News
The people’s paper ISSUE NO. 1872
20 - 26 May 2021
Coral Coraxalia
AXARQUIA - COSTA TROPICAL • WWW.EUROWEEKLYNEWS.COM
BOX APPEAL
WE are looking for new members, both male and female. (Good atmosphere, all nationalities, good repertoire, performances, social events, possibilities for travelling) Thursdays, 17.30 - 20.00 in Puente Don Manuel Room underneath Maroma Estate Agents - on the left at Cthe crossroads Come and join us! Tel: 689 111 352 eucorax@hotmail.es
First Stone laid THE first stone was laid on May 14, in a new €30 million project by Lumon in the Antequera business park, that will begin construction next Monday, which when completed will employ about 300 people. The facility is expected to be ready to start production in August 2022, manufacturing around 5,000 sheets of glass per week, in what will be the company’s first factory in Spain.
House Fire THE Emergency Services attended a house fire on May 13, in Güejar Sierra, Granada after neighbours reported lots of smoke coming from the property. Upon entering the burning building a 55-year-old man’s body was found, although his cause of death has not been established yet and a full investigation is underway.
FREE • GRATIS
Seasonal Kiosk Requests FOLLOWING the publication on the Virtual Board of Elec‐ tronic Office on Friday May 14, the deadline has now been announced for the application of seasonal kiosks in Nerja. Javier López, the councillor for Commerce, has said that applications for kiosks intended for the sale of ice cream, sweets and non‐alcoholic beverages is now open and can now be submitted with the relevant documentation until Monday, May 28. Applications can be submitted at the Town Hall Registry. The councillor announced: “In total this season, nine kiosks will be installed, of which four will be located on the Burriana beach promenade, one on the promenade under the Balcón de Europa, another on the Plaza de los Cangrejos and also on the Paseo de El Chucho next to the Chíllar river, in the Plaza Clara Campoamor and in Calle Málaga next to the Cuatro Caminos building.” Evaluations of the applications will be based on the appli‐ cant’s unemployment situation, the number of family mem‐ bers in the family unit, the economic income of the family unit, the situation with housing and disability and various other social criteria. There will only be one licence granted per family unit or to one particular person.
SHOE BOX APPEAL: In total, 100 boxes were provided for families in need. TO celebrate the 100-year anniversary of the founding of the Royal British Legion, I decided to do something useful to help the people in need in Nerja who are having a difficult time. I volunteer for the Food Bank in Nerja and found that there was a shortfall of toiletries for adults and childre/ babies. I asked around my friends and some businesses to help make up shoe boxes with an assortment of toiletries. I needed 100 boxes, one for each year celebrating the anniversary and one for each family that was in need in Nerja. To my surprise last weekend 100 boxes appeared. With the help of two of my friends Pam and Tracy they helped carry them to my car where David, my very support-
ive husband David, packed them in and then last Thursday afternoon we drove down to the Solidaria food bank in Nerja to present the boxes, all 100 of them. With the help of Val Thom, two lovely young Spanish ladies and friends Helen Elkins, Sue Wagstaff and Eddie Bowe, chairman of Nerja Royal British Legion and his wife Kim we staggered in with all the boxes. We were asked if we would like to stay and hand out the boxes to some of the people who were in need of help. Helen and I stayed and helped, it was so heartwarming to see the look on their faces as they looked in the boxes. I gave each child an arm band that made them smile. They were so polite, said thank you and
without any prompting, we were asked to go back next Tuesday to hand out the other half of the boxes, so Helen and I will be there. When people handed over their boxes to me they were asked if they could donate €1 and were given a raffle ticket and on Friday at the Punta Lara Bar, the draw took place. Seven prizes were drawn and the €100 was given to this year’s Poppy Appeal, so two charities benefited from this challenge. My greatful thanks to everyone who donated a box and a euro to all the people who helped me achieved this challenged . Dorothy Allen Poppy Appeal Organiser Nerja 643 212 944
SWEET KIOSKS: Applications now open.
2 EWN
www.euroweeklynews.com
20 - 26 May 2021
Plans For Nerja Streets Torremolinos Pride Festival THE mayor of Nerja has announced the plan for street cleaning, maintenance, disinfection and beautification of the streets in the town. José Alberto Armijo has announced this implementation to be carried out in all neighbourhoods ahead of the sumNew pressure washers. mer, starting with Las Protegidas. The announcement took place in Plaza de Andalucia during the delivery ceremony of two new pressure washers for street cleaning. Armijo said: “We promote this important initiative for Nerjeños and Mareños, and which also has tourist consequences for the municipality, from the point of view of its image and attractiveness.” He has also urged residents and visitors to take responsibility for the maintenance of the municipality. He said: “Nerja is everyone’s home and therefore it is everyone’s responsibility. We must collaborate so that we can continue to feel proud that our town shines from the point of view of cleanliness and image.”
CARMEN GARCÍA, the Torremolinos Town Hall councillor for Diversity, along with fellow councillor, Nicolás de Miguel, and several LGTBIQ + associations in the city have announced that the ‘Torremolinos Pride 2021’ will be celebrated from June 3 to 6 around the town. Due to the pandemic, they explained, there will PRIDE FESTIVAL: Will be celebrated around the town. not be the usual massive parade through the streets, nor the concerts in ly, so that those days the oasis of Bajondillo beach the Plaza de la Nogalera, with this year’s event and the Pimentel tower, an emblematic building having to comply with the current sanitary and sein Torremolinos, will be illuminated with the curity measures. colours of the rainbow flag,” he added. De Miguel explained, “I have made the flag of Carmen García said she regretted that “this what Torremolinos means for the LGTBIQ+ comyear we will not be able to count on the events munity. This city is a reference to freedom and diagenda of previous years, although we are sure versity, both nationally and internationally, not that they will return in the 2022 event,” pointing only because of the festivity of these dates, but alout that “on Friday, June 4, we will display the so in terms of the vindication and commitment banner on the balcony of the Torremolinos Town that we demonstrate daily. Hall with the colours of the rainbow flag, as well “In the next plenary session I will present a reas with the poster and this year’s motto ‘Amor Diquest, which I hope will be approved unanimousverso’.”
Water and wastewater project ANTONIO MORENO, the mayor of Velez-Malaga, and Juan Garca, the councillor for Infrastructures, reported on the drafting of a project that grouped dumping and water treatment in several nuclei of the municipality. The project was described as “news of great social, economic, tourist, and, of course, environmental significance” by the mayor of In-
frastructures. According to the mayor, “it took 10 months of structured collaboration between the municipal infrastructure services and the Junta de Andalucia’s Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries to complete it.” “This approach was introduced in July 2020, and the bidding period ended in April, so the Junta de Andalucia will now choose the com-
pany that will draft the theme, so we are talking about something that will soon be a reality,” he said. According to Juan Garca, “The key goal is to eliminate waste water discharges in the municipality and eliminate these black spots once and for all. As previously said, this measure has a significant environmental impact .”
NEWS
Lux Mundi trip to Gibraltar ON Thursday May 27 we are starting our trip to Gibraltar again. It is an opportunity to purchase Duty Free Items and typical English items of food, etc from the Morrisons super‐ market. Please be aware that you might NOT be able to bring certain items back into Spain. To keep everyone safe we will only allow those from the same household to sit together on the bus otherwise one per‐ son per double seat. Masks will need to be worn at all times on the bus and the current rules for Gibraltar will need to be ad‐ hered to whilst on the rock. We look forward to seeing you all. Ticket price €16, or with Friends of Lux Mundi Card €14. Proceeds for fundraising. De‐ parture times Puente don Manuel (Bar Mis Tapitas) 6.45, Algarrobo (Lidl) 7.15, Caleta (Vets) 7.20 and Torre Del Mar (Bus Station) 7.30. Depart Gibraltar 15.30 approximately. Passports / ID required. Lux Mundi Ecumenical Cen‐ tre, Torre del Mar, Avda. Moscatel 1’I’, (Jardines Viña Malága/Antigua Casa de la Viña), Torre del Mar, 29740. Open mornings only Mon‐ day and Wednesday 10.00 till 13.00 and Fridays as usual 11.00 ‐ 13.00. We are comply‐ ing with all the Covid regula‐ tions to make your visits to our centre as safe as possible. Tel. 952 543 334 E‐mail: luxmun di@lux‐mundi.org Website: www.lux‐mundi.org.
NEWS
www.euroweeklynews.com
NIBS EXTRA
Green energy THE Municipal Market of Motril reopened on Tuesday May 18, after a temporary closure so that workers could remove the skylights installed more than 25 years ago and replace them with new solar panels which will make it the first energy self-sufficient market in Spain.
Back pay HAVING won an action in court against the owners of Hotel Playacálida and Hotel Almuñecar Playa, almost 100 workers were awarded back pay totalling nearly €100,000, but because the court is so busy, the money has yet been paid to them, even though they are currently on ERTE.
Tapas Route THE towns of Almuñecar and La Herradura will hold their annual tapas route from May 21 to June 5 in which 18 establishments will take part with each offering a tapa, plus glass of beer, house wine or soft drink at €3.50 per person.
Torrox plan AFTER having been moth balled for several decades, the Torrox Council has resurrected the plan to create an 18-hole golf course, marina and several thousand properties in order to make the town a top tourist attraction which would attract many new residents.
Drug tests TWENTY Local Police officers in Velez-Malaga, are being given training on how to spot whether a driver involved in a traffic accident has been taking drugs and those taking part will be given the necessary theoretical, technical and practical knowledge of regulations and testing procedure
Online survey AS part of its ongoing programme on equality, the Motril Council is conducting a survey aimed at all citizens to consider the situation of the equality of women and men in the municipality with all residents invited to complete the online survey.
20 - 26 May 2021
ART EXHIBITION BY COBY BLOEMSMA FOR the first time Cecilia and Jarno of Hostal Alegre in Nerja will be hosting an art exhibition. In their beautiful bar and dining area, Torrox-based artist Coby Bloemsma will be showing her very latest works. This interesting mix of paintings and objects will be exhibited from the June 6 until 6 September 19. Hostal Alegre is open every evening Wednesday to Saturday from 5pm to 10.30pm and on Sunday afternoon from 2pm to 6pm. Closed on Monday and Tuesday. All new work Last year Coby had a very successful exhibition in Nerja, but this year she presents us
ferent techniques,” said the Dutch artist. “And collage has made a significant change in my work.” The artist After a career in Public Relations for the Dutch Civil Service Coby took early retirement and moved to England. That was 16 years ago. She finally had time to do what she loves best: creating. “I enjoy making objects or jewellery or clothes, but in painting I have discovered my true passion,” said Coby. “This exhibition represents a new path I have chosen to follow. Exciting to see where it leads.” Coby has lived in Spain for the past 10 years.
ABSTRACT: New ideas, using different techniques. with a completely new and a totally different range of work. “Not just more abstract in
paintings, but also objects made from recycled materials. I keep trying out new ideas, using dif-
Residents Fighting Back Against Local Airport RESIDENTS are fighting back against al‐ leged aircraft danger in Axarquia and have called upon the State Aviation Safe‐ ty Agency in order that a review is under‐ taken of the aerodrome’s flight plans. The aerodrome though claims that all flight plans “comply with all regulations.” Complaints have been made that flights of light aircraft from the Axarquia airport are a “serious inconvenience and danger.”
Mayor Of Nerja Commitment ON May 14, the mayor of Nerja, José Alberto Armijo, emphasised the municipal commitment to their mass vaccination pro‐ gramme against Covid. The an‐ nouncement was made during the visit, together with the Terri‐ torial Health Delegate, Carlos Baustista, at the Covid‐19 vacci‐ nation point located in the Mu‐ nicipal Covered Pavilion. The mayor and the health dele‐ gate were joined by the Councillor for Health, Javier Rodríguez, the manager of the East Malaga‐Axar‐ quía Health Management Area, Miguel Moreno, and the director of the Nerja Health Centre, Noelia Jiménez. Bautista thanked Nerja Town Council for its involvement in the mass vaccination process, point‐ ing out that this vaccination point serves more than 350 people, cur‐ rently over 68 years old, receiving the Pfizer vaccination daily. Bautista said: “In the next week, those older than 66 to 67 years will be immunised, which tells us that, week by week, we will lower those age groups, and a greater number of people will be vaccinated, attending always to the number of doses that arrive.”
The flights are said to be “constant” and residents in the northern part of the town centre of Velez along with villages includ‐ ing El Trapiche have complained. Locals have started a petition on change.org and also began collecting sig‐ natures at local businesses. Victor Morales explained that, “I have been liv‐ ing in the area for 10 years and until just one year ago they were not so notice‐
able, but since then there has been a large increase in the frequency of flights, to the point that the students of the in‐ stitutes and schools have to live with this on a daily basis.” The head of the Aeroclub highlighted the fact that all flights have been autho‐ rised by Civil aviation and have the nec‐ essary flight plans which “scrupulously” observe all regulations.
Health Care Centre Approved THE new health care centre in Nerja, has been approved and is “advancing very quickly,” report‐ ed Nerja Town Hall. The mayor of Nerja, José Al‐ berto Armijo, appeared at a press conference on May 14, to report that the Board has approved the Specific Administrative Clauses for the contracting of the new
Nerja Health Centre. The basic bidding budget is €1,066,090. The councillor said “A firm step for new sanitary equipment as the people of Nerja and Mareños deserve. With the urbanisation works project approved and the expropriation process completed that has allowed us to complete the necessary surface to under‐
Biological Pest Control
THE town hall in Rincon de la Victoria has announced the launch of their biological pest control bid for green areas and public spaces. The pest control will be biologically friendly so it will be safe for people and pets in the area. The town hall has said that the biological pest control will respect both resident’s health and the local environment. The councillor for the area, José María Gómez spoke of the undertaking and highlighted that, “the aim of this biological pest control is carried out by their own natural enemies, which are at the same time harmless to vegetation, people and animals.” Initially the town hall will start by focusing on aphids that have been discovered in the town’s jacaranda trees. The council highlighted that the Aphidius Coleman parasitoid will be used on both the jacaranda trees and also on some rose bushes.
take the works. It is necessary to approve the contract file and specifications to allow us to award and start these important works, for the subsequent trans‐ fer of the resulting plot to the Junta de Andalucia for the con‐ struction of this new and modern sanitary equipment demanded by our people.”
365 day Ski Lift JOSÉ A ROBLES, the mayor of Güéjar Sierra announced on Friday May 14, the approval by the municipal plenary session to grant €18,000 for a feasibili‐ ty study into the possibility of in‐ stalling a chairlift suitable for trans‐ porting passengers and mountain bikes, open 365 days a year. Mr Robles said the project, if it comes to fruition, will place Güéjar Sierra in Granada “in a very promi‐ nent position within the sector of BTT as it would be the second chairlift of its kind in Europe and the only one in Andalucia,” and that officials from the town hall have been in contact with specialists who who will prepare a re‐ port to determine the viability and al‐ so the best location for the project.
EWN
3
Feast Of San Isidro THE feast day of San Isidro Labrador has been celebrated in Nerja at the Church of El Salvador, with a mass to honour the patron saint of farm‐ ers. Sadly though this is the second year in a row that the ongoing coronavirus pandem‐ ic has affected the celebrations, but the traditional event was still celebrated in style. Residents from the municipality came w i t h t r a d i t i o n a l o f‐ ferings of food and fruits that come from the land and locals then placed the of‐ ferings before the image of the Saint. A solemn mass was undertaken before the music kicked off for all to enjoy. José Alberto Armi‐ jo, the mayor of Ner‐ ja gave thanks to the farmers of Nerja and Mareños and spoke of his hopes of recov‐ ering normality. The mayor com‐ mented that, “today is also a day to recognise the work and effort made by the men and women who are profession‐ ally dedicated to this primary sector of our economy. “This is the second year in a row that we have been unable to celebrate the most festive part of this tradition, our pil‐ grimage, as a result of the pandemic. “However we are convinced that little by little we will re‐ cover normality and next year we will cel‐ ebrate it as we have been doing all this time.”
4 EWN
www.euroweeklynews.com
20 - 26 May 2021
NEWS
Eligible for paternity leave Terrorist Intelligence issue
THE 16th Social Court of Valencia has recognised a mother’s right to an additional eight weeks of pa‐ ternity leave to care for her child in a single‐parent family, acknowledging that the child’s “time of care that is guaranteed by law cannot be re‐ duced” because “having only one parent cannot reduce the time of care that is guaranteed by law.” In a case defended by the trade union CSIF, the court upholds part of the woman’s argument and holds the National Social Security Institute and the General Treasury of the Social Security to this decla‐ ration. After taking her maternity leave, tje woman demanded the additional 12 weeks that would cor‐ respond to the father as a single‐parent household. The judge, on the other hand, partly agreed with the woman, stating that because the law stipulates that four weeks of paternal leave must be taken immediately after the birth and the remaining eight weeks after the birth, and because the mother had taken those four weeks immediately after giving birth, “that time cannot be regarded as a violation of the principle of equality.”
Mother’s right recognised. Therefore, they consider that they are only enti‐ tled to the remaining eight weeks of leave for the birth and care of the child, as this is the period which “neither the applicant nor the child have ac‐ tually taken because they are a single parent, and this difference cannot be admissible under interna‐ tional and constitutional law.”
THE Moroccan response to the attitude of the Spanish govern‐ ment towards Brahim Ghali has been the relaxation of border controls, which has caused a mi‐ gratory crisis without prece‐ dents as more than 8,000 peo‐ ple flooded into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta over the past few days. The Spanish Minister of For‐ eign Affairs, Arancha González Laya, has said that Ghali was ad‐ mitted “for strictly humanitarian reasons” since Spain is “a re‐ sponsible country with its hu‐ manitarian obligations.” Ghali landed at the Zaragoza military base on April 18 in a medicalised plane from Algiers. The doctor who accompanied him entered the San Pedro de Logroño Hospi‐ tal with a kind of safe‐conduct letter written in French with a false name: Mohamed Benba‐ touche. He suffers from cancer and lung injuries as a result of Covid. It is understood that when his health allows it, he may end up having to face the charges in the National Court. The important and vital anti‐ jihadist information that Moroc‐ co regularly and traditionally provides to Spain is currently much more than in question. The Moroccan Ministry of Foreign Affairs described from the beginning as “serious” the crisis unleashed between the two governments due to the
support of someone considered an enemy of Morocco. The Spanish diplomatic ser‐ vice, in fact, warned Minister González Laya last week that the gestures towards the Polisario would be responded to with a shower of immigrants on the Spanish coasts.
European Commission Vice‐ President Margaritis Schinas tweeted that the enclave’s fron‐ tier was a European border, ex‐ pressing his “full solidarity with Spain.” Ceuta, with a population of 80,000, is on the northern tip of Morocco across from Gibraltar.
Is This The End Of Face Masks?
FERNANDO SIMÓN, the director of the Centre for Health Alerts and Emergencies (CCAES), on Monday May 17, hinted that the mandatory wearing of masks in outdoor spaces could soon be lifted, saying that it is a decision that could be made in a matter of “not many days.” Mr Simón indicated, without giving specific dates, that the government and communities, in the next few weeks, will be in a position to review the catalogue of measures that the autonomies can apply, depending on their epidemiological situation, which can include instructions regarding the use of masks, saying, “the evolution of vaccination and the epidemic tells us that it may not take long to make clear proposals to remove the mask in some specific situations.” The minister pointed out that this could occur when the AI of the communities falls below 150 cases, and today, the general AI stands at 151 cases per 100,000 inhabitants at 14 days, but there are still eight communities that are above that bar: the Basque Country, Madrid, Navarra, La Rioja, Catalonia, Aragon, Andalucia, and Melilla. He also hinted that the mask relaxation could occur in spaces where there is already a high vaccination coverage, as with nursing homes, but not in any places frequented by people who have not yet been vaccinated, stressing, "We have to be aware that we are going to be there soon, but we have to go step by step, we can think about taking off the mask outdoors but not indoors or in highly vaccinated groups but not in all social groups".
International Space Station Mix Up AN International Space Station astronaut has upset some people in Spain after getting his traditional Spanish dishes mixed up. The astronaut unfortunately upset many Spaniards after commenting on social media. While carrying out space missions many astronauts on the International Space Station keep their social media followers up to date with stunning images of the Earth. Shane Kimbrough took to Twitter to share a photo taken from the International Space Station as it flew over the Spanish city of Salamanca.
The NASA commander posted on social media and said “Hello Spain! We flew over Salamanca recently and the Tormes River was in plain sight. “I wish we had some space paella to enjoy here!” The post caused outrage among some Spaniards though as paella is not from Salamanca. Twitter users quickly responded to hit back at for him having mislabelled the dish typical of Valencian gastronomy. In Salamanca the typical rice dish is chanfaina. Other Twitter followers insisted that he had good intentions and defended him.
NEWS
www.euroweeklynews.com
20 - 26 May 2021
Run for mental health ON Saturday May 15, UK government staff and family members around the world took part in a unique, 24‐hour global marathon relay to support global and local mental health charities. So far over £15,000 has been raised in support of Mind and more in support of local charities, including here in Spain. At 08.00 (CET) HMA Hugh Elliott’s wife Toñi picked up the virtual baton from Riyadh and over 30 people from across the Spain Network then joined the run, kicking off their mile at 10‐minute intervals, ac‐ companied by children and assorted ani‐ mals. Participants included HMA Hugh Elliott,
Consul‐General Lloyd Milen, as well as staff from the Embassy in Madrid, the Depart‐ ment of International Trade and consulates in Alicante, Barcelona and Palma. Runners across the world chose different ‘batons’ depending on the country with the fan being the baton of choice here in Spain. To find more about the work of Mind or to make a donation visit: https://www.mind.org. uk/. See more of the action at: https://www.instagram.com /p/CO5XB dQj3Ue/ Further information: Debbi Christophers; 673 596 770 Follow us online: www.gov. uk/fcdo
Mini-Heatwaves all week
IT was forecast that tempera‐ tures in the Andalucian capital Sevilla were to stay above 35 degrees all week. Are mini‐ heatwaves a taste of things to come? According to the forecast, day time temperatures were to reach as high as 38 degrees Cel‐ sius with nights being as warm as 18‐20 degrees. Last week, when tempera‐
tures began to rocket, residents and weekend visitors ‐ many escaping from Madrid for the first time since the State of Alarm lifted ‐ could be seen looking for shade around the city’s famous tourist spots in‐ cluding the Cathedral and the Real Alcazar. Coastal areas like Cadiz and Huelva were to see tempera‐ tures as high as 30 degrees Cel‐
sius, few clouds and low winds making it an ideal time for the first swim of the year for many domestic tourists and residents. Temperatures are rising across Europe and last year was the hottest ever year for the continent. Even more worrying‐ ly, the average temperature in Spain could rise by as much as five degrees by the end of the century, climate experts warn.
EWN
5
6 EWN
www.euroweeklynews.com
20 - 26 May 2021
Masks On Beaches Or Else
BRITISH tourists were handed on arrival into Portugal’s Faro airport, face masks and sani‐ tiser after which they were asked to provide full details about their stay as they touched down in the country for the start of long‐ awaited sunshine breaks. All Brits arriving in the country were also warned by officials at the airport of the strict rules for wearing face masks in public places, which includes keeping them on while on the beach or they could be hit with hefty €117 fines. Passengers in arrivals were asked by immi‐ gration officials to produce proof of a nega‐ tive PCR test and show that they had com‐ pleted a locator form, with details of where they are staying before being allowed to pro‐ ceed on to the baggage hall. It comes as the Portuguese tourism minis‐
Face masks must be worn on the each. ter announced at the weekend that “every‐ thing is open” for British tourists when bor‐ ders open. The Secretary of State for Tourism, Rita Marques, revealed that restau‐ rants, coffee shops, and bars had been opened up in time for an expected influx of holidaymakers this week.
Pregnant Women & Vulnerable Adults PREGNANT women and vulnerable adolescents aged between 12 years old and 15 years can now be vaccinated in Spain according to a report published by the Ministry of Health. The decision was approved on Tuesday May 11 as the seventh vaccine strategy update was approved by the Public Health Commission. The report includes pregnant women and states that, “In general, no increased risk of se-
vere Covid has been detected as a result of being pregnant, beyond the risk conditions that the woman presents.” The report proposes that for pregnant and breastfeeding women, the messenger R N A technology vaccines should be used. This means the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines, and it suggests that pregnant women should be vaccinated as appropriate “according to the prioritisation group.”
NEWS
Overtime is a serious danger THE Environment Director of WHO, María Neir said: “Working 55 hours or more a week represents a serious danger to health. It is time for all of us (governments, em‐ ployers and workers) to recognise that long working hours can cause premature deaths.” The study was carried out using data from previous stud‐ ies published in the Environ‐
Long working hours.
UK ‘Faces Labour Shortage’ EMPLOYERS in Britain are struggling as they attempt to hire staff quickly as the UK lockdown lifts, but many overseas workers that have previously been depended on have left due to pressures of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and Brexit. According to both the recruitment firm Adecco and the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), employers will be hiring at a rate which has not been seen in around eight years. The rush to hire people has been caused by the reopening of retail and hospitality sectors as coronavirus restrictions are eased. Recently the UK has seen unemployment rates stabilise which was helped when the furlough scheme was extended until the end of September.
ment International Journal. The conclusion was that working 55 hours or more per week increases the risk of a cerebrovascular accident (CVA) by 35 per cent and in‐ creases the risk of death from ischemic heart disease by 17 per cent, in comparison to those who work 35 to 40 hours per week. “Although it is known that around a third of the total es‐ timated morbidity in relation to work is attributed to long hours of work, the reality is that it is the first risk factor for occupational disease,” said WHO. Out of the deaths recorded, most were in people aged 60 to 79 who worked 55 hours or more per week when aged between 45 and 74 years old. “We have not found any difference between the sexes with regard to the effect of long working hours on the in‐ cidence of cardiovascular dis‐ eases,” WHO specialist, Frank Pega, informed a press con‐ ference.
To read more stories like this go to ww.euroweeklynews.com
8 EWN
www.euroweeklynews.com
20 - 26 May 2021
NEWS
Tea Will Taste different The 90-day rule
A RECENT report from the charity organisation, Chris‐ tian Aid, has said that Kenya ‐ the African country that is the world’s largest exporter of black tea ‐ is facing a crisis that could challenge a great British in‐
stitution, the tea drinkers. According to their research, extreme weather conditions in Kenya are causing more errat‐ ic periods of rainfall, meaning the country suffers droughts and then mass floods, which, combined with rising temper‐
Bungee Jump Goes Wrong A BUNGEE jump went wrong in Sevilla, after a man suffered a fall during the extreme sport. Emergency services were successfully able to rescue the 34-year-old man after a bungee jump went wrong Man landed on a cliff. and he was left on a cliff. Emergency services rescued the man before he was taken by helicopter to Sevilla’s Virgen Macarena University Hospital after being injured in the fall. The 112 Emergency Services were alerted to the accident by the Public Health Emergency Company (EPES 061) and due to the fact that the man was in a difficult to access position on a cliff, firefighters were asked to help in the rescue. He was rushed to hospital by an EPES helicopter which was waiting to transfer him to Sevilla’s Virgen Macarena University Hospital to receive treatment for the injuries he sustained in the accident.
atures will affect the amount of land that stays workable for growing tea plants, and the change in climate will also af‐ fect the production of the leaves that are turned into black tea. Their report has also pre‐ dicted that as a result of cli‐ mate change, by 2050, tea production will drop by around 39 per cent, as grow‐ ing conditions will not be opti‐ mal, and Fiachra Moloney, of PG Tips maker Unilever, added, “In East Africa, where so much of our tea comes from, climate change is putting the livelihoods of the people who grow tea for us at risk.” Speaking to the press, a tea farmer from Kericho in Kenya’s Western Highlands, 72‐year‐old Richard Koskei, said climate change is “a real threat. We cannot predict sea‐ sons anymore, temperatures are rising, rainfall is more er‐ ratic, more often accompa‐ nied by unusual hailstones and longer droughts which was not the case in the past.”
A LETTER recently received from a very upset UK-based reader about the 90/180 day rule concerning visits to Spain has highlighted a problem which needs addressing. In 2013 the couple purchased a second home in Murcia so that they could enjoy the much milder winters and used to spend from October to March which was beneficial to their health. Now, since Brexit (which incidentally they didn’t vote for) they can only stay for 90 days rather than their usual six months which means that quite understandably they are upset and seriously considering selling their property and purchasing a new one elsewhere. In their letter, they suggest that Spain is being short sighted by introducing this regulation especially as they know of people in a similar situation who are spending money during the Spanish ‘down season’ and can’t understand why this rule is being enforced. Sadly, what they don’t appreciate - and it is quite difficult to fully
SAME RULE: These are the 26 Schengen member States. understand why this situation should exist - is that this is not Spain being difficult, but a rule established for every member of the Schengen zone. This means that British citizens who were allowed to stay almost indefinitely can now only spend 90 days out of 180 days across the Schengen zone This means that many of the more obvious choices for resettlement within relatively easy flying times from the UK and in the sunnier climates such as France, Greece, Italy, Malta and Portugal are in exactly the same situation as Spain.
Many other European Countries allow just 60 to 90 days visit unless you have a student visa and the only way round the problem is to purchase a Gold Visa (in Spain the minimum requirement is €500,000 in real estate) or to apply for residency which would allow you to travel between the UK and Spain. There are of course tax implications in taking residency in Spain, but as this couple have owned a property here since 2013, it may be an option but they would need to take advice from a local lawyer and be prepared for quite a long wait.
To read more stories like this go to ww.euroweeklynews.com
NEWS
www.euroweeklynews.com
20 - 26 May 2021
EWN
9
Three Ways To Avoid Paying Toll Asked to Provide Your Pin? THERE are three ways to avoid paying tolls on Span‐ ish roads and if you are in
one of these three groups, you will be able to drive through ‘scot‐free’ accord‐
FluBot Police Warning Issued POLICE in Spain have issued a FluBot virus alert. The virus arrives by SMS and can take over control of your mobile phone, and steal information including your banking details. The FluBot is a dangerous Trojan virus and to date a minimum of 60,000 Android devices have been attacked across the world. In Spain this has forced both National Police and the Mossos d’Esquadra to take to social media platforms in order to warn people about the malicious SMS message. FluBot has been seen in various countries around the world but has mainly cropped up in Spain, Germany, Italy, Hungary, the UK and in Poland. This does not mean that it will not be spreading to other countries around the globe though. The virus arrives on your phone by an SMS message alleging to be from a delivery company including Correos along with FedEx and DHL. In the message it is claimed that a package has been received and that the user needs to click on a link. At this point a fake tracking app is installed on the mobile device which sets out to steal personal data and credentials from the victim. The malware app steals both credentials and user’s contact details and then sends them to a remote server. The Trojan does not stop here though as it steals your contacts so it can then send infected SMS messages to all your friends and family. So far it is believed that around 11 million phone numbers have been collected in this manner. It is recommended that an antivirus app should be installed on mobile devices and that SMS links should not be clicked on.
ing to the DGT. The Spanish Government proposed in the Recovery, Transformation and Re‐ silience Plan sent to Brus‐ sels, a controversial mea‐ sure with which it intends to implement tolls on mo‐ torways and motorways from 2024, with the idea of dealing with the mainte‐ nance and upkeep of the Road Network of the State, which already has an accu‐ mulated deficit of some €8,000 million. However, those who are within one of these three groups will be free to use the pay road tolls, according to the DGT. Navarro said “for exam‐ ple, the daily commute due to work, the guy who has to take the highway every day to go to and from work, he is exempt from payment ‐ the trips required for study reasons as well ‐ also as an example, the grandmother, when she goes to the doc‐ tor, is also excluded. That is to say, that there is a certain margin of manoeuvre.”
IF you have ever been online shopping and you have been asked to provide your pin this may send shivers up your spine as we have always been taught, never give your pin number or password to any‐ one. The world of online shopping is changing though and online shopping protocols have been updated in a bid to make them more secure. This could even include being asked for digits of your PIN number. In recent years the use of
Online shopping changing. cash has diminished especially during the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic as many shops have pushed consumers to use their
Date Is Fixed For The End THE Plenary of the Congress of Deputies approved on Thursday May 13, the first Law on Climate Change and Energy Transition in Spain, which is designed to combat global warming and the greenhouse effect, and has as one of its main targets, the motor industry. A definite date was fixed during the session for the end of the sale of combustion engines in Spain, by the year 2040, meaning that no more petrol or diesel-powered vehicles will be sold after that date, including hybrids, with Article 14 of the law stating that every vehicle must be powered exclusively by energy that emits zero grams of carbon dioxide.
card rather than hand over cash in a bid to lower infection rates. According to the ‘Report on trends and innovation in means of payment’ which has been put together by the Pay‐ ment Innovation Hub, the use of debit and credit cards now totals 47 per cent of transac‐ tions made. In Spain alone in 2019 there were over 85 million cards in use and this number will un‐ doubtedly grow. Increased se‐ curity measures often termed ‘enhanced customer authorisa‐ tion’ can slow down the shop‐ ping process online, but are there to make things more se‐ cure for you and protect your money. When making a pur‐ chase online you could now be asked to provide two different pieces of information at a mini‐ mum. It is always worth remember‐ ing though that you should nev‐ er be asked for your full pin number, only for a couple of the digits. If you are asked for your full pin number, ensure that you never provide it.
To read more stories like this go to ww.euroweeklynews.com
10 EWN
www.euroweeklynews.com
20 - 26 May 2021
THE EUROWEEKLY NEWS is urg‐ ing its readers to support local businesses in the community by going local through the lock‐ down and for your all your shopping this year, instead of feeding online giants and su‐ perstores. During this lockdown, we challenge you to rediscover your local high streets, markets, butchers, greengrocers and all of the wonderfully quirky inde‐ pendent businesses in your area. Due to the Covid‐19 pandem‐ ic, you may have to support many local businesses by order‐ ing online and making use of any click and collect services they can operate if you are unable to get out due to health reasons or lockdown restrictions. The joy of shopping local means that independent busi‐ nesses can help support the lo‐ cal community. Although it may be a euro or two cheaper elsewhere or on‐ line, consider where your mon‐ ey is actually going. By shopping at an indepen‐ dent store you’re putting food on a local family’s table, and there is no better time than now to give back to your community by making a small gesture and
NEWS
GO LOCAL
shopping in this way. Many local stores support lo‐ cal charities, support and spon‐ sor local sports teams and in many cases the small indepen‐ dent stores are actually much more than just a small high street shop, they’re a family’s legacy, often passed down through numerous generations and support not just the current owner but the generation be‐ fore. For those stores which are new, that extra couple of euros spent there are supporting someone’s dream and ambition, and also the courage it took them to step out alone, which is no easy task. It takes quite a large chunk of money to set up an independent store and com‐ pete with the multinational and chains. So be sure to pre‐order your meat from a local butcher and
SPENDING LOCALLY: Will make a difference to the local economy. get your spuds from a local greengrocer, let us revive that community spirit and get to know our neighbours again. You could also consider pur‐ chasing gift vouchers from local
businesses to help them over the coming weeks, thinking out‐ side the box can often lead to some fantastic ideas. Why not buy a meal for two, an hour’s tattoo time at a local studio, a
hair cut at a local salon or an on‐ line study course for someone looking to change their career path. As people are struggling with finances thinking about what
friends and family may actually need is important too. Whilst it’s nice to give a glamourous gift perhaps pre‐paying a family member’s phone bill for the month would actually be a bet‐ ter gift. Helping people alleviate stress and worry , give the gift of peace of mind through these difficult times. Choosing to spend your money locally will really make a difference in the recovery of the local economy. When we buy local, our money stays local, and it strengthens the local economy in two ways. First, buying local keeps money circulating within the local econ‐ omy. Studies have shown that local businesses recirculate a greater share of every euro as they create locally owned supply chains and invest in their em‐ ployees. Data shows that local retailers return 52 per cent of their rev‐ enue back into the local econo‐ my, compared to just 14 per cent for national chain retailers. Money circulating through the local economy benefits everyone who is a part of each transaction. For example, let’s look at a local farmer growing produce. First, they sell to a local restaurant, which in turn prepares the fresh produce and sells it to local cus‐ tomers. The farmer pays its local employees and the restaurant uses revenue from sales to buy supplies from a neighbourhood hardware store. This example illustrates how the recirculation of money in the local economy leads to a stronger financial foundation for our neighbours and communi‐ ties. Buying local also fuels new employment and job opportuni‐ ties for people within our com‐ munity. Studies show, locally owned businesses employ more people per unit of sales and retain more employees over time. A fantas‐ tic example of how to support your local community is with a Charity Gift certificate, why not donate to your loved one’s favourite cause. Just remember to follow the latest government advice and any guidance businesses have to keep everyone safe.
NEWS
www.euroweeklynews.com
20 - 26 May 2021
New Cascading Radars ADMIT it, we have all been guilty of suddenly seeing a speed camera or radar on the roads, and immediate‐ ly hitting the vehicle’s brakes to slow down and avoid being hit with a speeding fine, and then speeding up again once we
have passed the camera. It was inevitable that the time would come when the authorities would get wise to this trick and bring out new technology to combat it, and they have, in the form of ‘cascading radars’. This is such a simple
A ‘Game-Changer’ IN what could be great news for travellers, British Airways are trialling a new Covid test which is said to be a ‘game changer’. The new coronavirus test has been created by Canary Global, a medical technology company. The test is called the Pelican Covid-19 antigen test, and staggeringly it will take only 25 seconds in order to produce its results. Raj Reddy, Canary Global’s chief executive, explained his hopes for the test and said, “We developed the test with the travel industry in mind, where speed, accuracy and ease of use are paramount. British Airways are set to be the first airline in the world to trial the new ultra-rapid test. Sean Doyle, the British Airways chief executive spoke of the company’s commitment to testing solutions and explained that the airline is, “committed to exploring easy and affordable testing solutions to help our customers travel again.”
method really, based on a second mobile kinemome‐ ter being positioned just a few metres after the first fixed‐radar, which, as soon as the driver accelerates away again, thinking he has passed the offending radar and can put his (or her) foot down, registers the vehicle’s speed and you are caught. It is sometimes known for traffic police to posi‐ tion two or three of these devices at times, separat‐ ed by a few kilometres, be‐ hind a warning sign. The DGT plans to incor‐ porate this system into their current network of radars located on the mo‐ torways and conventional roads of Spain, with 25,000km of road net‐ works being covered by around 1,500 radars and cameras located in sec‐ tions considered as dan‐ gerous throughout the country.
To read more stories like this go to ww.euroweeklynews.com
EWN 11
You Deserve Spain FORTY‐FIVE million tourists are expected this summer as Spain launches the Turespaña ‘You de‐ serve Spain’ campaign. The Min‐ ister of Industry, Tourism and
Trade, Reyes Maroto, has high‐ lighted the fact that the Spanish government expects Spain to re‐ ceive a staggering 45 million tourists this summer offering
Avoiding Blood Clots RECENTLY concern around blood clots and thrombosis has increased dramatically, but here are some foods to help you avoid the problem and help ease your mind. It is possible to help combat thrombosis by having some healthy lifestyle habits and certain foods can help you avoid a blood clot. According to experts at the Spanish heart foundation, thrombosis happens when a blood vessel is obstructed by a clot, they explained that, “it is made up of elements of the blood such as platelets, red blood cells and a connecting tissue called fibrin.” The foundation also highlighted the fact that a healthy lifestyle can be used to help prevent the worrying, but rare condition. They highlighted that, “daily aerobic exercise, a healthy Mediterranean diet low in animal fats, salt and, above all, sugar” can help prevent thrombosis. The Mediterranean diet is already known to have considerable health benefits as it includes food such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes and olive oil that can have a positive effect on cardiovascular health. These foods also affect blood cholesterol levels in a healthy manner. Other foods that help are garlic, beetroot, onions, soya and pistachios.
confidence, security and quality. The ongoing Coronavirus pan‐ demic has seriously affected tourism recently, but this sum‐ mer things are looking up accord‐ ing to Maroto, who has confi‐ dence in the vaccination plan. The Minister believes that conditions are now in place for Spain to be‐ gin welcoming tourists in a safe manner. The advertising cam‐ paign will be focused on position‐ ing Spain as the main holiday des‐ tination for foreign markets such as the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Sweden, Belgium, Poland and the Netherlands. The campaign though has come at a cost of around €8 million, but proves Spain’s commitment to bringing in tourists once again. In June the green digital cer‐ tificate is set to be launched which will aid travel within the European Union. It is believed that this, along with the vaccina‐ tion programme progress in Spain “will make it possible to convey certainty to international travellers and present Spain as a safe destination” commented Maroto.
12 EWN
20 - 26 May 2021
www.euroweeklynews.com
EUROPEAN PRESS
EUROPEAN NIBS DENMARK
FRANCE
Mini Golf
Please quit
AS lockdown eases so a new concept in dining with sports is being opened in Copenhagen called Camping. It’s a bar, burger restaurant and 14-hole mini-golf course all rolled into one building with the course designed by former European champion Anders Gudmundstuen.
THE French army’s chief of staff said that soldiers who had signed an open letter warning about the risk of civil war due to concessions to Muslims should resign from the Army as a matter of honour, but he did not threaten reprisals if they didn’t.
THE NETHERLANDS Falcon chicks
NORWAY Tractor protest
A PAIR of peregrine falcons who have taken over the bell tower of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam have surprised bird watchers firstly for settling in the centre of the city and secondly for producing two healthy chicks which they are currently feeding.
NORWEGIAN farmers drove their tractors to the Parliament Building in Oslo to show their anger at the fact that the government offered them less than half the amount of taxpayer support and subsidy they’d demanded whilst their cooperative leaders earn large salaries which farmers pay.
BELGIUM
FINLAND
Human Parcel
Parkinson’s study
EMERGENCY Services in the Flemish city of Mechelen were called in by a group of children after one of their friends, an 11-year-old boy had managed to shut himself in a Belgian Post Group parcel locker. He was freed unhurt by the fire brigade.
RESEARCHERS from the University of Helsinki have reported that following a study comparing infected and healthy patients, they believe that they have found the cause of Parkinson’s Disease which is due to the presence of hydrogen sulphide produced by intestinal bacteria which moves to the brain.
GERMANY Covid con POLICE in Germany are warning that there is a marked increase in the number of fake documents allegedly confirming that the holder has received two vaccinations against the virus. This means that potentially infected individuals could escape travel restrictions or access services that require negative tests.
SWEDEN Bear off A STUFFED bear, originally owned by King Oscar II in 1888 was donated to the Swedish Museum of Natural History and was loaned to the municipality of Rättvik 35 years ago. Now following a break-in, it has been stolen and its whereabouts are being sought by police.
FINANCE BUSINESS EXTRA Treasury requirement WITH effect from Friday May 14, tax advisers are required to declare to the Spanish Tax Agency details of new cross-border operations designed to mitigate tax obligations on behalf of their clients whilst confirming that they are neither illegal nor fraudulent.
Cheaper loans ANXIOUS to attract new customers, BBVA bank is slashing the interest rate charged on its Fast Online Loan business from 9.37 per cent to 3.97 per cent and potential borrowers will be able to apply to take advantage of this from now until June 9.
Better deal THE UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published a 56-page consultation document entitled A New Consumer Duty in which it explains how it intends to expand its existing rules to ensure firms in the financial sector provide a ‘higher level of consumer protection consistently.’
Iranian discussions IRAN’S Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif met with his Spanish counterpart Arancha González Laya in Madrid on May 13 at the start of a tour of different European Countries. They exchanged views on the latest state of relations between the two countries in various political and economic fields during the meeting. Reviewing the relations between the two countries in various areas, Zarif assessed the capacity of economic cooperation between them beyond the current condition and stressed the need to explore ways to expand cooperation in various economic fields by removing some existing obstacles.
STAT OF WEEK
www.euroweeklynews.com • 20 - 26 May 2021
€3.42 billion
is the turnover announced by Spanish telecom group Telefónica for the first quarter of 2021, slightly ahead of forecast.
Future ‘Britcoin’ Plan BRITAIN can use Brexit to build its own digital currency and experts believe it has the potential to boost the UK’s economy by an eye‐watering £90 billion, according to a re‐ port from the Express. And the CityUnited project is urging Boris Johnson and Rishi Sunak to be bold and think big as they look to a fu‐ ture in which e‐commerce will increasingly take centre‐ stage ‐ emphasising the po‐ tential for the UK to get a
massive head‐start on the Eu‐ ropean Union. China is already pushing ahead with its own plan to launch its Central Bank Digital Currency’ by the time of next year’s Beijing Winter Olympics ‐ and last month Mr Sunak announced the cre‐ ation of a task force aimed at exploring the possibility of Britain launching what he termed ‘Britcoin’. Lord Hannan of Kingsclere, who sits on the CityUnited
LEGALLY SPEAKING
project’s advisory board, said: “State‐backed digital curren‐ cies are coming: that is not in doubt. The question is whether another country will get there early enough to of‐ fer an alternative model to China’s ‐ a model more root‐ ed in the principles of privacy and private property. “Britain, with its concentra‐ tion of financial services ex‐ pertise, its fintech hub, and its common law system, is ideal‐ ly placed to be that country.”
CityUnited’s analysts be‐ lieve it is crucial that the UK is not left behind ‐ and has mapped out the way forward in its Aurora report, published last week. Specifically, it proposes a CBDC for the wholesale sec‐ tor, representing the bulk of UK banking transactions, in‐ volving the BoE and City insti‐ tutions, followed by further enhancements designed for the retail sector, improving cost and efficiency
Feel secure while abroad
When is income tax due? Last week’s EWN had an article saying that Spanish income tax would be due on amounts above €22,000. This amount refers to employees because their tax is deducted from their wage every month. I have always been under the impression ‐ and various websites agree ‐ that there is a tax‐free allowance of €8,100 for persons over 75 years old. Income tax is then paid on a sliding scale which starts at 19 per cent, depend‐ ing on amount earned. I have paid for the last 15 years. Have my accountants got it wrong?
Creditor offer DESPITE being declared bankrupt 12 years ago in September 2009, property developer and builder Nozar is still attempting to settle with creditors and has now received court permission to endeavour to reach an agreement whereby it will pay them €286 million.
14
T D (Costa Blanca) No, your accoun‐ tants have not got it YOU AND THE LAW wrong. The short ar‐ IN SPAIN ticle to which you re‐ fer was intended only to remind people that Spanish income tax is now payable in May and June. Only those persons who are employed at a salary less than €22,000 and have their tax already deducted will not have to make a declaration. The Tax Agency will do it for them and send them a provisional declaration for them to accept or amend if necessary. The article did not even touch upon the reductions and exemptions available to all taxpay‐ ers.
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.
DIXONS CARPHONE said that four becomes one as it rebrands back to the name first introduced in 1927 by bicycle shop (which sold radios), Cur‐ rys. With effect from October of this year, Currys PC World, Carphone Warehouse, Team Knowhow and Dixons Carphone become one brand. This is the latest move in a com‐ plete restructure which will see 300
ON May 12, the UK Depart‐ ment for Digital, Media Cul‐ ture and Sport wrote to the Premier League confirming that it had no objection to it rolling over its UK TV con‐ tracts. Under normal circum‐ stances the rights would have been put to open ten‐ der, but ministers said they were “minded” to grant an exclusion order due to the problems to football caused by the pandemic. The agreement of all the clubs and rights holders ‐ Sky Sports, BT Sport, Amazon Prime Video and BBC Sport ‐ means the existing three‐ year deal will be rolled over and run until 2025.
Amazon UK investment
Rest assured. WHEN you take a trip you should not have to worry about what might happen should you pass away. With Golden Leaves Funeral Plans you can rest assured that if you die away from home your remains will be returned to your place of residence, if that is your wish, at no addi‐ tional cost. As long as there are flights available, there are no limita‐ tions to which airports can be used for repatriation and there is no extra charge for trans‐ portation to get to the airport.
If you have travel insurance this usually includes repatria‐ tion. Golden Leaves would co‐ ordinate with the insurance company. Only if there were any extra costs would the next of kin be responsible. You could also cancel the plan and get a refund minus 20 per cent of the plan purchase price. The Funeral Plans also in‐ clude cover in Ireland. From anywhere in the world your relatives would simply need to make one call to Golden Leaves to put your desired plan into action.
www.goldenleavesinternational.com enquiries@goldenleaves.com Facebook: goldenleavesspain
Currying favour stores transformed, 13,000 uniforms upgraded and over 300 vehicle liver‐ ies changed in the UK and Ireland. Just one store in Edinburgh has al‐ ready been unveiled with the new livery. There will be a £190 million (€210
Premier League Football
million) increase in innovation invest‐ ment in 2021/22 in order to make shopping with Currys even easier for customers. Changes include: Talk tech with tech people. The re‐ tailer will invest nearly £25 million
AMAZON announced on May 14 that it will create more than 10,000 new permanent jobs in 2021, taking its total UK workforce to more than 55,000 people by the end of year. It also confirmed that it will invest £10 million (€11 million) over the next three years to train up to 5,000 employees in new skills and support the UK Govern‐ ment’s investment pro‐ gramme. This training will be of‐ fered through Amazon’s Ca‐ reer Choice programme, where the company pays course fees for its employees who have expressed an in‐ terest in pursuing a career outside of the company. (€27.5 million) over two years in skills, well‐being and reward pro‐ grammes for colleagues to enhance the experience for customers, in store and via ShopLive, the 24/7 live video shopping service. Currys will also launch RepairLive ‐ a market leading, virtual repair ser‐ vice to help get tech up and running again without the need for a home visit, which is currently being piloted.
16 EWN
www.euroweeklynews.com
20 - 26 May 2021
FINANCE, BUSINESS & LEGAL MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR MONEY WITH US
LONDON - FTSE 100
See our advert on previous page
C LOSING P RICES M AY 17
COMPANY PRICE(P) CHANGE(P) 3I Group 1.244,50 1.256,50 Admiral Group 2.942,0 2.954,0 Anglo American 3.290,5 3.317,0 Antofagasta 1.756,50 1.796,00 Ashtead Group 4.997,4 5.026,8 Associated British Foods 2.279,0 2.308,0 AstraZeneca 7.858,5 7.871,8 Auto Trader Group Plc 548,40 554,20 Avast 443,60 448,50 Aveva 3.180,0 3.248,0 Aviva 408,60 411,30 B&M European Value Retail SA572,80 579,20 BAE Systems 521,60 527,60 Bank VTB DRC 1,298 1,336 Barclays 180,29 182,34 Barratt Developments 767,80 776,33 Berkeley 4.727,0 4.763,7 BHP Group 2.205,50 2.237,50 BP 309,65 313,23 British American Tobacco 2.810,0 2.842,5 British Land Company 527,80 537,00 BT Group 165,42 165,95 Bunzl 2.307,9 2.314,7 Burberry Group 2.101,0 2.125,0 Carnival 1.585,3 1.624,7 Centrica 55,02 55,11 Coca Cola HBC AG 2.530,0 2.534,0 Compass 1.514,50 1.562,00 CRH 3.615,0 3.635,0 Croda Intl 6.500,0 6.556,0 DCC 6.040,0 6.064,0 Diageo 3.344,3 3.367,5 DS Smith 420,54 424,54 EasyJet 994,58 1.028,06 Experian 2.649,0 2.667,0 Ferguson 9.238,0 9.330,0 Flutter Entertainment 12.625,0 12.830,0 Fresnillo 890,14 908,36 GlaxoSmithKline 1.367,14 1.376,20 Glencore 323,30 327,50 Halma 2.490,0 2.517,0 Hargreaves Lansdown 1.723,00 1.742,93 Hikma Pharma 2.374,00 2.381,00 HSBC 442,60 444,55 IAG 194,22 199,50 Imperial Brands 1.592,00 1.605,50 Informa 556,00 564,40 InterContinental 4.907,0 5.006,0 Intermediate Capital 2.040,00 2.069,00 Intertek 5.846,0 5.900,0 ITV 128,08 129,49
% CHG. 1.240,00 2.934,9 3.278,5 1.748,00 4.976,9 2.278,0 7.842,8 547,60 442,16 3.174,5 408,46 566,40 521,60 1,298 180,25 767,00 4.727,0 2.199,00 309,22 2.805,0 526,00 161,70 2.302,0 2.093,0 1.585,3 54,23 2.518,4 1.511,50 3.609,0 6.488,0 6.032,0 3.339,9 419,90 993,80 2.642,0 9.226,0 12.580,0 886,76 1.364,80 322,45 2.487,0 1.719,00 2.368,00 442,25 193,76 1.585,00 555,40 4.906,0 2.038,00 5.818,0 127,70
NET VOL 40,40K 10,22K 198,50K 173,14K 3,54K 25,75K 9,94K 28,22K 34,85K 2,09K 182,67K 325,73K 446,58K 113,13K 989,27K 119,27K 9,88K 323,81K 487,35K 140,45K 220,86K 13,20M 5,79K 43,17K 36,59K 179,26K 2,16K 318,27K 45,25K 11,57K 1,16K 10,58K 23,27K 126,64K 59,17K 16,46K 10,37K 39,65K 78,71K 2,08M 23,97K 9,12K 6,95K 1,86M 3,31M 91,38K 76,22K 13,24K 22,86K 11,75K 140,42K
COMPANY
PRICE(P)
J Sainsbury Johnson Matthey Land Securities Legal & General Lloyds Banking London Stock Exchange Meggitt Melrose Industries Mondi National Grid NatWest Group Next Norilskiy Nikel ADR Ocado Persimmon Phoenix Prudential Reckitt Benckiser Relx Rentokil Rightmove Rio Tinto PLC Rolls-Royce Holdings Rosneft DRC Royal Dutch Shell A Royal Dutch Shell A Royal Dutch Shell B RSA Insurance Sage Samsung Electronics DRC Sberbank Schroders Scottish Mortgage Segro Severn Trent Smith & Nephew Smiths Group Spirax-Sarco Engineering SSE St. James’s Place Standard Chartered Standard Life Aberdeen Taylor Wimpey Tesco Tui Unilever United Utilities Vodafone Group PLC Whitbread WPP
262,80 3.243,0 728,18 282,40 48,22 7.218,0 494,10 162,15 1.923,00 934,57 192,64 8.094,0 36,85 1.948,50 3.141,0 737,71 1.518,00 6.362,0 1.854,00 470,10 574,20 6.142,3 104,39 7,21 1.401,4 1.401,00 1.344,2 683,90 643,40 1.756,50 16,38 3.528,0 1.140,89 1.001,00 2.511,0 1.520,50 1.561,00 12.140,0 1.545,78 1.374,50 497,90 270,20 176,50 231,85 423,60 4.304,4 985,60 141,07 3.129,0 979,80
CHANGE(P)
% CHG.
NET VOL
263,04 3.252,0 732,14 285,00 48,45 7.274,0 501,80 166,05 1.945,50 942,10 193,70 8.214,0 37,17 2.002,00 3.177,4 740,60 1.531,50 6.384,0 1.860,50 473,70 580,20 6.205,0 108,36 7,35 1.419,2 1.417,90 1.360,5 684,10 650,60 1.762,50 16,51 3.550,0 1.150,00 1.005,50 2.540,0 1.529,00 1.573,00 12.285,0 1.552,45 1.381,50 506,20 272,50 179,35 232,13 432,50 4.924,0 996,00 142,06 3.205,0 987,80
259,20 3.234,0 726,25 282,30 48,10 7.206,0 491,60 161,95 1.919,50 934,00 191,85 8.070,0 36,71 1.948,50 3.140,0 735,20 1.516,50 6.339,0 1.850,50 469,30 572,40 6.129,9 104,26 7,21 1.399,6 1.399,50 1.342,6 683,80 641,20 1.753,00 16,35 3.517,0 1.134,39 1.000,50 2.511,0 1.517,50 1.559,50 12.125,0 1.538,00 1.374,50 497,50 270,10 175,65 231,15 423,10 4.289,9 984,80 140,17 3.128,0 979,00
106,69K 13,22K 10,14K 179,23K 18,54M 50,66K 124,78K 588,98K 32,05K 346,25K 794,11K 8,48K 39,59K 71,47K 2,75K 30,11K 197,45K 51,63K 71,04K 150,92K 100,52K 17,17K 1,88M 86,58K 223,15K 223,15K 71,16K 4,29K 127,92K 1,61K 266,09K 4,02K 294,70K 37,94K 31,38K 73,62K 10,86K 3,21K 51,01K 21,46K 635,49K 59,20K 600,89K 310,61K 664,00K 21,82K 46,29K 394,27K 26,98K 106,98K
1.16132
0.86155
Units per €
US dollar (USD) ........................................1.2133 Japan yen (JPY)......................................132.555 Switzerland franc (CHF) ...........................1.0950 Denmark kroner (DKK) .............................7.4362 Norway kroner (NOK) ...............................10.030
currenciesdirect.com/marbella • Tel: +34 952 906 581 THE ABOVE TABLE USES THE CURRENT INTERBANK EXCHANGE RATES, WHICH AREN’T REPRESENTATIVE OF THE RATE WE OFFER
DOW JONES C LOSING P RICES M AY 17
COMPANY 3M Alphabet C Amazon.com Amgen Apple Boeing Caterpillar Chevron Cisco Coca-Cola Facebook Goldman Sachs Home Depot Honeywell IBM Intel J&J JPMorgan McDonald’s Merck&Co Microsoft Nike Procter&Gamble Salesforce.com Tesla UnitedHealth Verizon Visa A Walmart Walt Disney
PRICE 204,38 2.316,16 3.222,90 251,38 127,45 228,47 242,23 109,47 52,90 54,73 315,94 368,77 323,63 227,36 144,68 55,35 170,22 164,01 231,72 78,29 248,15 135,93 138,01 217,66 589,74 409,80 58,69 226,94 139,52 173,70
CHANGE 205,12 2.321,14 3.228,86 254,59 127,89 228,81 243,35 109,82 53,22 55,10 316,85 369,51 327,32 228,23 145,69 55,85 171,61 164,45 232,64 79,15 249,18 136,68 139,10 218,27 592,87 412,59 59,26 227,51 140,24 174,91
CHANGE% VOLUME(M) 203,01 1,48M 2.283,32 1,33M 3.183,00 3,33M 251,15 2,29M 125,85 81,92M 224,35 10,16M 240,08 2,04M 107,80 9,12M 52,60 14,79M 54,69 11,73M 309,08 19,25M 361,70 2,73M 321,86 4,00M 224,85 2,08M 143,96 2,75M 54,26 28,16M 170,17 5,80M 161,99 10,58M 230,47 1,94M 78,22 7,89M 245,49 23,90M 134,05 4,37M 137,67 5,99M 214,15 4,43M 570,46 33,37M 408,50 2,07M 58,67 13,77M 224,92 4,78M 138,43 5,36M 168,78 33,15M M - MILLION DOLLARS
NASDAQ C LOSING P RICES M AY 17
COMPANY
CHANGE NET / %
VOLUME
Most Advanced Booking Holdings Inc. Amazon.com Inc. Alphabet Inc. Cl C E-Home Household Service Holdings Ltd. Alphabet Inc. Cl A Broadcom Inc. 8% Pfd. Series A MicroStrategy Inc. MercadoLibre Inc. Charter Communications Inc. Cl A First Citizens Bancshares Inc. Cl A ASML Holding N.V.
+3.41% +1.94% +2.40% +1,100% +2.21% +2.80% +6.81% +2.04% +3.66% +2.94% +3.96%
340,396 3.33M 1.33M 1.66M 1.60M 4,637 561,638 473,013 1.09M 40,448 1.33M
-2.54% -0.58% -17.84% -10.33% -7.00% -29.74% -17.31% -4.78% -0.92% -0.66% -10.65%
11.75M 5,965 988,908 56,122 902,161 563,471 217,236 5,389 237,425 3,716 308,541
Most Declined Coinbase Global Inc. Atrion Corp. VOXX International Corp. Cl A Big Rock Partners Acquisition Corp. AbCellera Biologics Inc. Data Storage Corp. Save Foods Inc. Midwest Holding Inc. Casey's General Stores Inc. Hingham Institution for Savings AudioEye Inc.
FINANCE, BUSINESS & LEGAL
www.euroweeklynews.com
Consum has good 2020
GENERAL DIRECTOR: Juan Luis Durich announced the company’s 2020 figures. THE supermarket chain Con‐ sum which has a major pres‐ ence in Valencia, Murcia and Catalonia announced 2020 turnover of €3.3249 billion, 13.3 per cent more than the previous year. According to General Direc‐ tor of the cooperative, Juan Luis Durich overall growth dur‐ ing the year was 10.4 per cent which is 7 per cent more than the average for the food distri‐ bution sector in Spain and profits reached €65.5 million. The organisation is commit‐ ted to expand the number of Consum and Charter stores and also to build its online presence which is currently running at a loss with turnover of just €44.5 million. The year 2020 was a much better one than originally fore‐ cast and turnover benefited from the lockdown with more customers visiting town and
city‐based outlets even though typical holiday destinations saw a reduction in sales. The cooperative is now the sixth largest supermarket chain in Spain and its 2020 figures showed greater growth than many of its com‐ petitors which is why it is committed to continue to ex‐ pand with at least 37 new su‐ permarkets opening in 2021, together with a refurbish‐ ment of 44. It currently employs 17,386 members of staff (an increase of 1,355 over 2019) of which some 72 per cent are women and 92 per cent are on some form of permanent contract. Like John Lewis & Partners in the UK, staff are also owners of the business and in 2020, Consum distributed €71.5 mil‐ lion shared between worker members and bonuses. Looking forward Consum
Climate Change Act AS the Spanish Parliament ratified the Climate Change and Energy Transition Act on May 13, it joins three other countries which now ban the search for new hydrocarbon resources. Nicolas Entrup, Co-Director of International Relations at OceanCare, an international organisation for the protection of marine wildlife and its environment commented: “We applaud the Spanish Government and Parliament for today’s decision to ban oil and gas exploration. “Spain is now within the group of progressive countries that are committed to putting an end to the era of fossil fuels and moving towards the decarbonisation of the economy, in compliance with the Paris Agreement.”
will continue to expand, but does not expect 2021 to be quite as successful as 2020.
BUSINESS EXTRA Looking up IN its annual report, the Bank of Spain says it expects to see the Spanish economy start to recover in the second half of 2021, but much depends on speed of vaccination and recovery of tourism whilst 2022 will see the bonus of the delayed EU Recovery funds.
Bank salaries SPANISH Minister of Economic Affairs, Nadia Calviño, has confirmed her belief that the salaries and benefits granted to senior managers in the financial sector should not just be linked to financial targets but also to the earnings of other employees and the quality of service offered to customers.
Backing Argentina SPAIN’S Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez confirmed that his government supports the renegotiation of Argentina’s $45 billion (€37 billion) debt with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) saying that the penalties damage Argentina’s economic and financial situation following a meeting with President Alberto Fernandez in Madrid.
20 - 26 May 2021
EWN 17
18 EWN
www.euroweeklynews.com
20 - 26 May 2021
FEATURE
Violence is never the answer
LEAPY LEE SAYS IT OTHERS THINK IT DELIGHTED to see the opening of the GB News channel is now imminent. Andrew Neil, who left the BBC under a cloud after his popular show was dropped by the BBC, is spearheading this new channel, which promises to appeal to the ‘broad, proportionate spectrum of everyday people’ and to broadcast its news content with impartiality rather than the ‘biased woke wonders at the anti‐British BBC.’ The channel will broadcast for 24 hours and is being received with great enthusiasm by the general public. Thousands of Tweets have been posted; large numbers have accused the BBC of being out of touch with the larger portion of the British public. Others have pointed out that its reversed racism policies are so woke orientated it is driving the people to despair. Well I can’t wait either. Sky news is no better. I see no reason why GB News shouldn’t take millions of viewers from both of these left wing leaning programmes. Let’s hope they will finally be able to overcome the bias and stifling of the freedom of speech, which has been gagging the true feelings and
NEW CHANNEL: Will appeal to everyday people. opinions of the British public far too long. They could start with a fair assessment of the tragic Israeli Palestine conflict, which has once again erupted into open bloody warfare. I’m not going to go into the whole history, or indeed give any views on this border/state issue; it is much too complex and would take far too long. What I have witnessed once again is the
utterly biased reporting from the BBC. Without doubt, were Israel not the possessors of their anti‐missile defences, the sheer numbers of rockets launched indiscriminately into the country by Hamas, would by now have killed or maimed thousands of their citizens. Israel retaliated to the first onslaught from Hamas, by firing back as discriminately as possible against an enemy that uses
mainly civilian areas to launch its attacks. Without the protection of an anti‐ missile system, of course the Palestinians are receiving far higher numbers of casualties than the Israelis. The BBC has pounced on these figures, presenting a constant stream of biased propaganda to once again demonstrate the ‘unfair’ superiority of ‘bullying’ Israeli which is costing the lives of so many innocent
women and children in Palestine. Almost every report that comes out shows the carnage and destruction being wrought on the Palestinian people. Far less reporting comes out of Israel and if it does it is often carefully vetted to show leading Israeli figures reiterating their intention to ‘wipe out the threat of Hamas’ altogether. Well, let us all hope and pray the awful escalation of this conflict is reversed as quickly as possible and the tragic loss of civilian lives halted before too many more women and children give their lives to a cause which will NEVER be resolved by violence. Dialogue is the only way out of this awful bloody mire, but with the Arab population committed to the complete destruction of the state of Israel, frankly I don’t hold too much hope for any of that in the foreseeable future. Keep the Faith. Love Leapy. leapylee2002@gmail.com expatradioscotland. Mon. Wed. Fri. To read more articles from our columnists and to have your say in the comments go to www.euroweeklynews.com
Leapy Lee’s opinions are his own and are not necessarily representative of those of the publishers, advertisers or sponsors.
6:15pm 7:00pm
Pointless BBC News at Six BBC London News The One Show A Question of Sport Would I Lie to You? EastEnders Have I Got News for You This Time with Alan Partridge BBC News at Ten
6:15pm 7:00pm
5:00pm
12:45am
Money for Nothing Escape to the Country Garden Rescue BBC News BBC London News Weather Celebrity Mastermind Pointless Celebrities I Can See Your Voice Eurovision Song Contest 2021 BBC News Escape to the Country Frozen Dynasties BBC News BBC London News Weather Countryfile Antiques Roadshow Call the Midwife The Pursuit of Love BBC News BBC London News
2:00pm
SUNDAY 23/05
3:05pm 3:50pm 5:20pm 6:20pm 6:40pm 6:45pm 6:50pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:20pm 5:30pm 6:15pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:35pm 9:05pm 9:25pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:40pm 11:45pm
Antiques Road Trip Pointless BBC News at Six BBC London News The One Show Garden Rescue EastEnders Fawlty Towers The Pact BBC News at Ten Weather Starstruck
6:15pm 7:00pm
5:30pm 6:15pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 8:50pm 9:30pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:30pm
Antiques Road Trip Pointless BBC News at Six BBC London News The One Show EastEnders Holby City For Love or Money The Pact BBC News at Ten Regional News and Weather
5:45pm 6:15pm 7:00pm
7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm
BBC News at Six BBC London News The One Show Are You Scared Yet, Human? The Repair Shop The Great British Sewing Bee BBC News at Ten Regional News and Weather Weather
5:45pm 6:15pm 7:00pm
FRIDAY 21/05
THURSDAY 20/05
Pointless BBC News at Six BBC London News The One Show EastEnders Dragons' Den Subnormal: A British Scandal BBC News at Ten Regional News Weather Question Time
MONDAY 24/05
6:15pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:35pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:30pm 11:40pm 11:45pm 6:15pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:35pm 9:05pm 9:35pm 10:00pm 10:30pm
WEDNESDAY 26/05
TUESDAY 25/05
SATURDAY 22/05
11:00pm 3:50pm 4:50pm 5:35pm 6:35pm 6:45pm 6:48pm 6:50pm 7:25pm 8:10pm 9:00pm
9:30pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:30pm 11:40pm
7:30pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:30pm
7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm
6:00pm 7:00pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 10:30pm 12:00am 1:55am
3:00pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm
7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 10:30pm 11:00pm
7:30pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:45pm
7:30pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm
Flog It! Richard Osman's House of Games Great British Railway Journeys The Best of RHS Chelsea Flower Show Great British Menu: The Finals Saved by a Stranger Mock the Week Mandy
8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm
Flog It! Richard Osman's House of Games Great British Railway Journeys MOTDx Inside Culture with Mary Beard Great British Menu: The Finals Gardeners' World Later - with Jools Holland
8:00pm
The Frozen North: Our Wild Adventures All That Glitters: Britain's Next Jewellery Star The Octopus in My House Natural World Dad's Army The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society African Apocalypse Loving Margin Call
8:00pm 9:00pm
Great British Menu: The Finals Swimming: European Championships Flog It! Final Score Saving Lives at Sea Athletics: Diamond League Gateshead Gods of Snooker The Crucible: 40 Golden Snooker Years
8:00pm 9:00pm
Flog It! Richard Osman's House of Games Great British Railway Journeys Nigellissima Between the Covers Your Home Made Perfect Motherland Inside No 9 Have I Got a Bit More News for You
8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 10:00pm
Eggheads Flog It! Richard Osman's House of Games Great British Railway Journeys HS2: The Biggest Dig - The People's Story Springwatch 2021 Hospital QI XL Newsnight
8:00pm
Eggheads Flog It! Richard Osman's House of Games Great British Railway Journeys HS2: The Biggest Dig - The People's Story Springwatch 2021 The Black American Fight for Freedom Live at the Apollo
8:00pm
11:05pm 1:00am
2:30am 3:00am 3:30am
9:00pm 9:30pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 12:30am 1:30am 2:30am 3:30am 4:00am
10:00pm 10:45pm 11:30pm
12:30am 1:30am 2:30am
10:00pm 11:00pm 12:00am
11:00pm 12:00am 1:00am 1:30am
8:30pm 9:00pm 9:30pm 10:00pm
11:00pm 11:55pm
8:30pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 12:00am 1:00am 1:45am 2:30am
Canal Boat Diaries The Joy of Painting Eurovision Song Contest 2021 FilmTea with Mussolini Delia Derbyshire: The Myths and the Legendary Tapes The Joy of Painting Canal Boat Diaries Extra Life: A Short History of Living Longer
11:00am
Live Monaco F1 GP: Practice 1 Lewis Hamilton in Bahrain Gtr Race Feature Live Monaco F2: Qualifying Live PGA Championship Golf Live NBA Play-In Tournament Game 3 20.05
3:10pm 4:00pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:30pm
Countdown The Answer Trap A Place in the Sun Four in a Bed Beat the Chef The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News The Dog House Taskmaster We Are Lady Parts Gogglebox
6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm
Sings Bacharach and David! Top of the Pops: 1991 Top of the Pops: 1991 The A-Z of Eurovision Eurovision at 60 ABBA at the BBC Sings Bacharach and David! The A-Z of Eurovision Top of the Pops: 1991 Top of the Pops: 1991
4:00pm 4:59pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:30pm 11:20pm 11:50pm 12:05am
Tenable ITV London Weather Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV Evening News Emmerdale Coronation Street Van der Valk ITV News ITV News London The Jonathan Ross Show
5:00pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm
A Place in the Sun Four in a Bed Beat the Chef The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Unreported World Tom Allen's Quizness Gogglebox 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown Film: A Quiet Place
6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 9:00pm
Francesco's Venice Michael Palin's New Europe Blinded: Those Who Kill Blinded: Those Who Kill Catching History's Criminals: The Forensics Story The Killing The Killing The Killing
2:50pm 4:45pm 5:15pm 7:30pm 7:45pm 8:00pm 8:30pm
Midsomer Murders You've Been Framed! Jurassic World ITV News and Weather ITV News London In for a Penny Alan Carr's Epic Gameshow - Celebrity Special Game of Talents The Jonathan Ross Show ITV News and Weather
3:10pm 3:40pm
Four in a Bed Johnny Vegas: Carry on Glamping Channel 4 News Heineken Champions Cup Rugby Union The Great Garden Revolution Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix Qualifying Highlights Sicario 2: Soldado Hitman: Agent 47
5:15pm 5:20pm
John Williams at the BBC Sound Waves: The Symphony of Physics Dark Matter: A History of the Afrofuture African Renaissance: When Art Meets Power The Great Butterfly Adventure: Africa to Britain with the Painted Lady
4:50pm 6:55pm
Midsomer Murders The Chase Celebrity Special ITV News and Weather ITV News London Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald ITV News and Weather ITV London Weather Joanna Lumley's Hidden Caribbean: Havana to Haiti
1:30pm 2:00pm 2:25pm 2:55pm 4:55pm 5:55pm 7:00pm 7:30pm
The Simpsons The Simpsons The Simpsons Dragonheart A Place in the Sun Hire My Home Channel 4 News Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix Highlights SAS: Who Dares Wins Fargo Allied
6:55pm 7:00pm 7:30pm
Canal Boat Diaries The Joy of Painting Fake or Fortune? Great British Photography Challenge Mark Lawson Talks to David Bailey Britain in Focus: A Photographic History What Do Artists Do All Day? The Joy of Painting
4:59pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm
ITV London Weather Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV Evening News Emmerdale Coronation Street Alan Titchmarsh: Spring into Summer Coronation Street Long Lost Family: Born Without Trace
4:00pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 9:30pm
The Answer Trap A Place in the Sun Four in a Bed Beat the Chef The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Food Unwrapped Cook Clever, Waste Less with Prue & Rupy Year of Corona Gogglebox
3:15pm 5:00pm
Canals: The Making of a Nation The Joy of Painting Yes, Minister To the Manor Born Ian Hislop's Olden Days The Power of the Past in Britain Extra Life: A Short History of Living Longer Horizon: The Power of the Placebo
6:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm
The Chase ITV News London ITV Evening News Emmerdale Ainsley's Mediterranean Cookbook Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Long Lost Family: Born Without Trace ITV News at Ten ITV News London
3:10pm 4:00pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm
Countdown The Answer Trap A Place in the Sun Four in a Bed Beat the Chef The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Bake Off: The Professionals The Money Maker Naked Attraction's Best Naughty Bits
6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm
Canals: The Making of a Nation The Joy of Painting Skies Above Britain Blitz: The Bombs That Changed Britain Cold War, Hot Jets Great British Photography Challenge Blinded: Those Who Kill Blinded: Those Who Kill The Joy of Painting
6:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm
The Chase ITV News London ITV Evening News Emmerdale Coronation Street Martin Lewis' Extreme Savers Coronation Street Long Lost Family: Born Without Trace ITV News at Ten ITV News London
4:00pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 9:00pm
The Answer Trap A Place in the Sun Four in a Bed Beat the Chef The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Location, Location, Location Before We Die Johnny Vegas: Carry on Glamping
6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm
12:45pm 1:05pm 1:15pm 2:05pm 1:00am
9:30pm 10:35pm 11:30pm
7:55pm 8:15pm 8:30pm 11:00pm 11:19pm 11:20pm
9:30pm 10:00pm
9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:30pm
9:30pm 10:00pm 11:00pm 11:30pm
12:05am
4:45pm 5:15pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:30pm 12:50am
10:00pm 11:00pm 12:15am
10:00pm 11:30pm
10:00pm 11:00pm
9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm
10:00pm 11:00pm
6:40pm 6:45pm 7:35pm 8:30pm 10:00pm 11:00pm
9:00pm 10:00pm 11:05pm 11:55pm
6:00pm 6:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm
9:00pm 10:00pm 11:00pm
9:00pm 10:00pm 11:30pm
5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight How to Garden with Carol Klein Kew Gardens: A Year In Bloom Escape to the Farm with Kate Humble The World's Most Expensive Hotels
11:00am
5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight The Balmoral Hotel Gregg Wallace's Big Weekend Away The World's Most Scenic Railway Journeys Britain's Favourite 90s Songs
11:35am
5 News Update FilmThe Glenn Miller Story 5 News Weekend Cruising with Jane McDonald Our Yorkshire Farm Harry & Meghan: 3 Troubled Years The Queen Mother: The Early Years Live Boxing
11:30am
5 News Update Stand by Me The Great British CakeOff Bargain-Loving Brits in Blackpool Cruising with Jane McDonald Gibraltar: Britain in the Sun Britain's Favourite 90s Songs
1:00pm
A Wedding to Die For Bargain Loving Brits in the Sun 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight The World's Most Scenic Railway Journeys Traffic Cops A&E After Dark Casualty 24/7
11:00am 12:00pm 1:00pm
5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Dream Kitchens and Bathrooms with Mark Millar The Yorkshire Vet Our Yorkshire Farm Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild
11:00am 12:00pm 1:00pm
5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Gregg Wallace's Big Weekend Away Greggs: How Do They Do It Broadmoor's Most Notorious Inside the Force: 24/7
12:00pm 1:00pm 2:00pm 3:00pm 4:00pm 5:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 8:00pm
12:45pm 1:05pm 1:15pm 2:05pm 1:00am
12:40pm 1:00pm 2:00pm 8:30pm 11:15pm 1:00am
11:40am 11:45am 1:10pm 2:00pm 4:30pm 6:15pm 9:00pm 1:00am
1:30pm 2:55pm 4:50pm 8:00pm 1:00am
5:00pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 8:00pm 11:00pm
5:00pm 6:00pm 6:30pm 8:00pm 11:00pm
11:00pm 12:00am
Live Monaco F1 GP: Practice 1 Lewis Hamilton in Bahrain Gtr Race Feature Live Monaco F2: Qualifying Live PGA Championship Golf Live NBA Play-In Tournament Game 3 20.05 Live Monaco F2: Sprint Race 1 Lewis Hamilton in Bahrain Sky Sports News Live PGA Championship Golf Live EFL Live PGA Championship Golf NFL: Total Access Brundle On Schumacher Ted's Story Of Ferrari Live Monaco F1 GP: Practice 3 Sports Saturday Live Formula 1 Live EFL Live EFL Live PGA Championship Golf Sky Sports News Ted's Quali Notebook: Monaco Live Grand Prix Sunday Monaco Live Monaco F1 Grand Prix Live Renault Super Sunday Live PGA Championship Golf Sky Sports News The Football Show The Football Show Live World Pool Masters Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Live World Pool Masters Scottish Premiership Live Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Live World Pool Masters Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Live World Pool Masters Live Premier League Darts The United Way Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Sky Sports News Live Premier League Darts Sky Sports News Sky Sports News
The schedules for the television programme pages are provided by an external company: we regret that any changes or errors are not the responsibility of Euro Weekly News.
FEATURE
www.euroweeklynews.com
20 - 26 May 2021
EWN 21
Advertising Feature
Say goodbye to the sun tax and hello to cheaper electricity THE recent removal of Spain’s infa‐ mous ‘sun tax’ has paved the way for businesses and homeowners alike to generate their own electricity and make huge savings with solar PV pan‐ els. Previously, the taxes levied on those who chose to generate their own solar energy, coupled with the cumbersome paperwork and legislation, made the use of solar PV panels a prohibitive op‐ tion. Now that’s all changed and owners of both commercial and residential buildings are able to install solar roof panels and produce electricity without any additional taxes being imposed. The changes even go a stage further, al‐ lowing consumers to be reimbursed for any surplus they generate. But what does installing and using solar PV panels involve and what are the benefits? Martin Tye, CEO of Spain’s leading green energy company explains all. “Solar PV panels are a fantastic in‐
SOLAR PANELS: Require very little maintenance.
ROOF PANELS: Are a fantastic long term investment. vestment as they result in massive cost savings, not just in the short term but in the long term too. Our solar PV pan‐ els come with a 20‐year fully compre‐ hensive guarantee so you have peace of mind that they will stand the test of time and continue to save you mon‐
ey,” Martin explained. For those considering solar panels the first step is a survey of the roof, so that the design of the installation can be made. “We use satellite technology that is so accurate we don’t actually need to
visit the property to conduct the survey. This makes it a much more efficient process.” Once designed and produced the Mariposa Energía team installs the roof panels and takes care of all the registra‐ tion paperwork. They also provide full maintenance support, although as Mar‐ tin explains, solar panels actually need very little maintenance. “We take care of the entire process
and pride ourselves on excellent cus‐ tomer service, making it a smooth and easy process for anyone considering so‐ lar panels. As soon as the panels are in‐ stalled our customers see their energy bills dramatically reduce.” And it’s not just money that the solar panels help to save. As a clean, green and completely renewable source of electricity, solar panels also help to save the future of our planet.
Reduce your costs and your energy bills with solar PV panels. Contact the friendly Mariposa Energía team today to find out more: call +34 951 120 830, email info@mariposaenergia.es or visit www. mariposaenergia.es
22 EWN
www.euroweeklynews.com
20 - 26 May 2021
DAVID WORBOYS “NO man is an island,” declared John Donne, referring to the human race. Most of us are more complete and more fulfilled when considering ourself as part of a community. In fact, it can be extended to part of humanity as a whole. As Eckhart Tolle puts it, “each human being is an integral part of the collective human intelligence.” And, we are not only connected to all other humans but also to animals, birds, ma‐ rine life, reptiles, insects and plants ‐ in other words all forms of life. All this makes up universal intelligence. If this be the case, why would one person ever want to inflict pain, cruelty or humiliation upon a fellow being, be it a human, a camel or a toad? It must be because he (or she) can see no connec‐ tion whatsoever with anybody he does not know or does not like, let alone ani‐ mals. He cannot imagine how he would feel enduring the same torment he is in‐ flicting. This is why most terrorists feels no remorse and no compassion for their victims in Court. I have used the word ‘he’ because al‐ most all of the significant acts of war, ag‐
FEATURE
NO MAN IS AN ISLAND
ABJECT FAILURE: Queen Mary and Rosemary West tried to fly the flag for women’s equality. gression, torture and physical crime have been perpetrated by men and not women. Fortunately, attempts by Queen Mary and Rosemary West to fly the flag for women’s equality have so far been an abject failure. By nature, most of us identify our‐ selves as part of a community, large or
small, but always exclusive. We may be of Malay extraction, a Swiss citizen, a Muslim, a Tutsi, an aristocrat, a mem‐ ber of a club, a socialist or a Millwall sup‐ porter. We perceive those outside these categories as different. Differences are the essence of our existence. How boring it would be if ev‐
erybody were alike in appearance, man‐ nerisms, tastes and beliefs. But, all too often, people who are different are seen as targets who should be humiliat‐ ed or, if possible, converted ‐ or other‐ wise eliminated. But why should differ‐ ences not be celebrated rather than treated with suspicion or hostility?
Communities are defined by the tone of their skin or the shape of their eyes, nose or lips, but not by the colour of their eyes or hair. This is probably be‐ cause the customs and general appear‐ ance of blue‐eyed blonde Caucasians is not sufficiently different from those with brown eyes and dark hair. Daesh, hate crimes, terrorism, racial discrimination, jingoism, genocide, reli‐ gious persecution, attacks on West Ham supporters, snobbishness and hu‐ miliation. If everybody recognised that we all belong to each other as part of the integrated essence of our planet, such attitudes would be seen, not merely as self‐destructive, but as point‐ less. The only two examples I have named are women. But how can anybody not imagine how they would themselves feel being burned alive for their faith or tortured to death as a child?
To read more articles from our columnists and to have your say in the comments go to www.euroweeklynews.com
David Worboys’s opinions are his own and are not necessarily representative of those of the publishers, advertisers or sponsors.
Advertising Feature
The product everyone is talking about DO YOU OR A FRIEND HAVE A SWIMMING POOL? If so then you’ll probably come across the most common problem of staining around the top of your liner, tiled or fibreglass pool from suntan lotion or just daily grime that you can’t re‐ move resulting in having to re‐ place in total. NOT ANY MORE. Border Choice Ltd have been deliver‐ ing their pool borders around the World for 15 years to help their customers’ pools look like new and save a lot of money. They manufacture their own products and test them in extreme heat under tough conditions to make sure they will suit your require‐ ments.
POOLS: Can look like new.
EA S Y C L EA N A N D EA S Y F I T . The borders have an easy wipe coating so you can remove suntan lotions effortlessly and any grime but also have been designed so they are easy to
fit with their self adhesive backing strips for any size of swimming pool. WE DO EASY FIT MOTIFS TOO. The Motifs are a very quick fit and no need to take
out the water, just glide them into the bottom of your pool to add that Bespoke look or cover up any bad stains. 2 0 % O F F, W I T H A V E R Y LARGE CHOICE OF DESIGNS.
The team at Border Choice do all their own designing, so you not only get fresh up‐to‐date styles, but also they can make a Bespoke design to suit your pool.
EASY TO ORDER ONLINE. At www.borderchoice.com. We look forward to helping you make your swimming pool LOOK LIKE NEW AGAIN.
FEATURE
www.euroweeklynews.com
Christina Sharp GLOBELINK INTERNATIONAL christina@globelink.co.uk.
COVID remains centre stage, im‐ pacting the lives of millions and immeasurably changing the travel landscape. Yet there’s a distinct ripple of travel opti‐ mism on the horizon. Spain plans welcoming visitors from June, pending a digital health certificate pilot at Spanish airports through May, according to Spain’s Tourism Minister, at the World Travel & Tourism Council summit. The UK’s FCDO also unveiled their first traffic light country list for Brits ‐ re‐ viewed every three weeks. Read more about the breaking news on traffic light system. It’s time to cautiously book those long‐awaited trips to fami‐ ly and friends abroad. What travel lessons can we learn from 2020? Here’s how to avoid traveller pitfalls.
20 - 26 May 2021
EWN 23
Your Guide to Travelling in 2021 Passport It’s probably a while since you used it! Check it’s still valid ‐ some locations require six months left on your passport from your date of arrival. The right destination If we learnt anything in 2020 it’s that things are unpre‐ dictable. You must regularly check local Government travel advice and those of your chosen location. Your trip depends on it. Booking Select an operator with an up‐ front, no quibble refund/ reschedule option to save stress and cash if your trip can’t go ahead due to Covid restrictions. Travel Insurance won’t cover lockdowns. Accommodation Book early. There may be less choice and reduced capacity. Consider opting for private space with less footfall, like a
PROTECT YOURSELF: With free Covid cover included. villa, or apartment. Protect Yourself with Travel Insurance All insurance varies and many don’t cover pandemics. The good news is, whilst other insurers paired‐back cover, Globelink en‐ hanced policies to include free Covid cover if you catch Covid before you travel and during your trip, including travel com‐ panions and anyone you’re due to stay with. Read more here. If
you can’t travel yet ‐ that’s ok ‐ chose annual cover with a future Start Date (remember Cancella‐ tion protection won’t commence until your start date). Trip Itinerary Venues and attractions may be closed, have reduced capacity and will almost certainly require advanced booking. Hand luggage Latest 2021 essentials include spare face coverings, travel size hand sanitiser and antibacterial wipes! Health Declarations / Covid Tests Check for advanced health declaration requirements, like Covid ‘PCR’ within 72 hours of travel. It’s up to you to check de‐ parture requirements from your location and entry requirements to your destination. Special Airport Assistance You can still book support, like
buggy/wheelchair assistance, but you should pre‐book in advance. At the Airport Many airports are restricting entry only to those who are trav‐ elling. Almost all locations re‐ quire face coverings inside the airport and on the plane. You may need to pre‐book check‐in security slots. Temperature checks Most airports have tempera‐ ture check requirements. You won’t be permitted to travel if you fail temperature checks. Glo‐ belink Covid Insurance will have you covered though. Arrival at Destination Be prepared. Know require‐ ments or restrictions in your chosen location, eg: Covid test requirements; provision of con‐ tact details; self‐isolation; cur‐ fews; reduced shop and restau‐ rant opening; restricted local travel.
Wherever you’re going, we look forward to welcoming you back. Visit www.globelink.eu, or call our linkline Spain number 518 880 332
EW YOUR PAPER - YOUR VOICE - YOUR OPINION Letters should be emailed to yoursay@euroweeklynews.com or make your comments on our website: www.euroweeklynews.com Views expressed and opinions given are not necessarily those of the EWN publishers. No responsibility is accepted for accuracy of information, errors, omissions or statements.
CONFIRMED BREMAINER From our Facebook Dog pee wash
Sir/Ma’am While I deeply care for my country of origin and have fought many a battle to not only keep my British nationality but also get back my right to vote having had it retracted after more than 15 years away, I very much agree on many points in the excellent letter from Michael Thompson in your last week’s edition 13th - 19th May 2021. To his well put reasons for another look at Britain in Europe, I would like to add the following of my own. First, it is outrageous that such a long lasting life changing vote should have been on a 50/50 basis. This wasn’t some by-election that could be righted in a short time. Yes, for the lies and innuendos, certainly many should be held to account and I am totally stumped by the fact that so many of my countrymen while seeing that presently the PM and his cohorts are having a slippery time now, think that it is the pole that is greasy, when to me it seems clear it is the politicians themselves who are covered in slime, especially the PM and his bonhomie version of trumpism. The brilliant layout of vaccination is 95 per cent the work of our magnificent NHS (as opposed to the failure of the govt. friendly mob who were paid by pals to deal with test and trace). Perhaps also to be taken into account, as the tide for renewed separatism mounts in Bonnie Scotland, we should understand their fury, having had their first referendum squashed by the fleeing north on bended knee of the usual suspects to assure Scotland that ‘Better Together’ is the best British mantra and that Scotland ‘dearies’ should be aware that if they left our Union Jack they would certainly not be alright in Europe as they would OUT of Europe and on the end of the queue to get back in, as Spain especially busy dealing with Catalonia and Basque Country under a right wing government then would certainly not approve and let them in. Those in London should not think the same tricks will work again, pandemic or not and Nicola seems to have her eye squarely on the ball. Happily for her party, Spain is far more understanding under the PSOE and Brexit fallout. Remember HP, MP and Brexitards, the Scots keep their wrath warm! Lastly, living now 56 years between Spain and Portugal, both of whom I am deeply attached to, and while emphatically, like Mr Thompson, a confirmed European, I have to feel deep shame for the disgusting behaviour allowed in so much of our British press. Few are without fault when referring to accurate news and some are straight out fact distorters such as ‘Non Dom’ Johnny Rothermere’s rag, and the twin tabloid/broadsheets owned by an ex-Aussie who suffers from megalomania and according to an excellent series on Channel 4, loathes EU since he could not breach those shores as he has done ours and Americas while still swamping his own country with his brand of mind numbing persuasions. I am a confirmed member of Bremain and yes I have internet and at nearly 80 all my marbles too and shall certainly join your petition Mr Thompson and thank you for arranging it. Gillian D Gribler T Scott
INDIAN STRAIN JUST when it looked as if things were going to get better for the Spanish hospitality trade, the Indian strain of coronavirus seems likely to put the recovery back a pace. Very simply, it was hoped that Spain would move from Amber to Green on the next UK review of countries which could be visited without having to quarantine upon return to the UK, but as the British Government worries about the Indian strain it continues to advise British travellers to avoid countries on the Amber list. Portugal has benefited considerably from its inclusion of the Green list and
CORRECTIONS
This is concerning your story about public pee patrol. I have not seen people wash there dog pee down, plus about the dog mess on pavements, the fair ground car park in la Cala where people do not pick it up after their dogs. Dog poo is very dangerous to children if they fall over and get it on their hands and then put their hands near their mouth. Philip Davis
Padron Firstly, let me say how much I look forward to and enjoy reading our weekly newspaper. I read with interest your articles on the Padron on pages10 and 18 of this week’s issue re the importance on getting onto the Padron. I am Scottish and have been in Benalmadena since November 8 last year. I was booked to go back on February 4, but the flight was cancelled and there have not been flights home since. It is likely that flights will start up again sometime next month, but until then I am a stranded tourist. As I have been here more than three months, I tried to register on the Padron, completed the form, took my passport and health card to the Social Security office, only to be told that I am not allowed on the Padron. I was very surprised as I always thought that they wanted people to register. I have tried to get help from the Consulate in Malaga, but they are as much help as a chocolate teapot. I have also tried the NHS overseas service and another organisation, but am no further forward. I am sure I will get home quicker than I can get registered - or are they actually correct in saying that I am not allowed to register. Best wishes, Donald
Dear Leapy, Your articles in Euro Weekly are always a good read and you are usually spot on with your opinions. I agree with most of what you say and totally accept your view that conspiracy theorists should keep believing what the heart and mind tells you. Therefore could it not be possible that the theorists are right after all, bearing in mind that we have been told that vaccines are the saviour for what affects only a fraction of the population and more and more people are dying or having adverse affects from the vaccine than from Covid. Only time will tell, of course. Main stream media keeps these things quiet, so can you wonder why conspiracy theorists abound. You can get the full facts from listening to UKCOLUMN or Vernon Coleman. If you do listen to them, I would appreciate hearing your views. Regards, keeping the faith, Alan Connett
OUR VIEW
tour operators are finding more and more Brits looking to travel there as soon as possible which has seen Portuguese airports being unable to make more runway space available, so to accommodate the demand, larger aircraft (which are not operating on long haul routes) are being drafted in. The only other feasible destinations from the Green list are Israel (which is not the safest of places to visit at the moment due to the conflict with Hamas) and Gibraltar which has a limited amount of hotel accommodation but an almost complete relaxation on Covid-19 restrictions, as the bulk of
the adult population (as well as cross border workers) have been vaccinated. Now that the Gibraltar Government has also reduced the cost of pre-departure Covid-19 tests to £30 when leaving Gibraltar Airport, it is likely that more and more travellers from Spain will try to get to the UK via the Rock. This could actually be a problematic solution, as travellers will be required to reveal where they have spent the previous 10 days and if Spain, will still be required to quarantine and take two tests.
Maureen Munn-keating Spain should modify. Brexit good for UK, but they should think about all Brits who have invested and paying mortgages, utilities, insurances, ITV etc etc.
Barbara James The whole thing just wasn’t thought through properly and the UK population were not made completely aware of all of the changes, the vote was simply about money and immigration...
Pat Somers The Shengan rule was always there. Spain let UK residents stay longer, did not need to. But people voted for Brexit and that took us out of the EU. So now it’s not up to Spain really it’s up to the EU. I did not vote for Brexit. It’s the UK’s fault not the EU. UK wanted to leave, they were not forced to.
Kathleen Sutcliffe So so so happy we got BREXIT, and absolutely DID know what I was voting for, no more being shackled to the corrupt club called the EU. And if all you can worry about is how much time in the sun you can have, I really don’t give a monkey’s, far more important things than topping your tans up. We are OUT, get over it.
Alyson Davies EWN - you mean a majority voted for Brexit, not ‘most of us’.
Linda Rushton I certainly didn’t vote for Brexit, it’s causing far more trouble than was thought.
At the EWN, we pride ourselves that reports are accurate and fair. If we do slip up, we promise to set the record straight in a clear, no-nonsense manner. To ask for an inaccuracy to be corrected. Email: editorial@euroweeklynews.com
www.euroweeklynews.com • 22 - 26 May 2021
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SPONSOR GO TO WWW.LINEADIRECTA.COM
25
TIME OUT
TIME OUT
26
www.euroweeklynews.com • 20 - 22 May 2021
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SPONSOR GO TO WWW.LINEADIRECTA.COM
20 - 26 May 2021 • www.euroweeklynews.com
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SPONSOR GO TO WWW.LINEADIRECTA.COM
27
TIME OUT
TIME OUT
28
www.euroweeklynews.com • 20 - 26 May 2021
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE SPONSOR GO TO WWW.LINEADIRECTA.COM
IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO WAIT UNTIL NEXT WEEK GO TO WWW.EUROWEEKLYNEWS.COM FOR THIS WEEK’S ANSWERS
20 - 26 May 2021 • www.euroweeklynews.com
SPONSORED BY
29
PETS
Who’s looking after your pets this summer? IT is worth remembering that if you are planning a trip later this year you still need to plan early for pet and house‐sitters. Per‐ haps you are already making plans for a staycation get away. Even if you are planning just a short trip you’ll know that you simply can’t travel with some pets. Mature pets may benefit from staying behind so they can follow their routines at home. So, plan ahead. Take a moment to plan ahead for pet and house‐sitters, if you have trips planned later this year. Now is the time to get ready. We will help you. Our philosophy is that we are all in this together. These are the steps to take: 1. Register as a homeowner on House SitMatch.com 2. Choose a Premium ac‐ count (£89 per year) to ensure you can help online when need‐ ed 3. Create a profile with pho‐
How do you join? Please register online via our website www.Housesitmatch. com ‐ Choose a membership plan ‐ Please note prices go up soon so
Choose sitters to suit your pets.
tos of your pet and the house 4. Post a house‐sit advert stating your plans for next year’s holiday Covid permitting Do you need a pet‐sitter in 2021? Then get started right now. How does it work? HouseSitMatch can help you find suitable sitters. Join our net‐ work for a small annual fee. You
get ID checked for safety and then build your advert saying when you are going on holiday. House‐sitters see your advert, they respond and you choose the sitter who’ll care for your pets. Trustpilot Testimonials ‐ 4.8 / 5 Excellent rating (New Trustpi‐ lot rating scale) Here’s what members have
said about us‐ HouseSitMatch found us a perfect house‐sitter… HouseSitMatch found us a perfect house‐sitter while we were away in Canada and we were delighted with the care and attention that HouseSitMatch took in helping us find the right person. Ros Morris ‐ Dog owner
Do you need a house-sitter? Get in touch. House-sitting can be a win-win for both parties, free house and pet-sitting, and the experienced and checked sitters get free accommodation! Register as either house-sitter or homeowner with a 20 per cent discount using coupon code P2020 - an exclusive offer for readers. To find a house or pet-sitter go to www.HousesitMatch.com.
sign up now on subscription to secure these prices: • Standard (DIY option) = £69 pa • Premium (with support at each step) = £89 pa
20 - 26 May 2021 • www.euroweeklynews.com
30
SPONSORED BY
AWNINGS
BLINDS SOLAR BLINDS ES Ideal for large glazed areas to reflect heat / glare and stop furniture fading and still keep the view. SAVE HEAT IN THE WINTER to improve your living environment. ian@solarshadetinting.com Tel Ian 958 496 571 / 644 546 176 (287972)
BUY & SELL PRIVATE collector will buy your Gold, Rolex & Patek Philippe Watches Tel – 678 716 693 (288662)
CARE HOME CARE /NURSING HOME. COMPLETE PROFESSIONAL CARE. REASONABLE RATES. CALL 697 834 934 (291981)
CHARITY NEW LIFE CHURCH, Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, we would be delighted to welcome you to New Life Church. Our meetings are characterised by uplifting songs, relevant sermons and a modern but reverent service. During this time of uncertainty, God’s word reminds us that the Gospel shines brightest in times of darkness. We are a Bible based Church community continuing to help people find their way back to God. Sunday Service 11.00am Prayer Meetings Wednesdays 11.00am Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja, 29780 Email: info@nlcnerja.com Website: www.nlcnerja.com Facebook: www.facebook. com/nlcnerja
CHURCH SERVICES THE ANGLICAN Chaplaincy of Nerja & Almunecar. Every Sunday there is a Holy Communion service at midday in San Miguel church in Nerja. Every Wednesday morning at 9.30 we have an online ‘Zoom’ HC service - please contact Fr Nigel with an e-
mail address if you would like to join us. Priest in Charge, Father Nigel Thomas. Tel: Church House - 951 815736, Mobile: 608 695 756, email: cofenerja@gmail.com.
DENTIST
CLASSIFIEDS
MISCELLANEOUS GOLD & SILVER Bought & Sold, Rolex & Patek Philippe Watches Tel – 678 716 693 (288662)
MOTORING
FOR SALE
FOR SALE WANTED Gold, Silver, Rolex & Patek Philippe Watches Tel – 678 716 693 (288662)
INSURANCE STAY SAFE! Abbeygate Insurance Call 971 277 455 For your security www.abbeygateinsure.com (2887610) For daily news visit www.euroweeklynews.com
WE ARE currently the market leader in our country in the sale of direct car, motorbike, home and company fleet insurance. Since we started out in 1995, our philosophy has always been to offer an excellent service with the best prices in the market. For the most competitive quotes in English, call Linea Directa on 902 123 309. (200726)
port, know the areas and be reliable. Please send CV with covering letter to Martyn by email mab021262@gma il.com (292475)
SOLAR ENERGY SOLAR BLINDS ES Ideal for Large Glazed Areas To Reflect Heat / Glare And Stop Furniture Fading And Still Keep The View. Save Heat in The Winter To Improve Your Living Environment. ian@solarshadetint ing.com Tel Ian 958 496 571 / 644 546 176 (258409)
WINDOW TINTING
NAUTICAL
DISTRIBUTION DRIVERS wanted for Costa del Sol and Costa Tropical. One day per week. Must be legal to work in Spain, have own trans-
SITUATIONS VACANT
Please note that in Spain there is NO legislation banning adverts in this section. Neither regional nor national governments are able to pass such a law due to rules governing freedom of publication and printing. READERS OF A SENSITIVE DISPOSITION MAY FIND SOME OF THE ADVERTISEMENTS IN THIS SECTION OFFENSIVE.
XXX FEMALE NEW NERJA Loving latina, 32 years, superbusty. Outcalls. 643 726 734 (FU 2290)
XXX VARIOUS
INTERNATIONAL SKIPPER LICENCE: Courses held in English and starts soon. RYA VHF and Radar Courses. 626 245 098 (292333)
SITUATIONS VACANT
XXX RELAXATION
www.costaswing.com, the number one website to meet like-minded singles / couples for fun and friendship (276183)
MOBILE SERVICE. ITV Legal. Solar Reflective tint for glass curtains, balconies, yachts. Stop fading, heat & glare. 958 496 571 – 644 546 176 ian@solar shadetinting.com (287972)
VIAGRA Sildamax 100mg. €15 for 10 tablets. FREE Delivery. Phone 622 170 239 (282795) Male/Female viagra, cialis, kamagra jelly all areas. Mixed trial packs available. Delivery or mail order available 604 385 476. via gra4you19@gmail.com SILDAMAX 100gr, minimum order 50 tabs €60. 696 857 401 (292442)
INSURANCE
MOTORING
www.euroweeklynews.com
ROAD TEST by Mark Slack FEW cars stick in the mind of someone who drives dozens each year; some better than others, and the original Ford Focus was one of the few whose first drive is vividly recalled, from 1998. It was a game changer for anyone who enjoys the act of driving and has meant that every succeed‐ ing Focus has a lot to live up to, and rather stiffer com‐ petition. The good news is that the Focus is still a
20 - 26 May 2021
EWN 31
Ford Focus ST-Line X Edition - a class leader in the fun factor league class leader in the fun factor league. My test model, a (very) mildly sporty ST‐Line X Edi‐ tion, provides a slightly low‐ er and firmer suspension but nothing extra under the bonnet, but the Focus can still make the winding road home something to antici‐ pate with relish.
Power comes from a 1.0‐ litre EcoBoost, three‐cylin‐ der turbocharged petrol en‐ gine with electric assistance, making it a mild hybrid. With 155PS ‐ there’s a lower powered 125PS ‐ the test car is priced at €31,217 (£27,160). Give the car a gentle poke with the proverbial sharp stick and it will fair‐ ly gallop
along, and it also feels lively and responsive in corners, a lot like that now aged first of the line from the last century, in fact. It passes the benchmark 62 mph in 9.2 seconds and on to a top speed of 131 mph. All this and a combined 52mpg. The generous standard equipment list includes auto lights and wipers, auto dim‐ ming mirrors, keyless entry and start, heated seats and steering wheel, power fold‐ ing door mirrors, heated
windscreen, active cruise control, rear privacy glass, wireless charging, climate control, navigation and Bluetooth and power ad‐ justable driver seat. On a more practical level, the newest Focus has found enough space in the back seat for a couple of lanky adults to enjoy the ride and the boot is plenty big enough for family duties. Ford has, thankfully, kept buttons and knobs for fea‐ tures like adjusting the au‐ dio and heating while giving the cabin a touchscreen feel
elsewhere. It looks classy enough, if not something to give a Golf a sleepless night. Classy styling highlights include ST‐Line badging, smart alloy wheels, red brake calipers, a flat‐bot‐ tomed steering wheel, alloy pedals and red stitching on the upholstery and steering wheel. The ST‐Line offers a sporting look without the harder edge of the more performance versions and in the test car’s Desert Blue paint finish ‐ a €834 (£725) extra cost option ‐ looks very classy.
Facts at a Glance
Very classy looking.
Model: Ford Focus ST-Line X Edition Engine: 1.0-litre turbocharged 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol with electric mild hybrid assistance – 155PS Gears: 6-speed manual Performance: 0-100 kph (62 mph) Petrol 9.2 secs Maximum Speed Petrol 210 kph (131 mph) Economy: Petrol 5.4 l/100km (52.2 mpg) WLTP Emissions: 122 g/km WLTP Model tested was UK-specification and equipment levels and prices may vary in other markets.
SPORT
32
20 - 26 May 2021
to read more visit www.euroweeklynews.com
COVID HITS WALKING FOOTBALL AGAIN COVID has closed Leagues, can‐ celled Cup Finals, Friendly matches, and last Sunday saw the Walking Football Associa‐ tion of Iberia Open Day/Over 65s Recruitment cancelled lit‐ erally at the last minute. A Malaga team player learned late on Saturday May 15 that two people whose house he had been in through work had been tested positive for Covid. He immediately put himself in isolatio,n but he had been at Viñuela during the day with his team playing in two friendly matches against the lo‐ cal team. The player informed the WFAI president of the circum‐ stances and while it was agreed the risk was very slight, after consultation with those involved for the Sunday Open Day, the event was called off late on Saturday night with all concerned agreeing that the need for safety was far greater than permitting the event to go ahead.
DISAPPOINTED: Benalmadena Ladies team were at their peak and had been looking forward to the day. Disappointing though it was to cancel, Walking Football Management have always kept a close eye on Covid in re‐ spect of playing matches and monitoring the latest Covid sit‐ uation right up to kick off time, not wanting to put anyone at risk. It is hoped to rearrange the
event in the near future. Watch the Euro Weekly News details. Most disappointed were the Ladies from Benalmadena who arranged to play on the Sunday afternoon as a training session. They were at their ‘peak’ and looking forward to the day. Up by Lake Viñuela last Sat‐
urday afternoon old rivals As‐ ton Viñuela and Malaga WFC (formerly Smiles) met in two friendly matches with Viñuela A beating Malaga A by 4 goals to 2 (Dave J) and Viñuela B 5 Malaga B 3 (Gray Salt, Carlos Jimenez 2). For Viñuela, manager Clive Burroughs was happy with his
team’s performances and said “despite several players out in‐ jured our work on the training field is now coming to fruition.” For Malaga, Gray Salt said players still in England and in‐ juries had given them prob‐ lems, but a good work out with work to be done on the teams.
Last night (Wednesday May 19) saw the Walking Dead take on Aston Viñuela in a friendly match. Forthcoming friendly match‐ es:‐ Saturday May 29 Nerja No‐ mads v Malaga WFS Sunday May 30 Viñuela v WFS Calahonda (Provisional)