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Alicante:

A charity football match at the Pitiu Rochel sports stadium, held in aid of the Asociación Abriendo Camino (Opening Doors) was brought to an unexpected tragic conclusion when 21 year old Alejandro Benito collapsed and died of a heart attack during play. The incident occurred shortly after play had begun. Alejandro, who had an existing heart condition, and who was due to have a heart pacemaker fitted during this coming week, had been urged by his family not to take part. The organisers called for help from Hércules FC, who were training at their ground right next door at the time of the incident. Hércules FC’s doctor, Jeroni Llorca, administered first aid until the ambulance arrived, but despite efforts with CPR and defibrillators, Alejandro could not be revived. Asociación Abriendo Camino is a charity which was set up to provide food for those people struck by the effects of the Crisis, and donations of non-perishable food and the entry fees for spectators to the match were given to the Charity.

Sport Alicante:

The Alicante Ayuntamiento has published the Plan Integral Barrios Zona Norte. This is the Programa ecológico-social 2013 de actividades juveniles (2013 ecosocial program of youth activities). The Concejalía de Acción Social and the Club de Montaña Evasión (Department of Social Action and the Escape Mountain Club) are launching a year long program to boost educational and sports activities in the natural environment. It is aimed at young people between 10 and 20 years of age from the Zona Norte of Alicante.

The program will run throughout the year in the Zona Norte parks of Alcoy, Dénia, Ibi, Onil, Petrer and Calpe, among others, and includes eleven multisport trips in which participants will practice sports like hiking and climbing, abseiling, zip wire and archery, as well as the development of environmental education, promoting understanding and respect for the mountain and its surroundings.In addition, there are seven planned excursions to recreational areas for young people and their families, as well as seventeen multiactivity days in the parks of Lo Morant and Pedro Goitía. These activities are free, and last year over 800 young people participated. For more information go to: http://www.alicante.es/accionsocial/home.html

Alicante:

The Moors and Christians Fiestas are the Province of Alicante’s most important festivals and are held in five different areas of the city on different dates. They are a spectacular reenactment of the Province’s recapture from Moorish hands. One of the highlights is the parade through the city centre on 6th December in celebration of the patron saint of Alicante, San Nicolás. The principal dates are: The El Palamó Moors and Christians festival (Villafranqueza) in March; the San Blas Moors and Christians festival, second week in July; the El Rebolledo Moors and Christians festival, also in July; the Altozano Moors and Christians festival, 12th – 16th August; the Jose Antonio district Moors and Christians festival, August. For more information go to the Alicante Ayuntamiento website

BECOMING A SPANISH NATIONAL...

Becoming a Spanish National could possibly be more difficult in the future.

According to Europa Press, the Government is considering plans to include the ability to read, write and speak Spanish for those applying for Spanish nationality.

This is at present only a notional idea, originally proposed in mid-2012, at which point the Ministry of Education had not decided what form the tests should take.

However, the Partido Popular is right behind the idea, and has re-ignited the drive for better command of the native language by those who wish to consider themselves Spanish. If they have their way, and the proposal becomes law, then it could affect up to 100,000 people each year.

ALLERGIES TO BOOM THIS SPRING...

Joaquín Quiralte, Allergist at the Hospital Virgen del Rocío de Sevilla, who is also a Member of the Junta Directiva de Alergosur has revealed that this spring is expected to rate ‘moderate to severe’ for Andalucians who suffer seasonal allergies, ‘mainly to olive pollen and grass.’

Quiralte explained that rainy autumns and winters are usually associated with profuse spring flowering and therefore, with high rates of pollen.

However, he pointed out that the rains of recent weeks are delaying the appearance of the first cases of allergies.

‘In the cases of patients allergic to grasses, the first cases should have already started, as they tend to coincide with the start of Holy Week, but the rain has caused a delay.’

Regarding the time of day with the highest incidence of pollen allergy, in general, the highest concentrations usually occur in the morning due to pollen emission by plants, and at dusk, when the air cools and the pollens tend to fall from high in the atmosphere to ground level.

Therefore sufferers are advised to avoid afternoon walks and to keep windows closed.

Pollen concentrations in large cities are generally lower than in the surrounding rural areas thanks to the ‘barrier effect’ caused by tall buildings, and by the ‘street effect’ produced by heat from the cement and asphalt producing updrafts, thus drawing many pollens up beyond breathable heights.

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Due to this year’s unpredictable weather many of the Cofradias have invested in a Sistema Antilluvia to offer their priceless images protection from the weather. It is a major blow to the Hermandades if rain falls during the Easter period of processions. Many of the sculptures are not only priceless but also very ancient, and to expose them to rain would inevitably lead to their terminal deterioration.

The only alternative has been to forego the procession, and remain within the church.

However, this leaves thousands of worshippers disappointed – many of them will have travelled from other parts of Spain to be in their ‘home’ town for the procession, and with the best intentions hundreds will be left unable to partake of the ceremony within the church by sheer press of numbers. However, engineers from Jerez de la Frontera have constructed a cover that can be easily and quickly put over the whole Trono, protecting it from rain and wind. The design, which has been patented, consists of a made to measure aluminium frame which attaches to the pedestal of the Trono, and is covered in a specially designed plastic which has special water shedding properties, ensuring that the raindrops run immediately down the sides and do not create a fogging effect, as would be the case with normal plastic.

It has been designed by a company known as Sispromet 23 SL, weighs 60 kilos, is stable in winds of up to 120 kph.It is claimed that it can be put over the whole edifice in just 3 minutes, and is completely secure for the lifting and carrying of the Trono, even up or down steps.

Corvera Airport - TIME TO PLAY HARDBALL!

Pedro Alberto Cruz, the Delegado Regional de Murcia has intimated that the Government is prepared to play hardball with Aeromur over the conditions of the contract awarded to them regarding their mandate to operate Corvera Airport. Cruz hinted that ‘other options’ could be available to ensure that the airport did become operational, and that Aeromur was not the only player.

Aeromur maintains that although the work on the airport was finalised 15 months ago, they have been given no means of repaying their loans until the airport becomes operational.

Another stumbling block is that Aeromur will have to negotiate with AENA and the Spanish Aviation Security Agency (EASA)in order to transfer operations from San Javier Airport, including the reclassification of airspace and flight paths for the approach to Corvera. This is an oversight that was not forseen when the project was commenced in 2007.

It seems highly unlikely that Corvera Airport will open this summer.

The 70th Anniversary of The Royal Air Forces Association (RAFA)

On Easter Monday 1st April, the Costa Blanca Branch of the Royal Air Forces Association marked the 70th Anniversary of the Association with a Service of Celebration at the La Siesta Community Church.

As one of the longest standing service charities, RAFA has been proud to have helped and continues to help the whole Royal Air Force family, by providing friendship, help and support to current and former members of the RAF and their dependants. The kind of welfare support is wide ranging; everything from providing home visits and respite care breaks, and working closely with the RAF Benevolent Fund in providing financial assistance in times of difficulty. The majority of this work is funded purely from the generosity of the 65,000 membership worldwide, and the generosity of supporters.

In Spain there are three RAFA Branches, the Costa Blanca Branch in the Torrevieja area, North Costa Blanca Branch, to the North of Benidorm and Benalmadena Branch in the South, who continually monitor the needs of ex-RAF members and their families who live in Spain to try and ensure any needs are met. Although one of the lesser known charitable organisations, especially here in Spain, the welfare and social ethos of the Association’s past 70 years will continue to be at the forefront of actions and will , hopefully, continue to be so for a long time to come.

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CLAIMING DISABILITY LIVING ALLOWANCE IN SPAIN The Welfare Reform Act of 2012 sees the biggest shake-up to the welfare system since it’s introduction and introduces a number of changes to existing benefits that will have far-reaching effects for many claimants. Steeped in controversy, it throws up the inevitable debate as to whether people will be better off, whether claimants are being ‘taxed’ and whether the changes are fair.

The government claims that the introduction of Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) to replace Incapacity Benefit (IB) has already reduced the number of claimants. What it conveniently ignores is that fact that those claiming contributions-based ESA can now only claim it for 365 days unless put in the ‘support group’. This clearly penalises those people who have paid into the system by working but are no longer able to work. The government will point to the fact that they can continue to claim ESA on an income-based basis once the 365 days are up but this will reduce the household income of a couple where one member is earning a wage which precludes this.

Disability Living Allowance (DLA) is gradually being phased out to be replaced

by Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for those aged 16- 64. Most people will have face-face consultations with health professionals provided by private organisations as part of a longer and more complex decision-making process which will doubtless put a lot of people off claiming. The worry is that many people who qualified for DLA will miss out on the extra income they so desperately need.

Current recipients of DLA under the age of 65 will be contacted sometime after October 2015 to be re-assessed for PIP unless their award runs out prior to that or they have a change in circumstances.

Those aged 65 and over on 8th April 2013 can continue to receive DLA for as long as they are eligible. At present children under the age of 16 can continue to claim DLA.

Those living outside of the UK and in receipt of affected benefits will be contacted by the DWP to be re-assessed. I receive an increasing amount of enquiries concerning the transfer from Incapacity Benefit to ESA and a lot of people are having their benefit cut due to the 365day rule. This is because income-based ESA is not payable outside of the UK and this also has implications for those claiming disability benefits. Disability benefits such as DLA, PIP and Attendance Allowance can now be claimed by people living in an EEA member state such as Spain but they must have what they term a genuine and sufficient link. This in broad terms means that they or a family member must be in receipt of a contributions-based payment such as state retirement pension or contributions-based IB or ESA. Many of those are taken off ESA will therefore also lose their entitlement to DLA. I also receive a lot of calls from people wishing to claim DLA or Attendance Allowance only to be told by the DWP that they cannot do so if living in Spain. This is wrong. Others are told that they must have spent 26 weeks out of the previous 52 in the UK prior to claiming. This is also wrong. My advice to people is to not be put off by this misinformation and to put in claims regardless which will be assessed under current legislation.

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barnes’ bulletin

Chairman Bob, finally lets go!

Do something amazing: Give Blood

Pilar De La Horadada Health Centre dropped an email into the “Bulletin” box, asking if I would mention their latest blood donor event.

Not a problem there, pleased to be of help, but it’s a little close to the event.

The date is April 6th., and it all takes place at the Centro de OCIO Para Mayores, which in old money is the Recreation Centre for Seniors, alongside the bus stop / Taxi rank in Pilar De La Horadada, near the park. Times are 10AM to 2PM and 4PM to 9PM. Matron tells me that all that call in, will receive a gift (Perhaps in addition to a cup

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of tea and a biscuit) and entry into a prize draw for a nights stay in a hotel and spa!

I do remember that the Spanish Health Authorities at one time, issued a directive that anyone having lived, at any time, in the U.K. from 1980 onwards, would not be able to donate blood, due to the worry of contamination from Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, or B.S.E. as we knew it.

Perhaps as it’s such short notice, best to drop in, if so inclined, and ask the question.

I’m sure you’ll be offered some tea and biscuits!

Freewheelers Go Underground

Freewheelers historic, vintage, veteran and car “Ordinarius” Club, took to the mountains above Alicante, for their March day out, then promptly went underground, on foot I might add!

Before heading off to the hills, and the Cuevas del Canelobre, members and friends enjoyed coffee and hot buttered toast in La Marina Old Town.

The caves are located some 23 KMS above Alicante, with the entrance 700 meters above sea level, and are estimated to date back some 100,000 years, moderately young where the study of speleology is concerned!

The cave, located above Busot, in the foothills of the Golden Ox, takes it’s name from the truly splendid candelabra stalagmite within the 70 meter high cavern.

During the Spanish Civil War, the system was used to build and store aircraft engines, but luckily, very little damage was caused to the interior of the cave.

After thanking the excellent tour guide, members made their way down the ridge, to enjoy a splendid lunch at the restaurant of “The Brothers”, on the outskirts of Busot.

More information on Freewheelers can be found on their website: freewheelers08@yahoo. co.uk

After 3 years as Chairman of the Torrevieja U3A, Bob Hill hands over the badge of office, to Penny Godfrey, who now takes on the role of President.

The Torrevieja U3A now boasts some 500 members, and meets on monthly basis, in Torrevieja.

Among the dozen or so “Sections” within the local U3A, are armchair travel, walking and trekking, a computer group, Spanish history, painting and art appreciation. If you find the works of the Bard of Stratford Upon Avon, William Shakespeare, of interest, then there is even a discussion group to welcome you, here at the U3A. A recently formed “Cinema” club, visits the IMF Cinema Complex in Torrevieja, on a Thursday evening, to watch films with English soundtrack, and after the show, call into a local bar, for some tapas and a glass or two

of Vimto.

A recent communication from the U3A, tells me of events outside the immediate area of Torrevieja. Visits to Cartagena and Alcudia are planned. Four days in Madrid, six days in Northern Ireland and nine days in Morocco are now arranged, with bookings now being taken. White Water Rafting (For those who dare), beach parties during the Summer months, and even a Grand Ball, to see the season out.

For more information on the Torrevieja U3A, visit their web site on: www.torreviejau3a. org I have a feeling they will make you very welcome.

My picture shows Chairman Bob, on a recent U3A gentle walk, not letting go (Thank goodness).

Feria de Minerales y Fossiles

Rob Barnes moved to live in Spain, 7 years ago. In the UK, amongst other things, he was the Chair of the Midlands Regions, Independent Television Commission. His hobbies include Industrial Archaeology, Mine exploration and photography (Sierra Minera) and is on a quest to get a quality cast conditioned real ale here in Spain! Email Rob at garfieldglencroft@hotmail.com

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The little town of La Union, was the place to be, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, March 28, 29 and 30th. if fossiles, minerals and everything in between were your forte, and by looking at the crowds within the Antiguo Mercado Pu’blico, word had got around.

Minerals from all over the world were on offer. On show, and again, for sale, were beautifully crafted models of many of the head frames that can be seen, from the road between Cartagena and Los Nietos.

The keen collector could buy sanding machines, and rotating barrels for

polishing the odd diamond or ruby, that the wandering prospector can drop on, wandering the Sierra Minera, above La Union and Portman.

A number of deals were being undertaken from car boots, with rocks of various sizes, being either bought or just swopped.

That’s it for another year then. My cap lamp is charged, and the rope is in good order. The only problem now is to find that elusive mine, up in them there hills! Wish me luck.

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Tues 2nd April RACE NIGHT - The Club House Camposol. First race 8 pm Food available beforehand from 6.30 until 8pm. TICKETS 3€ - available at the MABS bookstall on Fridays on Camposol B, the MABS Shop in Totana or by ringing 689 052 123.

Every Tuesday MABS COFFEE MORNING - MABS CENTRE - 396 Avda de los Covachos Camposol Sector B4 – 10 UNTIL 1 Cake stall, books, come along meet some of our volunteers have a chat, a cup of coffee or snack. For further information please ring 620 582 418.

Tues 23rd April ST GEORGE’S DAY CELEBRATIONS - La Vida Bar, El Pareton – 3.00 pm St George will arrive by horse to start the celebrations.

There will be stalls, children´s games and face painting, tombola, raffle etc.

The MABS shop will also put on a fashion show. Food will be available, pie and mash, burgers etc. NO ENTRY FEE and the proceeds will go to MABS Cancer Support, Mazarrón.

Friday 26th April - JIGSAW BEREAVEMENT GROUP Cats Bar Sector A Camposol – 12.00 pm The MABS Mazarrón Bereavement Group meets on the last Friday of the month at Cats Bar, Sector A, Camposol. Call 620 582 418 for further details.

Tuesday 30th April - VOLUNTEERS MEETING Trevi bar, Camposol Sector B - 11.30 am If you would like further information about how you can help MABS come along to our meeting.

For further information please ring 634 362 954.

Last Friday of month The MABS Mazarrón Bereavement group meets on the last Friday of the month at Cats bar Sector A Camposol.

Call 620 582 418 for further details.

Every 2nd & 3rd Friday BOOK SALE – Camposol Sector B Commercial Centre Keep watching the press or visit our website www.mabsmurcia.com for forthcoming events

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COUNTRY MUSIC COMES TO CAMPOSOL The new propietors of the Club House (Camposol Golf Club ) suggested that we arrange a Country Music night ¸so a meeting was called for those who would probably be interested in assisting with this , 30 people turned up , and they all suggested that not only should one night be arranged , we should also do this on a regular monthly basis, so this is what has been done ---There will be a country music night in the golf club on the first Friday of each month The 1st night would take place on Friday 1st March - The Prospectors, a “hillbilly “ band from Benidorm , were booked - Now all we had to do was to have sufficient people attend - Would enough people come along?

Our concerns proved to be totally unfounded - Tickets were printed, and sold within 2 days. A significant number went to the local Line Dance group, and another block booking went to the “snowbirds”, who come to a local mobile home park for the winter.

One “snowbird “couple delayed going home until after our 1st night, and they said they were glad they did so.

They even ordered tickets for October 4th, when The Beagles go Country As dancing is an important part of any Country Music event.

We decided to have a limit on the amount of tickets sold, to ensure a large dance floor, so we must say sorry to the people who wanted tickets, but could not obtain one. We hope you understand.

The 1st night had to be just right . and boy was it. Starting at 7.30 Ann taught a fun line dance, which was really easy, but the music got faster and faster. It was a sight to see. 50 people, many who had never line danced before, starting off ok, but getting into a real tangle when the music got faster, but hey, who cares –That’s what makes line dancing fun Tom and Helen then taught a partner dance, where you changed partners, so those taking part were introduced to strangers through dancing.

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9pm time for the Prospectors. What a performance, fiddle, banjo, mandolin, and guitars going amongst the crowd whilst playing, singing songs we would only describe as “old chestnuts “ but everyone new them loved them and sang along to them.

As a “wind up“ Sylvia was presented with an Oscar, for her recent performance at Los Canovas play , called “play on” She had tough competition in this category “Best supporting female British Artiste” Judi Dench. Maggie Smith, but Sylvia pulled it off We are aiming to buy our own sound equipment—amplifier/speakers/Microphone/ Computer-- when funds allow On becoming aware of this, the Prospectors reduced their fee. A lot of people also brought along raffle prizes, so to everyone who helped in this, a sincere thank you!.

Particular thanks also go to Ann / Roy and Ann / Tony for helping to arrange our 1st night If / when coming along, should you have anything suitable for a raffle prize, this would be really welcome. The less expenses we have the sooner we can buy our own sound system From the 1st night’s “profit” speakers and speaker stands were purchased.

Our aim is to bring the best Country Music entertainers that we can afford to Camposol, and provide subsidised transport to visit other clubs/events etc (or anything else suggested by regulars) After the sound equipment is bought, all funds will be directed 100% toward these objectives In addition to our normal monthly dances , Country Music charity events will also be arranged. We will join forces with local charities to organize these The 1st Charity event will take place on Saturday 3rd August. This a joint venture with “Go Mad”. Full details to follow Although we will normally meet on the 1st Friday of each month, the 1st Friday in April is not available to us , so our next night at the Golf Club will be Friday 12th April , when Lenny Mitchell will be “going Country“. Tickets are only €3. If there is sufficient room you could turn up on the night, and pay at the door, but by that time ticket holders will be in the best seats Food is available at affordable prices.

If you want to know more. and /or would like to come along to a night of good food, drink , music, dance, a bit of fun and leave with a smile Phone or text Tom/Helen 610 632 152 or e mail helenwills46@yahoo.com

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Madrid’s public transport is the most expensive in Spain, reveals a leading consumer organisation.

According to press reports, for a 50-journey ticket on the metro or bus, travellers pay 54.50 euros – compared to around 40 euros in Alicante, Valencia, Málaga, Oviedo, A Coruña, San Sebastián, Vigo and Huesca.

In Burgos, Zamora, Soria, Palencia, Ávila and Salamanca, the same type of ticket costs just 23 euros.

Consumer group OCU says urban transport has rocketed in price way beyond inflation with only 10 cities freezing their prices since 2010.

In most cases, prices have gone up by 8.1 per cent.

In Palma de Mallorca, Burgos, Guadalajara, Ciudad Real, San Sebastián and Castellón, prices have

increased by 26 per cent in the last year – and in Albacete, by 79 per cent in three years.

The OCU found just 14 out of 53 cities which offered discounts to the unemployed and those on a low income – Málaga, Sevilla, Salamanca, Badajoz, Zaragoza, Lleida, Tarragona, Cáceres, Bilbao, Lugo, Pamplona, A Coruña and Vigo.

As for customer satisfaction with urban transport services, the OCU found a direct relation with cost – satisfaction increases as the price of tickets falls.

This report has been sent to 53 city councils calling for them to offer more reasonable transport prices, but the OCU says there are ‘very few’ local authorities who take note of the need for affordable buses and trains.

Bosnia Jails Serb Veselin Vlahovic For War Crimes

A court in BosniaHercegovina has sentenced a former Serb paramilitary commander to 45 years in prison for war crimes during the 1992-95 conflict.

Veselin Vlahovic was found guilty on more than 60 counts, including the murder, rape and torture of Bosnian Muslim and Croat civilians in Sarajevo.

The Montenegrin known as the “Monster of Grbavica”, after a district of the city - had pleaded not guilty. His sentence is the longest handed down so far by the Bosnian war crimes court.

The verdict took around two hours to read because of the large number of crimes involved.

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A man from Oliva, Valencia has been arrested on suspicion of murdering his partner, a 33-year-old Spanish woman, while the couple’s eight-year-old son was in the house.

Paramedics, Guardia Civil and Local Police officers rushed to the scene after a member of the woman’s family called 112 at around 02.30hrs this morning (Thursday).

By the time emergency services reached the flat, the victim, identified only by her initials of I.G.R., was already dead.

She is said to have been killed by a blow to the head, although the weapon used has not been revealed and the accused has given several conflicting stories, according to Oliva’s mayor David González (El BLOC).

The woman’s partner, M.G.M., 41, confessed to the crime when the police arrived and was immediately arrested.

No record of any reports to the police for domestic violence between the couple have been found.

This is the third woman in the Comunidad Valenciana to have been killed by her partner so far this year and the 10th in Spain.

A 39-year-old man slit his girlfriend’s throat in the street in Benaguasil (Valencia) in broad daylight on January 3, and the 33-year-old died at the scene.

The same month, 34-year-old Moldavian national Larissa Cataraga was found stabbed to death and wrapped in a rug in her flat in Calpe (Alicante) just days after agreeing to give boyfriend Julián García Ausina, 42, a second chance.

Minutes later, police found the Spanish builder hanged in his brother’s house in the town.

Larissa had worked as a housekeeper for a Spanish family, who described her as a good friend and excellent employee who always called if she was going to be ‘even a minute late’, meaning they became concerned when she did not turn up to work that morning.

Socialist secretary-general Elena Valenciano blames the economic crisis for the increase in domestic violence in Spain.

She says women who cannot find jobs, especially where they have dependent children, are forced to continue living with their abusive partners for financial reasons.

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Cyprus will not leave the euro, says president

Cyprus has no intention of the leaving the European single currency, the country’s president says. President Nicos Anastasiades said: “In no way will we experiment with the future of our country.”

He said the financial situation was “contained” following the 10bn euro bailout deal with the EU and IMF. Banks opened last Thursday for the first time in nearly two weeks amid severe new rules imposed as part of the bailout deal. Queues formed of people trying to access their money, but the mood was generally calm. By Friday, banks had returned to their normal working hours and there were no longer reports of big queues.

According to a report by the BBC, Mr Anastasiades said on Friday, “We have averted the risk of bankruptcy; the situation, despite the tragedy of it all, is contained.”

He told a meeting of civil servants: “We have no intention of leaving the euro.” But he accused other members of the eurozone of making “unprecedented

demands that forced Cyprus to become an experiment”.

Cyprus needs to raise 5.8bn euros ($7.4bn; £4.9bn) to qualify for the bailout, and has become the first eurozone member country to bring in capital controls to prevent a torrent of money leaving the island and credit institutions collapsing.

As well as a daily withdrawal limit of 300 euros, Cypriots may not cash cheques and those leaving the country will only be allowed to take 1,000 euros with them. Payments and/or transfers outside Cyprus via debit and or credit cards are allowed up to 5,000 euros per person per month.

Depositors with more than 100,000 euros will see some of their savings exchanged for bank shares.

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The PAH has launched a nationwide protest against what they call an ‘abusive’ clause in her loan agreement, given that it should be the Social Security which embargoed the house rather than the bank.

Unless the courts resolve the situation, the apartment will be auctioned on June 13 and the owner and her two children left out on the street.

Members of the PAH say this latest case makes it clear that the government needs to ‘resolve the total defencelessness’ of the ordinary person against banks and loan companies ‘once and for all’ – and not just when homeowners have been unable to pay their mortgage due to not finding a job, but ‘even when they are up to date with their payments’.

Small businesses spell big problems for Italy and Spain

According to a report by Reuters, small companies struggling to repay loans in Italy and Spain signal bigger problems on the horizon for the euro zone after the dust has settled on Cyprus’s last-ditch bailout this week.

Defaults by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), easily the biggest employers in Spain and Italy, are rising at a worrying clip, spelling trouble for the banks and two countries at the heart of Europe’s debt crisis.

“You can be sure that if these companies’ bad debts rise, you’re going to see more bad loans to families, and credit card bills that won’t be paid,” said Javier Santoma, finance professor at Spain’s IESE business school.

The ability of Italy and Spain, which account for 28 percent of the euro zone economy compared with Cyprus’s 0.2 percent, to pull themselves out of crisis and avoid full-blown bailouts depends on the health of their banks; weak banks conserve capital rather than lend to get the economy moving.

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average 60 percent in 2012 due to steep government-enforced provisions for property losses. Writedowns of nearly 24 billion euros at state-owned Bankia (BKIA.MC) led to a record 19.2 billion euro loss.

The Italian banking association has said the pace of growth in bad loans, which has been climbing at an annual rate of 16-17 percent in recent months, should ease later in the year, based on economic recovery in the second half. That looks remote after the government this month said GDP would shrink 1.3 percent this year, adjusting a previous forecast for a 0.2 percent fall.

“Consumption levels, retail sales, industrial activity have gone back to pre-euro levels, and the banks still have not fully taken into account the fall in the property market. I doubt that if they foreclose today ... they would get much of their money back,” said Ronny Rehn, analyst at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods.

“So I think we will see a lot more provisioning for many years. Also, there is a lot of non-competitive companies that will end up exiting the market and defaulting, entailing more

losses for the banks.”

Spanish banks are better protected against SME losses after Madrid used 41 billion euros of a total 100 billion euros of European aid to prop up its weakest lenders. The government has ruled out another round of special provisions, and analysts said if more capital was required it would be covered by the remaining European aid.

“It could be that one bank here or there needs more capital, but it probably won’t be a system-wide issue,” said Erwin Van Lumich, a banking analyst at Fitch ratings agency.

“Bad debts could peak in the course of this year, or slightly into 2014, as there is always a delayed effect for these types of statistics.”

Spanish banks face 25 billion euros of losses from 2012-2014 on nonproperty-related SME exposure of 237 billion euros on a base case scenario set by consultants Oliver Wyman last year. On an adverse scenario, that hits 39 billion euros, compared with losses of 65 billion and 97 billion euros in base and adverse scenarios on real estate exposure of 227 billion.

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Staying with the subject of brilliant entertainment, our next cabaret evening on Friday 19 April heralds the return of another of our favourite Country Music songbirds, Miss Cherry K. Originally one half of the terrific Country Music duo, ‘Country Kittens’ and, more recently, the outright winner of Costa Blanca’s hard fought, X Factor Competition, as a solo artist, this little lady is definitelygoing places!

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The newly formed band began playing showcases and openings for local talent, and they caught the attention of record executive Derek Shulman, who signed them to Mercury Records , who was part of the PolyGram company. Jon Bon Jovi wanted a group name, and Pamela Maher, a friend and employee of band manager Doc McGhee, suggested they call themselves Bon Jovi, following the example of the other famous two-word bands such as Van Halen. This name was chosen instead of the original idea of Johnny Electric.(Good choice I think). Pamela’s suggestion of the name was met with little enthusiasm, but two years later they hit the charts under that name. The band’s debut album, Bon Jovi, was released on January 21, 1984.

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Wellness begins in the mind. A healthy mind produces a healthy body. Everyday our minds are subject to thousands of thoughts, some good, some exceptionally good, some are so good and empowering that they go off the scale!! We are also subject to thoughts that are not so good, some are destructive and some are downright lethal paralysing you to the core!

By taking responsibility for our thoughts and sifting through them we can change the way we think overall: and by doing this, you can dramatically change your life. If you are the type of person who seems to be bombarded with negative thoughts time and time again, once you know how, you can slow down and even eradicate these dis-empowering thoughts from your mind. Imagine that!! Never again would you have to suffer another negative, destructive thought.

The procedure to do this is so simple people sometimes struggle to grasp the importance of it. The procedure requires effort on your part; after all you are the one producing your thoughts, albeit the majority are at a sub-conscious level. It is your sub-conscious thoughts that can sabotage you time and time again. However, by becoming aware of your thoughts and asking yourself just one simple question you can get rid of the thoughts that do not serve you in a positive or empowering way.

Raising your conscious awareness or being mindful (that is being in the present moment), can propel you from depression to happiness if handled correctly. Last week’s article was about depression. This may be a tad hard to bear:depression is an illness of the mind and is created by the mind. The mind as previously stated, processes thousands of thoughts per day.

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Consider this, we have all at some time or another adopted thought patterns that keep us in a negative state, these thoughts are recycled in our mental dishwasher so to speak.

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Up to 10 reasons for Spanish citizenship to be withdrawn once granted have now been added to the existing law, which include for reasons of national security – such as if the ‘nationalised’ person commits a violent crime; if they voluntarily serve in the Armed Forces of their native country – even though in the past, this was only a reason for nationality being withdrawn where they did so against the government’s express prohibition; any attempt to use the nationality of their native country – such as using their old passport; and various other situations which make it easier for the authorities to confiscate a person’s Spanish DNI card and passport.

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oldest hot cross bun is 192 years old pause for thought World’s A woman has the world’s oldest hot down through our family and we get it day. It has been preserved in a box for

One of the great benefits of being a Christian is the certainty we can enjoy that death isn’t the end, but that life continues beyond the grave. I’d really struggle to offer any real comfort to the bereaved were it not for my Christian faith, but I love the passage written by St Paul to his Christian friends in Thessalonica: “Since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with him at his coming all that have died, who trusted in Jesus. So we will be with the Lord forever.”

Now there, I suggest, is real comfort – though it does depend on our acceptance of the Easter story that Jesus didn’t just die, but he overcame death and rose again.

That he died, is easy to believe, but it does perhaps take a little more faith to affirm that I believe he really did come back to life again.

But what a promise St Paul bases on that step of faith.

“If you can believe” says Paul, “that he came back to life, then in just the same way, God will bring back to life all who have died, who trusted in Jesus.” What Paul is saying here is that what God has done for Jesus, in raising him from the dead, He will also do for anyone else who trusts in him. The condition, he says, is not that we’re very religious; nor that we lead a good life; but simply that we trust, or believe in him.

So no wonder Easter’s a day of great rejoicing for Christians everywhere. Believe that message that Jesus died in my place and then rose to life again, and the promise is there – God will raise me after I’ve died, just as surely as He raised Jesus, and I will live with Him eternally, together with all who share that faith.

No wonder then that St Paul concludes that passage “therefore encourage one another with these words.”

So I trust you’ve had a very happy Easter.

Further information about the Anglican Church and details of forthcoming events may be seen on the web site www. mojacarchurch.org Duncan Burr is Licensed Lay Reader for the Anglican Chaplaincy of Costa Almeria and Costa Cálida and may be contacted at djburr@avired.com

cross bun - baked on Good Friday in 1821 and passed down through five generations.

Nancy Titman, 94, keeps the 192-yearold bun in a box and amazingly it still has a cross on the top and shows no traces of mould.

The fruity bun, which has even retained its smell, was made by Nancy’s great, great, great grandfather William Skinner, who owned a bakery in London.

It was made in the same year as Napolean died, George IV was crowned king, poet John Keats passed away and John Constable painted his famous Hay Wain picture.

“It’s a relic which has been passed

out every Good Friday,” said Nancy.

“It is rock hard like a fossil and the currants have disintegrated, but it still smells and looks like a hot cross bun, with the cross on the top.”

Nancy was given the bun, which has the date March 1821 on the base, by her mum and she plans to hand it down to her own daughter Anthea and her 10year-old granddaughter Hannah.

“My mum said our ancestors worked in a baker’s shop and they believed buns baked on Good Friday didn’t go mouldy, which this has proved,” added Nancy, from Deeping St James, Lincs.

“I think it was kept as it was made on Good Friday, which was a very special

ancient version of darts baffling indian officials

A bizarre ancient version of darts where players dream up the winning score is baffling gambling officials in northern India.

The game - called Thoh tim - involves locals in remote Meghalaya state betting on how many arrows they and their competitors can make stick in a single target. And they gamble using only numbers that have come to them the night before a game - in dreams.

“If you dream of football match, that’s 22 for the number of players,” explained a local expert in the regional capital, Shillong, known as the Scotland of the East.

“Two people in an erotic act, well that could be 69 or 11 depending on the act. If both feature, that could be 90. It can get quite complicated,” he added.

Local gambling officials have been trying to crack down on the tournaments but have been baffled by the game’s vague rules.

“Winning relies on interpreting the dreams accurately and that’s a skill, not luck,” admitted one.

Experts say £15,000 can change hands in a single tournament.

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When the Tigers Broke Free

Eric Fletcher Waters of the Royal Fusiliers was killed at the Battle of Anzio, Italy on February 18th 1944. His son Roger immortalised the loss of his father in the haunting song with the above title. Planned to be the opening track of the Pink Floyd album The Wall however the other band members thought it too personal. Instead it’s in the Alan Parker film and on the reissued Final Cut CD.

Operation Shingle (its official name) was conceived by Winston Churchill and commenced on January 22nd 1944; it was an amphibious landing of a large Allied force in the Anzio area of Italy. Its intention was to strike east, drawing German forces from the fierce fighting at Monte Cassino with the possibility also of allowing the Allies to strike

north to Rome.

This area of former marshland was drained in 1930 on Mussolini’s orders and turned into an agricultural area.

It’s surrounded by mountains so a quick advance was essential or the enemy would reinforce, surrounding the attackers from above. The Appian Way passes through here and a Roman Army in 321BC had befallen this exact fate.

Though the landing was a success with almost no opposition found, US Major General Lucas fatally chose to dig a defensive line instead of advancing further as he expected a counter attack. German Field Marshall Kesselring immediately sent 20,000 reinforcements from Rome with 20,000 more arriving the following day to surround the Allies, Kesselring knew the Allies would succeed if they continued to advance on the first days; instead Lucas’s needless fear of being caught in a trap condemned many men to die including Eric Waters over the next four months. In Lucas’s diary of the time he refers to the same ‘amateur’ being in charge as was at Gallipoli. This was a direct reference to Churchill who had been heavily involved of the planning of the 1916 debacle, where there had

nearly 200 years now.

“It’s a rather unusual family heirloom, but I’m proud of it and we still get the bun out of its box every Easter.”

Hot cross buns with their combination of sweet, spicy and fruity flavours first became popular in Tudor times and have long been an Easter tradition, with the pastry cross symbolising the crucifixion.

In the 19th century many people believed that hot cross buns baked on Good Friday would not go mouldy and had special healing powers.

They thought the buns could be used as a cure for medical complaints such as indigestion.

Cinema pool screens Jaws A swimming pool in Yorkshire has been transformed into an unusual swim-along-cinema.

A large screen was installed at one end of the pool at Bramley Baths and people were able to enjoy the film either from front-row balcony seats - or while in the water itself.

Meanwhile, speakers streamed the soundtrack both under and over the water.

First up on the bill, which followed a watery theme, was Finding Nemo. However, only the brave remained in the water for the 2nd film, which was Jaws.

Previous quirky events at Bramley Baths have included a floating orchestra and an underwater art exhibition.

At the start of the year a group of locals took over running the 109-year-old Edwardian bathhouse following fears that it would have to be closed.

It is now run by a community group known as the Friends of Bramley Baths on a not-for-profit basis.

been half a million casualties.

Fiendishly the Germans stopped the pumps that drained the marshes and the area slowly flooded so inviting mosquitos to help with their defences too. They bombed and shelled the Allied positions for the next month. By February 20th it was stalemate after attack and counter attack with over 40,000 casualties from both sides, some positions changed hands eight times. Churchill remarked that he had hoped a wildcat had been hurled at the shores and instead they had got a stranded whale. Lucas was relieved of his command with the British and more attacking minded Major General Truscott appointed.

It was the depth of winter so fighting mostly took place at night when the ground froze and tanks and guns could be moved. In the day it was too boggy and the soldiers rested.

Some Allied soldiers nicknamed these months their ‘Dracula Days’ as they drew blood at night and slept by day.

By May the Allies had 150,000 soldiers and the breakout was on. On the 23rd battle commenced with the initial plan to head east to stop the Germans escaping to Rome from Monte Cassino. Instead Lieutenant General Clark of the US 5th Army felt that they ‘deserved’ to liberate Rome and ordered the advance to turn 90 degrees north. This Yankee vanity allowed tens of thousands of Germans to escape and prolonged the war.

On June 2nd the Americans reached an almost deserted Rome as Hitler fearing another Stalingrad had ordered a retreat. Clark the glory hunter blocked the roads to stop the British Army from getting close and held a press conference outside the Town Hall!

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Take pesticide residues, for instance, the safety levels for pesticide residues in food are assessed by independent scientific experts, and they take into account the uncertainties by including a large safety margin. Nevertheless, many people would prefer not to have detectable residues in their food, even if they are not a risk to health. Organic food contains fewer residues of pesticides used in conventional agriculture, so buying organic is one way to reduce the chances that your food contains these pesticides. But it is also possible to produce conventionally grown fruit and vegetables with minimal residues, in fact, residues are not detected in about 70% of produce sampled by the Pesticides Residue Committee.

Organised by ‘Garden Organic’ to raise funds to help educate and inspire people about organic gardening, farming and food for a sustainable future for ourselves, our children, our environment and our planet, during ‘Welly Week’ everyone is invited to host a welly walk or wear their wellies to work and celebrate all that’s good about organics!

Whilst I’m not sure that this will be possible for us here in Spain – it’s a bit warm for wellies - but we can certainly do our bit, in fact you may be already!

So what are the benefits of eating organic?

People who choose to go organic may do so for many reasons: because they think it tastes better, they believe that it’s safer, more nutritious, better for the environment or better for animal welfare. Or perhaps simply because it’s more ‘natural’. But is organic food actually better for you?

Interestingly, current scientific evidence does not show that organic food is any safer or more nutritious than conventionally produced food.

But, of course, scientific evidence is dynamic (dare I say ‘organic’!) and therefore we must be open to new evidence. So, suppose, for example, you wanted to find out if organic food is better for you because it is Going organic needs to happen; we have more nutritious. Which nutrients should you measure? Should you a duty to future generations to work compare the produce as it comes out of the ground or as it is sold in the towards more sustainable ways of shops? Would you count any nutrient difference as important, or only producing our food. The differences that can be shown to have an effect on health? The answers Green Revolution has to these questions are under investigation by many white-coat-wearing brought us plentiful suitably-qualified researchers. However, in the meanwhile, here are some and affordable thoughts, relevant to all food, whether or not it’s organic! food, but at an As consumers, we are right to be concerned about our diet and health. environmental cost.

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Institute of Public Health and Environment. These antioxidants, catechins and phenols, reduce the presence of free radicals that damage cells and DNA, and are thought to prevent fatty substances in the bloodstream from clogging the arteries.

And on a lighter note, the amino acid phenylethylamine in chocolate gives you the feeling of being in love, and acts as an aphrodisiac.

Which could be why, in the 18th century, French doctors prescribed chocolate for women with a broken heart and why the Milk Tray man is an enduring role model. And for the morning after the night before, phenylethylamine also helps ease a hangover.

Still on the heart health front, chocolate lowers levels of both total and LDL ‘bad’ cholesterol, thanks to the oleic acid in the cocoa butter. It has also been found to reduce blood pressure in people with hypertension, in a US study reported in ‘Hypertension: Journal of the American Heart Association’.

As we know, women have a deep love for chocolate – about 50% prefer it to sex – and chocolate has a couple of benefits just for us. That premenstrual craving for industrial quantities of the sweet brown stuff has physiological causes.

The Chocolate Society reports that our magnesium levels can drop just before a period, and chocolate is extremely rich in magnesium – and that’s why WE WANT IT, OK? If you’re pregnant, eating chocolate could mean you have a happier baby, according to a University of Helsinki study. Chocolateeating mums said their babies smiled and laughed a lot, were more active, and less fearful in new situations.

Got a cold? Chocolate could work better than medicine at controlling a cough. Theobromine, found in chocolate (and coming from the Greek for food of

the gods – wise people, the ancient Greeks…), is nearly a third more effective at stopping coughs than the leading treatment, codeine.

And the last reason to eat chocolate is hardest to believe: it fights tooth decay.

Yes, we know it contains sugar but, apparently, its make-up prevents the bacteria that cause tooth decay from sticking to the enamel. Don’t believe us?

Do a completely unscientific study yourself by comparing how furred-up your teeth feel after eating boiled sweets and after eating chocolate.

One thing: these benefits only apply to chocolate that’s over 70% cocoa solids, so all you Dairy Milk devotees will have to develop a taste for the plain stuff. And, no, Bournville (36%) isn’t dark enough. To hit the mark, go for Lindt Excellence, Green & Black’s Organic Dark or Waitrose Organic Plain Belgian Chocolate.

And it goes without saying: overconsumption will do you no favours.

Chocolate is a highfat, high-calorie food, but the good news is that it takes less dark chocolate than milk to satisfy your craving… sorry, to get the health benefits… because it’s richer and has a more intense flavour. So, if you want to eat chocolate – and who doesn’t?

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The implant reduced pain, and increased mobility. Six months after treatment he was able to ski and a year later completed a 120-mile cycle race. A trial in Slovenia involving around 20 patients, aged from 18 to 55, with damaged knees is under way and the final results are likely to be announced next year.

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Coral has been used for bone grafts for a number of years — without some form of scaffolding, the implanted cells struggle to take hold. The coral naturally degrades as the new bone replaces it.

Scientists at a number of centres around the world noted the success of coral bone grafts, and are now investigating its use in cartilage replacement.

A team of scientists in Slovenia developed the new implant — called Agili-C — by coating coral with human growth factors, which stimulate the creation of new cells in the body. Experiments have shown that it stimulated the formation of cartilage and blood vessels by attracting a certain type of stem cell — known as mesenchymal stem cells — out from nearby bone marrow on to the scaffold.

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The implant has been cleared for sale in the UK and Europe and could be launched on to the market later this year.

Commenting on the implant, a spokeswoman for Arthritis Research UK said: ‘This is interesting research and the use of stem cells to regenerate cartilage in people with a joint injury and even osteoarthritis has huge potential.

‘For instance, we are currently investigating how stem-cell therapy could be improved by differentiating between ‘good’ stem cells, which grow rapidly and make cartilage tissue, and ‘bad’ stem cells, which fail to grow. However, it’s very early days, and it has to be stressed that this kind of treatment is not

yet available in the UK.’ Meanwhile, scientists have discovered why arthritic knees hurt so much, and now hope to develop more effective painkillers for the condition.

Although the source of discomfort in severe arthritis is clear, as the bones can start to rub together, experts are still mystified why mild to moderate osteoarthritis causes pain. However, U.S. researchers, writing in the journal the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, now believe they have found the molecule that triggers discomfort.

In lab-based experiments, they found that damaged cartilage releases a compound called monocyte chemoattractant protein, which triggers nerves to send pain signals to the brain.

They say that further drugs that either prevent the release of, or soak up, this compound may help to eliminate pain.

Acupuncture might offer a shorter-term answer for painful knees. An NHS study of 90 patients, published in the journal Acupuncture in Medicine, revealed that a twoyear course of the treatment (given once every six weeks) reduced discomfort and increased mobility.

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www.soltimes.com Since I was knee high to a grass hopper I have loved animals and worked hard through school to gain the exam results to work as Veterinarian or RSPCA Inspector, Marine biologist, and so forth, but I just did not gain the qualification’s needed.

I wrote a small book called The Journey when I was about twelve which I still remember clearly as my mum illustrated it for me, it was about me as an adult going to different countries trying to care for the most amazing animals, gorillas tigers, elephants and the black rhino.

I was far too young to understand about publishing at this time.

From then on I was surrounded by pets; my First dog was called Sunny, he was my best friend, but became very aggressive on walks, not towards me or my family but to everyone and their dogs that came close (living in an enclosed street which didn’t help) so after much heart break we rehomed him and off he went to live on a farm, we kept in touch with the farmer to make sure he was ok, Sunny loved his new home and the miles of land to run and play in, as he was a Collie cross.

Through the years I watched and visited every animal park I could, and watched and read endless animal documentaries and books. Later in my life I finally was able to work at an animal rehoming centre in Cyprus, this was a dream come true to me. Most of the animals were severely neglected but I worked for three years with the RAF Dog trainers and helped rehome hundreds of cats and dogs. One case always stays with me. Rugs was a rescue white poodle cross who was starved and beaten, the morning he came in, as small as he was, he was very vocal barking bearing teeth heckles up, his body shook with fear. I worked for 6 months with him, gaining his trust, I sat for hours just outside his pen, then just inside his pen either in silence or talked softly making no eye contact, the staff could not believe the time and more than that the patience that I had with him. I just seemed to have a way with problem animals.

Rugs my dog was a great little character (and the best burglar alarm you could have) and I ended up bringing him home - he became my new best friend.

His aggression went he was loving and amazing with children and other dogs. My Heroes of that time were famous dog trainers called Jan Fennell, and Cesar Millan.

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Upon returning to the UK, I helped friends and family with all kinds of training problems with their dogs and cats (many of the cats were wild that we got at the rehoming centre).

I trained to become a paramedic with the army for a short time but suffered terribly from homesickness so was about to leave when my Sergeant pulled me to one side and begged for me stay, and revealed to me that in my Paramedic and Team Building exam results which I had not been optimistic about - I averaged 97%!

I realised I could read all I wanted but what I was really good at was ‘hands on’ work. So from there I continued with life and helped friends with personal problems or pet problems. Looking back, I realised I am a good listener and did wonder about a career in Counselling but my personal desires for a family were a priority - now with my partner and my two beautiful girls daughters, I moved to Spain to live with my parents and my two brothers, partly through ill-health on my part but also through my continued desire to do something practical yet useful and through the love and help from my family I am on the mend - I have struggled with not being the helper, but I am getting there.

Over the last year I have been working with Healing crystals, and first used them on my self and I have felt so much better (but still continued with any medication prescribed by the doctors). I have always made jewellery which has received praise from family and friends but now I’ve decided to combine this practical skill with the healing crystals to provide help to people and pets too.

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his labours, but it was not only the lungPART 2: My heart sank as Pedro, searing smell that had me breathless silhouetted against the setting sun, as I surveyed the scene of destruction bearing a tool box the size of a family before me. suitcase and a silicone gun which The screens were held in place by might have seen previous service an array of screws of various size and as a ground-to-air missile launcher, length, protruding at all angles from marched purposefully up our drive the screens, as if the shower tray had on a mission to fit the shower screens been the scene of a fight to the death on top of the perfectly proportioned between a pair of porcupines. work of art in Marine Green that is And Pedro had certainly deployed our new shower tray, courtesy of the silicone gun – there was silicone Francisco. on the window, the washbasin, the After a spell of interment in the bidet, the shower tray and most of family bathroom, accompanied by the the floor surface. Miraculously, he had sound of drilling, and broken only by almost completely missed most of the his need to borrow a varied selection joins between the screen panels and of Pete’s screwdrivers, Pedro emerged, the shower tray. announced that he had finished, and I closed the door firmly on the departed into the darkling eve.

Armageddon within, and waited with Next morning steely resolve for Juan to come for his I braved the money. overwhelming whiff After a week of our family bathroom of silicone to inspect being out of bounds as a toxic hazard area, Juan arrived, full of innocently smiling expectation. josbiggs@hotmail.co.uk I didn’t want to pull height, weight

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and rank as a dissatisfied customer on Juan, so I beckoned him inside.

‘You had better look.’ I opened the door to the forbidden territory. Juan entered, and the smile fell from his face with an audible thud. He stood, dapper and disappointed amidst the sticky shambles that was our bathroom.

‘I fetch Pedro.’ He said without prevarication.

He fetched Pedro. The bathroom door closed on the pair of them, and what ensued behind the door remains a secret.

In the fullness of time the door opened, and Juan announced that ‘is good now.’

I looked round. It was good now.

Moreover, Juan remained dapper and smiling while Pedro remained large, cheerful and Romanian.

I don’t know how, but without bloodshed or bad language the silicone and random screws had disappeared, and a neat and functional fully screened shower remained, which I enjoyed to the full that evening!

Vote Common Sense if You Can Find a Candidate I scan the British newspapers whenever we have coffee at Patti’s Tapas down the road – I begrudge paying a small fortune for them and Patti’s loans them for free to regular patrons – and I invariably become agitated at the nonsense that has become commonplace in the beloved homeland.

I don’t know why I bother reading them really; it’s not good for my health and once I have wiped away the dribble from the

corner of my mouth and calmed down a little with the aid of more caffeine, I still have the urge to pick up my pen and stab a few passing holiday makers before drafting an article about the sheer craziness that I see in the headlines before me.

But that would be in breach of my verbal contract with the Sol Times - the article not the stabbings - because when I was head-hunted by the paper’s editor four years ago, I was told that my brief was to pick any subject I liked, just so long as there was an element of humour in there somewhere.

When I say head-hunted, the fact of the matter is that nothing better was available to the editor at the time and I found myself

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a columnist by default; if a dyslexic gerbil had volunteered its services at the time, it would probably have got the nod over me.

That and the fact I had pestered the lovely Claire to such an extent, we struck a bargain that if I refrained from sending menacing letters and jamming the switchboard with obscene calls, she would allow me a few column inches.

But how can you possibly find anything amusing about Messrs Cameron, Clegg or Miliband. Well alright, Miliband would not be a problem, but you take my point.

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and the benefits system. This had most of us nodding our heads solemnly in agreement and rightly so. But why now.

Why hadn’t something so obvious been enacted years ago, as the majority of the British people have been demanding for years and that common sense dictated.

And why is it that with this and many other issues, we the majority of the British people can see the blindingly obvious, but politicians cannot.

Well it’s simple isn’t it . . . a certain Mr Farage and his party have been advocating such moves for a long time now, and with the votes of the Eastleigh by-election indicating that many people are now leaving the main stream parties en mass in favour of UKIP, it’s become not so much a matter of principle with Dave and Co, as the acquisition of votes. And of course the scary eyed Miliband and his sidekick the pudding-basin coiffured Ed Balls are taking note and adjusting their own thinking accordingly.

It’s all about self interest and the desperate need for power – politicians are as two faced as a station clock.

But we should be grateful that it was Cameron not Clegg who made this latest pronouncement.

When a Lib Dem politician gets to his feet to make a speech, there is an audible groan of despair as the stampede for the exits begin.

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The SS Founder lay hove-to twenty miles off the Spanish coast.

Her rust streaked hull pitching and rolling in the heavy swell. The journey from Harwich had been a tedious one, three weeks of mechanical failures and navigation errors. A permanent list to starboard meant the vessel had a tenancy to sail in a great arc if the helm wasn’t corrected regularly. Registered in Turkmenistan, the craft is no more than a perambulating shipping hazard. By some miracle however it arrived off the coast of southern Spain and with it the trade delegation from the Republic of Uggaby.

With the Alquerian borders with Spain closed the sea-bound Uggabian representatives have to be smuggled up the Río Verde to the village. A dilapidated twenty four foot rived cruiser ‘La Arruinada’ came alongside with Antonio Poyato at the helm. To say Poyato is brave would be an overstatement, he wore goggles and a crash helmet to play Ludo, but here he was piloting the flimsy craft back to Alqueria. The explanation is simple, Poyato had been drinking his own Remitroot liquor. Who he imagined himself to be and what he though he was doing is something only someone else under the influence of Remitroot would appreciate.

The massed bands of Alqueria, well two guitars, a trumpet and Arián Pérez doing strange things with a tea-chest which seemed to have no musical connections whatever welcomed the guests as they steeped ashore in the old olive grove. The Uggabians seemed pleased with their reception, it made a change from being welcomed with bricks and insults which was their norm.

This was essentially a trade mission. The Alquerian government wanted to sell Remitroot products to northern Europe. If things went well Uggaby would be the centre of their sales drive in Britain. To this end the premier chef of Uggaby, Salmonella Sid accompanied the group.

The day was spent at Antonio Poyato’s smallholding sampling the famous Remitroot wine and liquor. Faircourt, the delegation’s leader overindulged and was found sitting bolt upright under Poyato’s Adelfa Tree with a confused expression. He was signing a song about a naval vessel named after a Roman goddess and with a figurehead of a rather sporting you lady. Gruntmore tried to translate the lyrics which Manuela found particularly interesting.

The appeal of the plant soon became obvious, Remitroot Real Ale and Remitroot Scrumpy were just two liquid variations suggested. It was left to the imagination and expertise of Salmonella Sid to fully realise its potential.

The next time you are in a restaurant in Britain look out for the choicest of dishes. Remitroot in a basket, fried Remitroot and chips and that old favourite Remitroot Roly Poly.

the PPP) the sale of Scotch has rocketed in the Common’s bars, with MP’s queuing up on the terraces to throw themselves into the Thames.

I am constantly amazed at the lack of quality within our political system and why it is that the profession is so attractive to the wrong kind of people? Well it’s that word again – power, and of course their conviction that they possess superior brain power and the absolute certainty that they know best in all things.

But the present parlous state of our once proud country is irrefutable evidence that they

most certainly do not.

Then you have the duffers who sit in the ‘other place’ – the house of Lords. Many of whom are there by an accident of birth or the fact that they chose at an early age to don a cassock and conduct services on a Sunday.

Yes let’s have a second house in order to keep those other morons in check, but at least let it be a house elected by the people.

Take a look at the Parliamentary channel sometime; I swear that half of those who bother to attend only do so to grab a nap and to mutter an occasional heeear . . . heeear, just to show they are still breathing.

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Polished wood furniture can be buffed as often as you like but apply a good beeswax polish just two or three times a year - and never use silicone-based spray.

White spirit is more effective in removing the sticky residue that is left on containers after labels have been removed than some products made specially for the job.

Cut flowers last longer if you add a soluble aspirin and a spoonful of bleach to the water in the vase.

To make a radiator fade into the background, paint it the same colour as the walls it stands against. If the wall is papered, use a paint that matches the background colour of the design. An eggshell or a flat oil finish will further help the radiator to “disappear”.

When space is tight, it’s sometimes good to think big. A significant piece of over-sized furniture can deliver drama and gravitas to a small room.

If windows enjoy a beautiful view, choose curtains or blinds that provide a frame rather than needless competition.

You can extend the burning time of beeswax candles by keeping them in the fridge for at least 24 hours before you use them.

When choosing a carpet from sample pieces, always put the samples on the floor to see how they look rather than choosing the one that looks best when held in the hand.

If your cat (or dog) sleeps on the sofa, the quickest way to remove any hairs is to put on a dry rubber glove and use it to brush the fabric in one direction. The hairs will gather into a neat little pile

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Foreign Residents’ Investment in Housing up 13.7% in 2012 According to data released by the Ministry of Development last week, foreign residents in Spain completed real estate transactions on private homes amounting to 6,336 million euros in 2012. This amount represents an increase of 13.7% over the figure recorded in 2011, which was 5,573.3 million euros.

The second-hand housing market accounted for the biggest volume of this expenditure, with 5,265 million euros in 2012, an increase of 15.6% over 2011.

Meanwhile, new housing transactions totalled 1,070 million euros for the whole year, up 4.8% compared to the previous year.

El Mundo reported that these figures also reflected the number of purchases made, with foreign residents in Spain acquiring, according to the Ministry, 47% more homes in the fourth quarter of 2012 compared to the same period of 2011. Specifically, from October to December of last year 13,873 private home purchases were made by foreign residents.

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Here you can be anything from hippy to sophisticated.

Go for posh; ‘pijo’ (pronounced ‘pee ho’) and dress with sophistication. They are always smart with shirts, jackets, expensive shoes and not a hair out of place.

At the other end of the spectrum there’s the hippy-style dress code in Madrid. A large proportion of the 20–30 age group are relaxed and bohemian in their style.

For stylish designer goods go to the Salamanca barrio (district) in the North East of the city. It’s about 10 to 15 minutes from the centre on the metro; here you’ll find wall to wall boutiques and designer outlets.

For younger and funky hippy styles go to the barrio of Chueca, and the streets Fuencarral and Calle Hortaleza. They both start at Gran Via, and head up towards the Tribunal area.

The further away from Gran Via you get, the more alternative the styles; towards Tribunal you’ll find more shoe shops too.

Between Gran Via and Puerta de Sol, the streets are bursting with shops like Mango, Zara, Pimkie, Bershka, H&M (on Gran Via) and the department store El Corte Ingles.

Head down the Calle Mayor and Calle Arenal directly off Puerta del Sol, and on

the Arenal, look for ‘Blanco’ and at Calle Mayor, 37 ‘Custo Barcelona’ – the über trendy store that clothes stars such as Christina Aguilera and Julia Roberts. This store is a must, if not to buy then just to look into - their prices match their styles in terms of outrageousness, and they are the beloved of the celebrity names.

Shoeholics go to Calle Serrano in barrio Salamanca, for ‘Farrutx’, famous in Madrid for hand-made shoes, very Spanish, very elegant, very pricey! Calle Augusto Figeroa has hip and unusual styles, try ‘Caligae’, less of a shock to the pocket! Carolina Herrera on Calle Serrano is brilliant for bags, while you are in the area.

Men looking for sports gear go to the huge Nike shop on Gran Via; there is not a sport that represented! For smart casuals, stay on Gran Via and try H&M. Huge, well laid out, and reasonably priced.

For luxury clothes, find Calle Argensola for Loreak Mendian. Trendy, and sells clothes exclusive to Spain. You can be sure that you’ll end up with something unique and ahead of the fashion, and the prices are affordable too. Kwaleon, an excellent place for denim and sportswear, especially for the skating and boarding set.

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It’s been a long winter, but now the flowers are blooming, the birds are nesting, and shopping is in the air! And where better to shop than Madrid? Flights start from as little as 25€ so what are you waiting for! and pop into Justo Algaba, Calle de la Paz. This is where Madrid’s toreros come to have their traje de luces - suit of lights - the traditional glittering bullfighting suit) made in all their intricate excess.

A custom-made suit starts at around 2500€ while the sexy pink tights and the little ballet pumps are a good deal more affordable!!

If your man is going to do a Juan Belmonte (arguably Spain’s greatest living bullfighter) then ladies hasten to Calle del Maestro Victoria, to Maty for anything related to flamenco.

Founded in 1943, its endless rails display ‘faralaes’ (typical flamenco dresses), shoes, ornamental combs and any other accessories you can think of, but also stocks anything needed for ballet and gymnastics.

They also do regional costumes, and have their own workshop where the flamenco

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The Karma Restaurant in Mojacar is an architectural marvel. The ancient building has been restored to recreate the old-world charm with modern day hospitality. With over 20 years of excellence in creating Indian food, you will enjoy world class cuisine here. Haweli in Mojacar is well known amongst the rich and famous, tourists and foreign dignitaries. Here you get the best of both worlds; fabulous food and surroundings, and glorious weather.

The menus are elaborate and prepared by top chefs from here in Spain and abroad. The elegant dining room is draped in silks and satins and lit beautifully with chandeliers. Only the finest silverware and table linens are used to create a sumptuous dining experience. All in all Karma is definitely worth a visit and one that you will remember for a long time. To avoid disappointment call now to reserve your table on 600 483 614 or 950 615 231.

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Big Indian Buffet

8types of salads, 8 types of starter, 8 main courses, 3 desserts, choice of any rice, naan and chips. Eat as much as you want buffet only 12.90€ - Menu del Dia (3 courses) only 7.95€ Tel: 600 483 614 or 950 615 231 As well as on our website www.karmagrupo.es

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THE SPAINIAC | The Alhambra (Part I | Candice Parsons after becoming frustrated from all the walking in the 40+ degrees heat.

The whole purpose of my visit to Granada was to visit the Alhambra, and considering the current status of my ankle, I was slightly concerned I’d not be able to explore all I’d hoped to.

Nonetheless, I ventured through the streets of Granada at around 8:30am the next day, and of course, typical of Spain, the atmosphere was mostly quiet with very few people around and no businesses open this early.

In Arabic, ‘qa’lat al-Hamra’ means ‘red castle’, and so is where the name of Granada’s signatory palace and fortress complex originates its name ‘Alhambra’ from.

You won’t go too long in Andalusia - or Spain for that matter - without hearing of or being recommended to the Alhambra.

The Moors, nomadic people from North Africa

who had converted Islam, ruled Spain throughout the eighth century. This exquisite palace built under their empire, stands as a statement of their last refuge and their crowning glory.

I’d met a girl from Brisbane, Australia the previous evening at the guesthouse I was staying in, after arriving back from the almost ten

hour hike of El Albaicín with my injured ankle.

She’d just returned from visiting the Alhambra, which I’d booked tickets for a few weeks back to visit the following day.

She recommended I get there by 10am at the latest, explaining how she’d done the same yet still hadn’t been able to cover all ground of the complex, and left early

I followed my city map that took me to the bottom of the steep, winding hill which led up to the Alhambra.

There was a frequent bus transfer that took visitors to the front entrance, but despite my injured ankle, I decided the physical strain would be punishment for the amount of paella, croquetas and ice cream I’d consumed over the past week. I knew I’d see more by walking than

I would from a bus anyway.

The lush, trees and greenery surrounding the pathway up this hill, lined by ancient aqua-ducts and large pebble stone walls, created a mysterious feel as I continued my way up.

The trees were so high, full and leafy above the path, making it almost impossible to see where exactly the Alhambra was and how much longer I had till reaching the entrance.

But my wandering mind was somewhat sedated by the silenced world below me. With each step, the sound of trickling water, soft breeze and singing birds separated me further and further away, drowning out any queries or thoughts attempting to surface my mind.

Soon enough, this serenity was interrupted,

and in the distance I could see more people, who were all heading towards the entrance marked ‘tickets’.

Large crowds were everywhere and long queues filled the outdoor foyer area for either ticket purchase or collection, headset commentaries, tour bookings, and Alhambra souvenirs. It made sense as to why pre-booked tickets are encouraged on the website, and allocated time slots are held for viewing certain parts of the palace.

Upon collecting my tickets and headset, I limped along with my now much more painful ankle towards the Palacio de Generalife; an extension to the Alhambra, which was the summer palace and country estate of the Nasrid Kings during the early 13th century... (To be continued in Part II)

Candice Parsons is a writer and avid Spain and Spanish culture lover from Melbourne, Australia. ‘Like’ my Facebook page: www.facebook. com/pandemicrhapsody and follow me on Twitter @MiLlamoCandi

LEGAL CORNER WITH MICHAEL DAVIES, ABOGADO/SOLICITOR

If you wish us to print an article about a particular topic, please e-mail info@daviessolicitors.com

IMPORTANT - A NEW OBLIGATION FOR RESIDENTS:

IMMEDIATE ACTION NEEDED IF YOU ARE A TAX RESIDENT: YOU NEED TO FILE FORM 720 DECLARING YOUR ASSETS WORLDWIDE RISKING HEAVY PENALTIES IF YOU DO NOT DO SO

Q.

I have heard that I need to present a declaration to the tax office declaring my assets in

other countries. Surely this cannot be true?

A. It is correct. Orden HAP/72/2013 of 30th of January has brought to life form 720, which needs to be filled

in by all residents of Spain who have assets abroad worth more than 50,000 euros. This form must be presented before the end of April with severe penalties for not doing so.

All resident of Spain shall provide the Spanish tax administration with the following information: 1. Information of bank accounts you may have abroad, already in your name, or have authorization or rights to at any time of the year which corresponds to the declaration. The information shall include:

• The full name and address of the bank.

• Full identification of the accounts.

• The opening or cancellation date, or if applicable, grant and revocation as authorized.

• The average balances of the last trimester and the corresponding average balances for the last trimester of the year 2. Information on securities, assets, values or rights representing the equities of all types of entities, or transfer own equities to a third party, of which they own and are abroad, as well as life insurance and life annuity policy holders or beneficiaries of temporary policies. In this case, the information must include, in addition to the identification of the entity, the balance on December 31st, the number and class of such assets.

3. Information on real estate located abroad. This last section will contain the following statement:

• Type of property.

• Property location: country, city, street and number.

• Date of purchase & Value of purchase.

The presentation in subsequent years will only be required when the value of the assets and rights have experienced an increase of over 20,000 euro on the determined value of the last statement made.

The information shall be declared in the new model 720 from February 1st to April 30th 2013 for the data of the fiscal year 2012. Starting from the next fiscal year the declaration should be presented between the dates January 1st & March 31st.

Michael Davies is a Spanish Abogado and has been practicing law in Almería since 1993. He is member of the Law societies of Almería and Madrid and has offices in Mojacar and Almeria High Street.

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Returning to UK?

10 reasons to buy in Spain!

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Private sale of this lovely home on a secure, well established, residential park and at an extremely attractive price.

1. Everyone still wants to visit Spain. Between January and October 2012 52 million tourists went there - a 3 per cent rise on the same period in 2011.

> 2 Fitted Bedrooms > Large lounge/diner

2. Plenty of people still want to buy there. Brits are leading the way (30 per cent), according to the Ministry of Public Works, but Russian, Scandinavian and Benelux buyers are also major purchasers according to Knight Frank.

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3. Proposals by the Spanish government to offer residency rights to non-EU buyers who spend more than 160,000 euros will be positive for the market if it goes through in 2013, according to Barbara Wood of The Property Finders.

O Olive

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This fabulous 2 bed apartment has a spacious living room and lovely terrace. It has a large communal area with Bar B Q and use of communal pool.

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Pretty modernised townhouse of 60m2 + 20 m2 private terrace with lovely views. 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Off street parking. Beautiful community gardens. Less than 5 mins walk to the beach.

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For more information call us on:

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5. There are many reasons why it’s nice to live there: superb climate, great beaches, affordable dining out, the best football in Europe…

6. You can now reach Barcelona and that fine football by a new fast train from London. The new link-up will reduce the journey time by 1.25 hours and make the Costa Brava easier to reach too.

7. Properties are cheaper than they have been since 2002. You can get an apartment for under 50,000 euros and a villa with change from 100,000.

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4. It’s also easier to get there. New flights include new British Airways routes to Alicante, Barcelona, Palma and the Canaries; whilst Monarch are now flying from East Midlands Airport as well as new routes to Ibiza and the Canaries.

Suicide ↑ Junction We are HERE

8. You can get a bargain ski property. Spanish ski property is down by 50 per cent. Tapas on the piste?

What could be better.

9. The overseas market is growing. There have been five straight quarters of growth, in contrast with the domestic market which is stalling.

10. New-build properties in prime locations are selling.

Whilst Taylor Wimpey Espana have sold 60 per cent of two of their new developments offplan, Savills sold the same of a new apartment block in Ibiza Town.

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property group

Paseo del Mediterraneo 197 - Mojacar - Almeria

Tel: 950 472 430 / 610 053 563

www.veritashomes.co.uk info@veritashomes.co.uk You can find us on palomares

€55,000

mojacar playa

€75,000

2 bed / 2 bath ground floor Apartment. Fully furnished. Underground private parking place.

Communal pool. Bargain price Ref. 1496

2 bed / 2 bath Apartment with terrace & underground parking place. Air con. Fully fitted kitchen. Communal pool. Ref. 1123

Mojacar playa

mojacar playa

€99,950

cortijo grande reduced

€80,000

2 bed / 1 bath charming end of terrace Townhouse with golf and mountains views.

Terrace & solarium. Ref. 1448

€169,000

el largo reduced

€94,950

4 bed / 3 bath large Townhouse with garage around 10 min. to coast and Desert Springs Golf. Build 164 m². Ref. 1165

garrucha

€100,000

reduced

Nice 2 bed / 1 bath Apartment with private underground parking place near new harbour & amenities. Lift & Communal pool. Ref. 1226

3 bed / 2 bath Apartment. Sea and mountains views. Terrace: aprox. 50 m². Store room.

Parking & Communal pool. Ref. 1167

mojacar playa reduced

€109,950

mojacar playa

3 bed / 2 bath spacious Townhouse with private garage within 200 m to beach.

Small gated community with pool. Ref 1483

2 bed / 1 bath Apartment within 200 meters to beach. Private underground parking place & large terrace. Communal pool. Ref. 1395

nr carboneras

€149,000

mojacar playa

€149,000

4 bed / 2 bath Cortijo and separate guest house on the coastal park of Cabo de Gata.

Plot 1.000 m². Solarium with views. Ref.1458

End of terrace 2 bed / 2 bath Townhouse with sea views within walking distance to beach.

Communal pool & parking. Ref. 1234

mojacar, Huerta €249,950 reduced

mojacar playa €295,000 reduced

3 bed / 2 bath charming detached House with garage on Plot of 7.000 m² within 5 min drive to beach. Bargain! Ref 1196

3 bed / 2 bath sea facing Villa with garage on plot of 417 m². Terraces, solarium & jacuzzi.

Amazing views. Ref 1062

mojacar playa

€165,000

2 bed / 2 bath Townhouse within walking distance to beach. Private garage. Solarium & terraces. Communal pool. Ref. 1009

turre

€129,950

3 bed / 2 bath large Apartment with sea views. Build 125 m ² + terrace. Store room.

Fully furnished. Communal pool. Ref. 1207

cabrera

€199,950

2 bed / 2 bath charming Villa with amazing coastal views. Plot 180 m². Air con & fire place. Communal pool. Ref 1035

€349,950

Amazing 3 bed / 3 bath Villa on plot of 960 m² at the entrance of Agua Nueva. Terrace with beautiful views & pool. Ref 1106

Please visit our office or refer to our website for more “bargains”. Vendors: If you are seriously considering selling your property please visit our office to discuss effective ways of achieving your goal.

As per decree 218/2005 the “Documento de Información Abreviada” (D.I.A) for any property sold

by Veritas Homes is available at our office.

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...FOOD NEWS...FOOD NEWS...FOOD NEWS...FOOD NEWS... a bowl of pasta with tomato sauce and salad could cut your risk of having a stroke!

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Eating a bowl of wholegrain pasta with a mixed salad could cut your risk of a stroke, say researchers. They found people who regularly eat more dietary fibre were less likely to suffer a stroke, with the risk falling by about seven per cent for each high-fibre meal.

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include whole grains, fruit and vegetables, and nuts, which contain parts of the plant the body doesn’t absorb during digestion.

Previous research suggests dietary fibre can reduce risk factors for stroke, including high blood pressure and high levels of ‘bad’ cholesterol. In the new study, researchers found that each seven gram increase in total daily fibre intake was linked to a seven per cent drop in first-time stroke risk.

One serving of whole wheat pasta, plus two servings of fruits or vegetables, provides about 7 grams of fibre, said UK researchers in the American Heart Association journal Stroke.

Lead author, Diane Threapleton, from the University of Leeds’ School of Food Science and Nutrition, said: ‘Greater intake of fibrerich foods - such as whole-grains, fruits, vegetables and nuts - are important for everyone, and especially for those with stroke risk factors like being overweight, smoking and having high blood pressure.

‘Most people do not get the recommended level

of fibre, and increasing fibre may contribute to lower risk for strokes.

‘We must educate consumers on the continued importance of increasing fibre intake and help them learn how to increase fibre in their diet.’

Researchers analysed eight studies published between 1990 and 2012.

The studies reported on all types of stroke with four specifically examining the risk of ischemic stroke, the most common type which occurs when a clot blocks a blood vessel to the brain.

Three assessed haemorrhagic stroke, which occurs when a blood vessel bleeds into the brain or on its surface.

Other stroke risk factors like age and smoking were taken into account.

The results showed total dietary fibre consumed was linked with stroke risk, with the risk falling in line with increasing amounts eaten.

Researchers did not find an association with soluble fibre and stroke risk, and lacked enough data on insoluble fibre to make any conclusions about the best kind of dietary fibre. Soluble fibres, which dissolve in water, include oats and

oat bran, peas, beans, barley. Insoluble fibres, which promote the movement of material through the digestive system, include whole wheat, whole grain, vegetable and fruit skins, and wheat bran. Studies have shown that people who eat a lot of insoluble fibre have lower blood pressure and lower body weight, whereas high blood pressure and obesity raise stroke risk.

A recent study from Oxford University found that eating more fruit and vegetables would dramatically cut the annual toll of premature deaths in the UK. It showed 15,000 lives would be saved by sticking to five-a-day advice, including 7,000 from coronary heart disease, almost 5,000 from cancer and more than 3,000 from stroke.

The UK’s nutritional target is for people to eat 440g of fruit and vegetables every day. The average consumption of fruit and vegetables is three portions a day, with only 22 per cent of Britons consuming the recommended five or more portions of fruit and vegetables a day.

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Food Around The World Dining Group On the last Sunday of every month starting 28th April from 12 noon

On the last Sunday of each month The Yellow Stone Bar will be holding a “Food Around The World” dining experience. You will need to pre-book your table and pay a 5€ deposit. We will visit a new country each month and sample traditionally cooked food of that country. The menu will consist of a salad followed by a choice of starters, choice of main courses and a choice of desserts. A glass of Red, White or Rose wine will be served with the main course and the total cost will be €11.95 per person.

On Sunday 28th April

Great Gatsby fever

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so book early to avoid disappointment!

‘Bloody Mary’: the drink of 2013

This summer is set to see a bloody revolution - with the red-hot tipple of choice being the Bloody Mary cocktail. Bartenders across Britain are hailing the tomato and vodka concoction as the hottest drink of 2013 - and the spike in popularity is thanks to Great Gatsby fever.

Premiering on May 15 at the Cannes Film Festival, Baz Lurhmann’s hotly anticipated film is set during the jazz age, when the Bloody Mary was first mixed. The Prohibition era saw speakeasys become the high of fashion - and cocktails were key - with powerful flavoured mixers used

to mask the taste of bootlegged booze.

Ninety years on our love affair with dimly lit drinking dens and the spicy and salty Bloody Mary continues.

Thanks to Leonardo Di Caprio, Tobey McGuire and Carey Mulligan - the stars

of latest adaptation of The Great Gatsby – you won’t just be drinking it with your eggs benedict.

The history of many classic cocktails, the origin of the Bloody Mary is widely debated.

Some claim it was crafted by bartender Fernand Petiot in 1921 at the famous Harry’s New York Bar in Paris, a favourite with American expats including author Fitzgerald, while others believe a waitress named Mary who worked at a Chicago bar called the Bucket of Blood was the creator. Either way, the drink has exploded in popularity across the UK. It’s no longer only seen as a modern hair-of-the-dog hangover cure but has attracted the attention of mixologists who are rethinking the recipe ahead of the summer. Plus, it’s packed with veggies, so we count it towards one of your five a day.

Thierry Brocher, Head Barman at The Sanderson Hotel’s Long Bar says: ‘It is the perfect cocktail as its one of those drinks you can enjoy any time of the day, even for breakfast without feeling guilty. The magic and mandatory ingredient is Horseradish, it bring more texture to the drink and helps blending all ingredients together, also 5ml of tio pepper makes a difference.

But if you’re bored of the traditional recipe, there are numerous variations on the drink from The Bloody Maria with tequila to the infamous Red Snapper with gin.’

The beauty of the Bloody Mary is its versatility so you’ll find every bar has its own take on the classic recipe. The era of cocktail glamour is most certainly coming back, people are becoming more educated on spirits and so bars are constantly updating their own recipes to ensure they’re ahead of the new trends.

It will then be down to the Diners to decide the next destination for the following month and this will be announced the following day on the notice board.

We can also keep you up to date by email or you can follow us on Facebook!

Bookings are mandatory and on a “first come first served” basis.... we look forward to seeing you!

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MENU DEL DIA open7 days a week 4 Courses with Wine & Coffee

Monday-Saturday inclusive. Lunch 1pm - 4pm

menu del noche

4 Courses with Wine & Coffee Everyday 7pm - 11pm

vegetarian menu available

sunday roast menu del dia

4 courses with bottle of ESTE wine per couple & coffee inc Lunch 1pm - 4pm, Freshly Baked Bread Roast Lamb Shoulder & Pork Knuckle, 12oz Entrecote, 20oz T-Bone, 10oz Pork Tenderloin, Roast Potatoes & Fresh Veg.

Daily roast cooking

children’s menu available

Thurs: Roast Pork Loin Mon: Roast Lamb Shank Tues: Rabbit in garlic & beer Fri: Roast Lamb Shank Sat & Sun: Roast Lamb Shank & Pork Knuckle Wed: Roast Pork Knuckle

every night Pizza & Pasta All your favorite pasta dishes including Ravioli, Lasagne, Macaroni, Carbonara, Tortellini and a wide range of pizzas from Margaritas to a Meat Feast

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Open Mon - Sat 8am - 24pm,Sun 10am - 17pm Spanish Tel: 950 430 145 English Tel: 647 730 103

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It is not the first place you would think to go for fine wine – but budget store Lidl says it has been overwhelmed with demand for a £19.99 claret.

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The supermarket, perhaps better known for discount lager than classy Bordeaux, is stocking a reputable St Emilion Grand Cru as part of a push for affluent shoppers trying to bag a bargain.

The Château Laroze 2007 is the most expensive wine ever sold by the German-owned chain.

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Lidl’s ‘Wine Cellar’ also includes a 2011 Châteauneuf du Pape at £12.49 and a 2011 Sancerre at £9.99.

The current owners of Château Laroze, an obscure, St. Emilion classified growth, are the Meslin family, who can trace their roots back to the Gurchy family, who created the business in 1882, according to the Wine Cellar Insider website.

The 27 hectare Bordeaux vineyard of Chateau Laroze is planted with 68 per cent Merlot, 26 per cent Cabernet Franc and 6 per cent Cabernet Sauvignon.

Ben Hulme, Lidl wine manager, said: ‘Since the recession hit, we’ve seen a shift in customer spending habits with many people, even those from more affluent backgrounds, finding smart ways to continue enjoying fine wines and good food at home. We want to offer people the opportunity to enjoy really good wines at prices that aren’t ridiculous.’

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Britons shelled out more than £1million a week for peanut butter last year resulting in sales of the savoury spread reaching a record high. As jam and marmalade fall out of favour, new research reveals peanut butter is now the popular choice of spread for many.

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As peanut butter sales rocket, sweet toothed Britons have also been splashing out on chocolate spread with sales up 24 per cent to £46 million in 2012.

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According to market analysts Mintel, sales of peanut butter have increased by 20 per cent in the past two years, growing from £47 million to £56 million in 2012. Volume sales increased by a similar amount of 17 per cent over the same period, to reach nearly 60 million jars.

Almost one in 10 (seven per cent) Britons have switched from jam or marmalade to peanut butter or chocolate spread.

Overall, sales of sweet spreads reached £389 million in 2012, up from £367 in 2010, an increase of six per cent between 2010 and 2012.

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Potato Salad With Watercress, Cucumber & Radish

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...FOOD & ENTERTAINING Spaghetti With Roasted Cherry MAIN Tomatoes

INGREDIENTS (For 4 people) For the salad: Sea salt and pepper 1 lb fingerling potatoes 3 pink radishes, finely sliced (use a mandolin) 1 cup finely sliced English cucumber (use a mandolin) 1/2 tablespoon blond cane sugar 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 6 green or purple asparagus tips, sliced finely Dash of ground coriander Handful of watercress leaves, thoroughly cleaned Crumbled semi-hard goat cheese, to taste For the dressing: Sea salt and pepper 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 Meyer lemon 1 tablespoon tahini nut butter 3 tablespoons olive oil Chopped coriander or parsley

STARTER

METHOD Steam the potatoes for 15 to 20 minutes, or until easily pierced with a fork. Let them cool.

When they are cooled enough to be handled, peel and sliced them; set aside.

In a colander, add the cucumber and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 30 minutes so that the cucumber release water. Drain and transfer to a bowl with the radish.

In a small bowl, combine the sugar and rice vinegar and stir well. Add to the cucumber and radish and toss well; set aside.

In a frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. When warm, add the asparagus and a dash of coriander. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes; set aside.

In a small bowl, add a pinch of salt and pepper, and add the mustard and lemon juice. Stir and add the tahini and olive oil; whisk to emulsify.

In a large bowl, toss the potatoes, cucumber and radish, asparagus, goat cheese. Add the dressing and coat the salad with it.

Add the watercress leaves and toss gently.

Serve.

Red Currant Pistachio and Brown Butter Cake INGREDIENTS

dessert

(for 6 muffin-like cakes) 51/2 tablespoons (80 g) unsalted butter 1 vanilla bean, split open and seeds scraped out 70g pistachio meal (use shelled unsalted pistachios that you grind in a food processor) (20 g) millet flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 large egg 50g sugar 1/4 cup buttermilk 60g red currants* 6 raspberries* 6 black currants* *Combine any kind of seasonal berries

INGREDIENTS METHOD Preheat the oven to 350 F. Place the cherry tomatoes in an oven dish; set aside. In a bowl, combine the garlic, lemon thyme, honey and add 6 tablespoons olive oil.

Season with salt and pepper. Coat the cherry tomatoes with this marinade. Bake the tomatoes for about 20 minutes; keep warm on the side.

Blanch the julienned carrots for 1 minute in boiling salted water and rinse them under cold water.

Cook the spaghetti al dente in a large volume of salted water. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and toss gently.

Toss in the carrot, cherry tomatoes and marinade, crumbled feta and add a generous amount of grated Parmesan (to taste).

Divide the pasta between four plates and add watercress leaves in each plate. Add a squeeze of lime juice and drizzle with honey and olive oil. If you have fresh parsley handy, add some too.

(For 4 people) Sea salt and pepper 2 pounds ripe cherry tomatoes 2 large garlic cloves, finely minced 1 teaspoon finely chopped lemon thyme 1.5 teaspoons honey + more to serve 6 tablespoons olive oil + more to serve 2 large carrots, peeled and julienned finely 12 oz spaghetti Parmesan cheese, grated (to taste) 4 oz crumbled feta cheese or goat cheese Handful of fresh watercress leaves Drizzle of lime juice

method Preheat the oven at 400 F and grease 6 muffin molds (or line a muffin mold with paper cases); set aside.

Place the butter in a pot and bring to a simmer. Cook on low to medium heat until the butter turns and tastes like hazelnut. Stop the heat and add the vanilla bean and seeds; leave to infuse for 15 to 20 minutes. Strain and discard the vanilla pods.

In the meantime, in a bowl, combine the pistachio meal, baking powder and millet flour.

In another bowl, beat the egg with the sugar.

Add the dry ingredients to this wet batter, and beat until well combined.

Add the melted butter and then buttermilk.

Divide the batter between the muffin molds and stud with the fruit.

Bake the small cakes for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden.

(Optional) When cooled, dust with icing sugar.

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a st e r E l a u n n A 5 B onnet P arade th

Eleanor & Gilly’s Monday Afternoon Line Dance Class at Bar Jack’s in Albox held its 5th Annual Easter Bonnet Parade on Easter Monday 1st April and their was no fooling in this parade. In fact it was all taken quite seriously.

Eleanor Tolman, one of the class organisers, was surprised and pleased to find that so many members of the class had entered into the spirit of the event. The competition was judged by all the persons present using a points system. The winning bonnet this year was a tie between Carrie Green and Sue Finchan with Helen Simpson in 3rd place.

All winners received an Easter Egg and complimentary passes to future Line Dance Classes.

In addition to the Easter Bonnet Parade , all class attendees received an Easter Egg and a raffle was held for the benefit of F.A.C.E. (Fundraising in Arboleas, Caring for Everyone) the classes designated charity. Proceeds from this raffle and other fund raising events will be presented to F.A.C.E. later in the year. Finally it was also the Birthday of Class Member Lyn Williams and to mark the occasion she was presented with a Birthday cake.

Eleanor and Gilly’s Line Dance Class is held every Monday at Bar Jack’s in Albox, and is a place where people can make friends and meet friends, using Line Dancing as its main theme, although throughout the year it organises various parties and also the occasional Line dancing weekends in such places as Benidorm. For further information please contact Eleanor Tolman Telephone Number 950 439 003.

Photographs: The Easter Bonnet Parade - Left to Right - Class Organiser Eleanor Tolman, Helen Simpson, Carrie Green, Alice Bradbury, Lyn Williams and Sue Finchan; Class Organiser Eleanor Tolman looks on as Birthday girl Lyn Williams blows the candle out on the presented cake.

Enjoy Wonderful Views over the Olive Groves from our Candelit Restaurant wed - sat evenings Open 6pm-9pm

this week’s restaurant specials Crispy Parmesan Chicken 7.45€ Pan-fried chicken breast with a parmesan crumb served on a bed of tomato & basil Pork Fricassee 7.95€ Tender pork with celery, carrot & onion in a creamy sauce served with rice

full selection of all your favourites - all homemade

Pan-Fried Sea Bass 7.95€ Fresh sea bass pan-fried, with a caper, lemon & butter sauce served with spinach THE ABOVE MAINS ARE SERVED WITH A CHOICE OF POTATOES & SEASONAL VEGETABLES

menu changes weekly plus specials board

Starters: Ask for today’s choice of Starters, 2.50€ each

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Scrumptious Homemade Puddings Ask your waitress for the specials of the day, all 2.50€ each!

16oz steaks & mixed grills always available

Cheese & Biscuits Selection A selection of Cheeses served with biscuits & homemade chutney 3.50€

saturday 6th april resturant closed for private party

booking recommended

fridays

Beer-battered cod

from

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homemade chips & peas

served 12.30pm - 9pm booking advisable

tapas 1€ in the bar 12pm-9pm

~ bar specials ~

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esamd

HELP Murcia Mar Menor

The Ex Servicemen´s Assocation of Mazarron District (ESAMD) are meeting on 10th April at Los Galayos Restaurant, Peuto de Mazarron at 7.30 for 8.00 p.m. for an evening meal .

The function is open to all members of ESAMD and their invited guests. Any Ex Service personnel wishing to join the Association should contact the Membership Secretary on 629 818 611. To reserve your meal, please contact the Social Secretary on 968 437 074 or 618 591 298

SPRING FAyRe AT THE ARCHES RESTAURANT IN LOS ALCAZARES to be held on Wednesday 10th April

Welcome Events

April 10th - Dance with entertainment by the fabulous Dan Davey and the lovely Angie McKay, whose Cher tribute is not to be missed. Men, you won’t want to be anywhere else tonight! Only €9.

May 22nd - Variety night dance with everyone’s favourite Sunset, including Abba Elite. Another night to put in your diary. Just €10.

Trips - Sevilla from September 16th, for 4 nights B & B at Hotel Becquer, close to the city centre and all attractions.

To include a trip to Huelva and a jamon factory, visiting Granada on the outward journey, and time in Cordoba on the way home. Just €350.

Benidorm from October 14th for 3 nights half board at the fantastic Hotel Helios. Everyone loves staying here, so book now. €140, including all coach travel and a day trip out.

Christmas in Benidorm, from December 23rd, again at the Helios, 4 nights full board with a sumptious Christmas Day gala lunch (the best in town) coach from Camposol and surrounding area, all for just €230. Extra rooms now available - book now to avoid disappointment.

For more information, call Rosemary on 620 105 179.

starting at 12.30am

Fashion Show by Zigi, clothes for sale

Lots of Stalls

Come along and bag a bargain!

PALS (Protection and Life Saving)

17th April Coach to Mojacar Market and town, lunch in Bedar and visit to ICELAND Coach from Puerto de Mazarron, CountrtyClub and Camposol 25 Euros 28th May Coach to Alhama de Murcia Market visit the Roman Baths then up and into the middle of the Sierra Espunas for lunch at the traditional La Perdiz. Same pick up points same price 25Euro 24th May 4 places only left for three nights Salamanca, Segovia and Avila 210 Euros 6th October the trip of the year 5 nights in the Basque country, full board, 4 star hotel excursions everyday included 285 Euros Details from626 460465 or (Camposol A) (puer to de mazarron) visit PALS on A Saturday on Camposol B at the Trevi from 11 till 1.30 or at SARALARAS in Puerto de Mazarron each Wednesday from 1 till 3 PALS DO IT 4 U, full details Private or trade letters to editor for birthdays or announcements on www.pals.sm4.biz Drop your details into them and we will print them in the next edition of the paper

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Sweet Dreams See our Advertisement on page 19 for more information

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fully equipped low rent great opportunity for the right people

contact mark 966 714 318

freehold local for sale Bar/cafe in a busy urbanisation living accomodation in a 2 bed, south facing apartment included in the price Annual turnover gross 280-300,000€ net profit - 50,000€ For more info call 672 033 676

electricians Electrician , available for all works. Small or large. Call Dave 693 251 562. davendonc@aol.com

glass curtains

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heating NEATER HEATER See our main advert on the news pages

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no job too small & free estimates! specialists in all electrical & plumbing works

new icp’s fitted - swimming pool heaters & air-con, electric gates & burglar alarms hot water boilers,gas heaters & solar new bath/shower suites - spanish legal

call clive: 617 268 346 or frank: 639 988 487 www.electriciancostablanca.co.uk

Coffee table with glass top and shelf 80 x 40 cm €15 Local transport possible. Quesada.

Tel 966 718 214 White IKEA cupboard 60 x 70 x 30 cm with 3 drawers €20 Local transport possible.

Quesada. Tel 966 718 214 One Double Mattress, nearly new with protective cover 30€Quesada area Tel: 654 666 686 Evenings only.

Folding Single Metal Bed, good condition 20€ Quesada area Tel: 654 666 686 Evenings only.

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20€ the pair Tel: 688 222 112 BOOK SALE – 4 BOXES = 100 + best sellers €25, Wall Mirror (80 x 65) Cane surround €12, Cane Basket Chair € 8 Quesada 966 716 599

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Telephone 628 505 733 jewellery

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20mins from mojacar This is a unique spanish cortijo with 4 beds, 2 baths, Open plan living areas, kitchen & diningroom as well as a workshop, courtyard front & back & room for a pool. Mountain views.

Build 256 m², Terrace 100m², Plot 1200m²

immaculate 2 bed, 1 bath ground apartmant situated in the very nice area of Lomas de Campoamar golf resort. very spacious accomadation of 86m2, furnished, walking distance to La Fuente Commercial centre, 24 hour security, includes use of communal pools, tennis courts etc, 395€ + bills, no offers

ring now on 648 111 779 for immediate viewing

FOR SALE Apartment (Top floor / Penthouse) Almoradi,Costa Blanca

€150,000

Tel: 649 186 107

thunderpaul2003@hotmail.ccom for rent, 3 bed, 3 bath spacious semi-detatched house with garage situated in the popular area of La Zenia, walking distance to shops, beaches and the new La Zenia Boulevard, Furnished, Long term, 550€ monthly plus electric & water, perfect family home Tel: 966 733 079 or 619 098 543

4 Bed, 2 Bath, Large Terrace, Lounge, Sep Kitchen, Utility Room, Communal Solarium, Lift, Furnished inc. White Goods, UK TV , 90m² Interior Living Space plus, 15m² Terrace / Balcony with Awnings.

Overlooks a newly reformed Plaza, church & mountains, unusually large terrace. 2 min walk away from the town’s attractive central square, all other amenities are also within easy walking distance,12 mins drive from the resort of Guardamar del Segura. Close to La Finca Golf course Private Sale €75,000

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DENNIS was bought into, our shop by the local police who asked us if we could help and take him in, He is about 4/5 months old and very friendly. He will be a small dog , smaller than a spaniel please contact K9 for more info www.k9club.es The K9 Club Tel: 600 84 54 20

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Freddie was found Freddie was found sat in the road in the rain, luckily he was rescued but it would be great to find him his forever home. He is a fox terrier cross, approximately a year and a half old, castrated with all his vaccinations up to date

Pets In Spain

Boycee was brought to us after he was found in a Basura bin. He is approx 8 weeks old and will be medium size when fully grown.

Call: 659 274 573

www.petsinspain.com info@petsinspain.info

Monty is a gorgeous boy!

A neutered, chocolate point Siamese type with lovely blue eyes, Monty is about four years old and has all his vaccinations.

If you would like to meet Monty please phone Joe (The Cat Man) on 966719272 or speak with Rose inside the shop

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Mr Sarris said that an inquiry ordered by the president into what led the island nation to the brink of bankruptcy before the bailout was agreed was a factor in his decision to step down.

“I believe that in order to facilitate the work of (investigators) the right thing would be to place my resignation at the disposal of the president of the republic, which I did,” he said.

The inquiry would be carried out by a three-judge panel, President Anastasiades said.

Mr Sarris was appointed finance minister in February.

Last year he was the head of the country’s secondlargest bank, Laiki, whose performance was a major factor in Cyprus’ near financial collapse.

Big depositors at Laiki now could face an even tougher “haircut” than those with the Bank of Cyprus.

However, no details have been released.

In a separate development, Cyprus announced a partial relaxation of capital controls, raising the ceiling for financial transactions that did not require central bank approval and allowing the use of cheques to 9,000 euros per month. However, other restrictions are still in place.

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The UK’s banking regulator, the Financial Services Authority (FSA), has been abolished and replaced with two successor organisations. The changes mark the end of the system set up by the previous Labour government.

From 1 April, the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) will ensure the stability of financial services firms and be part of the Bank of England. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is now the City’s behavioural watchdog.

The Bank of England has also gained direct supervision for the whole of the banking system through its powerful Financial Policy Committee (FPC), which can instruct the two new regulators.

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The PRA is headed by the central bank’s deputy governor Andrew Bailey, and will regulate around 1,700 financial firms. The FCA is headed by Martin Wheatley, who worked at the FSA and was responsible for the review into the Libor rate-rigging scandal at banks.

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What a glorious day today was, got my shorts on at golf for the first time this year.

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We played at Vistabella today.

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The results were as follows:Gold Category.

1st - Ali Rich 32pts.

2nd - Graham Lawrence 30pts.

Best front 9 -Roger Inwards 17pts.

Best back 9 - John Pedersen 15pts.

Nearest the pin - Nobody.

Nearest the pin in 2 - Ali Rich.

Silver Category.

1st - Tony Macmillan 25pts.

2nd - Paul Smith 23pts.

Best front 9 - Phil Bowditch 14pts.

Best back 9 - Gerry Williams 17pts.

Nearest the pin - Graham Butterworth.

Nearest the pin in 2 Nobody.

2 ball competition - Nobody.

Thanks to all for a good turn out. Our next game is at Alenda on 4th April at 09:50 1st tee. The following week 11th April we are at Altorreal.

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san javier gs Hi Everyone, This was a great day for the society a good turn out and good weather for the last event of the year for our outgoing Captain Barry Beale.

We played at La Serena and there was a little wind blowing on the day so we had to guess how many ball would be lost on the day answer later have a guess. We had the captains trophy to play for in the individual stableford and at the end we would also had a Mystery pairs so lots of prizes to win like nearest the pork pie all good fun.

Once again the top prize the Captain’s Trophy went to Christine Flanagan with a score of 35pts beating of the challenge of glen Macrae by one point with Kevin Parker in 3rd on 34pts also.. On the day that was a good score as the wind was strong. This now is the second time a lady as taken the trophy as Lyn Gallard won it last year.

1st Christine Flanagan 35pts 2nd Gen Macrae 34pts 3rd Kevin Parker 34pts 4th Bob Blair 33pts 5th Barry Butterworth 32pts The result of the Mystery Pairs 1st Gen Macrae & Dave

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I would like to thank Barry on behalf of everyone at San Javier for the great work he as done as Captain this past year. The society as gone from strength to strength we him at the elm. So now it is over Barry you can get back to just playing golf. Well Done Now back to number of balls lost on the day was 152 NEW SEASON - 2013-14 The next Society game is on Monday, 6th APRIL 2013 at La SERENA. The format will be Individual Stableford - which is the 1st Round of the Player of the Year 201314. Spanish Federated game.

Payday is on Saturday, 6th APRIL 2013 at CAMPBELL Restaurant, RODA which is also the venue for the Annual General Meeting.

Time - 10.15 for a 10.30 start to the AGM. Regards Mick

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Villamartin 27th March 2013.

It does appear that, at long last, Spring is around the corner. The wind we have suffered of late seems to have dissipated and maybe, just maybe, we are back to what we class as Spanish weather.

It was nice to play in weather that those of us who are lucky enough to live here, have been come accustomed to.

Villamartin is a course that is very much chagrined, but only by people that haven’t played it since Sweeny Todd

gave his last shave and that was way before Peter Mason said to his good lady, “I wear the trousers in this house.”

The Silver Division was very tight and 3 people tied for the winners spot, but it was our Austrian lady member, Madam Olga Haubner that took the top spot with a 33 point haul, which was the same score as both George Chapman and Ian Parkinson who lost out on the countback system.

The Gold Division was a little bit clearer, result wise,

RODS AND REELS This week was the 2nd round of the Summer League and was held on the Embalse de Pedrera. Although we fished the venue the day before, it was generally felt that the feed going in the previous day would increase the fishing. Wrong!!!. One of the learned colleagues within the club, stated that with the full moon that night things would change, and yes they did, with only half the field catching!!!!!. Strangely, as well the predominate species was carp, whereas normally it would have been barbel. The water level still appears to be dropping causing the last meters at the waters edge to be muddy, however one can only assume that they will be filling it up soon as the holiday period will be with us.

Top Rods on the day 1st Dave ( The Sweetie Man ) Hutchinson fishing the pole using paste with 11.62 kilo´s.

2nd Ian ( Irish Wizard ) Dalzell fishing the feeder using hemp and maggot with 8.53 kilo´s.

3rd Dave ( Yours Truly ) Hoare fishing the feeder using maggot with 7.03 kilo´s.

PLEASE NOTE The club has some vacancies at present, if you are interested in joining please contact Derek Swann on 966729293 or 603535771.

ABBEY ANGLING RESULTS Supplied by Terry Screen The first match of the Spring Series was fished at the Embalsa de Pedrera on the 26th March.

Although rain clouds gathered behind us and there was a fine skittering of a rain shower across the Lake in the

morning, but on the whole for the rest of the day it remained fine and dry. This is one of the venues that if it does start to rain a fast exit is required as the ground quickly turns into thick mud and neither the Gruas or the local farmers are willing to come down to pull your vehicles out.

and was won by the only golfer to achieve and better his handicap, namely Steve “Fangs” Higgins with 37 points. The Runner-up slot was claimed by Peter Wells with 35 points and third spot with our Hungarian member, Alex ‘Big Boy’ Alfrody.

We had 7 guests and it was pleasing to see that their winning prize was taken by a 15 year old with 30 points.

However, this is no usual 15 year old and playing off of a handicap of 5, surely Lee Lawson surely must be a name for the future. Make a note of that name. This young man started his golf career at the tender age of 5 and was taken under the wing of the Joe Dean Academy and it is hoped that, in the not too distant future, Lee will obtain cherished scholarship in the USA. Remember people, you hear d the name of Lee Lawson here first. Photo .

Nearest the pin winners Once again, all four NTP were claimed with Steve Higgins, George Smith, Shelia Dean and Paula Haggart claiming their sleeve of Srixon Soft Feel balls.

In addition to running

Wednesday and Friday matched, TMGS have arranged for a 3 “Day Away” special.

This will be a 2 night 3 day golf at El Saler (the venue for the Spanish Open), Escorpian and El Bosque. Two nights. 3 days golf, all in 210€.; so if you fancy a weekend away from “Her Indoors” with a sober Golf Society, give Joe a call on 966 719 604 or look at the website of www.tmgs.org.

The water is still receding which is leaving muddy margins and the temperature of the lake is now 12 degrees, and now with the longer warmer days coming the fish should now start to feed in earnest 1st Stan (The Man) Roberts with 10.400kg fishing the waggler using temp and tares 2nd Andy (Web Man) Stevenson with 9.480kg fishing the pole using sweet corn 3rd Dave (The Sweetie Man) Hutchinson with 8.540kg fishing the pole using paste All details are available on our website www.abbeyangling. com or from the Match Secretary on 965328368 ANGLERS TOGETHER The objective of Anglers Together was to introduce anglers to each other, who otherwise had no one to fish with or didn’t know where to fish.

It was successful in bringing together many anglers who established friendships and which continue to this day.

No meetings are held now but information is still available through our email address; angler s to gether@hotmail. co.uk.

TIGHT LINES DAVE HOARE

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Our next game, Wednesday 3rd April 2013 , see’s us at the El Plantio golf course, so if you fancy a game just look at our website www.tmgs.org or call the Match Secretary on 966719604.

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Results - Week 23. 25/03/13 Liberty´s 1 - 8 Belushi´s Oche-Holic´s 5 - 4 Pablo´s JJ Belushi´s 2 -7 Concierto´s Horacio´s B 5 - 4 Horacio´s A High scores 120+ 140 Alan”Ginge” Marlow (Oche-Holic´s) 140 Nick Hunt ( Concierto´s ) 140 Barry Reynolds ( Belushi´s ) 138 Alan”Ginge” Marlow ( Oche-Holic´s ) 133 Gwenn McNish ( Horacio´s B ) 126 John “Nico” Nichol ( Oche-Holic´s ) 125 Mark “Lloydy” Lloyd ( Oche-Holic´s ) 125 Barry Reynolds ( Belushi´s ) 121 Barry Reynolds ( Belushi´s ) 121 Christine Smiles ( JJ Belushi´s ) 120 Damian “666” Lambert ( Oche-Holic´s ) 140 Graham McNish League Table 157 OCHE-HOLICS; 119 CONCIERTO´S; 102 PABLO´S; 99 LIBERTY´S; 91 BELUSHI´S; 69 HORACIO´S A; 57 HORACIO´S B; 44 JJ BELUSHI´S

Lo Marabu Golf Society (in association with Costa Blanca Green Fee Services) at Alenda 28th March 2013.

For this month’s society meeting a group of 35 players visited the established course at Alenda taking advantage of the excellent society deal obtained from Costa Blanca Green Fee Services.

The weather was absolutely beautiful with plenty of sunshine, high temperatures, a course in good condition and many pairs of ‘shorts’ on display.

The winning scores on the day were as follows: 1st – Winston Blackwood – 36 points 2nd – Chris Udell – 34 points 3rd – Mick Simpson – 34 points 4th – Mike Probert – 32 points Best Front 9 – Harry Farnell - 18

points Best Back 9 – Steve Hatt - 19 points Dog of the Day Trophy – Rod Allan Nearest the Pins: Mike Probert, Dave Belcher, Steve Hatt and Jim Nicholson.

After the game we returned to the Lo Marabu, which is located at Dona Pepa, Quesada for a welcome meal prepared by the bar and the prize presentation.

Our next official society meeting is at Altorreal on 25th April 2013 but we have an interim meeting at La Serena on 11th April 2013.

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BY STEVE HIBBERD Following on from the main club championships, GBC recently held the mini championships.

Jan Pocock lifted the ladies plate, with Beryl Norris taking the runners up slot (the mens plate final had already been played).

In the over 65s cup, Grahame Bater lost out to Jeannie Clements in a cracking game (1 set each, then a tie break). The under 65s, saw Jim Wilcock play, and win, his last ever match in this category, seeing off yours truely. Another close encounter (of the handicapped kind!) involved Barry Collins and Mike

Veale, in which the former just came out on top. Finally, in the Mr & Mrs trophy, Brian and Jan Pocock beat Vic & Sue Mahomet, in a last end nail biter!

The final winter league game of the season involved GBC hosting champions San Miguel.

Although the champs won on every rink, some scores were very close, and its a case of a long summer break before the next campaign starts in October.

Although J Collins, H Cork, J Wilcock & M Thomas won their Berleen rink 18-14, the team as a whole lost by 1 shot.

ITV ORIHUELA RFC BACK IN TRAINING FOR 7’S CIRCUIT

ITV Orihuela RFC are back in training this week after the Easter break on Thursday in preparation for the 7’s circuit.

While the U18’s will be preparing ready for Barnet Elisabethians RFC touring team. ITV Orihuela RFC will be joined by players from Albacete so that they are going to be a full squad for the match, which is going to be played on 13 April at 13.00.

The touring team is also playing against San Javier on the Friday at 17.00, so a good weekend of rugby in 2 weeks time.

This coming weekend we are televising the Amlin and Heineken Cup live rugby matches at the rugby bar in Rojales, The Steakhouse, used to be Tylers Bar. Starting on Thursday with Gloucester v Biarritz at 20.00 and then on Friday Wasps v Leinster at 20.00. On Saturday, Bath v Stada at 13.30, then Clermont v Montpellier then Sarries v Ultser.

On Sunday Quins v Munster at 15.00 and the final match Toulon v Tigers. Looking forward to seeing another good turn out down there this weekend.

I am down at the Moncayo Market on Saturday, with all the rugby branded clothing, so come down.

Training is at the Miguel Hernandez University ground at 20.15 on Tuesday and Thursday for the seniors and juveniles.

The juniors start at 18.15.

So if you are interested, dig out those rugby boots and come along and see for yourself what it is like. New players are always welcome no matter what age or skill level you are.

If you would like more information about what is going on in the club, you can contact the club by phoning myself, Garry on 692 767 242, and for the juniors contact Oscar on 600 871 606 (Spanish)

St. JAMES’S GATE GOLF SOCIETY

Eurogolf La Marquesa Press Report.

72 members took part in the Waltz Competition at our home course of La Marquesa on Thursday 28th March. The format of the game is a simple one, 1 to score on the first hole, 2 to score on the second then 3 to score on the next, and then we start again. How is it that when it is 1 to score everyone has a good hole but when it is 3 to score everyone has a bad hole?

The weather was beautiful, although the wind got up a bit for those playing later.

It has been an interesting week for some of our lady players.

Gloria stepped back off of the buggy path to allow a buggy to pass and promptly fell straight down a manhole right up to her waist. What a trouper, she finished her round before going to the ‘Urgencies’ for treatment, fortunately she had not broken anything. Also, thanks to our Captain and his four ball on Tuesday for helping Janet out when she inadvertently drove her buggy over a water stanchion pipe. Water, water everywhere and the buggy stuck right on top of the gusher. What a pity that our poor Captain, while playing ‘Sir Gallahad’ managed to end up soaked to the skin and covered in mud from head to toe for his efforts, while trying to turn the water off.

The results are as follows: 1st Doug Spiring, Graham Cheetham, Ken Brett & Jenny Cheetham 84 points

2nd Mike Young, Roger Richings, Gordon Bourne & Ian Turner 83 points 3rd Robin Richards, Bob Shorley, Bev Fairhurst, & Phyllis Venables 81 points Nearest the Pins 5th Robin Richards 11th Vince Tocker 12th Gloria Manning 15th Paul Manning 17th Rachel Leckey Football Winners: David Blanchette, Rudi Muller, Robin Richards Dennis Cole.

There are still a few places left for the Away Day on 14 April at Vista Bella. Speak to Ian next week if you want to be included.

Money to be paid by next week.

TOFF’s Results Tuesday 26 March 2013 Overall Winner –Harry Armstrong Gold Division 1st Paul Manning 37 points 2nd Bill Martin 34 points 3rd Roger Richings 34 points Silver 1st Harry Armstrong 39 points 2nd Roderick Duff 39 points 3rd Ian Stewart 36 points Bronze 1st Orlando Ferrell 35 points 2nd Mary Sanderson 34 points 3rd Ken Enever 33 points Best front Nine: Tom Hull 19, Best Back Nine: John Barraclough 19 5th Marylin Eckersall 11th Cindi Green 15th Tom Walker 17th Doug Spiring

La Serena Golf – 26th March 2013 It’s was off down the AP7 this week to La Serena Golf at Los Alcazares, it has always been apopular venue and now the greens have been refurbished its getting back to its old self 16 holes with water and all.

Talking of greens we now know they are good and so do the reptiles around the course, this was proven when a snake was sunbathing on the 2nd green and had to be gently persuaded to move in order that a putt could be taken. For some it was a reason to get around the 18 holes in just 4 hours As well as the Stableford competition there were four knockout games being played 3 singles and 1 double.

It was nearly a repeat of two weeks ago with Alan Moody and Rodney Smith taking 1st and 2nd in the Golf Category and Peter Root 1st and Rocker Ron 3rd in the Silver.

Gold Category 1st: Alan Moody 34 points 2nd: Rodney Smith 33 points 3rd: Merv Williams 31 points 4th: Larry Lambe 29 points CB 5th: Arthur Williams 29 points Silver Category 1st: Peter Root 36 points 2nd: Ken Hopkins 34 points 3rd: Ron “Rocket” Nicholson 26 points 4th: Geoff Wild 25 points CB 5th: Tom Richardson25 points Nearest The Pin: Hole 3: Alan Brooker. Hole 9 & 15: Moira Mullen. Hole 17: Les Yates.

Longest Drive: Peter Root Best Guest: Alan Brooker.

Singles Round KO Results • Alan Moody beat Ron

Nicholson 7 & 6 • Arthur Williams beat Pat Mullen 2 & 1 • Merv Williams beat Larry Lambe 3 & 2 Doubles KO Result • Peter Root/Malcolm Woods beat Geoff Wild/Tom Richardson 4 & 3 The ball sweep (Best estimate of balls lost) 19 players = 94 balls Winner Tom Baldwin 97 to take the money.

It was back to Izzy’s Bar where “Rocket” Ron presented the prizes and for our favourite munchies, many thanks again Tony, Jackie and Roxy.

Next game is at Vistabella Golf 9th April First Tee 09:00, please be at the course by 08:30. A change of date for Alenda Golf it is now 16th April the following week, as the normal date 23rd they will be hollow tinning.

For more information or if you wish to play with the arguably the friendliest Golf Society contact Ron Nicholson on 678849142 or email sanmigron@gmail.com Photos: Sleepin’ Snake 2nd Green

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FC TORREVIEJA - TORRY FALL INTO THE RELEGATION ZONE AND NOW HAVE A REAL FIGHT ON THEIR HANDS FOR THIRD DIVISION SURVIVAL Last Sunday morning Torry travelled north to play Alzira who were in 4th place in the table going into the game and pushing for a top 4 finish and a play-off place for promotion to Segunda B. Their home form wasn’t quite as good as their away form and on their home turf they had won 6, drawn 5 and lost 5.

There was then, on past results at home this season, almost an even chance of Torry getting something out of the game.

Torry had the luxury of a full squad to select from except for the suspended Villanueva.

The managed restored Javi Tur to goal in favour of Manolo and had a strong bench which included the fit again Abel and Koeman.

Torrys starting line-up: Tur, Vicente, Juanfran, Rafa, Messeguer Dani, Jorge, Burguillos (Abel, 68 ‘), Manu Amores, Cuco Ros (Patri, 81’), Luis Carlos (Koeman, 51 ‘), Gasch.

Despite the home side pushing for a play-off spot and a special promotion on offer for cheap entrance to the game, there where only around 100 present when the game got underway.

The game was pretty even with neither side creating much in the final third.

Alzira at least had a couple of efforts on target which brought saves from Javi Tur. Torry had a Burguillos volley which went over the top to show for their efforts. Alzira opened the scoring after 35 minutes when a long ball over the top was seized on by Verdu and he beat Javi Tur with a cross-shot into the back of the net and a GOALLLL to Alzira 1-0.

Torry had it all to do. Just before half-time Alzira should have extended their lead after another long ball found

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Peirreck with time and space but he struck his effort into the side netting. 5 minutes into the second half Koeman replaced Luis Carlos for Torry in an attempt to beef up the attack.

Torry came more into the game but failed to really create any danger for the Alzira defensive line. It was Alzira who created the better chances and Javi Tur prevented a second goal when he got a hand to the ball after William was put clean through and bore down on him. Verdu then went round Javi Tur but fortunately for Torry defender Rafa got back to clear his goalbound effort off the line. Alzira then had a second goal ruled out for offside. In the last 5 minutes Torry almost got an equaliser when substitute Abel struck the post with a header from a delivery by fellow substitute Patri. If only, but it wasn’t to be and Torry returned home empty handed. The “Man in the Middle” was, as they tend to be in Spain, very fussy and active with his notebook and Yellow Card, brandishing it to no less than 9 players including Jorge, Rafa, Dani, Vicente and Abel from Torry.

Torry are now in 18th place in the table occupying the 4th and final relegation spot, having 1 point less than the 3 teams above them including this Sundays opponents Eldense.

Torry really do need to win this one. The game kicks off at 5.00 pm at the Nelson Mandela.

Try to be there and give Torry some vocal support and help become their 12th man. They need one.

A disappointed Darrylldinho following his adopted team in Spain go down to a solitary goal in their quest for survival. For info about Torry visit the Torry Army website www.fctorrevieja. net .

sport

soccer school

ALFIES GOLF SOCIETY On Saturday, March 30th was the day. The first matches ever in the 3 years existing of the soccerschool would be played for children of 8 & 9 years old.

The tournament was organized by the hacienda at Fuente Alamo. There were three games on the program. Respectively against Hacienda, UCAM & Los Garres. No one counted on anything because this was the first time that the children w e r e playing games at all. That is why it was a complete surprise that the first match e n d e d in 4-4 .

Suddenly the boys got the idea that they could win the trophy . The second match ended in a 8-0 defeat by a fantastic team. But the kids did not go down and they surprisingly won the third game with 4-2. This meant that there where penalties to be taken against the Hacienda.

The winner was going to the semi - final. By excellent saves from the goalkeeper Alvaro and well taken penalties by Jaime, George, Ryan, Jack & Alvaro was the semi - final achieved.

After a glorious start 0-1 after 1 minute the other team started to show excellent football en the soccerschool eventually

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lost with 1-4. All in all a very nice day for the kids. And a very proud coach.... If you think after reading this story, my son or daughter also likes to play football. Everyone is welcome at the ages of 4 to 14 .... It is very simple just send a email to jelcooosterhof@hotmail. com We speak English, Dutch, German and Spanish

Thursday, 28 March 2013 – Villamartin 35 players set out for Villamartin on a warm spring day for our monthly meeting.

No waterproofs needed today and shorts were in order.

Teeing off at the 10th, everyone noticed that the course was very busy but no problems arose until nine holes were played and then one or two delays set in.

Villamartin is more like an English type woodland course as opposed to some of the newer courses out here but nevertheless still provides a stern test for golfers, with many holes demanding an accurate tee shot, as many of our members found out to their cost! The greens were as always in good condition if a little slow, and the majority of our society will be looking forward to the next time we meet here for the second round of the Eclectic Cup in May. Onto the honours and Nearest the Pins were won by Ian Connell

at the 13th, and ‘Stormin’ Norman Howes at the 9th.

Shaun Staplehurst unleashed his R11 at the 16th to take the longest drive prize. There were several stableford scores in the mid thirties but Ian Connell & Mike Morris tied on 36 points for 1st place, with Ian winning this month, due to his having a lower handicap than Mike.

Prizes were presented back at Alfie’s Bar, followed by the usual post match buffet (many thanks to Anita & Linda), and not forgetting the copious amount of Estrella consumed by the players! A good day had by all (with more than one or two headaches the following day!)

Many thanks also to Mike Probert of Costa Blanca Green Fee Services for arranging our day. Next month’s meeting is at Mar Menor. Roll on Thursday, April 25th!

Photo: Winners: Shaun Staplehurst, Mike Morris, Ian Connell, Norman Howes

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