RTN Marina Alta Edition 811 by Round Town News

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NORTH (MARINA ALTA/LA SAFOR EDITION)

January 2015

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Issue 811

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Little Freddie ‘the fighter’

by Jack Troughton

Rose with daughter Denise on the pillion

TINY BABY Freddie Jackson is “doing amazingly well” say his proud parents after being born 12 weeks prematurely on a Spanish holiday intended to be a relaxing break for the young couple before a scheduled July birth. Born by emergency caesarean section and weighing the same as a bag of sugar, 2lb Freddie is now putting on weight in San Juan hospital in Alicante and is taken off an incubator three times a day to exercise his lungs. Parents Karla Hornby and Jordan Jackson, from Bolton, are now staying in a hotel near the hospital but say there is no “timetable” for when they can take their son the 1,400 miles home. Family and friends back in the UK have already raised thousands of pounds to help the stranded couple and Costa Blanca-based charity Grant A Wish has stepped in with practical assistance. Karla and Jordan were sitting by the pool of a Benidorm hotel dipping their toes in the water on Saturday when her waters suddenly broke – the 29-year-old, who already has a daughter Charlie, even, described the scene. “We were just relaxing around the pool, not doing anything strenuous, we had our feet in the water and were just talking,” she said. “Then my waters just went – it was a total shock. “I said to Jordan that my waters had broken – I was flapping a bit but he was very calm. I was crying in reception, the hotel staff were brilliant, an ambulance was called and Jordan was on the phone telling my mum and dad what had happened.” Karla was taken to the Marina Baixa Hospital and transferred to San Juan and its specialised baby unit. She said the emergency ‘C Section’ took place after she began to bleed heavily after contractions and the baby’s heart stopped. SURGERY “I was in a real state, I thought I was going to die,” added Karla, who said she was now feeling much better after surgery. Speaking on Tuesday, she said they were able to visit Freddie. “We can put our hands into the incubator and we can stroke him. The nurses say he likes being touched and listening to music. Continued on page 8.

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Residents challenge “paralysis”

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by Jack Troughton

RESIDENTS OF a Costa Blanca urbanisation are fighting back in a bid to end the “political and legal paralysis” that affects their homes. They say a stalemate continues between the developer of Monte Pego and Pego Town Hall which not only affects their lives but also has an impact on local businesses and the economic prospects of the town. Homeowners have now formed the Asociacion de Vecinos de la Montana de Pego to be proactive to find solutions. Almost a year has passed since a High Court of Valencia ruling the developer MPSA should fulfil its obligations and complete the urbanisation’s now decaying infrastructure. Residents believe they are treated as ‘pawns’ in the 10 year battle between the developer and the town hall and want the local authority to step in a complete and repair roads, pavements, drains, street lighting and sewage – they believe they have paid almost 5 million Euros in local taxes during that time. In a statement from the new group, RTN was told because of the deterioration of Monte Pego’s once physical attractiveness, potential buyers were turning away and building on the urbanisation had “alarmingly” slowed down.

The entrance to Monte Pego

COMPOUND “At the same time, Pego town Hall seems to be doing nothing to revitalise this sector. Instead, a questionable communication style, intransparent administration procedures, and a lack of building incentives are compounding the problems.” The responsibilities for the infrastructure and maintenance are still the subject of court proceedings, but association President Dr Bernd Miller believes new initiatives can get construction back on track – and an alliance has been formed with local building companies. He called on the town hall to imple-

ment a more ‘foreign resident-friendly policy’ for residents contributing so much to the local economy during an ongoing financial crisis. And the association wants incentives from the council to encourage more people to move onto the urbanisation and invest in it. “The immediate objective is to remedy the infrastructural problems and safety hazards in the urbanisation,” said Mr Miller. “Ultimately, and in a collective effort with all interested individuals and groups, we want to help to turn the urbanisation Monte Pego again into a ‘residential jewel’ of this region.”

Expats give back to the community

THE ‘VOLUNTARY English Teaching Group’ has now given free language tuition for six sessions over four years to unemployed Spanish residents in Javea. These courses, facilitated by Javea Town Hall, and “Creama”, the unemployment office, are designed to help local people to speak English and/or German to improve their chances of employment in this multi-cultural region. On the 22nd April Javea’s Deputy Mayor Oscar Anton and Councillor Juan Luis Cardona presented certificates to the students who had successfully completed a 100 hour language course and passed their final exam, after which it was time for drinks and tapas for everybody. The Deputy Mayor said how pleased he was with the results of the various courses. The Voluntary Group is always happy to meet with anyone interested in joining this important project, especially English speakers with an intermediate level of Spanish and a reasonable level of English grammar. Volunteers are also always needed as classroom assistants and to help in the conversation groups. and you do not need to speak Spanish to do this. For more information please telephone Tanya Sedgwick at 605 780 689, or email tanyasedg@gmail.com

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Around 160 Spanish expats and tourists still unaccounted for in Nepal crisis SPANISH AUTHORITIES announced that they were attempting to contact all its citizens known to be in Nepal at the time of the magnitude-7.8 earthquake on Saturday, including tourists and expatriates. by Jeanette Rice MANY SPANIARDS were waiting for armed forces planes to fly them home but with huge delays being experienced at Nepal airport it was not known at the time of going to press if this had happened. Spain sent an aircraft to Nepal on Monday which contained 30 tonnes of aid including food and medication for survivors, with UNICEF, Oxfam, Save the Children, Plan International and the Red Cross all working round the clock and calling for more aid parcels and human resources.

European news...

7-year-old discovers new dinosaur

BRINGING YOUR kids to work has its benefits. Seven-year-old Diego Suarez was playing outside with his sister while his parents, both geologists, studied rock formations in the Andes in southern Chile. As they were playing, Suarez uncovered a fossilized dinosaur bone which turned out to belong to a previously unknown species. Paleontologists called to the site eventually discovered bones from more than a dozen dinosaurs, including four near-complete skeletons. The scientists named the species Chilesaurus diegosuarezi, after its location and the boy who discovered it. Most of the Chilesaurus remains are from animals roughly the size of turkeys, though the species could reach almost 10 feet in length.

Samsung App helps Alzheimer’s patients remember their families

IF YOU’VE seen Still Alice, you know how important a smartphone can be for an Alzheimer’s patient -- it helps jog memories that might otherwise be lost. Samsung is clearly aware of this, as it just released a dedicated Backup Memory app to stimulate the memories of early-onset patients. The Android tool uses Bluetooth to detect when friends and family running the app are nearby. If they are, it’ll both identify the person and show user-uploaded photos and videos that recall past events. The app is currently very simple (Samsung still wants to add GPS locations, for instance), but it’s reportedly promising enough in early tests that it’s slowing down the effects of Alzheimer’s and making life just a little bit easier.

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Suma time again!

by Jeanette Rice MOST OF us know that twice a year, depending on your Town Hall, those Suma bills drop through the letter box and the last week has seen such an occasion. With final payment dates normally falling in the first week of June it can be a very expensive time depending on how many vehicles you have combined with the basura suma (waste and bins tax). Payment options are listed on the back of the bills but if you own a vehicle here and havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t received your suma bill it is worth popping to your local suma office to find out why before the first week of June.

Many expats experience problems with their postal delivery but this is no excuse in the suma office eyes for late payments, and every day that the payment is delayed after the final due date interest is charged. Should you be in the process of selling your property or vehicle the legal requirements are for these bills to have been paid and of course it is always good not to have to pay any added interest. For further information contact the suma office on telephone number 965 292 000 or via the internet to find your local office www.suma.es

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A hero’s story by Jack Troughton

unless they were in real need. However, after seeing the condition of the refugees, I decided from a humanitarian point of view to take them aboard as I anticipated that they would soon be landed at Oran in Algeria.” RAGGED He said the crowds included all classes of people – some very poor and “looking halfstarved and ill clad, attired in a variety of clothing ranging from boiler suits to old and ragged pieces of uniform.” And the captain noted how some people appeared to be carrying all their worldly possessions in suitcases, bags or “tied up in handkerchiefs.” The gangplank became choked with hu-

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Amongst the refugees were a large number of women and young girls and children of all ages’ even including some in arms

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NAVAL HERO Captain Archibald Dickson packed his ship with hundreds of men, women and children to rescue them from the stricken city of Alicante in the last days of the Spanish Civil War. The SS Stanbrook sailed from the docks with 2,643 refugees on board in March 1939 – some of the 30,000 supporters of the doomed republic trapped by the advancing forces of General Franco. The Cardiff-born skipper ran a blockade of destroyers to reach Alicante after sailing from Marseilles on 17th March 1939 – arriving at night two days later. The Stanbrook remained tied up at the quay for several days as Capt Dickson waited instructions what his cargo would be – and was informed by telegram from the ship’s owners he should precede to sea “forthwith” unless he was likely to load his cargo. A day later the valuable cargo – tobacco, oranges and saffron – arrived at the port but so did thousands of people looking to escape the fascist forces. Many were soldiers and militiamen of the defeated Republican Army along with trade unionists, politicians, international brigade members, and foreign advisors. Capt Dickson – whose bravery was finally honoured in his home town earlier this month – later told the Sunday Dispatch newspaper in London: “Amongst the refugees were a large number of women and young girls and children of all ages’ even including some in arms. “Owing to the large number of refugees, I was in a quandary as to my own position, as my instructions were not to take refugees

manity and Capt Dickson contemplated leaving the quay but remained tied up because he feared so many people would be thrown into the water. He said the numbers on board made it almost impossible for anyone to move, people refusing to go down into the holds and if any space was found it was immediately filled by desperate refugees. “In all my experience at sea covering some 33 years, I have never seen anything like it and I hope I never will again,” said the 47-

The quay today

year-old skipper. There was a last minute rush as rumours of an impending air raid spread and finally the crowded 230ft long Stanbrook left under cover of darkness, steering a zigzag course to avoid warships maintaining the blockade of Alicante. “We has only just got clear of the port when the air raid rumour proved to be true and within 10 minutes of leaving port, a most terrific bombardment of the town and port was made and the flash of explosions could be seen quite clearly from on board my vessel and the shock of the exploding shells could almost be felt. ALARM “The refugees appeared to think that every vessel which moved in sight was a Franco vessel coming to intercept them, and as a large number of refugees were armed, I was rather alarmed at what might have occurred had we sighted a Franco ship. “Many of the refugees stated that if a Franco vessel did intercept them, they were

prepared to sell their lives dearly.” Conditions on the 22 hour voyage to North Africa were atrocious. There were only two toilets on the entire ship and a shortage of both food and water – and when the Stanbrook eventually arrived in Oran, the French colonial authorities would not allow her to dock. After negotiations, women, children and the elderly were allowed ashore but the remainder remained on board for several more days – only allowed to land because of a feared outbreak of typhus. Capt Dickson was angry at the reception given to such desperate people and the conditions on board. “The appearance of the refugees is really pathetic, especially as they have not been able to wash or shave. None of them have even taken off their clothes.” The Stanbrook left Oran on 1st May, 1939, but in November, at the start of the Second World War, the 1,383 ton ship was torpedoed by a German submarine. She broke in two and all 22 men on board, including Capt Dickson perished.

Ferry sparks evacuation A rescued passenger’s photo of the stricken Sorrento

by Jack Troughton PASSENGERS AND crew aboard a ferry sailing between Mallorca and Valencia were evacuated on Tuesday afternoon as flames swept through the vessel. Fire broke out aboard the Sorrento as she headed for the Spanish mainland, some 17 miles off the coast of the Balearic island of Mallorca carrying 170 people and cargo. And three crew members were airlifted to hospital by helicopter for treatment suffering from smoke inhalation. Two are said to be in a serious condition. The ship, operated by Acciona Trasmediterranea, set sail from Palma shortly after noon and a call for help was made at around 1.50pm – the Spanish coastguard sending

four vessels to the scene. It is understood when the fire first broke out, the Sorrento’s captain did not believe the situation would require an evacuation but as the intensity of the blaze grew, passengers and crew abandoned ship, taking to lifeboats on the starboard side. The incident is already being investigated and El Pais reported it was initially thought the fire broke out in the engine room of the ship or in the areas used to carry vehicles. As 152 passengers – including a baby – were landed back at Palma yesterday evening, the Balearic Port Authority feared the Sorrento could sink in her current position off the tiny island of Dragonera.

International news...

Man cooked alive with 12,000 pounds of tuna

BUMBLE BEE Foods and two employees were charged Monday with violating safety regulations, following the death of a California worker who suffered the unimaginably brutal death of being cooked in an industrial oven with several tons of tuna. The company, its plant operations director and its former safety manager were each charged with three counts of violating Occupational Safety & Health Administration rules causing death. Prosecutors said that José Melena was cleaning a 35-foot-long oven at the company’s plant in Santa Fe in 2012, when oblivious co-workers loaded it with 12,000 pounds of tuna and turned it on. During the two hour cooking time, temperatures in the oven reach 270 degrees. The state’s occupational safety agency previously cited the San Diego-based company with violations for failing to properly assess the danger to employees working in large ovens.

London commuting more stressful than going to dentist

COMMUTING IN London is more stressful than moving house, going to the dentist or dealing with money matters. For those who have to put up with the stress of London Bridge, the Farringdon flood, South West Trains permanent shambles, or the near-daily travel chaos on the Tube, this will probably not come as a surprise. Unsurprisingly, London has one of the worst scores out of six of Europe’s major cities. Only Rome registers as more stressful. Some 80 per cent of London’s commuters said they were late at least once a month, while 49 per cent failed to get into work at all on at least one occasion last year. In total, 41 per cent of Londoners said their commute was becoming increasingly stressful. Unsurprisingly, UK commuters have lower life satisfaction, a lower sense that their daily activities are worthwhile, lower levels of happiness and higher anxiety on average than non-commuters. Average happiness levels begin to fall and anxiety levels begin to rise after the first 15 minutes of the commute to work.

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Just the job by Jack Troughton KEY TRAINING for better jobs in the hospitality and tourism industry in Javea is being given to 15 people in Javea. The coaching is firmly supported by Councillor for Finance Oscar Anton and his colleague Juan Luis Cardona, Councillor for Economic Development; the third course has been launched – backed by ARX, the Association of Restaurateurs of Xabia. The employment programme is based around innovative dual training encompassing both theory and practice – the methods which proved a success in the previous two employment courses. The students are aged between 20 and 57-years-old and they represent six different nationalities making up Javea’s cosmopolitan community – Spanish, Belgian, Russian, French, Uruguayan and Italian. They will be taught all aspects of the hospitality sector and English over the coming months of their training – and work as ‘hands on’ trainees for 120 hours with members of ARX. Mr Anton said: “We are very proud to be able to assist employment through initiatives such as this, because given the economic situation we are going through, it is essential.” And Mr Cardona congratulated an initiative aimed at reducing the numbers of people out of work – and welcomed the latest unemployment data for Javea showing figures were “far below” the regional average.

The councillors with student...and baby!

Continued from front page... “I am a bit miffed because I haven’t seen Freddie awake yet but Jordan has. I am so jealous because he looked at his dad and squeezed his finger. When I have been there he has been fast asleep...I think he is going to be a daddy’s boy!” However, on Tuesday evening, Karla got her wish Freddie was away and breathing unaided. She said Charlie had travelled with grandparents to Spain to see her little brother. “Me and Jordan can go in whenever we like but they are rather strict with other visitors – Charlie couldn’t but when I explained she had come all the way from Manchester to see him, they moved him in front of the window.” She added: “We are likely to be here for months, there’s no time scale at the moment and we haven’t been able to hold him properly yet. “I just cannot wait to hold him – I will be a bit scared I will break him, he is so small. I don’t think I will be able to let him go!” And Karla, a jewellery retailer, said: “Grant A Wish has been absolutely amazing, I don’t have any words to thank them; I am speechless. “Everyone is doing so much to help us, it is brilliant. It restores your faith in human nature.” Jordan, 21, a driver with the Royal Logistics Corps, said his son was “a real fighter” and he was a very proud dad. He was due to report back to the Army yesterday (Wednesday) but will be given additional leave. “I didn’t panic when Karla’s waters broke, you just have to keep calm – if she saw me panic it would have been a lot worse.” And he said of his son: “I have seen him awake two or three times...it really makes you realise he is actually here and the other night he was there with his eyes open looking at me and squeezed my finger.” Jordan said Grant A wish had been “brilliant”. He said Karla was not allowed out of bed for too long and the charity had provided a car, English food, books, a DVD player and film. “It is all a massive help when you are here in a strange place”. Grant A Wish was able to provide a company car from partner Continental Wealth Management to get the couple mobile, a mobile phone allowing family to call from the UK, and some “home comforts”.

Twist and shout

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LIVERPOOL’S FAB Four were honoured in the massive musical show ‘Yesterday’ performed in Javea last weekend with a cast of 1,440 students. by Jack Troughton

Thousands packed into Plaza de la Constitucion in the historic Old Town on Friday night to watch a spectacular performance of music, dance, and drama, by the students and their teachers from 51 colleges across Valencia, Catalonia and the Balearics. There were up to 7,000 people in the audience to watch the performers aged between 12 and 17, while the sheer numbers visiting the Marina Alta resort filled hotels, restaurants and bars as families came to offer their support. Huge screens showed the monumental historical events of the sixties such as the construction of the Berlin Wall, the Algerian War, and the battle for equal rights in the United States. And the common thread holding the whole show together was the music of The Beatles – with tribute band The Bitters performing hits made famous by Paul, John, George and Rin-

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Beatles tribute band and backing singers

go, backed by a choir of some 800. The event Com Sona l’Eso is now in its 16th year and the performances are seen as a vital part of youngsters’ education as they work hard to stage a show to professional standards.

Javea Mayor Jose Chulvi said it was an “honour” for the town to be chosen to host the three-day event and praised local people for making everyone so welcome and the police and Civil protection for helping everything run smoothly and safely.

Heritage news...

Wine and beans

THE MARINA Alta town of Benitachell celebrated its heritage with the third annual Wine and Bean Festival with locals and visitors enjoying a taste of Spain. The event is a mixture of wine tasting, gastronomy, and paying homage to the humble vegetable – with contests and a traditional game involving the harvesting of beans. Restaurants provided beanbased tapas, 17 wine producers entered gallons of ‘vino’ and everyone was kept amused by the tales of a comedian...naturally involving beans.

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FREEMASONS FROM the Provincial Grand Lodge of Valencia have handed the Red Cross a “unique” vehicle to aid homeless people living on the streets. by Jack Troughton Cruz Roja will operate the specially designed vehicle – it has showers and equipment to provide basic sanitary and social necessities “in situ” – and will operate throughout Valencia. And last week the Provincial Grand Master Norman Wheatley presented the keys to members of the charity outside the Red Cross offices in Guardamar del Segura. The purchase of this important social asset was financed completely by the Provincial Grand Lodge, and Norman was assisted at the official handover by Assistant Grand Master of Valencia Rodney Bignell, and Keith Alcock, the Provincial Grand Charity Steward of Valencia. Also attending the ceremony were the Mayoress of Guardamar del Segura, Carmen Verd; Herrminia Palmar, Managing Director of Integration and Social Inclusion and Cooperation of Cruz Roja in Valencia; Alvaro Prieto, Territorial Director of Social Wellbeing within the Valencia Community; Antonio Navarro, Vice President of the Cruz Roja in Valencia; and Adelaida Plaza, President of Cruz Roja in Guardamar del Segura. Spokesman for the Provincial Grand Lodge, David Wynn said: “The vehicle has been designed to assist the homeless people in Valencia and is fitted with four showers and equipment to help cover the basic sanitary and social needs of the

Handing over the keys

homeless in situ – personal hygiene, health, and auxiliary care. “There is no other vehicle of a similar type in the whole of Spain used by Cruz Roja and its specifications and use are completely unique. The vehicle has been financed com-

pletely by members of the Provincial Grand lodge of Valencia.” He added: “The vehicle will start helping the homeless initially in the Guardamar and Torrevieja vicinities before extending further afield.”

Tourist, 100, robbed by ‘Samaritan’

A MAN posing as a Good Samaritan is thought to have mugged a 100-year-old tourist as he helped him to his feet after a fall. The American victim was visiting Gloucester, where he once lived, with his 70-year-old son when his pocket was picked, according to Gloucestershire Constabulary. The pair had just got off a bus outside a post office when the elder man lost his balance and fell to the ground. A passerby helped him up, but the following day he noticed a large amount of money, both pounds and US dollars, was missing from his bum-bag. A police spokesman said: “The money was in an envelope inside the bag. Also taken was a brown leather wallet containing a driving licence. The victim believes they were stolen by the stranger. The victim is said to be very distressed by the incident. Both men have now returned to the US.”

International news...

Marathon runner forgot where he left his car A RUNNER completed the Manchester Marathon recently, only to realise he was so knackered he had forgotten where his car was parked. Jason Matthews, from Wolverhampton, couldn’t remember where he left his black Saab 93 sport on April 19, and after spending hours looking for it he eventually gave up and caught the train home. He might have had a medal around his neck, but eight days later the 40year-old was still car-less, until Adam Coppin stepped in. After reading about Jason’s plight the kindly Adam spent his day off searching for the elusive car, and found it safe and sound in an office car park.

Adam Coppin

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Future at stake

Community news..

Art House blues

by Jack Troughton

JAVEA MAYOR Jose Chulvi believes the town’s future over the next 20 years is at stake when Spain goes to the polls on Sunday 24th May. The politician was speaking to the faithful at the Jayan Cinema in Javea Port as he presented the PSOE party list for the vital ballot. And the socialist Party’s General Secretary in Valencia, Ximo Puig – himself a candidate for the presidency of the Generalitat – endorsed Mr Chulvi as the “best possible mayor”. He predicted the current mayor would find the doors of Valencia and Alicante governments open to him if re-elected, rather than the sometimes difficult relationship of the last four years. Good use was also made of the cinema’s projection facilities – a video introduced the 24 PSOE candidates while Mr Chulvi appeared in an indepth interview with two Spanish journalists. Mr Chulvi said he feels even stronger with more enthusiasm than before the 2011 elections and took to the stage to make a speech in Castilian, Valencian, and English.

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PSOE candidates with Mayor Jose Chulvi (second from right)

GENEROUS He thanked family, friends, and colleagues for their support over the last four years and the town’s residents “who have treated me with a generosity that I will never forget”. He said everyone in the PSOE list was equally important and paid tribute to those working behind the scenes. “This is the best team that anyone could wish for.” Mr Chulvi promised the coming election campaign would not involve negative attacks on the personalities of opponents. “No one will hear us say a bad word that is not our style.”

However, he said: “In these elections there is much at stake, because they will decide the future of Javea for the next 20 years. “Javea is a coveted place and despite all the damage that was done in the past, even more damage could be done. All that has been achieved in protection and harmonisation could be lost.” And to a standing ovation he said the party needed the strength of its members and supporters to continue the work already underway. “Remember that we are not going to fail, neither will I fail you.”

BLUES FUSION guitarist Markus K proved to be a welcome addition to the Costa Blanca music scene when he entertained an audience at Benidoleig’s Art House. He introduced new arrangements of songs by stars such as JJ Cale, John Martyn, and the Rolling Stones, as well as playing his original compositions. And skilful use of a ‘looper’ machine with background percussion, guitar and vocals enable Markus to produce a sound normally associated with a full band, while his laid back rapport with the audience was warmly received – while music fans across the world could listen to the gig being broadcast live on the internet. Afterwards, the musician commented: “What a great audience! I love playing these small, intimate venues...and that was as good as it gets.” Anyone wanting to book Marcus for a house party or small venue can see www.headlinerscb.com or call Andy on 96 684 1131.

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Yapping dogs DEAR PEOPLE of Torrevieja, With respect, can anyone tell me what to do (legally) about yapping dogs and their mess. I recently went to a friend´s house in Calle Orthello and we could not hear ourselves speak because of the constant yapping of a dog next door. I then visited my cousins house in the next road and the dog downstairs didn’t stop barking during the time I was there. Why don´t dog owners understand this is wrong. I hate cruelty to any animal and our local papers are full of articles and appeals to help abandoned and abused animals but who is there to help people who have to put up with the constant noise and mess. Where I live in Jardin Del Mar the field is almost covered in dog mess. It seems the owners don’t want the mess on their own doorsteps so put it on someone else’s.

Not all the same IN RESPONSE to last week’s ‘ Letter of the week’ I feel it is a shame that this lady feels like she has to hold back a little of herself. I live in a lovely residential area where everyone looks after each other. This may be a unique place, but maybe not all people are back stabbing or pack like. I can understand that maybe some of the more ‘British’ areas are like that but let’s not make out that it is such a general problem. Maybe my age has something to do with the fact that people are more sympathetic and helpful but it would be nice to believe that this is their normal behaviour. I do hope that she can eventually begin to trust people a little more or maybe it is just because she likes to keep herself to herself. Stan Halfpenny

Unwanted neighbours

I have been living in a very peaceful, quiet and picturesque Spanish village for a number of years. I have extremely pleasant neighbours who have been thoughtful and kind when I have found myself in need of help. We are all very community minded but some things we just can’t deal with. Next door but one has been empty for a while but we now find that a family of gypsies have taken up residence. The Local Police and Guardia have been called and it seems that they have ‘paperwork’ that entitles them to live there. They have no water or electricity so as you can imagine with the warmer weather coming the problems this can and will cause. The noise is bad enough with over 15 people living in a 3 bedroom house but I can also see the problems with vermin etc I appreciate that they need to live somewhere but does it have to be next to me! Carol Marshall

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May Day party

Harleys have growing appeal by Jack Troughton

MEMBERS OF the Costa Blanca expat press corps had a thrilling ride to Relleu to see the work of charity Make A Smile and its self-sufficiency farm project. Guests of the Costa Blanca Espana Harley Davidson Biker Group, they got to ride on the back of some of the 35 machines heading for the hills and the market garden aimed at helping EMAUS.

Make A Smile volunteers gave a cheering welcome to the bikers as they roared into the project to enjoy a party complete with “great food” courtesy of the BBQ Shop in Calpe and entertainment by Niamh O’Sheehan and Gatecrash. The biker group is helping raise funds to help the children cared for by EMAUS and spokesman Peter Emmett said:

“Our members are totally committed to supporting Tony Grande and his Make A Smile charity throughout 2015. “It was a humbling experience to see just how much effort has and is being put in to improve the lives of EMAUS youngsters.” For further information on Make A Smile, visit www.makeasmile.es or www.facebook.com/makeasmile.es

By Jack Troughton MAY DAY is being celebrated tomorrow (Friday 1st May) with a ‘fiesta’ at the Ermita San Josep in Benissa from 2pm. It promises to be a fun afternoon for Costa Blanca residents and visitors and will appeal to all ages – with guests being offered tasty treats from cava to cakes and ham to hot dogs. And it will be very much an international afternoon with stalls representing England, Wales, Scotland, Spain and the United States competing to serve up the best snacks. Live music will come from Dave Peachey and other stalls will offer a host of goodies, including charity One Step Malawi selling colourful African clothing. The Ermita is a few hundred metres from the Calpe Moraira coast road, at the Benissa turn off (Km 5) and entrance and parking is free. All funds raised will be used by the Costa Blanca Anglican Chaplaincy to continue its work in the area. For more information call Martin Bentley on 96 574 4652.

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Cash for kids

YOUNGSTERS CARED for by EMAUS were two times winners with a donation of 510€ to boost pocket money and 1,000€ to buy fresh food. Homes across the Costa Blanca are wellstocked with dry, frozen and canned food but frequently lack healthy fresh food at meal times. Step in charity Friends of the Children of EMAUS with a helping hand – thanking the Benitachell Charity Shop team for a contribution of 500€ towards buying food. Pictured is charity President Carole Saunders handing the money to Javier Narro, the director of the EMAUS children’s homes.

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Siesta Furniture celebrates facelift with an amazing event Have you ever wished you had an expert at hand to ask about Insurance, Alarm Systems, Currency Exchange, Funeral Plans, Hearing Aids, Toldos etc well help is at hand and all in one place at the same time. On Sunday 10th May between 10.30am and 4pm Siesta Group Gata are hosting an ASK THE EXPERTS day whereby experts from a variety of fields will be on hand to talk to you, offer advice , tell you about their services etc. At 1pm Lee Charlesworth from Charlesworth Gardens will be giving a talk on “Treating The Palm Weevil”, and will be able to offer you impartial advice on getting the best from your garden in the upcoming summer months. There will be cookery demonstrations throughout the day. Aquamaster are offering a free water sample test (bring a sample of your tap water on the day) and Larry’s garage will be handing out vouchers offering everyone a free safety check on their vehicle. We have also arranged for other “Experts” to be available which include : a Dressmaker, Photographer, Financial Advisor, English speaking solicitor, Denia Property Direct (estate agent), Currency Exchange, Hearing Aids, Networking ie post boxes, Internet Services etc, a Vet and the list goes on. The onsite Catering Team will be serving refreshments, snacks and delicious homemade cakes all day in the fully refurbished Siesta Coffee Shop so you can take all day if needed to talk to the “Experts” of your choice. Once again the event is totally free of charge but we are continuing to support COSTA BLANCA DOG HOMING the charity who help and support groups who rescue and re home abandoned and abused dogs therefore, we would ask if anyone has any unwanted dog beds, leads, collars, toys, blankets or would like to donate some food for the dogs etc if they would please bring something along and drop them off at the COSTA BLANCA DOG HOMING collection point. With ample parking and the Experts waiting to be at your disposal you would be crazy not to put this date in your diary so don’t forget on Sunday 10th May enjoy an enjoyable day out totally free of charge. Anyone wanting any further information can contact Mick or Debby at Gata de Gorgos on 0034 965757775 or by emailing gata@siestagroup.com

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LOYAL ENGLISH Choir member Llona Martin was awarded an honorary life membership after stepping down as the group’s secretary. by Jack Troughton Llona, who has been a member of the Teulada Moraira choir since 1989, was taken for a meal to celebrate her years of service. And she was presented with a special certificate by the English Choir’s President John Turner, who thanked her for all her hard work over the years. He said it was a unanimous decision to award Llona a life membership – and asked her to keep singing with the group for many more years to come. The English Choir is busy rehearsing for the Europe Day celebrations in the Teulada Auditorium on Saturday 9th May, and its annual Moors and Christians concert in Moraira Parish Church on Monday 8th June. All profits from the choir’s performances are donated to the Alzheimer’s Society and it is hoped in 2015 to beat last year’s total of 1,000€.

Making history

Angela Chantry with Tony Dearie

By Jack Troughton JAVEA U3A History Group has celebrated its 10th anniversary with speaker Angela Chantry returning exactly a decade later to give another talk. The group held its inaugural meeting in April 2005 in founder Sally Wells’ home – however, for the last six years members have met in the Casa de Cultura in Javea Old Town. Angela presented a biography of the legendary Eva Peron and followed a brief history of the last 10 years from group leader Peter Atkinson. The group meets nine times a year, every month between October and June, and each is open to any member of U3A. During its life, the group has heard 83 talks from 24 different speakers – if the pattern continues, the 100th presentation will be in the spring of 2017. Details of the group’s meeting are posted on the website www.u3ajavea.org

Llona Martin, with her certificate and choral friends

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Benidorm VIII filming on location

ON TUESDAY the filming crew, cast and special extras were on location in the Levante area of the resort. Obviously viewers of the popular TV show will have to wait to see this particular story line when it is aired but seeing the bikers and their bikes will give fans something to look out for. The new episodes are likely to be broadcast in early 2016 but filming is due to continue through to the beginning of July, so look out if you are in Benidorm for more location filming.

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Harley dream comes true PENSIONER ROSE Oldham has crossed another wish of her ‘bucket list’ of dream experiences after enjoying a spin across the Costa Blanca on the pillion of a powerful Harley Davidson motorbike. by Jack Troughton Harley owner Peter Emmett and Rose’s daughter Denise and son-in-law Keith got together to sprinkle a little magic ahead of her 81st birthday celebrations. Peter, press officer for the Costa Blanca Espana Biker Group – a happy band of Harley riders – took Rose, from Hyde in Greater Manchester, for an hour long ride on his stylish Electraglide machine. Rose was ‘set up’ at a local cafe and further surprised by a large gathering of friends at the end of her journey for a special birthday lunch at Kosta Restaurant in Moraira. Plucky Rose enjoyed the thrill even if she remained at ground level – her last bucket list achievement was a parachute jump with the Red Devils in aid of Help for Heroes. She said afterwards: “What an experience – I did not want it to end! Peter played Glenn miller music for me throughout the ride, which was magical.” Rose is pictured on the bike with daughter Denise on the pillion, surrounded by friends, including Peter (far right).

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On the record

THE SONGS of the Costa Blanca Male Voice Choir have been recorded for a CD that will be released in time for the group’s flagship summer concert in Teulada on Saturday 23rd May. Produced by Darrell Clayton, the album was recorded live at the Ermita San Josep in Benissa and included 12 choir favourites; including Anthem from Chess; You Raise Me Up; and Senzenina, featuring Claire Harkness=Post. It is planned to initially produce a limited number of the CD and the album can be pre-ordered via the choir’s website www.costablancamalevoicechoir.wikidot.com or its Facebook page.

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ALTHOUGH ST George, with or without the dragon, may not be as popular globally as St. Patrick, the Day is celebrated around the world by branches of The Royal British Legion. by Keith Nicol Last Thursday, the Orihuela Costa and District Branch of The Royal British Legion were at The Emerald Isle on 23rd April to celebrate England’s Patron Saint. The day started with a parade with the ever popular Torrevieja Pipes and Drums leading the way. This was followed by the presentation of standards of the Branch, the Royal Naval Association, the Royal Marines Association and the Royal Air Force Association. The highlight of the parade was heralded by the Chelsea Pensioners from London, who once again travelled over especially for the event. All association members then marched to the Emerald Isle. Branch Vice Chairman and organiser of the day, Eddie Coleman, welcomed everyone and invited The Counsellor for the Coast Martina Scheurer, to officially start proceedings. The many stalls were kept very busy throughout the day along with many acts performing to keep the crowds entertained with the afternoon activities hosted by Simon Morton. The raffle on the day raised 850€. Club members wished to say: Thank you for everyone who supported the day. Further information is available at the Orihuela Costa Branchof the RBL at: www.britishle-

Hundreds of supporters turned out for St. George’s Day at the Emerald Isle

By Jack Troughton WINE TASTING with Javea U3A moved into the 21st Century with a smart phone ‘app’ that rates and awards points for bottles being sampled. The monthly meeting of the Wine Appreciation Group – WAGS – was held at La Cocina in Javea Port and 41 members gather to test the white, rose, and red wines selected by Glynis and Michael Ballantyne. The couple were enthusiastic about the new ‘toy’, the app discovered during their research – the Ballantynes and friends having fun comparing their opinions against other tasters over the internet. And Glynis and Michael also revealed friends had given their choice of wines a road test before the meeting. Interestingly, they said the results proved cheaper wines were just as acceptable as the more expensive bottles. Group leader Geoff Woodward thanked the pair for an enlightening and humorous presentation before everyone enjoyed lunch. In June the group will take a day trip to Bodegas Daniel Belda. For details about the wine tasting group and other Javea U3A activities, go to the website www.u3ajavea.org

WAG leader Geoff Woodward (right) with Glynis and Michael Ballantyne

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Keeping busy in May

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by Keith Nicol THE MONTH of May begins with a Red Day, the ‘Workers’ Holiday on Friday May 1st, with many local towns having their own fiestas and special events. Leading into May, on Thursday April 30th, the small township of Abanilla outside of Orihuela, continue their Moors and Christians Fiestas with Parade of the Fiesta Queens, Moors and Christians at 11pm from Plaza de la Lonja and finishing at the Paseo de la Ermita with festivities finishing on May 3rd. May 1st also sees the start of the Rojales Arts and Craft Festival at the Cuevas del Rodeo in Rojales until the 3rd May. Many of the Artists caves will be open for you to visit, along with circus shows and workshops, live music, exhibitions and displays, special activities for children, tapas, drinks and more to make this a fun event. Pilar de la Horadada hosts their IV edition of their Seville Fair from the 30th April to the 3rd May 2015. The programme is packed with all sorts of great events, all of which will be free to enjoy in the Parque Raimundo Benedicto starting at 9.30pm on Thursday, with Horses and carriages on Friday afternoon plus music and dance every evening. III ‘Splash In’, a celebration of Seaplanes happens this weekend as planes fly from Puerto de Pollensa, Majorca to Los Alcazares, to pay tribute to the seaplane. 17 Seaplanes

are expected to land in the calm waters of the Mar Menor, Murcia where spectators can watch them fly, land and take off as well as being able to expire them in a static exhibition. Their ETA is to arrive in Los Alcazares between 12.30pm and 1.30pm on May 2nd with a static display organised for Sunday between10am to 1pm and exhibition flights taking place from 5pm. May 9th is European Day, which also coincides with the first Day of the Spanish Municipal and Regional Elections. Still to be confirmed will be entertainment and a flag raising ceremony in Torrevieja’s main plaza at 11am. Well worth the drive for something a little different is the VII edition of the Night of the Museum in Cartagena on Saturday the 16th May 2015 when entry to all the city’s museums is free and they are open until 2am on Sunday morning. The programme of events and activities is very extensive and can be found on their website: www.nochemuseoscartagena.es. As usual, Torrevieja has a host of activities, all of which can be found at: www.torreviejacultural.com. Some of the highlights include; on May 2nd an excursion to Wine Horses in Caravaca dela Cruz and a special concert celebrating “Europe Day” in the Town Square on May 9th at 11am, with

a performance of Beethoven 9th Symphony by the Orchestra of the Region of Murcia in the fabulous International Auditorium. On May 3rd, don’t forget it’s Mother’s Day in Spain and you might like to take mom to see a special Eric Clapton Tribute at the Municipal Theatre. Torrevieja’s XXVII Feria De May, the largest of its kind outside of Andalusia takes place in the Harbour Fairground with the inauguration on Wednesday May 6th at 9pm, with music, dance, food and drink every day, horses and parades on weekend afternoons and guest artists performing at 11pm each evening. On May 16th there is a tribute night to ‘Dire Straits’ in the Municipal Theatre at 8.30pm with a real Spanish superstar, David Bustamante also performing there on May 23rd at 10.30pm.

Jennifer Cunningham

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When will the banks realise...?

At long last I’m beginning to feel quite excited regarding the banks selling insurance. Why? Because, I have continually mentioned that the banks should stick to their core business and leave insurance to the specialists. Both estate agents and banks appear to think that insurance is an easy way to compensate their decreasing normal business which, during the recession, becomes more difficult. Wrong – insurance, if done correctly, is a heavy commitment both financially and time wise. The staff have to be fully trained and regulated on all the policies, so they can answer a clients many questions correctly and ensure the right choice is made for their needs. This can take at least half an hour to complete a policy, if you are lucky. There are then claims to handle and, of course, renewals. So my questions is – how do the banks, who now seem to appear very short staffed, because the queues are becoming longer, plan to cope with the time required to sell correctly? One of my staff was recently waiting patiently in a queue in a bank, whilst the cashier was trying to sell insurance as instructed. When the English lady asked what that particular policy covered, she was told “everything”. I hope the various banks are starting to realise how demanding and time consuming, for both their staff and clients, the insurance side of their business actually is. It will be very good when the banks appreciate it is not profitable and discontinue this “service” and this can only be good news for their clients, because if the bank staff do not have the knowledge or the time

to offer insurance, how does an expat know what they are purchasing. The service from the banks, for the clients and the insurance industry will only improve when they decide to concentrate on their main business - banking. Watch this space. I know summer is coming because the chiringuitos in Javea are starting to be built and here begins a few months of total chaos. But hey, this is what Spain is all about. Some of us run away to cooler climates and miss all the fun! If you are doing this, or going on a trip – do not go without travel insurance. No one can predict what is going to happen – an accident or illness can overtake us at any time. Medical costs can be prohibitive, especially if you need to return home with medical assistance. My Company offers an extremely good travel insurance policy – it is not as cheap as a Spanish one but far more comprehensive and even accepts some basic pre-conditions. Don´t take chances – it is not worth it. Having an accident or becoming ill on holiday is a nightmare in itself. For such a small cost, you could save yourself, and your family, a vast amount of stress. Some of you will be aware that I am the president of a small charity based near Torrevieja. I set this charity up in memory of my son, Paul Cunningham who sadly died of spinal cancer at 33. He spent a number of months in a Sue Ryder hospice, along with myself caring for him and I obviously learnt how important this type of care is, to both the patient and the family, especially when I realised that in Spanish national

health hospitals, hospice care is not available and they will discharge you, with little or no support, to finish your days at home. My charity is able to offer palliative care in the home and, where available, equipment to support you and the nurses. I am very proud that we have been able to help seriously ill people and make their last days as comfortable and peaceful as possible in their own home. Unfortunately, we can only help as our funding allows and the only way we can achieve this is by donations, with the three charity shops, fundraising and a group of wonderful volunteers. If those reading this article would like to donate anything, please, please do. I am always appreciative of any donations or help that anyone can offer the charity as, along with other charities, PCN is finding it difficult to help as many people as we would wish to. For more information, on any aspect of the charity or fund raising, please call Diane (mornings only) on 96 679 0363. During the twenty five years that I have lived and worked in Spain, I have heard many rumours regarding myself, many of which I have found both amusing and ridiculous but it staggers me where they originate from and why would anyone be that interested in my life, as it is just a continual round of hard work, with my business and the charity? Of course, I do have a life of my own. However, the latest rumour is that I have moved to Greece. How would that work? How can I be expected to operate my business whilst living in Greece – I am not Shirley Valentine – I can only dream!

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home and garden

Still time to build productive raised beds by

Dick Handscombe Holistic gardener and author

IF YOUR garden suffers from shallow soil or large underutilised terrace areas one or more raised beds are an ideal way to make the garden more productive, especially by growing some of your own vegetables. As it is only the start of May there is still time to build them and grow crops for late spring and summer consumption. WHAT IS A RAISED BED? In our popular vegetable growing book ‘Growing Healthy Vegetables in Spain’ we defined a raised bed as an elevated area of deep rich soil mix built up within retaining walls to allow it to be worked with less bending.. There are four basic types. A four sided box constructed so that soil can be worked from all sides without walking on it. A three sided box built onto an existing wall. A narrow terrace on a sloping site. A series of raised beds on a sloping site as illustrated. HOW DEEP SHOULD THE SOIL BE? A minimum height of 30cm will provide a depth of soil sufficient for the roots of most vegetable plants and many flowering plants and shrubs. A maximum height of 70 to 80cm would allow the bed to be worked without much bending and also from a stool, chair or wheelchair. The most comfortable height will depend on the height of the person or persons who will be working the raised bed. Deep beds can be used for trees and even palms. Any intermediate heights depending on the materials you have available for building the walls and the amount of good soil/compost/manure available or you are willing to buy in. HOW WIDE AND LONG SHOULD THE BED BE? Width of beds. A maximum width of 1.5m if the layout of your raised bed/beds will allow you to work from both sides. A maximum width of 70 to 80cm if the raised bed is against a wall or hedge which will only allow it to be

worked from one side. If you build raised beds any wider you will need to walk on the soil which will consolidate it and defeat the reason for building the raised beds in the first place. Length of beds. The length of a raised bed can be anything from one metre to twenty metres or more. However it may be more practical to design a layout with several shorter beds with the space between wide enough to accommodate a wheelbarrow or wheelchair.. WHAT CAN RAISED BEDS BE MADE FROM? The walls could be constructed with railway sleepers, long logs, old doors or panels, dry stone walls, cemented brick or stone , blocks or peat blocks. The advantages and disadvantage of each are discussed in Chapter 3.5 of ’Growing Healthy Vegetables in Spain’. We prefer long lasting cemented natural stone, rendered block walls or wooden railway sleepers. WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF RAISED BEDS? The practical benefits are as follows. You do not need to walk on the soil which means that you can use every square centimetre for growing crops. Therefore the soil will not be compacted by your weight. They can be filled with a light soil/sand/compost/manure mix which is fertile, well draining and easy to work and unlikely to be compacted by heavy rains followed by hot baking sun. The paths between and around the beds can be clear of weeds and mud. They can either be pointed rock slabs, cm of stone chippings laid over black plastic sheeting or trodden down deep straw. You can use them in a garden which has no topsoil. Even on solid rock or a previously concreted area. A drip or porous pipe irrigation system can be easily set up. Anything can be grown in soil depths of 40cm or more including potatoes and Jerusalem artichokes. Spreading vegetables such as courgettes, cucumbers, trailing tomatoes, capers and nasturtiums can be cascaded

down the outside of the walls to reduce the space taken up on the top of the bed. If you allowed trailing vegetables to cascade down three walls of a two metre long one metre wide raised bed and grew climbing plants up one metre canes an three sides you would effectively increase the growing space from two to ten square metres! It is easy to install tunnel cloches made to fit the beds for winter plant protection and summer shading for leaf crops that can wither in the sun. Plantlets can be conveniently raised under cloches if you have the room. The maximum productivity will be achieved by constantly filling any space freed when harvesting crops with new plantlets or fast maturing crops from seeds.. They are easy to extend if you have the space. A number of raised beds could be hidden away in various parts of the garden if you do not want a large dedicated area. They are particularly user friendly for child, aged and infirm gardeners. And of course although we have concentrated on the use of raised beds for vegetables they can be used to grow trees including palms, accommodate rockeries and also attractive general flower beds. This is mentioned in Chapter 2.5 Design Manageable Flower Beds in ‘Your Garden in Spain – From planning to planting and maintenance’.

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advertising feature

Getting answers in Spain Have you heard about this really useful lunch seminar that takes place regularly here in Costa Blanca? In the last couple of months experts from five local companies have answered over 900 questions from the people who have attended. I think this is fantastic and a really great opportunity. How wonderful would it be to be able to ask the experts in various fields about how things work in Spain? Once again the highly respected UK & Spanish companies based in Costa Blanca are inviting all British, Irish & European nationals, spending time or living in Spain, to a meeting to answer all the questions they have regarding life in Spain. Some of the topics that will be covered will be as follows:How can I make my savings grow? How will the changes to pensions affect you? What are the changes to thresholds, limits and ages for occupational or personal pensions? Inheritance law and taxes in Spain, what is best for me and my family? Wills. Do I need a Spanish or UK will or both? If you are transferring money regularly to Spain, where can you get the best currency exchange rates? How can I get the best deal for Landlines, Mobiles, British TV &

the internet? How the Spanish funeral system affects people from the UK? Experts from five companies will also be providing professional advice on Tax, Pensions, Investments, Currency Exchange, Spanish Law, Wills and Funeral Plans. Everybody who wishes to attend the event can send their questions in advance and the answer will be provided at the meeting. How fantastic is that!! We could have all done with this type of event ages ago. Once all the questions have been answered then everybody will get a free lunch at Bernies and Sol Park Tenis. The events will begin at 12 noon on Wednesday 13th May 2015 in El Campello and Tuesday 19th May in Moraira. Lunch will be served at 1.30pm To register your question and to attend this unique event you can e-mail freelunchspain@gmail.com with your name address and telephone number or call 966 799 070. Spaces are limited so I am off to register right now. The thing is I have about ten questions that need answers. Apparently the experts will have an answer for each one! Great news.

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money

Christina Brady

Regional Manager of Blacktower Costa Blanca

GREXIT

YET AGAIN what another country does or doesn’t do could have huge implications of the rest of Europe and the Western world.

THE CLOCK is ticking for the Greek government to pay back the International Monetary Fund over €1bn (£720m) in loans in early May, as well as fund €1.4bn Treasury bill redemptions, and other major payments, including coupon payments on Greek government bonds. It would appear that the Greek finance minister Yanis Varoufakis has been sidelined in Greek debt negotiation talks, but as Holly Cook from Morningstar says “The situation hasn’t changed that much, no matter who is actually doing the talking, they can’t stray too far from what their original mantra was, because their original mantra was all about anti-austerity... They’ve got a relatively tight margin for maneuver.” Investors should be prepared for ”a messy few months” for Greek financial markets as chances of a possible sovereign default in the country remain high, JP Morgan Asset Management chief market strategist for Europe Stephanie Flanders warns. So what are the implications for the rest of Europe, contagion financial and economic, the question is how severe this contagion would be. The continent’s politicians and regulators seem to think the impact would be relatively small, saying that Europe’s banks have reduced their cross-border exposure to Greece and that general confidence in the future of the eurozone is much stronger than it was a few years ago. But others think this is too complacent. The truth is that no one knows for sure. Also for Europe and especially the UK if the pessimists are right and Greece’s exit creates a European-wide financial and economic crisis Britain will certainly be hit extremely hard. Almost half of the UK´s trade is with Europe so a new economic slump on the Continent would hammer exports and cost jobs. If there is financial contagion its effects will have a severe impact on the large UK banking and financial sector. However, if the optimists are right and the financial contagion impact of Grexit is mild the UK economy could carry on growing. If a Grexit happens the value of the Euro will fall even further against the major currencies we are currently seeing a foreign exchange rate where £1 gives you 1.40 euro, and $1 gives you 0.920 Euro, if Greece were to default we could even see you getting 1.50 euro or more for your pound. In these uncertain times Blacktower is here to help you find the right solution to make your money work for YOU. We offer independent, professional and impartial advice. If you have any questions please contact me via email christina.brady@blacktowerfm.com or on my mobile 658 892 330. The above information was correct at the time of preparation and does not constitute investment advice and you should seek advice from a professional adviser before embarking on any financial planning activity. Blacktower Financial Management Ltd is licenced by the UK by the Financial Conduct Authority and is registered with both the DGS and CNMV. Blacktower Financial Management (Int) Ltd is licenced in Gibraltar by the Financial Services Commission (FSC) Licence No: 00805B and registered with the DGS in Spain.

legal

Carlos Baos

from White & Baos Abogados Solicitors Lawyers

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Getting back your Bankia’s shares investment (Part III) 5 key figures and dates OUR FIRM is helping many consumers to take legal actions against Bankia. Being such an important issue, and bearing in mind the amount of information available, some even contradictory, through this article, we would like to provide some figures relevant to the case. 1. Before July 2011, Bankia informed consumers and potential buyers of their shares through brochures, prospectus, etc. that the Bankia Group and the BFA Group (“owner” of Bankia) had very significant profits, which depending on the periods, were stated as between 35.000.000€ to 195.000.000€. BFA published on its website, on the 15th of July 2011, days before the massive shares sale (19/07/2011), regarding the financial situation and stress testing of BFA-BANKIA group that “... BFA-Bankia has an excess of capital, more than enough to cope with extreme scenarios of maximum tension and to assure their customers, creditors and counterparties, that in case of a sharp deterioration in the economic scenario, the entity will carry out its functions and address their obligations, as it has done so far. “ 2. 8th of December 2011, the EBA (European Banking Authority) notified through the Bank of Spain that the additional capital requirements for the “Bankia Group” were 1.329.000.000€, basing that decision on September 2011 figures. This coming so shortly after the IPO of Bankia (under the guise of being a solvent, solid and profitable entity), 3. Bankia proceeded on the 4th of May 2012 to submit to the CNMV (Comisión Nacional del Mercado

de Valores) the annual accounts which indicated a profit of 304,748,000€, but just a few days later, requested the bailout and intervention of the Restructuring Fund Banks (FROB). On the 25th of May 2012, 21 days later, Bankia informed the CNMV, the approval of a new set of annual accounts for 2011, this time audited, showing a loss of 2,979.000.000€. Bankia finally asked for a capital injection of 19.000.000.000 € 4. Anticipating all the claims and court cases that they will face, Bankia reported on the 27th of February, that BFA and Bankia have signed an agreement to share the payment of compensations that they may be asked to pay to consumers by the courts, related to the Bankia

The information provided in this article is not intended to be legal advice, but merely conveys general information related to legal issues. White & Baos Abogados. Tel:+34 966 426 185. E-mail: info@white-baos.com White & Baos 2014 – All rights reserved, Send your questions to spanishlawyer@roundtownnews.com or info@white-baos.com

shares sales, with an agreed provision of 780.000.000€. 5. The president of the Rector Commission of the FROB, Fernando Restoy, recently confirmed that Bankia has so far received a total of 2,424 civil claims relating to the IPO of the company, for approximately 70 million euros. He noted that so far only 236 judgments have been granted, of which 85% were against Bankia and in favor of the consumers, and only 15% in favor of the bank. If you are one of those affected or you know somebody in this situation, and considering that there is little deadline to claim, please contact us.

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George’s day in style LOCAL BUSINESSES and the expat community united together to celebrate in style St George’s day on 23rd April at La Estación del Mar in Alfaz del Pi and raise funds for the Alfaz del Pi food bank. by Jeanette Rice

Nicolas Rush and Stephen Shaw

RTN caught up with some of the organisers during the event to find out more about behind the scenes planning that was involved in producing such a well organised day. Nicolas Rush from Corona Blinds explained that “what you see here is a culmination of almost a years planning since the last St George’s day event, not just from me but many other businesses and volunteers who made the event possible”. Chatting with two of the other organisers, Stephen Shaw from Pride Construction and Sonny from the Curry Pot it was clear how passionate they all were about the community and giving something back, not just them but the many others who had worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make it happen. Over 300 expats attended the event, the majority wearing the traditional red and white colours of St George, and the station bar was a glory of flags inside and out. With BBQ style food being served and the Royal British Legion stall you could be forgiven for feeling a little piece of England was here in Spain. Throughout the afternoon there was live music with the well known local D J Bob Hodge ensuring everything ran smoothly. First up to perform was a band called “The Coffin Dodgers”. Chris, Colin, Jem and Simon entertained the crowd with popular rock songs and ballads, followed by Vince Tracey. Next was a young man called Rob Richards who played the guitar and continued with the rock style theme. Also performing were “Sugar Shack”, a duo comprising of Sean Lock and Duncan Picket (part of the band “Lock and Load”), who had the expats up dancing until the end. The musicians were sponsored by local businesses involved to ensure that all funds raised at the event went to the charity with an amazing total of 2,630 euros being raised during the afternoon. Organisers said that they had liaised closely with the local Town Hall, and were given details of what items to buy for the food bank, which they are now in the process of doing.

Over 300 expats attended

British Legion

Thursday, April 30 - Thursday, May 7 2015

travel

Valencia, a treat for all the senses

IN VALENCIA you can enjoy the spring next to the sea. The beaches and promenade come alive, allowing you to enjoy the sunshine and balmy temperatures that herald the coming of summer. The open air terraces invite passersby to try rice dishes, tapas, a refreshing glass of horchata or an ice cream while sitting in the soft sea breeze… There are lot of things to do in Valencia, as this city has plenty of monuments and historical buildings. The central Market is the largest of Europe with a surface area of over 8000 square meters. Inside you can find many things from more than 1000 stalls: fresh fish, vegetables, meat, fruit... You have to go inside to feel the atmosphere of the market, and being surrounded by the smells and colours of this place. Other of its most emblematic monuments are the Silk market (declared by UNESCO as part of Humanity’s Heritage), Round Square (a small interior square surrounded by small and narrow streets, inviting you to explore the old quarter) and the Cathedral. An important part of this wonderful city is the City of Arts and Sciences, whose buildings feature an IMAX theater , the Hemisfèric, and the largest aquarium in Europe , the Oceanogràfic, where we can sail the seven seas with dolphins, penguins, sharks ... Valencia is an amazing city and has much to offer, that´s why in Beniconnect Travel Agency we have organized a city break from the 17th to the 19th of June to discover it. It includes a luxury coach, 2 nights in a 4*hotel half board, a city tour with an official guide, travel insurance and agency rep to accompany ONLY 149€ pp! For more info go to our website www.beniconnect.com, email us info@beniconnect.com or ring us at +966 811 847.

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07:00 Homes Under the Hammer 08:00 Channel Patrol 08:45 Cowboys and Angels 09:15 Great British Garden Revival 10:15 Victoria Derbyshire 12:00 BBC News 12:30 BBC World News 13:00 Daily Politics 14:00 Snooker: The World Championship 18:55 Party Election Broadcast 19:00 Eggheads 19:30 Snooker: The World Championship 21:00 Alex Polizzi: Chefs on Trial 22:00 The Game 23:00 W1A 23:30 Newsnight 24:15 Weather 24:20 Snooker: The World Championship

07:00 Good Morning Britain 09:30 Lorraine 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 This Morning 11:55 ITV News 11:59 ITV Regional Weather 12:00 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV News and Weather 14:55 ITV Regional News 15:00 Judge Rinder 16:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 16:59 ITV Regional Weather 17:00 Tipping Point 18:00 The Paul O’Grady Show 19:00 ITV Regional News 19:25 Party Election Broadcast 19:30 ITV News and Weather 20:00 Emmerdale 20:30 Coronation Street 21:00 Give a Pet a Home 22:00 Newzoids 22:30 The Delivery Man 23:00 ITV News at Ten 23:30 ITV Regional News 23:40 Bargain Fever Britain 24:40 Corfu: A Tale of Two Islands

07:00 Countdown 07:45 Will & Grace 08:10 Will & Grace 08:35 Everybody Loves Raymond 09:00 Everybody Loves Raymond 09:30 Frasier 10:00 Frasier 10:25 Four in a Bed 11:30 Come Dine with Me 12:00 Come Dine with Me 12:30 Come Dine with Me 13:00 Channel 4 News Summary 13:05 Come Dine with Me 13:35 Come Dine with Me 14:05 A Place in the Sun: Summer Sun 15:10 Countdown 16:00 Deal or No Deal 17:00 Three in a Bed 18:00 Couples Come Dine with Me 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 20:55 Party Election Broadcast 21:00 The Supervet 22:00 The Island with Bear Grylls 23:00 The Last Leg 24:05 First Dates

07:00 Childrens TV 08:35 Thomas & Friends 08:45 Milkshake! Monkey 08:50 Noddy in Toyland 09:00 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom 09:15 Peppa Pig 09:35 Toby’s Travelling Circus 09:45 Bananas in Pyjamas 10:00 Tickety Toc 10:15 The Wright Stuff 12:10 Cowboy Builders & Bodge Jobs 13:10 5 News Lunchtime 13:15 Secrets of Great British Castles 14:15 Home and Away 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 NCIS 16:15 Murder on the 13th Floor 18:00 5 News 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 Home and Away 19:30 5 News Tonight 19:55 Party Election Broadcast 20:00 The Classic Car Show 21:00 Countdown to Murder 22:00 The Hotel Inspector 23:00 The Mentalist 24:50 True Crimes: The First 72 Hours

07:00 Life’s Funniest Moments 07:20 Psych 08:05 Emmerdale 08:35 Coronation Street 09:10 New You’ve Been Framed! 09:35 Dinner Date 10:35 Scorpion 11:25 Psych 12:20 Royal Pains 13:10 Emmerdale 13:45 Coronation Street 14:15 You’ve Been Framed! 14:45 Dinner Date 15:40 The Jeremy Kyle Show 16:50 The Jeremy Kyle Show 17:55 The Jeremy Kyle Show 19:00 Judge Rinder 20:00 You’ve Been Framed! 20:30 You’ve Been Framed! 21:00 Two and a Half Men 21:30 Two and a Half Men 22:00 Scorpion 23:00 Celebrity Juice 23:50 Release the Hounds 24:50 Two and a Half Men

07:00 Hollyoaks 07:25 Revenge 08:10 Charmed 09:00 Made in Chelsea 10:00 Rules of Engagement 10:30 Melissa & Joey 11:00 Charmed 12:00 Charmed 13:00 Hollyoaks 13:30 Rules of Engagement 14:00 How I Met Your Mother 14:30 How I Met Your Mother 15:00 The Big Bang Theory 16:00 The Goldbergs 16:30 Melissa & Joey 17:00 Rules of Engagement 17:30 Rules of Engagement 18:00 How I Met Your Mother 18:30 How I Met Your Mother 19:00 The Big Bang Theory 20:00 Hollyoaks 20:30 The Goldbergs 21:00 2 Broke Girls 21:30 The Big Bang Theory 22:00 Brooklyn Nine-Nine 22:30 Marry Me 23:00 Empire 24:00 The Big Bang Theory 24:30 The Big Bang Theory

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friday 1st May BBC1

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07:00 Homes Under the Hammer 08:00 Channel Patrol 08:45 Cowboys and Angels 09:15 Gardeners’ World 09:45 Helicopter Heroes Down Under 10:15 Talking Pictures 11:00 Snooker: The World Championship 13:00 Daily Politics 14:00 Snooker: The World Championship 18:55 Party Election Broadcast 19:00 Eggheads 19:30 Snooker: The World Championship 22:00 Natural World 23:00 The Clare Balding Show 23:30 Newsnight 24:00 Election Late Show 24:30 Weather 24:35 Later - with Jools Holland

07:00 Good Morning Britain 09:30 Lorraine 10:25 Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 This Morning 11:55 ITV News 11:59 ITV Central Weather 12:00 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV News 14:55 ITV News Central 15:00 Judge Rinder 16:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 16:59 ITV Central Weather 17:00 Tipping Point 18:00 Paul O’Grady Show 19:00 ITV News Central 19:25 Party Election Broadcast 19:30 ITV News 20:00 Emmerdale 20:30 Coronation Street 21:00 Weekend Escapes with Warwick Davis 21:30 Coronation Street 22:00 Slow Train Through Africa with Griff Rhys Jones 23:00 ITV News at Ten 23:30 ITV News Central 23:40 Senna

07:00 Countdown 07:45 Will & Grace 08:35 Everybody Loves Raymond 09:30 Frasier 10:25 Three in a Bed 11:30 Come Dine with Me 12:00 Come Dine with Me 12:30 Come Dine with Me 13:00 Channel 4 News 13:05 Come Dine with Me 13:35 Come Dine with Me 14:05 A Place in the Sun: Summer Sun 15:10 Countdown 16:00 Deal or No Deal 17:00 Three in a Bed 18:00 Couples Come Dine with Me 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 20:30 Unreported World 20:55 Party Election Broadcast 21:00 Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD 22:00 Gogglebox 23:00 Alan Carr: Chatty Man 24:05 Virtually Famous 24:50 Brooklyn Nine-Nine

07:00 Childrens TV 10:00 Tickety Toc 10:15 The Wright Stuff 12:10 Cowboy Builders & Bodge Jobs 13:10 5 News Lunchtime 13:15 Can’t Pay? We’ll Take It Away 14:15 Home and Away 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 NCIS: Los Angeles 16:15 After All These Years 18:00 5 News 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 Home and Away 19:30 5 News Tonight 19:55 Party Election Broadcast 20:00 The Gadget Show 21:00 Secrets of Great British Castles 22:00 NCIS: New Orleans 23:00 NCIS 23:55 Law & Order: Special Victims Unit 24:50 True Crimes: The First 72 Hours

07:00 Life’s Funniest Moments 07:20 Psych 08:05 Emmerdale 08:35 Emmerdale 09:10 You’ve Been Framed! 09:35 Dinner Date 10:35 Scorpion 11:25 Psych 12:20 Royal Pains 13:10 Emmerdale 13:45 Emmerdale 14:15 You’ve Been Framed! 14:45 Dinner Date 15:40 The Jeremy Kyle Show 16:50 The Jeremy Kyle Show 17:55 The Jeremy Kyle Show 19:00 Judge Rinder 20:00 You’ve Been Framed! 20:30 You’ve Been Framed! 21:00 Two and a Half Men 21:30 Two and a Half Men 22:00 The Bourne Ultimatum 24:15 Take Me Out

07:00 Hollyoaks 07:25 Revenge 08:10 Charmed 09:00 Made in Chelsea 10:00 Rules of Engagement 10:30 Melissa & Joey 11:00 Charmed 12:00 Charmed 13:00 Hollyoaks 13:30 Rules of Engagement 14:00 How I Met Your Mother 15:00 The Big Bang Theory 15:30 The Big Bang Theory 16:00 The Goldbergs 16:30 Melissa & Joey 17:00 Rules of Engagement 17:30 Rules of Engagement 18:00 How I Met Your Mother 18:30 How I Met Your Mother 19:00 The Big Bang Theory 19:30 The Big Bang Theory 20:00 Hollyoaks 20:30 The Goldbergs 21:00 Percy Jackson & the Lightning Thief 23:20 The Big Bang Theory 23:50 The Big Bang Theory 24:20 Rude Tube

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07:00 Breakfast 11:00 Saturday Kitchen Live 12:30 Paul Hollywood’s Bread 13:00 BBC News; Weather 13:10 Football Focus 14:00 Football Focus 15:15 Snooker: The World Championship 17:30 Final Score 18:10 WALL-E 19:40 BBC News 19:50 BBC London News; Weather 19:55 Pointless Celebrities 20:45 Atlantis 21:30 The National Lottery: In It to Win It 22:20 Casualty 23:10 BBC News; Weather 23:30 Match of the Day 24:55 he Football League Show

07:15 Gambling House 08:35 The Red Beret 10:00 The Nature of Britain 11:00 Snooker: The World Championship 13:00 Alex Polizzi: Chefs on Trial 14:00 Michel Roux’s Service 15:00 James Martin’s Food Map of Britain 15:20 Timewatch 16:10 Timewatch 17:00 The World’s Most Photographed 17:30 Snooker: The World Championship 18:30 Natural World 19:30 Dad’s Army 20:00 Snooker: The World Championship 22:30 Quartet 24:00 QI XL 24:50 Perfume: the Story of a Murderer

07:00 Childrens TV 09:00 Thunderbirds Are Go 09:25 ITV News 09:30 Weekend 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:20 The Jeremy Kyle Show 12:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show 13:30 ITV News and Weather 13:39 ITV Central Weather 13:40 The Jeremy Kyle Show 14:45 Doc Martin 15:50 Who’s Doing the Dishes? 16:50 The Great Outdoors 18:30 ITV News Central 18:45 ITV News and Weather 19:00 New You’ve Been Framed! 20:00 Ninja Warrior UK 21:00 Britain’s Got Talent 22:15 Play to the Whistle 23:00 ITV News and Weather 23:14 ITV Central Weather 23:15 Cliffhanger

07:15 How I Met Your Mother 07:40 How I Met Your Mother 08:05 Challenge Dubai 09:00 The Morning Line 10:00 Everybody Loves Raymond 10:30 Everybody Loves Raymond 11:00 Everybody Loves Raymond 11:30 Frasier 12:00 Frasier 12:30 The Big Bang Theory 13:00 The Big Bang Theory 13:30 Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD 14:30 Channel 4 Racing 17:15 Come Dine with Me 17:50 Come Dine with Me 18:20 Come Dine with Me 18:50 Come Dine with Me 19:20 Come Dine with Me 19:45 Channel 4 News 20:15 For the Love of Cars 21:15 Men in Black 2 23:00 Dredd 24:55 Stephen Merchant: Hello Ladies

07:00 Childrens TV 09:50 Jelly Jamm 10:00 LazyTown 10:30 Dora and Friends 11:00 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 11:35 The Dog Rescuers 12:05 Cowboy Builders & Bodge Jobs 13:00 Cowboy Builders & Bodge Jobs 14:00 Cowboy Builders & Bodge Jobs 15:00 Columbo: Undercover 16:55 Secret Liaison 18:35 The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door 19:30 Britain’s Horror Homes 20:20 Can’t Pay? We’ll Take It Away 21:15 5 News Weekend 21:20 NCIS 22:10 NCIS 23:10 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation 24:10 Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

07:00 The Hot Desk 07:10 Emmerdale 09:40 Coronation Street 12:05 Britain’s Got Talent 13:20 Britain’s Got More Talent 14:25 A Night in with Olly Murs 15:30 Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 15:45 Homeward Bound: the Incredible Journey 17:30 Mr Bean 18:05 Mr Bean 18:40 Johnny English 20:30 Mr Bean’s Holiday 22:15 Britain’s Got More Talent 23:15 Celebrity Juice 24:00 Britain’s Got Talent

07:00 Revenge 07:45 The Tomorrow People 08:35 Marry Me 09:00 How I Met Your Mother 09:30 How I Met Your Mother 10:00 Melissa & Joey 10:30 Melissa & Joey 11:00 Baby Daddy 11:30 Baby Daddy 12:00 The Goldbergs 12:30 The Goldbergs 13:00 How I Met Your Mother 13:30 How I Met Your Mother 14:00 The Big Bang Theory 14:30 The Big Bang Theory 15:00 The Big Bang Theory 15:30 The Big Bang Theory 16:00 The Big Bang Theory 16:30 The Big Bang Theory 17:00 Made in Chelsea 18:00 Jane the Virgin 19:00 The Big Bang Theory 19:30 The Big Bang Theory 20:00 The Big Bang Theory 20:30 The Big Bang Theory 21:00 The Big Bang Theory 21:30 The Big Bang Theory 22:00 Coming to America 24:20 The IT Crowd

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sunday 3rd May BBC1

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07:00 Life in a Cottage Garden with Carol Klein 07:30 Great British Garden Revival 08:30 Countryfile 09:30 The Beechgrove Garden 10:00 Football League Show 11:10 Saturday Kitchen Best Bites 12:40 Back in Time for Dinner 13:40 Alex Polizzi: Chefs on Trial 14:40 James Martin’s Food Map of Britain 15:00 Snooker: The World Championship 19:00 Flog It! 20:00 Snooker: The World Championship 24:00 W1A 24:30 The Accidental Husband

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07:00 Breakfast 08:30 Match of the Day 10:00 The Andrew Marr Show 11:00 The Big Questions 12:00 Sunday Politics 13:15 MOTD2 Extra 14:00 BBC News 14:10 Weather for the Week Ahead 14:15 Bargain Hunt 15:15 Escape to the Country 16:15 Pets - Wild at Heart 17:15 Points of View 17:30 Songs of Praise 18:15 Pointless Celebrities 19:05 BBC News 19:20 BBC London News; Weather 19:30 Countryfile 20:30 Antiques Roadshow 21:30 The C-Word 23:00 BBC News 23:20 BBC London News; Weather 23:30 Match of the Day 2 24:35 Football League Show

07:00 Childrens TV 08:30 Fort Boyard Ultimate Challenge 09:25 ITV News 09:30 Weekend 10:25 Judge Rinder 11:25 Judge Rinder 12:25 Judge Rinder 13:25 ITV News and Weather 13:34 ITV Central Weather 13:35 Tipping Point 14:30 Britain’s Got Talent 15:45 Dragnet 17:50 All Star Family Fortunes 18:50 Ninja Warrior UK 19:50 ITV News Central 20:00 ITV News and Weather 20:15 Celebrity Squares 21:00 Sunday Night at the Palladium 22:00 Home Fires 23:05 ITV News and Weather 23:19 ITV Central Weather 23:20 Perspectives 24:20 Churchill: 100 Days That Saved Britain

07:20 How I Met Your Mother 07:45 How I Met Your Mother 08:10 Caterham Motorsports 08:35 Everybody Loves Raymond 09:00 Everybody Loves Raymond 09:30 Frasier 10:00 Frasier 10:30 Sunday Brunch 13:30 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces 14:30 Channel 4 Racing 17:00 A Place in the Sun: Home or Away 18:00 Channel 4 News 18:20 The Karate Kid 21:00 For the Love of Cars 22:00 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown 23:05 An Immigrant’s Guide to Britain 23:35 Gogglebox 24:40 Bill Bailey Qualmpeddler

07:00 Childrens TV 09:00 Wanda and the Alien 09:15 Zack and Quack 09:30 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom 09:45 Jelly Jamm 10:00 LazyTown 10:30 Dora and Friends 11:00 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 11:35 Cowboy Builders & Bodge Jobs 12:25 Cowboy Builders & Bodge Jobs 13:20 Ultimate Police Interceptors 14:20 Blue Streak 16:05 Zathura: a Space Adventure 18:00 Holes 20:05 5 News Weekend 20:10 Legally Blonde 22:00 Resident Evil: Afterlife 24:05 Gamer

07:00 Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 07:25 Life’s Funniest Moments 07:45 Emmerdale 10:35 Coronation Street 13:00 Take Me Out 14:10 Scorpion 15:05 Scooby-Doo 16:55 Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco 18:40 Britain’s Got Talent 20:00 Britain’s Got More Talent 21:00 New You’ve Been Framed! 22:00 Knocked Up 24:35 The Bourne Ultimatum

07:00 Make It or Break It 07:45 Revenge 08:35 Melissa & Joey 09:00 Melissa & Joey 09:35 Baby Daddy 10:00 Baby Daddy 10:30 Hollyoaks 13:00 Made in Chelsea 14:00 Revenge 15:00 Jane the Virgin 16:00 The Goldbergs 16:30 The Goldbergs 17:00 The Big Bang Theory 17:30 The Big Bang Theory 18:00 The Big Bang Theory 18:30 The Big Bang Theory 19:00 The Big Bang Theory 19:30 The Big Bang Theory 20:00 The Big Bang Theory 20:30 The Big Bang Theory 21:00 St Trinian’s 23:00 The IT Crowd 23:30 The IT Crowd 24:00 The Inbetweeners 24:35 The Inbetweeners

15:05 Scooby-Doo

Thursday, April 30 - Thursday, May 7 2015

monday 4th May BBC1

07:00 Breakfast 10:00 The Housing Enforcers 10:45 Homes Under the Hammer 11:45 Don’t Get Done, Get Dom 12:30 Oxford Street Revealed 13:00 Bargain Hunt 14:00 BBC News; Weather 14:30 Land Girls 15:15 Escape to the Country 16:00 Decimate 16:45 Flog It! 17:40 Pets - Wild at Heart 18:40 Pointless 19:25 BBC News 19:45 BBC London News 19:55 Party Election Broadcast 20:00 The One Show 20:30 Wallace & Gromit: The Wrong Trousers 21:00 EastEnders 21:30 VE Day: Remembering Victory 23:00 BBC News 23:25 BBC London News; Weather 23:35 Have I Got a Bit More News for You 24:20 Graham Norton Show

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07:05 Homes Under the Hammer 08:05 Odette 10:00 Victoria Derbyshire 12:00 BBC News 12:30 BBC World News 13:00 Daily Politics 14:00 How We Won the War 14:30 How We Won the War 15:00 Snooker: The World Championship 19:00 Party Election Broadcast 19:05 Antiques Roadshow 19:30 Eggheads 20:00 Snooker: The World Championship 24:00 Wastemen

20:00 Snooker: The World Championship

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07:00 Good Morning Britain 09:30 Lorraine 10:25 Murder, She Wrote 11:30 Columbo: Identity Crisis 13:25 The Unforgettable 14:00 ITV News and Weather 14:10 ITV News Central 14:15 Catchphrase 15:00 Judge Rinder 16:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 17:00 Tipping Point 18:00 Paul O’Grady Show 19:00 Off Their Rockers 19:25 ITV News Central 19:35 Party Election Broadcast 19:45 ITV News and Weather 20:00 Emmerdale 20:30 Coronation Street 21:00 Wild Ireland 21:30 Coronation Street 22:00 Safe House 23:00 ITV News at Ten 23:10 ITV News Central 23:15 The Agenda 23:55 Slow Train Through Africa with Griff Rhys Jones 24:55 The Unforgettable

07:00 Countdown 07:45 Will & Grace 08:35 Everybody Loves Raymond 09:30 Frasier 10:30 The Simpsons 11:00 The Simpsons 11:30 Come Dine with Me 12:00 Come Dine with Me 12:30 Come Dine with Me 13:00 Come Dine with Me 13:35 Come Dine with Me 14:05 A Place in the Sun: Summer Sun 15:10 Countdown 16:00 Deal or No Deal 17:00 Posh Pawnbrokers 18:00 Couples Come Dine with Me 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 20:25 Party Election Broadcast 20:30 How the Other Half Eat 21:00 Food Unwrapped 22:00 Stranger on the Bridge 23:00 Ballot Monkeys 23:30 Jimmy Carr: Making People Laugh 24:35 The Island with Bear Grylls

07:00 Childrens TV 09:00 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom 09:10 Milkshake! Monkey 09:15 Peppa Pig 09:25 Peppa Pig 09:35 Toby’s Travelling Circus 09:45 Bananas in Pyjamas 10:00 Tickety Toc 10:15 The Wright Stuff 12:30 Cowboy Builders & Bodge Jobs 13:25 5 News Lunchtime 13:30 Sick Note Skivers Exposed 14:30 Neighbours 15:00 Rosamunde Pilcher: The Other Wife 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 The Gadget Show 19:55 Party Election Broadcast 20:00 World’s Busiest 21:00 Police Interceptors 22:00 Gotham 23:00 Person of Interest 23:55 Lord of War

07:00 The Hot Desk 07:10 All Star Family Fortunes 07:55 Emmerdale 08:25 Coronation Street 09:00 Coronation Street 09:30 New People Do the Funniest Things 10:30 The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 The Jeremy Kyle Show 12:35 The Jeremy Kyle Show 13:40 Emmerdale 14:10 Coronation Street 14:40 Coronation Street 15:10 Mr Bean 15:45 Mr Bean 16:15 Richie Rich 18:10 The Smurfs 20:15 Johnny English 22:00 The Dark Knight

07:00 Hollyoaks 07:25 Revenge 08:10 Charmed 09:00 Made in Chelsea 10:00 Rules of Engagement 10:35 Melissa & Joey 11:00 Charmed 12:00 Charmed 13:00 Hollyoaks 13:30 Rules of Engagement 14:00 The Goldbergs 14:30 Melissa & Joey 15:00 The Big Bang Theory 15:30 The Big Bang Theory 16:00 The Big Bang Theory 16:30 The Big Bang Theory 17:00 The Big Bang Theory 17:30 The Big Bang Theory 18:00 The Big Bang Theory 18:30 The Big Bang Theory 19:00 The Big Bang Theory 19:30 The Big Bang Theory 20:00 Hollyoaks 20:30 The Goldbergs 21:00 Revenge 22:00 Made in Chelsea 23:00 Virtually Famous 23:55 The Big Bang Theory 24:25 The Big Bang Theory

tuesday 5th May BBC1 07:00 Breakfast 10:15 The Housing Enforcers 11:00 Homes Under the Hammer 12:00 Don’t Get Done, Get Dom 12:45 Oxford Street Revealed 13:15 Bargain Hunt 14:00 BBC News; Weather 14:45 Doctors 15:15 Land Girls 16:00 Decimate 16:45 Escape to the Country 17:30 Flog It! 18:15 Pointless 19:00 BBC News 19:30 BBC London News 19:55 Party Election Broadcast 20:00 The One Show 20:30 EastEnders 21:00 Holby City 22:00 24 Hours in the Past 23:00 BBC News 23:30 BBC London News; Weather 23:50 Del Boys & Dealers 24:50 Texas Rangers

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07:00 Homes Under the Hammer 08:00 Don’t Get Done, Get Dom 08:45 Oxford Street Revealed 09:15 Collectaholics 10:15 Victoria Derbyshire 12:00 BBC News 12:30 BBC World News 13:00 Daily Politics 14:00 How We Won the War 14:30 How We Won the War 15:00 Daily Politics Election Debates 16:00 The Super League Show 16:45 Are You Being Served? 17:15 ‘Allo ‘Allo! 17:45 Just Good Friends 18:15 Antiques Roadshow 18:55 Party Election Broadcast 19:00 Eggheads 19:30 Escape to the Continent 20:00 Coast Australia 20:50 Nature’s Weirdest Events 21:00 Inside the Factory: How Our Favourite Foods Are Made 22:00 Wastemen 23:00 Later Live - with Jools Holland 23:30 Newsnight 24:30 Weather 24:35 The NI Leaders’ Debate

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07:00 Good Morning Britain 09:30 Lorraine 10:25 Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 This Morning 11:55 ITV News 11:59 ITV Central Weather 12:00 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV News 14:55 ITV News Central 15:00 Judge Rinder 16:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 16:59 ITV Central Weather 17:00 Tipping Point 18:00 Paul O’Grady Show 19:00 ITV News Central 19:25 Party Election Broadcast 19:30 ITV News and Weather 20:00 Emmerdale 20:30 Live UEFA Champions League 23:00 ITV News at Ten and Weather 23:30 ITV News Central 23:40 UEFA Champions League: Extra Time 24:30 Benidorm

CHANNEL 4

07:00 Countdown 07:45 Will & Grace 08:35 Everybody Loves Raymond 09:30 Frasier 10:25 Undercover Boss 11:30 Come Dine with Me 12:00 Come Dine with Me 12:30 Come Dine with Me 13:00 Channel 4 News 13:05 Come Dine with Me 13:35 Come Dine with Me 14:05 A Place in the Sun: Winter Sun 15:10 Countdown 16:00 Deal or No Deal 17:00 Posh Pawnbrokers 18:00 Couples Come Dine with Me 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 20:55 Party Election Broadcast 21:00 Kirstie and Phil’s Love It or List It 22:00 No Offence 23:00 Ballot Monkeys 23:30 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown 24:35 The Island with Bear Grylls

CHANNEL 5

07:00 Childrens TV 09:30 Milkshake! Bop Box 09:35 Toby’s Travelling Circus 09:45 Bananas in Pyjamas 10:00 Tickety Toc 10:15 The Wright Stuff 12:45 Cowboy Builders & Bodge Jobs 13:40 5 News Lunchtime 13:45 The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 NCIS 16:15 Left to Die: the Sandra and Tammi Chase Story 18:00 5 News 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 Car Crash TV 19:30 5 News Tonight 19:55 Party Election Broadcast 20:00 Police Interceptors 21:00 Britain’s Horror Homes 22:00 20 Moments That Rocked Britain 24:00 Far and Away

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07:00 Life’s Funniest Moments 07:20 Psych 08:05 Emmerdale 08:35 Coronation Street 09:10 Coronation Street 09:35 Dinner Date 10:35 Scorpion 11:25 Psych 12:20 Royal Pains 13:10 Emmerdale 13:45 Coronation Street 14:15 Coronation Street 14:45 Dinner Date 15:40 The Jeremy Kyle Show 16:50 The Jeremy Kyle Show 17:55 The Jeremy Kyle Show 19:00 Judge Rinder 20:00 New You’ve Been Framed! 20:30 You’ve Been Framed! 21:00 Two and a Half Men 21:30 Two and a Half Men 22:00 Educating Joey Essex - General Election, What Are You Sayin?! 23:00 Hell’s Kitchen USA 24:00 Scary Movie 4

E4 07:00 Hollyoaks 07:25 Revenge 08:10 Charmed 09:00 Made in Chelsea 10:00 Rules of Engagement 10:30 Melissa & Joey 11:00 Charmed 12:00 Charmed 13:00 Hollyoaks 13:30 Rules of Engagement 14:00 How I Met Your Mother 14:30 How I Met Your Mother 15:00 The Big Bang Theory 15:30 The Big Bang Theory 16:00 The Goldbergs 16:30 Melissa & Joey 17:00 Rules of Engagement 17:30 Rules of Engagement 18:00 How I Met Your Mother 18:30 How I Met Your Mother 19:00 The Big Bang Theory 19:30 The Big Bang Theory 20:00 Hollyoaks 20:30 The Goldbergs 21:00 Brooklyn Nine-Nine 21:30 The Big Bang Theory 22:00 Empire 23:00 Supernatural 24:00 The Big Bang Theory

wednesday 6th May BBC1 07:00 Breakfast 10:15 The Housing Enforcers 11:00 Homes Under the Hammer 12:00 Don’t Get Done, Get Dom 12:45 Oxford Street Revealed 13:15 Bargain Hunt 14:00 BBC News; Weather 14:45 Doctors 15:15 Land Girls 16:00 Decimate 16:45 Escape to the Country 17:30 Flog It! 18:15 Pointless 19:00 BBC News 19:30 BBC London News 20:00 The One Show 21:00 Inspector George Gently 22:30 Peter Kay’s Car Share 23:00 BBC News 23:30 BBC London News; Weather 23:50 A Question of Sport 24:20 A Few Best Men

22:30 Peter Kay’s Car Share

BBC2

07:00 Homes Under the Hammer 08:00 Don’t Get Done, Get Dom 08:45 Oxford Street Revealed 09:15 See Hear 09:45 An Island Parish: Falklands 10:15 Victoria Derbyshire 12:00 BBC News 12:30 BBC World News 13:00 Daily Politics 14:00 How We Won the War 14:30 How We Won the War 15:00 Daily Politics Election Debates 16:00 Talking Pictures 16:40 Are You Being Served? 17:10 ‘Allo ‘Allo! 17:45 Just Good Friends 18:15 Antiques Roadshow 19:00 Eggheads 19:30 Escape to the Continent 20:00 Coast Australia 20:50 Nature’s Weirdest Events 21:00 Inside the Factory: How Our Favourite Foods Are Made 22:00 Charlie Brooker’s Election Wipe 23:00 QI 23:30 Newsnight 24:15 Weather 24:20 See Hear 24:50 Wastemen

thursday 7th May BBC1

07:00 Breakfast 10:15 The Housing Enforcers 11:00 Homes Under the Hammer 12:00 Don’t Get Done, Get Dom 12:45 Oxford Street Revealed 13:15 Bargain Hunt 14:00 BBC News; Weather 14:45 Doctors 15:15 Land Girls 16:00 Decimate 16:45 Escape to the Country 17:30 Flog It! 18:15 Pointless 19:00 BBC News 19:30 BBC London News 20:00 The One Show 20:30 EastEnders 21:00 Watchdog 21:55 Shark 22:55 Election 2015

BBC2

07:00 Homes Under the Hammer 08:00 Don’t Get Done, Get Dom 08:45 Oxford Street Revealed 09:15 Great British Garden Revival 10:15 Victoria Derbyshire 12:00 BBC News 12:30 BBC World News 13:00 Spitfire Women 14:00 How We Won the War 14:30 How We Won the War 15:00 The Wooden Horse 16:40 Are You Being Served? 17:10 ‘Allo ‘Allo! 17:45 Just Good Friends 18:15 Antiques Roadshow 19:00 Eggheads 19:30 Escape to the Continent 20:00 Coast Australia 20:50 Nature’s Weirdest Events 21:00 Inside the Factory: How Our Favourite Foods Are Made 22:00 The Game 23:00 W1A 23:30 Kinky Boots

ITV1

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07:00 Good Morning Britain 09:30 Lorraine 10:25 Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 This Morning 11:55 ITV News 11:59 ITV Central Weather 12:00 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV News and Weather 14:55 ITV News Central 15:00 Judge Rinder 16:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 16:59 ITV Central Weather 17:00 Tipping Point 18:00 Paul O’Grady Show 19:00 ITV News Central 19:30 ITV News and Weather 20:00 Emmerdale 20:30 Coronation Street 21:00 Give a Pet a Home 22:00 Newzoids 22:30 The Delivery Man 23:00 ITV News at Ten and Weather 23:30 ITV News Central 23:40 Unforgettable Election Moments: 60 Years On 24:40 Corfu: A Tale of Two Islands

07:00 Countdown 07:45 Will & Grace 08:35 Everybody Loves Raymond 09:30 Frasier 10:25 Undercover Boss 11:25 Come Dine with Me 11:55 Come Dine with Me 12:25 Come Dine with Me 12:55 Channel 4 News 13:00 Come Dine with Me 13:30 Come Dine with Me 14:00 A Place in the Sun: Winter Sun 15:00 Channel 4 Racing 17:00 Posh Pawnbrokers 18:00 Couples Come Dine with Me 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 21:00 The Restoration Man 22:00 The Island with Bear Grylls 23:00 Ballot Monkeys 23:30 Bugsplat! 24:00 Bodyshockers

07:00 Childrens TV 09:10 Milkshake! Monkey 09:15 Peppa Pig 09:20 Peppa Pig 09:25 Peppa Pig 09:30 Milkshake! Bop Box 09:35 Toby’s Travelling Circus 09:45 Bananas in Pyjamas 10:00 Tickety Toc 10:15 The Wright Stuff 12:45 Cowboy Builders & Bodge Jobs 13:40 5 News Lunchtime 13:45 The Hotel Inspector 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 NCIS: New Orleans 16:10 Deadly Honeymoon 18:00 5 News 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 Car Crash TV 19:30 5 News Tonight 20:00 GPs: Behind Closed Doors 21:00 The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door 22:00 Autopsy: The Last Hours Of 23:00 CSI: Miami 23:55 CSI: NY 24:50 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

07:00 Life’s Funniest Moments 07:20 Psych 08:05 Emmerdale 08:35 New You’ve Been Framed! 09:35 Dinner Date 10:35 Scorpion 11:25 Psych 12:20 Royal Pains 13:10 Emmerdale 13:40 Britain’s Got More Talent 14:45 Dinner Date 15:40 The Jeremy Kyle Show 16:50 The Jeremy Kyle Show 17:55 The Jeremy Kyle Show 19:00 Judge Rinder 20:00 You’ve Been Framed! 20:30 You’ve Been Framed! 21:00 Two and a Half Men 21:30 Two and a Half Men 22:00 Bridget Jones: the Edge of Reason 24:10 The Vampire Diaries

07:00 Hollyoaks 07:25 Revenge 08:10 Charmed 09:00 Made in Chelsea 10:00 Rules of Engagement 10:30 Melissa & Joey 11:00 Charmed 12:00 Charmed 13:00 Hollyoaks 13:30 Rules of Engagement 14:00 How I Met Your Mother 14:30 How I Met Your Mother 15:00 The Big Bang Theory 15:30 The Big Bang Theory 16:00 The Goldbergs 16:30 Melissa & Joey 17:00 Rules of Engagement 17:30 Rules of Engagement 18:00 How I Met Your Mother 18:30 How I Met Your Mother 19:00 The Big Bang Theory 19:30 The Big Bang Theory 20:00 Hollyoaks 20:30 The Goldbergs 21:00 The Big Bang Theory 21:30 The Big Bang Theory 22:00 Jane the Virgin 23:00 Jennifer’s Body

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07:00 Good Morning Britain 09:30 Lorraine 10:25 Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30 This Morning 11:55 ITV News 11:59 ITV Central Weather 12:00 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV News and Weather 14:55 ITV News Central 15:00 Judge Rinder 16:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 16:59 ITV Central Weather 17:00 Tipping Point 18:00 Paul O’Grady Show 19:00 ITV News Central 19:30 ITV News and Weather 20:00 Emmerdale 20:30 Tonight 21:00 Emmerdale 21:30 You’ve Been Framed! 22:00 Fraud Squad 22:55 Election 2015

07:00 Countdown 07:45 Will & Grace 08:35 Everybody Loves Raymond 09:30 Frasier 10:25 Undercover Boss 11:25 Come Dine with Me 11:55 Come Dine with Me 12:25 Come Dine with Me 12:55 Channel 4 News 13:00 Come Dine with Me 13:30 Come Dine with Me 14:00 A Place in the Sun: Winter Sun 15:00 Channel 4 Racing 17:00 Posh Pawnbrokers 18:00 Couples Come Dine with Me 19:00 The Simpsons 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Channel 4 News 21:00 The World’s Most Extreme 22:00 Channel 4’s Alternative Election Night 22:30 The Last Leg 23:00 Gogglebox 24:00 Paxman and Mitchell: More Alternative Election Night

07:00 Childrens TV 09:00 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom 09:15 Peppa Pig 09:25 Peppa Pig 09:30 Milkshake! Bop Box 09:35 Toby’s Travelling Circus 09:45 Bananas in Pyjamas 10:00 Tickety Toc 10:15 The Wright Stuff 12:45 Cowboy Builders & Bodge Jobs 13:40 5 News Lunchtime 13:45 Secrets of Great British Castles 14:45 Neighbours 15:15 NCIS 16:10 Do No Harm 18:00 5 News 18:30 Neighbours 19:00 Car Crash TV 19:30 5 News Tonight 20:00 World War II in Colour 21:00 The Last Days of 22:00 The Hotel Inspector 23:00 Stephen King’s Bag of Bones

07:00 Life’s Funniest Moments 07:20 Psych 08:05 Emmerdale 08:35 Coronation Street 09:10 New You’ve Been Framed! 09:35 Dinner Date 10:35 Scorpion 11:25 Psych 12:20 Royal Pains 13:10 Emmerdale 13:45 Coronation Street 14:15 You’ve Been Framed! 14:45 Dinner Date 15:40 The Jeremy Kyle Show 16:50 The Jeremy Kyle Show 17:55 The Jeremy Kyle Show 19:00 Judge Rinder 20:00 New You’ve Been Framed! 20:30 You’ve Been Framed! 21:00 Evan Almighty 23:00 Celebrity Juice 23:50 American Pie Presents Band Camp

07:00 Hollyoaks 07:35 Happy Endings 08:00 E4 - Closed for Voting 20:00 Hollyoaks 20:30 The Goldbergs 21:00 2 Broke Girls 21:30 The Big Bang Theory 22:00 Brooklyn Nine-Nine 22:30 Marry Me 23:00 The Big Bang Theory 23:30 The Big Bang Theory 24:00 Empire

21:30 The Big Bang Theory

Thursday, April 30 - Thursday, May 7 2015

showbiz goss Around this time last year BBC Two aired spoof comedy show W1A, and series 2 started up on Thursday 23rd, starring Hugh Bonneville as Ian Fletcher, Head of Values at the BBC. The show uses real life people as part of their plots including motormouth Jeremy Clarkson, mostly because he´s a ´great source of material´ Hugh told the Radio Times. Top cast includes David Tennant as the narrator.

It was Record Store Day a week ago, and to celebrate the fine event they came up with the rather novel idea of posing the question ´what’s the first album you ever bought with your own money, and that can include any collection of songs on vinyl, tape, CD, even download.´ Yvette Caster tweeted ‘The Bodyguard Soundtrack, on tape. Whitney Houston at her finest! Still fantastic!’ OK folks, so what was your first purchase?

Taylor

Writer and Broadcaster

Write ´Femininity is a Beautiful Thing´ 100 times Ashleigh! BEARING THE title ´Mr Womaniser´ Russell Brand is now claiming not only a new life of celibacy, but wanting to be called a feminist as well! … yep! You read right folks! Has he finally lost the last nut and bolt that´s keeping him together? Russell was interviewed by Ashleigh Rainbird of The Mirror at the premiere of his new politically driven movie ´The Emperor´s New Clothes´, so there will be a wee dab of attention grabbing in there to boot! I´ve done a fair amount of Brand bashing in the past, based on his nonsense of a marriage to Katy Perry, but after admitting to going a lot crazy in the bedroom Olympics department when they split after 14 months, bit by bit Russell has started to impress with his rants about how politicians and corporations are slowly sucking the life out of us! Back to the feminism issue Russell said “I grew up in old sexist Essex, I’ve got loads to learn on the subject of feminism, I think the loss of femininity in our culture is to the detriment of us as men,” a statement reporter Rainbird scoffed at when she wrote “Er, to be honest we’re not entirely sure what he is trying to say with that one, but here’s hoping he brushes up on his feminism knowledge soon, eh?” Surely when the person you are interviewing speaks you should try and get on it Ashleigh, leastwise not admit to being dumb enough to let it pass you by! Sadly Ashleigh I think you got lost in your own overgrown feminist agenda and completely missed what yer man was putting out there. Femininity is such a beautiful thing, and in my opinion Russell was simply lamenting its loss. Latest Bond movie ´Sceptre´ will be released on November 6th, but the story today is not about the filming, but about mobile phones. Samsung and Sony have been offering ridiculous amounts of dosh for their smartphones to be placements in the movie, but Columbia Pictures president Andrew Gumbert said “James Bond only uses the ‘best,’ and in our minds, Sony and Samsung are not the ‘best’!” Cool Andrew!!

Link of the week YouTube video showing the finish of a horse race with the elastic on jockeys pants broken ´Blake Shinn in a cracking finish!´

Dreaming of being in a band together from their childhood, Noel and Liam Gallagher wrote ideas on their bedroom wall, boyhood scribbles that eventually turned into the song ´Wonderwall.´ A reunion has been gently gathering momentum over the last year or so, and with nothing overtly physical or verbally abusive taking place, it’s looking like it could well be game on next year. Oasis were nominated for 91 awards and won 36 of them.

Thursday, April 30 - Thursday, May 7 2015

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ask Sara

by Sara

Bell

Life Coach

WITH A background in family and matrimonial mediation, Life Coach Sara Bell helps Readers with their daily worries. If you are having difficulties with relationships, family, work or any other aspect of your life, then help is at hand.

Torn....

I am 28, and thought I was in a committed relationship, until my partner’s best friend declared his love for me. I always thought he was a nice guy, but didn’t think I had any romantic feelings towards him. I was happy with my boyfriend, but since this man admitted how he feels, I can’t stop thinking about him. Every time we see each other my feelings for him grow stronger. He desperately does not want to hurt his friend, but he says he could not go through life having never told me the depth of his feelings. Sometimes, there is nothing more appealing to a person, than knowing someone is in love with them. You are naturally feeling flattered. I would suggest giving yourself time to see if these emotions fade. If they don’t, and get stronger - then you have some serious thinking to do about your relationship, and future with your boyfriend. Inevitably, someone will get hurt if you decide to go with this friend, but no one should live a lie.

Scared to go out We were burgled while away on holiday. Since then I haven’t felt safe, and have problems leaving the house. I have panic attacks, and am constantly looking at people on the street, thinking it could have been them. A lot of our personal things were taken, that can’t be replaced, and I am so sad about it. We were insured, but it doesn’t replace the precious mementos. After something like this happens, you will naturally go through a period of feeling violated. As far as the practical things are concerned, get an alarm, and make your house difficult for anyone to enter - a good security Firm will help you with this. When I was burgled, the Police Officer said to me, ‘get yourself a dog, and a big one’. Thieves might think twice if there is a dog around. If you are having problems coping, then it might help talking to your Doctor about the panic attacks. And remember, if you let them ruin your life, they will have won. Write to Sara in confidence. A pseudonym will be used if you wish. Sara reads all letters and can give a personal reply. Email your question to agonyaunt@roundtownnews.com or Sara is available for private consultations, telephone 633 614 476.

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Make extra money this summer as a host family for Chit Chat FOR 35 years the Chit Chat Language School has been running its Summer School programme for Spanish students from all over Spain to come and study English. Do you live in Javea, Benitachell, Calpe, Denia, Gata, Moraira or Pedreguer? During the day the students are taught at the Chit Chat facilities in Javea, and after school hours and evenings are spent with their British host families. If you are a British family living in Benitachell, Denia, Gata, Javea, Moraira or Pedreguer then please note that more Host Families are needed for this summer due to strong demand. Many Spanish parents regard their children learning the English language as one of the highest priorities of their education, and despite the continuing economic recession more and more children want to attend the Chit Chat programme. The students are not just taught all day in English at the Chit Chat facilities, they are also ‘immersed’ in everything English by staying with a British host family. This way they also learn some of our customs, experience British cooking, and see how British people live. The students leave feeling far more confident and speaking much better English than when they arrived and everybody has great fun during their stay. You can request to have 2, 3 or 4 children, and you can also request the sex and age groups ranging from 8 to 16. The courses are for two, three or five weeks’ duration. The children are at home with you overnight, and go off to the

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Priestley the knife

CARELINE THEATRE is busy rehearsing its spring production of the JB Priestley classic ‘An Inspector Calls’ and its sharp attack on the wayward principles of English society in the Victorian and Edwardian era.

by Jack Troughton

Inspector Goul (Andy Headford-Lord) questions Mrs Birling (Marian Carter).

The highly respected drama is set in 1912 and was first performed in 1945 in the former USSR – not being unveiled in Britain until the following year. And set in a fictitious northern town, Priestley shows his own socialist beliefs in a plot that is centred on the prosperous middle-class Birling family being quizzed by the inspector about the suicide of a young middle class woman – exposing her exploitation, abandonment, and

social ruin leading up to her death. Taking the role of director for the first time is Careline’s Scott Hamer, who has worked his cast hard but made rehearsals an enjoyable time. An Inspector Calls runs from Thursday 21st May until Saturday 23rd May at the Careline Theatre in Alcalali. Performances start at 8pm and tickets are 12€ and can be reserved by calling 652 294 750 or by email to carelineboxoffice@gmail.com.

U3A heads southbound MEMBERS OF U3A Vall Del Pop enjoyed a whistle stop tour of southern Spain, taking in Jerez, Ronda and Gibraltar. The coach left Jalon for the busy resort of Benalamadena and an overnight stop, after enjoying an opportunity to visit the busy resort and its bustling marina. And the next morning it was time to head for Jerez where the party visited the world famous equestrian school and the Tio Pepe bodega – naturally taking time to taste the distinguished sherry. The next day and the coach headed inland and into the mountains to discover Ronda. Maps were handed out to allow the party to explore the historic town – and the “crowning glory” of its bridge across a deep gorge. Gibraltar was the third leg of the trip and the party took time to take in the history of the iconic rock – and go shopping...to Marks and Spencer.

Thursday, April 30 - Thursday, May 7 2015

tech

with Aunty Virus

Email auntyvirus@roundtownnews.com

Removing Bad Image virus HELLO AUNTY VIRUS. Can you please help/ advise me? I have today removed the Bad Image virus from my PC by using system restore, and sending my PC back to before I acquired this virus, it has removed it from my desktop, but will it still be on my PC? If so how do I remove it? Regards, Barry Aunty says: System Restore may remove the virus for the time being, but it may not remove the virus files altogether. If you know what you downloaded and the date prior to getting the virus, check your “programs” list in control panel, and make sure there are no “rogue” programs installed around that time. Sometimes, if you install “free” software, and rely on the default install settings, they can also install other software which you may not want (and which may cause problems!) Running your antivirus program, then “anti- malwarebytes”, and then “adaware” to make sure all traces are removed. Response: Thanks for this advice I’ll try to do it later

Printing problems Hello Aunty, I have an Acer aspire, and an Epson sx210 printer. For some unknown reason the printer will not print any email. It works fine with any other printing I have to do. Any idea’s? Thanks. Roger Aunty says: It could be a few things: It could be your browser that you are using to view the email... perhaps using a different browser will correct the problem. If that fails, then sometime uninstalling and then reinstalling the printer can help

Windows Security and Windows Defender Dear Aunty, I am a little confused by your article in April 23rd edition of the RTN with regard to Windows Security. I run Windows 8.1 which came with Windows Defender. I understood this to be an Antivirus, but you say W8.1 does not come with any security and needs to be downloaded (such as Microsoft Essentials or any others). I looked up which is best, Microsoft Security Essentials or Windows Defender on Microsoft website. They say Microsoft Security Essentials will not work on W8.1. Am I right that Windows Defender is good enough as an antivirus or should I download something different? Hope you can clear this up for me. Great column every week, really informative. Eric Aunty says: Sorry for the confusion. As you say, Microsoft Security Essentials will work on W7, and not W8 W8 does come with its own “antivirus / security” system, Defender. But sometimes, this is not actually activated, as other Antivirus systems may be installed as part of the “package”. These will be trial versions, usually to try and get you to pay for a full version. In which case, Windows Defender may not be activated. But for W8 you can use Defender, or any other compatible Anti virus system. But make sure you are using only one, as running multiple antivirus systems at the same time, will slow down your PC, as each system will be scanning your files at the same time.

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THE MOUNT Everest Nepali and Indian restaurant is an Indian restaurant with a difference. Situated in Pilar de la Horadada, the Mount Everest Restaurant has been owned by Ram for eight years: “Having worked all my life in restaurants throughout India, I moved to Spain to run my own restaurant.” The highlight of Ram’s career was working as Head Chef in Mumbai at one of India’s top 5-Star hotels. The Mount Everest Restaurant is the first Nepali and Indian restaurant in the area and serves all of your favourite Indian dishes including Pakora and Samosa starters and Korma, Tikka Masala, Jalfrezy and Madras main courses. They also have an extensive range of special dishes from Nepal including Himali Bhale Tikka, Jhinge Prawn Malekhu and Chicken Sekuwa. All of these dishes are cooked fresh using traditional methods and herbs and spices imported specially from the region. For those who are less adventurous, Mount Everest Restaurant also cater for non-curry lovers and children. There are various special offer menus including an Early Bird menu at an incredible 10.95€ including a drink. There is also a 10% discount on take-away orders. The Mount Everest Restaurant is fully air conditioned and is kept at a comfortable temperature even in the hot summer months. Reservations are highly recommended to avoid disappointment. Open every day from 12.30pm to 3.30pm and 6pm to 11.59pm. Please note they are closed Wednesday lunch time only. Mount Everest Restaurant can be found by turning towards Pilar de la Horadada at the Carrefour roundabout. You will see them on the left just after Aldi. You will need to turn left at the first set of traffic lights and then immediately left again. Tel: 966 766 218 – 697 502 583. See our advert below.

Thursday, April 30 - Thursday, May 7 2015

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Matt Curtis-Mason Matt is well established here on the Costa Blanca, and has a fabulous voice and a wonderful repertoire. Matt has had a busy year entertaining people, and would like to thank everyone for their loyal and continued support. He has a truly infectious personality, and a memorable performance is guaranteed, should you decide to use his talents. Live music, karaoke’s, discos and Race Nights are available. His Race Nights are a popular event, useful to all social & sports clubs/organisations, as a fund raising tool or as a social event. Matt will be performing at The Venue Bar and Grill, Benitachell / Moraira Rd on Saturday 16th May. This is the 1st night of a new Modern Jive Dance Club, please support. You can contact Matt on 662 504 969 or email: matthewcurtis09@yahoo.co.uk May Gigs: Saturday 2: Carpe Diem Rte., Playa de L’Albir. 7.30 pm Sunday 3: Coll de Rates Rte., (Ctra. ParcentTarbena). 1.30pm Friday 8: Bar Quo Vadis, Javea. 8.30 pm. Saturday 9: Coll de Rates Rte., (Ctra. ParcentTarbena). 1.30pm Thursday 14: Bar Citrus, Orba. 8 pm. Friday 15: Coconuts Bar, Calpe (Kids Fun Disco). 4 pm.

Saturday 16: Venue Bar and Grill, Benitachell/Moraira Rd. 9 pm. Sunday 17: Coll de Rates Rte., (Ctra. Parcent-Tarbena). 1.30pm Sunday 17: Kathmandu Indian Rte., Moraira. 8 pm Saturday 23: Kathmandu Indian Rte., Las marinas, Denia. 8.30 pm. Sunday 24: Coll de Rates Rte., (Ctra. Parcent-Tarbena). 1.30pm Friday 29: Bar Ca Pep, Orba. 9 pm

Sharni Female Entertainer Sharni has twenty seven years experience in the entertainment business with residencies in five star hotels in the Middle East and major holiday/leisure resorts in the UK. She now has a full laser & light show, plus a 6 ft Digital HD Screen. Sharni is ideal for cabaret, dancing or easy listening – singing hits from the 60’s to the present day, from a huge repertoire which she constantly up dates. For bookings and more info check out her web site: www.thesharnishow.com May Gigs: Friday 1: Rusty’s Bar & Rte, Benitachell/Moraira (next to Mercadona) (Every Friday) Saturday 2: Imanyo Disco Bar, Daya Nueva. 9 pm. Sunday 3: Camping Fanadix, Benissa (Grand Opening). 5 pm. Thursday 7: Gurkha Palace Indian Rte., Javea. 8 pm. Saturday 9: Brauhaus Restaurant, C/Pintor Sorolla, Calpe. 8 pm Thursday 14: Dracula’s Bar, Calpe Port. 8.30 pm. Saturday 16: The Black Bull, Castalla. 9 pm. Saturday 23: Brauhaus Restaurant, C/Pintor Sorolla, Calpe. 8 pm Saturday 30: Winnie’s Bar, La Cala Finestrat. 9 pm.

Strikland – Pop/Rock Band “Strikland” is a five-piece British/Dutch pop rock band that consists of Rob Sweeney - great versatile vocalist, Bernie Ford (guitar), Rowdy Willemsen (bass), Phil Cox (drums) and Nick Hollings (keyboards). Since their 1st gig at Don Quijote Bar, Moraria they have gone from strength to strength with their live performances in Denia. The band play a great set of modern & disco classics, which gets everyone up on the dance floor. The band will be next be performing at the Don Quijote Bar, Paichi Centre, Moraira on Friday 1st May from 9.30 pm. For the latest info and photos, check out their website: www.strikland.info., Facebook page or phone: 659 285 347.

Thursday, April 30 - Thursday, May 7 2015

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Basic Spanish for everyday needs by Jane Cronin

Pink Ladies Direct object pronouns - examples entertain WELL I’M quite pleased with myself because I’ve managed to explain to my own satisfaction the meaning and use of the direct object pronoun in Spanish, which is no small task. Whether I’ve explained it to your satisfaction is quite another matter, but there again, that’s the beauty of writing for a newspaper you never actually find out what confusion you might have caused. What I promised this week was a bit of consolidation. That is, looking at what we have already talked about in some sort of context. Even this isn’t as easy as you might think because in many typical everyday sentences some other pesky things called indirect object pronouns pop up all over the place and I’m attempting to keep them out of it for the time being. Here are one or two examples anyway: Mi madre me visita cada verano - My mother visits me every summer. Te veo mañana a la misma hora ¿vale? - I’ll see you tomorrow at the same time, okay? Lo comió todo de un tirón - He (or she) ate it all in one go.

Now these three examples obey the rule we looked at before which said that we have to put the direct object pronoun in front of the verb, and after the subject if there is one, as in: Mi madre me visita … (My mother me visits …) However, there are three instances, and these are in fact very common, where the direct object pronoun appears in a different place in the sentence. Here they are, and I’m sure some with sound familiar to you, in fact one type we have looked at a bit already. The direct object pronoun can be tacked onto the end of these three forms: 1. THE GERUND (IE. – ING EQUIVALENT). Estoy comprándolo, (I am buying it), Ese hombre está mirándote (That man is looking at you) 2. THE IMPERATIVE (I.E. COMMANDS). Hazlo (Do it), espéranos (Wait for us) 3. INFINITIVES (THE BASIC FORM) Tienes que explicarlo (You have to explain it), Voy a buscaros (I’m going to look for you, I’m going to get you - plural you)

Crossword Solutions for Last Week Suduko Answer Cryptic Solutions Across: 1 Outbreak; 5 Crow; 9 Mend; 10 Penchant; 11 Put on; 12 Elusive; 13 Clamorousness; 18 Partisan; 19 Mare; 20 Improve; 21 Anger; 22 East; 23 Redolent. Down: 2 Unequal; 3 Bedroom; 4 An eye for an eye; 6 Realise; 7 Withers; 8 Scouts; 13 Capsize; 14 Apropos; 15 Orison; 16 Nominal; 17 Surgeon. Quick Solutions Across: 1 Bankrupt; 5 Aped; 9 Gain; 10 Scissors; 11 Merry; 12 Useless; 13 Predetermined; 18 Critical; 19 Sled; 20 Inertia; 21 Banal; 22 Gate; 23 Meditate. Down: 2 Amateur; 3 Kindred; 4 Picture palace; 6 Protean; 7 Disused; 8 Esteem; 13 Picking; 14 Evident; 15 Exists; 16 Instant; 17 Elegan

You may have noticed that in some of these examples we have added an accent. That is there to preserve the emphasis on the correct part of the verb and make sure it is not distorted by making the word longer. And one more important point for today: in the case gerunds (no. 1) and infinitives (no. 3) the direct object pronouns can in fact go in either place in a sentence, the difference just being a case of style and choice. So all the examples below are correct. Estoy comprándolo or Lo estoy comprando Ese hombre está mirándote or Ese hombre te está mirando. Tienes que explicarlo or Lo tienes que explicar Voy a buscaros or Os voy a buscar If you’re not really coping with this, and I imagine that some of you aren’t, I can only console you by saying that this is one of the fiddliest things we ever have to learn. If you haven’t got it, forget it for now, or just memorise one or two examples you think might be useful. See you next week – I hope!

By Keith Nicol SAINT GEORGE’S Day proved to be the perfect excuse for Morgan’s Bar at Eagles Nest to host a Patron Saint fundraiser with The Pink Ladies on behalf of the AECC. Enjoying the April sunshine, Morgan’s was packed and the Pink Ladies wish to thank the owners Jane and Billy, all of the entertainers, who freely give up their time, including Ricky Neil, Suzi G and Dan Davis, and the Just Brass band, who generously donated 150€ and they were there to perform. The total sum raised from Raffle and Donations was 777€. The celebrations ran from 2pm until late and is just one of many charitable events that Morgan’s and the Pink Ladies hope to putting on this year.

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health

Bell’s Palsy

Bell’s palsy is a distressing condition causing a sudden weakness in the facial muscles on one side of the face. This results in one half of the face drooping and the eye on that side not closing properly. With Bell’s palsy, the nerve that controls the facial muscles, which pass through a narrow corridor of bone on its way to the face, becomes inflamed and swollen. Besides facial muscles, the nerve affects tears, saliva, taste and a small bone in the middle of the ear. Who is at risk? Bell’s palsy can strike at any age. However, there are some people that will be more at risk: those who are pregnant, especially during the third trimester those who are in the first week after giving birth those with any upper respiratory infection those who have diabetes those with a family history of recurrent attacks Causes: Although the exact reason Bell’s palsy occurs isn’t clear, it’s often linked to exposure to a viral infection. Viruses that have been linked to Bell’s palsy include the virus that causes: Cold sores and genital herpes (herpes simplex) Chickenpox and shingles (herpes zoster) Mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr) Cytomegalovirus infections

Respiratory illnesses (adenovirus) German measles (rubella) Mumps (mumps virus) Flu (influenza B) Hand-foot-and-mouth disease (coxsackievirus) Signs and Symptoms: Sudden onset of mild weakness to total paralysis of one side of the face Facial droop causing difficulty in making facial expressions Inability to close the eye on the affected side Drooling Pain around the jaw or in or in or behind the ear on the affected side Increased sensitivity to sound on the affected side Headache A decrease in the ability to taste or experiencing ‘funny’ tastes Changes in the production of tears and saliva

of symptoms. Eye care will also be recommended. In some cases, when recovery is prolonged the patient may be referred to a physiotherapist.

When to see a doctor? When a person experiences any of these symptoms they should seek immediate medical help as stroke needs to be ruled out and the cause of paralysis ascertained. Treatment is usually in the form of steroid medication which should be started within 72 hours of the appearance

Recovery Fortunately for most, Bell’s palsy is temporary. Symptoms usually start to improve within a few weeks, with complete recovery in about six months. However, a small number of people continue to have some Bell’s palsy symptoms for life. Rarely, Bell’s palsy can recur.

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How we hear THE EAR consists of three main parts and performs a vital function in receiving and interpreting sound. A Outer ear B Middle ear C Inner ear

The Outer Ear collects sound vibrations in the concha (5) and passes them along the ear canal (6). The sound vibrates the ear drum (22) which in turn moves the tiny bones (14, 10 and18) in the Middle ear. This movement transmits vibration to the cochlea (4) in the Inner Ear where they are received by fragile microscopic hair cells that covert vibration into nerve impulses for onward transmission by auditory nerve to the brain for recognition. It is very important as human beings to use our sense of hearing. Losing the sense of hearing can completely change

a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s way of living. We should be properly educated in how to care for our sense of hearing by knowing how it works and preventing common causes of hearing loss. The ear consists of three main parts and each performs a vital function in receiving and interpreting sound and it is very important that they function together perfectly. Permanent hearing loss can occur once any of these parts

encounters a problem. For example, the hair cells in the Inner Ear are fragile and some die as a function of disease, head injury, medications, exposure to noise and age. These conditions cannot be medically or surgically corrected and the best treatment for hearing loss from damage to the hair cells or auditory nerve is, in the majority of cases, hearing aids.

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Horoscopes This could well be a time when the tried and tested doesn’t really work and you are left looking at alternatives that allow you to show your expertise and decisiveness. Others are waiting to see how you handle the situation, but before they have a chance to take sides; make a deal that gives everyone just all that they wholeheartedly deserve. Venus enters into Cancer later on this week and this gives you something to work towards. It is transparently clear that somebody has been barking up the wrong tree but this gives you the opportunity to play things straight down the line and will score you some brownie points into the bargain. Play safely, but do play to win, nevertheless! Saturn is in opposition to Mercury and you can bet your bottom dollar that there will be some changes to your schedule, and just when you least expect it. Happily, for once, these changes will be opportunist moments to have your say about things right now, and then you will be able to take your much needed, and deserved, slice of the pie. The entry of Mercury poses possibilities and finds you the very best way to get your message across. With communication made more open and accessible you will find that messages find the right destinations and your intentions will be better understood. Beware that there still needs to be some substantial de- cluttering of what you hold on to. Take a long and hard look at finances right now as there are some economies to me made all the way along the line. The Cosmos has directed a corner that appears comparatively shortly after the midweek lucky brush with Jupiter. For once the luck and wisdom of this planet fades fast because there is some sure restoration work to be done. Mercury is under the current influences of Gemini and this could be something that forces you to face up to a situation which doesn’t seem to be going anywhere. You are under a pressure that you have allowed to develop, but you are not guilty of doing anything other than to try to make things better all around by showing the positive angles. Spurred on by the sextile of Venus, this week brings some positive vibrations and gives you the hope that you need to have right now. The past few weeks haven’t been very easy, and you lack the friendship of someone who truly understands enough to be involved every step of the way. This may be about to change, and your luck with it too! Keep your temper this week as something may very well have taken you over the edge. It won’t help to let rip....but it might just be your safety valve under the circumstances, and therefore understandable. Blame Mars and Pluto for uniting in their energies to make you feel as if you have done something wrong, you know that you haven’t. Keep your temper this week as something may very well have taken you over the edge. It won’t help to let rip....but it might just be your safety valve under the circumstances, and therefore understandable. Blame Mars and Pluto for uniting in their energies to make you feel as if you have done something wrong, you know that you haven’t. Time is going by so very fast and there are some very positive signs that bode well for the future and your emotional needs right now. As someone who has always put others first it is inspiring to see that you are at last putting your best foot forward. Rich rewards come from achieving a balance that makes each and everybody feel special now. As Uranus crosses the Cosmos there comes a time to count your blessings, even if you really have bitten off more than you can chew this time. Others love you both for your inspiring friendship and for your caring and emotive understanding of their needs: even when you have so much on your plate that has to be dealt with right as a priority now. On your spiritual pathway the going can get very tough sometimes; however nothing happens without good reason and you need to know that you are doing the right thing. Your sensitivities are focused on making the right decisions when the time comes, but have no fear because everything is cleared to ensure you get the green light.

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Many would seem to be giving you advice right now, but above all you have to believe in the courage of your own convictions. This will open doorways that currently appear to be closed to anyone but you.

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Kenny Corris For Readings, Consultations and Castings email: kennycorris@hotmail.com / www.kennycorris.net Mobile: 686 361 594 / Tel: 965 878 424

OFTEN I am asked pertinent questions about the Spirit World. As a frequent flyer to this domain of the Other Side I am probably very clued up on many things. As I haven’t made my one way journey as yet, and because I have the right to book a round trip, I am able to report back on a fairly reliable basis. One question, that is frequent is one, that asks who exactly is there, or going to be there in the Spirit World. I know that this question means that the questioner wants to know if they can avoid somebody...but yet too comes the need to know that a loved one has survived and will actually be there. Whatever, you have to understand the protocol of who is or isn’t there waiting for us. We know that that everyone there in Spirit has had at least one life on Earth; and with various options available, and a viable recycling programme called reincarnation, it is no guarantee that a dear departed one is there ready and waiting. Those who do reach the comfort of the Spirit World have had to show that they deserve to be there, and that they have the qualifications to enter. This will answer the question I am most frequently asked, “Will Hitler/Saddam Hussain/ Myra Hindley be there in the Spirit World?” You can add anyone else of infamy and it will always be the same answer, because basically though there is forgiveness some people abused their power on Earth and will be questioned about it for ever. We are therefore unlikely to meet the departed soul of anyone whose credentials aren’t up to par. Which leads me to answer another popular question that totally destroys the myth that anyone who decides to take their own life can’t come through because what they did was wrong. Not true, these unfortunates have only chosen to take their own life, and they have had to reason with any mistakes they

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made in this process of self destruction, thereby freeing their souls to enter into the Spirit World. There is no judgment of those who have lived a caring life, and if forgiveness is needed it will be there in abundance. Residents of this great holding station of Spirit will, each of them, have been made aware of misdemeanours and had the absolute chance to choose to pass over to where comfort and safety can provide suitable shelter. One client recently asked me( and she is by no means the first) which of her three deceased husbands will she encounter on the Other Side? The reply here is that she may meet all three, if she wants to, and that no animosity, or past incident or jealousy could or should be experienced. Such is the purity of the soul of those who have made the great journey and survived in Spirit. If there was a special relationship between the three husbands then the soul energy of attraction would set a fair precedent in due process. Do not forget that heart energy is abandoned after death, and it is the surviving soul energy that accompanies the deceased; and this alone, and all that this implies. The occupants of the great Spiritual Kingdom are motivated by this higher vibration of soul energy and they may be safely referred to therefore as Soulmates. Many questions from clients have revolved around the fixtures and fittings that are to be encountered behind the Pearly Gates, up there. Now this is a question I will not answer. Not because I cannot, because I can, but it would be distressing to report back there were no crystal fountains or long trestle tables with men dressed in white robes sitting in judgment of us. For you see, the actuality of the Spirit World is conceptual, and we each have our vision of what to expect that may destroy any of our pertinent dreams. I wouldn’t want to destroy the intimate secrets of what I have actually perceived to be such a wonderful place. Self suffice, dear reader, that it will be just out of this World! That I promise you.

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KENNY, I am very worried that my Father would come through if I came for an appointment wih you. After what he did to our family I could never face him again, and he is putting me off making contact with my Mother. P.D. AS A true professional I would leave it up to you if there was somebody you would rather not connect with in the Spirit World. Putting you in charge of the sitting means that you can choose not to contact anyone you wouldn’t wish to hear from. Sadly in this case, since you mention it, your Father seems to be still winning, whilst you are losing out!

Last weeks crossword answers can be found on page 47

Quick or Cryptic Crossword

Across 1. Indiscriminate (11) 9. Dived (7) 10. Earlier (5) 11. Musical drama (5) 12. White ant (7) 13. Agreement (6) 15. Exhausted (6) 18. Disregard (7) 20. Evade (5) 22. Characteristic (5) 23. Mohammedan (7) 24. Warlike (11) Down 2. Awaken (5) 3. Nomad (7) 4. Tranquil (6) 5. Superior (5) 6. Turn to use (7) 7. Chance (11) 8. Impiety (11) 14. Etch (7) 16. Violinist (7) 17. Cord (6) 19. Praise (5) 21. Devil (5)

Across 1. As lately burnt by students? (8,3) 9. Look at the old boy kick off at tennis! (7) 10. Does it tell one when to keep a look-out? (5) 11. More of a complex tradition (5) 12. It falls at the end of the action (7) 13. She puts an end to progress (6) 15. It’s little Susan making material (6) 18. How policemen operate? (2,5) 20. She features in the declaration (5) 22. Nothing in firm to save (5) 23. The actors played first and made a move on the chess-board (7) 24. Very angrily took food to excess (11) Down 2. Piece let in dress of with-it group? (5) 3. Is the foregoing neither lady’s (7) 4. Sound oil from the Mediterranean (6) 5. Wrote about a feature of a church, perhaps (5) 6. Crying raggedly? (2,5) 7. Leave the darkness to be revealed (4,2,5) 8. Come into different ownership and get fresh workers (6,5) 14. Curb the chorus (7) 16. One of the teeth in which a cutting remark might be thrown back? (7) 17. Stormy spot for drinkers? (3-3) 19. See the wrinkle in Bridget’s brow (5) 21. Assign everybody to return (5)

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Focus on Golf

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Tweed jackets and plus fours are essential wear Ladies should avoid showing their ankles.

By Tony Myles shrug off the “Stuffy” rigid image of yesteryear. The motivation is HOW ON Earth did they even swing a club? to attract young, new members who would be less than impressed Today’s golfer is supported by a massive multi-million by having to adhere to a standard of dress which did not appeal to Euro industry that creates golfing outfits from head to toe, their tastes and credibility. ensuring maximum comfort and protection. Contrast that Like most Golf clubs, Carlos Garcia the Director of La Sella Golf with the de rigueur outfits of a few decades ago. Resort still requires golfers to appear appropriately attired. Whilst we have seen pictures few of us will actually “When you dress for an event you feel better prepared and remember the days of plus fours and tweed jackets. so it is not merely a question of imposing a standard it also And how did the ladies ever manage to get around has benefits for the player.” the terrain wearing ankle length dresses and high Campbell has now opened his new shop in Benidorm and the ruffled collars. range of clothing for men and women is the most extensive in The golf industry invests large amounts of the Costa Blanca with a list of labels that includes -Adidas, Nike, R&D budgets into designing items with Ping., Footjoy, Tommy Hilfiger, Bobby Jones, Golfino and the fabrics which will maintain a reasonable new Chervo line in top quality designer wear. body temperature and allow for sharp STOP PRESS - Additional good news if you are looking for a bargain. 2014 designs are still available at tailoring combined with flexibility. massive discounts. With the exception of Ian Poulter, it is safe to say that gone are the days of silly trousers and No longer “Stuffy” uncoordinated checked tops and today everyone can enjoy a round of golf in comfortable clothing that Then of course there are the subtle changes in prescribed wear by the golf club is designed to allow freedom of movement combined with protection against the elements. committees. Not so long ago men were not allowed to wear shorts unless they were accompanied by knee length white socks. Shirts had to be smart style with collars. Wearers of sleeveless tops would have been marched off the premises. Today some of these requirements have been relaxed and many clubs are endeavouring to

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Tony M - Welcome back from your trip to Scotland. Campbell - It was fantastic. I even got to play St Andrew’s. Tony M - Any talk about the election and SNP? Campbell - Quite a bit and about the independence vote.

Tony M - What are they saying. Campbell - Well there is a strong feeling that the result would have been diﬀerent if only they had Braveheart on the telly the night before.

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SPANISH MOVES Small removals and deliveries. Spain/UK Budget prices. Last minute jobs undertaken. www.spanishmoves.net. Pet transport also arranged in our air conditioned pet/people carriers. Telephone UK 0800 612 4922 or Spain 960130537 VAN LEAVING UK TO SPAIN 2nd May Returning Spain to UK 9th May Space available 679 042 805 / 0044 (0) 7552 985 343 keithmarion9@yahoo.co.uk

Thursday, April 30 - Thursday, May 7 2015

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