Euro Weekly News - Costa de Almeria 19 - 25 September 2019 Issue 1785

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ACTING Spanish Prime Minister pledged the government will not skimp on efforts to find resources to help areas hammered by last week’s extreme weather, among them Almeria. Pedro Sanchez also asked those affected for their patience while the administrations assess the damage. Pedro Sanchez made the comments on Monday September 16 during a visit to Nijar, one of the province’s municipalities hardest hit by the torrential downpours. Accompanied by acting Ecological Transition Minister Teresa Ribera, Sanchez was taken over the area by helicopter to get a bird’s eye view of the extent of the flooding in the region. He then held a 30-minute meeting with Junta de Andalucia president Juanma Moreno, Nijar mayor Esperanza Perez and local emergency service

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EMOTION AL: Prime Minister Sanchez was clearly distressed at the flood devastation he saw first-hand

teams to find out more firsthand about the dramatic impact of the wild weather and to assess the situation. “Now the evaluation of the damage caused will start, which will take several days,” Sanchez commented as he left Nijar Town Hall. Sanchez also underlined the importance of

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‘inter-institutional’ coordination in dealing with the effects of the weather ‘crisis.’ He expressed his ‘solidarity’ with all those affected, including the family of the six who lost their lives, and warned that the consequences of the ‘crisis’ caused by the ‘cold snap’ ‘are not over yet.’ He called on residents of affected areas ‘to be very aware of information from all the public institutions’ in order to keep themselves safe. Spain is a ‘supportive’ country he said, which will stand by flood victims through the government in ‘cooperation’ with the other administrations.

Earlier that morning Junta de Andalucia president Juanma Moreno toured flood-affected areas of Nijar and talked to local farmers. ‘I want to express all my support for the farmers who are going through such hard times,’ he commented on his Twitter feed. ‘Tomorrow we will approve the first assistance,’ he added. Nijar is one of the most important areas for the intensive agricultural industry. According to Junta de Andalucia estimates some 2,000 hectares of greenhouses in Almeria have been impacted by the severe storms,with damage to structures and irrigation systems and crops destroyed.

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Extreme weather wreaks havoc EXTREME weather which hammered the province last week wreaked havoc and cost one man his life. The Senagalese died after becoming trapped in his vehicle in a flooded tunnel in Almeria City early on Friday morning following a massive downpour which saw more than 90 litres of water per square metre fall in just an hour. The so-called ‘cold snap’ produced torrential rains across much of the province on Thursday and Friday. An impressive electrical storm lit up the night sky across the Levante area in the early hours of Saturday morning. The storms also dropped huge hailstones in some places. It was a frantic few days for the provincial emergency services. Some roads were partially or completely cut off by floodwater or by accumulations of stones and mud in areas including Pulpi, Olula del Rio, VelezBlanco, Taberno, HuercalOvera, Chirivel, Nijar and Cuevas del Almanzora. San

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NEWS EXTRA Top incomes ALMERIA City, Carboneras and Huercal de Almeria have the highest average household incomes in the province and Partaloa the lowest, according to the most recent National Institute of Statistics’ ADRH Household Income Distribution Atlas.

Sex arrest DESTRUCTIVE: There were several incidents of people trapped in vehicles by floodwater in Huercal-Overa (left) and considerable damage to infrastructure in areas including Albox (right). Jose and the Cabo de Gata area of Almeria City were left pretty much inaccessible by road. The Legion stepped in to evacuate around 60 people from a Cabo de Gata campsite after a watercourse overflowed its banks in the early hours of Friday morning. Some streets in the area were turned into lakes, leaving residents trapped. The water washed away the asphalt from the San Jose main access road and the force of the torrent which surged down the

rambla literally divided the beach in two. There were callouts to help people who ended up trapped in their vehicles in usually dry watercourses or on flooded roads in Pulpi, Velez-Rubio, Huercal-Overa, Taberno, and Tabernas, and in tunnels and garages in Almeria City. There were also reports of flooded basements and garages in locations including Albox, Olula del Rio and Maceal. The extreme weather prompted the authorities to temporarily

close Almeria airport on Friday morning, resulting in the cancellation of two flights, the diversion of two others to Malaga and a delay to a fifth. The train service from Pulpi was cut after the storm dumped some 150 litres of water on the municipality in the space of just a few hours on Thursday night, causing watercourses to overflow and leaving the municipality virtually isolated. Classes for around 40,000 of the province’s schoolchildren were cancelled on Friday due

Counting the cost SOME 600 claims for losses or incidents adding up to approximately €4.8 million is the insurance company consortium’s estimation of

the cost of the extreme weather in Almeria, Spanish media reported. This does not include damage to agricultural land. Some 100

claims will relate to vehicles which were damaged or swept along by water, according to reports.

to the appalling weather conditions. The province’s ordinary and intensive agriculture sectors were severely hit by the extreme weather. Rural roads became impassable and accesses to farms were blocked. There has been widespread damage to rural infrastructure, greenhouses and crops; in the Almanzora Valley and Los Velez regions as much as 50 per cent of the almond crop could have been lost. The UPA Andalucia union representing small-scale farmers has requested the Agriculture Ministry declare affected areas catastrophe zones. Assessments of the aftermath of the extreme weather up and down the province showed there was damage to roads, watercourses, water networks and the electricity supply, as well as to private properties.

A 70-YEAR-OLD man from Roquetas de Mar is under arrest on suspicion of offering to pay money in exchange for having sexual relations with underage girls and faces charges of corruption of minors, Spanish press reported.

Help point ALMERIA City Council has set up a consultation office at the Museo de Arte for people whose home, farm or business was damaged by the severe weather. The mayor said the aim was to give detailed, useful assistance.

New head THE PSOE centre-left Garrucha mayor Maria Lopez had been elected the new president of the Levante region ‘Mancomunidad’ grouping of municipalities, taking over from the centreright Popular Party former mayor of Huerca-Overa Domingo Fernandez.

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GUARDIA CIVIL rescued a couple in their 60’s after their caravan became trapped in a watercourse in Tabernas foll o w i n g T h u r s d a y n i g h t ’s t o r rential downpours. A helicopter rescue team went in to get the pair and their dog safely out as the vehicle was surrounded by water.

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EL EJIDO’S Poniente hospital has been selected to take part in the first edition of the Best Spanish Hospital Awards. Created by the Higia Benchmarking consultancy, the awards recognise excellence on the basis of more than 200 indicators of efficiency, adaptation and patient assistance quality.

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Pipe works THE provincial government is i n v e s t i n g €4 5 0 , 0 0 0 i n i m provements to the Cuevas del Almanzora town and Burjulu water supply networks as part of a Hydrological Infrastructure Plan for the Levante and Almanzora regions to replace obsolete infrastructure and prevent leaks and interruptions to supply.

Green gesture T H E w a t e r i n A l m e r i a C i t y ’s public fountains was turned green on Saturday as a gesture to raise awareness about mitochondrial diseases. The city council said the initiative was to show the administration’s support for the global Mitochondrial Disease Awareness Week, which runs until this Sunday.

Exports up OVERSEAS exports by sea from the provincial capital and Carboneras ports between the beginning of the year and the end of July were 122 per cent up on the same period of 2018 to 180,000 tonnes, the Almeria Port Authority reported. Imports totalled 203,500 tonnes.

Pay homage SOME 30,000 people from around the province and beyond took part in last weekend’s pilgrimage to the Monteagud hill in Benizalon to pay homage to the Virgen de la Cabeza saint. The annual event is one of the biggest and most traditional in the province.

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NATIONAL DISH: Valencia plans to turn the famous paella into a world recognised dish.

THE BEAUTY OF PAELLA Sunday September 22 will see the whole world come together in celebration of one of Spain’s best loved dishes. WORLD PAELLA DAY, now in its second year, is aiming to turn the National dish of Spain into a World Heritage Site, much like what Italy has done for its famous pizzas. The Department of Tourism and Relations in the Valencian region have called on all the various groups throughout the l’Alfàs del Pi area, the dish’s traditional home, to come to-

gether for a competition to enable the dish to become an ‘Intangible Patrimony of the Humanity.’ The contest will take place the following Sunday, September 29 at the municipal sports centre in l’Alfàs del Pi from 12pm until 5pm. Residents of the municipality are being called to attend the festival and to bring their own interpretation of

the dish, which traditionally uses rabbit and chicken, but is also now adapted to use, sea food, chorizo and shellfish. According to UNESCO regulations, in order for the dish to be classed as a World Heritage Site, the dish needs ‘practice, ritual, custom for the preparation and an art for its preparation.’

Stabbing suspect held

Contraband smokes

POLICE have arrested a 43-year-old man suspected of fatally stabbing a Sub-Saharan in the La Chanca-Pescaderia neighbourhood of Almeria City in the early hours of September 4. It was a local resident who alerted the emergency services to the brutal attack. When police arrived on the scene they found an African-looking man in his late 30’s lying between two cars and bleeding profusely from four wounds to his chest and throat. He died from his injuries a short time later. Witness statements and evidence obtained where the attack took place led to the identification of the suspected attacker and his arrest in Roquetas de Mar. Police said a search of his home revealed a number of incriminating items, including clothing which looked the same as that worn by an individual who had attracted police attention on the night of the crime.

SOME 5,000 packets of contraband cigarettes worth €25,000. That was the total amount of illicit tobacco Guardia Civil seized in less than a week during routine controls on vehicles and passengers coming off ferries from Algeria at Almeria port. The finds resulted in three arrests. In the most recent incident officers discovered 500 packets of different brands of cigarettes lacking the necessary tax stamp creatively hidden on a vehicle which disembarked from the ferry Vronskiy after sailing from Oran. Just days before the Guardia found 1,300 packets of illegal smokes stashed in a double bottom made to look like a fuel tank at the back of the vehicle which came off the same boat after it made the crossing from Gazahouet. Earlier officers had found more than 3,000 packs of cigarettes without a tax stamp concealed in the back of a van.

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Help for flood victims HUERCAL-OVERA Council has set up an office to assist residents hit by the extreme weather so they can register rain and flood damage. The local authority said once the different administrations confirm what assistance is available and the requisites the processing procedure would begin through the council. In the meantime, the local administration said it would continue to evaluate the necessary repairs to municipal infrastructure. There were more than 130 weather-related incidents reported in Huercal-Overa between Thursday and Sunday night. These included emergency callouts to rescue people trapped in their properties or vehicles. “They were three very intense days of works dealing with the incidents caused by the weather in the municipality,” Huercal-Overa mayor Francisca Lourdes Fernandez commented on Monday. The council head said luckily no-one had been injured, but there was damage to roads, watercourses, properties, water networks and the electricity supply. The office for registering damage is located in the town hall. The council reminds residents they need to provide supporting documentation and photos if they have them. For more information call the council on 950 134 900, extension 111.

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NEWS EXTRA Station upgrade THE ribbon has been cut on the newly remodelled Adra Guardia Civil station. A total of €210,000 was invested in the upgrades carried out as a result of a collaboration between the provincial government and the Guardia.

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AFTERMATH: The severe storms damaged greenhouses and destroyed crops in Almeria.

Watercourse clean up

JUNTA DE ANDALUCIA President Juanma Moreno said the regional administration will clean up watercourses and river estuaries. Moreno said the aim was to prevent the formation of ‘bottlenecks’ following torrential rain. The Junta president made the comments during his visit to Almeria on Monday. He told press the regional Agriculture Minister is

working on the plan, which has an initial investment of €1 million. Moreno said there would also be an awareness-raising campaign aimed at ‘a minority’ who dump rubbish like plastic on country lanes and in waterways which end up as a ‘tangled mess’ and block waterflow. He warned the regional administration would come down hard on farmers who do not comply with waste disposal regulations.

THE torrential downpours produced by last week’s ‘cold snap,’ some of it in the form of hailstones, turned the normally dry Albox rambla into a fast flowing river, the water level at its highest for years.

Tuna find THE body of a 200-kilo tuna fish washed up in a Pozo del Esparto watercourse estuary. It came from a fish farm on the San Pedro del Pinatar coast in Murcia, which was badly damaged in the storms.

Power protest NINE continuous days of power cuts prompted residents of the Piedras Redondas neighbourhood of Almeria City to stage an impromptu protest on Monday evening, blocking traffic on one lane of the Carretera de Ronda.

‘The Crown’ to shoot in Almeria SCENES for Netflix hit series ‘The Crown’ will be shot in Almeria in October. The Almeria City mayor has signed an agreement with Ten Cents Films, the company responsible for the overseas shoots for the fourth season of the international hit drama, in which Oscar winning actress Olivia Coleman plays the Queen. Council head Ramon Fernandez-Pacheco revealed the provincial capital will appear in the credits and items used in the filming will be exhibited in the city’s Casa de Cine. In return, as an incentive the production company is exonerated of paying taxes for the shoot. Ten Cents’ Ramon Caravaca explained

that Almeria will play the part of a number of different places in the world. “We want you to be aware of the great potential which Almeria has for shoots,” he commented. The city’s role as The Crown location “is an opportunity we cannot let pass,” the mayor stressed. Declaring himself a fan of the programme, Fernandez-Pacheco said the agreement with Ten Cents represented “another step forward in the most ambitious project in which the public administrations are working to make Almeria a current and future land of cinema, without forgetting its filming past.”

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UNEARTHED: The Guardia found 500 marihuana plants and five illegal electricity connections.

Hidden hash GUARDIA CIVIL located 500 marihuana plants hidden among the ruins of an old mining exploitation in Las Herrerias in Cuevas del Almanzora. Based on information from Local Police officers and on their own investigations and

analysis, the Guardia had concluded there was evidence of illegal marihuana cultivation activities in the area. A thorough search of caves and old mine operations led to the discovery of five small greenhouses and five illegal hook ups to the power supply

in three rooms. Officers also came across all sorts of machines and agricultural tools used to increase the marihuana plantation production. The Guardia said the investigation remained opened and arrests have not been ruled out.

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Trafficking network busted NATIONAL POLICE have uncovered a criminal organisation using Almeria port as a departure point for human trafficking activities. The operation in collaboration with Europol also established the network was responsible for abducting children from Spanish protection centres. The organisation transferred illegal immigrants from Almeria on Moroccan, Spanish and French company buses either to Strasbourg or Brussels. The gang also used the buses to traffic cigarettes, hashish and hunting species. Police reported the organisation had a network of specialised captors according to nationality, and including Moroccans, Algerians, Malians and Syrians. They approached immigrants making it to the Spanish coast on small boats or by other means, offering to take them to France or Belgium, and charging them up to three times more than regular passengers. The specialist Mali group snatched unaccompanied young Malians from a protection centre in Almeria, using violence against social workers to get them out. The buses would make numerous s t o p s e n r o u t e i n M u rc i a , A l i c a n t e , B a rc e l o n a a n d Ta r r a g o n a , p i c k i n g u p more passengers at so-called ‘black tick-

et offices’ at hotels and phone booth outlets known to immigrants. The business even managed to get professional status at Madrid, Barcelona and Murcia bus stations. When the buses got close to France, cars were sent on ahead to check for police controls or the vehicles were taken through villages to try and avoid detection. At La Junquera on the border all irregular passengers were made to get off the buses and go by taxi to the nearest service station in France, where they got back on the bus. The operation resulted in 29 arrests: 11 in Almeria, five in Murcia, three in Alicante, three in Barcelona, two in Valencia, one in Tarragona, one in Bilbao, and another three in France. Searches of 13 different homes and premises in Spain and one in France also resulted in the seizure of €33,000 and more than 200 kilos of hash. Investigations into the network’s activities in Spain were first launched after French police informed Spanish law enforcement they had arrested a Spanish national for driving a bus on which there were 22 illegal immigrants, six of them under-age youngsters of different African nationalities.

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New term welcome

DOING THE ROUNDS: The mayor and the Education councillor spoke with teachers and pupils starting the school year.

THE mayor of Huercal-Overa has welcomed children to the start of the new school year. Francisca Lourdes Fernandez did the rounds of the municipality’s infants and junior schools last week, accompanied by deputy mayor and Education councillor Maria del Mar Meca. They spoke with teachers and pupils, exchanging ideas and suggestions. The mayor said the aim had been to see how the beginning of the new term was going in the

different schools. “Although the start is quite hard for some of the little ones and their parents, they will adapt right away to their classrooms,” Fernandez commented. She maintained the council had made a great effort to ensure the children returned to school to find the classrooms in optimum condition. She said the council had tried to respond to the different demands put forward and had carried out various works during the summer holidays,

Rugby onside in Almeria RUGBY looks to be growing in popularity in Almeria. This summer’s beach rugby provincial circuit staged in Adra,

Pulpi, Almeria, Carboneras, Vera and Roquetas de Mar attracted 50 male and female teams and 1,500 players. Speaking at the presentation of the 2019 beach rugby

Parents demand more teachers PARENTS of children at a Turre school are calling for smaller classes and more teachers. The Maria Cacho Castrillo school parents’ association staged a demonstration to demand changes outside the centre’s entrance on the first day of the autumn term last week. They pointed out there are 29 children in the class for fouryear-olds and want to see it divided so there is what they argue would be a better teacher-pupil ratio. The association maintains there are children in the class which have special needs, adding there is the possibility of even more children joining the class later in the year. Turre mayor Martin Morales was at the protest. “It is a very high number of four-year-old children for one teacher,” he told Spanish press, commenting that the school has a sufficient number of classrooms to be able to divide the class.

competition trophies last week, Diputacion de Almeria Sports Deputy Maria Luisa Cruz highlighted the high level of participation at every event host location. The deputy stressed the provincial administration is keen to promote sports which are new to the region “and very especially those which promote our land.” Thanking the Diputacion and the councils of the municipalities where the circuit was celebrated, Adra’s Club Marrajos rugby side President Rudy Mahiques said the event “should serve to continue developing the practice and enjoyment of this great sport,” adding rugby had come a long way in Almeria in recent years. The top teams at the end of what was the third provincial beach rugby circuit were the Club de Rugby Costa de Almeria in the men’s category and the Pintarojas de Adra in the women’s.

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A few changes for fiesta VERA’S annual fiesta gets underway today Thursday with a few changes. One of the most important differences is that the midday celebrations are being staged in the El Palmeral fairground, not the town centre. Mayor Jose Carmelo Jorge Blanco maintained the move would be ‘positive and beneficial’ for traders and the public. “Unifying the leisure area will allow people and their families to be able to enjoy the fiesta for longer without having to change location,” the mayor commented, saying if the daytime and nighttime events are in different places, many fiesta-goers go home in the afternoon and do not come back out. The council leader described the El Palmeral fairground as ‘one of the prettiest’ and ‘best set up’ in the province. In addition he pointed out that this year there is a free play centre for children from 2pm onwards. The traditional crowning of the fiesta queens and ladies, which marks the start of the celebrations, will also be held in El Palmeral. A further novelty this year is the three hours without noise for children with autism and Asperger’s. Highlights of the entertainment programme include concerts by Sevilla band Siempre Asi and 80’s pop group Ole Ole, and a performance by singer Maria Muyor, who appeared on the Spanish version of The Voice. Vera’s celebrations in honour of San Cleofas run until September 25.

Coral cop GUARDIA CIVIL discovered a protected species of red coral hidden in a vehicle at Almeria port. Officers came across the two kilos of coral during routine checks on passengers and vehicles coming off a ferry Nador in Morocco. The driver said he had nothing to declare, but the Guardia reported the officers’ ‘instinct’ told them something was hidden in the vehicle.

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BENEFICIAL: The mayor maintained moving the midday celebrations to the El Palmeral fairground will be good for traders and fiesta-goers. CREDIT: Feria y Fiestas de Vera Facebook @fiestasdevera

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AGENDA: Among the issues under discussion were a municipal security plan and collaboration and coordination between different law enforcement agencies.

Crime down on last year

CRIME in Huercal-Overa is down on last year, the local council reported. Commenting on a gathering of local officials and law enforcement agencies to discuss the municipality’s public security, the local authority also said Huercal-Overa is ‘one of the safest in the province.’ Mayor Francisca Lourdes Fernandez, Sub-delegate of the Government in Almeria Manuel de la Fuente Arias, along with representatives from the Sub-delegation, Local Police, Guardia Civil, autonomous police and the Junta de Andalucia government delegation looked at future measures and policies. One of the most immediate matters

is next month’s fiesta celebrations. They also agreed to draw up a municipal security plan and to modify the protocol for collaboration and coordination between the law enforcement services for the protection of gender violence victims. The mayor highlighted the excellent relations between the different law enforcement bodies and commented on the positive impact this has on residents’ security. Fernandez said the council will “continue working to make HuercalOvera an increasingly safe municipality with coordinated actions with the security forces, whom we thank for their dedication.”

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Commitment to quality schools CUEVAS DEL ALMANZORA Council has repeated its commitment to quality school facilities. Cuevas mayor Antonio Fernandez Liria took the opportunity at the start of the new school year last week to talk about what he said was his government team’s aim to maintain and continuously improve education infrastructure ‘to achieve a more prepared, fair and equal society.’ “Education is a priority, and therefore we are always on the alert for what our schools and our pupils need,” the mayor maintained. Fernandez Liria said the local authority had carried out cleaning works and repairs in the municipality’s educational centres in the run up to the start of term. He also visited the ongoing works to enlarge and reform the Alvarez de Sotomayor school to see how they were progressing and to meet with headmistress Rosa Fernandez. The school’s toilets have already GUARDIA CIVIL arrested three suspected burglars after they were found inside a private property in Antas during the town’s fiesta. Spanish press reported that during the last fiesta in the town there had been a number of house break­ins,

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IN PROGRESS: Works are underway to modernise and increase space at the Alvarez de Sotomayor school. been upgraded, new classrooms created and new safety features installed. Fernandez Liria said his administration had worked hard to make the €1.6 million budget project a reality, as they had for similar actions in Cuevas town and the outlying areas, commenting that it was “vital to have quality public education.” The Alvarez de Sotomayor works

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are scheduled to take one year to complete. The mayor and the Education councillor Ana Mari Castro wished all the municipality’s more than 1,000 schoolchildren, and the teachers and parents, a good start to the academic year, and expressed the hope pupils would make the most of the following months to work hard and carry on learning. suggesting thieves had taken advan­ tage of many people being out and enjoying the celebrations. Last month Guardia Civil, Local Po­ lice, Mayor Pedro Ridao and the sub­ delegate of the national govern­ ment, Manuel de la Fuente, met to discuss preventive measures.

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BREXIT BRIEF

Exit like Incredible Hulk

JUST 36 days before the Brexit deadline, the UK Prime Minister met EC President Jean-Claude Junker for the first time on Monday.

Boris Johnson had nothing new to bring to the table other than his declared preference to be ‘dead in a ditch’ rather than extend the deadline. The Luxembourg meeting was the

‘Put career before country’

FORMER Prime Minister David Cameron has accused Boris Johnson of putting his political career before Britain’s best interests. In David Cameron’s forthcoming memoirs, he says Boris Johnson was never a fan of Brexit but jumped on the bandwagon for his own ends. David Cameron says he has no regrets about calling the referendum on Europe having been bound, he said, by a Tory manifesto pledge to do so. Mr Cameron campaigned for remain while Mr Johnson rallied the call to leave resulting in the then Prime Minister’s resignation when his side unexpectedly lost the vote. He says his former colleague was more worried about winning a popularity contest within his own party than taking the country in the right direction. In his memoirs, published in the Sunday Times, Mr Cameron writes: ‘Whichever senior Tory politician took the lead on the Brexit side - so loaded with images of patriotism, independence and romance - would become the darling of the party. ‘He [Mr Johnson] didn’t want to risk allowing someone else with a high profile - Michael Gove in particular - to win that crown. The conclusion I am left with is that he [Boris Johnson] risked an outcome he didn’t believe in because it would help his political career.’ He also criticises Mr Johnson for misleading voters with promises he could not follow through when he rode the Brexit bus with a banner claiming leaving would gain the NHS an extra £350m a week.

first between the two leaders since Boris Johnson took office in July and while Mr Johnson stressed the UK wanted a deal, delivering to deadline was key. In the Mail on Sunday, he likened the UK to the comic book character the Incredible Hulk bursting out of EU restraints come what

INCREDIBLE HULK: Bursting out of EU restraints come what may.

may - a position that could end in court. Last week Parliament passed a law forcing the PM to seek an extension to the deadline rather than leave without a deal. Despite declaring the intention to obey the law, UK government ministers have confirmed that the UK will walk away on October 31 regardless. Talks focused on specific ideas to control plants and livestock movements at the Northern Ireland border as an alternative to the Irish backstop which remains the sticking point. Now that the UK government has lost its majority, the support of the DUP is less relevant to Mr Johnson who could allow different rules for Northern Ireland to break the deadlock. Although the proposals have been likened in Brussels as last night’s takeaway with a sprinkling of fresh herbs. Mr Johnson wrote in Monday’s Daily Telegraph newspaper that he believes a deal is possible within three weeks.

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BREXIT EXTRA Cancel Brexit LIBERAL Democrats have voted to reverse Brexit if they win the next General Election. The policy was confirmed at the party’s annual conference. Previously the party had campaigned for a second referendum and say they will continue to argue for a second vote before a General Election.

Junker wants win EU president may gift deal to the UK to end his final weeks in office. British officials have said Jean-Claude Juncker will be keen to agree a deal to end his presidency with a win but Euro diplomats say he will not force Ireland to accept a climbdown over the backstop.

Drop backstop THE Irish backstop plan has been declared ‘undemocratic.’ Dominic Raab, Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs has said the backstop must be removed before any agreement can be reached and that proposals for a future trading relationship between the EU and UK had to be ‘much more ambitious.’

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Sport, health and fun THE Huercal-Overa Council Youth and Sports department has unveiled a new programme of sports clubs and activities for the municipality’s children and teenagers. Novelties for the new season include theatre and fun science and technology workshops. “Developing the practice of sport and promoting healthy habits are priority objectives for the municipal government team,” Mayor Francisca Lourdes Fernandez commented. “At the same time it is important to offer leisure and free time activities which allow for enjoying learning and developing positive attitudes and values,” the council leader added. She encouraged HuercalOvera’s youth to take part “with the same enthusiasm as the great personnel of the Youth and Sport department have for their work.”

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History book labour of love By Cathy Elelman

A BOOK detailing local industrial history has been nothing short of a labour of love. Authors Andrew Devey and Juan Antonio Soler Jodar have spent years researching the story of the mines, railways, foundries and ship loading activities in Garrucha, Mojacar, Bedar and Los Gallardos in the late 19th and 20th centuries. Andrew and Antonio unearthed dozens of previously unexamined source materials, including diaries, plans, drawings and even original letters, also looking at contemporary newspaper reports. Chartered mining engineer Andrew was lead author and was responsible for the book design. “I have been able to commit every aspect of my professional experience into this unique project,” he told the Euro Weekly News.

The aim was to provide a full account of what was a vitally important chapter in the province’s past, Andrew said, and more than anything “has been written in tribute to over 130 years of hardship and effort for all of those involved.” Andrew and Juan Antonio particularly wanted to tell ‘the full story’ behind the old mining transport systems and railway lines, some of which are today popular routes with hikers and mountain bikers, and hope their efforts will help promote tourism in the area. Now nearly finished, the result is a thorough analysis documenting the human and technical aspects of industrial activities in the region between 1840 and 1970 based entirely on primary source materials from a number of different countries. The more than 300-page tome features over 550 maps, plans, technical drawings and

pictures, including dozens of newly discovered photographs and colourised versions of images captured in the 19th century. The authors cover in great details key infrastructure like the one-metre gauge mining railway line which ran for more than

17kms from Bedar to Garrucha between 1896 and 1930, a record-breaking aerial cable and what was the largest mineral washing plant in Europe. They also look at society at the

time, covering aspects ranging from diet and living conditions to pay, workplace accidents, strike action and even acts of sabotage. The book will be published in limited numbers in Spanish and English. To reserve copies contact Andy by email at Andy1De vey@outlook.com.

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DEDICATED: Andrew with newly discovered high resolution 19th century photographs he has colourised in Photoshop, each one up to 20 hours work.

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Seeking support for school materials ment during a visit last week to the La Pernera and El Argar schools and the Hablame Bonito play centre to wish teachers and pupils all the best for the new school year. Ridao also took the opportunity to criticise the Junta de Andalucia, maintaining the regional administration had

failed to have the El Argar’s new toilets ready for the start of term following more than two months of works. There are 56 pupils enrolled at La Pernera for the 2019-2020 school year, 110 in infants and 210 in primary at El Argar, and 10 little ones at the new play centre.

SCHOOL VISITS: The Antas mayor wished teachers and pupils all the best for the new school year.

Town hall plans moving along PLANS for a new town hall building in Mojacar are moving along. Diputacion de Almeria President Javier A Garcia has presented Mojacar mayor Rosa Maria Cano with the provincial administration’s Municipality Assistance Area’s project for the construction of a four-storey building. One floor will serve as a new Local Police station. The Diputacion explained that given the size of the project it had been decided to divide it into two phases. The first phase was carried out between 2016 and 2017 when a building dating back to the 1970s was demolished to make way for the future town hall and a structure put in

CREDIT: Diputacion de Almeria website

ANTAS Council is seeking support from banks to provide games and materials to the municipality’s schools. The local authority said it had approached two entities with the aim of saving the children’s parents the expense. Mayor Pedro Ridao made the announce-

CREDIT: Comunicación y Medios Almeria

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NECESSARY: Mojacar mayor Rosa Maria Cano said the growth of the municipality and the age of the current council building meant new facilities were needed. its place, the upper part of which is the village’s main plaza lookout point. The project recently presented to the Mojacar mayor outlines the works which will be carried out on the structure’s ex-

terior and interior. It will have four entrances. The main one will be from Calle Glorieta, the main door for the Local Police will be in Avenida de Paris. There will be another

entrance in the same road, and a fourth from the Plaza Mirador with access via a lift with three glass sides, which will connect with all floors. There will also be a meeting room, which will be used for council plenary sessions and cultural events and exhibition. The Mojacar mayor said the Diputacion project document represented an important saving for the local council. New council facilities are necessary due to the growth the municipality has experienced in recent years and due to the age of the current town hall, the mayor maintained. The budget for the building is just over €2.1m. Construction is expected to take 12 months.

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Back to school MOJACAR’S Bartolome Flores School opened its doors last week to over 400 pupils for the start of the new academic year ahead. Around 50 new students have enrolled in the school this year, with further additions expected. There are no less than 28 nationalities this year, and children from different continents, religions and cultures. Some begin with no or limited Spanish, ‘which presents an extra, but not insurmountable, challenge for teachers and fellow students,’ the local council reports. They are assisted through the ATAL language programme that provides pupils with extra help, in co-ordination with the PROA project, which supports all students. New educational regulations are being incorporated this year, among them, one-hour classes, with more English, physical education and religion on the timetable. Centre Director Francisco Baraza coordinates 28 teachers who work across the range of subjects. The complimentary

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UPGRADES: Pupils have returned to a smartened up school. workshops will be organised in October once timetables are finalised. The school transport system and dining room are already fully functional. The pupils have returned to a smartened up school following a painting, plumbing and electrical upgrades and refurbishments to doors, windows and roofs. In the outside area, the council’s Works Department has improved rainwater drainage and has put down a layer of reinforced concrete on the 180sqm recreation area. The local authority invested some €36,000 in the full annual review of facilities, also carried out at the infants’ school.

Family time promotion THE provincial government has announced new activities to promote good old fashioned family time. With the aim of getting different generations to get together and share experiences, the Diputacion de Almeria has put together a new ‘Games in Family’ programme, with events in 32 municipalities between now and December. ‘Mystery in the Family,’ ‘Journey inside our body’ and ‘Family in Action’ will feature leisure activities ranging from games of logic and gymkhanas to virtual reality experiences. Diputacion Equality and Family deputy Belen Lopez underlined the importance of the province’s municipalities hosting initiatives ‘which develop family interconnection with something as interesting as the leisure activities proposed in this programme.’ The deputy also highlighted the success of the last edition, which attracted more than 1,300 participants. She said her department was committed to strengthening the importance of families in the municipalities, and especially families with children. She said: “We want to highlight the value which family represents, and what all family members doing activities together contributes.”

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Mojacarte art on display The group is tutored at the centre by well-known painter Feliz Clemente Gerez. On show are paintings with very varied themes and styles by Julia Poves, Mariat Bernabe, Michele Koster, Cecilia Briones, Marcela Gonzalez, Ros Asua, Francisca Cervantes and Conchi G Creus. Speaking at the exhibition inCHILDREN in Nijar, Campohermoso and San Jose were treated to a week of storytelling. Youngsters gathered in squares and the San Isidro library every evening to meet storytellers, publishers and teachers. There were short tales of times gone by, legends about the sun, moon and stars and workshops. The initiative was organised by the local council’s

CREDIT: Ayuntamiento de Mojacar

MOJACAR’S Multiple Uses Centre is hosting an art show featuring the work of the Mojacarte art group.

VARIED: The collection features works with very different themes and styles.

Once upon a time

Youth department, along with the Espacio Campingas reading club and the National Association of Independent Album Publishers.

Youth councillor, Ainoha Salmeron underlined the high participation numbers in what was a pioneer project for the municipality. “Managing to introduce

the children to the world of reading so that, thanks to the imagination, it generates knowledge and learning, was one of the principal objectives the councillor explained, but also “at the same time give new life to public spaces like our municipality’s libraries and plazas, recalling the time when stories were told at the doors to the houses on summer nights.”

auguration, Mojacar Education councillor Ana Garcia expressed her delight at having work of such quality on show at the centre. The councillor also touched on Mojacar ’s enduring support for all genres of artistic expression. Garrucha native Feliz Clemente Gerez has achieved an extensive pictorial portfolio over the years. His work often features tradit i o n a l s c e n e s , M o j a c a r ’s l a n d scapes, scenes of Garrucha and the environment he observes around him, always with his individual perception of light which makes his work so recognisable. He is also probably the most international painter in the region, exhibiting as far afield as Tokyo, New York and Rome, and in Geneva for the 40th anniversary of the United Nations. The Mojacarte exhibition runs until September 30, from Mond a y t o F r i d a y, 7 - 9 . 3 0 p m . A d mission is free.

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Boost to farming sector THE Diputacion de Almeria has approved going ahead with two infrastructure projects in Lubrin. Six rural roads are set to undergo improvements. The works on nearly six kilometres of country lanes will include resurfacing, cleaning up ditches and repainting road markings. The provincial administration said the action would have direct benefits for local businesses, improving access to farms and the circulation of traffic and industrial machinery. Also on the cards is updating the water supply network in the Los Papaos area of the municipality. Some 348 metres of water pipes in a poor state of repair will be replaced. The provincial government’s Development deputy Oscar Liria said infrastructure investment of the more than €200,000 represented “a major boost for Lubrin’s agriculture and farming sector.”

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Organ donation

Living in Spain can bring with it an array of issues which may not have been encountered when living in the UK. There are lots of things to consider, and we are here to help try to make the transition and life in Spain a little easier by compiling a series of helpful facts and figures relating to a variety of topics. As of 2010, Spain has operated an ‘opt-out’ (or presumed consent) system for deceased organ donation. This addresses the rate or refusal of potential donors or their families in giving permission for the use of organs. The rate of family refusal in Spain is 13 per cent, compared to 37 per cent in England (according to the National Transplant Organisation figures - ONT).

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According to the ONT, Brits living in Spain are more likely to donate their organs than their countrymen back home. It’s not necessary to have a donor card. What is important is to let family members and loved ones know your wishes in terms of organ donation. Figures published by the Spanish ONT in 2017 put the country as world leader in donation and transplants, reaching a new record with 46.9 donors per million people and 5.261 transplants. Spain has been a global leader in organ donation and transplantation for the past 26 years. Broken down by organ, there were 3,269 kidney surgeries (up 9 per cent on 2016), 1,247 liver transplants (up 8 per cent), 304 heart procedures (8 per cent rise), 363 lung surgeries (up 18 per cent), 70 pancreas transplants (down 4 per cent) and eight bowel surgical procedures (up 100 per cent). According to the National Transplant Organisation (ONT), these surgeries are equivalent to six donors and 14 surgical procedures a day. In addition, Spain saw a new record in bone marrow donation last year, with 78,291 new donors and an increase of 196 per cent over the previous year. At this rate, the country could reach its target of 400,000 bone marrow donors well before the mid-2020 goal. In Spain the number of those on the waiting list was reduced to 4,896 in 2017, from 5,480, although the number of children waiting for organs increased to 74, from 48 a year earlier. Lung and heart are viable for 4-6 hours after death, liver and pancreas 24 hours, kidney 72 hours, corneas 14 days, bone and skin five years, and heart valves up to 10 years. Small intestines, veins, tendons and ligaments can also be donated. A single organ donor can save up to eight people and a single tissue donor may enhance the lives of up to 50 people. This information is for guidance only, and should not be taken as legal advice. If in any doubt, seek professional help.

OBJECTIVES: The initiative was aimed at introducing children to the world of reading and giving new life to public spaces.

Once upon a time C H I L D R E N i n N i j a r, C a m p o h e rmoso and San Jose were treated to a week of storytelling. Youngsters gathered in squares and the San Isidro library every evening to meet storytellers, publishers and teachers. There were short tales of times gone by, legends about the sun, moon and stars and workshops. The initiative was organised by the local council’s Youth department, along with the Espacio Campingas reading club and the National Association of Independent Album Publishers.

Youth councillor, Ainoha Salmeron underlined the high participation numbers in what was a pioneer project for the municipality. “Managing to introduce the children to the world of reading so that thanks to the imagination it generates knowledge and learning,” was one of the principal objectives the councillor explained, but also “at the same time give new life to public spaces like our municipality’s libraries and plazas, recalling the time when stories were told at the doors to the houses on summer nights.”

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Why retirement planning matters at any age adapt your strategy to suit your changing circumstances and goals, such as incorporating new family members, addressing health issues or relocating. It enables you to keep up with the ever-changing tax and pensions landscape, including new opportunities that could work in your favour.

It is never too early to start thinking about how you will finance your golden years. And once you are retired, you should regularly review your arrangements to ensure you continue meeting your retirement goals. Approaching retirement There are certain things you need to consider to make sure you are on the right track financially and steps you can take today to help make your dream retirement a reality. Questions you should ask include: • Will I be able to afford to retire when I want to? • What is the best strategy for withdrawing from my business or employment? • What options do I have for my pensions? Are they likely to change? • Will I be able to retain my existing wealth and assets? Professional financial advice can prove invaluable here. An adviser can take a holistic view of what you

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have - your savings, investments, assets, pensions - together with what you want - your timeline, income requirements, estate planning wishes - and an objective assessment of who you are - your circumstances, goals, risk appetite - to design a personalised retirement plan for you. Already retired If you are already retired, that doesn’t mean you should forget about retirement planning. After all, you could be retired for thirty years or more! Regular reviews allow you to

Your pension options Pensions are usually the foundations of retirement, so deciding what to do here may be one of life’s most important financial decisions. Pensions are complex anyway, but with greater freedom and choice than ever and an increase in sophisticated pension scams - it is sensible to take expert, regulated pensions advice. For example, you might benefit from consolidating several UK pensions into one to provide a coherent, more cost-effective investment platform for your retirement income. However, this may not be the most tax-efficient approach if you live in Spain; by receiving pension income in

sterling, you are also exposed to conversion costs and exchange rate risk. If you have a final salary (defined benefit) pension and have not yet started drawing from it, your provider may offer a high ‘transfer value’ in exchange for future benefits. While a large one-off sum could be reinvested to provide a more flexible, taxefficient income, you need to take extreme care and be fully aware of the implications of forfeiting a guaranteed lifetime pension. Britons resident in Spain also have the option of transferring UK pensions to a Qualifying Overseas Pension Scheme (QROPS) taxfree. Doing so can unlock estate planning and currency flexibility that you do not get with UK pensions. Take care, however, as transfers to QROPS outside the EU/EEA invite a 25% UK tax penalty, which could be extended post-Brexit. Remember: take regulated, specialist pensions advice before making significant decisions to

protect your benefits and establish the most suitable option for you. Retiring abroad If you are planning to enjoy your retirement years in Spain, you should review your retirement strategy as early as possible. You need to consider the cross-border tax implication, adapt your estate planning to suit the Spanish succession rules and review your savings and investments to make sure they are suitable for your new life as a retired expatriate. In any case, careful planning is the key to minimising taxation and maximising the available opportunities so you can enjoy the retirement you want for as long as you need. This article should not be construed as providing any personalised investment advice. You should take advice for your circumstances. Keep up to date on the financial issues that may affect you on the Blevins Franks news page at www.blevinsfranks.com

RBL Mojacar branch fundraising year-round ROYAL BRITISH LEGION MOJACAR branch members out and about collecting for the Poppy Appeal are a familiar sight along the Costa Almeria every year in the run up to

November 11. But in fact the branch’s fundraising efforts and events go on throughout the year, as does the support of local businesses. Poppy Appeal boxes are a fixture on

the counters of local shops, bars, restaurants and offices in Mojacar, Turre, Vera, Garrucha, Los Gallardos and Villaricos. Many businesses also support the Legion by providing gifts for event prizes.

Alternative bull run NOT all bull runs in Spain are the same. Last week Adra celebrated what was very much a family-friendly affair, rather endearing looking giant inflatable bulls standing in for the distinctly more dangerous real thing. Nearly 1,000 locals of all ages wearing white and sporting red bandanas packed the town’s streets to charge through the streets with the blow-up bulls to a makeshift bullring in what was the 14th San Nicolas de Tolentino run.

CREDIT: Ayuntamiento de Adra

FAMILY-FRIENDLY: Giant inflatable bulls stood in for the real thing.

Mojacar Council allows the branch to use the multi-uses centre in the village for its monthly meetings, which often feature guest speakers from the local community. There are also monthly quizzes, sponsored walks and regular social events, including special celebrations to mark dates like St George’s Day, Burns Night and Armed Forces Day. The branch’s main social event of the year is the poppy ball and dinner, when members, and non-members, get a chance to don the glad rags and dance the evening away. This year it is on October 19 in Turre. Call Barbara on 622 207 774 for more information. If any of the EWN readers have a business in the Mojacar area and can assist in the collection of funds or hold an event to raise money for the Poppy Appeal, contact RBL Mojacar branch organiser Major (retired) Nick Allbeury MBE by e-mail at: Mojacar.Committee1@rbl.community.

Dames in Turre restarts DAMES IN TURRE recommences activities this month following the summer break. There will be a meet and greet at the Hostel Rural in Turre on Monday September 30, starting at 11am. This will be an opportunity to share experiences and enjoy a complimentary drink. Looking ahead to the Dames Christmas Market, anyone wishing to donate items for the association’s bric-a-brac stall is invited to bring items along to this first meeting as arrangements have been made for safe storage. For more information contact Dames in Turre Chairman Carol Pazdzierski on 950 099 932 or Membership Secretary Eileen McGill on 652 298 072.

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Making an insurance claim after the storms THE storms which wreaked havoc across Valencia, Alicante, Murcia and Almería last week were amongst the most severe we have witnessed in recent years and left a trail of destruction and sadly loss of life across the region. If your home or vehicle is insured and has been damaged during these storms then you will want to make a claim. Your first call will be to your insurer or the broker or agent who sold you the policy. When you give them details of the damage and

how it was caused you may well be advised that this is covered by the Consorcio de Compensación de Seguros and not your insurance company. So, what is the Consorcio and how does it work? The Consorcio is a public insurance company created by the Spanish government in 1941. It has many functions but the key one in this case is coverage of extraordinary risks to persons and property. Contracting an insurance policy with a private insurer in Spain carries with it separate coverage against extraordinary risks, the coverage extending to the same property and people covered by that pol-

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icy and for the same amounts. The natural risks covered are earthquakes, tidal waves or tsunamis, floods, volcanic eruptions, wind storms (tornadoes and winds gusting to more than 120km/h) and falling objects and meteorites. Flood is the risk that accounts for most of the claims in Spain. Flood is defined as an inundation of land due to the accumulation or runoff of rainwater, meltwater or waters from lakes, rivers or inlets through overflow of their natural beds or channels. It also covers damage caused by coastal battering. Damage produced by rain falling directly on the insured property or collected by its roof or cover, drainage system or patios is not covered by the Consorcio. Water from dams, canals, sewers, collectors and other man-made underground channels is also not covered unless these are ruptured by an extraordinary event covered by the Consorcio. A useful rule of thumb is that if the rain water comes through your roof it is not covered by the Consorcio, but if the rain water comes through your door it is. Appraisal of the damage is carried out by claims assessors appointed by the Consorcio. The Consorcio is funded by a compulsory surcharge on the policy premiums on several lines of insurance including home and vehicle insurance. Private insurers collect this surcharge alongside the policy premium and deposit those funds with the Consorcio on behalf of the customer. How to make a claim? As mentioned above, your first port of call is to the insurer, broker or agent who sold you the policy. If the damage you are claiming for is covered by the Consorcio they will advise you what to do next. For further information see www.consorseguros.es. If your policy was taken out with Ibex Insurance, we will help you to understand the process and to complete the Consorcio claim form ‘hoja de comunicación de daños.’ Just contact your Ibex office or agent and we will hold your hand through the entire process. Ibex Insurance

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Triple killing arrest A MAN has been arrested in Spain for allegedly killing his ex-partner, his ex-mother-in-law and his ex-brother-inlaw in the Pontevedra town of Valga. Police report that the man allegedly committed the triple killing in the town’s district of Carracido, in the parish of Cordeiro, before returning home to A Coruña. He then reportedly turned himself in to the Guardia Civil and allegedly confessed to the crimes. The events took place in the early hours of Monday morning. The Guardia Civil has taken charge of the investigation, of which no more details have yet been released.

Breaking News Gibraltar to beat the UK in holding a General Election before Brexit By John Smith BEATING Boris Johnson, the Chief Minister of Gibraltar, Fabian Picardo on Monday handed a request to the Governor to dissolve parliament immediately. A g e n era l e le c tio n ha s b ee n c a lle d fo r T h u rs d a y O cto b e r 1 7 w h ic h is t he same date as the next meeting of the European Council and the Chief Minister said that the planned departure from the European Union was one of the key factors in fix in g th e d ate o f the election, especially given there could be elections in UK and Spain soon. Although there will be no MPs sitting in Gibraltar prior to the election, Fabian

Pic a rdo a nd the D e puty Chief Minister Joseph Garc ia w ill be a tte nding U K party political conferences as previously intended. Mr Picardo made it clear that he intended to stand for re-election as he believes that he has the experience and background to deal with whatever situation arises with Brexit and said it was the w rong time to trus t novices or ‘has beens,’ political experiments or political spent forces when the pe ople of G ibra lta r fa c e what could be a very difficult time. C urre nt minis te rs a re aware of the Chief Minister ’s decision and are expected to confirm later today whether they intend to stand at the election or to retire from politics.

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AGREEMENT: A partnership to adapt navy ships between Spain and Saudi has sparked some criticism.

$991 million defence deal SPANISH shipbuilder, Navantia, and the Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) have signed a $991 million dollar defence deal. The partnership was announced at the Defence and Security Equipment international 2019 Exhibition in London. The deal is to adapt Navantia’s combat management systems for Saudi navy

corvette ships and is thought to be part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s modernisation programme called ‘Vision 2030.’ The joint venture between SAMI and Navantia has attracted some criticism after a UN report has openly criticised the Saudi-led intervention in Yemen and the supply of arms by countries such as the UK, the US, and France who have been accused of being complicit in ‘war crimes.’

Bullfighter survives horrific injury

MADRID surgeons battled for three hours to reconstruct bullfighter Javier Cortes’ right eye. He was seriously gored and his eye badly injured while fighting at the Las Ventas bullring. Witnesses said afterwards that although he managed to stand up, he fainted after touching his face. Taken first to the bullring’s infirmary, he was immediately transferred to the Gregorio Marañon hospital and admitted to the Ophthalmology department. “The operation went well,” confirmed Antonio Molina, the bandillero who heads Cortes’ bullfight team, but he insisted that it was necessary to “wait and see” owing to the possibility of infection. Although the Gregorio Marañon surgeons had been able to reconstruct the bullfighter’s eye, Molina said it was too soon to speculate whether Cortes’ sight could be recovered.

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Cars frontman dies

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HAPPY TIMES: Ric with former wife Paulina Porizkova.

RIC OCASEK, lead singer of the rock band The Cars has been found dead in his town house in Manhattan. Famous for their hugely popular 70’s and 80’s hits including My Best Friend’s Girl, Ocasek was 75 years old and the New York Police department released a statement

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who he separated from only last year. Ric was known for his mop of black hair and black sunglasses being his trade mark in many of the band’s videos over the years. Ocasek and the band The Cars were inducted in the rock ‘n’ roll hall of fame in 2018.

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DENMARK

Too much A YEAR ago travel guide Lonely Planet named Copenhagen as the top city to visit in 2019, but now it is warning that tourists are clogging the historic centre and bringing increased waste, noise and traffic.

Work pain CONCERNS have been raised after the number of public sector workers taking pills shot up from 28.5 per cent to 41.8 per cent in the past seven years, with a big increase in medication for muscle and ligament damage blamed.

OVERCROWDED: Copenhagen feels effects of tourism.

NETHERLANDS

Alien arrests

Bad practice

TWO Dutch YouTube stars have been ar­ rested trying to break in to the top secret and heavily guarded Area 51 site in Neva­ da, which has for decades been rumoured to contain aliens and their spaceships.

CONSUMER authority ACM is threatening to fine three housing agencies in Eind­ hoven and Rotterdam for illegally charg­ ing their clients for finding them a home. They have six weeks to stop the practice or face fines of €5,000 a week.

GERMANY

BELGIUM

Far right

Guns seized

THE KSK elite army unit is being probed by military intelligence over concerns that far­right viewpoints are widespread within its 1,100­ strong ranks, with it said that the level of extremist sympathy is ‘extraordinarily high.’

MORE than 350 weapons were seized by po­ lice in a large operation in the regions of Mons and Charleroi aimed at dismantling an arms trafficking network run by a French gun­ maker based in Belgium.

Getting poorer

Tram row

MORE than one in five pensioners in Germany could find themselves threatened by poverty in 20 years time, according to a study by the German Institute for Economic Research (DIW), which says that income inequality will get worse.

A VIDEO of a tram being driven very close be­ hind a cyclist and blaring its horn in a Brussels cycling lane has been shared on Twitter with transport company STIB, questioning if the driver was behaving properly.

FRANCE

Collision course

Pesticide free

THE head of French football said Tuesday that he had instructed referees to no longer stop matches over homophobic abuse from fans, putting him on a collision course with the sports ministry and the football league.

THE government has launched a nation­ wide consultation on the implementation of pesticide­free buffer zones around homes, days after a court ruled that mayors did not have the power to implement their own.

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NORWAY

Beggar charge

Dog deaths

IN an attempt to discourage the practice, beggars will now need to buy permits costing 250 SEK (€23.50) for three months to beg in Eskilstuna, with brochures handed out to shops and security staff, but not the beggars themselves.

A MYSTERY illness has left 25 dogs dead or seriously sick in 14 of the country’s 18 counties. Although the cause is unknown, experts say that humans cannot catch the disease from their pets.

Income gap

Less meat

THE gap between rich and the poor in 275 of Sweden’s 290 municipalities has widened according to research by the National Statistics Office, with people living in Malå, Västerbotten having less disposable income than those in Danderyd, Stockholm.

ABOUT one in four Norwegians say they choose to eat less meat to contribute to climate change measures, writes NRK with more than 600 tonnes less red meat sold so far this year compared to last.

FINANCE

Output up

INDUSTRIAL output jumped 2.9 per cent in July com­ pared to the same month in 2018. The rise was driven by energy and consumer goods according to the National Statistics Institute (INE). The general industrial production index has been volatile in recent months, with falls in April (2 per cent) and June (1.9 per cent) and rises in May (1.6 per cent) and July (2.9 per cent). Energy industry out­ put rose 8.3 per cent and consumer goods 5 per cent.

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47,890

was the number of house sales in July, the highest monthly figure since May 2008.

Brexit warning letters

MORE than 90,000 warning letters have been sent to businesses who export to the UK by Spain’s tax authorities. They are advising recipients of the adverse effects of a no­deal Brexit and recommending that precautions are taken to mitigate against the ef­ fects of such an event. Amongst the factors listed in the letters are the new customs, tax and health­related rules that businesses will have to follow to trade with the UK if there is no deal. Of most concern for Spanish com­

By Dilip Kuner panies is potentially having to meet new health and quality regulations that might be imposed on food and animal exports to the UK. And red tape is set to increase hugely, with each shipment requiring a customs form, going through cus­ toms controls plus the payment of tariffs and other duties. Meetings between tax officials and business associations, companies and customs specialists have been held to discuss the trade and border­related problems related to Brexit.

The Spanish government has put contingency plans into place, and the Finance Ministry, which is largely re­ sponsible for the customs service, has been planning for a no deal scenario for months. Air and sea ports have been as­ signed more resources to deal with the extra workload expected. While the customs paperwork is not expect­ ed to be a major problem the need to meet new regulations not just for food and animals, but also medicines and chemical products is a big con­ cern.

LEGALLY SPEAKING Must proxies be signed? I arrived at our recent AGM with all my proxy votes correctly done, signed and dated. An­ other person arrived with 44 proxy votes, but only three of them were signed. When I questioned the administrator about this, his reply was: “Take us to court.” Can you advise where the College of Property Ad­ ministrators is located for Alicante? I wonder if our administrators are members. Do all proxy votes have to be signed? Can an EGM be called? R H (Costa Blanca) Article 15.1 of the Law of Horizon­ YOU AND THE tal Property pro­ LAW IN SPAIN vides for proxy rep­ resentation at the AGM and states that, ‘a written authorisation signed by the owner is sufficient…’ to es­ tablish this. You can indeed take them to court to im­ pugn the results of the vote. It is a risky business unless you can show that the community has suffered loss. The Colegio Oficial de Administradores de Fincas de Alicante has a very complete website at www.coafa.es. Be advised that community administrators are not legally required to register. If you assemble one­fourth of the owners, you can call an EGM. Why not discuss this with your president?

DAVID SEARL

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

Seat to China

THE Seat and Cupra bands are set to expand into China and Chile. CEO of Cupra and Seat’s commer­ cial vice president, Wayne Griffiths, says that the former is preparing to start selling in China, while the lat­ ter will enter the Chilean market in the next few months. Griffiths stressed that Seat must have a more diversified geographic presence and grow beyond Europe. “We’re doing it in North Africa, we’re starting our development in Latin America and we’re preparing to reach China in two or three years,” he said.

BUSINESS EXTRA

Busy times for AENA AENA airports handled 186.8 million passengers in the first eight months of the year, 5 per cent more than in the same period last year, with Madrid’s Adolfo Suarez leading the way with 5.8 million in August alone.

Opening up THE number of new companies rose 1.6 per cent in July compared to the same month in 2018, to add 7,820 companies, while business dissolutions increased by 9.2 per cent to total 1,622, according to the National Statistics Institute (INE).

Cuban law SPANISH hotel chain Meliá has been included in a class action lawsuit filed in a federal court in Florida under the Helms-Burton Act for doing business deals involving properties confiscated in Cuba after the 1959 revolution.

Deficit under control ACTING Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has said Spain’s public deficit is controlled. He told Congress that the nation’s deficit will close the year at 2 per cent of GDP and expects that the economy will have grown by 2.2 per cent by the end of 2019. Replying to criticism from the President of the PP, Pablo Casado, who pointed out that ‘inertia is over’ and asked him to ‘fix Spain,’ Sanchez said: “For your peace of mind, Mr Casado, the deficit is under con­

trol. At the end of 2019 it will be 2 per cent of GDP, a reduction of 0.5 points compared to 2018. We must be doing something right.” Sanchez has recognised a cooling of the econo­ my, blaming ‘trade tensions’ and the adoption of protectionist policies by countries like the United States. But he referred to estimates from the Euro­ pean Commission and said that “Spain will continue to grow and lead” the European economy.

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% CHG. -0,25

NET VOL 29.707

COMPANY

PRICE(P)

CHANGE(P)

% CHG.

NET VOL

LEGAL & GENERAL

2,514

-1,47

-0,04

1.383.439

19,428

-2,16

-0,43

232.663

LLOYDS BANK

0,541

2,00

0,01

7.900.142

LONDON STOCK

73,680

1,50

1,09

74.389

MARKS & SPENCER

2,030

-0,91

-0,02

275.449

MEDIA CONTEN

3,686

0,57

0,02

41.078

MERLIN ENTERTAINMENTS

4,520

0,03

0,00

77.309

0,89

0,10

147.768

-1,16

-0,20

73.029

0,01

431.880

9,386

-1,08

-0,10

151.743

ASHTEAD GROUP

23,264

-0,43

-0,10

95.503

ASTRA ZENECA

68,502

-0,22

-0,15

134.958

BABCOCK INTE

5,620

-0,47

-0,03

22.517

BARCLAYS BANK

1,551

3,32

0,05

5.315.950

MICRO FOCUS

11,350

BARRATT DEVE

6,508

-0,16

-0,01

333.984

MONDI PLC

16,710

BAT INDUSTRI

29,466

-0,88

-0,26

155.687

MORRISON SUP

2,093

0,34

BILLITON

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2,16

1,29

25.204

-0,15

-0,01

65.790

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20,830

-1,10

-0,23

94.909

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0,03

521.205

4,12

0,21

8.201.674

PEARSON

BRIT.AEROE

5,747

0,75

0,04

1.058.637

PERSIMMON

23,420

0,55

0,13

48.202

PROV.FINANC.

4,231

-0,90

-0,04

9.366

15,095

-1,53

-0,23

267.792

BRITISH LAND

5,518

-1,13

-0,06

131.788

PRUDENTIAL C

BRITISH TELECOM

1,705

-0,54

-0,01

840.197

RAMBLER MED.

2,259

-0,79

-0,02

192.237

BUNZL

20,990

-1,13

-0,24

43.320

RECKITT BNKR

62,570

-0,18

-0,11

31.684

BURBERRY

21,413

-1,22

-0,26

65.343

REED INTER

18,227

-1,06

-0,19

304.286

CARNIVAL PLC

37,350

-3,21

-1,24

40.955

RENTOKIL GRP

CELLTECH

25,876

-0,40

-0,10

34.662

RIO TINTO

CENTRICA

0,774

3,12

0,02

3.205.360

CGNU

3,957

-1,32

-0,05

756.480

4,310

-0,70

-0,03

154.792

43,540

-1,62

-0,72

195.984

ROLLS ROYCE

8,174

-1,48

-0,12

137.438

ROYAL & SUN

5,358

0,13

0,01

60.220

2,070

-0,86

-0,02

847.511

1,762

-0,68

-0,01

38.301

ROYAL BANK OF SCOTLAND

CRH

28,085

-1,00

-0,29

72.358

ROYAL DUTCH SHELL B SHRS 23,409

2,69

0,61

691.479

CRODA INTERN

48,460

-0,86

-0,42

13.728

ROYAL DUTCH SHELL CL.A NLD 23,435

2,19

0,50

1.708.950

DCC ORD IEP0

71,160

-0,13

-0,09

7.390

SAGE GROUP

6,598

-0,79

-0,05

81.449

DELLING GRP

2,974

-1,49

-0,05

252.873

SAINSBURY

2,213

-0,07

-0,00

337.875

DIAGEO

32,489

-0,96

-0,32

424.231

SCHRODERS

31,390

-0,50

-0,16

42.190

EASYJET

10,365

-1,75

-0,19

236.449

SCOT.& STH

11,800

-0,42

-0,05

219.373

EXPERIAN GROUP LTD

24,353

-0,53

-0,13

156.487

SEVERN TRENT

20,390

-0,24

-0,05

30.571

26,305

-1,03

-0,27

10.421

7,346

0,65

0,05

247.574

SKILLSGROUP

GLAXO WELLCO

16,272

-0,78

-0,13

291.584

SLOUGH EST.

7,692

-1,23

-0,10

127.079

GLENCORE INTL

2,576

-0,75

-0,02

2.111.954

SMITH & NEP.

18,810

0,87

0,16

126.801

GROUP 4 SECU

1,989

-0,50

-0,01

230.427

SMITHS INDU.

16,795

-0,74

-0,12

37.902

HAMMERSON

2,706

1,41

0,04

653.422

ST JAMES S P

9,921

-1,14

-0,11

147.795

FRESNILLO

HARGREAVES LANSDOWN HSBC IMPERIAL TOBACCO

20,060

-2,00

-0,41

26.911

STAN.CHART

6,876

0,87

0,06

404.742

6,220

-1,32

-0,08

2.181.965

STANDARD LIFE

2,718

-1,77

-0,05

509.967

21,580

-0,45

-0,10

34.520

TAYLOR WOOD.

1,625

-1,10

-0,02

685.166

2,390

-0,05

-0,00

554.809

INFORMA GROU

8,354

-0,57

-0,05

98.201

TESCO

INTERCON.HOT

50,180

-0,14

-0,07

15.646

TUI

INTERTEK GROUP

53,380

-0,78

-0,42

9.797

INTL CONSOLIDATED AIRS GRP 4,458

-2,51

-0,11

1.421.427

ITV

1,235

-2,05

-0,03

466.532

8,671

-2,03

-0,18

162.632

48,808

-0,75

-0,37

143.844

UN.UTILITIES

7,818

-0,37

-0,03

102.596

VODAFONE GRP

1,602

-0,71

-0,01

1.875.066

UNILEVER

31,710

-1,98

-0,64

19.707

WHITBREAD

44,723

-0,31

-0,14

16.029

KINGFISHER

2,051

-0,77

-0,02

471.925

WPP GROUP

10,221

-1,53

-0,16

77.086

LAND SECURIT

8,296

2,08

0,17

91.824

3I GROUP

10,985

-1,21

-0,13

23.532

JOHNSON MATT

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8,735

0,14

5,224

CONVATEC GROUP

1.12492

61,060

18,369

BP BRITISH FOODS

0.8888

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COMPANY AMERICAN EXPRESS APPLE BOEING CATERPILLAR CHEVRON TEXACO CISCO SYSTEMS COCA-COLA EXXON MOBIL GOLDMAN SACH HOME DEPOT IBM INTEL JOHNSON & JOHNSON JP MORGAN CHASE MCDONALDS MERCK MICROSOFT NIKE PFIZER PROCTER & GAMBLE ST. PAUL TRV UNITED TECHNOLOGIES UNITEDHEALTH VERIZON VISA CLASS A WALGREENS BOOTS WAL-MART WALT DISNEY 3M

PRICE 119,200 218,750 379,760 133,780 121,500 50,030 54,260 72,640 219,900 233,980 143,670 52,540 130,780 120,230 209,810 82,610 137,320 87,320 36,910 122,120 146,310 138,060 233,610 59,960 177,270 55,990 117,430 138,020 171,440

CHANGE% CHANGE 0,15 0,18 -1,94 -4,34 1,10 4,13 1,54 2,03 0,07 0,08 0,20 0,10 -1,54 -0,85 0,92 0,66 0,53 1,16 0,08 0,18 0,03 0,05 -0,89 -0,47 0,27 0,35 1,97 2,32 -1,10 -2,34 -0,84 -0,70 -0,15 -0,20 -0,40 -0,35 -0,99 -0,37 -0,53 -0,65 -1,34 -1,99 0,44 0,60 1,53 3,51 -0,78 -0,47 -0,40 -0,71 0,77 0,43 0,44 0,51 0,38 0,52 0,50 0,86

VOLUME(M) 1.029.351 10.244.895 563.689 914.311 1.519.822 4.100.779 4.111.652 2.604.315 666.983 1.076.470 646.094 5.351.921 1.574.916 3.580.191 1.179.986 2.607.111 8.114.655 1.743.944 6.615.500 1.788.604 524.322 656.311 1.011.043 2.636.007 1.663.482 1.510.547 972.942 1.572.000 549.210

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PRICE

CHANGE NET / %

Most Advanced Digirad Corporation Atara Biotherapeutics, Inc. Halozyme Therapeutics, Inc. GreenSky, Inc. Ryanair Holdings plc

$5.60

14.29%

$17

9.11%

$17.28

4.79%

$7.46

4.78%

$63.91

4.77%

DBV Technologies S.A.

$10

4.28%

Endo International plc

$4.09

3.41%

ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc.

$40.33

3.06%

Moneygram International, Inc.

$6.06

3.06%

Reebonz Holding Limited

$2.25

2.74%

Ardelyx, Inc.

$5.78

-7.89%

RF Industries, Ltd.

$8.30

-5.17%

Qutoutiao Inc.

$4.19

-3.9%

Most Declined

Intra-Cellular Therapies Inc.

$10.24

-2.1%

$2.37

-2.07%

Enphase Energy, Inc.

$21.79

-1.85%

T2 Biosystems, Inc.

$2.96

-1.66%

Grifols, S.A.

$20.40

-1.54%

Apple Inc.

$219.71

-1.51%

NVIDIA Corporation

$181.52

-1.49%

Lexicon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

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Nuclear fall out

By Dilip Kuner

ENRESA, the stateowned company in charge of scrapping Spain’s remaining nuclear power stations does not have enough money. Now the government must decide whether the extra bill is paid only by the electricity companies or al­ so by the user. Endesa, Iberdrola, Natur­ gy and EDP, the companies that own the plants will have to face an extra bill of just over €4 billion for the power stations’ scrapping. In addition, users should al­ so contribute, via their electricity bills, an addition­ al billion. This is according to the latest report of Enresa, pub­ lished just a few days ago, which sets the cost of the complete dismantling of nu­

POWER: The nuclear plant at Cofrentes.

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BUSINESS EXTRA

Cash injection by Iberdrola SPANISH electricity company Iberdola is using cash from the 40 per cent sale of its East Anglia wind farm to increase the capital of subsidiary Scottish Power by £1.36 billion (€1.523 billion) to safeguard it against Brexit.

Loans ruling clear power plants at an in­ flation adjusted total of €14.113 billion in a process that will last until 2070. In addition to scrapping, other costs would have to be borne. Above all, the treatment of waste. In to­ tal, the bill for the entire nuclear blackout and waste management would amount to an inflation ad­ justed €15.449 billion. At the moment the de­ commissioning fund is around €5 billion short of what is needed.

Bankia trial extended A TRIAL investigating alleged irregularities in Bankia’s initial share offering (IPO) in July 2011 has been extended for another week. It is now scheduled to end on Wednesday, September 25, more than 10 months after oral evidence started to be heard. The Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office began its final presentation on September 2. It raised from four to 15 the total number of people for whom it is asking for a conviction by including the crime of false accounting, which it added to

previous charges of swindling investors. Now investors’ group 15MPaRato is asking for the conviction of 21 individuals, while consumers’ group Adicae has maintained its accusation against 34 people. Ignacio Ayala, the lawyer of former Bankia president Rodrigo Rato, has blamed the Bankia case on an “unlucky accident,” saying “everything was done with the best intention.” In 2016 the Supreme Court ordered Bankia to repay small investors as the IPO was misleading.

THE Supreme Court has ruled that people cannot be evicted from their homes until they have a debt equivalent to 12 months payments or 3 per cent of the capital loaned in a case about unfair mortgage terms.

Block bond BANCO SANTANDER is issuing a $20 million (€18 million) bond using ‘blockchain’ technology, with financial director José García Cantera, saying the technology will be faster and make the bond more transparent for its clients.

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LEAPY LEE SAYS IT OTHERS THINK IT ONE thing I have learned over the years is that you should always be prepared to admit being in the wrong. Seeing an antagonist’s aggressive expression change when you quickly accept the blame can be quite rewarding. Often they can think of nothing to say at all and their whole confrontational attitude crumbles into an embarrassed mumble. Well, today I can quite happily admit to be­ ing in the wrong. I did set out this week to pour scorn on the latest snowflake scheme to introduce programmes which would ad­ dress the transgender needs of animals! Under ‘you couldn’t make it up’ I was preparing to cite two women, who recently appeared on television advocating plans to respect and assist transgender penguins and sexually confused dogs! Before I began the piece I decided to do a little research. To my surprise, I subsequently discov­ ered that this whole scenario has in fact been studied in some depth and there are actually quite a number of species who have shown examples of transgender and homo­ sexual leanings. No,it’s not only your friend­ ly local rabbit or randy little pooch, prepared

FEATURE

Diverse planet

TRANSGENDER PENGUINS: A reflection of our diverse planet? to hump just about anything that stays still long enough ­ but a whole selection of the animal king­ dom on this diverse planet of ours. One which I found most endearing was a magnificent beast called Mmamoriri. Sporting an impressive mane, Mmamoriri is a Lion/ess living with a pride in the Okavango Delta Botswana. Looking for all the world like a

large male, the animal actually has the sex or­ gans of a female. She is a beautiful specimen and appears to live in complete harmony with the rest of the group. She is in fact an asset, as the more males appear in a pride the larg­ er the territory they can control. So, although I admit to being on com­ pletely the wrong track in this instance, I still rather fail to see why animals in these cir­

cumstances need any ‘help.’They actually seem to be coping perfectly well on their own. Perhaps it’s the complete acceptance of those around them. Something to be learned there perhaps? Not sure I’d want to get close enough to Mmamoriri to offer any counselling anyway. Oh and by the way, she actually has a deep­ er roar than the all other pride males. Very butch dear! Totally enjoyed my ‘live’ appearance on the EWN Facebook page this week. Sorry for the slight technical difficulties. Mind you it was Friday 13 and Mallorca was in the throes of an approaching tornado. (Leapy’s law!) Perhaps if there is a next time it will be a little more trouble free. Thanks to all of you who entered into the ‘spirit.’ And once more many thanks to this great paper for its indomitable dedication to the freedom of speech. Many happy returns to my beautiful daughter Melanie. On my way to the fancy dress birthday bash in my usual ‘drag’! Homophobic ­ Moi? Keep the faith. Love Leapy leapylee2002@gmail.com

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NICK HORNE’S Rich Pick Freelance correspondent, London, England ONE million euros a week looks a lot like this, but do add on expenses. Fuel, food and beverages, plus of course tips. Built as a family yacht for pleasure but with an eye to the charter mar­ ket where the Superyacht SOLANGE commands a fee that starts at €1 mil­ lion per week. At 85.1 metres length overall and a beam of 13.8 metres the yacht has extraordinary volume. Interior designer Aileen Rodriquez remarked when the yacht was deliv­ ered: “The unique mix of rare and striking materials gives the yacht its ultimate look and luxurious style.” The main entrance is dominated by the Tree of Life, a glass sculpture rising some 16 metres from the tank deck to the bridge deck, though the staircase winding round the lighted glass column where more than 1,200 points of light suggest tropical rain and coloured glass flowers bloom. The staircase is itself contained within walls panelled in antiqued Venetian mirror and edge lit hand carved art glass. Nearby an elevator

FEATURE

One million euros a week

MY SOLANDGE at sundown. clad in leather panels which itself provides access to all decks and may carry as many as nine guests at once. Aft of the main paved wood foyer is the main salon. Which unlike many superyachts of this size is undivided but rather one vast open space with the main dining table set in the cen­ tre and may accommodate up to 12 guests. Set above the table are three Schonbek chandeliers with large crystals of amethyst and rose quartz. Forward from the dining table there is a comfortable seating area with a fireplace as well as a hidden television. Looking aft towards the stern is another seating area and the bar, beyond open deck space and a

SUPERYACHT: The six-metre pool, also has two jacuzzis and a cinema. stairway to the yacht’s ‘beach’ and the many superyacht ‘toys’ stowed in the ‘garage’ behind the beach. Toys and entertainments; a cine­ ma is almost expected on a supery­ acht and so yes it’s no surprise to find one. However, the cinema is re­ ally luxurious, so is the fabulous day head conveniently close to it. Spread across the six vast decks there is also

a removable sundeck dance floor with a console for a DJ and disco, lights and all. A hot tub or jacuzzi is also expected and SOLANDGE has two hot tubs and, to top it all, a six­ metre pool on the bridge deck aft equipped with a jet stream to swim against. Besides which is a chro­ matherapy spa with hammam and massage room.

There is a galley tasked to create culinary delights, there are numerous deck spaces close by and open to the sea, which bring guests into more inti­ mate contact with the elements. SOLANDGE sleeps 12 guests in seven staterooms including a master deck featuring 180 degree windows and private deck with a spa pool. While each of the cabins has its own unique colour scheme the deco­ ration of each room reflects the opu­ lence found throughout SOLANDGE. Handmade Italian furniture and highly intricate stonework, mother of pearl inlays ensures that everyone on board is able to sleep in absolute luxury. Waking or sleeping, at rest or at play, 29 crew ensure that every care is taken of up to 12 guests whether at sea, in shore at anchor or calling at marinas around the Mediterranean. Charter SOLANDGE from only one million euros for each fabulous week. Alternatively travel to the prin­ cipality of Monaco next week [Sep­ tember 25 to 28 ] for the Monaco Yacht Show and compare several su­ peryachts. Nick Horne, London, England.

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FRIDAY - 20 SEPTEMBER

11:00am Homes Under the Hammer 12:00pm Defenders UK 12:45pm Close Calls: On Camera 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News at One; Weather 2:30pm BBC London News; Weather 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm Impossible 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Garden Rescue 5:30pm Antiques Road Trip 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six; Weather 7:30pm BBC London News; Weather 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm EastEnders 9:00pm Watchdog 10:00pm The Cameron Years 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:25pm Regional News and Weather 11:30pmWeather 11:35pm Question Time 12:35am Brexitcast Weather for the Week Ahead

7:30am Antiques Road Trip 8:15am Garden Rescue 9:00am Antiques Roadshow 10:00am BBC News at 9 11:00am Victoria Derbyshire 12:00pm BBC Newsroom Live 1:15pm Politics Live 2:00pm Hardball 2:45pm Home Away From Home 3:30pm Heir Hunters 4:15pm Digging for Britain 5:15pm Who Do You Think You Are? 6:15pm Flog It! 7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Sam & Shauna's Big Cook Out 8:00pm MOTDx 8:30pm The Repair Shop 9:00pm Hairy Bikers: Route 66 10:00pm1944: Should We Bomb Auschwitz? 11:00pm The Mash Report 11:30pm Newsnight 12:10am Weather 12:15am Interior Design Masters 1:15am Who Do You Think You Are?

8:00pm Beyond 100 Days BBC News teams in Washington DC and London report on the events that are shaping the world. 8:30pm Top of the Pops: 1988 9:00pm Maps: Power, Plunder and Possession 10:00pm Hyundai Mercury Prize 2019 Live: Album of the Year 11:15pm Horizon 12:15am Land of the Lost Wolves 1:15am Top of the Pops: 1988 1:45am Folk America at the Barbican 2:00am Peaky Blinders 3:00am Peaky Blinders 4:00am Peaky Blinders

8:20am King of Queens 8:45am King of Queens 9:10am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:40am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:10am Frasier 10:40am Frasier 11:10am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 12:05pmUndercover Boss USA 1:00pm Channel 4 News 1:05pm Couples Come Dine with Me 2:05pm Find it, Fix it, Flog it 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm A Place in the Sun 5:00pm The Great Hotel Escape 6:00pm Four in a Bed 6:30pm Cooking Up a Fortune 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 9:00pm The Dog House 10:00pm First Dates Hotel 11:00pmGary Usher 12:00am 8 Out of 10 Cats 12:55am World Chase Tag: 2019 World Championships

8:20am King of Queens 8:45am King of Queens 9:10am Everybody Loves Raymond 9:40am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:10am Frasier 10:40am Frasier 11:10am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 12:05pmUndercover Boss USA 1:00pm Channel 4 News 1:05pm Couples Come Dine with Me 2:05pm Find it, Fix it, Flog it 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm A Place in the Sun 5:00pm The Great Hotel Escape 6:00pm Four in a Bed 6:30pm Cooking Up a Fortune 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 9:00pm The Dog House 10:00pm First Dates Hotel 11:00pmGary Usher

1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News at One; Weather 2:30pm BBC London News; Weather 2:45pm Doctors 3:15pm Impossible 4:00pm Escape to the Country 4:45pm Garden Rescue 5:30pm Antiques Road Trip 6:15pm Pointless 7:00pm BBC News at Six; Weather 7:30pm BBC London News; Weather 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm Garden Rescue 9:00pm A Question of Sport 9:30pm EastEnders 10:00pmCelebrity MasterChef 10:30pmScarborough 11:00pmBBC News at Ten 11:25pmRegional News and Weather 11:30pmWeather 11:35pmRoom 101 Extra Storage 12:15am New Tricks

9:30am Lorraine 10:25am Judge Rinder 11:30am This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV Lunchtime News 2:55pm ITV News London 3:00pm Dickinson's Real Deal 4:00pm Tenable 4:59pm ITV London Weather 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm ITV News London 7:30pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Tonight 9:00pm Emmerdale 9:30pm Paul O'Grady's Little Heroes 10:00pm Billy Connolly's Great American Trail 11:00pmITV News at Ten and Weather 11:30pmITV News London 11:45pm When Piers Met... 12:45am Sanditon 1:35am Ideal World

7:20am Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 7:45am You've Been Framed! 8:10am Dinner Date 9:00am Emmerdale 9:30am Coronation Street 10:00am Coronation Street 10:25am The Ellen DeGeneres Show 11:25am Superstore 11:50am Superstore 12:15pm Dress to Impress 1:15pm Emmerdale 1:45pm Coronation Street 2:15pm Coronation Street 2:50pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show 3:45pm Supermarket Sweep 4:50pm Dinner Date 5:50pm Dress to Impress 6:50pm Take Me Out 8:00pm You've Been Framed! 9:00pm Supermarket Sweep 10:00pm Singletown 11:00pm Family Guy 11:30pm Family Guy 12:05am Family Guy

7:00am 7:25am 7:55am 8:55am

7:00am Only When I Laugh 7:25am The Saint 8:15am Kojak 9:10am Quincy, M.E. 10:15am Minder 11:20am The Sweeney 12:25pmThe Professionals 1:25pm The Saint 2:30pm Kojak 3:35pm Quincy, M.E. 4:40pm Minder 5:45pm The Professionals 6:50pm The Sweeney 8:00pm The Chase 9:00pm Goodwood Revival 10:00pm Heartbreak Ridge 11:00pm FYI Daily 11:05pm Heartbreak Ridge 12:40am Lethal Weapon 1:40am The Sweeney 2:40am Minder 3:35am ITV4 Nightscreen Text-based information service. 4:00am Teleshopping Buying goods from the comfort of home.

6:00am Sky Sports News 7:00am Good Morning Sports Fans Bitesize 7:30am Good Morning Sports Fans Bitesize 8:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 9:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 9:30am Live Mitre 10 Cup Rugby Union 11:25am Rugby Greatest Games 11:30am Live European Tour Golf 7:00pm Sky Sports News at 6 8:00pm Live Betfred Super League 11:00pm The Debate 12:00am Sky Sports News 1:00am Sky Sports News 1:30am Live NFL Jacksonville Jaguars v Tennessee Titans (Kick-off 1.20am).

7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am Judge Rinder 11:25am Rugby World Cup 2019 Live 12:30pm Rugby World Cup 2019 Live 3:00pm ITV Lunchtime News 3:20pm ITV News London 3:30pm James Martin's French Adventure 4:00pm Tenable 4:59pm ITV London Weather 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm ITV News London 7:30pm ITV Evening News 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:30pm Lewis 10:30pm Lethal Weapon 11:25pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:55pm ITV News London 12:10am The Jonathan Ross Show

Coronation Street Coronation Street Heartbeat Murder, She Wrote 9:50am On the Buses 10:20am On the Buses 10:50am Rising Damp 11:20am The Darling Buds of May 12:30pm Agatha Christie's Poirot 1:40pm Heartbeat 2:45pm Emmerdale 3:15pm Emmerdale 3:50pm Coronation Street 4:20pm Coronation Street 4:55pm Midsomer Murders 6:55pm Heartbeat 8:00pm Murder, She Wrote 9:00pm Vera 11:00pmLaw & Order: UK 12:00am Law & Order: UK 1:00am Inspector Morse 3:10am ITV3 Nightscreen Text-based information service. 3:30am Teleshopping Buying goods from the comfort of home.

TV LISTING

7:30am Antiques Road Trip 8:15am Garden Rescue 9:00am Gardeners' World 9:30am Time to Eat with Nadiya 10:00am BBC News at 9 11:00am Victoria Derbyshire 12:00pm BBC Newsroom Live 1:15pm Politics Live 2:00pm Hardball 2:45pm Home Away From Home 3:30pm Heir Hunters 4:15pm Digging for Britain 5:15pm Who Do You Think You Are? 6:15pm Flog It! 7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Sam & Shauna's Big Cook Out 8:00pm The Repair Shop 8:30pm Mastermind 9:00pm Gardeners' World 10:00pm Inside the Vatican 11:00pm QI 11:30pm Newsnight 12:00am Weather 12:05am Front Row Late 12:45am The Lunchbox

8:00pm World News Today 8:30pm Top of the Pops: 1988 9:00pm A Musical History 10:00pm Fleetwood Mac's Songbird: Christine McVie 11:30pm Fleetwood Mac: Don't Stop 12:30am Totally British: 70s Rock 'n' Roll 1:30am Top of the Pops: 1988 2:00am Peaky Blinders Arthur leads the Peaky Blinders in their plot to take over London's Eden Club, and an angry Sabini manages to convince Alfie to put their feud to one side and help him destroy the gang. 3:00am Peaky Blinders 4:00am Peaky Blinders

9:10am Everybody Loves Raymond 10:10am Frasier 10:40am Frasier 11:10am Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares USA 12:05pm Undercover Boss USA 1:00pm Channel 4 News 1:05pm Couples Come Dine with Me 2:05pm Find it, Fix it, Flog it 3:10pm Countdown 4:00pm A Place in the Sun: Winter Sun 5:00pm The Great Hotel Escape 6:00pm Four in a Bed 6:30pm Cooking Up a Fortune 7:00pm The Simpsons 7:30pm Hollyoaks 8:00pm Channel 4 News 9:00pm The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice 10:00pm Gogglebox 11:00pm The Rob Rinder Verdict 12:05am Naked Attraction

9:40am Little Princess 9:55am Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom 10:10am Sunny Bunnies 10:15am Jeremy Vine 12:15pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors 1:10pm 5 News Lunchtime 1:15pm GPs: Behind Closed Doors 2:10pm Access 2:15pm Home and Away 2:45pm Neighbours 3:15pm Early Release 5:00pm Friends 5:30pm Friends 6:00pm 5 News at 5 6:30pm Neighbours 7:00pm Home and Away 7:30pm 5 News Tonight 8:00pm Trucking Hell 9:00pm The Great Model Railway Challenge 10:15pm Secrets of the Royal Flight 11:15pm Celebrity 5 Go Motorhoming Unpacked 12:15am The Real Patrick Swayze: In His Own Words

8:10am 9:00am 9:30am 10:00am

7:00am 7:25am 7:55am 8:55am

7:00am Only When I Laugh 7:25am The Saint 8:15am Kojak 9:10am Quincy, M.E. 10:10am Minder 11:15am The Sweeney 12:20pm The Professionals 1:30pm The Saint 2:35pm Kojak 3:40pm Quincy, M.E. 4:40pm Minder 5:50pm The Professionals 6:55pm The Sweeney 8:00pm Rugby World Cup 2019 Highlights 8:25pm The Car Years 9:00pm Goodwood Revival 10:00pm Last Man Standing 11:00pm FYI Daily 11:05pm Last Man Standing 12:05am Total Recall 1:05am FYI Daily 1:10am Total Recall 2:25am The Contender 3:30am World of Sport: TV Firsts 3:45am ITV4 Nightscreen 4:00am Teleshopping

7:00am Good Morning Sports Fans Bitesize 7:30am Good Morning Sports Fans Bitesize 8:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 9:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 10:00am My Icon 10:15am Live Formula 1 12:20pm Live European Tour Golf 2:15pm Live Formula 1 4:20pm Live European Tour Golf 7:00pm Sky Sports News 8:00pm Live FNF 11:30pm Sky Sports News at Ten 12:00am Sky Sports News 1:00am Sky Sports News 1:30am Live Caribbean Premier League T20 5:30am Ashes Greats 5:40am Ashes Greats 5:50am Ashes Greats

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3:45pm 4:50pm 5:50pm 6:50pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:05pm 11:35pm 12:05am

Dinner Date Emmerdale Emmerdale You've Been Framed! The Ellen DeGeneres Show Superstore Superstore Dress to Impress Emmerdale Emmerdale You've Been Framed! The Ellen DeGeneres Show Supermarket Sweep Dinner Date Dress to Impress Take Me Out You've Been Framed! Supermarket Sweep Singletown Family Guy Family Guy Family Guy

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

Coronation Street Coronation Street Heartbeat Murder, She Wrote On the Buses On the Buses Rising Damp The Darling Buds of May Agatha Christie's Poirot Heartbeat Emmerdale Emmerdale Coronation Street Coronation Street Midsomer Murders Heartbeat Murder, She Wrote Home Fires Home Fires Foyle's War Joe Maddison's War Agatha Christie's Marple Great Estates of Scotland On the Buses

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SUNDAY - 22 SEPTEMBER

7:00am Breakfast 11:00am Saturday Kitchen Live 12:30pmMary Berry Quick Cooking 1:00pm Football Focus 2:00pm BBC News 2:10pm Weather 2:15pm The Super League Show 3:15pm Bargain Hunt 4:15pm Money for Nothing 5:00pm Final Score 6:20pm Celebrity Mastermind 6:50pm BBC News 7:00pm BBC London News; Weather 7:05pm Weather 7:10pm Pointless 8:00pm Strictly Come Dancing 10:20pmCasualty 11:10pmBBC News 11:25pmWeather 11:30pmMatch of the Day 12:50am The Rap Game UK 1:50am The NFL Show 2:20am Weather for the Week Ahead

9:00am Blue Peter 9:30am Curious Creatures 10:00am Super Senses: The Secret Power of Animals 11:00am Robot Wars 12:00pm Homes Under the Hammer 1:00pm Hairy Bikers: Route 66 2:00pm My Life on a Plate 2:45pm Talking Pictures 3:30pm Death Defying Acts 5:00pm The Best of British Takeaways 6:00pm James May's Cars of the People 7:00pm Golf: PGA Championship 8:00pm Dad's Army 8:30pm Pubs, Ponds and Power: The Story of the Village 9:00pm Rise of the Nazis 10:00pm QI XL 10:45pm Nomad: In the Footsteps of Bruce Chatwin 12:15am The Talented Mr. Ripley

8:00pm Britain's Secret Seas Paul Rose, Tooni Mahto and Frank Pope conduct an exploration of marine life in the North Sea, and how it has been affected by the construction of a wind farm off the Norfolk coast. 9:00pm Life in the Air 10:00pmDarkness: Those Who Kill 10:40pmDarkness: Those Who Kill 11:25pmDetectorists 11:55pmDetectorists 12:25am Detectorists 12:55am Top of the Pops: 1988 1:30am Top of the Pops: 1988 2:00am Peaky Blinders 2:55am Peaky Blinders 3:55am Peaky Blinders

6:05am Gok's Fill Your House for Free 7:00am King of Queens 7:25am King of Queens 7:45am Frasier 8:10am Frasier 8:35am The Big Bang Theory 8:55am The Big Bang Theory 9:20am The Simpsons 9:50am The Simpsons 10:20am The Simpsons 10:50am The Simpsons 11:20am World Chase Tag: 2019 World Championships 12:20pm Four in a Bed 12:55pm Four in a Bed 1:25pm Four in a Bed 1:55pm Four in a Bed 2:25pm Four in a Bed 2:55pm The Secret Life of the Zoo 3:55pm The Dog House 5:00pm A Place in the Sun: Summer Sun 6:00pm Grand Designs 7:00pm Channel 4 News 7:30pm Formula 1 9:00pm Britain at Low Tide 10:00pm The Great Wall 11:55pm Die Hard 2

11:00am Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 11:15am Friends 11:45am Friends 12:20pm Friends 12:50pm Friends 1:20pm Friends 1:50pm Rich House, Poor House 2:50pm Rich House, Poor House 3:50pm Rich House, Poor House 4:50pm Bargain Loving Brits in the Sun 5:50pm Bargain Loving Brits in the Sun 6:45pm Bargain Loving Brits in the Sun 7:35pm 5 News Weekend 7:40pm Inside Hotel Chocolat 9:20pm The Wonderful World of Chocolate 10:20pm Royal Scandals 11:50pm Britain's Favourite Royal 1:15am When... Goes Horribly Wrong

11:30am Sunday Morning Live 12:30pmWanted Down Under Revisited 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm BBC News 2:10pm Weather for the Week Ahead 2:15pm Songs of Praise 2:50pm Points of View 3:05pm Lifeline 3:15pm Homes Under the Hammer 4:15pm Escape to the Country 5:15pm Garden Rescue 6:00pm Money for Nothing 6:45pm Pointless 7:35pm BBC News 7:50pm BBC London News; Weather 7:55pm Weather 8:00pm Countryfile 9:00pm Antiques Roadshow 10:00pmPeaky Blinders 11:05pmBBC News 11:25pmBBC London News; Weather 11:30pmWeather 11:35pmMatch of the Day 2 12:50am A Question of Sport 1:20am Dream House

6:35am The NFL Show 7:05am Life in a Cottage Garden with Carol Klein 7:35am A to Z of TV Gardening 8:20am Gardeners' World 9:20am Countryfile 10:15am Saturday Kitchen Best Bites 11:45am The Lady Vanishes 1:20pm Talking Pictures 2:00pm Live Cycling 5:00pm Animals in Love 6:00pm Saving Lives at Sea 7:00pm Golf: PGA Championship 8:00pm Horizon 9:00pm Dragons' Den 10:00pm Stacey Dooley Investigates 10:50pm State of the Union 11:05pm State of the Union 11:15pm The Mash Report 11:45pm Love in the Countryside 12:45am The Big Hospital Experiment 1:45am Question Time 2:45am Holby City 3:45am This is BBC Two

8:00pm The Last Night of the Proms From Around the UK 9:30pm What Do Artists Do All Day? 10:00pm Arena Documentary that exposes a darker, less well-known side of film director Ingmar Bergman. 11:55pm The Seventh Seal A disillusioned knight returns home from the Crusades to find his home ravaged by the Black Death. 1:35am Secret Knowledge 2:05am Peaky Blinders 3:00am Peaky Blinders 4:00am Peaky Blinders

6:15am Rugby World Cup 2019 Live 7:00am Rugby World Cup 2019 Live 8:45am Rugby World Cup 2019 Live 11:15am Rugby World Cup 2019 Live 2:00pm ITV News and Weather 2:14pm ITV London Weather 2:15pm The Witches 4:00pm Tenable 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm You've Been Framed! 7:00pm ITV News and Weather 7:20pm ITV News London 7:30pm Catchphrase 8:30pm The Chase Celebrity Special 9:30pm Britain's Got Talent: The Champions 11:30pmThe Jonathan Ross Show 12:35am ITV News and Weather 12:49am ITV London Weather

7:00am You've Been Framed! 7:25am Emmerdale 10:15am Coronation Street 1:15pm Ninja Warrior UK 2:10pm Catchphrase 3:10pm You've Been Framed! 4:10pm You've Been Framed! 4:40pm Space Jam 5:40pm FYI Daily 5:45pm Space Jam 6:25pm The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers 7:25pm FYI Daily 7:30pm The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers 10:00pm Spectre 11:00pm FYI Daily 11:05pm Spectre 12:55am Family Guy 1:25am Family Guy 1:55am American Dad! 2:25am American Dad! 2:50am The Cleveland Show

6:30am ITV3 Nightscreen 7:00am On the Buses 7:25am The Darling Buds of May 8:25am The Darling Buds of May 9:35am The Darling Buds of May 10:45am Agatha Christie's Poirot 11:55am Midsomer Murders 1:55pm Midsomer Murders 3:55pm Midsomer Murders 5:55pm Foyle's War 8:00pm Midsomer Murders 10:00pm Endeavour 12:00am A Touch of Frost 2:10am Emmerdale 2:35am Emmerdale 3:00am Emmerdale 3:25am ITV3 Nightscreen 3:30am Teleshopping

7:00am World of Sport: Last Orders 7:05am The Protectors 7:30am The Professionals 8:25am The Big Fish Off 9:25am Monster Carp 10:30am ITV Racing: The Opening Show 11:30am British Touring Car Championship Highlights 1:00pm Goodwood Revival 1:55pm The Car Years 2:30pm ITV Racing Live 5:15pm Escape to Victory 6:20pm FYI Daily 6:25pm Escape to Victory 7:30pm Banks of England 8:00pm Rugby World Cup 2019 Highlights 9:00pm Mr. Bean 9:35pm Mr. Bean 10:05pm Lethal Weapon 2 11:15pm FYI Daily 11:20pm Lethal Weapon 2 12:25am Ali 1:25am FYI Daily 1:30am Ali

7:00am Live Mitre 10 Cup Rugby Union 8:55am Rugby Greatest Games 9:00am Good Morning Sports Fans 9:30am Live Mitre 10 Cup Rugby Union 11:25am Rugby Greatest Games 11:30am My Icon 11:45am Live Formula 1 1:15pm Live EFL 4:00pm Gillette Soccer Saturday 6:00pm Live Premier League 9:00pm Live Vitality T20 Blast Cricket 11:00pm Live PGA Tour Golf 12:00am Sky Sports News 1:00am Sky Sports News 1:30am Live Caribbean Premier League T20 5:30am Sky Sports News

9:10am Rugby World Cup 2019 Live 11:45am Rugby World Cup 2019 Live 2:45pm ITV News and Weather 2:54pm ITV London Weather 2:55pm Paul O'grady's Little Heroes 3:25pm Britain's Got Talent: The Champions 5:25pm The Chase 6:25pm ITV News and Weather 6:45pm ITV News London 7:00pm Tipping Point: Lucky Stars 8:00pm 5 Gold Rings 9:00pm Who Wants to be a Millionaire? 10:00pmSanditon 11:00pmITV News and Weather 11:14pmITV London Weather 11:15pmBilly Connolly's Great American Trail 12:15am Rugby World Cup 2019 Highlights

7:00am Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 7:15am Emmerdale 9:55am Coronation Street 12:50pm Britain's Got Talent: The Champions 2:50pm In for a Penny 3:20pm You've Been Framed! 3:45pm Minion Madness 3:50pm Minion Madness 4:00pm Minion Madness 4:10pm Minions 5:10pm FYI Daily 5:15pm Minions 6:00pm Beauty and the Beast 6:35pm FYI Daily 6:40pm Beauty and the Beast 7:45pm The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King 8:50pm FYI Daily 8:55pm The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King 11:35pm Family Guy 12:05am Family Guy 12:35am American Dad!

7:00am On the Buses 7:25am The Royal 8:20am The Darling Buds of May 9:20am The Darling Buds of May 10:30am Heartbeat 11:35am Heartbeat 12:40pm Midsomer Murders 2:35pm Midsomer Murders 4:35pm Inspector Morse 6:50pm Agatha Christie's Marple 8:55pm Agatha Christie's Poirot 10:00pm Joanna Lumley's Japan 11:00pm The Halcyon 12:00am The Halcyon 1:05am Tutankhamun 2:05am The Mafia with Trevor McDonald 2:55am Emmerdale 3:20am Emmerdale 3:45am Emmerdale 4:10am Emmerdale 4:35am Emmerdale 5:05am Emmerdale 5:30am Emmerdale 5:55am On the Buses

7:20am 7:50am 8:15am 8:35am 9:00am 9:25am

Cheers Frasier Frasier The Simpsons The Simpsons World Para Swimming Championships Sunday Brunch The Simpsons The Simpsons The Great British Bake Off Extreme Cake Makers Volcano Channel 4 News Escape to the Chateau: DIY Formula 1 Treasure Island with Bear Grylls Tories at War Virtual Sex: Adventures in Futureland Unbroken The Great British Bake Off: An Extra Slice

11:00am Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 11:15am Make You Laugh Out Loud 11:40am Friends 12:10pm Friends 12:40pm Friends 1:10pm Friends 1:40pm Friends 2:15pm Costa Del Celebrity 3:10pm Costa Del Celebrity 4:10pm Costa Del Celebrity 5:10pm Costa Del Celebrity 6:05pm Make You Laugh Out Loud 7:05pm Aldi vs Lidl: Supermarket Wars 8:00pm McDonald's vs Burger King: Burger Wars 8:55pm 5 News Weekend 9:00pm The World's Most Expensive Cruise Ship 10:55pm Most Shocking Moments in Pop 2

7:00am Nijinsky's Triple Crown 7:05am Motorsport UK 7:55am British Touring Car Championship Highlights 9:10am Goodwood Revival 10:10am Brdc Formula 3 Highlights 11:15am The Motorbike Show 12:20pm River Monsters 12:50pm River Monsters 1:20pm The Big Fish Off 2:20pm Monster Carp 3:25pm Escape to Victory 4:25pm FYI Daily 4:30pm Escape to Victory 5:45pm Tobruk 6:45pm FYI Daily 6:50pm Tobruk 8:00pm Rugby World Cup 2019 Highlights 9:00pm Hornblower 11:10pm Death Wish 3 12:10am FYI Daily 12:15am Death Wish 3 1:00am Car Crash Global: Caught on Camera 2:00am Minder 3:05am The Sweeney

6:00am Sky Sports News 6:30am Live Mitre 10 Cup Rugby Union 7:00am Live Mitre 10 Cup Rugby Union 8:40am Rugby Greatest Games 8:45am My Icon 9:00am Total Goals 10:00am Total Goals 11:00am The Sunday Supplement 12:30pm Live Formula 1 1:30pm Live Formula 1 2:00pm Live Renault Super Sunday 5:00pm Live Renault Super Sunday 8:00pm Live NFL 10:05pm Live NFL 1:30am Live NBC's FNIA Coverage of Football Night in America, which looks ahead to the Cleveland Browns v Los Angeles Rams. 2:10am Live NFL

10:30am 1:30pm 2:00pm 2:30pm 3:50pm 4:25pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 8:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 12:00am

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TUESDAY - 24 SEPTEMBER

MONDAY - 23 SEPTEMBER 6:15pm Strictly: It Takes Two 7:00pm BBC News at Six; Weather 7:30pm BBC London News; Weather 8:00pm The One Show 8:30pm Inside Out London 9:00pm EastEnders 9:30pm Would I Lie to You? 10:00pm Celebrity MasterChef 11:00pm BBC News at Ten 11:25pm Regional News and Weather 11:30pm Weather 11:35pm This Country

3:30pm Golf: PGA Championship 5:30pm Heir Hunters 6:15pm Flog It! 7:00pm Eggheads 7:30pm Great British Railway Journeys 8:00pm Celebrity Antiques Road Trip 9:00pm Only Connect 9:30pm University Challenge 10:00pmArena 11:30pmNewsnight 12:10am Weather

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Across 1 Pungency in herb I tested (4) 3 Taking up commercial choice (8) 9 More relentless, making gangster nervous (7) 10 Clean defective weapon (5) 11 River in industrial heartland (5) 12 Steven organised these activities (6) 14 Got to know a Shakespeare play and the New Testament (6) 16 Interfere with Victoria Cross, say (6) 19 Worry seeing horse in Egyptian river (6) 21 Ancient city in Jordan, one favoured by artist (5) 24 Skirt obtained from Geneva designer (5) 25 Make plans for a railhead on the mountains (7) 26 Designing a dress, it is a catastrophe (8) 27 Some butterscotch for a Celt (4) Down 1 Is ballet set in prison? (8) 2 Start Tim Rice's exciting new dance style (5) 4 Sorted out an English county (6) 5 Pounding back up to the London School of Economics (5) 6 I’d get in somehow when fired (7) 7 The necessity for some fine education (4)

8 Craft unions’ concert (6) 13 Corrupt act ended in stir? (8) 15 Manila's new fauna (7) 17 Formerly just saucy, now a specialist (6) 18 Be round in time for discussion (6)

Code Breaker

20 Estimate gardener initially uses incorrectly (5) 22 Medicine that's too nice not to finish (5) 23 Left to finish loan (4)

Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 3 represents T and 6 represents J, so fill in T every time the figure 3 appears and J every time the figure 6 appears. Now, using your knowledge of the English language, work out which letters should go in the missing squares. As you discover the letters, fill in other squares with the same number in the main grid and the control grid.

Across 1 Talkative (6) 4 Slender double-reed instrument (4) 8 Soiled (5) 9 Blunder (5) 10 Small house or flat (10) 13 Self-love (10) 17 Brief and to the point (5) 18 Distinctive smell (5) 19 Boring (4) 20 Heavy and filling food (6)

English - Spanish

Across 1 Ajustado (5) 4 Hoso (para tejer) (7) 7 Tortoise (7) 8 Nutria (carnívoro) (5) 9 Evitar (5) 10 Pear trees (7) 11 Wait (6) 13 Galletas De Barquillo (6) 17 Apellido (7) 19 Nieblas (5) 21 Heather (5) 22 To direct (7) 23 Resultados (7) 24 Fregaderos (5)

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION FACING PAGE

Down 1 Set of rules, principles or laws (especially written ones) (4) 2 Main artery (5) 3/18 Experiment (3,3) 5 Cap with no brim or bill (5) 6 :Gained by labour (6) 7 Racket sport (6) 11 Eight-legged arachnid (6) 12 Joined together (6) 14 Of or relating to the countryside as opposed to the city (5) 15 Bladed weapon (5) 16 Push for something (4) 18 See 3

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

Down 1 Tattoo (7) 2 Fat (person) (5) 3 Truenos (7) 4 Sellos (Correos) (6) 5 Detail (7) 6 Condes (5) 8 Remo (3) 12 Paquetes (grandes) (7) 14 Admira (7) 15 Tailors (7) 16 Debts (6) 17 To know (facts) (5) 18 Garlic (3) 20 According to (5)

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AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19) Feel sympathy for those who lack the gift of insight. Their lack of understanding upsets you, but their horizons are narrow. This is a time of giving to yourself. Look forward to some time away or indulging in something that really relaxes you. Should you be searching for someone special, they may be closer than you know.

PISCES (February 20 - March 20) This is not a time to drift into things because the planets are urging you to take control and forge ahead. Let others know exactly what you want and expect from them. If you do not, others will make decisions for you that could prove less desirable.

ARIES (March 21 - April 20) Someone who appears to be putting themselves in the way of your progress could simply be trying to help. They may have a valid point to make but just not be good at expressing themselves. Be aware of this because there could be a link to your health and love life.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) With your mind sharp and energy high, you want to make fast progress and, indeed, you can. You are only too aware of the time that has been wasted waiting for others. Now, most of that may be dealt with. See how others react when you do not. Leaving others to their own devices works better than nagging. Your lack of interest could worry them.

GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) When you meet opposition try to use persuasion and logic to win the day. Failing that, you may decide that ‘enough is enough’ and forge ahead, anyway. In this positive mood you find yourself attractive to the opposite sex. That does not mean you have a right to be pushy. Just use your charm. Combining business with pleasure could lead to trouble, so try to keep these two areas separate.

CANCER (June 22 - July 23) There is a strong feeling of 'self' this week, and you realise that you have many things to be thankful for. These thoughts come after a period of uncertainty that saw a lack of progress. With this feeling of renewed inner

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strength, it is now possible to tackle a pet project.

LEO (July 24 - August 23) You know in your heart that you should take control of your future. This is a time to talk with others and consider their thoughts. At the end of the day, however, you are the one who has the final say. Socially, it is sometimes confusing to have more attention than you are used to.

VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) At times this week you will feel that a certain relationship is not developing along the right lines. Although it seems that your efforts are often in vain, this is a situation that requires thought and patience on your part. It is perhaps a good time to look to your business matters for a change of scene and to set your mind on a more constructive course.

LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) You should not feel responsible for the failings of others. Although you may think you could have done more in a certain situation, it is unlikely that any significant difference would have resulted. This is a busy time but also one in which a small persistent voice will be heard: the voice of logic and practicality. Listen to it.

SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) A long-term relationship has its wobbly moments this week, but all is not lost. Listen to your heart as it speaks louder than any other voice. You know what you need but that may conflict with what you feel you should want. In an ideal world, these two areas would be in harmony. Give a little happiness to others and your own heart will be lighter.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) Making firm decisions in your love life may prove difficult. Do not be rushed. This is far from a straightforward week and you need to remember how to relax. You are able to deal with what comes your way but it is upsetting to find that someone has been less than honest.

CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) Your sense of balance in the universe could be upset, but do not let this sour either your thoughts or your character. You are in the eye of the storm so take this time to think. A bit of care and attention is what you need and you know where to find it.

Nonagram

BONUS BALL

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION

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EL MILLON: VSS73635

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JOKER: 5 927 655 Saturday September 14

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Fill all the empty squares using the numbers 1 to 9, so that the sum of each horizontal block equals the ‘clue’ on its left, and the sum of each vertical block equals the clue on its top. No number may be used in the same block more than once.

Average: 5 Good: 7 Very good: 10

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION cere cert cred crud curd cure curl curt deer ecru leer lure reed reel retd rete rude rued rule tree true cered creed creel crude cruel cruet cured cuter deter elder erect eruct lucre lured ruled terce treed truce trued ulcer utter curdle curled cutler cutter dueler letter reduce rutted tercel tercet turtle clutter curette eructed lecture turtled uttered lectured CLUTTERED

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTIONS

QUICK Across: 1 Aphid, 4 Cupid, 7 Interpret, 8 Rush, 10 Comet, 13 Brief, 14 Stay, 17 Newspaper, 19 Elegy, 20 Dated.

Down: LA PRIMITIVA

TARGET:

Excellent: 13

Fill the grid so that every row, every column and every 3X3 box contains the digits 1-9. There’s no maths involved. You solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic.

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How many English words of four letters or more can you make from the nine letters in our Nonagram puzzle? Each letter may be used only once (unless the letter appears twice). Each word MUST CONTAIN THE CENTRE LETTER (in this case T) and there must be AT LEAST ONE NINE LETTER WORD. Plurals, vulgarities or proper nouns are not allowed.

Sudoku

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION

1 Aviary, 2/18 Hot pot, 3 Dark, 4 Carrot, 5 Patient, 6 Debt, 9 Syringe, 11 Leeway, 12 Hybrid, 15 Acre, 16 Sped.

CRYPTIC Across: 1 Reside, 4 Pass up, 9 Staff, 10 Student, 11 Released, 12 Pity, 14 Master, 16 Job lot, 19 Slog, 20 Malaysia, 23 Curious, 24 Slips, 25 Sanity, 26 Varlet.

Down: 1 Rostrum, 2 Shawl, 3 Deflated, 5 Abut, 6 Special, 7 Petty, 8 Esher, 13 Coral sea, 15 Sporran, 17 Transit, 18 Daisy, 19 Socks, 21 Spill, 22 Colt.

ENGLISH-SPANISH Down:

Across: 1 Eighty, 4 Moises, 9 Galleta, 10 Enemy, 11 Trees, 12 Trampas, 13 Grandmother, 18 Hairpin, 20 Later, 22 Skips, 23 Endeble, 24 Ligero, 25 Lonely.

1 Eighth, 2 Golpe, 3 Treason, 5 Oreja, 6 Siempre, 7 Shyest, 8 Saltamontes, 14 Raining, 15 Taladro, 16 Chisel, 17 Greedy, 19 Pesar, 21 Table.

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A WORD of warning to anybody who rings the 11840 number for information about trains. Don’t! I am planning to travel from Xativa (Valencia) to Alicante later this week but then the Gota Fria arrived, affecting trains in Murcia. Murcia comes into it because the train I usu­ ally take finishes there and so does the train I re­ turn on. After repeatedly being put on hold by Renfe’s 912 320 320helpline I decided to ring the 11840 number I found in Google and appeared to be an alternative Renfe helpline. I’ve no idea if it is, but it costs €3 a minute al­ though being in a hurry I thought it would be worth it. It wasn’t: I got through to an operator with a strong South American accent who had never heard of Xativa and when she finally got the message said as far as she could see all was well. Even I knew that was wrong and told her so. I tried the Renfe number again and this time waited and waited. And waited. It was worth it and cost me nothing be­ cause the operator told me the time of the only train to Alicante that evening. It took time, but at least it cost me nothing. Name and address supplied

Leapy like a car crash YOU are like a car crash; you know you should avoid looking at all the s*** and gore but you can’t do it. Please give it up. You are sounding like one of the loony, frothy­mouthed, swiv­ elled­eye Nazis. What makes me sick more than anything (and yes I have recently had a disagreement with a turd spouting Brexit) is those who hate the EU so much, but just love to sit drinking two­euro pints in the sun all day shouting about how great England is. Just do one please. Mike Tanner

More sure than ever I HAVE realised that the remainers have been right all along when they say I did not know all the true facts before voting to leave, and it’s true! We WERE lied to appar­ ently ­ so I decided to do a little research. I just voted to leave because I thought our sovereignty was being compromised by foreign unelected masters. That we were

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compelled to have unlimited uncontrolled im­ migration, our laws and export agreements dic­ tated by Brussels bureaucrats ­ and had to pay eye­watering amounts for the privilege. However... I did not know more than 10,000 EU officials get paid more than our Prime Minister. I did not know that, unlike the UK, 18 coun­ tries get more back from the EU than they put in. I did not know that the EU occupies over 45 buildings. I did not know that the EU Parliament spends €150 million a year moving to Strasbourg every month for four­day committee meetings. I did not know that the EU has had a huge luxury shopping centre built in Brussels for ex­ clusive use of EU employees. I did not know that the EU had been financ­ ing the mass movement of industries from the UK to mainland Europe. Apart from all that, everything’s fine and any­ thing Boris does to upset the silly and biased lit­ tle Speaker and other pant­wetters in Parlia­ ment gets my full backing! Kevin Griffin

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If this was in the UK, that poor lamb would be suing our police for aggressive arrest and reporting it to the police investigation team. Good to see ‘zero tol­ erance’ in action. Laurie Linacre

POOR old Spain. A long hot summer has just finished. With the sunny dry weather came a seemingly non-stop string of forest fires. As tens of thousands of hectares burned and thousands of people were evacuated, people affected could be forgiven for wishing for a touch of rain and cooler weather. What they got however, was much more than they would have wanted. The so-called ‘Gota Fria’ or ‘cold drop’ came rolling in across swathes of eastern Spain. Once more thousands of people had to be evacuated as rivers burst their banks, people were trapped on rooftops and some 300,000 hectares of citrus and other crops destroyed. While the fires that raged across Spain brought destruction, worry and distress, at least there was the sense that something could be done against them. The thousands of firefighters and military personnel mobilised had great success in protecting life and property with, in the end, relatively few people directly affected by the flames. But there was no escaping the Gota Fria - the worst in 140 years. Those same emergency services now had a different task. But what they could do was limited. They could help with the evacuations and with the clean-up afterwards, but there was precious little they could do to hold the waters back. Even then, there is little doubt that without their efforts there could have been significant loss of life. So thank you to the emergency services from all of us. Yet again, we owe you.

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Why not just wait for him to get tired or bored and come down rather than climbing on other vehicles and damaging them. He could hurt no­one but him­ self up there. The owner of both vans now have to try and get compensated for the damage and you can bet the police won’t be as keen to help with that. Softly,softly, catchy monkey! Tony Agombar

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A 41-year old woman dies in a car crash on the A-7 near Sotogrande This looks horrendous, so sorry for family and friends. I think people who run away from accidents should get tough sentences and banned for life. Maureen Frank

So now we can start having a general election every year because the losers don’t like losing. Michael Gallaher

They find driver that deserted the scene of acci­ dent? Should be easy, was UK­plated Range Rover? Someone must know who was ... hit and run. David George Mitchell

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Wean yourself off the addiction

MANY experts now believe sugar is just as deadly an addiction as drink and drugs, with many people consuming far too much. Whilst it may be easier to lay off the sweets and chocolate, nutritionists say it is the hidden sugar in foods that catch peo­ ple unaware such as in pre­made pasta sauces and baked beans. So what can you do to help wean your­ self off sugar? Try and keep your blood sugar balanced and avoid low blood sugar that will make you want to go and get something sweet for a quick fix, eat smaller amounts more regularly. Don’t go longer than three hours without eating, especially women, or your blood sugar levels will drop too low and your body will give you a craving for some­ thing sweet. Weaning yourself off sugar can be easi­ er for some than others. Some may prefer

to go cold turkey, others gradually reduce it. First, after removing from the house the obvious sources, such as chocolates and cakes, it is recommended to take out of your diet all the savoury foods that contain added sugar. Savoury foods such as sauces like Dolmio, which changed its packaging to show the sugar content, contain added sugar so look for healthier or home­made versions to remove this added sugar. Oth­ er foods deemed healthier such as yo­ ghurts and cereal bars can also contain high levels of sugar so check the labels. Next, stop adding sugar to your hot drinks and other foods such as cereal. Checking the package of your cereal will show you there is already sugar in it. Detoxing from sugar can be difficult and it is normal to struggle with headaches, cravings, tiredness, spots and an upset stomach, but after the initial first few days your body will start to recalibrate itself.

Cutting out sugar can repro­ gramme your taste buds and can improve your body, mind and mood, helping you to sleep better, have brighter and clearer sight and be less stressed.

HIDDEN SUGARS: How can you wean yourself off them?

Hormones: a hot topic THE health and wellness industry is becoming increasingly more tailored to individuals and their body’s specific needs. The latest frontier to be tackled in the quest to keep everything running as smoothly as possible is hor­ monal health. Not only do hormones impact your mood, they also affect your health and hav­ ing an imbalance can lead to all manner of conditions, such as exhaustion and fer­ tility issues. Hormones are produced by glands and are the chemical messengers that trigger activity in differ­ ent parts of the body to help keep cells and organs work­ ing properly. To find out whether your hormones are functioning properly, you can get tested to check if you have any de­ ficiencies. This can then tell you if you need to make any diet or lifestyle changes.

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Could veganism harm your hair? VEGANISM is gaining popularity across the globe, but several concer ns have been raised over whether it could have an impact on your hair health. While many vegans are well in­ formed about their diets, hairdressers have reported that their clients who have cut out animal products com­ pletely complain they have more brit­ tle hair and weaker hair growth. This could occur because vegans find it more difficult to consume a high amount of protein after they have cut out meat, fish and dairy products. Hair is made up of a chain of pro­ teins so having a deficiency will direct­ ly impact your hair. Therefore, it is important to supple­ ment your diet with alternative sources of protein, such as pulses, and speak to a nutritionist if you need more advice. If you have weak hair, you can pro­

CONCERNS: Could a vegan diet really weaken your hair? tect it against further damage by using treatments such as hair masks once a week, and avoiding colouring and heat styling as much as possible.

Use a protective spray on your hair when it’s wet before you brush it and try to find a shampoo that increases hair elasticity and protects cuticles.

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Snack Attack MORE than 50 per cent of Millennials (aged 23-40) have admitted to eating cereal as a snack at home, compared with just 32 per cent of Baby Boomers (aged 53-71), according to Mintel research. Experiencing a growth in popularity over re­ cent decades, cereal is no longer the boring, flavourless food it once was and nearly 75 per cent of cereal consumers agree that it makes a great snack. It became clear the trend had even caught on in Spain when the first ‘cereal cafe’ was opened in Madrid last year, offering over 170 varieties to choose from. Many cereals are packed with vitamins and minerals, and are low in calories so makes a bet­ ter option than many snacking products on su­ permarket shelves. Several types also boast a high amount of fibre so can even help with your digestion. A study published in the Journal of the Ameri­ can Dietetics Association found that those who snacked healthily often consumed a higher amount of fruits, vegetables and fibre, which is vital for helping to prevent the development of certain illnesses.

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Pomegranates

POMEGRANATES: Both the juice and seeds are packed with healthy nutrients.

WE have three pomegranate trees here at Olive Tree Farm. They are probably around 30 years or more old and do pro­ duce a lot of fruit. The first few years we didn’t really use any of them, the wild birds howev­ er, loved them! We remember as children being given a pin and half of a fruit and one at a time, we would pick them out. It kept us quiet for ages. Pomegranate juice and seeds are packed with healthy nutri­ ents, which offer some excel­ lent health benefits including

reducing cholesterol and keep­ ing blood pressure in check. Apart from picking out these ruby red sweet jewel­like, seeds, one at a time, they can be used in various ways, so this week I thought perhaps we could take a look at a few ideas. One popular use is serving with salad. Either a fruit salad or a green salad are perfect for them, and they add a lovely splash of colour to the plate. If you make a basic cheese­ cake, try using them as topping, again the colours look fabulous. You can also enjoy them for

breakfast. Sprinkled over a dish of fruit and cereal, the pome­ granate seeds add an extra tart flavour and they work well with other fruits. And then there are smoothies! Banana and Pomegranate Smoothie

Olive Tree Farm was set up about four years ago with the intention of achieving a level of self sufficiency. We have poultry for meat and eggs, goats for milk, rabbits and small pigs for meat and harvest our 70 olive trees each year for oil. We also grow a variety of fruits and vegetables.

1 banana (peeled and chopped) ¾ cup pomegranate seeds 100 ml ounces Greek yoghurt 125 ml liquid (milk or pome­ granate juice) Instructions Peel and chop the banana. Add all of the ingredients to your blender and combine until smooth and creamy. Serve and enjoy! Pomegranate and Strawber­ ry Smoothie If you use frozen strawber­ ries, omit the ice. Ingredients ¾ cup of strawberries, hulled and roughly chopped 125 ml of Pomegranate juice 100 ml Greek yoghurt 2 tablespoons of honey 4 Ice cubes (if using fresh strawberries) Method Whisk together the pome­ granate juice and honey. Add to the blender along with the rest of the ingredients and blend until smooth. If you want your smoothie to be green, add spinach!

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Art for Alzheimer’s HUERCAL-OVERA hospital is staging an exhibition of paintings to mark International Alzheimer’s Day on September 21. The exhibition is made up of some 30 works donated by local artists in support of the Huercal­ Overa Alzheimer’s Association. They will be on show in the hos­ pital’s main hall until the end of the month, after which they will be sold off to raise money for the association’s projects. Speaking at the inauguration, association spokesperson Fran­ cisca Ruiz stressed “the role of investigation, both in the health and the social field, with the aim of improving the lives of pa­ tients and families, as well as the importance of support for carers, with the guidance of professionals and of the associ­ ation itself.” This is the third consecutive year Huercal­Overa hospital has hosted an art exhibition in sup­ port of the local Alzheimer’s as­ sociation, which aims to support people with Alzheimer’s and other kinds of dementia and their families in the area.

SUPPORT: The works will be sold off to raise money for the Huercal-Overa Alzheimer’s Association.

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Clover Estates We want your house! HERE at Clover Estates we are working extremely hard to offer the very best service to our clients and are seeing ever improving results. Ever since we started advertising here in the Euro Weekly News, have begun appearing at international property shows and have extended our inter national advertising reach, we’ve been seeing record numbers of clients booking in to view properties with us. At the beginning of October, as can be seen in this week’s issue, we are heading to the Second

Home Expo in Utrecht, the Nether­ lands to offer our entire portfolio to potentially thousands of eager customers that are looking to buy very soon or in the future. We will be the only agent at­ tending the property show that will represent the entire province of Almeria, and we wouldn’t want anybody missing out on this fan­ tastic opportunity! There has never been a better time to market your property with Clover Estates. If you do have any questions about how we work, what we do and how we can help you in more ways than any other estate agent in the entire area, then we highly recommend that

you contact us in any way you pre­ fer, be it by making a call, sending us an e­mail, contacting us over WhatsApp or even coming into our office for a chat, a coffee and a slice of cake if necessary!

CLOVER ESTATES: There has never been a better time to market your property.

We are the only agent that can offer a direct service of qualified architects and engineers that can help to obtain any necessary docu­ mentation including AFOs for your prop­ erty, like some own­ ers have already en­ trusted us to do. Clover Estates wants to prove that they can work hard and well, and many owners that have entrusted us with marketing and selling their properties are now seeing the re­ sults. Let us do the same for you.

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Keep the money in-house MIKE SENKER IN MY OPINION Views of a Grumpy Old Man AS corporations start to eat up small companies, some of their logic becomes impossible to understand. Like the near impossibility of contacting anybody directly, other than a robotic ‘help’ person who never actually helps you at all. I remember years ago I was in Las Vegas, in a bar in the Hilton, and sat for a few hours with friends drinking and nibbling at the pretzel snacks they provided. Six months later I was in the same bar and ordered the drinks and when they arrived there were no snacks with them. When I asked why the waitress informed me that the hotel was now being run by another division of Hilton and the accountants had looked at the amount of money being spent on ‘free’ snacks which was running into several mil­ lions of dollars each year. She was also fed up having to answer the same question hun­ dreds of times a day. Anyway, 12 months later I was there again. I should mention this was purely for business

at the time. Well, maybe I did have the odd game of poker too. I was back in the same ho­ tel, same bar and being served by the same waitress. I ordered a round of drinks and they duly arrived along with a big bowl of pretzels. I said wow that’s a quick change of mind, what was that all about? I loved the answer. She said the accountants had looked at the money that was being saved not serving the salty snacks was being wiped out by the loss of sales of drinks. What the accountants had­ n’t realised that the reason they gave away salty snacks was to make sure that the pun­ ters were always thirsty. Something some clever worldly person had worked out years ago, but who was long gone as the hotel got bigger and bigger. All the little things that seemed to be com­ plimentary were, in fact, brilliantly worked out ways to get as much money from the cus­ tomers as possible, but at the same time make them feel that they were getting some­ thing for nothing. Something that should be remembered by the massive companies now that do not care anything about their cus­ tomers because they more or less monopo­ lise the field they are in. The hotels in Vegas know the customers have a massive choice and they need them in there and they try and give them a good ex­ perience to keep the money in their hotel.

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Pause to say ‘Thank you’ WE all like to feel appreciated, don’t we? Whether it be just the simple wave from a fellow motorist when we allow them to come in front of us, or the letter of thanks from a returned visitor after enjoying our hospitality, a ‘thank you’ can really make a difference to the way we feel and our per­ ception of others. I know we once had guests who just treated us like a hotel, continually request­ ing service, never offering help and always ready to complain, who left without any word of thanks, and who, we presume, will fortunately never want to come again. It’s a simple courtesy, we hope we’ve taught our children, to show real apprecia­ tion and gratitude whenever someone does us a kindness, and never to take others for granted. But just how much do we take God for granted and how rarely do we take time to acknowledge His goodness. How quick we are to protest when storms and floods de­ stroy our crops and infrastructure, as so of­

ten seems to happen these days. How quickly we complain when sickness or tragedy strikes us or those we love. And how often do we pause in our busy lives to ‘count our blessings,’ thanking God for the health and happiness that over the years we have come to presume is our right. How often, as we prepare to enjoy a good meal with friends do we thank, not just the cook, but God for His provision of food, health and friendship, using words along the lines of: ‘For food to eat and those who prepare it; for health to enjoy it and friends to share it, we give you thanks O Lord.’ So now, at this time of year, as many of us join together to celebrate harvest, let’s take time for true gratitude for all we have and remembering those who can’t afford such celebrations. Make some effort to share our abundance with them, either through giving to a Church Harvest Thanks­ giving or by donating to one of the official food banks in this area.

Duncan Burr is Licensed Lay Reader for the Anglican Chaplaincy of Costa Almeria and Costa Calida (further detail available at www.mojacarchurch.org) and may be contacted at d.burr@albox-online.net

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Pipe improvements WORKS are underway in Calle Santa Isabel in Albox to install new sewage pipes. The local council­financed project to make improvements in the street in the La Loma area of the upper party of the munici­ pality got going in July, and will also include creating access for pedestrians. Once the new pipes are in place the next stage will be redoing the road surface and taking steps to prevent flood­ ing on the road in heavy rains. New sewage pipes are also due to go down in Calle Concepcion.

OVERFLOWING: The massive downpours left some roads inaccessible.

Storms cause power outage A LIGHTNING strike during last Thursday night’s storms left some areas of Chirivel without power. The power company was working hard the following day to try and restore the electricity

supply as soon as possible. The extreme weather also cut off the Oria road after a number of watercourses overflowed. In Velez­Blanco the massive downpours made several coun­ try roads inaccessible and some

garages and basements were flooded. Country lanes in Maria were also badly affected. More than 100 litres of water per square metre fell in parts of the Los Velez region in just 24 hours.

Learning from other lands A GROUP of local farmers travelled to South Africa to learn about regenerative agriculture systems. The five are all mem­ bers of the Asociacion Alvelal, an organisation for the Los Velez, Upper Almanzora and Granada plateau region dedicated to this method of farming. Regenerative agriculture is essentially a system of principles and practices aimed at increasing biodi­ versity, enriching soil, im­ proving watershed and enhancing ecosystems. The group went to find out about the Living Lands project, a land restoration project run by the Com­ monland Foundation. Their trip included a visit to see where organic fer­ tilizers and pesticides are created from a tobacco origin.

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THREE lanes in Tijola are undergoing upgrades as part of a €10.5 million provincial government rural road plan. Diputacion de Almeria Development deputy Oscar Liria said works like resur­ facing and widening are be­ ing carried out on the Los Manolones, Divulgacion de Cela and Camino del Pago del Prado lanes, adding up to €63,000. Liria said the rural road plan was aimed at improv­ ing the transport of agricul­ tural produce and the safe­ ty of the province’s farm workers and companies. A 75-YEAR-OLD woman suffered smoke inhalation in an early morning house fire in Albox. The blaze started up in a property in the Las Labores area in the early hours of Thursday morning, Spanish press reported. Firefighters had to rescue the pensioner

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WORKS: Roads are being resurfaced and widened.

Early hours house fire from the property. The emergency services subse­ quently transferred her to

Hueral­Overa hospital for treatment. A 72­year­old man was al­ so taken to hospital, al­ though the 112 emergency service did not reveal details of what he was treated for. The blaze reportedly broke out in the sitting room, the only room in the house affected.

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Pensioner rambla rescue LEVANTE firefighters and the Guardia Civil found a 76-year-old man on the verge of collapse and suffering from hypothermia after he became trapped in a watercourse in Taberno due to Thursday night’s torrential rain, according to Spanish media reports. The emergency services went to his rescue after re­ ceiving a warning there was a person stuck in a vehicle in a rambla. When they got to the scene they found the car, but there was no one in­ side. After searching inten­ sively for around two hours they finally located the el­ derly man. He was transferred on a stretcher to a location which could be accessed by an ambulance and taken to Huercal­Overa hospital.

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FIAT’S 500 range has quickly cemented itself as one of the most popular small car ranges available, with funky looks, attainable price tags and a range of options. However the Italian marque are not resting on their laurels with the launch of a new member to the 500 family. As the larger, family friendly 500X turns five this year, and with a slew of rivals biting at its heels, Fiat has brought to the table a sportier and more aggressive Sport version of the popular compact. Whilst stopping short of an all­out performance car like the Abarth range, they have however gone fur­ ther than just adding new stockers and a higher price. As well as new bodywork and im­ proved engine performance, the most important difference is the specially tuned chassis components. The suspension has been stiffened

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Fiat 500X 1.3 Sport 2019

FUNKY LOOKS: The 2019 Fiat 500X Sport. by 10 per cent and a 13mm reduction in ride height compared to standard models, giving the car a more purpose­ ful look and a more planted riding feel. The power steering has been remapped for a sharper feel and an op­

tional 19­inch wheel package makes for an incredibly well handling car. Visually the designers have created an appealing package, with dark grey headlights, body coloured side skirts and a large rear diffuser hugging a

dual chrome exhaust differentiating the Sport from the standard 500X. The interior follows much the same direction too, with sporty Alcantara steering wheel, a dark roof lining and tasteful grey detailing on the dash.

The new model comes with either a 118bhp 1.0­litre three­cylinder or 148bhp 1.3­litre four­cylinder petrol engine, the latter offered exclusively with a six­speed dual­clutch automatic gearbox with paddle shifters. Torque figures sit at 199lb ft from 1850rpm, which gives the car an excit­ ing mid range whilst the adapted steering and the feather like throttle response all add to the car’s sporty feel. Interior spec is what you would ex­ pect from a modern compact, a sev­ en­inch infotainment screen gives all the usual functions and is Apple Play and Android Auto compatible. Ambient lighting, keyless entry and trim options are available options to add to the appeal of the new sporty model. Prices start at £16,235 for the 1.0­ litre version, climbing to £24,700 for the 1.3 range topper.

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FREE in car entertainment system software such as Apple’s CarPlay is being slowly phased out as free registration periods are coming to an end. Software such as CarPlay and Android’s Auto system has be­ come commonplace in modern day vehicles. The systems allow the user to connect their mobile phones to the car’s entertain­ ment system, providing a full in­ teractive service inside the car. Drivers of the newer models that contain the software are now seeing messages on their information panels stating ‘Your free trial of Apple CarPlay is up. Would you like to renew? Please pay £85 for another year.’ It is all part of a scheme by automotive makers to start to charge for the use of programs such as Apple CarPlay, instead of including them into the car’s package. It is being called ‘Features over the Air’ and is a new pro­ ject which allows the user to re­ motely download upgrades for the software by paying a yearly subscription, similar to software companies such as Adobe. The issue facing car manufac­

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Free in car entertainment turers is that the software is not free to purchase. Every manu­ facturer must pay between £45 to £90 per vehicle to include it in the car specifications. When you calculate that over the millions of cars produced the costs can be a major hit to

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the manufacturer’s profits. The first manufacturer to in­ clude the new renewal program is BMW. Since the German mar­ que launched the latest OS7 software in their IDrive enter­ tainment system, users are now being greeted with renewal

messages, giving them the op­ tion to continue to use the tech­ nology for a fee. Mercedes Benz are also start­ ing to charge users for their new MBUX system via the Mercedes ME store. Mercedes charge a one­off payment of £267.

Rival German manufacturer Audi appear to still include both the Apple and Android software on their latest E­Tron SUV but on future models, Audi has an­ nounced that cheaper versions will be subject to aftermarket upgrades.

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Tesla has been doing a ver­ sion of these chargeable up­ grades for a number of years, by using a portable wifi system in the vehicles to enable on the fly upgrades and even giving users the ability to watch Netflix whilst the vehicle is charging. Other manufacturers such as Land Rover and Volkswagen are soon to be joining existing mar­ ques in upgrading the software.

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Primoz Roglic became the first Grand Tour winner from Slovenia when he won the Vuelta a España on Sunday, successfully defending his lead over second placed Alejandro Valverde in the final stage of the 21-day race.

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Marquez overtakes Hailwood with 77 GP wins by Dilip Kuner MARC MARQUEZ has become the fourth most successful rider in Grand Prix history. He took his 77th career victory at the San Marino GP to go past Mike Hailwood’s tally of 76. In a thrilling battle Fabio Quartararo (Petronas Yamaha), who led from the start, was overhauled on the last lap. Mav­ erick Viñales (Monster Energy Yamaha) completed the podium with teammate and nine times champion Valentino Rossi in fourth. Andrea Dovizioso (Ducati team) could only manage sixth in Ducati’s home GP, behind Fran­ co Morbidelli’s Petronas Yama­ ha. After a promising morning warm up session where Marc

RECORD: Marquez is now fourth on the all-time list.

Marquez finished first, the Rep­ sol Honda team entered the 27­ lap San Marino Grand Prix with confidence. Marquez made a flying start to the race and moved to fourth by the first corner, quickly pro­ gressing up to third just a few corners later. Muscling past Viñales on lap four, the World Championship leader set about closing down the almost one­ second lead of Fabio Quartararo. The Frenchman’s advantage was soon reduced to just two­ 10ths, Marquez electing to wait for his moment to attack. As the laps ticked down, the reigning champion began to edge closer and put increasing pressure on the young French rider. But it wasn’t until the last lap that he finally made his move. Marquez had the run on Quartararo on the start/finish

straight and led into turn one. Quartararo got a good run out of turn two and turn three though as the rookie came straight back. Into turn four they went, Quartararo was back at the sum­ mit but the back straight and turn eight provided a golden passing opportunity. Marquez, late on the brakes, somehow managed to keep con­ trol and take the lead once more. Now it was Marquez’ turn to lose. There was no way through for Quartararo as Mar­ quez started to ride defensively. Honda leave Misano extend­ ing their advantage in the Manu­ facturer Championship to 60 points over closest rivals Ducati while the Repsol Honda Team close the deficit to the Ducati Team in the Team Championship to just 25 points. With Round 14, the Gran Pre­

mio Michelin de Aragon, taking place on September 22 the Rep­ sol Honda team are keen to car­ ry their momentum forward as they return to Spanish soil. Marquez said of the race: “Honestly speaking, I knew it wasn’t necessary to win because I saw that Rins was out and Dovizioso was far from us, but I had some extra motivation. I just tried to stay with Fabio as close as I could and in the end I was weighing up whether to try or not. On the last lap I decided to go. “I knew Fabio was very fast in Sector Three, so I made my move before that and closed the corner as much as I could. Fabio rode a very strong race today. I raced as smart as I could and in the end it is nice to win in Italy, but even nicer to have 93 points of advantage.”

FAB 2019 Triples Knock Out Cup CABRERA Bowls Club hosted the recent Federation de Andalucia Bolos (FAB) Bowls Triples Knock out Competition. The event held over four days of intense competition resulted in some very close finishes, none

more so than the first round match between S Daniel, T Lyons and M McLoughlin (Zurgena), against B Stephens, J Ling and M Smallwood (Cabrera). With the scores all square at 15 apiece after 17 ends, the final end swung one way and then the other and it was the last bowl of the match that secured the win for the team from Cabr­ era: 17 shots to 15. Day two produced few shocks, but again the aforemen­ tioned Cabrera team left it to the last end before securing victory 20­18 against fellow Cabrerians E Winkles, M Winkles and A Crilly, securing victory 20 shots to 18.

Day thee was semi­finals day, and the aforementioned suc­ cessful team from Cabrera had a comfortable win. Meanwhile in the other half of the draw the team of A Colman, C Hayes and K Porter (Zurgena BC) had quietly but effectively dispatched a Cabrera team in the second round and were against another Cabrera team in the semi, but secured victory with an end to spare. Day four and it was finals day with the team from Zurgena BC playing their third consecutive match against a team from Car­ brera. Could they make it three in a row?

FINALISTS: Runners-up J Ling, M Smallwood, and B Stephens and Champions K Porter, A Colman and C Hayes. Cabrera raced into 6­0 lead af­ ter just two ends. Zurgena were already up against it, however they dug deep into their reserves and began to show their form. As the ends ticked away, Zurge­ na were closing the gap with some excellent bowling. The hitherto partisan crowd were applauding the effort of the players of both teams, in what was becoming a titanic bat­ tle. The ninth end perhaps epito­ mises what a struggle it was be­ coming with the team skips alternately bellowing out ‘shot

wood.’ Ultimately the umpire was called upon to adjudicate. He de­ clared the end a tie with no score to either side as both teams had a bowl leaning on the jack. The 10th end and Zurgena took the lead for the first time in the match to go 10­9 up. Over the next few ends they increased their lead, but would it be enough to see them home? Not if Cabrera had anything to do with it. Ends 15, 16, and 17 brought Cabrera back to within three

shots of levelling the score. Zur­ gena opted to bowl defensively on the final end and claimed vic­ tory with a bowl to spare 18 shots to 16 to make a little bit of their own history as the first for Zurgena Bowls Club to win any form of FAB competition since being formed in 2016. At the presentation ceremony Janet Jackson, Cabrera BC Com­ petition Secretary (pictured with the finalists) thanked all the teams and supporters, com­ menting it was the best final she had ever seen.