plaza or ring 950 400 400 or 678 080 329.

Birth rate MORE babies are born annually in Almeria than in any other Spanish province, with an average 1.6 children for every woman compared with the national average of 1.18.

Almeria mothers are also the country’s youngest, with an average age of 31 instead of Spain’s average of 32.32 years.

Theme tune MOJACAR’S Banda Municipal de Musica de Mojacar recently premiered ‘Mojacar’, a paso doble

by Enrique Jimenez Galera. The Almeria composer, who began his music studies in Olula del Rio and continued in Granada, has also written two symphonies, a concerto for clarinet and marches for Holy Week brotherhoods.

Green reward BETWEEN them, Almeria City Hall and the hospitality trade association ASHAL hope to increase glass recycling this summer by 15 per cent on last year, collecting a total of 400 tons throughout July and August. This will earn the city a coveted Green Flag from nonprofitmaking recyclers, Ecovidrio.

Growing worry SPAIN’S Ministry of the Interior announced that it was “worried” by the increased presence of marihuana in Almeria Province which, together with Granada, is the epicentre of marihuana growing in Spain. There has also been a boom in industrial hemp which is actually destined for the clandestine market.

Lottery luck THE first and second prizes in last Saturday’s National Lottery were sold in Roquetas and Adra respectively. In Roquetas, 07780 paid out €600,000 for an entire ticket or €60,000 for a 10th (decimo) while in Adra 58590 paid €120,000 for an entire ticket and €12,000 for a decimo.

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The Almanzora connection THE first stone of the new road connecting the Almanzora (A-334) and Mediterranean (A-7) motorways was laid last week.

Carmen Crespo and Marifran Carazo, respective heads of the Junta’s Sustainable Development and Public Works departments, were present as the first steps were taken towards completing the €24.053 million project.

The connection is vital not only for Almanzora residents but also the marble sector that has been waiting many years for a direct route to the Mediterranean coast, the Junta politicians pointed out.

“This proves that the regional government was serious when it said two-and-a-half years ago that

Photo credit: Junta de Andalucia

UNDERWAY: First stone laid for the road connecting Almanzora with the coast.

THE Spanish government intends to buy 40 hectares of plutonium‐contaminated land in Palomares.

Since 2010 the State has paid rent to the owners of land which was affected by US hy‐ drogen bombs that fell to earth there in 1966.

Spain’s Centre for Energy, Environmental and Technological Research (Ciemat) now oc‐ cupies the fenced‐off area, originally signing a three‐year contract in 2010 which it has con‐ tinued to extend since then. Without any warning the Official Bulletin of the central gov‐

Wandering goat causes accident A NATIONAL POLICE officer was injured and thrown to the ground when his motorcycle ran into a wild goat.

The accident occurred late at night in El Cañarete, but a passing driver stopped to help him, notify‐ ing the 112 Emergency number and halting traffic to prevent fur‐ ther accidents.

Hospital sources later revealed that the policeman had injured his hip and chest but was out of danger.

This was not the first time that a loose animal has caused an acci‐ dent in El Cañarete or the Autovia del Mediterraneo motorway, as small groups of wild goats fre‐ quently come down from the cliffs in search of food, as do wild boar.

According to Almeria’s Traffic Authority, dogs and wild boar have caused 915 accidents in Almeria Province since 2015.

Collisions usually result in ma‐ terial damage, although at least two people have been hospi‐ talised during this period and one person was killed in a 2018 inci‐ dent.

Palomares bombshell ernment’s Delegation to Andalucia gave own‐ ers until the end of last week to appeal against the “urgent occupation of properties that re‐ quire special radiological monitoring in Vera and Cuevas del Almanzora. Villaricos SL, which owns seven properties on land currently occu‐ pied by Ciemat, immediately announced that

the Almanzora motorway was strategically important and would be completed,” Carazo declared.

For her part, Crespo thanked Public Works for its diligence and its work on behalf of a province that had felt forgotten for so long.

“Instead it is the centre of attention for the regional government,” she said.

Eighty per cent of the cost of the 3.6-kilometre section of new road, which has two lanes in each direction, has been financed by the EU’s Regional Development Fund (Feder). Commencing at the junction of the La Concepcion AL-7106 road and finishing at the Autovia del Mediterraneo, construction is expected to take 22 months.

it was challenging the compulsory purchase order. “We are going to oppose it, of course we are,” the company’s lawyer told the Span‐ ish media “They have had 11 years to clean up the radioactive waste, but now realise that it is cheaper to expropriate the land than pay a fee to occupy the land.”

The decision was based on economic mo‐ tives, not the public interest, he declared.

The lawyer revealed that 43 owners in Cuevas and Vera also intend to appeal against the compulsory purchase orders.

Seeking out flamenco FRANCESCA GIRONE recently contacted the Eu‐ ro Weekly News with details of flamenco events in and around Mojacar this summer.

Francesca, who was born in Manchester and is known as the La Gitana Inglesa (the English Gypsy) explained that owing to the limited numbers of people permitted in local theatres and auditoriums, she and the group she leads have been unable to perform in Carboneras Castle, Mojacar Theatre and their other usual

Podium for Mogni FEDERICO MOGNI from Arboleas came second in the SSV section of the Baja de Aragon rally held on July 22 and 23.

Federico, a local businessman who is passionate about racing, competed in the SSV (Side by Side Vehicle) category with a Polaris RZR XP Turbo. Originally from Ar‐ gentina he has a racing background and was SSV Spanish champion in 2020.

The Baja de Aragon is Spain’s most im‐ portant cross‐country rally and the the world’s second most‐important after the Dakar. It was launched in 1983 by a group of French and Spanish enthusiasts who chose the Monegros Desert owing to its scenery combined with the facilities of Zaragoza.This year’s two‐stage rally fol‐ lowed a route that included Bañon, Al‐ fambra, Camañas, Teruel, Villafranca del Campo, Blanca, Alba and Santa Eulalia.

venues. “However we have been performing locally and these events have been filling up very quickly via social media,” she said.

Details of the venues are published on her personal Facebook page, Francesca Girone, as well as the Flamenco in Mojacar and Flamenco Forum for English Speakers Facebook pages.

“Give each page a ‘like’ and then you can en‐ ter in to see what is going on,” Francesca ex‐ plained.

Copper thieves detained AN alert to the Guardia Civil led to the arrest of three youths who were stealing copper cable.

A Pulpi resident called the 062 number after he saw the trio removing copper cable from street‐ lamp distribution boxes in the early hours of the morning.

Within 15 minutes, officers carrying out a sweep of the area located a nervous‐looking 19‐year‐old in a parked car that contained five bags of cables.

A video shot by the person responsible for the original caller allowed them to identify a 20‐year‐ old who immediately admitted his involvement, at the same time giving away his companions.

The third, a boy of 18, was discovered hiding be‐ hind a tree after trying to hide a reel of cable under a parked car.

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Petrol station stand-off SAN JUAN DE LOS TER‐ REROS residents are fighting plans for a petrol station in the town centre.

The Terreros‐Jaravia Residents’ Association called on the town hall to ask the owner to look for “a more adequate site” for the proposed petrol sta‐ tion combined with a supermarket, car‐ wash and charging station for electric ve‐ hicles.

At present the near‐ est petrol station is five miles away from Terreros and the sec‐ retary of the Terreros‐ Jaravia association, Jhusseppe Romero, explained in a letter to the town hall that members understood the need for one.

At the same time, Romero pointed out, the town hall needed to take into account the increased traffic risk for residents, as well as noise pollution and increased insur‐ ance policy premiums.

“There are more ap‐ propriate alternatives that would reduce the impact and inconve‐ nience to residents,” the association main‐ tained in its letter to the town hall.

“Terreros would lose much of its charm that would be substi‐ tuted by a commercial expansion that en‐ couraged similar pro‐ jects,” the Terreros‐ Jaravia letter warned.

The association also pointed out that the planned location at Terreros’ most central roundabout would al‐ so affect traffic flow.

“It is imperative that the petrol station is built on a safer and more protected site on the outskirts of town,” the letter in‐ sisted.

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A historically important station LA ALFOQUIA (Zurgena) was integral to moving the area’s minerals in the 19th century and owes its existence to the railway.

“After many years of planning, work is progressing to establish a railway museum in the town,” Jim Simpson told the Euro Weekly News.

This will make use of the remaining station buildings, creating an openair and indoor museum to showcase their historical importance.

It is hoped eventually to operate a train between La Alfoquia and Arboleas as much of the line still exists and work has begun on revealing the hidden railway tracks.

There is also an association, Friend of Zurgena Railway as well as the https://www.facebook.com/groups/7 55026744999786 Facebook page.

The association’s president Rafael Garcia De La Mata has sourced an engine which would be a fantastic help for developing the museum, Jim explained.

Currently it is languishing in Poland and the cost of purchase and transportation to Spain will amount to €15,000.

This sounds expensive but is cheap compared to purchasing a similar engine locally. T o help bring this part of the project to fruition the association has set up the https://www.face book.com/donate/426627138488212/ Facebook donations page.

“We hope people will want to be a part of something hugely - and historically - important for the A lmanzora Valley and will join our association as well as donating,” Jim said.

Gender stereotypes WOMEN’S sports uniforms have been in the headlines re‐ cently with many women taking a stand, 100 per cent of our readers support them.

In our online survey, all of the readers expressed their support for the stands being taken against gender stereotypes in sport and said that sportsmen and women should be allowed to wear whatever uniforms they want as long as they can com‐ pete properly and in equal condi‐ tions.

For example, Germany’s wom‐ en’s gymnastics have competed at the Tokyo Olympics in full‐

length unitards to protest against ‘sexualisation’ in the sport.

The Norwegian women’s beach handball team was fined for wearing thigh‐length elastic shorts instead of bikini bottoms at the Euro 2021 tournament.

Meanwhile more and more Muslim women are taking part in sports at a high level, as hijabs in stadiums and even boxing rings become more frequent.

Russian skater Tatiana Nakva, however, criticised Spanish gym‐ nast Cristofer Benitez for taking part in what she considers to be a sport for women, rhythmic gym‐ nastics.

Rental scam warning SPANISH police are warning the public of summer holiday rental scams after receiving thousands of complaints.

Scams around vacation rentals operate throughout the year, but increase exponentially in the summer. To avoid being deceived, the most effective thing is to exercise caution and know how they operate, the po‐

lice said. Fraudulent companies disguise themselves as trusted portals, but then redirect users to their own websites where the steal information. August is the busiest month for scammers.

Police in Valencia said they have received more than 300 complaints and some €35,000 has been lost by unsuspecting members of the public.

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Well-deserved reward ALL 100 per cent of our read‐ ers who took part in our on‐ line survey think that the two Senegalese citizens who tried to help Samuel Luiz when he was attacked in A Coruña deserve to have been awarded residence and work permits by the Spanish Government.

Ibrahima and Magatte have legalised their situation in Spain and received the documents after the Gov‐ ernment Subdelegate in A Coruña, Maria Rivas, high‐ lighted that they “deserve official recognition from the State” and referred to their “outstanding humanitarian attitude.”

One of them was at‐ tacked by the gang who killed Samuel in a homopho‐ bic attack on July 3.

It has recently been re‐ vealed that the attack lasted for six minutes during which he was hit with a bottle and a metal object and die from brain trauma.

Earthquake shakes Murcia AN earthquake of a 3.2 magnitude on the Richter scale struck Murcia on Sunday August 1, ac‐ cording to the Na‐ tional Geographic Institute.

The epicentre was just 19km from the capital Murcia, in the municipality of Librilla, a small vil‐ lage of around 5,000 inhabitants. The area sits above a fault line and is known for its seis‐ mic activity. There were no reports of injuries or property damage.

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Downloading Covid passport THE coronavirus vaccina‐ tion programme is pro‐ gressing well in Spain and now many people are in‐ tent on downloading their Covid passport in Spain.

The Covid passport, or to give it its full name, the Eu‐ ropean Digital Covid Cer‐ tificate, came into force on July 1 this year after an agreement was put in place by the European Union. Residents and citi‐ zens within the EU can now download digital Covid certificates easily.

The certificate confirms whether a person has been vaccinated against the coronavirus or if they have received a negative result from a test. The certificate also shows if they have caught Covid and have re‐ covered from the disease.

The Covid passport is available in digital format or on paper and comes with a QR code. These cer‐ tificates are available in

the national language and also in English and are free. According to the Eu‐ ropean commission they are also reliable and are valid for all European Union countries.

In Spain most of the au‐ tonomous communities have created a special sec‐ tion on their mobile health apps, where the certificate can be downloaded from.

This means that people can easily download the Covid passport.

The Ministry of Health has also created an elec‐ tronic procedure whereby people can access their certificates too.

In Andalucia the Salud Andalucia application can be used to request the passport. It is also available using the Andalucian Health Service web portal from the Ministry of Health and Families.

In the Valencian commu‐ nity the passport can re‐

quested using the web por‐ tal of the Generalitat Va‐ lenciana. It can also be ac‐ cessed by the GVA +Salut mobile app.

For the Balearic Islands you should head to the health website of the Balearic Government.

There is also an app avail‐ able to download for IOS or Android.

In Murcia the certificate can be downloaded from the Electronic Headquar‐ ters of the Region of Mur‐ cia.

It can also be gained in person at health centres, Consulting Rooms, Registry Assistance Offices of the CARM and Specialised Of‐ fices of the Cartagena and Lorca Health Areas, but ap‐ pointments are needed.

Other autonomous re‐ gions have their own ways of accessing the certificate, but the best bet is to find their mobile app and start there.

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Toughened punishments THE Ministry of the Interior which is led by Fernando Grande‐Marlaska is set to pro‐ pose to the Ministry of Justice that people who attack police officers and Guardia Civil offi‐ cers are given tougher punish‐ ments.

The news comes from the Department of the Interior to the Unified Police Union (SUP) and the Unified Association of Guardia Civil (AUGC) who start‐ ed to campaign for this a few months ago.

According to reports, the di‐ rector of Cabinet of the minister, Susana Crisotmo, believes that it is appropriate for this this pro‐ posal to be taken into account for an ‘eventual reform of the Penal Code’.

Crisotmo believes that the strengthening of punishments would have a great impact on the state security forces. “It facili‐ tates the development of their general missions, based on com‐ plying with and enforcing the

law, protecting the free exercise of rights and freedoms and guaranteeing public safety,” she said.

Currently attacking an officer is included within the penal code under article 550.2. Attacks on officers are already punishable by time in prison which can last up to four years. If a public offi‐ cial is attacked, then the penalty comes in at six months to three years in prison. Sadly though judges often offer far more le‐ nient sentences.

At the moment though no one knows how much the pun‐ ishment could be increased by and when it will happen.

Carlos Morales, the national spokesman for the SUP, believes that respect for authority is be‐ ing lost.

“Little by little we are losing the principle of authority and the penalties need to be tough‐ ened up a little so that this re‐ spect is not completely lost,” said Morales.

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AstraZeneca record sales

ASTRAZENECA’S Covid‐19 vaccine has brought in sales of almost €1 billion in the first half of this year. Sales have tripled in the second quarter compared to the first al‐ though its earnings remain significantly low‐ er than its US rival Pfizer/BioNTech.

Britain’s largest drug maker also revealed that it had generated €752.62 million from Covid‐19 vaccine sales in the three months to the end of June, following €231.51 million in the first three months of the year.

The biotech company had made a pledge to provide the jab, which it developed with

VACCINE: Sales have tripled.

Oxford University, on a not‐for‐profit basis during this pandemic.

The figures came a day after American drugmaker Pfizer said it made €6.57bn from the Covid jab it developed in collaboration with Germany’s BioNTech in the second

quarter, which resulted in more than dou‐ bling its first‐quarter takings of €2.95bn.

It raised its 2021 sales forecast for the vac‐ cine to €28.20bn from €21.89bn, as the Delta variant (formally known as the Indian variant) continues to spread rapidly and sci‐ entists are involved in a debate as to whether people will need booster shots be‐ fore the end of the year.

Pfizer and BioNTech have recently tweaked their mRNA vaccine to target the Delta variant and will begin testing the mod‐ ified jab on humans next month.

Ryanair warns of scam RYANAIR is asking its customers to book their flights directly through the website as a result of new cases of scams.

According to the company: “Some Ryanair customers have confirmed that they have been victims of a false ‘discount’ scam by these unauthorised agencies, where the pay‐ ment details that the customer uses to book their flight are subsequently used fraudulent‐ ly on later dates.

“The company warns its customers of this situation and asks that they be careful with

this scam, booking flights through its website Ryanair.com or in the official application of the airline.”

Ryanair said: “To help customers who have mistakenly booked through an unau‐ thorised online travel agency, Ryanair launched its Ryanair Price Checker last April, available on the Ryanair.com website and used by more than 50,000 customers, where users will be able to check if they have been overcharged by verifying the amount they paid to an OTA and what Ryanair received

Book direct through their website. for the reservation. The business model of unauthorised online travel agencies is based on applying an increase to tickets and addi‐ tional flight products, which means that cus‐ tomers can pay up to 40 per cent more for the same offers than if they had booked di‐ rectly on the Ryanair website or app.

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Deliveroo ending services FOOD delivery company Deliv‐ eroo is considering ending its ser‐ vices because of the high costs of

running its operations in Spain.

The company said on July 30, that it plans to focus on expand‐

Villages struggling for drinking water ON July 30, it has was reported that dozens of villages in Spain are struggling for drinking water, something that should not be happening in the 21st century.

Not far from the city of Madrid, 76-year-old Francisca Benitez has to brush her teeth every night with bottled water because her village does not have a supply of drinking water.

In Lastras de Cuellar in the central Castilla y Leon region, nitrates and arsenic have made the water undrinkable. Dozens of other villages across the country are also struggling due to groundwater resources being at risk from agricultural pollution, lack of water quality controls and drought.

The residents walk to the main square in Lastras every Monday to buy multipacks of mineral water, sold at a discounted price, which some take home in wheelbarrows.

People hang their empty bottles from balconies and hang banners demanding access to drinking water.

“This is not normal in the 21st century!” protests Mercedes Rodriguez, 41, who is a member of a local residents association.

Mayor Andres Garcia also points to the “lack of (public) funding.”

Rodriguez worries that the lack of water could be the end of their village.

Food fraud Guardia Civll investigated with Europol and Interpol.

MORE than 600 tons of seeds and plants have been seized, as well as 116,000 litres of spirits in a food fraud investigation.

This year the operation has fo‐ cused on wine and alcoholic bev‐ erages, honey, horse meat for human consumption, beekeep‐ ing products, as well as seeds and plants.

In Europe, up to a total of €53.8 million had been defraud‐ ed.

The Guardia Civil led the 10th edition of Operation OPSON X, coordinated with Europol and In‐ terpol, dedicated to the investi‐ gation of food fraud. In the ex‐ ploitation phase, controls have

been intensified against counter‐ feiting, sale, labelling, trade, ille‐ gal distribution of food products and economic fraud.

About 2,300 controls and in‐ spections have been carried out in distribution centres, ware‐ houses, commercial areas, means of transport, containers and tax warehouses, ports and airports. More than 1,612 admin‐ istrative offences and 16 criminal offences have been detected, with 68 people arrested and 52 investigated.

Crimes against public health, document falsification and fraud, among others, have been also in‐ vestigated.

ing in new and existing cities in other countries.

“The company has determined that achieving and sustaining a top‐tier market position in Spain would require a disproportionate level of investment with highly uncertain long‐term potential re‐ turns,” Deliveroo said.

The government in Spain gave food delivery companies three months to change their workers to staff contracts in one of the first laws in Europe that will pro‐ tect gig‐economy workers rights.

In June it was revealed that de‐ livery drivers of platforms such as Uber Eats, Glovo or Deliveroo, are solely being hired through subcontractors that, according to unions, are offering precarious working conditions, subject to different agreements, and, in some cases, worse than those that the riders had as self‐em‐ ployed. There is still a consulta‐ tion to be held regarding ending Deliveroo services in Spain with employees who will be affected.

Deliveroo also said that Spain accounts for less than 2 per cent of its overall earnings in the first half of this year.

Contaminated VANILLA flan has become the latest product to be re‐ called from the market amid links of the possibly of ethy‐ lene oxide contamination Aesan, the Spanish Agen‐ cy for Food Safety and Nutri‐ tion explains that the use of ethylene oxide in the food sector is prohibited in the EU since it is a substance classified as ‘mutagenic, car‐ cinogenic, and toxic for re‐ production’, with around 72 products from the firms Nestlé and Mars being re‐ called from the market after Aesan published a public list of affected brands and batches of ice cream con‐ taminated with ethylene ox‐ ide. A statement on July 30, from the Catalan firm, La Fageda, has served to in‐ crease consumer fear, after they reported that four batches of vanilla flan have also possibly been affected by the food alert for con‐ tamination with the carcino‐ genic ethylene oxide in the use of the stabilising addi‐ tive E410.

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EU reaches milestone THE European Union has reached its vaccination milestone of having 70 per cent of residents vaccinated against Covid-19 by the end of July.

According to President Ursula von der Leyen, the EU “kept its word and delivered.”

“Our target was to protect 70 per cent of adults in the European Union with at least one vaccination in July,” she said on July 27.

“Today we have achieved this target.

And 57 per cent of adults already have the full protection of double vaccination.

These figures put Europe among the world leaders.

“The catch-up process has been very successful - but we need to keep up the effort. The Delta variant is very dangerous. I therefore call on everyone - who has the opportunity - to be vaccinated.

For their own health and to protect others. The EU will continue to provide sufficient volumes of vaccine,” she added.

In Spain, almost 66 per cent of people have received at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine, and just over 53 per cent have received both.

In the UK, almost 70 per cent of people have received their first jab and 55.9 per cent have had both.

Globally however, just under 14 per cent of people have been fully vaccinated.

Senegalese citizens receive residence THE two young Senegalese citi‐ zens, Ibrahima and Magatte, who helped Samuel Luiz during the deadly attack on July 3, have been given their residence and work cards.

After completing the process of regularising their situation in Spain, as confirmed by sources from the Government Sub‐dele‐ gation in A Coruña, it was ex‐ plained that they went to the Im‐ migration Department, where both signed the relevant docu‐ mentation.

According to the source, the residence cards were collected on July 27 at the offices of the Na‐ tional Police, which has thus con‐ cluded the process that started on July 20 after the Sub‐delegation of the Government in A Coruña sent a favourable report on these two young people to the Secretary of State for Migration.

Maria Rivas Lopez, the subdel‐ egate of the Government in A Coruña, highlighted in that docu‐ mentation that the two Sene‐

REWARDED: With residence and work cards. galese citizens “deserve official recognition by the State for the attitude maintained during the tu‐ mult that ended with the death of Samuel Luiz,” alluding to the “ex‐ ceptional circumstances that characterise this request for resi‐ dence, since both people showed an outstanding humanitarian atti‐ tude, even putting their lives at risk.”

This was also highlighted by the supplementary report made by the Judicial Police Force, which

stated, “one of them has the sta‐ tus of a victim, as well as a wit‐ ness, having also been attacked while trying to help the deceased, and therefore putting his own life at risk.”

In the report of the Immigra‐ tion area of the Government Sub delegation, signed by Rivas, it was also recommended that the resi‐ dence authorisations should be accompanied by work authorisa‐ tions, since a job offer is accredit‐ ed for both.

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Cannabis clubs face closure SPAIN’S cannabis capital, Barcelona, faces its latest setback for the asociaciónes, as they are popularly known. In 2017, the supreme court overruled a law that has been passed by the Catalan government which stated that “private consumption of cannabis by adults … is part of the exercise of the fundamental right to free personal development and free‐ dom of conscience.”

The clubs have since operated under a Barcelona city by‐law that has regulated their use. This has now been overturned and judges have ruled that authorities in the city were not able to legislate on matters that are governed under the state.

“The majority of associations assume that sooner or later they will be forced to close down,” said Eric Asensio, spokesman for the Federation of Catalan Cannabis Associations.

About 70 per cent of the cannabis clubs in Spain are in Catalonia, the majority in Barcelona.

Barcelona, which supports the associa‐ tions’ quasi‐legal status, has said that the lat‐ est ruling prohibits “the sale, consumption or promotion” of cannabis.

It said there would soon be investigations of the clubs, “starting with the ones with the most negative impact and which are geared towards tourists and massive sales.”

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EU Covid passports will not be re‐ quired to enter bars and restau‐ rants in Spain, said Health Minis‐ ter Carolina Darias. The Covid passport is designed to ease cross border travel, not regulate the hospitality sector, Darias said on July 28. Nor is it obligatory to be vaccinated in Spain, she added.

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No to passports comed by the sector. Emilio Gallego, the Secretary‐General of Hospitality of Spain, said im‐ posing Covid passport require‐ ment on bars, restaurants and hotels would be difficult to en‐ force. “Complicated situations could arise,” he said.

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Readers divided over ‘No jab - No job’ policy O U R readers had divided opinions over Netflix and Google introducing a ‘No Jab - No Job’ policy for their workforces.

While some totally supported the scheme so there is less risk to clients and colleagues and would have it extended to not allowing unvaccinated people in crowded areas, there were many

others who did not agree and believe people should have the freedom to choose and not be penalised if they decided not to get what they called a ‘trial vaccine’.

Some of the supporters specified “If it’s a policy requirement for future recruits, fair enough. To force existing workers, no,” while others pointed out that “em-

ployers cannot keep having a ping and the whole section has to go into isolation, they will not be able a run a business like that.”

Some readers also suggested that companies could face being sued if a worker caught Covid at work from another who was not vaccinated.

While some called it dis-

criminatory, another said “Life’s about making choices and living with the consequences of those choices!

“All positions of employment come with conditions that you as an employee need to comply with. If you as an employee don’t want to meet those conditions, you cannot really call that discrimination!”

Lower cost of Covid testing THE travel industry has called on the government to lower the cost of Covid-19 tests as the cost can run into hundreds of pounds and is prohibitive for many travellers, especially families.

ABTA, an association representing British travel agencies, welcomed the government’s move to open quarantine travel for double vaccinated EU and US tourists, but said the government must do more to support the industry and offer holidaymakers “affordable” PCR tests.

“It’s also good to see the government taking positive steps to open up interna-

tional travel with the US and the EU, and we hope this will be the first step to reciprocal arrangements that will help the travel industry to get back on its feet,” a spokesperson for ABTA said on July 28.

“However, the industry is not out of the woods and there is more that needs to be done to support travel businesses through to recovery. We know the sector is facing a more gradual relaxation of restrictions than the domestic economy, and we need to see a tailored package of support measures to recognise that, including ongoing furlough and income sup-

port schemes, full business rates relief, and consideration of tailored grants schemes.

“We also need to see the government make further progress on making testing more affordable and proportionate, and we need to see more destinations added to the Green list at next week’s review.

We are still seeing other countries reopen more quickly than the UK and we need to capitalise on the success of the vaccine rollout by getting our international travel industry moving again,” the spokesperson added.

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A BEEKEEPING farm with 11 hives in‐ stalled on the roof of a home in the Sevillian municipality of Camas has been dismantled by the Guardia Civil.

Guardia Civil’s Roca team, which spe‐ cialises in investigating agricultural crimes, said they were aware of the ex‐ istence of the hives after they had car‐ ried out a series of investigations in the

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Beekeeping farm razed area relating to thefts of materials in‐ volved in beekeeping. Neighbours had also made complaints. Given the un‐ usual location of the beekeeping farm,

Oldest paintings A TEAM of scientists have been able to confirm the origins of the oldest paintings in the world and they are in fact from Spain. An international team of researchers have confirmed that the red marks discovered in a Malaga cave in Ardales, were in fact made by humans. The marks were also made a staggering 65,000 years ago.

According to researchers the marks are not of a natural origin. They have proven that the marks in the cave were made by Neanderthals and that they would have had to return on sever‐ al occasions to make the marks. The marks were made intentionally and are located on a stalag‐ mite in the middle of a large room.

The discovery was made by scientists from the University of Barcelona, the University of Cadiz, the National Centre for Scientific Research at the University of Bordeaux and the Neanderthal Mu‐ seum in Germany. Together they have published the results in the US journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS).

in the centre of the town, officers first had to determine if it was in any way connected to crime groups. Officers went to the home to inspect the bee

farm and the owner voluntarily al‐ lowed them inside to have a look at the 11 fully operational beehives and their bees.

Coca-Cola recycling INTERNATIONAL beverages giant, CocaCola, has joined the initiative against the use of single-use plastics, announcing that the company has chosen Spain as the country in Europe in which it will trial a new recyclable bottle top, with a 10-week trial starting in various parts of the country, including Malaga, Sevilla, Granada, Almeria, Catalonia, Jaen, Toledo, Cadiz, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, the Balearic Islands, and Aragon, although the company hopes to distribute throughout the whole of Spain eventually.

Coca-Cola has distributed six million of the new-style 500-millilitre bottles throughout Spain, of not only their original brand beverage, but also from their range of Zero sugar-free, Coca-Cola Light, and Zero caffeine-free versions, as well as Schuss.

Their R&D factory in Brussels is responsible for the design of these new tops, an alternative that its engineers have thought about to try to further reduce the footprint that the marketing of these sugary drinks leaves in the environment, while conforming to EU Directives on single-use plastics, and in order to preserve the fizziness of the drink, the designers have taken extra care to ensure that the bottle top can be hermetically resealed properly after it has been opened.

In America, Coca-Cola has already produced the first bottle made entirely from 100 per cent recycled waste paper, continuing its commitment to the campaign, ‘A World without Waste’, which in Europe is complemented by the well-known campaign, ‘We advance’.

The hives were registered to the owners of the house. However, since the bee farm was built in a residential area it was deemed to be illegal.

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European ID card AS of Monday, August 2, anybody going to the police station to re‐ new their identity card are finding they are issued with the new ver‐ sion 4.0 or European version.

The new document updates its image and incorporates new secu‐ rity measures, both visible and in‐ visible, but it is not necessary for citizens to have it already from that date, as they will obtain it when their valid documentation expires and needs renewing.

At the moment it is still manda‐ tory for all residents to take a re‐ cent photo when renewing the DNI, as well as the other require‐ ments requested, and as reported,

NEW DOCUMENT: Incorporates new security measures. this new model has been progres‐ sively implemented at the different dispatch points.

Among changes introduced on the new DNI, it includes the name in English ‐ National Identity Card ‐ since European regulations require that the words ‘identity document’

appear in at least one other official language of EU institutions, while on the obverse, the two‐letter code of the Member State ‐ ES in the case of Spain ‐ has also been added, printed in negative, in a blue rectangle, and surrounded by 12 yellow stars.

King and Queen begin holidays THE King and Queen of Spain are set to spend 10 days holidaying in Palma with their daughters Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofia. During their stay the family will mix both leisure activities and family relaxation in with official activities.

During the holiday the Royal family are expected to take part in multiple events on the island. Although with the ongoing coronavirus pandemic this means that the reception for the representatives of Balearic

society at the Palacio de la Almudaina has been sus‐ pended yet again. Felipe VI took part in the Copa del Rey Mapfre sailing competition on Monday, August 2.

He was spotted as he boarded the Armada sailing boat, the Aifos 500, as he set off from Porto Pi. As reported, “After last year's suspension due to the coronavirus crisis, the monarch is expected to take the helm in several regattas during the week, for which he has taken a Covid test like the rest of the participants.”

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Another baby Johnson BORIS JOHNSON is ex‐ pecting his second baby with wife Carrie Symonds.

The couple announced the news, saying that Boris Johnson and his wife are expecting their second baby later this year. Carrie Johnson said: “At the be‐ ginning of the year, I had a miscarriage which left me heartbroken. I feel incredi‐ bly blessed to be pregnant again but I’ve also felt like a bag of nerves. “Fertility issues can be really hard for many people.”

She added: “I found it a real comfort to hear from people who had also ex‐ perienced loss, so I hope that in some very small way sharing this might help others too.”

The couple already have one son, Wilfred.

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Jabbed with serum

ALICANTE residents who were mistakenly jabbed with serum, not the Pfizer vaccine, are set to receive a third dose of the Pfizer vaccine, to make sure that they are fully vaccinated.

This means that they will be‐ come the first people in Spain to receive a third jab of the Pfizer vaccine. This is something which is being considered for the gener‐ al population at the moment.

Spain’s regional Ministry of Health have recalled about 30 people in Alicante who received the second dose of the Pfizer coronavirus vaccination in Biar in Alicante. Sadly 12 of them were mistakenly given serum only.

The shocking mistake was spotted at the end of the day when alarm bells rang and health staff realised that a mis‐ take had been made. They dis‐ covered that 12 doses were not diluted correctly. This occurred on the day when people born in 1978 were being vaccinated.

The case has been analysed by public health experts, but it has not been possible to identify ex‐ actly who was injected with serum and who received the real

VACCINATIONS: Some residents will be receiving a third dose. deal. According to ABC, 30 people who received the vaccine on that day will receive a third dose.

This means that some people will be receiving their second dose while others will in fact be receiving a third dose.

The mayor of Biar said : “In this centre we also serve Cañada, Campo de Mirra and Benejama.

A few weeks ago there was a spike in cases and many PCRs were carried out, as well as main‐ taining a high rate of vaccina‐ tions. All of this with a low staff and we are very busy because no reinforcements are arriving.”

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Mayor’s car up in flames THE mayor of Belalcazar, Francisco Luis Fernández (PSOE) in Cordoba, was shocked to find that his car had been set ablaze at around 4am on Tuesday Ju‐ ly 27.

According to reports the mayor confirmed that a neighbour of his was able to alert him to the fact that the car had been set on fire as he was leaving for work and spotted the blaze. The

Cat’s loud music

LOCAL POLICE were called to an apartment in Lugo after neighbours complained that they could not sleep due to loud music playing. To the surprise of the officers, there was no par‐ ty or people inside the property, instead, they found a clever cat that had managed to turn the sound system up to maxi‐ mum volume!

After attending the building and realising that there wasn’t a party being held, they managed to contact the owner of the apartment, who was out of the area, who informed them that “what had activated the stereo was his cat that was left in the house, since it has the habit of turning on the music equipment with its foot and turning the volume wheel.”

The owner returned to the residence immediately.

mayor rushed out to extin‐ guish the blaze, however it caused damage to both the bonnet of the vehicle and two of the wheels.

The mayor has raised concerns that only a fort‐ night ago a city council lorry was also set alight alongside a further four or five cars in the town along with others in the nearby town of Hino‐ josa del Duque.

Guardia Civil are already investigating the blaze of the mayor’s car and how it occurred.

The mayor is hopeful that the responsible parties will soon be found. He ex‐ plained that all the blazes had been set in the same manner where “they put barbecue tablets on the tyres, light them and leave.”

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THE Consorcio de Transporte Metropolitano Costa de Huelva, has opened an online voting process on the internet, which asks residents to offer their choice of a name for the Huelva Bus Station, being given a choice of names already drawn up by a commission made up of representatives of the Consortium itself, and from Huelva Town Hall.

On the website www.unnombreparat

Get choosing a new name uestacion.com, running until September 5, the public can log in and choose to vote from a variety of names, including, Puerta Atlantico, Huelva Origen, Zenobia Camprubi, or Tres de Agosto, and each participant who enters a vote will receive a Trans-

portation Card from the Consortium, worth €200.

Jose Manuel Correa, the Junta de Andalucia’s regional representative for Development, said that, “after more than a quarter of a century since the station opened, a

Summer learning IN-FLIGHT language‐learning ebooks are being of‐ fered across the easyJet network this summer ‐ great for British expat grandkids to surprise every‐ one with when they finally return to Spain.

According to easyJet, all 300 aircraft have been loaded with free introductory access to the Mizzi Mozzi series of children’s books written in seven Eu‐ ropean languages.

A total of 84 digital titles are being made available to passengers for free via easy to use QR codes, just requiring to scan with a mobile phone.

The newly forged partnership with children’s book series Mizzi Mozzi offers interactive stories that en‐ courage readers to discover foreign languages, in‐ cluding French, Spanish, Italian, German, Portuguese, Greek and English. “easyJet is excited to be taking as many families as we can on that long‐awaited family holiday this sum‐ mer. Kids around Europe have missed out on so much in the past 18 months, including learning about

EASYJET: Helping children to learn. different cultures and languages whilst visiting for‐ eign places. That’s why we are delighted to be re‐ launching our Flybraries service onboard all our flights this summer to help kids learn languages whilst flying with us.

“We know travel has the power to inspire and provide rewarding and memorable experiences for children of all ages, so we are thrilled to team up with Mizzi Mozzi and Nebra Sky to introduce new, interac‐ tive ways for our customers to spend their time on‐ board with us,” said Johan Lundgren, easyJet CEO.

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comprehensive reform was more than necessary to adapt these facilities to the new times, not only for its modernisation, but also to bring it closer and more integrated with the city of Huelva, and giving it a choice of a name with which citizens can identify it, is essential,” adding, “each year about four million passengers use this terminal and it is a gateway for tourism in the province.”

Electricity continues to soar IN Spain the price of electricity for consumers in the regulated market is predicted to stay at shockingly high prices until the end of the year. The government made this forecast on Wednesday, July 28, according to the minister for Ecological Transition, Teresa Ribera.

Ribera appeared alongside the Minister of Economy, Nadia Calviño.

They confirmed that electricity prices will be in the high range for the remainder of the year. This is due to the fact that gas prices are high at the moment.

In Spain the system which controls electricity charges uses the price of the most expensive electricity generated.

Unfortunately, the most expensive electricity is generated by gas-fired power stations, so gas prices hit the electricity market and push-up the entire electricity bill.

Ribera explained that high gas prices also mean that electricity companies have to pay a higher amount for CO2 emission rights.

This of course also hits consumers in the long run as the cost is passed on to users.

Spain is in the middle of a system change that hopes to promote renewables and fix this problem in the long term.

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Spanish cities among ‘Top 100 Destinations’ THE famous American Time magazine has published its prestigious list of the 100 best destinations in the world for 2021, a list compiled after consulting with their network of correspondents, journalists, and collaborators.

Featured in this year’s Top 100 list are the two Spanish cities of Caceres, in the au‐ tonomous community of Ex‐ tremadura, and Santiago de Compostela, which is the capi‐ tal of the autonomous com‐ munity of Galicia, in the north‐ west of Spain.

The old town of Caceres, is a unique mix of Roman, Islamic, Gothic, and Renaissance archi‐ tecture, surrounded by large stone walls, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also the home of the recently inau‐ gurated €20 million, 8,000m², Helga de Alvear Museum, a very important private collec‐ tion of international contem‐ porary art, including hundreds

of works collected over a life‐ time by German art collector and dealer, Helga de Alvear.

The second city, Santiago de Compostela, was essential in a Jacobean Year, and as Time points out, the cathedral now looks like never before, “Its or‐ nate Baroque façade is unob‐

structed by renovation works for the first time in eight years.

Hungry pilgrims can also enjoy the best cod in Spain in Solleiros, in nearby Praza de Mazarelos,” after it obtained that qualification in a contest last year in which 230 restau‐ rateurs participated.

A chilly start to August AUGUST in Spain is normally awaited with some trepidation as temperatures can soar to unbearable levels, but August has started off with 10 provincial capitals having temperatures lower than 10 degrees.

The temperatures were recorded during the early hours of the morning after a cold air mass made its passage felt.

According to the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), Spain has felt a general decrease in temperatures across the weekend, something that is not normally expected as August begins.

As reported, thermometers in Leon and Soria only reached six degrees, while in Burgos and Teruel registered only one degree more, and Avila and Palencia two more, at just eight degrees.”

Sunday morning saw temperatures of nine degrees in other areas such as Cuenca, Lugo, Segovia and Vitoria. Meanwhile 10 degrees were seen in Pamplona, Salamanca, Oviedo and Logroño.

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Mobile app upgrade JET2 and Jet2holidays have upgraded their easy‐to‐ac‐ cess mobile app to include negative Covid test results.

New functionality which has recently been added to the Jet2 and Jet2holidays

mobile app allows customers to upload and store impor‐ tant travel documents.

These include overseas country entry forms and neg‐ ative Covid‐19 test results which can be stored in one

Email not fake THE Social security offices have assured the self‐employed sector that an email sent from their official email address is not to be sus‐ pected of being fake.

With the increasing everyday reports involving identity theft, phishing, and fraudulent emails, deliberately claiming to have orig‐ inated from official bodies, the General Treasury of Social Security has issued a warning to the self‐employed sector in Spain, via its Twitter account, that it does in fact communicate with people by email, and that workers should be aware of that when checking their emails.

Posting on Twitter, the entity wrote, “The Treasury is sending an e‐Informative mail to all the self‐employed regarding debts and account charges. The sender is noreply@seg‐social.es. It is not a fraud.”

This warning is designed to clarify to the self‐employed sector that any emails received from the noreply@seg‐social.es are sent via a secure line, and that opening it, or clicking on any links includ‐ ed in the mail, are safe, and bring attention to the fact that they do use the ‘noreply’ as part of their email address, which might cause suspicion or confusion normally.

location in a ‘useful docu‐ ments’ folder.

“As a result of government travel requirements, there are additional documents for holidaymakers to be aware of such as test results and passenger locator forms.

“As we start to welcome back more customers and in‐ crease our offering to include flights and holidays to over 40 quarantine‐free destina‐ tions, we want to make the process of travelling with us as smooth as possible.

“For this reason, we are in‐ troducing functionality for customers to upload their own travel documents to a central location within the Jet2.com and Jet2holidays apps.

“The new feature allows customers to store all their Covid‐19 related health and travel documents in one place, eliminating the need for unnecessary paperwork and helping to make travel as easy and fuss‐free as possi‐ ble,” said Chief Executive Steve Heapy.

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International cruises restart INTERNATIONAL cruises have resumed from the UK since August 2 after a stag‐ gering 16‐ month break due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Cruises restarting will undoubtedly benefit ho‐ tels, tour guides, port opera‐ tors and travel agencies along with other businesses too.

Many people have been

Reduced AP-9 tolls THE drastic reduction of the tolls on the AP‐9 has been approved thanks to bonuses granted by the central government. This means that many drivers in Spain will save money. The reduction in fees came into force on Thursday, July 29 after the Official State Gazette (BOE) was published on July 28.

The reduction in tolls will see drivers save a staggering €2.3 bil‐ lion by the end of 2048. Sanchez had previously said that the reduc‐ tion in tolls would “allow traffic to be diverted from alternative routes, and will give thousands of Galicians economic relief.”

eagerly awaiting the chance to hop on board and enjoy an international cruise for a long time now. Double jabbed travellers arriving at UK ports from the EU and the US will not have to self‐ isolate according to the UK government from August 2.

The news was announced on Wednesday, July 28.

Domestic cruises have

been running for some time now but international cruis‐ es were still banned. Travel advice for international cruises will be amended by the government. The travel advice “will be amended to encourage travellers to un‐ derstand the risks associated with cruise travel and take personal responsibility for their own safety.”

Burger King buyout CINVEN are hoping to acquire the ownership of the Burger King fran‐ chise in Spain, with ING and Santander working hard to put the fi‐ nancing together for the deal.

The financing led by Jorge Quemada is set to buy the majority stake in Burger King Spain, and ac‐ cording to reports they are set to sign a loan of

New ownership plans.

€500 million.

At the moment the Burger King brand rights in Spain, Portugal, Gibral‐ tar and Andorra are held

by Restaurant Brands Iberia which was founded in 1981. They also own the rights to Tim Hortons and Popeyes in Spain.

This new transaction will refinance debt accrued in 2019 when it closed with nearly €400 million in debt, as reported in the Spanish press.

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Memorial to fallen police officers THE Prince of Wales paid tribute to the “valour and sacrifice” of police officers and staff at the unveiling of a national memorial dedicated to those who have “laid down their lives to keep us safe.”

The memorial commemorates nearly 5,000 police officers and staff who have died whilst on du‐ ty, 1,500 of those being from acts of violence, since half‐brothers Henry and John Fielding estab‐ lished the Bow Street Runners in 1749. Among the invited guests was Boris johnson, Priti Patel, Metropolitan Police Commission‐ er Dame Cressida Dick, chief con‐ stables from forces across the UK, representatives from policing

charities and families of those who have been killed.

Charles said during the cere‐ mony: “To those of you with per‐ sonal experience of the sudden, unexpected and tragic loss of someone in the police service, whether you are here today, viewing from home, or attending one of the many services within your constabularies, I can only of‐ fer the assurance of my most heartfelt thoughts and prayers.

“On behalf of the nation, I would particularly like to express my profound gratitude for the valour and sacrifice of those who have laid down their lives to keep us safe, to remember their fami‐ lies who mourn, and to recognise

those who continue to serve in order to safeguard our freedoms.

“Whilst our expressions of ap‐ preciation will always be hope‐ lessly inadequate and, unfortu‐ nately, make the anguish no easier to bear, I do pray that this memorial will not only provide a hallowed place for us all to pay tribute to each of them, but also the reassurance that those who have given their lives so selflessly will leave a lasting legacy and will never be forgotten.”

A minute’s silence was also held to pay respect to all those from the police service who have died whilst on duty and Charles then led a wreath‐laying ceremo‐ ny.

Ryanair seeks cabin crew RYANAIR, the first airline in Europe, has announced a major cabin crew recruit‐ ment campaign in Spain, while the air‐ line continues to recover and strengthen after the Covid‐19 pandemic.

Ryanair has renewed its association with Crewlink, a company specialising in cabin crew recruitment and training. The training will take place in the most ad‐ vanced cabin crew training centres in Europe and is scheduled to be ready be‐ fore next summer 2022.

In addition, Ryanair recently received its first Boeing 737‐8200 Gamechanger aircraft, which will help the company to reduce costs, fuel consumption, noise and CO2 emissions. This investment in a new fleet reinforces Ryanair’s environ‐ mental commitment, positioning it as

the greenest and cleanest airline in Eu‐ rope, and also creates these new job op‐ portunities for cabin crew.

Mark Duffy, Deputy Director HR‐ Head of Talent at Ryanair, said : “We are very pleased to announce this cabin crew re‐ cruitment campaign with positions avail‐ able in Spain, as well as at other Ryanair bases in Europe and the UK. “Throughout the pandemic, Ryanair has worked closely with our people to preserve jobs and we are delighted to begin planning for a return to growth in the coming years as we recover from the Covid‐19 crisis and grow to reach 200 million passengers in fiscal 2026. Cer‐ tainly, the right candidates will have to have excellent customer service skills and love to travel.”

Renfe historical train purchase ISAÍAS Táboas, the presi‐ dent of Renfe, and Leopol‐ do Maestu, the president of Alstom Spain and Portugal, have together signed an award contract, which, with an endowment of €1,447 million is ‘the largest in the history of the railway in Spain’, as the company ac‐ quired 152 high‐capacity Cercanías trains from Al‐ stom.

This award was approved

by the Renfe Board of Di‐ rectors last March, and in‐ cludes, in addition to the 152 trains, the parts of the fleet, the initial warehouse of spare parts and their tools, and the maintenance of 56 vehicles for 15 years.

As both parties reported in a statement on Monday, July 26, the trains will be manufactured in the Indus‐ trial Centre that the compa‐ ny has in Santa Perpetua de

Mogoda, in Barcelona, and will allow the creation of some 500 direct jobs, plus another 1,000 indirect ones.

Each of the new trains will have a capacity of at least 900 seats, 20 per cent more than the current Civia, will be fully accessi‐ ble to people with reduced mobility, and will minimise the time of getting off and on for passengers.

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PRIME MINISTER Boris John‐ son has denied that plans to spend over £200 million on a new royal yacht are a waste of money.

Labour leader Sir Kier Starmer has said that Johnson should use the money on tackling anti‐social behaviour instead of on the ves‐ sel, however, Johnson insisted that the new “national flagship” yacht would attract foreign in‐ vestment by enabling Britain to “show itself off to the world”.

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£200m royal yacht Female recruit makes history the UK, not just in shipbuilding but across every sector of the UK,” he said.

“It is a project that will not only help to revive the ship building in‐ dustry in this country, drive im‐ mediate jobs and growth for young people, immediate job op‐ portunities for young people in a sector in which this country used to lead the world,” Johnson said.

“But when you consider the opportunity for the UK, as we

compete now for inward invest‐ ment in the UK, we need a fo‐ rum, a place where the best of British business and industry can come together to showcase what we have to offer, and, you know what I mean by, by MIPIM, the world trade fairs, the expos.”

The yacht is to be paid for out of the Ministry of Defence bud‐ get, however, Downing Street has confirmed the ship will be for trade purposes.

Secret agent spies CORINNA ZU SAYN-WITTGENSTEIN , the exlover of King Juan Carlos claims secret agents drilled a hole in her bedroom window and hacked her phone.

Sayn-Wittgenstein, aged 57, had a long affair with Juan Carlos, the disgraced former Spanish monarch. Juan Carlos is married to Queen Sofia, and the affair took place between 2004 and 2009.

High Court documents have revealed that the ex-mistress believes that Juan Carlos set spies on her and had her followed in the UK and that he also ordered them to her go to her

Shropshire estate where she believes they drilled a hole through her bedroom window.

The ex-mistress has lodged a complaint with the High Court in London and is suing the former monarch amid claims that he harassed her from ‘from 2012 until the present time’. Juan Carlos abdicated in 2014.

The ex-king made his escape to Abu Dhabi last year and Ms Sayn-Wittgenstein alleges that he launched a surveillance campaign against her. She claims that he had both secret agents and the Spanish intelligence service on her trail.

H A N N A H K N A P T O N has made military history by beating scores of male offi‐ cer cadets at the legendary British Royal Military Academy of Sandhurst to become the first female re‐ cruit to ever be selected to lead a battalion of the fa‐ mous fighting regiment.

Upon completion of her final exercise at Sandhurst she will receive the coveted maroon beret with its winged cap‐badge, after passing out as a 2nd Lieu‐ tenant, and will attend the Academy’s commissioning ball wearing her regimental mess kit for the first time, having already been inter‐ viewed by a board of senior Parachute Regiment offi‐ cers.

As reported, a Sandhurst source said of Hannah, “This is a remarkable achievement. For any offi‐ cer, commanding para‐ troopers is a daunting prospect. The pressure is huge because the regi‐ ment’s standards are so

HANNAH (first left): Had to pass strict enduring training. high ‐ and if an officer is not cutting it the blokes won’t respect them. To be the first woman to find her‐ self in this role, that’s going to take a lot of courage and composure on her part.”

They continued, “The regiment is fortunate that it can select its officers from the cream of the crop at Sandhurst, the best of the best, so she must be per‐ forming very highly there.

Only eight cadets from scores who applied were in‐ vited to interview and Han‐ nah is one of five to go for‐ ward from there. They

wouldn’t be putting her for‐ ward if they didn’t think she’s got what it takes.”

Hannah has had to pass the same strict, enduring training that her male col‐ leagues did, with no al‐ lowances being made for her gender, and as with the soldiers she will eventually command, Hannah has to pass the brutal infamous entry test know as ‘P Com‐ pany’, which outside of se‐ lection for the special forces is the toughest test in the British military, and includes a parachuting course.

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EUROPEAN NIBS DENMARK

FRANCE

EXPO 2020

Molotov cocktails

AFTER several years of indecision and a pandemic, the Danish Government has finally decided to participate alongside around 190 other countries in EXPO 2020 in Dubai which runs for six months from October 1. Already major companies such as Lego have signed up.

THREE Molotov cocktails (petrol bombs) were thrown at the Cuban Embassy in Paris with two hitting it and starting small fires which were quickly put out by Cuban diplomats before the fire brigade arrived on the scene. No-one has claimed responsibility for the attack.

THE NETHERLANDS

NORWAY

Better late

Parking fee

THE container ship Ever Given, which famously closed the Suez Canal in March when it got stuck with some 20,000 containers on board finally arrived in Rotterdam at the end of July, four months later than originally planned. Hopefully the container’s contents remain undamaged.

A NORWEGIAN court has ruled that hotel chain Scandic may no longer charge parking fees for cars and motor homes visiting the North Cape as it considers the area to be public land and the fact that Scandic charged for parking is effectively an entrance fee.

BELGIUM

FINLAND

Speeding fines

Beautiful word

IN Brussels, the margin of tolerance for speeding cars was very high as no-one was fined unless they were travelling at more than 47kph in a 30kph zone, but that is all changing as the Belgian Government is now withdrawing all tolerances completely.

FINNISH language magazine Me Naiset invited readers to vote in a poll of 75 words to choose the most beautiful word in the Finnish language and with 11.6 per cent of 21,500 participants voting for it, the word ‘äiti’ (mother) was the clear winner.

GERMANY

SWEDEN

Women allowed

Faster ferries

FOR 500 years, hundreds of men jumped into a canal in the town of Memmingen annually to try to catch a trout as the canal is drained for cleaning and the man with the biggest trout is declared Fisher King. Now a court has ruled that women may take part.

THE Swedish ferry company Stena Line is to introduce two new larger and faster ferries on the route between Ventspils in Latvia and Nynäshamn in Sweden which is the shortest route between the Baltic States and Scandinavia. The vessels will carry passengers and freight.

FINANCE BUSINESS EXTRA High times BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO, the UK’s largest manufacturer of cigarettes wants to project a healthier image and diversify so now says that it sees cannabis as an important part of its future plans after having taken a stake in a Canadian cannabis producer.

Glovo plans FOOD delivery company Glovo plans to employ 2,000 delivery people (mainly cyclists) in Spain to comply with new employment laws, but will also introduce new procedures to allow it to continue to work with freelance riders who will decide their own rates and work schedules.

Golden welcome DUE to the chronic shortage of qualified HGV drivers in the UK, supermarket chain Tesco is offering a £1,000 (€1,100) joining bonus to any new driver who comes to work with them before September 30. The Road Haulage Association estimates that there is a 100,000 shortfall.

Santander Bank SANTANDER Bank’s decision to reduce its workforce to assist efficiency and profits appears to have worked as 3,572 employees have been made redundant of which around a third were aged between 58 and 61. Almost 100 per cent of those who left applied for voluntary redundancy.

Christmas toy price hike WITH Christmas just around the corner, parents and grandparents must be prepared for an increase in the cost of toys.

This is the warning given by the CEO of Mattel, owner of the Barbie franchise, Ynon Kreiz in an interview with the BBC. The company has just announced second quarter turnover of $1.026 billion (€860 million) but confirmed that there was a significant rise in costs of raw materials and shipping, as the global economy recovers from the pandemic, which will be passed on to consumers.

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STAT OF WEEK

€1.552

billion is the amount of profit that analysts are forecasting for Spanish Bank BBVA in the first half of 2021 compared to a €1.157 billion half year loss in 2020.

Morrisons takeover THERE is some doubt con‐ cerning the feasibility of a takeover as Morrisons’ share price is higher than the value of the offer by Fortune con‐ sortium.

A statement from Mor‐ risons’ largest shareholder Silchester International said “it is not inclined to support” the £6.3 (€6.93) billion pri‐ vate equity‐backed takeover deal for the supermarket chain. Although the Mor‐ risons’ board has recom‐ mended the deal, it has to be

approved by 75 per cent of shareholders and Silchester owns 15.14 per cent, so is in a very strong position to try to influence the outcome of the bid.

The offer on the table is £2.52p (€2.79c) per share plus a small dividend, but it ap‐ pears that the market be‐ lieves this to be less than the company is worth as for more than a week the share price has hovered around £2.66 (€2.93).

In addition, the takeover

LEGALLY SPEAKING

would see a reduction in debt of £3.2 (€3.52) billion.

Silchester International said there was “little in the recommended offer that could not be achieved by the supermarket as a listed com‐ pany” and added “Silchester encourages Morrisons’ board to allow more time to re‐ spond to other parties who might offer better value to Morrisons’ public sharehold‐ ers.”

There is still the possibility that Amazon may step in to

make an offer before the shareholders vote on August 16 and with new members joining the Fortune consor‐ tium there is also the possibili‐ ty that it may be forced to in‐ crease its offer before the vote.

Some experts argue that Morrisons has undervalued its properties and therefore if it undertook a review, share‐ holders would see the value of the company increase con‐ siderably rather than let the consortium benefit.

Is a will needed?

Can all flats pay the same?

My urbanisation in Mallorca has four blocks, and a total of 16 apartments. We pay our com‐ munity fees based upon the size of each apartment.

But every apartment (regardless of the size) pays the same amount towards the sinking fund. Is this legally correct? The president would like to have all of the ur‐ banisation repainted at a cost of €100,000. His idea is to fund this by taking €20,000 from the sinking fund, and the remaining €80,000 by a one‐time €5,000 charge from each apartment owner. Can he request the same amount from the smallest apartment owners as the largest?

The Hori‐ zontal Law in Article 9, para‐ YOU AND THE LAW graph (f), states IN SPAIN clearly that mem‐ bers of the community shall contribute to the reserve fund according to their quotas, that is, their assigned community fees. However, it also provides in paragraph (e) for the establishment of other systems. If the AGM votes a special assessment which is larger than three months of community fees, a member can refuse to pay it. Any member who feels that a decision of the AGM has seriously prejudiced his interests can go to court to impugn the results of the vote.

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.

ON July 27, gas infrastructure oper‐ ator Enagas confirmed first half fig‐ ures down on 2020 at €213.1 mil‐ lion compared to €236 million.

In an 11‐page document it ex‐ plained that its subsidiaries and its efficiency plan were paying off, helping to meet the 2021‐2026 reg‐ ulatory framework, which came in‐ to effect in January of this year.

Two main subsidiaries, Tallgrass

Easier exports SMALL UK businesses looking to export into the European Union now have the opportu‐ nity to do so more easily and with less red tape.

On July 1 this year, the Eu‐ ropean Union introduced the Import One‐Stop Shop (IOSS) scheme.

The new system simplifies current VAT registration re‐ quirements for selling into the EU, making it easier for busi‐ nesses to grow, stay compliant and protect their profitability.

The IOSS scheme applies to goods being sold into the EU with a total consignment val‐ ue under €150.

The EU has also removed the €22 import VAT exemp‐ tion, so businesses not using IOSS will have to pay import VAT on all goods being sold in‐ to the EU.

Unemployment Golden Leaves will advise you.

numbers fall

MANY clients ask about their will when they are taking out a pre‐paid funeral plan with Golden Leaves.

Golden Leaves does not require their clients to have a will in place. However, if they do have one, it should be reviewed when taking out a funeral plan to decide whether a new one is re‐ quired. This can be arranged by Golden Leaves.

Regarding whether the will should be in Spanish or English, this and whether wills in both languages are required, will depend on where the person’s assets are held.

The services included in Golden Leaves’ Funeral Plans have not been affected by Brexit, although some additional services may have changed.

Golden Leaves’ Funeral Plans have a fixed cost, although when you have chosen one, you can then add extras to tailor it to your needs. An example of this is the coffin or urn, which is included in the price, but can be changed at a small extra charge to suit your taste.

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UNEMPLOYMENT in Spain fell by 15.26 per cent in the second quarter of 2021 according to figures released by the Nation‐ al Statistics Institute (INE).

This was slightly down on the first quarter figures but is still a positive sign of how the workforce is recovering follow‐ ing the pandemic and lock‐ down.

The number of employed persons increased by 464,000 in the second quarter of 2021 compared to the previous quarter to 19,671,700.

A separate statement by Economy Minister Nadia Calvi‐ no said that the government was forecasting unemploy‐ ment to be 15 per cent by the end of 2021 and 1 per cent low‐ er in 2022.

Enagas figures are down Energy in the USA and the Trans Adri‐ atic Pipeline (TAP) which started last November ‐ have generated 48.1 per cent more to overall income than in the same period in 2020 due to new efficiency plans, expenditure has been cut by 5.3 per cent.

This allowed Enagas to pay share‐

holders a final dividend of €1 and to retain more than €3 billion in cash assets and undrawn lines of credit.

It confirmed that Spanish gas sales were 6.3 per cent higher than last year and residential sales were buoyant partly because of the Jan‐ uary storm, whilst industrial de‐

mand was rising thanks to the end of the lockdown and return to work.

Business is positive in Chile, Greece, Mexico and Peru and the company is investing significant amounts in generating renewable energy.

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C LOSING P RICES A UGUST 3

COMPANY PRICE(P) 3I Group 1.284,00 Admiral Group 3.437,00 Anglo American 3.349,00 Antofagasta 1.534,00 Ashtead Group 5.302,00 Associated British Foods 2.012,00 AstraZeneca 8.321,00 Auto Trader Group Plc 656,8 Avast 583,2 Aveva 3.984,00 Aviva 387,35 B&M European Value Ret. 560,2 BAE Systems 576,43 Bank VTB DRC 1,336 Barclays 177,29 Barratt Developments 714 Berkeley 4.902,00 BHP Group 2.350,50 BP 299,55 British American Tobacco 2.707,70 British Land Company 513,2 BT Group 177,15 Bunzl 2.660,00 Burberry Group 2.113,40 Carnival 1.430,60 Centrica 46,65 Coca Cola HBC AG 2.751,00 Compass 1.512,50 CRH 3.645,00 Croda Intl 8.600,00 DCC 6.042,00 Diageo 3.612,00 DS Smith 427 EasyJet 837,2 Experian 3.228,00 Ferguson 10.090,00 Flutter Entertainment 12.315,00 Fresnillo 843,6 GlaxoSmithKline 1.439,46 Glencore 329,9 Halma 2.928,30 Hargreaves Lansdown 1.630,00 Hikma Pharma 2.685,00 HSBC 396,35 IAG 172,86 Imperial Brands 1.568,00 Informa 493 InterContinental 4.747,00 Intermediate Capital 2.193,00 Interte 5.198,00

CHANGE(P) 1.282,00 3.387,00 3.284,00 1.515,50 5.293,00 2.012,00 8.266,00 653,6 580,8 3.958,00 387 556 575,8 1,336 176,04 702,8 4.852,00 2.321,50 295,76 2.703,10 512,6 174,75 2.648,00 2.105,70 1.426,00 45,84 2.741,00 1.511,50 3.602,00 8.476,00 6.000,00 3.584,50 424,29 836 3.185,00 10.069,00 12.305,00 821,69 1.430,12 324,91 2.903,00 1.625,00 2.667,00 395,05 172,43 1.557,00 491,55 4.743,00 2.150,00 5.138,00

% CHG. -0,70% 1,60% 1,49% 0,89% -1,23% -0,89% 0,57% -0,24% -0,85% 0,05% -0,17% 0,04% -1,06% -0,60% 0,79% 0,42% 0,47% 0,09% 3,38% 0,14% -1,23% 1,40% -0,52% -0,55% -0,64% 1,48% 0,51% -0,43% 0,77% 1,25% 0,37% 0,32% 0,21% -1,09% 0,47% 0,25% -1,16% 2,53% 0,83% 0,95% 0,22% -0,43% 0,37% 0,05% -0,35% 0,71% -0,50% -0,46% -0,05% 0,78%

NET VOL 28,98K 5,10K 364,97K 62,93K 14,58K 62,92K 189,18K 76,91K 109,99K 15,15K 159,13K 253,52K 85,97K 61,07K 426,69K 91,26K 12,77K 301,54K 1,43M 25,27K 82,06K 1,82M 37,99K 10,88K 86,38K 1,36M 4,81K 88,35K 84,56K 16,12K 5,60K 149,46K 9,71K 273,57K 110,19K 0,67K 0,54K 158,48K 158,62K 856,76K 2,68K 15,88K 25,50K 354,25K 1,45M 98,23K 19,12K 0,87K 2,09K 118,05K

COMPANY

PRICE(P)

ITV 113,35 J Sainsbury 290,1 Johnson Matthey 2.968,00 Land Securities 718,2 Legal & General 264,7 Lloyds Banking 46,47 London Stock Exchange 7.508,00 Meggitt 734,2 Melrose Industries 164,15 Mondi 2.008,00 National Grid 930,2 NatWest Group 208 Next 7.902,00 Norilskiy Nikel ADR 34,86 Ocado 1.864,00 Persimmon 2.930,00 Phoenix 681,13 Prudential 1.346,50 Reckitt Benckiser 5.642,00 Relx 2.133,00 Rentokil 564,6 Rightmove 730,8 Rio Tinto PLC 6.254,00 Rolls-Royce Holdings 102,55 Rosneft DRC 7,49 Royal Dutch Shell A 1.463,51 Royal Dutch Shell A 1.464,00 Royal Dutch Shell B 1.445,80 Sage 712 Samsung Electronics DRC 1.774,00 Sberban 16,91 Schroders 3.672,00 Scottish Mortgage 1.326,24 Segro 1.226,00 Severn Trent 2.811,20 Smith & Nephew 1.434,00 Smiths Group 1.461,90 Spirax-Sarco Engineering 15.205,00 SSE 1.474,00 St. James’s Place 1.608,50 Standard Chartered 442,1 Standard Life Aberdeen 287,32 Taylor Wimpey 165,91 Tesco 234 Tui 326,38 Unilever 4.149,10 United Utilities 1.079,50 Vodafone Group PLC 117,16 Whitbread 3.084,00 WPP 937,8

CHANGE(P)

% CHG.

NET VOL

113,09 285,33 2.938,00 716,8 264,6 46,39 7.458,00 727,2 164,15 1.990,50 926,1 205,3 7.884,00 34,55 1.860,50 2.895,00 680,28 1.346,00 5.580,00 2.113,00 560 720,2 6.173,00 102,23 7,46 1.455,20 1.456,20 1.434,80 707,54 1.768,00 16,81 3.669,00 1.323,81 1.220,00 2.807,00 1.423,00 1.461,90 15.050,00 1.465,00 1.607,00 436,14 286,2 164,75 232,89 325,99 4.125,60 1.075,00 116,5 3.074,00 932,2

-0,87% 1,72% 0,20% -0,50% -0,11% 0,51% 0,11% -0,11% -2,52% 0,20% 0,25% 1,61% -0,88% 0,49% -0,16% 0,62% -0,51% -1,25% 0,48% 0,80% -0,56% 1,64% 0,61% -0,90% -0,05% 0,63% 0,73% 0,84% -0,22% 2,72% 0,59% -0,54% -0,25% -0,20% -0,21% -0,35% -7,00% 0,07% 0,68% -0,83% 1,24% -0,21% 0,04% 0,17% -1,49% 0,39% -0,18% 0,31% 0,03% 0,30%

136,82K 201,50K 21,41K 82,70K 212,30K 6,30M 27,53K 1,81M 879,40K 7,95K 174,18K 1,64M 7,15K 54,37K 65,64K 8,87K 21,35K 216,17K 151,05K 34,29K 113,78K 206,95K 35,31K 1,03M 0,86K 19,69K 19,77K 73,89K 6,05K 2,88K 24,48K 9,86K 126,22K 105,17K 4,53K 318,92K 165,65K 3,19K 13,57K 79,29K 171,11K 183,88K 100,56K 222,19K 101,76K 19,82K 102,75K 5,64M 30,49K 120,88K

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0.85333

Units per €

US dollar (USD) ......................................1.18789 Japan yen (JPY)......................................129.705 Switzerland franc (CHF) .........................1.07477 Denmark kroner (DKK) ...........................7.43803 Norway kroner (NOK) .............................10.4245

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

PRICE 197,52 2.719,80 3.331,48 239,79 145,52 225,34 205,16 101,63 55,45 56,88 351,95 378,19 327,22 232,42 141,42 53,68 172,27 151,17 240,1 76,18 284,82 168,75 141,88 240,86 709,67 415,57 55,76 239,78 142,22 175,55

CHANGE 197,43 2693,40 3317,00 238,37 145,25 224,87 204,95 101,56 55,26 56,71 350,74 375,75 326,42 232,22 141,03 53,53 171,3 151,07 239,69 76,14 283,74 168,03 140,8 238,88 698,4 412,81 55,68 238,37 141,67 175,31

CHANGE% VOLUME(M) -0,21% 1,33M 0,57% 1,01M 0,12% 3,35M -0,72% 1,85M -0,23% 62,88M -0,50% 8,89M -0,77% 3,98M -0,18% 8,91M 0,14% 12,47M -0,26% 9,78M -1,22% 13,18M 0,88% 2,38M -0,30% 2,02M -0,59% 2,03M 0,33% 2,93M -0,07% 18,10M 0,04% 3,72M -0,40% 10,20M -1,08% 2,69M -0,90% 9,08M -0,03% 16,27M 0,74% 5,53M -0,25% 7,01M -0,44% 3,53M 3,27% 33,62M 0,81% 1,81M -0,04% 13,83M -2,68% 9,99M -0,23% 6,65M -0,27% 5,85M M - MILLION DOLLARS

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COMPANY

CHANGE NET / %

VOLUME

Most Advanced Shopify Inc. Cl A Square Inc. Cl A MSCI Inc. Deckers Outdoor Corp.

Clear Secure Inc. Cable One Inc. AutoZone Inc. Mettler-Toledo International Inc. Anthem Inc. BlackRock Inc. Twilio Inc. Cl A

2.58% 10.16% 2.51% 3.32% 25.63% 0.64% 0.64% 0.44% 1.64% 0.70% 1.60%

1.43M 45.73M 313K 633.14K 1.66M 34.98K 150.29K 134.32K 803.43K 386.14K 1.58M

-0.05% -11.18% -4.62% -6.13% -0.92% -2.77% -6.66% -0.84% -0.77% -0.46% -5.70%

1.24K 8.55M 1.27M 680.92K 26.49K 3.43M 8.89M 14.28K 450 834 995.89K

Most Declined Berkshire Hathaway Inc. Cl A Global Payments Inc. Generac Holdings Inc. Fiverr International Ltd. Texas Pacific Land Corp.

Mastercard Inc. Fidelity National Information Services Inc. White Mountains Insurance Group Ltd. U.S. Bancorp Dep. Pfd. ...

Danaher Corp. 5% Mand. Pfd. Series B Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Co. Ltd.

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Currency outlook: Coronavirus resurgence bolsters the US dollar, Euro sees brief spike after ECB alters inflation target

LOOKING AHEAD: The pound could face an uphill battle in August.

ASK THE EXPERT Peter Loveday Contact me at euroweekly@currenciesdirect.com

Euro EUR/GBP: Unchanged at £0.85 EUR/USD: Down from $1.19 to $1.17 The euro has faced some headwinds this month, as a notable pickup in the US dollar has weighed on the single currency as a result of the strong negative correlation between the pairing.

The euro did enjoy a brief spike after the Euro‐ pean Central Bank (ECB) adopted a new inflation target, a move which was deemed to have bol‐ stered its credibility.

However, the ECB’s latest rate decision proved to be less supportive of EUR exchange rates, with the euro retreating after the bank sig‐ nalled that interest rates are likely to remain on hold for quite some time yet.

Looking ahead, a resurgence of coronavirus cases in Europe could act as a headwind for the euro in the coming weeks, and offset the sup‐ port of some positive EUR data releases.

Pound GBP/EUR: Unchanged at €1.16 GBP/USD: Down from $1.38 to $1.37 The pound has traded in a wide range over the past four weeks, mostly as a result of mixed coronavirus developments in the UK. While Sterling sentiment was initially buoyed by the government’s decision to lift all remaining restrictions in England, this has becoming in‐ creasingly undermined by an alarming rise in do‐ mestic coronavirus cases.

This resulted in the pound plummeting in the second half of July as GBP investors began to question the sustainability of the reopening.

Also infusing some volatility in Sterling has been some conflicting messages from within the

Bank of England (BoE), in regards to whether the bank should look towards tapering its stimulus programme in the coming months.

Looking ahead, we could see the pound face an uphill battle in August if UK coronavirus infec‐ tions continue to surge at a worrying pace, while the BoE’s next rate decision will be closely watched by GBP investors seeking more clarity on the bank’s policy outlook.

US Dollar USD/GBP: Up from £0.71 to £0.72 USD/EUR: Up from €0.83 to €0.84 The US dollar enjoyed broad support through‐ out much of July, as souring market sentiment prompted investors to favour the safe‐haven ‘greenback’.

This came amidst a resurgence of coronavirus cases in many parts of the world and the result‐ ing uncertainty over the global economic recov‐ ery.

Also helping to reinforce the upside in USD ex‐ change rates this month was the latest US con‐ sumer price index, which reported inflation rock‐ eted up to 5.4 per cent in June and reignited speculation over the tapering of the Federal Re‐ serve’s stimulus programme.

However, it wasn’t all smooth sailing for the US dollar, as a dovish statement from Fed Chair Jerome Powell as he testified before Congress quashed some of this speculation.

Going forward, with the Delta variant still rav‐ aging much of the world, the US dollar is likely to maintain its positive trajectory in the coming weeks, although an underwhelming payroll re‐ port could act as a speedbump for the ‘green‐ back’.

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FEATURE

I Hate to say I told you so...

LEAPY LEE SAYS IT OTHERS THINK IT I HAVE always been a Corona vaccination sceptic. Irrespective of how many times medical ‘experts’ inform us they are all completely safe, or how the advantages far outweigh the risks etc, the one indisputable fact remains that with all their expertise and vast resources, these people cannot reproduce real time.

Until the true long term effects of whatever they are shoving into us all are revealed, we will never know if these drugs are advantageous or the end of civilisation as we know it. Irrespective of how pious they appear, I don’t believe for an instant that governments are morally driven by the decisions they have made to vaccinate the world. I also doubt it is the pharmaceutical companies wishing to swell their already overflowing coffers.

Why should they?

They are already supplying trillions of citizens with conventional drugs. Rocking that particular boat by killing off the customers would achieve nothing. No, at the root of this whole unsavoury prevention experiment lays power.

Governments need to get the workforces

VACCINE: My decision was a personal preference.

back in the market at almost any cost!

If they don’t, their economies and power bases could literally crumble around their ears. The foundations of their world order are already built on paper and greed; it wouldn’t take much to turn it all into dust. As a Taoist I’ve never accepted the way they run the

world anyway! As far as the Jab is concerned, at my age It is unlikely I will even be around to experience the long term effects, so I may as well meet the terms of our ‘controllers’ and benefit from any advantages they may offer to those of us who ‘toe the line’. (Some of you may remember I forecast the

introduction of vaccination passports months ago ‐ hate to say I told you so!)

Since having both jabs some 10 weeks ago I have actually suffered a succession of niggling headaches which I’m not too happy about. Still at least I have resisted the temptation to thrust my opinions on others. To my mind, often well

intentioned people who try to influence their peers into following their advice are in fact uncertain themselves and are merely seeking reassurance. Well I have the utmost respect for all of them.

However my decision to have this vaccination was a wholly personal preference, carefully weighed up and initiated accordingly. In am not simple minded or ill‐informed and certainly not easily led. So don’t worry about me, personally I’m fine. It’s the youngsters I worry about. I’m not sure I would want to be a teenager in the sort of world we are bequeathing! Perhaps when we come out the other end of all this chaos we will find ourselves in a better place. Dream on Leapy!

Thanks for all you’re mail. I can’t answer them all but I do read every one.

Keep ‘em coming. I can take it!

Keep the faith.

Love Leapy leapylee2002@gmail.com expatradioscotland Mon. Wed. Fri. To read more articles from our columnists and to have your say in the comments go to www.euroweeklynews.com

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WHAT’S IN A NAME? WELL, QUITE A LOT ACTUALLY! NORA JOHNSON BREAKING VIEWS Nora is the author of popular psychological suspense and crime thrillers and a freelance journalist.

To comment on any of the issues raised in her column, go to www.euroweeklynews.com/3.0.15/nora-johnson

PARENTS of children called Alexa say their daughters are being bullied be‐ cause it is the same name that Amazon uses for its virtual assistant. Some have even changed their child’s name because they say the onslaught of Alexa jokes is ‘relentless’, where people shout their name and issue a command. They are calling on Amazon to alter the default wake word for its devices to a non‐hu‐ man name.

As for Amazon, it says it is ‘saddened’ by these complaints, and that there are alternative wake words. It is nonetheless true that the word Alexa has become in‐ creasingly common recently as more households use voice‐activated smart speakers.

But names can be a problem anyway, can’t they? There was a girl called An‐

ALEXA: Girls are being bullied because it is the same name as the Amazon product. nette Curtin in a friend’s class at school.

Poor girl had to stick with that name but probably got away with blue murder as nobody could see through her. I suppose it depended on whether you were out‐ side looking in or inside looking out.

Fish is a reasonable enough surname, but I did encounter one such with the

first name Marina. There was, too, a Veronica Davis. Not a problem until she had to write her initials on her belong‐ ings. One neighbour’s GP was a Dr Heal; another a Dr Richard Sole, or as it said on his brass plate Dr R Sole.

At school, like most kids, we all had nicknames. I often wonder what hap ‐

pened to Fudgy Buttocks. Doubtless came to a sticky end. And what about Paige Worthy, Anne Teak or even Randy Clapp?

It’s maybe apocryphal but I seem to re‐ call the City University of Newcastle upon Tyne having to rebrand due to its less than auspicious acronym. In Ireland all the old regional technical colleges re‐ named themselves as institutes of tech‐ nology and generally became known by their initials, presumably so they could remind people of MIT. So Cork’s became CIT etc. The one exception to the trend was Tipperary, which just called itself ...

Tipperary Institute. Nuff said.

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YOUR STARS for the next 7 days

Leo

Aquarius

July 23 - August 23

January 21 - February 19

Feel let down by someone’s attitude? The start of the week could be a disappointment, but this may be replaced by better options that can leave you equally enthusiastic. By the time the weekend comes around, you won’t even remember why you felt let down. The New Moon in your sign is the best of the year, and a great time to kickstart new initiatives and plans.

Is someone persistently trying to get in touch with you? If so, it can be worth reciprocating.

You might not see any obvious reason why you should connect, but there could be more to them than meets the eye. And you never know when you may need their help in the future. With a heart-warming New Moon, an encounter could be the start of a new friendship or romance.

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Pisces

August 24 - September 23

February 20 - March 20

If you’re feeling the pace and working harder than ever, the focus on a quieter zone encourages you to act to avoid burnout. If you can get a break over this week, then go for it, even if only for a few hours. The chance to get away could give you a fresh perspective on life and help you make some key decisions. Practicing meditation or yoga may be helpful for the long term.

With plenty of activity in your relationship sector and lovely Venus continuing here, there’s every chance to resolve any issues or difficulties. A meeting could prove exciting and turn out to be more worthwhile than you thought. In addition, a powerful lunar phase in your work sector can be a call to initiate new routines for better health, greater productivity and a happier life.

Libra

Aries

September 24 - October 23

March 21 - April 20

Perhaps you don’t feel in the mood for socialising, especially early on. Yet connecting with others and getting out could make this week extra special.

You’ll link up with some fascinating people, who may have opportunities to offer and ideas to share.

Romance might call out to you too, Libra. Whether single or spoken for, the Leo New Moon highlights sizzling passions.

Ready for a refreshing change? It might happen, with a surprise offer that could enhance your income and leave you happier. If it appeals take it Aries, as you may do well out of it. There can be distractions too, but these could pave the way for new developments. Plus, the weekend Leo New Moon enhances creativity, and encourages a romantic bond to flourish.

Scorpio

Taurus

24 October - 22 November

April 21 - May 21

Certain reservations may be holding you back from reaching your full potential. These could surface early on, but they will not linger. With the days ahead bringing revolutionary ideas and fresh perspectives into the mix, what seemed like a challenge can soon be a breeze. Plus, the Leo New Moon brings a chance to stand out from the crowd and show your true worth.

With some frustration occurring this week, you may be tempted to speed up the pace by taking a shortcut. Doing so could be a lifesaver, but it might affect your reputation if your work isn’t up to scratch, so follow your intuition. Ready to give your place a makeover? Starting this weekend can be an advantage, as your love of design and craft is at a peak. You just need to channel it.

Sagittarius

Gemini

November 23 - December 21

May 22 - June 21

You may be putting a damper on your plans for no reason. This could make you reluctant to take a trip or grasp a golden opportunity. While being cautious can be a positive, you might be overly so.

With so many great possibilities showing up this week, don’t be afraid to see where they take you.

A positive Leo New Moon encourages you to trust your heart and follow its lead.

If someone seems resistant to your ideas, don’t try to persuade them otherwise. It would be better to trust your knowledge and experience, and let the results speak for themselves. By the end of the week they may be convinced. With a potent New Moon in Leo over the weekend, this is one of the better times to launch a project that could prove to be a real money-spinner for you.

Capricorn

Cancer

December 22 - January 20

June 22 - July 22

Embrace new perspectives and you could be offered more opportunities than you’ve had in some time. If you’ve held back due to a fear of trying anything new, the days ahead encourage you to move out of your comfort zone and be more daring. A truly positive transformation can result from this. Need to let go of something so you can move ahead? Doing so may be a release.

Short on funds? It may seem this way early on, but opportunities could arise to tweak your income and even enhance it permanently. You just need to be open to offers and ideas, wherever they come from. Some suggestions might be a bit of a challenge, but can still be worthy of your attention.

Ready to get finances in order? Just making a start could leave you more assured.

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5. Which Labour MP won Oscars for Women in Love and A Touch of Class?

6. What is the official mapping organisation of the United Kingdom called?

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CRYPTIC Across: 1 Breathtaking; 7 Appal; 8 Noise; 9 Oil; 10 Prescient; 11 Pistol; 12 Masses; 15 Sacrament; 17 Tar; 18 Extra; 19 Train; 21 Sheet anchors. Down: 1 Bow compasses; 2 Tap; 3 Talker; 4 Kingcraft; 5 Naive; 6 Death-strokes; 7 Atlas; 10 Propagate; 13 Satin; 14 Bertha; 16 Catch; 20 Arc. QUICK Across: 3 Seers; 8 Folly; 10 Ethos; 11 Boa; 12 Rouge; 13 Albumen; 15 Riled; 18 Nap; 19 Senior; 21 Attempt; 22 Alms; 23 Oral; 24 Atlanta; 26 Breeds; 29 Kit; 31 Aired; 32 Deposit; 34 River; 35 Mop; 36 Basic; 37 Pansy; 38 Ether.

Down: 1 Noble; 2 Flaunts; 4 Eton; 5 Regret; 6 Stein; 7 Rodeo; 9 Lob; 12 Repeats; 14 Mat; 16 Libra; 17 Drill; 19 Speaker; 20 Samba; 21 Amber; 23 Ottoman; 24 Addict; 25 Nip; 27 Rival; 28 Eerie; 30 Tipsy; 32 Dene; 33 Son. ENGLISH/SPANISH Across: 1 Plancha, 5 Chess, 8 Suiza, 9 Sembrar, 11 Security, 13 Nephew, 15 Detras, 18 Cortinas, 19 Ache, 22 Monkeys, 23 Arder, 24 Sirio, 25 Reasons. Down: 1 Postmen, 2 Avión, 3/10 Coal mine, 4 Aisles, 5 Computer, 6 Earlier, 7 Stray, 12 Cenicero, 14 Partner, 16 Suegros, 17 Cansar, 18 Combs, 20 Cedro, 21 Nata.

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Part of SleepCentre’s customer ser‐ vice is free assembly and delivery and the free removal of the customer’s old bed and mattress if required. The delivery team pride themselves on

A wide selection of bedroom furniture is also available. providing a timely and professional service and no delivery is too awkward, although several have been challenging over the years!

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

Luscious locks SUMMER sun, hot dry air, salty water and chlorine are a heady cocktail of trouble for our tresses.

So it’s no wonder we are constantly battling split ends, oily scalps and dull and lifeless locks. But healthy locks can be maintained all summer long.

Messy buns and braids as opposed to a coifed or blow dried hair are the norm during the summer, but it’s im­ portant to have regular trims. Desert heat dries everything out ­ including the shaft of the hair, and as the hair grows, it continues to split up the shaft causing more damage.

Like any other part of the body, hair and the scalp needs protection from damaging UV rays.

Coconut oil is an antioxidant that keeps harmful rays at bay as well as be­ ing a natural SPF. It can be lathered on­ to damp hair as a deep conditioner, re­ pairing and protecting your crowning glory all day long.

Unless you are washing the coconut oil out, cleaning your hair daily is not

recommended. Frequent washing in­ creases oil production leading to a greasier scalp and brittle hair.

Instead use a dry shampoo which helps to reduce scalp oil without drying

out your locks.

Or try mixing two to three tablespoons of coconut water with the juice of a lemon, massaging the mixture into your scalp for five minutes and rinse with cold

water. For best results, do this weekly.

The importance of drinking plenty of water can’t be overstated. It is appar­ ently the number one defence against lifeless locks!

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The seeds of life THE humble pumpkin could be a man’s best friend when it comes to improving sexual health.

Visiting the doctor, going to the gym and regular medical check‐ ups are imperative, but there are natural foods that are equally im‐ portant for a healthy lifestyle.

And the pumpkin, ‘pepita de calabaz’ in Spanish, is one of them, in particular its seeds.

An ideal snack, the seeds, or ‘pipas,’ are available all‐year‐ round and packed with nutrients.

According to a study published in Indian Journal of Urology, they are commonly used to strength‐ en the prostate gland and pro‐ EX-SEEDINGLY GOOD: Pumpkin seeds can help improve mote healthy hormone function men’s sexual health. in men. It claims they may help with benign prostatic hyperplasia, a condition that causes problems with urination phorous, which speeds up the metabolism. due to an enlarged prostate gland.

Other attributes include high levels of magne‐ It’s also believed that reduced sperm quality sium for physiological functions, like pumping of and even infertility in men may be associated the heart, and tryptophan which helps promote with low zinc levels, a mineral found in abun‐ sleep and lower depression.On top of that, they dance in the seeds. don’t make you fat.

According to the book ‘Healing Foods’ by DK The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods by Michael Publishing, the antioxidant content may play a T Murray and Joseph Pizzorno contains a study role in healthy testosterone levels. of 26,000 Americans which found that people Pumpkin seeds are also rich in protein, essen‐ who consumed most nuts and seeds were less tial for building and repairing muscle, and phos‐ obese.

Flippin’ eck FLIP-FLOP OFF: Like wine, they are fine in moderation.

FLIP‐FLOPS have long been a wardrobe must‐have in the sun.

They keep your feet cool, are easy to throw on and come in all colours and patterns.

But they wreak havoc on your feet and can be dangerous.

Podiatrists blame flip­flops for blisters, bacteria, viral infections, bad posture, shooting pains, bunion exacerbation, hammertoe issues, athlete’s foot and a lack of arch support.

Research has shown that the footwear actually changes the way wearers walk, sometimes

permanently.

There is no arch or heel support, and you have to grip them with your toes to keep them on.

This can all impact on the rest of the body, with noticeable effects on everything from posture to gait.

According to a Consumer Prod­ uct Safety Commission report on emergency room visits due to shoe­related injuries, 27,000 were associated with flip flops in 2016.

Driving in flip­flops is illegal in Spain for good reason. Just like any backless shoe, there’s a possibility that they will slip off your feet and

get stuck under the brake or gas pedal.

It’s a good idea to keep a pair of driving shoes in the back of your car for this reason.

Podiatrists also advise wearing flip­flops for running, hiking, walking long distances, standing for a long time or playing sports.

So, what does all this mean?

Should you dump every pair in the trash?

Apparently not! Like red wine, they are fine in moderation. And the better the quality of the flip­flop itself, the better the walking!

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DON’T CHANGE TRADITION!

From our Facebook

BULLFIGHTS: An artistic sample of Spanish culture.

THE Spanish people are kind enough to make you welcome. Now you want to dictate what they can and cannot to do. I think it is disgraceful you should attempt to change their lives and traditions.

I have attended bullfights and I consider that it is an artistic sample of Spanish culture. It is interesting to watch it!

You chose to leave your country and live here.

Do you want to ban the Pamplona running of the bulls also?

KWP

Vaccinations and price rises Dear Sirs As the fourth wave of the virus progresses and more and more people contest the restrictions or to be vaccinated or use the Covid passport; it seems scandalous that all of a sudden there are calls for a third injection which questions the value of the vaccines, while at the same time Big Pharma announce price rises.

Any economist would tell you that as production increases economy of scale brings down prices.

A TRUE STORY JUST over a week ago a 40-yearold self employed woman who now has Spanish residencia was delighted to become eligible to be vaccinated.

In fact. she was given the single shot Janssen vaccine and she was happy that she would be protected to a great extent against infection from Covid-19.

A few days later, her husband who is older than her received his second AstraZeneca inoculation but seemed to be suffering from quite unpleasant side effects and then both of them started to experience flu like infections.

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And the EU just accepts the increases without any question. This is robbery on a major scale of our money and should be resisted if we are to believe in the vaccination programme.

Yours Peter Fieldman

Janice Lewis

BBC Bias Hi Leapy.

I am a big rugby league fan and I was watching the RL Challenge Cup Final on the BBC two weeks ago, between St Helens and Castleford.

Shortly before kick off the cameras showed all the Saints players on their part of the pitch ‘"taking the knee.’ Of the Castleford players? Not a sign.

Because they did not kneel. Absolutely outrageous propaganda, but so predictable.

There is almost no racial bias in rugby league which is why it remains a family sport.

Best wishes and keep up the good work.

Paul Gidney

OUR VIEW

Then she received a voice message from a British supplier that she had met on the same day as her vaccination saying that he was feeling better now and was back working 100 per cent, but now admitted that he had been diagnosed with coronavirus but had kept quiet about it!

As the couple were feeling worse, they had PCR tests and discovered to their horror that having managed to escape infection for more than a year, they both tested positive and have had to isolate and are feeling quite unwell.

NEW POLICY: Whether to get jabbed or not be able to work.

They have done the responsible thing and warned all of their contacts of their medical condition, but it now transpires that other expats that she knows have said that they too have had the infection but had said nothing as they had mild symptoms and couldn’t afford to stop work whilst in quarantine.

How incredibly selfish and unbelievably dangerous this thoughtless behaviour is and if this is even slightly typical of the way that some people are behaving, it is not surprising that there is another spike in infection.

Couldn’t agree more.The sooner everybody gets jabbed the better.

John Edwards Insurance will be the driving force here, if an employee dies from contracting Covid from a unvaccinated employee they could have grounds for compensation via the courts. In the USA god knows how much that could be.

Chrisy Rolf No. I chose to have jabs, I believe you should have the right to choose. Having the jab doesn’t stop you giving anyone Covid, you stand a better chance yourself of not being hospitalised. As I see it the person not having it is only harming themselves, so it should be their choice. Only my opinion which obviously not everyone will agree with. I am happy having the jab after much deliberation.

Beatriz Crawford-Carse Tests (PCR) should also be free, it is becoming quite an industry with such prices being charged, perhaps then trust could be restored and beneficial decisions taken.

Marilyn Coates Employers can not keep having a ping and the whole section has to go into isolation, they will not be able a run a business like that. Also as above people going to sue if they catch it from a person not vaccinated.

Fanny Rash If it’s a policy requirement for future recruits, fair enough. To force existing workers, no.

At the EWN, we pride ourselves that reports are accurate and fair. If we do slip up, we promise to set the record straight in a clear, no-nonsense manner. To ask for an inaccuracy to be corrected. Email: editorial@euroweeklynews.com

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FEATURE

GO LOCAL

THE EUROWEEKLY NEWS is urging its readers to sup‐ port local businesses in the community by going local now that the lock‐ down has ended and for your all your shopping this year, instead of feed‐ ing online giants and su‐ perstores.

We challenge you to re‐ discover your local high streets, markets, butchers, greengrocers and all of the wonderfully quirky in‐ dependent businesses in your area.

Now that the Covid‐19 pandemic appears to be under control, it is a good idea to try and support many local businesses by ordering online and mak‐ ing use of any click and

collect services they can operate, especially if you are unable to get out due to health reasons or any other restrictions.

The joy of shopping lo‐ cal means that indepen‐ dent businesses can help support the local commu‐ nity.

Although it may be a eu‐ ro or two cheaper else‐ where or online, consider where your money is actu‐ ally going.

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

Many local stores sup‐ port local charities, sup‐ port and sponsor local sports teams and in many c a s e s t h e s m a l l i n d e p e n‐ dent stores are actually much more than just a small high street shop, they’re a family’s legacy, often passed down through numerous genera‐ tions and support not just the current owner but the generation before.

Fo r t h o s e s t o r e s w h i c h 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 in‐

d e ‐ pendent store and com‐ pete with the multination‐ al and chains.

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

You could also consider purchasing gift vouchers from local businesses to help them over the coming weeks, thinking outside the box can often lead to

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SPENDING LOCALLY: Will make a difference to the local economy.

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 glam‐ ourous gift perhaps pre‐ paying a family member’s phone bill for the month would actually be a better gift. Helping people allevi‐ ate stress and worry, give the gift of peace of mind through these difficult times.

Choosing to spend your money locally will really make a difference in the recovery of the local econ‐ omy. 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.

Studies have shown that l o c a l b u s i n e s s e s r e c i r c u‐ late a greater share of ev‐ ery euro as they create lo‐ cally owned supply chains and invest in their employ‐ ees.

Data shows that local retailers return 52 per cent of their revenue back into the local economy, compared to just 14 per cent for national chain re‐ tailers.

Money circulating through the local economy benefits everyone 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 prepares the fresh pro‐ duce and sells it to local customers.

The farmer pays its local employees and the restau‐ rant uses revenue from sales to buy supplies from a neighbourhood hard‐ ware store. This example illustrates how the recir‐ culation of money in the local economy leads to a stronger financial founda‐ tion for our neighbours and communities.

Buying local also fuels new employment and job opportunities for people within our community.

Studies show, locally owned businesses employ more people per unit of sales and retain more em‐ ployees over time.

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

Just remember to still follow the latest govern‐ ment advice and any guid‐ ance businesses have to keep everyone safe in the future.

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PETS How our dog-sitters can help you and your dog 52

IF you are planning a trip later this year you still need to plan early for pet and house‐sitters. Per‐ haps you are already making plans for a staycation get away.

Even if you are planning just a short trip, you’ll know that you simply can’t travel with some pets. Young pets in particular may benefit from staying behind so they can follow their routines at home. So, plan ahead.

Take a moment to plan ahead for pet and house‐sitters, if you have trips planned later this year.

Now is the time to get ready. We will help you as much as we can.

Our philosophy is that we are all in this together. These are the steps to take: 1. Register as a homeowner on HouseSitMatch.com 2. Choose a Premium ac‐ count (£89 per year) to ensure you can help online when needed 3. Create a profile with pho‐ tos of your pet and the house 4. Post a house‐sit advert stating your plans for your next

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Dogs’ most common health problems Owners should work closely with a vet.

A STUDY from the RVC has found the most common health problems in dogs are dental dis‐ ease, obesity and ear infections.

• The most common health problems of dogs are dental dis‐ ease (12.5%), ear infection (7.3%) and obesity (7.1%) • 65.8% of the observed dogs had at least one disorder in the single year of the study • Male dogs had higher risk than females for 10 disorders: ear in‐ fection, aggression, coughing, seizures, foreign body, drug reac‐ tion, moist dermatitis, wound, laceration and arthritis • Female dogs had higher risk than males for four disorders: uri‐ nary incontinence, urinary tract infection, mammary lump and overgrown nails • The study showed that health in dogs generally deteriorates as dogs age, with older dogs gener‐

ally having more health problems per year than younger dogs •These findings highlight the complexity of caring properly for dogs; but by knowing more about why dogs get sick, owners are better placed to keep them safe. These findings can also assist veterinarians and owners to de‐ cide on the best preventive care for their dog, especially as they get older. Dr Dan O’Neill, Senior Lecturer, Companion Animal Epi‐ demiology, at the RVC, and lead author of the paper, said: This study shows interesting and strong correlations between human and canine healthcare: the need for good dental and bodyweight maintenance.

Owners should work closely with their vet to plan appropriate dental and weight care pro‐ grammes at each visit to their vet‐ erinary clinic.

Pet protection gone too far?

THERE’S reportedly a growing community of people who believe it’s dangerous to vacci‐ nate your pets.

The advocates behind the campaign claim that immunising domestic animals can cause various diseases and disorders ‐ including autism ‐ that could shorten your pet’s life.

While the alleged risks of vaccinating chil‐ dren have been broadcast for many years now, the supposed danger vaccines pose to animals is a relatively new talking point.

The website www.doglistener.co.uk alleges an American veterinary paper revealed around 22,000 cats develop cancer at the point of vac‐ cination every year in the USA. Immunisation also reportedly causes thyroid disease, arthritis and parvovirus, according to various anti‐vaccine protestors.

Others claim that pets are being over‐vacci‐ nated, as most injections are designed to last for at least seven years, and many fear smaller

FAN OF NEEDLES: Should animal owners vaccinate their pets? animals are subjected to injections that are stronger than they need.

However, immunologists claim large and small dogs require the same dosage.

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ROAD TEST

by Mark Slack WITH so many cars appear‐ ing to share style, equip‐ ment and technology these days manufacturers have to identify that special some‐ thing which sets them apart from the competi‐ tion. Some do it via special offers, ex‐ tra equipment and regular facelifts and others take a simpler route to success. One such maker is Suzuki.

The Japanese car maker recently celebrated its cen‐ tenary and is known for small cars, SUVs and motorbikes along with marine engines and ATVs. One of their best known, and most admired, SUVs is the diminutive Jimny, which is a formidable off‐road per‐ former.

In slightly larger form their Vitara makes for a practical and comfortable on and off‐roader, with

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Stylish Suzuki Vitara Remains a popular choice.

more than a dash of old fashioned style. Thanks to its straightforward boxy design you can pack a lot into the Vitara and it comes with a no‐nonsense, well‐built feel.

Prices start from €22,485 (£19,249) for the lead‐in SZ4 which comes as standard with alloy wheels, adaptive cruise control, automatic air conditioning, automatic

Facts at a Glance Model: Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Engine: 1.4 Turbocharged Petrol with 48v electric mild hybrid Gears: 6-Speed Manual Performance: 0-100 kmh (60 mph) 9.5 seconds/Maximum Speed 190 kmh (118 mph) Economy: 5.3 l/100km (52.7 mpg) Combined driving (WLTP) Emissions: 121 g/km Model tested was UK-specification and equipment levels and prices may vary in other markets..

lights and wipers and Blue‐ tooth.

There’s just one power unit for the range and it’s a very good one too. The 1.4 litre turbocharged petrol engine also has an electric motor that helps economy, lowers emissions and gives a per‐ formance boost.

In a week of sometimes not so leisurely driving I notched up an av‐ erage 46 mpg.

It’s a smooth and re‐ fined unit and possessed of enough power to nip past tractors and other slow traf‐ fic. The benchmark 100 kmh (62mph) is passed in 9.5 seconds with a top speed of 190kmh (118mph).

It’s no performance pow‐ erhouse but has more than enough capability to deal with motorway cruising speeds and overtakes on

single carriageway roads.

Inside the no‐nonsense approach continues with a comfortable look and feel albeit lacking in the interior fripperies of more flouncy rivals. Everything looks well able to stand the daily scuffs and knocks of everyday fam‐ ily and working life. A wel‐ come lack of digital non‐ sense is heralded by buttons, and even on the touchscreen there’s minimal tapping required. Volkswa‐ gen Audi please note!

Options include four‐ wheel‐drive on the top of the range SZ5 model along with some rather snazzy colour combinations and very sensibly priced styling upgrades. The Vitara makes for a sensible purchase giv‐ en their well‐earned reputa‐ tion for reliability. Add in the generous levels of stan‐ dard equipment and it’s not hard to see why the Vitara remains a popular choice.

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Volkswagen Spain responsible for ‘dieselgate’ rules the Supreme Court VOLKSWAGEN SPAIN has been ruled responsible by the Supreme Court for ‘dieselgate.’

The Supreme Court agreed on Tuesday, July 27, that Volk‐ swagen Audi Spain, a subsidiary of the automobile group, must compensate, for moral dam‐ ages, a person affected by the manipulation of the diesel en‐ gines of the EA 189 models, in what became known as the ‘dieselgate’ case, declaring that the distributor assumes the re‐ sponsibility of its parent compa‐ ny.

In a judgement passed on Ju‐ ly 27, the plenary session of the Civil Chamber of the high court insisted that the distributor was indirectly owned 100 per cent

by Volkswagen, and had also sent a letter to its customers in which it acknowledged the inci‐ dent and had offered to solve it through its official services.

This scandal dates back to September 2015, when it was discovered in the United States that the Volkswagen Group had deliberately installed software in the diesel engines of the EA 189 models that altered the ve‐

hicle’s polluting emissions when it detected that it was being subjected to an inspection on the rollers of a laboratory.

In the case analysed by the high court, it was established that the buyer had acquired in 2008, in an official Audi dealer, a model powered by a diesel engine type EA 189, manufac‐ tured by Volkswagen, for €37,920.

Once the parent company publicly admitted the fraud and assumed responsibility, Volk‐ swagen Audi Spain sent a letter to the buyer informing him that the engine of his vehicle need‐ ed to update the ‘software’, and apologised on behalf of the manufacturer for the inconve‐ nience.

In 2016, the user filed a law‐ suit against the concessionaire and the distribution company, which he considered ‘direct and mainly responsible for the fraud committed and the resulting consequences’.

Specifically, it requested the nullity of the sale contract or, al‐ ternatively, the resolution for its breach, and claimed €11,376

DIESELGATE: The company must now pay compensation. for the non‐pecuniary damage suffered, and €6,644.71 for the interests and financing expens‐ es paid, meaning that in a sub‐ sidiary way, he had asked for €15,020 as compensation for the damages caused by the de‐ preciation suffered in the value of the vehicle.

The claim was dismissed both by the Court of First In‐ stance and Instruction No3 of Leganés in Madrid, and by the Provincial Court of Madrid, which considered Volkswagen Audi Spain as a ‘mere importer or distributor’.

Now the Supreme Court has revoked those verdicts, and de‐

fends that the subsidiary of the automobile group assumed in Spain the position of contractu‐ al responsibility that the manu‐ facturer has, with the magis‐ trates supporting their decision that the share capital was 100 per cent owned by the German manufacturer, as well as in the letter sent to the buyers of the affected vehicles in Spain.

The terms of this communi‐ cation expressed its assumption of responsibility as a manufac‐ turer, and generated such confi‐ dence in the recipients, points out the Supreme Court, which recalls that ‘frequently, the im‐ porter and the distributor be‐

long to the same corporate group as the manufacturer, or are integrated in a commercial network with them.’

The court understood that the plaintiff suffered non‐pecu‐ niary damage as a result of the public scandal, as a result of the uncertainty and unease about the consequences that he might have had to face, such as a possible tax penalty, the stop‐ page of his vehicle, or the re‐ striction to certain urban areas, a circumstance to take into ac‐ count, given the importance for a car buyer to have the assur‐ ance that he will not be de‐ prived, even temporarily, of its use or be restricted to certain areas.

The Supreme Court qualified the distributor’s breach of con‐ tract as ‘intentional’, so it must be liable for all consequential damages, including moral ones, however, since it is not proven that the dealer even knew about the installation of the de‐ vice, it does not attribute inten‐ tionality to it, nor does it claim any responsibility for moral damages.

Likewise, the magistrates manifestly believe the amount claimed to be disproportionate, for which reason they condemn the distribution company to pay the plaintiff €500, plus interest, as reported by the Spanish press.

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Dramatic Hungarian GP ONE of the most incredible Formula One races of all time took place on Sunday, August 1, at Budapest’s Hun‐ garoring, as the dramatic Hungarian GP wrapped up the first part of this season’s calendar before the teams take a break.

An incredible collision between dif‐ ferent drivers saw the race red‐flagged after barely one minute, when Mer‐ cedes driver Valtteri Bottas triggered total chaos after his car shunted into the back of Lando Norris’ McLaren, who then hit Max Verstappen’s Red Bull, an incident which escalated and took out other cars, including Sergio Pezez in the Red Bull, and Charles LeClerc’s Ferrari, with Hamilton out in front on his own.

A remarkable move by Esteban Ocon in the Alpine saw him take second be‐ hind Hamilton, just as the race was halted, during which time the Red Bull team managed to patch up Verstap‐ pen’s car to get it back in the starting line‐up, but the best the Dutchman could manage was 10th spot at the end.

TOTAL CHAOS: Valtteri Bottas’ car shunted into the back of the McLaren which then hit several other cars.

An unbelievable restart saw Hamil‐ ton’s Mercedes alone on the grid, as all the other cars had pulled into the pits for a change of tyres, so they had to join the race behind him from the pit lane, with the Brit going from first, to last, and eventually third, picking up

valuable points in the driver’s champi‐ onship to leapfrog ahead of Verstap‐ pen.

Esteban Ocas took the lead early on after Hamilton pitted on Lap 2 and af‐ ter a dramatic cat‐and‐mouse fight with Mercedes driver Valtteri Bottas for

most of the race, the 24‐year‐old Frenchman clung on to his lead in im‐ pressive style, to win his first‐ever Grand Prix.

German driver Bottas drove his As‐ ton Martin to second, after starting in 10th, with Carlos Sainz in fourth, and

Fernando Alonso a credible fifth in the other Alpine, on his 40th birthday. Brit George Russell secured his first points of the season, along with his teammate Nicholas Latifi, both earning top‐10 fin‐ ished, to give the Williams team their first points since the 2019 season.