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Will English be the EU’s official language post-Brexit?

German and French are already gaining currency, despite English’s traditional role as the language of business While Europe and the global financial markets were chewing over the UK’s decision to abandon the European Union on Friday, June 24, some French members seized the opportunity to take up arms against the widespread use of English as the bloc’s lingua franca. If the United Kingdom is no longer a member of the club, they reasoned, why should its language predominate in Brussels? Politicians from across the political divide such as Robert Ménard, mayor of the French Mediterranean town of Béziers, who has links to the far right National Front, or Jean-Luc Mélenchon, a European Parliamentarian and left-wing candidate for France’s Presidency, who is advocating Frexit, expressed the same opinion that fateful Friday: “English no longer has legitimacy in Brussels,” said the former; “English cannot be the third language that the European Parliament works in,” said the latter. Former EU president Jacques Chirac once walked out of a meeting in Brussels when fellow Frenchman Ernest-Antoine Sallière – the then-leader of the European Employer’s Association (UNICE) – said, “I’m going to talk in English because it is the language of business.” Other English-speaking countries, such as Ireland and Malta, chose to be represented by Gaelic and Maltese respectively within the EU In 2013, the European news site Euroactiv reported that the EU’s French elite was finally resigned to the fact that their language no longer enjoyed the influence it had until the 1990s, when it was used as the EU’s main working language. Meanwhile, the French newspaper Libération’s correspondent in Brussels commented after the referendum: “The tendency to use English is powerful and it will probably be difficult to change.” The EU has 24 official languages, four less than

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the number of members (until the UK left), as some members states share a language. There are 1,750 linguists, 600 assistants, 600 translators and 3,000 freelance interpreters working in the European Commission (the executive body of the EU) alone, and whose job is to make sure all official documents are available in every language. But in meetings and seminars, as well as for urgent reports and press releases, English has long prevailed, followed by German and French. Euro-English As leading French daily Le Monde explained to its readers in an article on the consequences of Brexit, 38% of Europeans already speak English as a second language and it is unlikely it will stop being used in EU institutions. After all, as a report by the European Commission notes, it is the most spoken language in the European Union. However, the English spoken in Brussels is not British English. It is a type of Euro-English influenced by the language spoken by Eurocrats who have introduced words from other languages. For example, ‘control’ is used instead of ‘monitor’ and ‘delay’ instead of ‘deadline’. The paradox is that although English is predominantly used in EU institutions, without the United Kingdom as a member it will cease to be the official language because the UK was the only country putting it forward as its language. Other English-speaking countries, such as Ireland and Malta, chose to be represented by Gaelic and Maltese respectively within the EU. Former European Commissioner and current European Parliamentarian Danuta Hubner, who presides over the European Parliament’s Constitutional Committee, said on Monday, “English is the official language because the UK wanted it that way. If we don’t have the UK, we don’t have English.” According to Reuters, if other member states want

to maintain English as the official language, they will have to come to an agreement or change the rules so that countries like Ireland can have two official languages. But the Irish representative in the European Commission says English shouldn’t disappear automatically as the official language, as Hubner points out: “The Council of Ministers unanimously decides the rules that regulate the use of languages in European institutions. In other words, any change needs a unanimous vote from the Council, including Ireland.” Nothing is automatic in Brussels, but since Friday things have been moving at a clip. Along with the message telling David Cameron to activate Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty and start the two-year process of pulling the United Kingdom from the EU as soon as possible, according to the Wall Street Journal, the European Commission has already begun using more German and French. elpais

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Matthew Lavin was gored through his left thigh on Wednesday morning as he ran with the bulls in Pamplona. The 39-year-old painter from New Jersey spoke to The Local from his hospital bed in Pamplona just hours after receiving the injury during the penultimate run of the annual San Fermin festival. “I’ve feeling alright,” he said. “All in all it’s been one of the experiences of my life.” He described the moment that the half-tonne animal, a fighting bull named ‘Ilustrado’, charged into him on the approach to the Town Hall Square. “I was running and I got caught up in some human traffic, I turned and saw the bull heading towards me and I just thought ‘run faster, get out of the way’, I had about three four strides to get away but I guess I didn’t get out of the way quickly enough.” As he tried to reach the safety of the barrier the bull caught him and pierced

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the Latin-American factor of the country’s At the 11th Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) in Mongolia, Spanish Foreign Minister José Asia-Pacific relationship and its role as an Manuel García-Margallo outlined the role of observer of the Pacific Alliance trade bloc. his country as a “bridge” between Asia and In addition to saying that the Asia-Pacific Latin America. EurActiv Spain reports. link should intensify over time, the foreign The event, held in the East Asian country’s minister also indicated that he has promoted capital of Ulaanbaatar, was attended by representatives from 51 countries. Spain as a “bridge” between Asia and Latin The summit began with a minute’s silence to America, during talks with countries like commemorate the Nice attacks, carried out China, Japan and Korea. on Bastille Day. euractiv.com Spain’s foreign affairs chief, García-Margallo, then met with his French counterpart, Jean Marc Ayrault, to express the Iberian nation’s condolences and pledge its support in the fight against terror. In addition to bilateral talks with India, New Zealand, Singapore, Norway and Mongolia, García-Margallo LOS LOBOS - CUEVAS DEL ALMANZORA also highlighted Spain’s involvement in the political landscape, through its strategic associations and political dialogues with numerous Asian countries, with the aim of strengthening its diplomatic presence in the region. From an economic point of view, he referred to increased efforts to promote the Silk Road, Spain’s membership of the Asian Bank and the recently-established Yixin’ou rail-cargo line, which connects Spain to China, and has led to cheaper imports. The rail link has already started to bear fruit, as Spanish exports to China increased by 8.8% in 2015. García-Magallo also outlined

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contact: sales@soltimes.com In addition to the sun, beaches and variety of water sports on offer, this Almerian town offers its visitors a cultural and artistic heritage based on its extensive past. Adra was founded by the Phoenicians sometime during the 8th Century B.C., however according to the archaeological remains found on the Montecristo mountain, a site classified as being worthy of important cultural significance, the area has a Punic past. During the Arab rule, the capital of the area was located in what is now the neighbourhood of La Alquería (the so-called Adra La Vieja), that when conquered by the Christians, became what is known as Adra La Nueva. Architecture Among the most interesting religious buildings in Adra are: the Parish Church of the Inmaculada Concepción, a church of substantial size that dates from the 16th Century and which has beautiful statues inside; San Sebastian chapel; from the end of the 17th Century and reconstructed in the 18th Century, underneath which remains have been found of Romans who worked in salting factories; the Church of Our Lady of Las Angustias, that, situated in Adra La Vieja, is the oldest of the parishes in the town; and the Chapel of San Isidro, from the 18th Century, an example of popular architecture from the Alpujarras. In this town, full of military architecture, we find ourselves among remains of walls and turrets left over from the ancient surrounding wall Playa Serena, roquetas de mar of Adra La Nueva, Opposite Playa Luna Hotel remains of the between Oasis & Mar y Sol. fortress that Tel: 679 156 715 was constructed under order from Juana ´La Loca´ (Joanna of Castile, daughter of Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile,

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The closest most people ever get to a Cork Oak tree is by holding the cork from a newly opened bottle of wine. It’s amazing to think that the 5cm long wine plug spent a decade or more growing as tree bark around a Cork Oak somewhere here in the Mediterranean. Eastwards from Portugal through Spain, the south of France, Italy and also Morocco stretch 2.5 million hectares of Cork Oak forests. These forests provide some of the most ecologically diverse habitats in the world. Up to 135 different plant species have been found in just one square metre of forest including 30 different types of bracken. In Spain/ Portugal the rarest cat species in the world the Iberian Lynx lives in these forests and Barbary Apes live in the oak forests of North Africa. Almost all of Europe’s Crane population use the forests for shelter and breeding. Many Cranes nest just inland from Gibraltar; they can be seen atop chimney pots and telegraph poles. The biology of the Cork Oak

It’s quite funny how often people get all defensive when talking to me, and hurriedly explain that they’re not religious, but do still believe in God. And then they tend to suffer a level of confusion when I reply saying ‘me too’; for most people seem to presume that because I’m involved with the Church, write these articles and even take funerals, then I MUST be ‘religious’, with all that the expression seems to imply. But I’m not; in the sense that I don’t hold to loads of rules and regulations or follow all manner of religious traditions or formulae. True, I do believe in God, and I admit I actually enjoy going to Church. I personally believe that Jesus, the Son of God, lived a perfect life on Earth; died on the cross so that all who put their faith in him may be forgiven the wrong they have done, and that he rose from the grave and is now in heaven, from where he will in due course return. And I also believe, along with many of those who are so at pains to explain that they’re not religious, that life does not end with the grave, but that there is a great hope of eternity in the presence of the God in whom I believe. But does that make me religious? I would argue strongly that it doesn’t. Indeed had Jesus been

religious he’d never have been crucified, but instead he took considerable issue with the religious leaders of his time, arguing passionately that personal faith was of far more value than religious zeal. And in his very famous chapter about love, when writing to the Church in Corinth, St Paul spends considerable time pointing out that any amount of religious fervour or spiritual gifts, without love, are absolutely worthless. So if you have an aversion to religion, but do inwardly have a personal, inner belief in a God you acknowledge you don’t understand, then ‘join the club’ – you’re in very good company. Details of a number of English Language Churches are given in Sol Noticeboard for any who wish to Worship, but 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

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means that it’s more fire resistant than other tree species, the cork protects the trunk and main branches of the tree from any forest fire. Afterwards new shoots and leaves sprout quickly again from the tree and the canopy is restored. Other tree species sprout again from their bases or from seed so the oak has a clear evolutionary and height advantage. As well as providing a haven for wildlife the oak forests create quality soil and also reduce soil erosion from the wind and rain. The tree roots lock the soil in place and provide drainage channels for rainwater to absorb into the rich soil easily. This also reduces erosion downstream from the forests as storm water runoff is greatly reduced. Hydroelectric schemes and reservoirs benefit from cleaner water so increasing safety and efficiency. In Andalucía alone; about 150 million tonnes of carbon dioxide are stored in all its forests. Every year about10 million tonnes of CO2 are absorbed by the oak forests alone

– they really are the green lungs of the Mediterranean and vital to all our wellbeing. Because it’s renewing its bark, during its lifetime a harvested Cork Oak will store five times more carbon than a non-harvested tree. The cork is hand harvested by up to 5 people per tree using small axes; a tree will be about 25 years old when it’s first cropped. The trees live for over 200 years and can be harvested every 10 years or so. 300,000 tonnes of cork is produced each year in Europe with half of that coming from Portugal. All those wine corks add up to about 50,000 tonnes with the rest used mainly for flooring, olive oil stoppers and footwear. This equates to a billion Euros in business turnover a year and 30,000 jobs. The Romans used cork as floats for fishing nets; it’s been used in wine bottles for the last 400 years. Having worked in the wine trade and being keen on preserving our environment, I only buy wine that

has a natural cork. There is a romance about opening a bottle of wine and some things should be left as they are. Plastic stoppers and metal screw tops as alternatives use up the earths finite resources and create landfill. Plus without the cork being harvested these beautiful and vital habitats suffer. I will soon be holidaying amongst these splendid trees again in Grazalema, near Ronda. Though I doubt I will find anything like the ‘Whistler Tree’ located in Portugal. This great Oak has been harvested since 1820 and holds the record for the largest ever single tree harvest. A tonne and a quarter of cork was taken in 1990; enough for a veritable wine lake of over100,000 bottle corks!

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Home Sales Climbed by 23.6% in May

The latest data published last week by the National Statistics Institute shows that sales of homes in Spain rose by 23.6% in May, compared to the same month of 2015, reaching a total of 36,425 transactions, and represents the highest figure registered since January 2013, when 39,920 transactions were carried out. With this increase, home sales have accumulated four consecutive months of year-on-year increases. However, even though the increase registered in May was quite significant, it was less than the growth recorded in April, when home sales climbed by 29% year-on-year.

The second hand market and, to a lesser extent, sales of new homes, were responsible for the May increase. Specifically, second hand home sales increased by 26.7% year-on-year, to a total of 29,422 transactions, while sales of new homes increased by 12% year-on-year, to reach a total of 7,003 transactions. ABC news reported that some 89.3% of the homes sold in May were free housing and 10.7% were subsidised housing. Sales of free housing rose by 22.7% in May year-on-year, reaching 32,512 transactions, while sales of subsidised housing rose by 31.7%, to a total of 3,913 transactions. In the first five months of the year, home sales accumulated an increase of 15.8% over the same period of 2015, as a result of the 21.9% increase registered in transactions on second hand homes, as transactions on new housing fell by 3.4%. Month-on-month (May over April), home sales increased by 3.5%, representing the lowest increase registered in this month in the past five years. In May, the highest numbers of home sales per 100,000 inhabitants were registered in the Balearic Islands (159) and La Rioja (155). Andalucía was the region to register most home sales in the fifth month of the year, with 7,013 transactions, followed by Catalonia (5,591), Valencia (5,082) and Madrid (4,952). In contrast, the regions which registered the least home sales transactions in May were La Rioja (380), Navarre (390) and Cantabria (416). In relative terms, home sales rose in all of Spain’s regions except for Navarre, which registered a decline of 20.2% compared with May 2015. The most significant increases were recorded for the Balearic Islands (+70%), La Rioja (+68.9%) and Murcia (+61.8%), while the most minor increases were recorded for Cantabria (+1.7%) and Galicia (+7.8%).

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Located in the popular, former mining village of El Pinar de Bedar, this sizable and rare property was originally built for the one of the mine managers. This spacious 400m2 property boasts some wonderful features and includes 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and the possibility for more bedrooms if wanted, also pool permission would be possible . 200,000€

A large terraced Cortijo located in a pretty hamlet within the district of Lubrin. A 5 minute drive to the village of Rambla Aljibe with a popular Bar/Restaurant and just over 10 minutes from the market town of Lubrin.

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FOR SALE MOJACAR PLAYA Fantastic 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment in Residencial Cumbres 1. The apartment has underground garage, with private parking space and private residents’ pool with grass sunbathing areas around it. Located in very popular area of Mojacar Playa with beautiful, clean, sandy beaches, lots of restaurants, bars, beach bars and local shops, with regular local bus services to Mojacar Pueblo and nearby port of Garrucha and inland town of Vera. The

This fabulous, characterful villa sits in an elevated location with outstanding, panoramic coastal views. Open plan living area with doors to the large wrap around terrace, large private pool. A separate annex with one bed, living room and kitchen. The property boasts 10,000m2 plot of land and is a 5 minute drive from Bedar 444,000€ village.

This unique 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom property is located in the beautiful Mizala valley, minutes from the village of Gaffarillos, 20 minutes from the stunning coastal resort of Agua Amarga in the Cabo de Gata and just 30 minutes from Almeria airport The dwelling consists of two separate 2 bedroom properties, beautiful gardens and a 169,950€ larger than average garage.

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Whilst there is a lot of rumors and concern surrounding the Brexit and what does the future hold, at Calida Homes we still continue to heavily market this beautiful area we live in. We are pleased to say that there are still a volume of enquiries coming in for property here and whilst it might take a little time for things to settle down ultimately we feel that clients will still continue to see Spain as their future holiday or permanent residence. We are actively seeking new listings so please do get in touch if you are looking to sell a property in the Almeria or Murcia regions.

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SM047 NEW LISTING 157,500€

Well appointed detached home on the outskirts of Oria , short drive or walk into town Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms , log burner, private swimming pool , aircon and under floor heating as well as many other extras. In immaculate order and represents good value for money

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Traditional detached cortijo in small hamlet of homes and only a short drive to Arboleas. Features 4 bedrooms , 2 bathrooms , and 800m2 plot. (Option available to buy additional land) Requires some renovation hence the amazing price for such a large quality home, must be viewed to appreciate

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SM050 47,500€ ALBANCHEZ Only 20 mins to Albox

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87,500€

Delightful country villa set on a plot of 143m2 in a beautiful country setting. The property is located just 2 minutes drive from the town of Albanchez which has bars, shops, bank, medical centre etc. The property is in a quiet location and enjoys excellent views of the surrounding countryside. The property comprises of:- 2 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen (fully fitted including white goods), and lounge/diner. Outside there is a good sized patio area for outdoor eating and sunbathing and also included in the price is a Jacuzzi. Viewing is recommended.

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100,000€

Spacious 3 bed 4 bathroom detached traditional cortijo with much charm and character and many original features. Most attractive and desirable location as short drive to the nearest village and just off main access road. This large property offers scope for minor renovation hence the fantastic price. This home comes with many extras including 4 outbuildings, garage and a new fitted kitchen. Set in a small hamlet of country houses in a setting yet so close to amenities. A short drive to the traditional village of Almanzora with all amenities you would require including bars, cafes, medical centre and banks. Only 5 mins drive to the nearest main market town of Albox.

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NEW LISTING 175,000€

Impressive detached villa with elevated views across the valley. Beautiful walled mature garden with BBQ area. Finished to a very high standard with many extras including pellet central heating, built in damp proofing, swimming pool, screened gazebo eating area and a generous plot size of 936m2. Walking distance to local bar and restaurant and only 10 mins drive to Albox. Must be viewed to appreciate.

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400€ PCM RENTAL limaria

Detached villa on a large walled plot of 900m2 Features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, laundry room, logburner, unfurnished and in good order The garden needs some TLC hence the lower rental Close to amenities and school bus route.

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Detached country home on the outskirts of Albox Features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, unfurnished, stunning views, large plot, very private setting yet short drive to all amenities. Available ASAP for long term let, pets welcome.

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July 2016

48% of Spanish Mortgage Holders Believe Their Homes Have Dropped in Value

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home for a higher value than the price they paid for it.

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The Spanish are still not conscious of the decline in housing values, even though they have dropped by an average of 45% since the pre-crisis highs”.

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In fact, the study shows that 52% of Spanish home owners have already paid off their mortgage, while 45% are still paying it, and the Baby boomer generation have the highest percentage of home owners with a mortgage already paid (69%), compared to 39% in the case of both the Millennials and Generation X. Fotocasa’s report was compiled from data collected from an online survey of the portal’s users carried out by Netquest, from some 5,528 questionnaires completed by individuals between the ages of 18 and 65 years. kyero

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Waiting for Paco (With apologies to Samuel Beckett)

Antonio Poyato, sitting on a low mound is trying to take off his boot. He pulls at it with both hands, panting. He gives up, exhausted, rests, tries again. Loco Paco arrives, dust covered and footsore. Paco: Still a long way to go. Shall we travel together? Poyato: Yes, as soon as I take this ruddy boot off and put it on again. Paco surveys the countryside, the Castle of Alqueria is in the far distance. Paco: It’s a vast wilderness out there, completely devoid of humanity. Poyato: Reminds me of my first wife, although she was a very attractive lady but unfortunately not from the front. Loco Paco stares blankly at Poyato, as if someone has forgotten to plug him in. Poyato: Can you smell burning? Paco: Sorry, indigestion. Poyato: Well? Shall we go? Paco: Yes, let’s go. They do not move. Poyato pulls a hip-flask from his pocket, he offers it to Paco. Poyato: Remitroot Whisky Paco? It keeps the demons at bay. Paco looks around for demons with a worried frown. Paco: I don’t like demons. They are always where you don’t expect them. Poyato: How do those people who don’t drink keep their demons at bay Paco? There are people who don’t drink you know! Paco: I know, I remember reading about them somewhere. Poyato: I don’t like sitting on this mound, nature has a habit of making a mad

dash up your trouser leg.

Paco: That’s why I wear gaiters and drink Remitroot whisky. Poyato: Well? Shall we go? Paco: Yes, let’s go. They do not move. Poyato: Do you understand life Paco? Paco: Enough to get by, enough to appear sane if I need anymore I ad-lib. Poyato: That doesn’t make sense Paco. Paco: No nothing does. Paco sighs, a long long sigh. Poyato: You can make a sigh last longer than a Mother-in-Law’s visit. Paco sighs Paco: Antonio?

How long were you married

Poyato:Four hundred and nine years. Can you remember your first love Paco. Paco:

Yes, I still have the receipt.

Poyato shielded his eyes and scanned the blueness of the morning sky. Poyato: There is intelligent life out there in space Paco. What do you think? Paco: Well they haven’t bothered to visit us, that must demonstrate a reasonable level of intelligence. Poyato: We aren’t alone you know! Paco: I know, I have my Saharan Dung Beetle, Benjy. Poyato stares blankly at Loco Paco, as if someone has forgotten to plug him in. Poyato: Back to Alqueria then? Well? Shall we go? Paco: Yes, let’s go. They do not move.

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 - www.daviessolicitors.com RENOUNCING AN INHERITANCE IN FAVOUR OF ANOTHER PERSON CAN BE A VERY EXPENSIVE MISTAKE QUESTION: My brother and I recently inherited a villa in Mojacar worth 400,000€. I agreed with my brother that he keeps the property and I would compensate him. We discussed this with our solicitor and with this as the background agreement, we assisted the notary and we both signed a deed in which I renounced in his favour and he accepted the inheritance of the house, half directly and half due to me renouncing my half in his favour. The solicitor is now saying that the tax office is claiming that, in respect of my half, two taxable transactions have taken place: 1. Inheritance tax on the half to me and 2. a taxable donation to my brother. Is this correct?

ANSWER: I am afraid you have made a very expensive mistake. What the tax office is claiming is correct. In Spain if you renounce and establish the new beneficiaries on the deed then the tax office taxes the transaction twice (inheritance+donation).

The best solution, depending on the way the will was worded, would have been:

Option 1. If the will states that everything goes to the two of you with the right to accrue the other, then you could have signed a full unconditional renunciation to your father’s estate (which is not taxable as long as it is unconditional). In this case the next in line according to the will would have been your brother (without you having to name him, which makes it a donation) who would inherit the complete property directly from your father. Option 2 . If the will stated that you are both the heirs and then as a second step the grandchildren, then solution A. would not work. In this case you should have both inherited as stated on the will and then you could have signed a deed to resolve the joint ownership, which is much cheaper than a donation. The only angle to your situation now would be to speak to the tax office to see if there is any way you can sign a deed of modification at the notary, claiming that you made a mistake.

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.

The Struggle for Supremacy

Her Royal Highness Sayyida al Hurra, Somebody Else’s Cat, resides with us because she wishes it. She regards all other forms of life, including humans, to be inferior, and as such we should know our places. She is the most regal cat I have ever met, and also one of the most intelligent. She is capable of joinedup thinking and forward planning. She knows that ultimately a human is a lot bigger than a cat, even if the cat has superior armaments, so she organises her life to her own convenience without provoking confrontation. Between us there are unwritten but clearly understood rules of behaviour; She doesn’t back down, she simply circumnavigates any situations where a cat/human conflict could occur. However, the other day it all unravelled. It was hot and I needed a sit-down. Specifically in the breeze and the shade, on the recliner chair on the porch. ‘You can’t sit there,’ Pete said. ‘Si is on it.’ ‘I’ll ask her to move.’ ‘You can’t do that!’ ‘Watch me!’ I approached the chair with its incumbent cat with deference. ‘Si’ I said, ‘I want to sit there.’ The chair continued to be full of apparently sleeping cat. ‘I said, I want to sit there. Please get up.’ She raised her head. ‘You may stroke the top of my head.’ I stroked the top of her head. ‘Now please get up.’ She opened her citrus green eyes and stared at me. ‘There are other chairs.’ ‘I want to sit in this one. Get up.

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josbiggs@hotmail.co.uk Please.’ I moved my hand towards her rear end in an encouraging gesture. With the speed of light a paw flashed towards my arm, just stopping short of contact. She narrowed her eyes and fixed me with a death glare of such ferocity that I am surprised that I did not spontaneously combust. ‘How dare you even dream it. Go away.’ ‘I said please.’ We locked eyes. It was clear to me that she had no intention of relinquishing ‘her’ chair, and that in a fist fight she would win, so I employed the advantage of greater body mass. I picked up a cushion and dropped it gently on top of her. ‘Move, or I’ll sit on you.’ I said, thinking that a hornet’s nest would be quite comfortable in comparison. She emerged from underneath the cushion and stalked off, waving her tail. Later I apologised to her and she came and sat on my lap. I was forgiven!

**Strictly Newsflash**Strictly Newsflash**Strictly Newsflash** Hope you are all enjoying the sunshine as the weather starts to warm up. For all our ‘Strictly’ fans out there, the BBC have just released details of three new professionals who will be joining the team this season. They are: Female Russian dancer Katya Jones a past world amateur Latin champion and British National Professional Champion as well as World Professional showdance champion so we should see some class here. Spanish male dancer Gorka Marquez who represented Spain in the World championships and has toured with the fantastic show ‘Burn the Floor’. Also joining is Oksana Platero female Ukrainian born who moved to the US and has been on the American version of ‘Strictly’ dancing with the stars for five years. Bowing out of this season will be Tristan MacManus, Aliona Villani, Kristina Rihanoff, Ola Jordan and sadly Gleb Savchenko. The returning professionals will be Anton Du Beke, Brendan Cole, Kevin Clifton, Pasha Kovalev, Aljaz Skorvanek, Giovanni Pernice, Karen Clifton, Natalie Lowe, Joanne Clifton, Janette Manrara and Oti Mabuse. This looks as if we are 2 couples less than last year? I’ve also heard a whisper that ITVs Judge Rinder is one of the celebrities? Don’t know if it’s true, I guess we’ll have to wait and see but if he is, I would like to see him give Craig a run for his money! We are continuing with our classes (numbers permitting) at the Emerald Isle (Monday evening Rock & Roll 7:30pm), the Country Club (Tuesday Ballroom & Latin 8pm) and the Madhouse (Thursday Ballroom & Latin 8pm) so if you want to polish your dance shoes come and join one of our fun classes. Singles are also always welcome. If you want more information call Lyn on 635 584 431 or 966 188 430 or email strictlydancelyn@gmail.com Until September Keep Dancing!

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2. When she married in 1973 who was Princess Anne?s bridesmaid?.................

World Cup held?............................

3. Which princes last three names are Charles Albert David?.............................

play for?........................................

4. What colour was the suit Diana Spencer wore in her engagement photograph in 1981?..............................

was capped for England at rugby?..

5. What is the name of the Princess Royal’s second husband?......................

6. Which Irish winger was

6. What was Prince Phillips father

electric eel’?..................................

called?...................................................

7. Which League club is nicknamed

7. Which Scottish school did Prince Charles go to?........................................

‘The Chemics’?...............................

8. What did the Queen agree to pay for the first time in 1992?............................

‘The Wires’?................................... family played in a rugby international?................................ 10. Which Moroccan was sent off in his first international for France in 1990?............................................

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5. Timothy Lawrence

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9. Peter Phillips

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5. Which Irish doctor was capped

4. M. J. K. Smith

10. Who interviewed the Princess of Wales when on panorama? ...................

4. Which England cricket captain

5. Kevin O’Flanaghan 10. Abdel Benazzi

9. Who created Princess Elizabeths wedding dress in 1947?..........................

3. Which country did Hugo Porta

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Watermelon and Feta Salad With Serrano Chile Vinaigrette

Method

1 cup olive 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped 1 small shallot, minced 1 serrano chili, stemmed and sliced into small halfrounds salt 1 watermelon, seedless small 1⁄3 lb feta cheese, wedge sliced 1/8 inch thick (about 12 slices) 1 bunch arugula sliced serrano and lime (to garnish)

In a jar with a tig ht-fitting lid, combine olive oil, lime juice, vinegar, thyme, sh allot, and serrano chile. Sh ake well. Season with salt to taste; chill in refrigerator. Remove rind from watermelon and slice flesh in to 3” squares. To assemble sala d, layer one piece of watermel on on one piece of feta. Re peat. Drizzle with vina igrette and garnish with arug ula and sliced serrano chile.

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Bacon Avocado on Toast With and Maple Syrup

Ingredients

6 peaches extra virgin olive oil 2 X 125 g balls of buffalo mozzarella 12 slices of Parma ham 1 lemon sea salt freshly ground black pepper 100 g rocket a few sprigs of fresh mint , leaves picked

Method

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Ingredients

4 slices bread (good, solid and crusty) 2 avocados (ripe and reasonable soft) 1⁄2 lemon (juice of) salt (freshly grounded to taste) pepper (freshly grounded to taste) 8 slices bacon (best, rind removed and cut in half) 4 tablespoons maple syrup

Method

Have the bread slices ready to toast. Peel and stone the avocadoes and mash them roughly and add the lemon juice and season well. Grill or fry the bacon until it is crisp and drain it on paper towels. Toast the bread, divide the avocado mixture between the slices and neatly top with the bacon slices and then drizzle over the maple syrup and serve at once.

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a food diary of what they put on the table. F o o d b e c a m e cheaper – a trend that continues t o d a y . Shopping for food took up just 11 per cent of household i n c o m e in 2000, compared to 24 per cent in 1974. In 1974 only 15 per cent of households owned a freezer and shopping lists included tinned milk pudding and canned peas and potatoes. By 2000, families were buying frozen chips, peas and even cakes. Home cooks moved away from buying raw ingredients to make a meal from scratch towards processed food and takeaways. Out goes lard, lamb chops, corned beef, cucumbers, fresh tomatoes and packs of sugar, while in come skimmed milk, reduced-fat spreads, mineral water and chicken, curries, pies, pasties and puddings. Fewer eggs are eaten in 2000, but sales of crisps and snacks are much higher. Pasta, frozen chips, honey, frozen breaded fish and yoghurt also make more of an appearance. In 1989 households were asked for the first time whether they owned a microwave, and since then the number of ready meals we buy has more than doubled. Environment Secretary Elizabeth Truss said: ‘Food is the heart and soul of our society and this data not only shows what we were eating 40 years ago, but how a change in culture has led to a food revolution. ‘The internet has brought quality produce to our doorsteps, pop-up restaurants are showcasing the latest trends and global cuisines are as common as fish and chips. ‘We can look beyond what, where or how previous generations were eating and pinpoint the moments that changed our habits for good.’ Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk

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In a small bowl, mix the parsley with ½ the garlic and lemon zest, then set aside. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large sauté pan. Throw in the onion and potatoes, cover the pan, then sweat everything for about 5 mins until the onion has softened. Add the remaining oil, garlic and spices, then cook for 2 mins more. Pour over the lemon juice and sizzle for a moment. Add the tomatoes, ½ a can of water and crumble in the stock. Season with a little salt, then cover the pan. Simmer everything for 15-20 mins until the potatoes are just cooked. Stir through the prawns and chickpeas, then nestle the fish chunks into the top of the stew. Reduce the heat and recover the pan, then cook for about 8 mins, stirring very gently once or twice. When the fish is just cooked through, remove from the heat, scatter with the parsley mix, then bring the dish to the table with the bottle of olive oil for drizzling over and some crusty bread, if you want.

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Girl power came out on top when two of the Club’s top lady bowlers reached the final of the very popular 2016 Handicap Singles competition recently played at Indalo. Unlike golf the higher the handicap the better the bowler, with the higher handicap players giving shots to the lower handicaps. 40 bowlers entered and there were some very competitive matches over the course of a few days, played in very hot weather. The outstanding match of the tournament was the semi final played between Maggie Holmes, an ex Spanish squad player and Debbie Colquhoun, a current Spanish squad player (both with a handicap of 9). One spectator said the match was good enough to be “On the telly” and on the last end the score was tied 20 to 20. Maggie had the last wood and managed to get a very kind

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Henrik Stenson says it was the fighting quality of beaten opponent Phil Mickelson at Royal Troon that helped him win his first major. Stenson, 40, hit an eight-under-par 63 - the lowest final-day Open-winning round - to record a tournament record 20-under total and win by three shots. "It was a great match," said the Swede, runner-up to Mickelson in 2013. "I knew he wasn't going to back down at any point and that made it easier. I knew I had to keep on pushing." Stenson, who has had one runner-up finish and four third places in majors, added: "It makes it even more special to beat a competitor like Phil. "He has been one of the best to play the game in the last 20 years, so to come out on top after such a fight with him over these four days is amazing. "He told me earlier in the season I was deserving of a major championship and I said to him, 'You'll probably not like it if you are on the end of it' but I want to thank him for a great couple of days." Stenson, who will climb a place to fifth in the world rankings, had most recently challenged at a major when he finished third behind Rory McIlroy and Mickelson at the 2014 US PGA Championship. While success in majors may have previously eluded Stenson, in 2013 the year Mickelson beat him to The Open title at Muirfield - he became the first man to top the money list on both the American and European orders of merit. "My previous record in majors is not something you want to keep on hearing, but I just felt like this was going to be my turn," added the man from Gothenburg, who now lives in Florida. Magnanimous Mickelson The American was not surprised to see Stenson lift the Claret Jug. "I'm happy for Henrik," said the 46-year-old. "He's really a great champion. "We've been friends for some time. I've always thought that he is one of the best ball-strikers in the game and that major championships are perfectly suited for him.

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