Costa del Sol 21 - 27 July 2022 Issue 1933

Issue No. 1933

21 - 27 July 2022

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HEROES FIRE HEROES: Professionals have worked tirelessly to control the Costa del Sol’s recent fires.

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Porcupine pups come to Fuengirola AS reported by Bioparc Fuengirola via their official Twitter profile on Tuesday, July 19, the facility has acquired two new baby South African porcupine pups. The pair were born in Bioparc Valencia last week, but as is quite common among this species, the mother refused to rear them, so a decision was made to transfer them to Fuengirola.

This species of porcupine from South Africa is the second‐largest subspecies of this rodent mammal in Africa and also the second‐largest porcupine in the world. They normally come into the world weighing around 300 grams each, and about 20cm in length.

At this young stage of their development, the pups need constant care and atten‐ tion from the park’s staff. Data will be collected on a daily basis to record their weight, length, eating habits, stool control, naval inspections, and various other as‐ pects of their behaviour.

This job has been tasked to the Bioparc Fuengirola Exhibition team, which will as‐ sume the hand‐feeding of these little ones. In a few months’ time, they will be ma‐ ture enough to eat other foods, such as vegetables or fruits, without the need for as‐ sistance.

Laguna Village returns FINALLY, the much‐loved Laguna Village in Estepona will return and the foundation stone was officially laid on the evening of Friday July 15.

When Laguna Village was burnt to the ground on August 29, 2020, Rosauro Varo, who owned the Puro Beach Club in the Village and the mayor made it clear that they would do all they could to see it rise again Phoenix‐like from the flames.

Now the promise has become a reality and working in partnership with the Pachá group, which is famous for its international nightclubs and is owned by Trilantic Capital Partners it is expected that the new Laguna Village will be open by spring 2023.

It won’t be a copy of the original, but will become an up‐market tourist destination which will incorporate restaurants, bars, a nightclub, beach club, yacht club, ‘kids paradise’ and sports centre.

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Keeping cool AS Britain swelters in record breaking heat, the coastal regions of Spain are nowhere near as hot at the moment, but it will still be very hot continuously for some time.

Whilst fans are useful, not everyone realises that al‐ though they create air flow, this could cause a false sense of comfort but don’t reduce body temperature or prevent heat‐related illness‐ es.

Those who have air condi‐ tioning and can afford to use it would be well advised to do so and wherever possible bring down terrace blinds and pull curtains.

Despite the fact that many elderly Mediter‐ ranean ladies wear black all year round, the current view is that you will keep cooler if you wear loose, lightweight, light‐coloured clothing and take cool showers or baths if you get too hot.

Some tips are obvious but

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SUMMER HEAT: Cool down with a cold shower.

still need to be repeated so don’t leave children, the el‐ derly or pets in a car whilst you go shopping, try not to use ovens if you can use a hob or eat a salad and al‐ ways keep hydrated with plenty of water and little al‐ cohol.

If you have to go out use sunscreen and cover your head and if you wear a mask, make sure it’s made from cotton rather than a synthetic material.

Be alert for signs of ex‐

haustion such as soaring temperature, hot dry skin with no sweat, rapid pulse, dizziness or confusion.

If you have an animal then follow simple rules as dogs don’t sweat but pant and should never be given ice cubes as this could cause a very adverse reaction and always remember that a dog’s paws are vulnerable to hot surfaces.

Plenty of water and shade will keep most animals com‐ fortable.

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COSTA BRAVERY Credit: Ali Zartash-Lloyd Twitter

Mijas fire.

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Credit: Mijas Council

Residents of Alhaurin el Grande helped out.

The emergency services at work.

Credit: Steve Desson.

HOT weather and human in‐ tervention are blamed for the Mijas forest fire which thank‐ fully missed Mijas Pueblo but rapidly spread into parts of Al‐ haurín el Grande and Alhaurin de la Torre on Friday July 15.

Very much like the two fires that devastated the Sierra Bermeja and resulted in thou‐ sands of people being evacuat‐ ed from Estepona in 2020 and Benahavis in 2022 this fire spread quickly and also led to evacuations although there were no reported fatalities.

In total, the fire covered some 1,875 hectares of land which is equivalent to 18.75 square kilometres and during the progress of the fire more than 400 firefighters were in‐ volved with numerous heli‐ copters and aircraft dropping water onto the affected area.

Reports suggest that there were three initial spots of the fire which in turn implies arson, as has been suggested by Mijas Councillor Bill Anderson in a tweet on July 15, “The photo‐ graph clearly shows three sepa‐ rate fires on the Sierra de Mijas.

I’m no expert, but three fires smack of arson. These people are criminals.”

More than 2,300 people were evacuated from their homes, although they were able to return relatively quickly but once again, when faced with adversity, local residents pitched in, with some volun‐ teering to assist the firefighters and others offering shelter for evacuees or transport for pets which had to be moved.

The fire was declared under control by Plan Infoca, the or‐ ganisation in charge of co‐ordi‐ nating the response as late as July 19, but what that means is that it hadn’t been extinguished but was under control on land that doesn’t contain vegetation

Helicopters dropped water over the fire continuously.

but may still contain ‘hot spots’, which is why a small number of firefighters were kept on duty until such time as it was com‐ pletely extinguished.

Local resident Maureen told Euro Weekly News “I couldn’t believe how quickly it got out of control on the Saturday ‐ it had been burning all day in various parts of the mountain and then suddenly it just took off.

“One minute, masses of

smoke and then 100‐foot flames just bursting out all over ‐ I was standing in a crowd of people who were visibly upset.

“I know people who live in a house not far from where this happened and they were refus‐ ing to move out ‐ very frighten‐ ing and hard to put into words.”

Other locals have taken to social media to praise the work of the hero firefighters who bat‐ tled the flames.

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The seaplanes were filling up every few minutes.

Sandie Hughes said: “Thank you for your bravery and hard work, absolute heroes. Stay safe.”

Meanwhile, Lynn Lilly Sidder‐ ley: “You are all so brave. Well done,” and Ann Beach said: “Thank you all for hard work.

Heroes.”

Now that things have started to settle and after applauding the fantastic work undertaken by all of those of involved in

dealing with the fire, a number of questions are going to be asked.

Uppermost in most people’s minds is whether this was a de‐ liberate case of arson and inves‐ tigators will try to identify not only if this is the case but also who, if anyone, was responsi‐ ble.

Clearly the Mijas Council be‐ lieve that it was deliberate and on July 18 announced its in‐

tention to lodge a private prosecution against any per‐ son arrested or charged with starting the fire so that they can be punished for their ac‐ tions.

In the meantime, the Council will be discussing the damage done to the forest and the ac‐ tions that may be needed to re‐ store some form of normality to the area, whilst it will also in‐ crease the level of drinking wa‐ ter being made available to lo‐ cal wildlife.

In the meantime, it is al‐ leged that the Mijas Council has not been responding to a number of requests from the Junta de Andalucia over the past 18 months to sign a coop‐ eration and maintenance agreement with the Junta con‐ cerning the need to provide fire breaks and other preven‐ tive measures which may af‐ fect the level of special assis‐ tance the Junta may be able to offer.

This is to some extent born out by a recent post by a fire‐ fighter involved in the confla‐ gration who presented a video of part of the area near to the fire which he compared to an obstacle course as no clearing of dry vegetation or creation of recommended fire breaks had taken place.

Sadly, it seems that these fires will become more widespread in the coming years and therefore councils need to become smarter and more proactive rather than reactive in order to protect residents, the environment and wildlife.

For those who want to be kept aware of fires in their area, there is one very useful App which allows people to keep up to date and this is Wildfire Watch Andalucia which is avail‐ able for Android or Apple phones free of charge.

“A huge thank you from the Euro Weekly News and the Costa del Sol community to the fearless essential workers who risk so much to help others. We are proud to live in a community which comes together when people need it most.” **The Euro Weekly News would like to thank our advertisers who generously donated their front page space in this week’s edition, including Currencies Direct, El Oceano, Golden Leaves and China Home, to pay tribute to our essential workers who have been battling the Costa del Sol’s tragic fires.

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Hard Rock Marbella THE wait is over as the new Hard Rock Hotel Marbella opens its doors to the public in Puerto Banus.

The hotel, located on the outskirts of the up‐market Puerto Banus, is now a re‐ ality. It opened on Thursday, July 14, of‐ fering unique experiences for adults only through its state‐of‐the‐art facilities and services.

This lavish establishment comprises 383 rooms, 64 of which are suites. There

is a contemporary interior design that blends Hard Rock’s signature musical aesthetic with local cultural references, from Picasso to Flamenco, as reported by local Spanish press.

Its facilities include a swimming pool surrounded by an oasis‐like garden, de‐ signed for musical events. Hard Rock’s signature memorabilia music collection features, among other items, an acoustic guitar from Elvis Presley, a purple satin

jacket worn by Prince, and sequined dresses worn by Lady Gaga, and Shakira.

Jesus Sobrino, CEO of Palladium Hotel Group, said he was ‘delighted’ with this opening in Puerto Banus. “A perfect des‐ tination for the Hard Rock Hotel’s brand and its magnificent proposal. We are con‐ vinced that Hard Rock Hotel Marbella is going to become an essential destination that will captivate visitors and residents in a very short time,” he commented.

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Alhautor Festival THERE will be four top evenings of music in Alhaurin de la Torre as the popular Alhautor Festival returns be‐ tween August 4 and 7.

Top attraction will be Gipsy Kings by André Reyes, one of the founder members of the original band and he heads a real family affair with numerous relations in‐ cluded in the band which will perform some of the best pop flamenco around.

The band will be appearing on August 7 at the his‐ toric Finca El Portón, which was handed to the local council by English resident Bryan Hartley Robinson on the understanding that it be used for cultural events.

Taking part on the other nights are British psychedel‐ ic rock band Temples supported by Malaga favourite Anni B Sweet and her new project Los Estanques on Au‐ gust 4.

The following evening it’s the turn of flamenco fusion duo La Plazuela and Volante de la Puebla, a pair of musi‐ cians who have become popular in their home city of Sevilla, entry is free although tickets must be applied for.

On Saturday night the main attraction will be Spanish singer songwriter Zahara who is undertaking a current Spanish tour, whilst support will be all girl band, Shego, from Madrid.

There is also a special season ticket for the first three concerts and all bookings can be made at the event website https://www.alhautor.com/.

Lions feeding the donkeys THE latest donation made by the La Cala de Mijas Li‐ ons was made to Donkey Dreamland on Tuesday Ju‐ ly 12.

A pride of Lions was in‐ vited to enjoy an Andalu‐ cian breakfast and meet some of the donkeys that their generous donation of €1,500 would help feed for the next three months.

The founder of Donkey

Dreamland, Amaya Isert gave a very interesting talk on the history of donkeys in Spain and the setting is only a five‐minute drive from the heart of La Cala and is open to the public.

Tours are available and you even get to pet the donkeys, so it is a great day out and to find out more visit https://donkey dreamland.com/.

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Small animal charities THERE are a number of small animal charities in the Costa del Sol which have to be regarded as ‘underdogs’ since they receive no sup‐ port from councils, yet their owners just keep on giving.

One of these is Home for all Animals which specialis‐ es in taking in animals which are either very old or have behavioural issues and, in most cases have been offered to larger chari‐ ties, but for one reason or another couldn’t be taken in.

A Finnish family situated in the hills above Estepona in Jubrique having been looking after these aban‐ doned animals for more than 10 years and money has been especially tight since the pandemic.

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Keeping the dogs cool in this hot weather.

They currently look after 27 dogs, 15 cats, two horses and two donkeys (they had three but one has been found a home).

They have managed to rehome more than 30 dogs and fostered some 300 and every day is a worry about

feeding the animals and coping with emergency vet bills.

They have set up an ap‐ peal at https://gogetfund ing.com/home‐for‐all‐crea tures‐2/ and you can find out more about them on their Facebook page.

Duquesa charity event

A DUQUESA charity event raised €1,435 for BOTIKA Neurocognitive Centre in Casares with a barbecue on Friday July 8 at the Duquesa Golf Restaurant.

The Love to Sing (LTS) International Choir cel‐ ebrated their end of season with this charity concert welcoming around 100 guests who en‐ joyed a summer’s evening of music.

Performing were the talented musician Sami James, followed by an enjoyable performance by the LTS Choir and finishing off with rocking songs from Danny Vaughn.

The evening raised over €1,435 for the chari‐ ty thanks to generous donations, ticket sales

and the prize raffle.

The BOTIKA Chari‐ ty, gives essential care and support to the elder‐ ly in the rural areas around Casares, with a drop‐in centre for all who need help, especially those suffering from degenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and dementia.

The Love to Sing International Choir is always available to support charities, so if you have an event that you might be interested for the Choir to perform at please contact Maggie on +34 628 163 977 or email: love2singmanilva@ gmail.com.

To find out more visit their Facebook page Love2SingCDS.

Gun snatch failed New President MARBELLA National Police force is searching for a man who, on Thursday, July 14, managed to snatch the regulation weapon from an officer in the municipality. The aggressor had overpowered the policeman after a struggle, rendering him semi-conscious in the street.

After being alerted to the theft of a luxury watch valued at $200,000 (€198,000), the National Police were soon in attendance and surprised the thief, who promptly discarded the timepiece and fled.

Suspecting that the criminal might try to return to the scene of his crime to collect the watch, a surveillance operation was set up.

As expected, the thief appeared, at which point the officers attempted to apprehend him.

It was during the subsequent tussle that the man assaulted the police officer and stole his weapon. He did not realise that, thankfully, the weapon’s safety lock was on. After trying to shoot the cop, the aggressor tossed the gun and fled once again. Police sources assured that their officer was fine.

LA CALA DE MIJAS Lions have wel‐ comed their new President Wynson Beswick who succeeds David Kay. Wynson has been a member of the Lions for 10 years and has been fully in‐ volved in many aspects of the Lions’ activities having spent several years in charge of the Lions Charity shop in La Cala which raises many thousands of euros for local needy causes.

During her year as President, Wyn‐ son intends to promote the Lions with an increasing social media presence and is also producing a video of Lions activities, which will be shown at vari‐ ous events.

Wynson looks to promote both friendship and harmony through the Lions involvement in the local commu‐ nity and to raise public awareness of the work that the Lions do.

Some readers may not be aware that the Lions are an international or‐ ganisation with over 1.2 million mem‐ bers worldwide.

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Rabies risk warning ANTONIO VILLATORO, the president of the Royal Academy of Veterinary Sciences of Eastern An‐ dalucia, warned on Fri‐ day, July 15, about the danger of rabies in Mala‐ ga Province. He also called on doctors to be more vigilant in cases where patients have been bitten by cats or dogs.

Border officials who control the entry of such

pets into the country should also take extra care he added. He high‐ lighted the recent influx of Ukrainian refugees ‐ many who brought their pets ‐ along with the pres‐ ence of pets from Moroc‐ co due to Operation Crossing the Strait. Both countries have cases of rabies he pointed out.

Veterinarians should urge scrupulous compli‐ ance with anti‐rabies vac‐

cination said Villatoro be‐ cause there is the risk of instances of this disease rising in the province.

Human beings contract rabies from the bite of an infected animal as it is transmitted through their saliva. The virus attacks the central nervous sys‐ tem. That is why it is es‐ sential that in case of a bite the animal is tested to make sure that it is not infected.

Passengers increase ON Thursday, July 14, the city council revealed that Marbella’s urban public transport service saw an increase of 21 per cent in the first semester of 2022.

Enrique Rodriguez, the councillor for Transport, stressed that: “these are very positive data that show exponen‐ tial growth, reflecting the commitment of citizens to sustainable travel as an al‐ ternative at a time when fuel prices are skyrocketing.”

He specified that 83 per cent of the journeys were carried out using the Mu‐ nicipal Mobility Card for registered resi‐ dents.

Mr Rodriguez also highlighted that: “The fact that the month with the high‐ est influx was June, demonstrates the good tourist trend since the figure of half a million had only been exceeded previously in August 2021 and this year it has been brought forward.”

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Charity support MARBELLA pledged €170,000 to three local charities, Tutelar Fundatul Founda‐ tion, Aspandem and Principito on Sun‐ day July 17.

This is just part of the €1.1 million spent annually in San Pedro Alcantara to assist different associations and groups which complement the work of the Council’s Social Security department.

Fundatul has its own project focused on the practical training of people with functional diversity, in a normalised work environment in order to make the possibility of finding a job a reality.

Their grant is €90,000 per year to en‐ able them to plan their work over four years, and to hire personnel and techni‐ cians necessary for the monitoring and advice to trainees and their families.

Aspandem is to receive €63,000 annu‐

THE next excursion to be ar‐ ranged by Lux Mundi Fuen‐ girola will take in the Frigiliana Three Cultures celebrations on the evening of Friday Au‐ gust 26. Those taking part will experience a tribute to the three cultures that have left their mark on medieval Spain: Islamic, Hebrew and Christian culture. In this unique envi‐

Credit: Marbella Council

Remedios Nieto Palacios of Fundatul signs the agreement.

ally to put towards staffing and equip‐ ping classrooms in order to assist those young people with special needs.

Principito (Little Prince) which was founded in 2018 to help and advise fami‐ lies with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is to receive €18,000 an‐ nually for the next four years in order to help them to expand their accommoda‐ tion as demand for their service contin‐ ues to grow.

Frigiliana visit ronment, exhibitions, con‐ certs, cinema, a souk and street shows are organised and a selection of different tapas and other food will be available to try.

Tickets are available at the Lux Mundi Centre priced at €19 for those holding a Friends of Lux Mundi card and €23 for others with any pro‐ ceeds going towards fundrais‐ ing.

Departure times: Fair Ground 7pm and Bull Ring 7.05pm with an expected re‐ turn at 1am.

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NIBS EXTRA Beach party AROUND 300 people from the municipality and the Guadalhorce re‐ gion enjoyed a party at La Gramola beach meet‐ ing in Torremolinos, or‐ ganised by the Malaga Provincial Council on Ju‐ ly 19 as part of the cam‐ paign to fight loneliness experienced by the el‐ derly who may have lost a partner.

Salut AFTER a two‐year hiatus caused by the pandemic, the Benalmadena Beer Fest returns and will be held at the Los Nadales fairgrounds in Benal‐ madena Pueblo from to‐ day July 21 to 24 running from 7pm to 2am. Eleven breweries will offer 65 different beers.

Flea market WHILST trying to find a permanent home for it, the Thursday flea mar‐ ket which has been held in Riviera is to be moved to Avenida Centro Com‐ ercial de Calypso by the Mijas Council and will run from 9am to 2.30pm.

ID bracelet PARENTS taking their children or elderly rela‐ tive to the beach in Fuengirola will once again be able to obtain free ID bracelets con‐ taining contact details of the responsible rela‐ tive contained on a QR code from the Rescue and First Aid service points along the coast.

Mural repairs ESTEPONA Council is ar‐ ranging for the original painters of the various murals situated on the walls of buildings throughout the town to check to see whether they have suffered any weather damage and initially work has begun on five of the current 62 murals.

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Shock shooting ON Sunday, July 17 a shooting at a nightclub in Marbella left five injured and led to two arrests.

Police are hunting a third person thought to have been involved in the altercation.

Ey e w i t n e s s e s t o t h e i n c i d e n t a t O p i u m nightclub claim the trouble started after an altercation between two tables.

Security staff are believed to have re‐ moved one of those involved from the premises, but he allegedly returned with a knife and proceeded to stab a Dutchman with whom he had argued earlier.

It is not clear whether the Dutchman pulled a gun, but at least four shots can be heard being fired in a video of the incident posted online. Those shots hit four cus‐ tomers, an Irishman in the chest, a Moroccan woman in the abdomen and pelvis and two other men who sustained non‐life‐threaten‐ ing injuries.

Both remain in the local ICU, while the Dutchman and the two who sustained less severe injuries have been discharged.

The Dutchman was arrested on his release and is now in jail pending his appearance in court.

A companion of his has also been arrested but the reasons for his detention are as yet unclear, whilst the stabbing suspect is still at large and being hunted by police.

Note from the editor: While these events are extremely sad, they are not indicative of normal life on the Costa del Sol, which gen‐ erally has very low crime rates.

Battle of the Bands NO less than 46 differ‐ ent bands made up of youngsters aged from three to 18 will take part in the eighth Battle of the Bands in San Pe‐ dro Alcantara on the evening of Saturday Ju‐ ly 30.

It has been a while since what had been an annual event organised by local studio and school Rock Factory had been able to get all of their youngsters out

and playing, but with so many contestants start‐ ing at 6.30pm and run‐ ning for at least six hours, the Boulevard is going to resonate to the sound of mainly rock music.

This is an end‐of‐term party for those taking part but is also a com‐ petition with prizes and a team of knowledge‐ able judges as well as a free event for all to en‐ joy.

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IN 2022 Luks Marbella created a unique new digital platform to give buyers and po‐ tential buyers an opportunity to vote for their favourite developers, promoters, ar‐ chitects and interior designers of new build properties. Thus, the Newbuild Awards Costa del Sol were born with the object of highlighting the standards of quality and service offered in this important sector of the housing industry.

Luks Marbella Investors Club offers property buyers and investors a full pack‐ age of free and completely independent professional advisory services on the Costa del Sol and they discovered that many of their clients were interested in having ac‐ cess to a guide ranking the top develop‐ ments on the coast.

For the last two months, members of the public have been invited to vote for 11 different categories and now the top three in each category were confirmed on Tues‐ day July 12.

AN honest citizen from Ronda has been praised by the National Police for handing in a bag that he found.

When opened, it was found to c o n t a i n v a l u a b l e j e w‐ ellery and €1,500 in cash. The bag has since been returned to its rightful owner.

Newbuild Awards Credit: Luks Marbella

Cocktail party at the Pacaso office.

The event took place in a hybrid format: a cocktail party at the Pacaso office on Marbella’s Golden Mile and simultaneous‐ ly live transmission in Metaverse auditori‐ um of Luks Marbella created and hosted

by Bravent ‐ first of its kind event in Spain’s real estate.

The categories were:

Best Property Developer Best quality, Innovation, Project deliv‐ ery‐ reality vs expectations Best Promoter Best marketing, tools & platforms, Client service excellence, Agency support & ser‐ vice Best Newbuild Development: Project delivery ‐ reality vs expectations, Best value and investment, Best Buy Best Architect (Innovation, design, func‐ tionality) Best Interior design (Quality, functionali‐ ty, value) Each of the finalists will be invited to submit presentations to a group of profes‐ sionals acting as judges and winners will be announced at the Luks Marbella Novem‐ ber Gala.

The good samaritan According to the po‐ lice, this incident oc‐ curred on Wednesday, July 13. A woman who had been on an outing to Ronda suddenly re‐ alised that she had for‐ gotten her bag after vis‐

iting the famous bridge in the Tajo canyon. She immediately went to the police station to report her loss.

A few hours later, an 80‐year‐old resident of the town appeared at

the station holding the bag that he had just found. The lady who had filed the lost property claim was contacted by the officers on duty, and she promptly returned to the police station.

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‘Masked Together’ FUENGIROLA Marina will be the location on Saturday July 30 of the solidarity initiative, ‘Masked Together for a tomorrow without cancer’. This was pre‐ sented on Monday, Ju‐ ly 18, by Rocio Ro‐ driguez, the town’s councillor for Social Welfare and Families.

The event will begin at 8.30pm, and includes an evening with music, and a catwalk of peri‐ od costumes.

As explained by Ms Rodriguez: “Fuengirola is a caring town, with much to offer and with neighbours dedicated to those who need it most. For this reason, in order to help sup‐ port causes of solidari‐ ty of entities, NGOs and non‐profit associa‐ tions, today we pre‐ sent this event, pro‐ moted by Eva Luna, president of the Marco

Luna association, which will take place on Saturday, July 30, in the area of the yacht club in the marina.”

This initiative: “Aris‐ es from the idea of re‐ placing the surgical mask of hospitalised patients with a Vene‐ tian mask.” As a result, the main act of this event will be a parade of period costumes, featuring dresses typi‐ cal of a Venetian carni‐ val. Several of the par‐ ticipants on the catwalk will arrive by sailboat.

Any visitor from Fuengirola who wishes to collaborate can make a donation on the day of the event at the aforementioned port facilities, or make a donation to the White Mask (Row O).

More information is available at: www.aso ciacionmarcoluna.org.

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F U E N G I R O L A Council announced on Thurs‐ day, July 14, that along with the town’s beach bars they will once again promote ‘Noches al Relente’ (Cool Nights).

This initiative will take place on July 22 and August 26, featur‐

Cool Fuengirola ing live music in beach establishments through until 2am.

Javier Hidalgo, the councillor for Beach‐ es, made the presen‐ tation with Vanesa

Cuquejo and Juan Sanchez, representa‐ tives of the Associa‐ tion of Businessmen of Beaches.

“The town council continues to provide

activities for the sum‐ mer nights of Fuen‐ girola, in this case with the third edition of the ‘Noches al Re‐ lente’, which will take place on Friday July 22, and again on Au‐ gust 26,” Hidalgo ex‐ plained.

“We want to repeat the great success of the White Night of San Juan just a few days ago, where we were able to verify the magnificent atmo‐ sphere that existed in the participating beach bars that filled to 100 per cent capac‐ ity,” Hidalgo added.

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New health centre MARBELLA City Council announced on Monday, July 18, that it has finalised the project to transform the Nueva An‐ dalucia clinic into a health centre. Its area will be expanded by 400m² into an adjoining municipal plot of 2,500m².

This will enable it to increase its portfolio of services to in‐ clude family planning consultations, pregnancy monitoring, and early diagnosis of cervical cancer to the citizens of the city.

Felix Romero, the municipal spokesman, reported that the Local Government Board was informed of the meeting held on Monday morning between the councillor for Works, Diego Lopez, and technical officials of the Ministry of Health to address this new equipment.

“The action is in the revision phase by the Andalucian Government and the forecast is to be able to tender the works in the coming weeks, once we have the definitive approval,” he explained. “It is a highly demanded project and very necessary to bring health care closer to citizens,” said Romero.

He highlighted the commitment of both the Board and the city council “to transform the city’s public assistance map after years of abandonment by the socialist govern‐ ments.”

ARCH to the rescue ARCH went to the rescue of a horse abandoned in agony after receiving an emergency call from Seprona in Malaga City.

A dog walker had come across an in‐ jured horse in a very bad way near the Rio Grande so ARCH (Andalucian Res‐ cue Centre for Horses) volunteers sprang into action, organising veteri‐ nary assistance and transport.

“This is one of the worst cases we have had to deal with” said ARCH Presi‐ dent Jill Newman Rogers.

“The horse had obviously been dumped in a remote area without ac‐ cess to water (the river is completely

dry) and on investigation a second horse was found dead nearby.

“The unfortunate animal was in an advanced state of dehydration, suffer‐ ing from a massive infection from what appeared to have been a badly‐done castration and a severely damaged eye.

“He must have been in incredible pain for several days. He is now with the ARCH vet as he needs specialist care. It is not yet clear what his future holds.

“All we can do is hope our resources can stretch to helping the poor horse who will need expensive veterinary treatment and aftercare if he is to sur‐ vive the ordeal. “

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Archaeological artefacts AS reported by the Guardia Civil in a statement on Saturday, July 16, during a drug trafficking search of a private prop‐ erty in the Valencian municipality of Guadassuar, officers uncovered an in‐ credible treasure trove of more than 1,000 archaeological artefacts.

The remains of ceramics, including tiles, pots and bowls were discovered

neatly arranged on work tables clearly for classification and restoration. Other items were found already restored and dis‐ played in different areas of the home.

Some of the archaeological pieces were estimated to date back to between the 12th and 18th centuries. A 68‐year‐old man has been arrested by the Guardia Civil for crimes against historical heritage,

against public health ‐ drug trafficking ‐ and illegal possession of weapons. During the aforementioned search, officers seized a shotgun and a rifle, both without the mandatory documentation. The ar‐ chaeological remains have been deliv‐ ered to the Municipal Museum of Alzira, which has proclaimed the finding to be of great cultural and economic interest.

THE Euro Weekly News’ cam‐ paign to push the UK and Spanish governments to work together to allow British tourists and other groups to use their Blue Badges while in Spain has prompted an out‐ pouring of personal stories from the expat community.

Many UK expats have been in contact with EWN to share their story. Kenneth Wescott told us: “I am registered dis‐ abled and a British Blue Badge holder. I reside in my villa in Maro for periods up to 90 days

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A good cause British Blue Badges. as per the Brexit agreement.

“We have signed the Blue Badge = My Freedom cam‐ paign. I have regularly commu‐ nicated with Nerja Town Hall about this matter. Disabled

parking is essential for me to provide space for my wife to assemble mobility scooters and to get out of our car.

“I have been in regular com‐ munication with the UK gov‐ ernment (Grant Shapps ‐ Min‐ ister for Transport and Rt Hon Dr Liam Fox MP) regarding the EU situation regarding Blue badges. “Currently there 20 EU countries who have signed an agreement for blue badge use.” Many other readers have also contacted the EWN saying that disabled friends

and family members will struggle to park now that British tourists cannot use their Blue Badges in Spain without risking a fine.

Please help to push the UK and Spanish governments to work together on this impor‐ tant issue by signing our peti‐ tion at https://euroweekly news.com/2022/06/16/blue‐ badges/ or by scanning the QR code.

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AESAN, the Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition is‐ sued a statement on Monday, July 11, warning of Check your vanilla ice cream. the presence of ethylene oxide in some products of a well‐known brand of ice cream.

The Agency learned through the European Food Alert Network (RASFF) of an alert notification sent by the French health authorities regarding the presence of ethy‐ lene oxide in 460 ml vanilla ice cream of the Häagen‐Dazs brand.

The origin of the contamination is reportedly found in the vanilla extract from Madagascar that is used in its preparation.

Specifically, the products in question are the tubs in‐ cluded in batches: 4146758, 4156565, 4157457, 4163546, 4169920, 4172653, 4167054, 4222694, 4240220, 4246885, 4284604 and 4287990 with preferential con‐ sumption dates between July 15 and 20, 2022.

Ethylene oxide is a gas that is classified by the Ministry of Health as a ‘possible mutagen, possible carcinogen, and possible toxic to reproduction’.

It has to be stressed that there is no record of any case being reported in Spain, but the Agency recommends that people who have the products included in the alert at home refrain from consuming them, and return them to the point of purchase.

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Shark sighting FIVE beaches were closed off in the Barcelona munici‐ palities of Sitges and Vilano‐ va i la Geltru on the morn‐ ing of Thursday, July 14. This action was taken due to the sighting of three sharks in the water near the shore‐ line. The red flags were raised to prohibit bathers from entering the sea.

In Vilanova, the Sant Ger‐ vasi beach was closed early in the morning due to the presence of two blue sharks. The lifeguards on duty carried out surveillance on jet skis, there were no

more sightings, and by 10am the beach was de‐ clared safe once again. It is believed that the two crea‐ tures were of the blue shark species. A few hours later, at around 1pm, what is thought to have been a shortfin mako shark was spotted less than 100 me‐ tres from the strip of Sitges beaches of Fragata, Ribera, Bassa Rodona, and Estany‐ ol. They were immediately closed and the red flags were raised. By 3pm the yellow flags were flying once more.

Officer saves baby SPAIN’S Guardia Civil posted the news on Facebook about an officer that had heroically saved the life of a baby on Wednesday, July 14.

The post on Facebook read: “We present to you, Irene, a colleague from Citizen Security in Colmenar Viejo (Madrid).

“Yesterday she saved the life of a baby by performing re‐ suscitation manoeuvres on him until the medical services ar‐ rived and he now recovers favourably.

“Today Irene has put on her uniform again, she has re‐ viewed her service and is back at work with the satisfaction of having fulfilled her duty.”

21 - 27 July 2022 UNDER the slogan ‘Future is Now’, Liberty Seguros held its Annual Expatriates Conven‐ tion on June 7 in Malaga, bringing together over 50 in‐ termediaries and partners.

The company wanted to give the expatriate sector its own space to share details of its strategy with intermedi‐ aries‐attendees and sought to highlight the need to lead the transformation of the in‐ surance business.

During the conference ‐ which was the first face‐to‐ face meeting following two years of the pandemic ‐ Lib‐ erty announced the compre‐ hensive and technological overhaul that it has been de‐ veloping for the past two years to completely trans‐ form its structures, process‐ es, and ways of working in order to establish a more competitive and sustainable long‐term model.

The conference was at‐ tended by Jesús Núñez, Exec‐ utive Sales and Distribution Leader for Europe Markets; Daniel Moreno, Spain Distri‐ bution and WEM Partners Di‐ rector, and Rafael Nadales, Director of Expatriates of Lib‐ erty Seguros. They were ac‐

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The future is now companied by additional partners and collaborators, such as Carglass, Asitur and PLC Spain.

Jesús Núñez said: “The adoption of new technolo‐ gies and the acquisition of digital competencies are key to continuing to provide val‐ ue to an increasingly de‐ manding and digital cus‐ tomer. For Liberty, it is a priority to accompany inter‐ mediaries in their transfor‐ mation and to ensure we provide them with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed in a future that is al‐ ready here.”

Daniel Moreno underlined the key role of intermediaries in insurance distribution. Ac‐ cording to Daniel: “Interme‐ diaries are essential so that we can develop and offer personalised products to our customers in order to ensure they only pay for what they really need. This is a role that is even more relevant when dealing with expatriate cus‐ tomers with specific insur‐

ance and advice needs.”

During the meeting, Liber‐ ty also presented the ‘Pres‐ tige Award’ in the Expatriates category to the Paul Cunning‐ ham Nurses Foundation (founded and chaired by Jen‐

ny Cunningham) for its work supporting terminally ill peo‐ ple with home help from both specialist nursing staff and other resources to help both patients and their fami‐ lies.

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Out & About with Lynn McCabe At the summer launch.

ON Wednesday, July 13, Play Restaurant was the setting for Mapuchi’s summer launch event.

The event was organ‐ ised by Karen Blair and attended by more than 60 people. It was sup‐ ported by Fabulosa Lin‐ gerie, and Flint Skincare, and some of the proceeds went to Cudeca.

Fabulosa Lingerie pro‐ vides high quality lingerie

and swimwear in all sizes from 32C ‐ 48M. They have a range of colours and materials.

Flint is a new skincare range for all skin types available in Marbella.

Miss Mapuchi herself, Sara Hayley was excited to showcase her summer range to the crowd. No stranger to the catwalk, Sara and six beautiful women gave a look at the summer collection.

The clothes are stylish

Location change DUE to the setting up for the La Cala Feria, the mar‐ kets (Wednesday and Saturday) will be relocated on Saturday, July 27, Wednesday, July 31 and Sat‐ urday, August 3.

The market will take place in Calle Sierra Moreno at the side of Aldi supermarket, while the feria takes place.

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MAPUCHI SHOW: Sara Hayley and six women modelled the clothing.

with elegance, aimed at the more mature woman.

Mapuchi Moda is avail‐ able to see by appoint‐ ment 0034 657 551 739 and Sara was excited to tell me that soon there will be a store in Marbel‐ la.

Venue Play is located in Mijas with a very large terrace overlooking the ocean. All very glam‐ ourous and the event had a fun upbeat feeling.

Play restaurant‐ C. El Choppo de Cosmopolis 29649 Las Lagunas de Mijas Malaga tel 951 668 125 open Tuesday ‐ Sunday from 7pm.

Simply Thriving Group FOLLOWING the devastating fires in the area this last week, many of the group of Simply Thriving mem‐ bers are anxious to reward the firemen in some way for their dangerous, hard and devoted work to keep us all safe. They are planning a number of events which will in some way benefit the firemen and are in contact with the town hall of Mijas to organise some form of thanks to show their gratitude. Several events for this purpose and to raise money are in the planning for September and more details will be available very soon.

SOCIAL SCENE Got something going on locally, then contact me at lynn@euroweeklynews.com or 678 033 241.

Save the date THE Salon Varietes Theatre have released the date for their annual events this year, including their summer ball on Friday, August 26 at The Green Label Restaurant in El Chaparral and their golf event on Sunday, August 28 at 9am at the Marbella Golf & Country Club.

At the golf event, a shot‐ gun start at 9am with a choice of a delicious lunch and drink at the clubhouse afterwards and includes live music and entertainment.

This tournament is to raise funds for the Salon Varieties Theatre, Fuengirola, one of our treasures here on the Costa Del Sol. Last year’s event brought teams from all over the Costa del Sol together for a great day of golf and last year’s winners, The Village Inn, are hoping they will be returning to play for the title.

For more information, con‐ tact fundraising@salonvari etes.com or call 627 595 059.

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Culture Beat to headline World Vision Gala at Puente Romano Beach Resort Supporting Economic Empowerment in Uganda

THIS August Puente Romano Beach Resort will host the World Vision Gala 2022, a meaningful and truly entertaining night of fine dining, wines and live performances by Trevis, Gypsies and Culture Beat, whose dance track ‘Mr Vain’ was a hit worldwide and is considered to be one of the all time greats from the golden age of Eurodance music, making the group’s appearance at the Gala an unmissable summer event.

World Vision, renowned for bringing hope to children around the world, is a charity very close to our heart. Puente Romano Beach Resort has been hosting galas for the charity since 2012, so this summer will mark the 10th annual summer charity gala, making it extra special for us all.

Over the years, Puente Romano Beach Resort and World Vision has directly contributed to the training of health workers, more rapid diagnoses of illness in disadvantaged communities, improving access to healthcare services and providing life-saving food and medication.

Resort owner Daniel Shamoon has been directly involved with the charity for over two decades, raising funds for individual projects through donations and fundraising events. Through visiting the projects personally, he has seen for himself the exceptionally positive impact that World Vision’s work has on individuals, changing lives and transforming fortunes for generations to come.

Please join us on Friday 12th August at 8pm at the Puente Romano Beach Resort and let’s raise funds that will go directly to supporting economic empowerment in Uganda.

Tickets for the gala are €295 and can be purchased via phone +34 682 112 233 or email: events@puenteromano.com

We look forward to sharing this unforgettable gala evening with you!

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SOTOGRANDE PORT was the setting for an amazing sus‐ tainable fashion exhibition on Thursday, July 14 sponsored by the Euro Weekly News, and I was lucky to be invited to attend.

The picturesque port was il‐ luminated and chairs lined the sustainable catwalk all along the waters edge. More than 1,000 people attended the event to highlight two very se‐ rious issues affecting our soci‐ ety, bullying and breast cancer.

I caught up with Emma de Acedo, one of the show’s pro‐ moters just before the show for a chat.

Emma was remarkably calm, and very excited for the evening ahead. The room was full of models and make‐up artists, hairdressers, a sweet smell of hairspray, all busy

Sustainable fashion

preparing for the main event.

Emma explained she always incorporates important issues into her events. This time bul‐ lying is something she feels very strongly about and Spain’s bullying cases are one of the highest in Europe. Along with Afesol, they are embark‐ ing to make a difference and highlight awareness.

The team ‐ Emma de Acedo and Mila Delgado ‐ show pro‐ moters, together with Kelvin Hewitt, Catwalk Director and Susano Urbano, have all worked tirelessly to put the performance together.

This event would not have been possible without the sup‐ port from main Sponsor Porto

Sotogrande. Emma said the port of Sotogrande has been so supportive. Also Paola, San Roque Town Hall, Small Oasis, and all sponsors including our‐ selves.

Special thanks for Francisco ‐ Emma’s Husband who has been an incredible support to her from the start.

The evening started with the kingdom of Morocco showcasing the country’s folk‐ lore, cuisine and music.

As daylight faded, the stage lighting beamed brightly across the port and a catwalk showcased 13 de‐ signers. Kelvin had over 60 models from all around the

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STUNNING DESIGNS: Models showcased some of the designers’ clothes.

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The models all very beauti‐ ful, walked the catwalk with precision and class. One high‐ light was the dress with a six‐ metre sustainable gold train.

The show closed with a group of women from bossombuddies, all women currently receiving treatment or recovering from breast can‐ cer. There was a wonderful sense of solidarity and achieve‐ ment throughout the evening.

Summer film times Here are the viewing times for some of the English language films up to July 28.

ELVIS Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday : 5pm 9.15pm Weekend : 3pm 9.15pm LIGHTYEAR Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday : 5.15pm Friday, Saturday : 3pm Sunday : 12.00pm MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 5pm, 6.45pm, 8.30pm

Weekend : 3pm, 4.45pm, 6.30pm, 8.15pm Sunday : 12pm MEMORY Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday : 7.30pm Weekend : 3.30pm, 17.45pm THOR: LOVE AND THUNDER Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday : 5.15pm, 7.30pm, 9.45pm Weekend : 5.30pm, 7.40pm, 10pm Sunday : 12.00pm

You can always see the updated listing at the following link: https://www.reservaentradas.com/cine/malaga/reddogcinemas/

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Handy hints WHILE it is wonderful to see our bars, restaurants and beaches returning to their former glory, unfortunately there are those that are us‐ ing it to their advantage.

Here are my tips to keep this summer safe and en‐ joyable on the Costa del Sol, one of the most beautiful places in the world.

There have been several reports of people having their back packs unzipped and personal belongings taken. Several recent re‐ ports have been in Calahon‐ da and La Cala.

Another one of their little tricks is that someone taps you to say you have pigeon

poo on your shoulder!

You automatically will check, and while you are busy to see if you have poo on your shoulder their friend is busy robbing you.

In restaurants and bars please do not hang your bag on the back of the chair.

The flower ladies ‐ they try to sell you flowers, while one is engaging in conversa‐ tion the other is again tak‐ ing advantage and robbing you.

And then we have the man who stops people, usually tourists. This man is quite well dressed, and his story involves his car being towed, and all his personal belongings are in the car.

He will ask for the taxi fare to go to the police station.

This man operates be‐ tween Mijas and Marbella.

Probably five people a day are giving him a ‘taxi fare’.

But it’s a scam.

We want you to have the best time here so please be aware and enjoy.

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Feria time

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FERIA FUN: La Cala de Mijas’s feria takes place in July.

THE La Cala de Mijas feria will take place from Wednesday July 27 to Sunday July 31 on the Feria ground.

La Hungara, La Guardia, Delaosa and Mago de Oz, will top the bill for the concerts.

The performances were announced by councillor for Fies‐ tas, Tamara Vera.

La Cala will be filled with culture with the feria embrace‐ ing all things Spanish, from flamenco to Spanish guitar.

The feria is made up of different casetas, offering you a chance to try lots of different types of Spanish cuisine from paella, cheeses to cured hams and lots more. Not forgetting the drinks and the feria will have plenty to choose from.

There is also a fairground for the children to enjoy, mak‐ ing it a fun evening for everyone in the family.

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RED DOG cinema in Puerto Banus has undergone a ma‐ jor facelift and its exterior is

being transformed by Mala‐ ga artist Curro Leyton.

Through murals of differ‐

Rock chick ON Tuesday July 19 I was lucky to attend a press event at the new Hard Rock Hotel.

This was the first glance at the new hotel and it did not disappoint.

The lobby is filled with memorabilia from stars over the years.

The hotel is very inviting and beautifully decorated. Staff were very friendly.

As I was there for a work event. I did not have enough time go around it all, but the project is almost complete.

They will close again in November to finish it all and re‐ open its doors in March 2023.

The upcoming Sister Sledge and UB40 gigs are spon‐ sored by the Hard Rock Lounge and will be the first of many for the brand.

Sister Sledge will perform on Saturday, July 30 at the Marbella Arena. This promises to take you back to your disco days.

UB40 with Ali Campbell will perform Saturday, August 6.

So some red red wine and a few friends will make this an‐ other night to remember. Tickets available online or at Ticketmaster and El Corte Ingles.

ent sizes and designs, Red Dog Cinemas, Shakers, HOLO VR, Daytona and all the busi‐ nesses that are part of the complex show off a new im‐ age that is attractive, current and, without a doubt, very vi‐ sual.

You will be able to see the silhouette of Humphrey Bog‐ art, in a tribute to Casablanca and Leonardo di Caprio, in his role in the film The Wolf of Wall Street, undoubtedly pieces with a direct meaning to the world of cinema plus the impressive Red Dog logo.

The change of image of the Red Dog Banus building (pre‐ viously Teatro Goya) has not only taken place on the out‐ side, the interior of the Red Dog Cinemas facilities also has works of art by Curro Leyton, within its permanent exhibition.

There are special offers for those over 65 as well as stu‐ dents and guests can enjoy three hours of free parking in the Saba car park with the purchase of their ticket.

OLIVIAS LA CALA is an‐ other of our fine restau‐ rants here on Costa del Sol. Open seven days a week from 12.30pm daily til late, Olivias is in full summer swing and with nightly entertainment it really is a must on your itinerary.

SATURDAY, August 6 sees the return of our annual event celebrating 60 years of Jamaican Independence.

Since beginning in 2017 the event has just grown and grown, and this year we think will be our biggest yet.

There will be Jamaican food, DJs, and Reggae artists. This is the perfect oppor‐ tunity for those who like a bit of fancy dress.

The event will take place at the Cazbah Live Lounge, Las Lagunas de Mi‐ jas Tickets €5.00 pre booked. For more information contact Lesley on 663 465 104.

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Red Dog make-over All things Jamaica

JAMAICAN INDEPENDENCE: Mijas is celebrating 60 years.

Next Costa Women’s Lunch THE date for the next Costa Ladies Lunch is Tuesday, August 2 at 1pm. The lunch will take place at Divot Restaurant, Neuva Andalucia.

The cost of the three‐course lunch is €25.00.

This is an opportunity to network and make new friends. The women’s lunch takes place ev‐ ery month and is becoming a definite date in many women’s diaries here on the Costa del Sol. Payment in full must be received by Tuesday July 26 to secure your place.

For more information and details on payment please call Anne O’Halloran Ryan on 00353 87 743 6248.

OLIVIAS LA CALA Olivias offers a fine din‐ ing experience with a fun upbeat atmosphere. They also have one of the best cocktail bars.

Open for lunch and din‐

ner, they have an exten‐ sive menu selection and wine list as well as some great live entertainment.

This week’s includes: Friday 22nd July ‐ Wall Street Band‐ 8pm ‐ 11pm Saturday 23rd July ‐ Swinging Saturdays with Tony Capo‐ 2pm ‐ 5pm Sunday 24th July ‐ Sun‐ day Roast with Ivanildo ‐ 2pm ‐ 5pm Sunday 24th July ‐ Gilly Sax ‐ 8pm ‐ 11pm Monday 25th July ‐ Soul night with Ivanildo ‐8pm ‐ 11pm

Tuesday 26th July ‐ El‐ ton John Tribute with Zing Duo 8pm ‐ 11pm Wednesday 27th July ‐ Robbie Williams tribute with Ollie Hughes ‐ 8pm ‐ 11pm Thursday 28th July ‐ Arg and Friends ‐ An evening with James Ar‐ gent, Ivanildo and Mas‐ querade.

Olivias la Cala.

C.Torreon 13, 29649 la Cala de Mijas, Malaga.

Telephone 952 494 935 ‐ oliviaslacala.com

Tribe Retreat EVERY Sunday, Seana and Andy are inviting locals and visi‐ tors alike to join them on their trek n flow adventures.

There will be meditation, yoga, hiking and trekking through crystal waters. The meeting point is in front of Harmons Bar, Elviria at 9am, returning to Elviria no later than 2.30 pm.

The cost is €40.00 per person or €30.00 if using own transport.

For more details contact Seana on 603 147 568.

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

GUITARIST and songwriter Robin George spent lockdown in Periana recording and mas‐ tering no less than seven al‐ bums.

He explained that “for me it was time when I could simply wander into my home studio and get creative” and this huge body of work has now resulted in a new contract and publish‐ ing deal with Angel Air records which had previously released some of his work.

One of the albums consists of reworkings of recordings made over the years with some of rock’s greatest musi‐ cians and the album Roxstar Legends includes appearances by such luminaries as Robert Plant (Led Zeppelin), John Wetton (King Crimson), Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple), Steve Hunter (Lou Reed), Eddie Clark (Motorhead), Phil Lynott (Thin Lizzy) and many more.

Commenting on his career, he told EWN, “I have been very lucky to have worked with so many great musicians during

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Interview with musician Robin George

NEW ALBUM: Robin on ‘Rainbow Ridge’ just outside his Periana studio.

my long career and there are still a number of unreleased recordings gathering dust with

some of the best such as Robert Plant and Phil Lynott, which I hope will see the light

of day sometime.”

Robin has had a long career playing with many well‐known bands but has now been set‐ tled in Periana in Axarquia with wife Debbie for several years and doesn’t seem to miss the slog of being on the road but enjoys his life in the sun.

Having recorded his first sin‐ gle in 1980, the musician went on to work with such diverse talents as David Byron of Uriah Heep fame, Noddy Holder and Roger Plant as well as a stint of touring with Roy Wood and Wizzard.

He and Debbie spent some time travelling through Spain, but when they arrived in the village with its 3,000 inhabi‐ tants, they knew that they had found a place to stop and en‐ joy life so after buying a prop‐ erty and more or less rebuild‐ ing it, they have become part of the Periana community.

Robin says that he can get by in Spanish but is very happy that Debbie is totally bilingual and is a registered translator

which makes life a lot easier.

Apart from Roxstar Legends, Robin has a completely new al‐ bum Dangerous Daze about to be released and for the first time, he has taken on the role of designing the cover, possi‐ bly with some advice from wife Debbie who is herself a recognised artist producing work under the name Fiona Bond.

Another venture sees a video recorded with sister‐in‐ law Vix (who used to be part of the band We’ve got a fuzzbox and we know how to use it) Summer Rocking Reggae as well as a very well‐ produced pastiche of vintage dance moves to his new track Funky Rock Groove.

With so many recordings to his name, the singer songwrit‐ er from Wolverhampton said that “royalties which are not enormous allow me to contin‐ ue to be a working musician who is living the dream.”

Find out more about Robin at http://www.robingeorge.co.uk

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THE Guardia Civil has warned of a scam that is taking place through WhatsApp that several users have de‐ nounced in recent days. Specifically, mobile users receive a message on their phones in which they are invited to be part of a Coca‐Cola promotion in which they can receive up to €500 for their supposed 130th anniversary, as re‐ ported on Saturday, July 16, by Spanish news sources.

As reported by the Internet Security Office, the user re‐ ceives a message that seems to genuinely come from Co‐

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Whatsapp cyber scam ca‐Cola. It promotes gifts for the drinks company’s 130th anniversary, accompanied by a link where the gifts can supposedly be purchased.

On this website, it asks the user to answer a survey where they can win a mini fridge. The message will al‐

ways be the same: you have won a prize and in order to claim it you must send the message to 20 friends through WhatsApp who must fill out a form with personal data.

In reality, it is a subscription to a service where the user actually agrees to pay €43.50 every 14 days.

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1.4 million-year-old jawbone may belong to oldest known European human relative.

Oldest relative AN archaeological site in the Atapuerca Mountains near the city of Burgos in northern Spain, which is known for its rich fossil record, has unearthed a jawbone fossil.

The fragmented skull is believed to be the oldest of its kind ever found in Europe.

It includes part of the upper jawbone (maxilla) and a tooth of a hominid

who lived approximately 1.4 million years ago, ac‐ cording to a science pub‐ lication on Sunday, July 17.

John Hawks, who is an anthropologist at the University of Wisconsin‐ Madison, in America, al‐ though not affiliated with the recent dig, said that the new discovery helps give insight into the locals previously in

the area.

“We don’t know yet exactly where this piece of the upper jaw is going to fit, and it’s going to take a lot of work and comparison for that team to determine [this],” John Hawks told the publication.

“But whatever they de‐ termine, this is tied to a site with evidence of be‐ haviour.”

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Rhod cancer treatment IT was revealed on, Thursday, July 14, that top British comedian and television star Rhod Gilbert has been diagnosed with cancer. The legendary Welsh star has not disclosed which type of cancer it is, but he is undergoing treatment.

Rhod confirmed the news via his Facebook page, posting: “As a proud patron of Velindre Cancer Centre, I’ve trekked the world, hosted chaotic quizzes, and star-studded comedy nights. I’ve met and made friends with so many inspirational staff, patients and their families.

It has been a huge part of my life for the last 10 years.

“So while I never imagined that I would be a patient here, I know better than anyone that I am in the best possible hands.

The NHS care I’m receiving is incredible. I wouldn’t wish this on anyone... but who knows,

maybe I’ll come out the other end with a new stand-up show and a 40minute rant about orange squash,” the television star continued.

He concluded: “Thank you, everyone, for your

support over the last few weeks and months (and years). I’ll be disappearing for a while and won’t be commenting further, at least not for now, whilst I focus on my recovery.

Rhod x.”

Gatwick water shortage GATWICK AIRPORT, the UK’s second largest, ran out of water forcing toilets and restaurants to close during the heatwave on Thursday, July 14.

Disgruntled passengers were quick to vent their frustration on Social Media.

One tweeted: “Water shortage at Gatwick Air‐ port.

“No food service at some of the restaurants, pre‐ sumably due to the lack of water, and the terminal is packed. Oh joy.”

Gatwick Airport was quick to respond to the tweet with a post that read: “We’re really sorry that we’re experiencing an issue with the supply of water to Gatwick.

“We’re working closely with SES Water to get this resolved. Thanks.”

Another passenger said: “Gatwick Airport should‐ n’t you be warning your customers that nearly all the loos are shut!

“Watching kids and pregnant women really upset is a bad vibe.”

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Public sector pay rise UK public sector work‐ ers will apparently be offered a pay rise that averages out at around 5 per cent, in one of Boris Johnson’s last acts as Prime Min‐

ister.

According to a Fi‐ nancial Times (FT) re‐ port late on Friday, Ju‐ ly 15, unnamed government ministers said that Johnson is

planning to make the offer ahead of annual pay reviews for more than half of the civil service.

With inflation run‐ ning close to 10 per cent, the unnamed source said that John‐ son and the govern‐ ment were likely to accept the recommen‐ dations of indepen‐ dent pay reviews and award increases of around 5 per cent.

Public sector pay has lagged behind the pri‐ vate sector with aus‐ terity measures result‐ ing in consecutive years of low increases, and last year’s 1.5 per cent falling well be‐ hind the nearly 8 per cent seen in parts of the private sector.

The latter has been bolstered by one‐off bonuses and other en‐ ticements to attract and retain staff.

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Manchester Building Society or another equity release fiasco

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FOR years, Manchester Building Society (‘MBS’) offered lifetime mortgage loans to owners of Spanish property. The facility allowed ‘asset rich, cash poor’ property owners to unlock their wealth by means of periodical drawdowns that typically, would only be repayable upon death of the borrower, within a maximum period of 12 months from the demise. According to their pro‐ motional brochure, […] the personal representa‐ tives or beneficiaries of the estate need to decide if they wish to complete the inheritance and if so, they become responsible for the property and, if necessary, arranging the sale.

The literature extolled the virtues of a rather simple and straightforward reverse mortgage where the owner would retain full ownership of the property and continue living in it, but also a

‘no negative equity guarantee’ was available, it meaning that even if the outstanding mortgage ‐ inclusive of interest ‐ was higher than the eventu‐ al sale proceeds, the heirs would not be required to pay off the shortfall (not sure this clause was ever put to the test).

Finally, available equity ranged conservatively between 25 per cent and 50 per cent loan‐to‐val‐ ue.

Now you may be asking yourself the purpose of this article because, admittedly, there seemed to be no pitfalls or associated dangers, small print, or even complex legalese in the legal offer‐ ing, it was just plain sailing until the unpredictable happened: MBS ran out of cash to pay the pen‐ sioners the agreed instalments due to a prohibi‐ tion by its regulator, PRA, to grant further loans in Spain and elsewhere (and stop those already signed for).

Late last year a Velez‐Malaga Court fully ac‐ cepted executive proceedings brought by Law‐ bird Legal Services against the lender, on behalf of a British client, demanding full payment of the agreed loan of €300k (with interest). And with over 120 ‘lifetime mortgages’ signed in Spain by MBS, many of which are still ongoing, intense liti‐ gation is expected.

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British tourist accident A TRAGIC freak accident re‐ sulted in a young British man dying while he was ty‐ ing up his boat.

The 30‐year‐old was at‐ tempting to anchor his ves‐ sel to a rock on the island of Nimos when he slipped on a rock on Tuesday, July 12.

The young man then dis‐ appeared into the water ac‐ cording to the UK press.

A lifeboat was dispatched and took the man to the nearby island of Symi, just off the southern coast of Turkey, where he was treat‐ ed at the medical centre.

Doctors provided first aid and were preparing to transfer him to a larger hos‐ pital when he died, local media reported.

Coastguards then re‐ turned to tow the ship and the remaining passengers to the harbour in Symi, where the boat is now an‐ chored.

The other three passen‐ gers were not injured in the incident, which appears to be a tragic accident.

Symi port authorities have launched a routine in‐ vestigation into the death.

The body of the Briton

was transferred to the is‐ land of Rhodes so that a post‐mortem can be per‐ formed.

Positive list of pets Tamsin Brown

THE Netherlands has created a positive list of mammals, a list of species that are legally allowed to be kept as pets in the country. This move will prevent exotic mammals from being kept as pets in unsuitable conditions.

Over 300 mammal species were assessed for the list and just 30 were approved. This reflects the fact that many species commonly kept as pets are unsuited to life in captivity. The list will enter into force on January 1, 2024, and people who currently own such unauthorised animal species will be allowed to keep them until the end of their lives.

In May, at the meeting of the Council of the Eu‐ ropean Union (Agriculture and Fisheries), a posi‐ tion paper that was submitted by Cyprus and co‐ signed by Lithuania, Luxembourg and Malta called for the European Commission to explore the po‐ tential benefits of an EU‐wide positive list. The paper was supported by a vast majority of Mem‐ ber States and demonstrates an understanding of the need to regulate the pet trade.

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THIRTY‐FOUR pharmacies have been accused of Covid‐ 19 test fraud in France with up to €53 million believed to have been fraudulently claimed from the govern‐ ment.

According to French media on Wednesday, July 13 the pharmacies carried out fraud‐ ulent antigen and PCR tests over a period of two years.

Image Sibuet Benjamin / Shutterstock.com

Covid test fraud French pharmacy fraud.

Stop deforestation ON July 13, the European Parliament’s Environment, Pub‐ lic Health and Food Safety Committee adopted its position on the proposal for a regulation on deforestation‐free products to halt EU‐driven global deforestation.

The new law would make it obligatory for companies to verify that goods sold in the EU have not been pro‐ duced on deforested or degraded land. This would assure consumers that the products they buy do not contribute to the destruction of forests outside the EU, including irre‐ placeable tropical forests.

The rapporteur Christophe Hansen said: “We are seri‐ ous about fighting climate change and biodiversity loss.

Acknowledging that the EU is responsible for around 10 per cent of global deforestation, we don’t have a choice but to ramp up our efforts to halt it.”

The fraud came to light af‐ ter government administra‐ tors became suspicious of the size of the claims, with one pharmacy alone claiming €18 million.

Thomas Fatôme, the Gen‐ eral Director of Health Insur‐ ance, said that the fraud was on an industrial scale with as many as nine out of every 10 claims fraudulent. In all the cases the pharmacy claimed to have distributed the test to a nurse, a doctor, or a physio‐ therapist.

The case is not dissimilar to that of the fraud committed in Madrid where vaccination cer‐ tificates were bought, howev‐ er, the values involved in this case are astronomical by com‐ parison and involve defrauding the government rather than the sale of certificates.

The scale of the fraud in‐ volving the 34 pharmacies is unheard of, although investi‐ gations in other countries like the UK have identified gross wastage and contractual ir‐ regularities.

NEWS

Lufthansa cancellations LUFTHANSA has become the latest airline to cancel flights for the summer, saying that it will reduce its schedule by more than 2,000. The airline said on Wednesday, July 13 that the flights would be axed from the Frankfurt and Munich schedules.

Staff shortages at airports, rising Covid‐ 19 infections and industrial action are all given as reasons for the cancellations, with the airline stating: “Lufthansa has imple‐ mented numerous measures and is recruit‐ ing additional staff wherever possible to ensure the greatest possible stability of the

flight schedule and thus offer its passen‐ gers the best possible planning security.”

The cancellations follow the decision to reduce the flight schedule between July 8 and 14 with airports struggling to cope with volumes during peak periods in the afternoon and evening.

Although Lufthansa is the latest airline to cancel additional flights that were sched‐ uled for the summer, the expectation is that it will not be the last airline to do so with airport capacity issues far from re‐ solved.

End attacks on EU values EUROPEAN values are un‐ der systemic threat in Hungary, says the Civil Liberties Committee of the European Parliament.

In a draft report adopted on July 13 with 47 votes for, 10 against, and two abstentions, MEPs detail their concerns about Hun‐ gary, including the func‐ tioning of its constitution‐ al system; the independence of the judi‐ ciary and other institu‐

tions; corruption; privacy and data protection; free‐ dom of expression; free‐ dom of religion; the rights of minority groups, mi‐ grants, asylum seekers, refugees and the LGBTIQ community; and econom‐ ic and social rights.

The Civil Liberties Com‐ mittee condemns the “de‐ liberate and systematic efforts of the Hungarian government” to under‐ mine European values as

enshrined in the Treaty on European Union (TEU), a situation that has wors‐ ened substantially since 2018.

They deplore the inabili‐ ty of the Council to make meaningful progress. Any further delay in acting to protect EU values in Hun‐ gary, the text warns, would amount to a breach of the principle of the rule of law by the Council it‐ self.

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FINLAND

Snus and lose

In Vino Veritas

AS many Danish smokers start using Snus, a type of snuff, according to a Danish vet in a TV interview, the number of cases of dogs experiencing nicotine poisoning has doubled between 2017 and 2021 as they eat discarded packets in the streets.

MOST shoppers in supermarkets throughout Europe can pick up a bottle of wine to go with their meals, but this is not the case in Finland.

Now a survey has found that 59 per cent of respondents don’t think wine should only be available in state-controlled outlets.

THE NETHERLANDS

Very hot drink

AS chaos descends on Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam with long waits for baggage, Icelandair is sending two baggage handlers with every flight in order to ensure that they see the cases and bags unloaded from the aircraft and conveyed to the baggage hall.

AN Irish court has awarded compensation of €66,000 to a 15-year-old boy, who four years ago was travelling with Aer Lingus to Malaga.

Having been told to remove the lid of his hot chocolate drink to add milk, some spilled onto his leg causing second degree burns.

ITALY

Uber questions

Pizza excess

A FORMER Belgian minister is being investigated by journalists following the recent revelations by Uber whistle blower Mark MacGann who has accused the previous management of Uber of being ’too close’ to certain European politicians including President Macron and George Osborne.

AS the Italian government carries out a wild boar cull in parts of Italy, a 57-year-old woman who was enjoying a pizza on a beach in Genoa was horrified that the aroma of her lunch attracted a large wild boar which bit her on the arm.

GERMANY

PORTUGAL

Artistic licence

Drive legally

DURING the time of Protestant Reformation in Germany a painted alter piece in Naumburg Cathedral was removed as being too extravagant. Now a controversial new piece has been installed, painted by Michael Triegel which includes a Jewish Rabbi, an Italian tramp in a red cap and his daughter.

WHILST holders of UK driving licences in Spain continue to wait for some form of agreement to allow them to drive in that country, Portugal announced on July 12 that it would recognise driver’s licences from a number of different countries, one of which is the UK.

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Tough justice

Bojo praise

TWO Belgian tourists who were on a camping trip in France fled up a tree when chased by a wild boar. Having mobile phones, they called emergency services and when officers arrived the boar had wandered off, so they were fined €270.

WHILST press around the world has been quick to suggest that Boris Johnson’s support for Ukraine was part of a ‘Winston Churchill complex’, the government there has responded quickly to thank him for all that he did to support the struggle against Russia.

NORWAY

SWEDEN

Passport control

New musical

AS there is such a huge backlog of people waiting to renew their passports which the Norwegian police can’t tackle, Estonia, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Portugal and Turkey have indicated that they will, during this summer, accept expired passports so that holidaymakers can still travel.

WITH music and lyrics by Björn Ulvaeus and a contribution from former ABBA colleague Benny Andersson, a new musical Pippi at the Circus based on Sweden’s favourite children’s character Pippi Longstocking was premiered at the Cirkus venue in Stockholm on July 12.

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WHILST a rolling stone gathers no moss, a Spanish billionaire seems to be snapping up international real estate in the same way others buy pick n’ mix sweets. Latest news on Inditex founder Amancio Ortega says he will spend $500 million on a New York skyscraper.

Bitcoin loser

Amazon growth WITH an announcement that it plans to create a further 4,000 permanent jobs across the UK, online retail giant Amazon will move into the top 10 private sector employers in Britian as it brings its total staffing level to 75,000.

Madrid tax THOSE receiving an inheritance in the Autonomous Community of Madrid will pay less tax thanks to a decision by the local government which has extended the 25 per cent discount on inheritance tax to take into account siblings, cousins and uncles/aunts.

Canal success THE main contractor for the Panama Canal expansion works, Spanish company Sacyr, is undertaking its’ fifth contract in Colombia where it has secured a 15‐year contract to build and operate the Canal del Dique concession which is on the Rio Magdalena.

Food is still being distributed through Spanish food banks.

THE Spanish government has been accused of doing “too lit‐ tle, too late” in a critical report published by Human Rights Watch on July 13 with its re‐ sponse to the financial effect of the pandemic.

It concedes that at the start of the pandemic, the Spanish gov‐ ernment expanded existing un‐ employment support pro‐ grammes and introduced a new flagship social assistance pro‐ gramme.

It then says however, despite the government’s stated good in‐ tentions, existing weaknesses and flaws in the social security system, as well as problems in

the design of new forms of assis‐ tance, it meant that support fell short of what was needed.

Most damningly the report claims that as a result, “Spain’s government is failing its obliga‐ tions to protect and fulfil peo‐ ple’s rights to food and an ade‐ quate standard of living.

“The economic storm that came with the Covid‐19 pandem‐ ic wreaked havoc on the lives of people on low incomes in Spain, leaving households unable to af‐ ford food, even before the cur‐ rent cost‐of‐living crisis,” said Kartik Raj, Europe researcher at Human Rights Watch.

“Government efforts to supple‐

ment an inadequate social safety net have offered too little, too late, and to too few, meaning thousands of people still rely on emergency food aid and parents are skipping meals so their kids can eat,” he added.

People’s earnings dried up and they were left unable to afford food and other basic supplies.

Many faced delays receiving pan‐ demic‐linked furlough payments and responses to their social se‐ curity support applications.

There are currently 54 food banks throughout Spain coordi‐ nated by the Federación Españo‐ la de Bancos de Alimentos (FES‐ BAL)

Windfall taxes and more

ON July 12, during a ‘State of the Na‐ tion’ speech in the Cortes, Spanish President Pedro Sánchez announced the introduction of two temporary ‘windfall’ taxes which will hit energy companies and banks.

Intended to raise significant funds in tax years 2022 and 2023, the first tax will hit the extraordinary profits made by large electricity, gas and oil companies and is expected to amount to around €2 billion per each year.

In the case of banks, the exception‐ al additional taxation is forecast to add €1.5 billion per year to govern‐ ment coffers.

According to Sánchez, who will need to call a general election no lat‐

FINANCE

President Sánchez explained his latest plans.

er than December 10, 2023, he in‐ tends to do all he can to protect the middle and working classes.

He also announced discounts of up to 100 per cent for Renfe’s local, Ro‐ dalies and Media Distancia train tick‐ ets and promised that all Renfe mul‐

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ONE of the big losers in the Bitcoin crash which has seen the value half since March is the government of El Salvador which unwisely decided in June 2021 that it would become legal tender in that country and now looks as if it could default on loans.

ti‐journey train tickets would be free of charge from September 1 to De‐ cember 31 this year.

The measure comes after a 50 per cent discount was approved in the last decree of anti‐crisis measures ap‐ proved by the Council of Ministers.

Another positive step for the young was the decision to create a supplementary scholarship of €100 per month for all students over 16 who already enjoy a scholarship, with the aim that no young person is forced to abandon studies out of ne‐ cessity.

Nearly a million students will re‐ ceive this extra financial support from September to December of this year.

Lazy Friday AS people became more used to working at home during the pandemic, the trend continued after the restrictions were lifted in the UK and many companies allowed their staff much more flexibility.

Lord Sugar made it clear that he opposed the con‐ cept of home working as creativity is generated by group interaction, but many companies still allowed staff to stay at home on a Friday.

One of those, Mike Ash‐ ley’s Frasers Group, has just decided that many of its staff appear to see Friday as more of a day for relaxation and posting on social media than for work and has therefore told them that they will have to all return to the office.

Guest workers L AT E S T S p a n i s h g o v e r n ‐ ment figures indicate that some 130,000 Ukrainian refugees have been wel‐ comed to the country since the Russian invasion.

With many of these new arrivals being well educat‐ ed and with a reasonable command of English, if not Spanish as yet, there was hope that many would be ideal to fill many of the roles where employers are desperate for staff.

The same figures howev‐ er reveal that only around 6.5 per cent of those who have arrived have actually found work and online site B u z z Fe e d s u g g e s t s t h a t one of the reasons is that some unscrupulous em‐ ployers are ignoring strict employment laws and of‐ fering long hours with low pay.

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4.681,0 1.371,00 4.368,0 64,98 213,71 2.063,0 675,20 245,80 42,05 7.550,0 788,40 160,75 1.458,00 1.103,00 218,20 6.326,0 1,89 760,40 1.776,2 590,00 988,00 6.376,0 2.295,00 510,00 594,00 4.680,0 88,41 0,75 671,20 1.169,50 2.712,0 801,60 1.019,50 2.768,0 2.022,5 1.154,50 1.467,00 10.795,0 1.754,50 1.149,50 559,00 118,15 259,00 128,80 3.891,0 1.015,00 128,40 2.620,0 801,00

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Inflation fears SPEAKING to radio station RNE on July 14, Spanish Economy Minister Nadia Calviño admitted that the government will have to raise its inflation forecast as June results were the highest for almost 40 years although she believes that it will fall towards the end of summer.

Climate change AS part of its commitment to sustainability, the Span‐ ish government is one of the first in the world to commit money to the newly created Resilience and Sustainability Trust set up by the International Monetary Fund. A total of €1.86 billion will go to help poorer countries address climate change.

Exchange rate CAUSED mainly by energy prices and record inflation in Europe, for the first time since 2002, the euro has fallen in value against the US dollar and stands very close to a one for one level which may help exports to the USA.

CBD sweeties YEARS ago, visitors to Ams‐ terdam used to enjoy Cannabis Cookies in coffee shops, not for the medical advantages but simply to get high.

Now in the UK, subject to strict guidelines, CBD prod‐ ucts which contain signifi‐ cant volumes of CBD which it is claimed is good for your health and no THC which is what gives the cannabis high have been made legal.

Latest fashion for those who don’t just want to put oil on your tongue is CBD sweets which come in a range of sizes, colours, shapes and prices but are only supposed to be used by those over 18, even though manufacturers claim that it is impossible to overdose.

Atlético Madrid deal

WHALEFIN is the new sponsor of Atlético Madrid first team jersey in a deal between the football club and the platform of global digital asset management giant Amber Group.

Amber Group, in addi‐ tion, becomes Official Digi‐ tal Wealth and Digital Lifestyle Partner of the club within the framework of a five‐season agreement for an undisclosed sum.

As Amber Group acceler‐ ates the growth of WhaleFin, its consumer business, the company said that it will benefit from sig‐ nificant branding exposure, extending the influence of Atlético de Madrid from the stadium and into the metaverse.

Through what it calls the ‘Atletiverse’ Amber con‐ firmed that fans can expect one‐of‐a‐kind experiences for the club’s fan commu‐ nity as they will be able to engage with like‐minded fans from all over the world in the metaverse,

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NEW SPONSOR: Latest signing Axel Witsel with club president Enrique Cerezo.

and discover the utility of digital assets in both the virtual and real world.

Additionally, the Atlético de Madrid Foundation will work with the Amber Group to launch sustain‐ ability and corporate social responsibility initiatives in‐ cluding the implementa‐ tion of local campaigns for

education in sustainability and conservation.

Speaking on July 11, Michael Wu, Chief Execu‐ tive Officer of Amber Group, said: “This multi‐ year partnership is a mon‐ umental moment for Am‐ ber Group, and we are proud to be partnering with Atlético de Madrid,

one of the top football clubs in Spain and Europe.”

Miguel Ángel Gil, Chief Executive Officer of Atléti‐ co de Madrid, said: “Today is a significant day for the future of Atlético de Madrid, as we join forces with a global leading com‐ pany in the digital finance space.”

Consumer Price Increase

AS previously forecast, Spain saw a price increase of 10.2 per cent in the month of June according to a release from the National Statistics Institute on Wednesday, July 13.

Spain’s National Statistics Institute (INE) confirmed the price increase in June was due to sharp rises in petrol, food and electricity prices.

Accommodation and hotels were also included in the reason for the price increase, although they report‐ edly played a lesser role.

The INE validated the data that was already advanced at the end of last month, which also reflected a sharp rise in products with traditionally more stable prices (core underlying prices) of 5.5 per cent, the highest since August 1993.

According to the INE website the Consumer Price Index (CPI) is a “sta‐ tistical measure of the evolution of the prices of goods and services con‐ sumed by the population residing in family dwellings in Spain.”

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NEW DATA: Consumer spend highlights price increases.

The set of goods and services, which make up ‘the shopping bas‐ ket’, are basically obtained from household consumption, with the im‐ portance of each one of them in the calculation of the CPI being deter‐ mined by consumption.

The method of calculation was changed in 2002 and changes intro‐

duced in this system have made the CPI a more dynamic indicator, which is better adapted to market develop‐ ments, as the calculations can be up‐ dated more frequently.

In addition, new products can be included in ‘the shopping basket’ as soon as their consumption becomes significant.

FINANCE

Spanish growth POLISH company Pepco which owns Poundland in the UK has seen consider‐ able growth in the last quar‐ ter and on Thursday July 14 announced its plans for Spanish expansion.

The company said “in March 2022, we launched a trial in Spain offering the full range of Pepco clothing, Pepco GM and FMCG across selected stores.

“The trial has gone excep‐ tionally well, and we have been encouraged by the ini‐ tial response of customers with a significant increase in customer satisfaction.

“We have therefore de‐ cided that this destination format is the best way for‐ ward for our customers in the Spanish market.

“We will be converting our existing Dealz stores in Spain to Pepco stores.”

The company also looks to expand further in the growing Spanish market

Chapter 11 ON June 12, 2022, Celsius Network, an American based cryptocurrency plat‐ form which facilitated in‐ vestment and loans using different cryptocurrency announced that it would pause all withdrawals, Swap, and transfers to sta‐ bilise the business and pro‐ tect customers.

Then on July 14 it an‐ nounced that it was to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection which means that its creditors may not take action to recover debts for a period of time whilst the business at‐ tempts to restructure.

This is not an unusual ac‐ tion in the USA and many large companies including American Airlines, General Motors, Hertz, and Marvel have taken this step and then emerged stronger and able to continue to trade and satisfy cus‐ tomers and shareholders.

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LEAPY LEE SAYS IT OTHERS THINK IT I DON’T often react to mail I receive, particularly those that are non‐ constructive and often downright nasty, but I do feel a couple of recent missives merit a certain repudiation from the ol’ boy. Of course, as usual the wrong end of the stick was firmly seized by at least one of these communications.

My point about Facebook removing my posting of the naked white man being kicked and stoned to death by black youths, without intervention on an SA street, was not that it was actually taking place, but the fact that the FB site seems to allow the most horrendous acts by terrorist groups to remain, but deem it necessary to remove, and subsequently continue to sweep under the carpet, the desperate and totally unacceptable treatment of the white citizens who still live in these African countries.

Contrary to one of your letters, I do in fact know exactly what I am talking about. Not only do I receive weekly updates from friends in Africa, but I have also toured and lived for a while in both SA and Rhodesia/Zimbabwe;

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I rest my case experiencing the apartheid and also their so‐called liberated eras. Well I remember, during my trip to a then fairly young Zimbabwe, having local black residents furtively sidle up and inform me how much better their lives were under Mr Smith! At least during those far off days these countries prospered. Although the blacks were disgracefully oppressed and reduced to second class citizens in their own land, they did at least reap the benefits of the hard work, efforts and expertise of the white settlers; ie roofs over their heads, food on the table and schools for their children.

Both countries have since descended into utter anarchy under the jackboots of the ANC and the deceased despot Mugabe. Whites are afraid to shop or go into many public places alone. Muggings and robbery are the norm. Abduction, rapes and murders of whites are not even reported. Johannesburg has become the most dangerous city in the world.

Those whites, who have survived, are forced to live in virtual fortresses, with high walls topped by barbed wire and compounds patrolled by dogs,

backed up by armouries of firearms.

Farms seized by the authorities, once productive and highly successful, lie barren and unattended, while the ordinary local black citizens, most living in poverty and starvation, look helplessly on as the privileged few indulge themselves in lives of luxury and decadence, far in excess of the white politicians and leaders of yore.

And the world looks on and does precisely nothing. I rest my case.

Please, if you do feel the need to communicate, either by email or online, can you first make sure you actually understand my point and not merely pluck a couple of lines or phrases out purely to be unpleasant? It really is such an utter waste of precious time and energy. Keep ‘em coming however, I do peruse them all.

Hang in there.

Keep the faith.

Love Leapy leapylee2002@gmail.com

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Let’s ban worthless words! words routinely is in order. There must be a James Bond villain capa‐ ble of carrying this out. THAT would BREAKING VIEWS be ‘epic’.

Nora is the author of popular psychological Additionally, I suggest banning the suspense and crime thrillers and a freelance journalist. menu terms ‘pan‐fried’ and ‘oven‐ DO some overused roasted’. Pans and words annoy you? Words ovens are the normal like ‘iconic’? Followed by way to fry and roast ‘legendary’ as in the leg‐ food. If restaurants endary Elton John who, keep this up, we’ll as far as I know, is real soon have ‘waitress‐ unlike the legendary served’ and ‘somme‐ King Arthur and the lier‐poured’.

Knights of the Round Speaking of food, Table. People use these reminds me of an ad words without knowing I saw in the ‘leg‐ what they originally endary’ Exchange meant. and Mart: ‘Pure bred And let’s not forget Bulldog for sale. Will that most sacrosanct of eat anything. Ex‐ words: ‘Epic’. I thought tremely fond of chil‐ Ulysses’ Odyssey was dren’.

Nora’s latest thriller. ‘epic’, but so, too, seem‐ Nora Johnson’s ingly, was Will Smith critically acclaimed slapping Chris Rock. Yes, an epic of psychological crime thrillers two minutes is equal to The Trojan (www.nora‐johnson.net) all avail‐ War of 10 years. Time flies or, ap‐ able online including eBooks parently, does not: it stands still and (€0.99;£0.99), Apple Books, audio‐ still becomes ‘epic’. I think a mind books, paperbacks at Amazon etc. wipe of everyone who uses these Profits to Cudeca cancer charity.

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FEATURE

Enjoy a dust free home DUST can be a dampen‐ er on our dreams of a light, airy and most of all, clean, living space!

It’s one of those things that can creep on us even despite our reli‐ gious cleaning regime because everything cre‐ ates dust, including us!

By reducing the amount of dust in your home, your air quality will improve massively, so it’s best to keep on top of it if you can!

One way of preventing dust is to get a door‐ mat. This means visi‐ tors can leave their dirt at the door. The mats should be washed regu‐ larly.

By having floorboards instead of carpets in your home it also be‐ comes easier to clean your floors and prevent the build of dust.

You may want to air out your space but, if you want less dust, keeping doors and win‐

dows closed will pre‐ vent pollen and other airborne pollutants from entering your home.

If you have pets make

sure to wash them reg‐ ularly. They can often shed fur and this, as well as their skin in general, creates a lot of dust.

Colour your home without paint!

IT’S easy to grow a little tired of the same four walls and colour schemes you have in your home.

What was once a calming, cool toned living room now just feels well… grey. Even white paint ‐ which never goes out of style ‐ can just feel a bit meh af‐ ter a while. But painting is a lot of work and maybe your property is rented so your interior design free‐ dom is limited.

Instead of applying a fresh coat of paint, why not add colour to your space by hanging colourful art‐ work? You can hang a few contrasting pieces or have a statement piece on a feature wall to pick out colourful elements of your front room.

Colourful throws and cushions can make your furniture pop. They’re also a comfy, aesthetic addi‐ tion to any drab looking furniture you may have.

Temporary wallpaper is also a thing! If you’re not allowed to paint your walls, temporary adhesive wallpaper is available in a range of fun prints and colours to liven up your living space.

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Apartments and Villas in La Heredia LA HEREDIA in Bena‐ havis, just inland from Marbella, is a sort of hidden gem that’s re‐ ally come into the light recently for its gorgeous apartments and villas available on the property market.

This picture‐perfect Mediterranean village was originally envi‐ sioned in the 1980s by architect Jaime Par‐ lade to represent a quintessential Spanish town on the coast.

It is a contemporary take on classic Andalu‐ cian architecture. Ex‐ pect airy patios and private terraces com‐ plete with gorgeous views out into the mountainous valley and calming blue sea.

La Heredia is now one of the most at‐ tractive, modern yet rustic, residential neighbourhoods on this part of the Costa del Sol since being tak‐ en over by Dutch de‐ velopers. Only a short 10 minute walk from the beaches and shops of Puerto Banus and Marbella, and with

San Pedro Alcantara just round the corner, La Heredia has every‐ thing you could need.

There are also plenty of supermarkets, banks, an English‐ French bistro bar and a delicious Dutch bak‐ ery as a nod to the project’s developers.

Constituting part of Benhavis’s Golden Tri‐ angle area for proper‐ ty investment, La Heredia is a very pop‐ ular property location but is still unique due to the contemporary influences on its de‐ sign.

Those who fancy a property in La Heredia can take their pick in the gated community from townhouses, flats and villas for cou‐ ples, small and large families or for those who want to live solo.

Due to the booming property market in Spain currently, now is a brilliant time to in‐ vest if you would love a sophisticated lifestyle in a safe and cosmopolitan area of the Costa del Sol.

PROPERTY

Property reformation THERE’S no shortage of bargain properties avail‐ able which require partial or total refurbishment. In some cases, this can be as simple as a new kitchen or a coat of paint.

In other cases, it could mean virtually knocking down the property to start again.

Some of these proper‐ ties for reform can repre‐ sent great value for mon‐ ey, but beware of the pitfalls. It is very impor‐ tant that if you are going to do any alterations to your property, you have the correct paperwork re‐ quired for the job. This should normally be ar‐ ranged between the town hall and your builder and will include the builder supplying an estimate for the work.

There is, as always, tax to pay, but this is a rela‐ tively small amount com‐ pared to what you could be fined if they catch you out later. For example when you come to sell the property and the buy‐ er’s lawyers realise that the work was not autho‐ rised.

The building materials and construction used in

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BEFORE REFORMATION: Get quotes for any works needed.

traditional Spanish build‐ ings can be different from other parts of Europe, so it is very important to have any work carried out by a legal, qualified

builder and ideally by one who can speak the same language as your‐ self. Before purchasing, always make sure that you understand the situa‐

tion as to the supply of essential services, like electricity, water, inter‐ net and telephone.

As anywhere in the world, it is always best to have a few quotations (presupuesto), but gener‐ ally, it is wise that you should budget for costs to be up to100 per cent higher than quoted in case the costs escalate wildly from the original estimates.

The price of restored properties doesn’t always reflect the cost and amount of work that went into them and many people who have restored a ‘ruin’ would never do it again and ad‐ vise others against it.

Spanish rent increases limited THE law in Spain has been extended to lim‐ it the increase of rent by a maximum of 2 per cent.

Before the rise of IPC, the Spanish gov‐ ernment has extended until December 31, 2022 the extraordinary measure devised to control the price of house renting con‐ tracts.

The increase of the price of rented‐living will continue to be limited until December 31. The government confirmed this at the beginning of June by extending the ex‐

traordinary law to prohibit the increase of rent prices by a maximum of 2 per cent un‐ til the end of the year. This urgent measure is part of the Spanish executive’s strategy to combat the general increase in price.

This is due to the rise in IPC which has reached historical figures due to the ongo‐ ing armed conflict in Ukraine.

During 2021 various measures have been rolled out, such as a proposed €15 million of funding to protect families and business‐ es.

Diverse property prices in the Costa del Sol IF you’re looking for your home in the sun and thinking about buying in the Costa del Sol, attracted by the gor‐ geous coastline, relaxed lifestyle and 300 sunny days per year, you may be wondering how much you need to put aside for your investment.

Property prices on the Costa del Sol tend to range quite a lot. One of the main reasons for this is location.

In eastern Estepona, property prices tend to be quite high due to it’s close proximity to international schools and large international community. Estepona also boasts famous golf courses and medical centres and is easily ac‐ cessible from the main motorway through Costa del Sol. Marbella is a cosmopolitan town and home to the Cos‐ ta del Sol’s renowned blue flag beaches. Due to the bustling atmosphere and trendy clubs, Marbella has one of the highest property prices in this area.

In somewhere like Fuengirola, the prices are slightly more reasonable but vary quite a lot. Expect to pay more the closer you get to the beach!

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

IT’S important to take care of your skin, especially in sum‐ mer when it’s exposed to the sun’s harsh UV rays. It’s also nice to have that golden, dewy glow that’s not just shimmering sweat from the high temperatures! Here are some tips to take care of your skin this summer.

Starting from basics, it’s im‐ portant to have a good face

wash that’s appropriate for your skin and the hotter sum‐ mer weather. Consider that humidity causes your skin to produce more oil when shop‐ ping for your daily cleanser.

Those with oily skin natural‐ ly can be prone to more acne during summer because your pores get more clogged. A cleanser that contains salicylic acid will help with this.

If your skin is dry you may experience redness and rash‐ es in summer. A non‐soapy face wash will work wonders for you in summer.

And do NOT forget your sunscreen! Excessive UV ex‐ posure can permanently damage your skin and cause premature ageing. Apply an SPF 30 sun cream at least twice a day if you’re outside in the sun.

Use shade, wear brimmed hats, clothing that covers, and sunscreen with at least SPF 15 for sun protection. Use insect repellent and wear long‐ sleeved shirts and long pants to prevent mosquito bites and ticks. Tip ‐ apply sun‐ screen before insect repel‐ lent!

Get up and go! Get at least 150 minutes of aerobic physi‐ cal activity every week and reap the benefits of better sleep and reduced anxiety.

Eat healthy foods like deli‐ cious fruits and veggies, and make sure to drink plenty of water to keep hydrated.

Avoid sugary or alcoholic drinks and, if you are drinking alcohol, alternate it between water. Add slices of fruit to water for a refreshing, low‐ calorie drink!

SO what was meant to be a tan has left you red and sore and hot to the touch.

Sun‐ burn can be painful and creep up on you before you realise, especially if you spend a long time in the sun. But why does sunburn happen and, more importantly, how bad is it?

When you get sunburnt, it’s your skin trying to defend itself from damaging UV light from the sun. As a result of UV exposure the molecules in your skin cells’ DNA mutate and break down.

A tan is effectively our skin’s defence mecha‐ nism, as it produces melanin to block the radi‐ ation and minimise damage. Pale people tend to burn a lot quicker because their skin pro‐ duces less melanin as a protective layer.

If your skin is darker due to the sun, it’s a sign that your DNA has already been dam‐ aged and the process is irreversible. However,

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Saving your skin The reasoning this summer behind sunburn

SUNBURN: Can be extremely painful.

you can project your skin and reduce your risk of things like skin cancer by applying sun cream regularly and covering exposed skin with clothing.

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LUSCIOUS lashes are fabulous to top off your make‐up look ‐ or just to make you look a little bit more awake!

There’s nothing worse than when your mascara smudges, especially when you’ve spent ages on the perfect winged eyeliner!

However, there are ways to prevent your mascara from smudging and to avoid that panda‐eye look which is nev‐ er ideal, no matter how dark your ex‐ pertly blended smokey‐eye may be.

It’s a good idea to avoid cream for‐ mulas. These will mix with your mas‐ cara and spread it onto your skin if you do slip during application. Instead, try using powder eye shadows before ap‐ plying the mascara to set your eye

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MASCARA: Make sure you don’t smudge.

make‐up.

If you do happen to get mascara on your skin, don’t panic! It will usually easily wipe off with blotting papers or a cotton wool pad.

Another tip is to use a good eye primer. When applying make‐up, it’s im‐ portant to have a good base as well as the final enhancements such as mascara or highlighter to really make your make‐ up pop.

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The science behind freckles It’s summer and that means it’s freckle season!

THE cute, scattering of brown spots which can occur on your face and other parts of your body are dependent on your skin’s levels of melanin pigmentation and how much exposure to sun you get. If you are prone to freckles, the more time you spend in the sun, the more freck‐ les you’ll probably have.

Freckles can also be due to genetics. No one is born with freckles, but they are usually most prominent during childhood and more likely to fade as we get older.

The MC1R gene, which is why some people have freckles is the same gene which deter‐ mines people’s red hair colour. This protein sits on the outside of melanocytes where part of its job is to make sure that there is a cer‐

tain balance of pig‐ ments in hair and skin.

This is why those with red hair and fair skin are amongst the most likely to develop freck‐

les.

Freckles or no freck‐ les, it’s still important to wear sun cream and have a good skin‐care routine.

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AMAZING DIATRIBE I HAVE just read the col‐ umn penned by Mr Lee in your newspaper (30.06.22) and was amazed at the diatribe this individual had written. He is however a clever man and wrote it in such a way as to give him plausible deniability should any group or individual take offence, all we know is that some ‘UK left wing’ is considered by him as be‐ yond the pale.

He hints at the possibili‐ ty he is talking of the Labour party although he does not say so outright nor mention the election. except to say the elec‐ torate which is anyone over the age of 18 who is a UK citizen. He then casti‐ gates the media, specifi‐ cally television presum‐ ably for showing what is actually happening and not toeing the ‘Brexit is Best’ line. I can only as‐ sume from his comments in the third paragraph that he is happy with the lead‐ er of the British govern‐ ment lying to the house.

Then comes the mo‐ ment we all were expect‐ ing, he mentions the two world wars and the deaths of his UK ancestors seem‐ ingly having forgotten that many more people of oth‐ er nations died for his right to say whatever he likes.

Final comment. If you are proud of the welfare state that Britain has and of the National Health Ser‐ vice and membership of NATO, then thank the Labour government of Clement Attlee who, while they were in power from

1945 to 1951, set these up and much more for the benefit of the British peo‐ ple.

G Harley

George Peretz’, opinions are on the current shambles six years on.

Laurence Patterson.

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View on Brexit

Thank you

I have come across an arti‐ cle from your edition dated March 24 to 30, 2016 entitled Brexit, a view from a QC spe‐ cialising in EU law. In view of the absolute mess Brexit has made to people and busi‐ nesses, both here in Spain and the UK, I was wondering what your correspondent,

Hello again. I don’t sup‐ pose for one minute my let‐ ter had any influence on you but thank you SO MUCH for bringing back the crossword after a gap of many weeks.

I was thrilled to see it pub‐ lished once again this week.

Thank you again Lyn Ferris, Vera Playa

OUR VIEW ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM NOW that the bullfighting season in Andalucia has returned again, with fights in Estepona and La Linea de la Frontera already having taken place it is probably time to consider whether this is a barbaric spectacle or is part of Spain’s Heritage.

It was in 2013 that bullfighting was officially declared as being an important part of the country’s heritage by the then ruling Partido Popular and perhaps surprisingly after declaring that most animals are sentient beings with rights, the current coalition government has done nothing to reverse the official support of bullfighting.

Some autonomous communities have chosen to ban bullfighting completely and some bullrings, such as one in Marbella have been recommissioned as places for entertainment but during the summer, Andalucia, Almeria, Murcia, Palma de Mallorca and many other regions will see bullfights taking place as part of annual fiestas.

This whole matter is controversial and many supporters say that those who have settled in the country or are holidaymakers don’t actually have the right to criticise how Spain is run and just don’t understand the importance it has to the Spanish psyche.

Opponents respond that this is more like the days of the Roman Empire where defenceless Christians were slaughtered in front of baying crowds and to gain pleasure from watching a bull being tormented and then killed is not a spectacle to be allowed.

It does seem, however, that at present bullfighting will keep going for some time.

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MARBELLA MOMENTS

BY NICOLE KING THIS week is flying by, in fact this month is flying by; it al‐ ways seems to be the same every year: before we know it, summer is almost over.

FEATURE

Let’s be extravagant This year, in contrast to the past few, Marbella is brimming with events and happenings, which is mind blowing and heartwarming at the same

time. Following such strin‐ gent restrictions on our physi‐ cal liberties it feels almost sur‐ real to see so many people congregating at chiringuitos, bars, restaurants, galas and concerts with total ease, more in need of companion‐ ship and distraction than the fear of catching something.

This of course is contribut‐ ing to the number of people getting poorly, however tum‐ my upsets and summer colds have always been a ‘norm’ and no apparent cause for major concern; the show must go on; no one can af‐ ford for it to be any other way.

There are some truly worthwhile events too, so do try and participate if you can, particularly as the charities rely largely on the tourna‐ ments and galas to survive.

There are three events coming up for Debra, the

Butterfly Children Charity, one of the associations that most touches my heart. To think that a child’s skin can be as delicate as a butterfly’s wings that just dressing them and changing a nappy will in‐ flict excruciating pain and wounds is beyond imagin‐ able; with no cure even on the horizon. The only way to help these families is by send‐ ing specialised teams to the hospital where a baby is born to educate the doctors and families on how to best cope; physically and psychological‐ ly. Obviously, this costs seri‐ ous money and the funds raised with the upcoming golf tournaments and gala dinners is essential for its con‐ tinuance.

Those who can play golf can enjoy a bit of friendly competition and if you just want to have a great evening out, why not pick an event

that helps others too.

Participation can also be donating raffle prizes, funds and even an hour a month as a volunteer in their charity shops will help more than you can imagine. Also donat‐ ing merchandise is greatly ap‐ preciated and goes a long way towards helping allevi‐ ate the pain and heartache and helping them live the best life possible.

Unfortunately, internal damage to the skin and or‐ gans can be as devastating as that outwardly visible and subsequently fatal. Just be‐ fore interviewing Evanina from the association on my show for this week’s Marbel‐ la Now (first airing tonight at 11pm on RTV Marbella) I found out that one of the lit‐ tle twins, Carla and Noa, both sufferers of this condition, campaigning so actively from their hospital beds to bring

Carla & Noa - always in our hearts.

awareness to this plight, has passed away.

RIP sweetheart. What must be going through the minds of those parents and her twin sister, suffering equally with the same condi‐ tion? If we can help pay for psychologists, investigation and support with bandages and treatments just by play‐ ing golf or going for a fun evening out, then why not?

Let’s be extravagant!

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YOU might love sleeping under‐ fee will conjure up images of neath the stars, but if you wake up golden Californian sunshine every day craving your daily on your first sip and Mt Ha‐ cup’o’Joe, you might be a little gen is reasonably priced worried about how easy it will be and so worth a try for to get your caffeine hit out in na‐ caffeine craving ture without a Starbucks in sight. campers!

Instant coffee is going to be your best friend. I know you might be thinking ‘don’t be ridiculous, that instant rubbish has nothing on my caramel Frappuccino or chai latte’ and you’d be forgiven for your scepticism. Instant coffee can be very hit and miss.

However, innovation in the world of instant coffee recently means there are loads more options for your daily caffeine hit… which are actually nice!

Brands like Alpine Start, created by a climber and foodie offers Dirty Chai Latte and Coffee with Creamer options.

Gourmet coffee company Voila In‐ stant coffee partner with local coffee roasters to match that authentic coffee flavour.

INSTANT COFFEE: Can be very hit and miss.

Verve instant cof‐

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Perfect campsite coffee

Camp cooking YOU’VE found the perfect spot to pitch your tent, and you’re looking forward to relaxing un‐ der the stars or in the glow of the late after‐ noon summer sun.

The last thing you want is to spend ages cooking an elaborate meal when you’re starv‐ ing and don’t have the resources to whip up a multi‐course feast. Instead, try these quick and easy camping meal ideas.

A great option is nachos, especially if you’re sharing with a bunch of hungry campers! People can even switch up the top‐ ping to suit their tastes.

Pad‐thai is another flavourful option. For ease make the sauce at home beforehand,

CAMP FOOD: Try something different.

then all you need to do is mix the sauce with your choice of meat and veg in a pan and serve with noodles cooked in the sauce.

For something you can just throw in the camping fire, try foil wrapped sweet potatoes served with chilli and herbs for a delicious and pretty hands‐off camping meal!

Camping El Pino, Malaga IF you fancy camping in sunny southern Spain, there are a range of great campsights to choose from. One of the nicest is Camping El Pino in Torrox‐ Costa, and surrounded by avocado groves, perfect for all those hipster trav‐ ellers!

The site is old but well maintained and is sur‐ rounded by gorgeous

views of the countryside.

With 290 pitches, you won’t have to worry too much about getting a spot but it’s still a good idea to book up early. If a tent isn’t really your vibe, there are also 57 mobile homes and chalets to choose from.

The site is open all year round, so it’s a good idea to go off‐season to secure your place. It’s Andalucia,

so no need to worry about it not being sunny, even if it’s not the summer sea‐ son!

The campsite also has facilities on site such as a bar, a swimming pool (per‐ fect for the children), a table tennis and free wifi and electrical points throughout.

Contact: +34 953 530 006

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Silly season is starting MIKE SENKER IN MY OPINION Views of a Grumpy Old Man I’M so pleased Boris has been kicked out as Prime Minister. What amazes me is how he got the job in the first place. The man has cheated and lied through every single job.

He cheats on his wife, has been nicked for breaking Covid rules that he put in place the list is endless.

When I had my business and had to fire someone, it didn’t matter at what level they were in the company, they were given notice and sent home immediately. No way would they be allowed to stay in the premises for another three months. It’s crazy but that’s politics for you. It will be interesting to see who takes over. The bar has been set pretty low as far as I’m concerned.

Silly season is about to start. Already the parking has become almost impossible on the paseo; it’s hard to get tables in your favourite restaurants, the families walking four across on the pavement, the people using the swimming pool at 11 o’clock at night. A family renting in our block insist on hanging

their washing over the balcony with ample sized underwear tied to the security bars on the windows - lovely. Oh well it’s only for six weeks then back to a bit of sanity.

I’ve had a few emails asking for the story I forgot to tell the other week. Buying a stick of dowel recently reminded me of my first metalwork class at secondary school when I was 11. We had to make a name tag which consisted of cutting a bit of metal, filing it down and punching your initials on it.

I’ve never been very good at this stuff and always looked for shortcuts. In this case, instead of filing it I hit it with a hammer and made a complete mess of it. At the end of the lesson the teacher said I should go and show it to the woodwork teacher and whilst I was there ask for a stick of dowel. Me, like a mug, had no idea what it was.

The woodwork teacher just smiled and gave me this thin stick of wood. I took it back and was promptly told to bend over the anvil and then I realised what was going to happen. The first of many canings I got at school. If that was to happen today they would go to prison, but back then the sadistic b******s got away with it.

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New life for furniture UPCYCLING is all about get‐ ting thrifty and doing some‐ thing hands‐on, either as a way to save money or as a form of artistic therapy. In these days of rising costs, it’s becoming necessary to re‐use and recycle, before spending your hard earned cash.

It may sound like a daunt‐ ing word to some, but it cov‐ ers all manner of projects; from simply painting a pic‐ ture frame, to reupholstering an armchair.

If you don’t already have a favourite piece at home to use, check out local charity shops and car boot sales to find a project to work on.

Choose the correct grain of sandpaper depending on your surface ‐ a fine grain will be suitable for a quick rub down, but you may need a medium or very abrasive grain if old paintwork needs to be removed.

Primer can be coated over most surfaces to give it a smooth finish that paint will adhere to evenly. Furniture

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UPCYCLING FURNITURE: The fun way to save money.

or chalk paints are perfect for adding colour to your piece.

To add decorative touches to your piece, consider using stencils to apply a pattern or motif. Look out for vintage or quirky handles for dressing tables and wardrobe doors, to change the look.

Have fun giving new life to old pieces.

Building a happy home MANY people do not think that their home serves their mental and well‐being needs. To clear your mind, it is rec‐ ommended that you clear your space. Banish clutter and throw out anything which is broken, unloved, saved just in case or which we feel obliged to keep because it was a gift.

This process may be difficult, but once done you will feel the benefits.

Start by clearing your wardrobe, and giving anything you haven’t worn, for six months or more, to the local charity shop.

Take four boxes, and label them: rubbish; donate; keep; relocate. Then go through each room, placing everything in the room in one of the boxes. Allocate five minutes each day to go through areas that are the most cluttered, and get rid of unused or unnecessary items.

Finally, take a photo of your room before, and after you have decluttered. Once you see the difference in one ‐ you will want to continue organising the whole house.

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PETS

The domestication of dogs Small pets DOGS are an animal that have lived with humans for thousands of years.

Whilst there are many dif‐ ferent breeds and types of dog, all of them belong to the same species. Numer‐ ous genetic studies locate the origin of the domesti‐ cation of dogs in south‐ east Asia around 33,000 years ago. Through thou‐ sands of years of evolu‐ tion in this part of Asia, a subgroup of dogs migrat‐ ed towards the Middle East, Africa and Europe.

The domestication of this species has always been presented as a two‐ stage process. First, the primitive dogs were do‐ mesticated from their wild ancestor, the wolf, with which dogs share 98 per cent of their genome.

They belong to a group of carnivores divided into

38 species, which includes wolves, dogs, and jackals, amongst others.

In the second stage, these dogs were bred to form different breeds with specific abilities and mor‐ phology to become the household pets we know and love today.

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DOGS: Have been around for years.

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MANY people would love a pet to keep them compa‐ ny and on whom they can shower love and affection.

However, pets can be quite a big commitment and take up a lot of our time, especially animals like dogs which need regu‐ lar walks and love human attention.

Instead, you could get a pet like a rabbit. They are still social and friendly and love human companion‐ ship, but they sleep in their own hutch and tend to take up a lot less space than a dog! They tend to live for around seven to 10 years so make sure you’re sure if adopting a bunny into your home, but they’re great for kids as they’re not too small so as to get scared by excited children and they’ll love being stroked.

Birds can also be a nice pet to have and a lovely, colourful addition to your family, especially if you opt for a parrot. Like rabbits, they can be kept in their own enclosure so they don’t have the run of your whole home and they can be a really good compan‐ ions if you want someone to talk to. However, bear in mind that birds are flock animals and so they like to live together. If you’re thinking of adopting one, they’re best kept in pairs.

Hamsters are ideal for those who want a furry companion but have quite a busy lifestyle. They sleep during the day so they won’t take up too much of your time but will be hap‐ py to have a cuddle and a run around in the evening when you get back from work or school!

Curious about collies?

TRADITIONALLY a working sheep dog from the Anglo‐ Scottish border region, the border collie is considered a very intelligent breed of dog. They are useful as a popu‐ lar dog choice to be used in search and rescue missions, drug detection and disability assistance.

They are often very active and have lots of energy, this makes them very fun and excitable, but be pre‐ pared for fast paced walkies and lots of enthusiastic bounding around if you’re thinking of getting one as a pet. These dogs need to be walked a minimum of 30 minutes every day.

Collies’ coats are often more than one colour, and can be black and white, blue and white, brown and white, or red and white, with variation in their fur’s markings differing from dog to dog. In terms of size they’re about average, with male collies tending to be about two inch‐ es bigger than females.

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AWNINGS ACE OF SHADES – All colours available. Urbanisations catered for, electric and manual operation; also recovery service available, largest selection of colours and designs on the coast. Tel: 951 273 254 / 671 732 204 / info@aceof shades.design T1(101730) SUNSHINE AWNINGS / BLINDS Awnings, Persiana, Shutter & Rejas Specialist. New & Repairs. 25yrs on the coast. 680 323 969 (301069)

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HOUSE CLEARANCE SPECIALISTS, FULL OR PART CLEARANCE. ALL FURNITURE WANTED, WE PAY MORE. TEL 634 324 914 OR EMAIL houseclearanceman@ hotmail.com (295827) PRIVATE collector will buy your Gold, Rolex & Patek Philippe Watches Tel – 678 716 693 (288662) ALHAURIN FURNITURE EMPORIUM Buyers & Sellers of quality furniture. Top prices paid. Also buy cars, campervans, boats & bikes. 697 511 071 (295527) WANTED FOR CASH, TOOLS, BRIC-A-BRAC, KITCHENALIA, ETC - CALL 622 647 602 ANYTIME

CARAVANS CAMPER VANS, CARAVANS, MOBILE HOMES, BOATS AND ALL PLANT, DIGGERS, DUMPERS, MOTORBIKES, CARS AND COMMERCIALS WANTED. BEST PRICE PAID, CASH TODAY, ANY REGISTRATION WITH OR WITHOUT PAPERS. PLEASE CALL 678 808 837 (290739)

CAR HIRE ALH RENT A CAR – SHORT & LONG-TERM RENTALS FROM €15 A DAY. INSURANCE INCLUDED IN OUR PRICES. www.alhrentacar.com - TLF: 638 846 909 or reservasalhrentacar@gmail.com (295923)

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CLEANING MAINTENANCE ADVANCED Cleaning Services.

Professional carpet, upholstery cleaning, 27 years experience, wet/dry clean. Honest, reliable service 678 808 837 / 952 669 701 or email acservs@outlook .com (290739) CONEJO CLEANING & Property Management. Est. over 25 years. Rentals management, one off cleans. New Property set up service. Wendy 635 630 370 / 952 964 407 www.conejocleaning.com (295933) Starlight Cleaning Services. All types of cleaning. Any size of property. All Areas. Residential & Holiday Lets. Deep Clean for Bars & Restaurants. We also do a professional Chimney Sweeping service. 682 636 451 www.starlightspain.com (295837)

CARS WANTED CARS, Vans, Bikes wanted. Any Reg, Anything Considered Call or Whatsapp 687 049 592 (1296057) CAMPER VANS, CARAVANS, MOBILE HOMES, BOATS AND ALL PLANT, DIGGERS, DUMPERS, MOTORBIKES, CARS AND COMMERCIALS WANTED. BEST PRICE PAID, CASH TODAY, ANY REGISTRATION WITH OR WITHOUT PAPERS. PLEASE CALL 678 808 837 (290739)

CHARITY COLLECTIVE CALLING are urgently requesting donations of clothing, shoes, handbags & home-ware. We sell good quality items, which then supports low-income families and the homeless in the community.

These items can be dropped directly to our charity shop Tienda Solidaria: Av. Pablo Ruiz Picasso, 4, San Pedro de Alcantara, alternatively, call us to arrange collection on +34 711 006 961 (295137)

CHIMNEY SERVICES CHIMNEY SWEEP. Clean reliable professional. All types, special price for more than one.

Chris 608 337 497 (293053) APEX CHIMNEY SERVICES, professional chimney sweeping and smoke testing. NACS Qualified. Clean and efficient Tel: Bob 696 320 202 (295514)

CHURCH SERVICES BENALMADENA Elim Family Fellowship. Elimfamilyfellow ship.com or call 951 912 525 or 952 446 627. (10011) CALAHONDA: Encounter Church (Elim), Family church with kids activities, Iglesia San Miguel, Sundays 4.30pm, Rev. David Hodgson, 695 115 496 (10012) THE Ark Christian Church. We meet at The Ark Christian School, Calle Río Darro 2 y Plaza Juncal, 29651, Mijas Costa (The road behind the Mijas Aquapark)on Sundays at 11.00am. Pastor, Andrew Seale Tlf 682 713 491 www.theark spain.com (293850)

BUILDERS CLEAN Deep Clean.

No job to big or to small. Call 652 189 088 or 622 117 467 (301114)

DECORATORS RAINBOW Pinturas. English Painters & decorators. All aspects.

Interior/exterior, private residential, commercial & communities.

Spraying: door, kitchens & furniture.

Light construction.

Call/WhatsApp: Daniel: 628 066 308 www.rainbowpinturas.com (295140) ATD DECOR. British Painter. 30 Years’ Experience. Punctual. Great Rates. Call for free quote. 603 132 783 Facebook: @ATDDecorMalaga (295560)

DESIGNS & SIGNS SIGNS all type of 3D letters and light boxes, full CNC cutting services, large and small format printing like posters , roller banners , business card and flyers, we create your corporate identity, logos, real estate boards, decoration items for homes and offices. We cover the Coast and delivery. 951 310 395 / 665 804 321 info@eyeprint.es (295065)

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

Christian 608 337 497 (293053)

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BLOCKED DRAINS? Leak detection, CCTV survey, root removal, Tel 952 568 414 / 661 910 772 / drainspain.com (291429)

GUTTERING: Protect your property from rain damage.

Quality guaranteed. 26 years installation history in Spain.

Envirocare. All areas covered 952 663 141/670 409 759 info@envirocarespain. com www.envirocarespain. com (301178)

CLEARFLOW– Unblocking, CCTV inspection, repair and installation.

Tel: 630 200 600 / 952 885 661. www.desatorosclearflow Facebook: DesatorosClearflow (294767)

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ELECTRICIAN LIT ELECTRICIANS for all your Electrical & maintenance needs, no job too small for a FREE Quote.

Call Craig on 604 106 414 or Ben 679 505 761 (294959)

FLOOR POLISHING MARBLE FLOOR (2.50€/m2) WHY PAY MORE. WE CLEAN, CRYSTALLISE, SEAL THEN POLISH YOUR MARBLE TO HIGH GLOSS, NON-SLIP. PROFESSIONAL GUARANTEED, FAST SERVICE. 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE. ALSO REPAIRS DAMAGES TO MARBLE, CLEAN AND SEAL TERRACOTTA TERRACES, COVERS ALL COSTA DEL SOL. TEL: 671 244 683 (295522) MARBLE FLOORS polished high shine non-slip. Fast Service Reliable, family run business. TERRACOTTA CLEANED and sealed. No job too small. Cleansol 10am – 10pm 7 days all areas. 952 930 861 / 607 610 578 Discount code: EWN 1 CLEAN (206437) MARBLE POLISHING, CRYSTALLISING, LASTING, HIGH SHINE. REGRINDING, RESTORATION OF SALTY, DEAD FLOORS. 27YRS EXPERIENCE. RELIABLE. REFS AVAILABLE. CYRIL. 645 840 199

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

FURNITURE FURNITURE wanted, same day collection, also house clearance and removals. Also buy cars, campervans, boats & bikes. 697 511 071 (295527)

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GARDENING PROFESSIONAL garden services from Fuengirola to Estepona. All aspects of gardening and full maintenance and landscaping, free quotes, competitive prices. Contact Andrew 600 259 981 Andrew@garden-profession als.com (291784)

IRRIGATION IRIS-IRRIGATION and landscapes. TRENCHLESS NO DIG Irrigation installation, Cables, Fibre Optic, Electric & Lighting Cables. New Installations & problem-solving.

Turf (supply and laying).

Garden constructions. Tree surgeon. Clearing. Astro Turf (Free Quotation) 676 747 521 (301097)

GATE REPAIRS ELECTRIC GATE/GARAGE DOOR automation repaired.

Free, no obligation quotation.

Call Colin - 636 394 641 (294530)

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

For all your electric gate and garage door requirements call us on 605 356 469/952 786 178. The Garage Door Co & 2 Way Gates. tgdc@hotmail.co.uk www.2way gates.com (293321)

GENERAL SERVICES EXPERIENCED CAPABLE YOUNG MAN available for laboring work, heaving lifting & support with removals. Can supply trade contacts. Native English speaking and also fluent in Spanish. Please call or WhatsApp me at +44 7707 557342 (301099)

GLASS CURTAINS GLASS CURTAIN repairs, specialist in replacement of discoloured plastic strips that act as a seal between the glass panels. Call Julian 655 825 931 (294354)

LAWYERS

BEAUTY TREATMENTS BOTOX & fillers from €95. Skinny Jab & Fat reducing injections. Cover Coast & Inland. www.beautiful marbella.es 609 347 086 (295540)

CHIROPRACTOR FUENGIROLA, Myofascial Release. J Schaegen, Specialised in treating neck, back & extremity disorders, 30 years in Practice. 652 291 224 www.bodywork.es (295647)

HEATING BE PROACTIVE: Electric/Gas fires, Wood Burning Stoves.

Quality guaranteed. EnviroCare. All areas covered. 952 663 141/670 409 759. info@envirocarespain.com www.envirocarespain.com (301178)

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

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

Used good Hot Tubs for sale. 691 973 131 / +44 7836 379122 (295835)

HOUSE CLEARANCES ALHAURIN FURNITURE EMPORIUM furniture wanted, same day collection, also house clearance and removals. Also buy cars, campervans, boats & bikes. 697 511 071 (295527)

CLASSIFIEDS INSURANCE M O T O R I N S U R A N C E . For the most competitive quotes in English call Linea Directa on 952 147 834, you could save as much as 30% and you can transfer your existing no claims bonus. Call Linea Directa on 952 147 834 for motor insurance with a human voice in English from Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm and save money now! (200726) STAY SAFE! Abbeygate Insurance Call 971 277 455 For your security www.abbey gateinsure. com (291234)

LOCKSMITHS L O C K S M I T H emergency / appointment. Doors opened without damage, locks changed, patio doors and windows secured, 24 hour honest, fast and reliable service.

Call Paul 657 466 803 (288129) ENGLISH 24/7 LOCKSMITHS AND SECURITY COMPANY, FREE HOME SECURITY SURVEY. 636 770 865 / 952 660 233 WWW.SECURITYOF SPAIN.COM CONTACT DAREN (294126)

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

MOBILITY THE WORLD OF MOBILITY superstore. Your independent living & mobility specialist. All mobility needs under one roof. Sales, Repairs & Rentals.

FREE delivery with all online sales. www.worldofmobility. es/shop (301173)

MOSQUITO SCREENS ACE OF SHADES – Don’t let the bugs get you!

Available in enrollable, slider and pleated. Large choice of colours including wood effect. Tel: 951 273 254 / 671 732 204 /. info@aceofshades.design (101730) MOSQUITO Screens for windows, doors and a high-quality sliding patio door screen. All finishes available. Quick service.

All areas covered. Call Julian 655 825 931 (294354) MOSQUITO screens, sliding, pulldown, pleated, colours call Mosquito Nick 647 072 861 www.mosquitonick.ws (295855)

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UK & IRISH Passport renewals including photo’s. Complete Service. Cath’s Cards. 952 885 759. www.cathscards.es (295683)

FOR SALE – ROBERTSON CARS AUTOMATIC HYBRID TOYOTA YARIS 2018 only 20,000kms, like new condition. Sat Nav, Parking Sensors, 5 door, new 2 year ITV, Electric Blue with Black Roof, huge saving on new price €14,995. See photos on my web page – robertsoncarsspain.com or text me whatsapp 608 658 785 / 952 832 173.

Email: therobertsonclan@ gmail.com ROBERTSON CARS CABRIO FORD FOCUS 2008 model /manual only 30,000 kms (yes under 20,000miles) This is my personal car & I am only selling her because I now have a big dog & he needs more room.

Aquamarine Blue, black leather interior, electric hard roof folds into boot, it is a good size four seater, CD, big boot, air-condition, electric locking & windows. Perfect for the coast, go topless this summer, big dog forces sale.... €8,995 See photos on my web page – robert soncars-spain.com or text me whatsapp 608 658 785 / 952 832 173. Email: therobertsonclan@gmail .com ROBERTSON CARS AUTOMATIC /CABRIO MERCEDES SLK 2006, Stunning Silver only used as holiday car with 55,000kms (approx 35,000miles) 2 seater convertible have fun in the sun, new ITV, electric roof folds into boot.

Classy turns heads...€11,500.

See photos on my web page – robertsoncars-spain.com or text me whatsapp 608 658 785 / 952 832 173. Email: therobert sonclan@gmail. com AUTOMATIC / CONVERTIBLE MERCEDES SL320 , 2000, this classic has both hard & soft tops, Silver with dark Navy leather interior & blue soft hood, only 87,000kms (approx 55,000miles) FSH, electric seats, hood everything, just fitted new windows to soft hood which cost €500. she looks super, only used as holiday car & always kept garaged away from sun damage a shining example of this classic Mercedes, may be old but still got it , you will not find one in this condition.....€13 ,500 See photos on my web page – robertsoncarsspain.com or text me whatsapp 608 658 785 / 952 832 173.

Email: therobertsonclan@ gmail.com WE ARE currently the market leader in our country in the sale of direct car, motorbike, home and company fleet insurance.

Since we started out in 1995, our philosophy has always been to offer an excellent service with the best prices in the market. For the most competitive quotes in English, call Linea Directa on 952 147 834. (200726)

CAR SERVICES MOBILE MECHANIC will come to your home or work. Servicing, repairs, ITVs & diagnostics. Call Mick on 617 553 072 (295506) ENGLISH bodyshop, fully equipped, Mijas Costa. No Job Too Small. 952 667 074 (294957)

PASSPORT RENEWALS

PEST CONTROL

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

Buyer collects. Transfer included.

605 109 796 (295569) WANTED, wanted, wanted!! All cars, all years, all models… from exotic to classic. Spanish, English, Dutch plated. Call us on 951 977 329 or 606 647 597. (294958) CAMPER VANS, CARAVANS, MOBILE HOMES, BOATS AND ALL PLANT, DIGGERS, DUMPERS, MOTORBIKES, CARS AND COMMERCIALS WANTED. BEST PRICE PAID, CASH TODAY, ANY REGISTRATION WITH OR WITHOUT PAPERS. PLEASE CALL 678 808 837 (290739) CAR, VANS BOUGHT WITH/WITHOUT PAPERS. CASH WAITING 678 808 837 (290739) CARS, VANS UK OR SPANISH BOUGHT FOR CASH. FREE COLLECTION IN SPAIN/UK. PLEASE CALL 678 808 837 OR 952 669 701 (290739) CARS, VANS, ANY REGISTRATION, INSTANT CASH, FINANCE/EMBARGO UK OR SPANISH 685 524 921 (290739) WANTED CARS AND VANS, FREE COLLECTION, SAME DAY 685 524 921 (290739)

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

Change of use and lost papers.

Change your car to Spanish plates, simple efficient service.

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

MUSIC ENHANCE YOUR SPECIAL DAY WITH THE BEAUTIFUL SOUNDS OF LIVE SPANISH GUITAR PLAYED

BY DAVID CHRISTIAN-CLARK. ECLECTIC REPERTOIRE. RECOMMENDED BY TOP WEDDING-PLANNERS AND AGENTS. SEE HIM ON GOOGLE & FACEBOOK. PARTY BAND AVAILABLE ALSO. CALL 00 350 540 367 29 (1296051)

NAUTICAL INTERNATIONAL SKIPPER LICENCE: Courses held in English and starts soon. RYA VHF and Radar Courses. 626 245 098 (301210)

PROPERTY

COCKROACHES, ANTS, insects, fleas, mice, rats, wasps, termite specialists. Fumigations, bars, restaurants, houses, etc. Sanitary department officially registered certificates. Guarantee. Serving the coast since 1985. Only legal English owned pest control company on the coast. If you want the best then phone N.P.S. Nigel 606 008 940 (293982)

PETS KENNELS CAT & DOG World Kennels and Cattery. 952 112 978 / 630 197 435. www.catanddogworld.com (301157)

PET CHARITY ACE CHARITY ‘El Refugio’ in La Cala de Mijas is a registered charity. We have on average 275 dogs in our care and we receive no help from the Town Hall or the Andalucian government. We desperately need foster homes and adoptants for our many dogs, especially the small ones and puppies who do not do well in a big shelter. We are grateful for any help offered, including donations of food and blankets. Visiting times are from 13.00 to 15.00 and you can always turn up or make an appointment by calling Denise on 669 018 736. Our website is www.ace-charity.org where you can view all the dogs in our care. (93320) ADANA THE ANIMAL SHELTER IN ESTEPONA. We always need volunteers to walk and socialise with our dogs and help with cleaning. We also need good homes for our animals that you can see on www.adana.es. Kennels open every day 10-1.30, Camino de Casares, near Parque de los Pedregales, Estepona. (5 minutes from the Poligono) For more information call 952 113 467, available from 10.00am until 2.00pm. (93319) ANIMEX Foundation offers free will upgrading when leaving something for abandoned animals. Contact animexfounda tion@gmail .com or call 692 166 434 now for this absolutely free service (288287) ARCH - The Andalucian Rescue Centre for Horses, registered charity 8448, the Centre is now open again to visitors every Sunday from 9am until 2pm.

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Volunteers are much needed in all departments and are welcome at any time. For our riding for the disabled classes, we are also in need of extra helpers.

We are nationally registered by the Spanish Ministry of the Interior (164640) but only with your support can we give the equine a voice. If you can just commit to 2 or 3 euros a month it will really help make a difference.

You can find us at Lauro Golf Equestrian Centre, Alqueria, Alhaurin de la Torre. Tel. 608 258 950 info@sepeonline.net www.sepeonline.net (93321) SOS ANIMAL REFUGE we have dogs, young and old looking for homes. Some of our dogs have been with us for some time and would love to find a cosy spot to curl up in and a knee on which to rest their heads. If you have room in your heart and home we would love to hear from you. We do not put our dogs to sleep - no matter how old, they are safe with us. For day to day needs and to pay for veterinary care, we much appreciate the support we receive. We desperately need items to sell on our market stall to help raise funds and are happy to come and collect. So, if you are having a clear-out, please contact us on 605 227 155. If you would like to know more about re-homing, please call 653 257 875. Visit our website www.sos-animals.org or please phone Sandy on 952 385 923 or 666 814 056 if you would like to make a donation or help in any way. (93317)

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MOVEIT-storeit.com Tel David 696 810 618 (292247)

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MOTORING

Audi A1 - an accomplished and entertaining drive ROAD TEST

by Mark Slack WHEN you think of Audi its SUVs, sports cars and luxury saloons spring to mind. However, the renowned German car maker does produce a small hatchback that is ar‐ guably a forgotten mem‐ ber of the Audi sales brochures.

The A1 is a five‐door hatchback with just two engine options in three power outputs and four trim levels. The model nomenclature of Audi is without doubt one of the most confusing and bears no resemblance to the en‐ gine size. My test model was a 30 TFSi which actu‐ ally translates into a 1.0‐ litre, three‐cylinder petrol turbocharged unit.

This 1.0‐litre unit forms the bulk of the A1 power units and comes in vari‐ ous power outputs and there is also a 1.5‐litre four‐cylinder unit devel‐

oping 150PS. There are five and six‐speed manual gear‐ boxes plus a seven‐ speed S‐ Tronic auto‐ matic.

Stan‐ dard fare on the lead‐in model is good with all the essen‐ tials provided and priced from €24,582/£20,840 with equipment such as LED lights, powered heat‐ ed and folding door mir‐ rors, light and rain sen‐ sors, air conditioning and smartphone connectivity.

My test model was the Black Edition with 110PS 1.0‐litre power unit mated to the S‐Tronic automatic.

With optional paintwork and extra cost option packs the price of my test car rises from €31,294/£26,530 to €36,800/£31,195.

Inside the A1 has all the usual Audi qualities with a premium feel, nice finish‐

Not just another small hatchback.

es on the dashboard and despite some hard plas‐ tics at lower levels you just know this is no bar‐ gain basement model.

Buttons rather than digiti‐ sation makes a welcome change inside the A1, and another bonus is the ease with which you can switch off the overly interven‐ tionist lane‐keep and oth‐ er supposed driver assis‐ tance features.

On the road the A1 is an accomplished drive with particularly sharp steering so twisting roads can be very enjoyable. In auto‐ matic form the perfor‐

mance is adequate rather than excit‐ ing, the manu‐ al gearbox offers a slightly m o r e sparkling perfor‐ mance.

That said the automatic is still very en‐ tertaining and takes the strain from urban traffic commutes. Rough roads show up the firmness of the suspension but the handling does add to the entertainment on cross country drives.

Overall, this is a really nice, driveable and largely practical, given its size, car. Unsurprisingly, given we’re talking Audi, there’s a premium feel and every‐ thing just works.

Competitors arguably offer better value on price point versus equipment but those four rings on the grille signify this isn’t just another small hatch‐ back.

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SPORT

All the latest news from Walking Football WALKING FOOTBALL re‐ turned to Campo Viñuela as Boca Seniors from Com‐ peta travelled to take on their neighbours with two games of walking football on the agenda last week.

In game one Viñuela started stronger then Competa took over and pulled out a two goal lead.

It looked like it was to be a win for the Seniors but in the last five minutes of

the game Viñuela man‐ aged to find where the goals were and scored three to end the game 3 ‐ 2 winners.

Game two, Competa had their revenge with a

well deserved 4‐2 win.

Steve George, Player man‐ ager for the Lakesides said: “Both teams are looking forward to the start of the new Costa del Sol League in September and are cur‐ rently looking to build their squads.”

Competa Town Hall have organised an indoor six‐aside walking football competition as part of the Competa Feria week which started on Monday July 18.

Malaga boys relaxing (black tops).

The competition will commence with a Compe‐ ta Chicas women’s match,

followed by three Boca Se‐ niors matches. Malaga made the journey to Be‐ nahavis last week, and on a hot and sultry night in the mountains ran out winners in both the over 60 game and the over 50 game. As usual both AC Benahavis and Malaga stayed behind to sample some of the local bever‐ ages well into the night!

To keep up daily with walking football, please visit walkingfooty.com on Facebook.