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OURISTS in Tenerife can rest assured they can enjoy their holiday without the fear of Mount Teide erupting or any major earthquake! This is the message being relayed by tourism chiefs through the Canary Islands Institute for Volcanology (INVOLCAN) following “misleading” reports in the UK press. According to some of the national media in Britain, Mount Teide is “about to blow” at any time and if it does, could produce a major tsunami which could even swamp London. This, says INVOLCAN, is NOT the case. Everything is normal, there is no need to panic, enjoy your stay in Tenerife and certainly don’t cancel your break! A statement issued by the monitoring organisation assured: “Tenerife is an oceanic active volcanic island and as a typical active vo-
lcanic system, has background seismic activity related to its volcanism. Seismic swarms are common in active volcanoes even during dormant periods, and Tenerife is currently experiencing a period of dormant volcanic activity. “ “The volcano-monitoring programme on Tenerife follows the highest international standards using permanent networks of instruments, as well as periodic scientific campaigns of observation. These instruments enable us to monitor the seismicity, gas emissions and ground deformation with an unprecedented level of detail.” “Therefore, volcanism makes Tenerife Island an attractive tourist destination and the existence of a
Police crackdown on south robberies
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OLICE in the south of Tenerife have arrested seven people for stealing from tourists.
The men, aged between17 and 54, are believed to be responsible for nine robberies at eight different holiday resorts in the San Miguel de Abona and Granadilla districts. The investigation began in early September when there was a slight upsurge in robberies in the area. Police discovered two separate groups were at work, unconnected with one another. The first one homed in on properties along a poorly lit coastal road in Los Abrigos where balconies are low and
at some times, doors of rooms were left open. They also forced open the bars and cafeterias of hotels and holiday complexes at night. The second investigation concluded with the arrest of two men aged 45 and 23 who broke into tourist bedrooms, stealing mainly money and electronic objects such as mobiles and laptops. “Security cameras, different eyewitness accounts of the events, as well as the collection of reports of Civil Guard service patrols have been very useful for both investigations,” said a police spokesman.
multidisciplinary programme for its volcanic surveillance, following the guidelines of the International Association of Volcanology and Chemistry of the Earth’s Interior (IAVCEI), also makes Tenerife a safe tourist destination.” “In addition to the volcanomonitoring programme, Tenerife island - as well as the other oceanic active volcanoes in the Canaries - counts on a Special Plan of Civil Protection and Emergency Response for Volcanic Risk in the Canary Islands (PEVOLCA) to respond to any kind of volcanic emergency. “ “According to the indications of PEVOLCA, the volcano alert level is currently in GREEN position, the lowest one; therefore, people can carr y out their activities normally.” *Always prepared if an emergency did happen. See inside.
Woman dies in fire MEDICS COULD NOT SAVE WOMAN’S LIFE
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woman died after fire broke out in a basement of a property in the Verónicas area of Playa de las Américas.
Crews from Santa Cruz and San Miguel de Abona were called out following an emergency call just before 10pm. The person who raised the alert had spotted smoke coming from the basement in calle Francisco Andrade Fumero. The woman was found inside and rescued but there was nothing medics could do to save her life.
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USINESS leaders in the south of Tenerife are once again calling for greater investment in the road network.
THE Circle of Entrepreneurs and Professionals of the South says the thousands of people who use the local roads don’t deserve “unfair treatment”. The organisation is calling on the Canary Government to make Tenerife, especially the tourist south, a priority and allocate more money to get road projects finished and routes improved. CEST also wants the Government to publish details of the daily average intensity of vehicle traffic, as well as the accident rate on the islands’ roads and the time of travel in short distances (10-20 kilometres) . Its president Roberto Ucelay says a full mobility study should also be carried out. The group contends that further delays in road projects will harm the island’s economy. Priorities should include the Chafiras-Oroteanda link, the third lane of the TF-1 between San Isidro and Armeñime, the completion of the island ring and the Los Cristianos link. Lighting and landscaping also needs attention, says CEST.
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Puerto backs defence of women with full programme
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
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UERTO de la Cruz is staging more than a dozen activities in support of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.
The local council’s department of equality is coordinating the programme which includes the reading of a manifesto and a march. There will also be cultural events, entertainment and education with the aim of reaching a broad social group. The slogan is “If you control you assault”. The Mayor, Lope Afonso said not only the administration but the whole society in general must be aware of the “importance of reclaiming the figure of women” and convey the message that “women have everything they need to have to be, in first person, protagonist of the social life of the municipality and our community in general.” Councillor for equality, Diana Mora said the evolution of social networks was positive but has also generated a “new way of exercising violence and different types of harassment”. “That is why from the
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administrations it is our obligation to prevent them, detect and eradicate them, hence the importance of the slogan” If you control you assault, “ she said. Activities have already started but there are still events to come. On Wednesday November 15th, from 9.30am to 12.30am, the National Association of Gender Cyberviolence (ANCIVIG), will give the “Seminar on the Prevention of Gender-based Violence” at the Business Initiatives Centre of Puerto de la Cruz (CIE) ). On Friday November 17th, the exhibition will open: “Portuenses women. Ten names for history “ at the Popular University. On Tuesday, November 21st at noon in the Plenary Hall of the City, there will be a talk on risk prevention and gender violence in the use of internet and social networks and at 7pm, the evaluation
of the First Conference on Coexistence and Gender in Diversity at the Popular University. O n Friday, November 24th, the manifesto will be read on the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and there will be a minute’s silence at the doors of the council in memory of the victims of gender. On Saturday November 25th, Puerto will celebrate the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women in the municipality of La Orotava
where the II March against the domestic violence will be held and there will be an extensive programme of activities from 10am to 1pm. The last week of the month will begin with the Reading Club “La Ranilla” at 8pm on Monday 27, and on Tuesday 28, from 5pm to 8pm, activities will continue with the games workshop and non-sexist toys at the Popular University. Finally, on Thursday the 30th, at 6pm at the AA.VV. de Las Dehesas will be given the talk: “The image of immigrant women in the media” by Magdalena Piñeyro.
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The Association received the award in recognition of the invaluable altruistic and volunteer work that has been practised in Los Realejos since 2004. The full council unanimously approved the proposal of the councillor for security and emergencies, Noelia González earlier this year. The Mayor of Los Realejos, Manuel Domínguez, highlighted the “well-deserved recognition of the people of Los Realejos to so many women and men who have dedicated their time, their enthusiasm and their efforts to ensure the safety of their residents.” Noelia Gonzalez said this was the first time that the corporation had awarded this distinction to a collective of the municipality and it was very welldeserved.
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Pick up your Domestic violence again dog’s mess, condemned after woman found council urges! strangled in wardrobe
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EL FRAILE TRAGEDY DEPLORED
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NOTHER case of shocking domestic violence left residents of the southern town of El Fraile, near Las Galletas, totally stunned.
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COD de los Vinos is urging pet owners to respect the environment and make sure they pick up their dog’s mess in parks, streets and public gardens. “It is about raising awareness to end the presence of dog faeces on public roads due to the lack of civility of some owners of these pets who forget to deposit the excrement in the garbage and in the places indicated for it,” said a council spokesman. The council says it has detected that a significant number of residents do not accompany their dogs during
the walk, which has an implication both on safety and cleanliness. An appeal has also been made to stop this practice, together with a warning that it is an offence which can lead to fines. “The owner of a dog or any other animal should take care of the municipality where they live in the same way as they care for their pet,” said the spokesman.
The murder of the 28-year-old woman, allegedly strangled, has been deplored by women’s groups battling this problem and by Arona council which observed a silence in her memory as did other authorities. Both the victim and a man who was later arrested, aged around 45, were from Cuba. The woman’s body was reportedly found wrapped in a carpet and hidden inside a wardrobe at 4am. Police confirmed she had suffered a violent death but there had apparently been no previous reports of any trouble or incidents. She had been working as a waitress in the cafeteria of a petrol station in the south of Tenerife before taking up a job here as a doctor as she was awaiting the arrival of her professional papers. Police were alerted to a possible tragedy by the woman’s family in Los Cristianos who were concerned for her welfare. The woman’s six-year-old boy was taken into care by her family. The wanted man was arrested in La Laguna, reportedly on his way to catch a flight at the north airport. Spanish newspapers say the woman had been living, legally, in Tenerife for about a year but her partner had only joined her a month ago. They lived in rented accommodation in El Fraile. Deploring this latest death, sub-delegate of the Government in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Guillermo Díaz said there had been four deaths due to domestic violence in the Canaries this year. She has urged all residents of the Canaries to continue to report any suspicions of domestic violence via 016 or 112. “Good prevention is the best thing that can be done in these cases,” he said. The accused man has already made a preliminary appearance before a magistrate. Following the death, Arona council immediately called two days of mourning with representatives expressing their sorrow and consternation. All their activities were suspended for 48 hours from 6pm on November 1st and flags flew at half-mast as a sign of mourning. As a sign of support for the victim’s relatives and in order to publicly express the condemnation of the Arona people to this crime and all forms of sexist violence, citizens were invited to join in a protest and minute of silence in the town hall square of Arona last Thursday.
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Tenerife suffers a major volcanic quake BUT it’s only a scenario!
New citizen and tourist office in Santiago del Teide proving its worth
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ANTIAGO del Teide has become the venue for the first of a new kind of offices which provides attention for both tourists and local people alike.
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ENERIFE suffered a major seismic quake recently, leaving a number of people dead, others injured and properties destroyed.
Fortunately, it was all a mocked up scenario, aimed at testing the island’s emergency plan and seeing how the various services would cope if this really happened. The event, which had taken two months to plan, involved some 300 members of the Government of the Canary Islands, the State, Tenerife Cabildo de Tenerife and the local council of El Rosario
where the scenario was set. The exercise involved the Emergency and Salvage Group (GES), the Canar y Emergency Service (SUC), the Autonomous Police, the CECOES 112, the Militar y Emergency Unit (UME) ), the National Police and its unit with search dogs, the Civil Guard with the Mountain Rescue and Intervention Group and traffic agents. Also participating were the
BRIFOR and firefighters of the Cabildo de Tenerife, the Local Police and Civil Protection of El Rosario and the Red Cross, as well as members of the School of Psychology and the College of Architects of Santa Cr uz de Tenerife. In the simulation, a group belonging to the Portuguese army was also present as observers. “The exercise was raised on the assumption of a seismic movement of volcanic origin that causes damage to buildings and infrastructure, with deaths, injuries of varying
consideration and evacuations,” said a spokesman. “The simulation has served to evaluate numerous aspects of the Civil Protection system, such as the Rosario Municipal Plan, school evacuation plans, the validity of the infrastructures for housing, development of the emergency management structure for multiple victims in different areas , as well as the organisation of radiocommunications in emergency, coordination of action groups and to exercise specific techniques of rescue, debris and search.”
New office space offered for budding entrepreneurs
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The initiative follows an agreement signed in June between the Ministry of the Interior, through the General Directorate of the Civil Guard and the local council of Santiago del Teide. The office is known as a SATE, the first Canarian office of personalised and integral assistance. “It not only pays attention to the tourist but also serves the population in general who may be the victim of any infraction,” a spokesman explained. The office is located in the Local Police Headquarters and will remain open, according to the agreement signed, from October to March, from Monday to Friday and from noon to 6pm, since it is the time of year when the greatest number of complaints occur. This SATE office has an
agent of the Civil Guard who is accompanied by a staff emmber and interpreter, hired by the council, who provide assistance to international tourists in their language. In addition, they advise you on procedures such as the cancellation of credit cards, filing of complaints, contact with the embassy or consulate, location of a relative, among other procedures. The Mayor, Emilio Navarro said the need for this office had already been proven in the first month. “It’s an important breakthrough and goes one step further in terms of security as well as providing the local citizen and tourist with direct and specialised attention to continue being one of the touristic municipalities of the Canary Islands with the lowest delinquency rates ,” he said.
Fire in abandoned house
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UERTO de la Cruz has opened the deadline for applications for the business incubator offices and positions in the coworking space of the Centre of Business Initiatives (CIE), located on the top floor of the Municipal Market.
The CIE will make available to local entrepreneurs a total of eight independent offices and a shared use space (coworking office), with capacity to accommodate between ten and 20 coworkers. The offices will be available for a price of between 100 and 200 euros per month, while settling in the coworking space will cost between 40 and 60 euros per month, depending on whether it is for part-time or full-time. All those entrepreneurs who want to start up their business project, as well as small and medium-sized local businesses with less than a year of life, who do not have the fixed facilities in the municipality, and who meet the other requirements, will be able to apply. A municipal technical commission will be in charge of assessing the business projects presented and of raising a proposal for the awarding of the offices and positions of the coworking space. The selected entrepreneurs can stay in the CIE for a maximum period of 18 months, in the case of being a contractor of a local, and 30 months, in the case of being a coworker. In both cases, council may grant an extension of the term of stay for a maximum period of six months. All documentation related to this call is available at the website of the City Council website (www.puertodelacruz.es).
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HE fire crew from Icod de los Vinos park and volunteers from the municipality were called out to put out a blaze in a house in San Juan de la Rambla. The service was requested by a caller who reported a large amount of smoke coming out of an abandoned house. The crews discovered that the smoke was coming from the empty property in various places with stubble surrounding it. The fire was put out and the house ventilated. Members of the Local Police were also present.
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Massive 6.7 million euro investment planned for tourist zones in Santiago del Teide
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ANTIAGO del Teide council and Tenerife Cabildo will invest 6.7 million euros in the improvement of the tourist space.
Six projects are planned under the programmes of Improvement of the Tourist Product, Tenerife and the Sea or the Strategy and Regeneration of the Tourist Space of the MEDI-FDCAN scheme. Cabildo president, Carlos Alonso, accompanied by the Mayor, Emilio Navarro, the Minister of Tourism, Alberto Bernabé and different members of the municipal corporation, visited the main tourist areas of Santiago del Teide to know about the sites where the main actions will be developed. Currently, the projects of the La Hondura avenue and the Punta Negra-La Gaviota avenue are in the tender period, which, together with the improvement of the tourist zones in Playa de la Arena, will represent an important qualitative leap for the destination of Santiago del Teide. The first of the planned works in the tourist area of Santiago del Teide is the La Hondura promenade, an action that has a budget of 1.2 million euros and is currently in the tender period. This project will allow the cons-
truction of a continuous promenade in the area of La Hondura that will revalue the tourist enclave of Los Gigantes. This new coastal promenade will run between the current Las Bajas seafront and the Mirador del Roque and will connect both routes. Specifically, and in those areas where the cliff allows it, cantilevered viewpoints made with metal structures will be executed, as specified in the project. Banks, bins as well as signalling and lighting elements will be placed along the entire route. Finally, the whole set will be embellished with the planting of different plant species. Also, the planned work between Punta Negra Avenue and La Gaviota, which has an investment of more than 1,036,042 euros, is in tender. The urbanisation project includes the improvement and redefinition of a large section of the maritime avenue of Playa de La Arena and its intersection with Calle Alfonso Ferrer through a roundabout. The improvement of the connections with Punta Negra and Ana María streets is also contemplated.
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ET another rescue has had to be carried out in the Masca barranco, the scene of two recent fatalities.
Tenerife fire brigade has been urging visitors to the famous beauty spot to take exta special care because of the difficult conditions. Both recent fatalities happened when hikers slipped and fell down the ravine. In this latest incident, a 70-year-old German woman had to be airlifted by the emergency helicopter. She hurt her leg after a fall and was reached by firefighters before the airlift to hospital. Her injury was described as moderate.
TWO FATAL ACCIDENTS A DAY APART
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HERE were two fatal accidents just a day apart in two of the Canary Islands.
As well as improving the area, it is hoped to slowdown traffic on the main road and complete a tourist walk circuit. The works also include sidewalks, landscaping, street furniture and lighting. Shortly, the first phase of the Flor de Pascua street improvement project will also be put out to tender, with a budget of 1,609,752 euros. In this case, the idea is to promote the pedestrian use of public spaces and its road network to make them more attractive and revitalise commercial activity taking into account the provision of parking, improving existing equipment and the urban environment. The project proposes the revitalisation of the existing
Car plunges 20 metres down ravine
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IREFIGHTERS had to release a person trapped in this vehicle after it plunged down a hillside in Tenerife.
ANOTHER RESCUE IN MASCA BARRANCO
The accident happened on the TF5 motorway in the area of the island ring between Genovés and La Vega and involved two vehicles. The 112 service received a report that there had been a collision between two cars and one of them had plummeted about 20 metres down a ravine. Firefighters from Icod de los Vinos and the volunteer crew went to the scene and released one of the occupants. It is understood two people were hurt in the crash, one a 51-year-old man, the other a 52-year-old woman, but not critically.
free spaces, both in the Buganvilla square and in the Guíos beach, to generate a pedestrian path that connects them. This section will have a green space that will assume the function of a buffer against traffic. Flor de Pascua and Poblado Marinero streets will become pedestrian streets, with a restricted traffic lane. Wide sidewalks, new street furniture and vegetation will contribute to increase the urban and environmental quality of the area. The access to the beach of Los Guíos and the slope stabilisation in the La Vigilia ravine and the Sirena street rewards have already drafted projects. These actions will involve an investment of 398,728 and 50,000 euros, respectively. Finally, and still pending consensus with Costas, is the project to improve the beach of La Arena, with an estimated budget of 2.4 million euros. This action includes the recover y of the public domain and the creation of a grand-stand that connects the beach with the promenade area. Traffic and parking will be restricted and the beach will be provided with public services, changing rooms and a Red Cross post.
A 65-year-old man died in La Palma and a 48-yearold woman in Gran Canaria. The first was a car driver, the second a motorcyclist. In the first incident, the 112 emergency control centre received a call saying a car had plunged about three metres down a mountain road in the municipality of San Andrés y Sauces. He was declared dead at the scene. In the second fatal accident, the 48-year-old woman came off her motorcycle on the GC-550 in Agüimes. She was found to be in cardiorespiratory arrest and despite prolonged advanced resuscitation attempts, she could not be saved.
MAN DROWNS OFF FUERTEVENTURA BEACH
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man is believed to have drowned whilst swimming in the ocean in Fuerteventura.
Other visitors enjoying Playa Esmerald in Pájara realised the man was in trouble and managed to get him out of the water. However, he was found to be in cardiorespiratory arrest . The rescuers started resuscitation techniques and these were continued when emergency medics arrived on the scene and then in an ambulance. Sadly, the man could not be revived and was declared dead. The tragedy happened in the late afternoon. The man’s age and nationality were not released by the emergency services.
BALES OF HASHISH FOUND ON BEACH
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OLICE were called in after bales of drugs were found washed up on a popular beach in the north of Tenerife.
A person out walking discovered the packets and alerted the authorities as he suspected they contained drugs. The discovery happened on the beach of Draguillo in Taganana. The bales had either been dumped or hidden or had been thrown into the ocean to await collection on the beach. The bales contained 31 kilos and 295 grams of hashish. Investigations are continuing.
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Arona dims the lights to protect important species of bird
SHEARWATER CAMPAIGN
The species is most vulnerable in October and November and when they fall, they are either never found, run over, attacked by dogs and cats or die due to lack of food. Eighty per cent of the juveniles that fall dazzled in Tenerife are in Arona, Adeje, Guía de Isora and Santiago del Teide, coinciding with the coastal areas and tourist centres. Arona’s environment coun-
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RONA council is to take exceptional measures to help protect a threatened species of seabird whose young are often dazzled by light and lose their lives. The shearwater is considered so important that the authority has pledged to turn off the lights of sports centres at 10pm and reduce the intensity of lights in commercial areas at night. A campaign is also being launched to explain to people about the risks baby shear-waters face, what to do if they find an injured bird and how they can help generally. Figures show that Arona registers the greatest number of dead baby shearwaters during this time of year when they leave their nests and try to head out to sea. More than
600 became disorientated by lights in 2016, particularly in the tourist zones, and suffered a fall. The Cinderella Shearwater (Calonectris diomedea) appears in the Red Book of the Birds of Spain as vulnerable and, in the National Catalogue of Threatened Species, as “of special interest”. This species, which only goes to the coast to reproduce, has chosen the Canary Islands as a breeding place and, specifically, in the cliffs, ravines and central areas of all of Tenerife, with outstanding breeding colonies in the southern areas.
cillor Yurena Garcia said there was a high level of understanding in the municipality thanks to previous awareness campaigns but she stressed more could still be done. To this end during this prime period, the intensity of the lights in the tourist and commercial areas will be reduced by 40 per cent from midnight. Various training days have been held with represen-
tatives of the tourist sector and a meeting held with hotels. Posters in English and Spanish are being put up to help explain the situation to clients. The council is turning off the lights of sports centres and football fields in the municipality, including the Antonio Dominguez Stadium and its annex, from 10pm. So what should be done if a wounded shearwater is
LA LAGUNA CALLS FOR URGENT ACTION
“Deficiencies” for patients and staff at University Hospital must be rectified
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found or on the ground? The first thing is to put it in a box with holes, do not give it food or water and call 112, where you will be advised of the site to deliver the bird to or send someone to pick it up. It can also be delivered directly to the L ocal Police or Civil Protection. Staff from the La Tahonilla Wildlife Recovery Centre will pick up the bird and transfer it to the centre for a veterinary review.
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A Laguna council has put its weight behind calls for better services and equipment at the University Hospital of the Canaries.
An urgent plea has been forwarded to the Canar y Government demanding “a solution to the multiple deficiencies and personnel” at the HUC. The call was made during the council’s most recent plenary session and received support from both the government team and all the parties in the opposition.
First deputy Mayor Mónica Martín said they were able to agree on a document with a list of demands personally collected in collaboration with staff at the main hospital centre of the municipality and their union representatives. Mónica Martín said she valued this “high level of consensus and support” for the call whose objective was “to
enable the strategic and historical needs of the HUC to be met once and for all.” These demands range from deficits in equipment - anesthesia machines, ultrasound scanners, electro-scalpels, stopwatches, surgical motors, surgical instrument boxes, radiology surgical arch and so on - to the debt of around of 70,000 hours per year that the Ministry of Health has with the workers of the hospital. The first deputy Mayor also pointed out that, at the
personnel level, other relevant issues are also pending, such as the ratification of the collective agreement or the consolidation of 569 posts both in the HUC organisational staff and in the budgets of the Ministry of Health itself. But it is the investments directly linked to the quality of the service that citizens receive that, according to the motion approved in the plenary of La Laguna, demand a response of an urgent nature. This is, in this case, the expansion and updating of the Central Laboratory and the Hospital Pharmacy; the renovation work of the hospital kitchesn; the transfer of the Microbiology Laboratory; the rehabilitation and improvement of the hospitalisation plants; the increase in the workforce of physiotherapists; and the equipment of the scanner already bid for. Monica Martin said she was confident that this institutional pronouncement expressed in the plenary hall of the City Council of La Laguna “will be taken care of by the Regional Executive” and that the problems that accumulate in the hospital “finally receive the solution that both their workers and its users in general demand.”
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Santa Cruz calls for proper policy on homelessness
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ANTA Cruz is once again calling on the Canary Government to formulate “an effective strategy for the homeless”.
The city council wants the new Minister of Social Policy, Cristina Válido to make it a matter of priority and says she must get together with local corporations to find “a response to this phenomenon.” Seventh deputy mayor and councillor of social care of Santa Cruz, Óscar Garci’a said it was effectively being left to local authorities to deal with homeless people who had no work and no money. Santa Cruz was one of the municipalities represented when a meeting was held on the issue, together with the councils of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, La Laguna and Telde. He recalled that they met with Tenerife Cabildo and the Canary Government more than a year ago to set the foundations for a joint strategy on homelessness in the archipelago. Since then, however, there had been no progress so new actions had to be taken with urgency over a problem which “will not just disappear” and had to be taken very seriously. Sr. Garcia said: “We need more than a diagnosis, we need to establish a model of effective coordination of services and resources at regional, island and municipal levels dedicated to the care of homeless people.” “ We have waited too long for the new Law on Social Services and for a clear definition of the portfolio or catalogue of services to which the citizens are legitimately entitled; and without those tools it is difficult to advance, “ he argued. He said they recognised “the will of the Government in this new stage of budgeting social policy but it is still essential to redefine the current model, management procedures and the pending issue of coordination among all.”
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Woman falls from boat
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58-year-old woman had to be taken to hospital after she fell off a boat in Santa Cruz. The emergency services were called to the Dársena docks in the late afternoon after being alerted to the accident. The woman suffered a moderate chest trauma and was treated at the scene before being taken to the University Hospital of the Canary Islands.
Tourists and hotels urged to play their part in “Puerto Recycles”
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UERTO de la Cruz has pledged its commitment to becoming a world leader in recycling by launching the second phase of an ambitious project. “Plan 70/20: El Puerto Recicla” (“Plan 70/20: Puerto Recycles”) aims to improve the selective collection rates of the tourist municipality so that by 2020, a 70 per cent ratio of reuse and recycling will be achieved.
The big difference for Puerto is that it wants to achieve these recycling targets ten years earlier, in 2020, rather than the 2030 set by the European Commission. The priority will be the hotel sector and actions will be
carried out aimed at citizens and the educational community. Details of the second phase to be launched in the coming weeks were revealed at a press conference. The initiative is being promoted by the council’s general services department in collaboration with the Government of the Canary Islands, Tenerife Cabildo, Ecoembes, Ashotel and Ecovidrio, managed by the Canarias Recicla Foundation. Those present included the Mayor, Lope Afonso; councillor for general services, works and industry, Ángel Montañés; the Chief of Service of the Environment and Sustainability Area of the Cabildo, Alejandro Molowny; the Director General of the Canarias Recicla Foundation, Carlota Cruz; the Manager of the Canary Islands Ecovidrio, Jorge Lorenzo; and the Vice President of Ashotel for the north, Enrique Talg.
The Mayor highlighted what it means for Puerto de la Cruz to participate and promote, along with the other actors involved, in a project of this importance. “It places us at the forefront of tourism destinations in terms of management, work and research in the generation of waste,” he said. Sr. Montañés said that the main concerns that the authority had when starting the mandate were “debt and sustainability, hence the first phase of the project.” ”In this second phase, we will re-examine what is happening in the different hotel establishments where we acted in the first phase to correct those issues that have not been corrected until now,” he explained. “ We will also add new actions that will address the citizenship in general and the educational group.” The Director General of the Canarias Recicla Foundation,
Carlota Cruz, explained that this stage will continue to give priority to the actions of the hotel and extrahotel sector, given the “importance of the tourist population in the generation of waste in the city.” To this end, it will continue to carry out formative and informative visits that will allow “to identify what are the problems that the sector is facing and to subsequently select a battery of innovative proposals that contribute to reverse the situation, transforming this territory and convert it into an example of sustainable waste management “. During the visit, in addition, the establishments will be informed about the new waste ordinance that Puerto council wants to approve soon. These actions will be complemented by tailor-made trainings for each establishment, with prizes, with the objective of “publicly recognising those hotels and apartments that register the best recycling
figures, rewarding their environmental commitment and putting in value the actions carried out,” stressed Carlota Cruz. In this sense, the vice president for the northern area of Ashotel, Enrique Talg, affirmed that the hotel sector is the “main actor that generates waste by its volume”. He advocated encouraging tourists to deal with waste as they would do at home. Another of the fundamental aspects of this project is the correct treatment of glass. For this, Ecovidrio is actively involved in the project with the aim of making citizens understand that “recycling a container helps the environment,” said Ecovidrio’s Canarias Manager, Jorge Lorenzo. In the first phase of Puerto Recycles, the organisers worked with 70 accommodation establishments, both hotels and apartments and 496 businesses in the central area.
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Loro Parque honours Belgian company with prestigious award
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HE presidential office of the Canary Government hosted Loro Parque´s award ceremony ‘Premio Gorila 2016’, during which the company Versele-Laga was awarded with this prestigious recognition.
This Belgian corporation is an internationally known manufacturer of high-quality food and care brands for animals and pets. This annual award ceremony, celebrating its 14th edition, aims to recognise exceptional performance, environmental responsibility and active implementation of the strategies towards the sustainable use of resources. President of Loro Parque, Wolfgang Kiessling, stressed the importance of Versele-Laga’s work, as the company sponsors Loro Parque Fundación in their efforts dedicated to the conservation of biodiversity. Versele-Laga’s principles match exactly with the philosophy of Loro Parque and that is something that is highly important in a world where human population is increasing disproportionately to the amount of the natural resources. As a consequence, the natural habitats of the many wild animals are quickly deteriorating leading to the disappearance of many of these species. There is more than one reason why Versele-Laga has been awarded with ‘Premio Gorila 2016’, whose representative, Mr. Lode Versele assessed to be “really proud to be one of the main sponsors of Loro Parque Fundación’” and told the attendees how “Loro Parque’s vision about the conservation of nature was aligned to that of their company”. Versele-Laga, which has been collaborating with Loro Parque Fundación for 15 years, considers the labour of scientists and of those who love and dedicate their efforts to nature as key for its preservation. Among many other initiatives, the company has also been supporting foundation financially as a way of contributing to their cause.
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WO Spaniards aged 31 and 29 have been arrested by police in connection with three robberies in La Laguna.
The pair tried to evade detection by throwing some valuable jewels which were part of a 9,000 euro haul down the drain and cutting up notes. The two suspects are believed to have been responsible for the theft of 20,000 euros during a robbery with violence in La Laguna. One of the two Spaniards ran up to a car which was stationary at a roundabout, opened the door, struggled with the driver and made off with a rucksack containing the cash. The bag also contained 9,050 euros worth of
jewellery from a well-known store in Tenerife. The suspect then escaped in a car which had earlier been reported stolen from the south and was later found burnt out. The pair also carried out a robbery in a house in La Laguna, also getting away with jewellery. Some of the stolen items and part of the cash was recovered despite the pair’s attempts to dispose of them. It has not been specified whether the two Spaniards are men, women or a man and woman though they were described by police as a pair.
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How you can help Cats’ Protection Tenerife
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HERE is a long-held misconception that cats need to be able to roam outdoors to be happy, but, with all the kitty luxuries available today, it makes the great outdoors just seem a little less … great.
Today’s indoor felines seemingly have it made. As an added bonus, indoor cats potentially have longer life spans, because they’re less likely to be exposed to cars, predators and some diseases than outdoor cats. You can enrich your indoor cats’ lives by giving them some space. Everyone needs a little spot to call their own, so you could create them a place that provides them with privacy. Many cats like to play, and every indoor cat should have lots of toys. If you’re a cat owner, chances are there are claw marks on something in your home. Cats love to scratch, so you could provide them with multiple scratching surfaces. Make sure there’s a room with a view. Open the blinds on a few windows in your house, so your cat can observe the outdoor goings-on. Most importantly, be sure to treat your kitty to a lot of one-on-one time with you. Whether it’s playing, petting, grooming or just hanging out, your cat will be happy he’s spending time with you. Adoptions Please consider adopting a kitten/cat from us. All our cats awaiting adoption can be seen on our website at www.cats-
welfare-tenerife.com/pets. Ring or Whatsapp Sharon on 6625 24006 (seven days a week 9-6pm), or Sandra (Spanish and German) after 6pm, on 6712 82773. Message us on Facebook, or contact us on our website www.cats-welfare-tenerife.com. All kittens go on a week’s trial, in your home, so you can be sure you’ve made the right decision. If you adopt two kittens together, kitten injections, micro-chips and neutering is FREE for the second kitten. Adopt a black kitten, or two, and both kittens receive the above treatments, free of charge! Foster carers needed We do not have a refuge, so we urgently need people who are willing to foster kittens who are too young to be adopted, but need a safe place to stay until they are old enough to go to a forever home. Also, cats recovering from surgery, illness or injury need somewhere to recuperate. We provide all the essentials for your foster cat: litter, food, litter tray, beds etc, and all veterinary bills are covered. We advertise and find them homes, so you do not need to do this. Please contact us if you feel you can help. Our shop We always need cat food, litter, old newspapers, sheets, towels, bedding etc for the cats and kittens in our care, and also good quality/condition items for sale in our shop. Items in good condition can be dropped into the shop on San Blas, Golf del Sur (behind Hiperdino). It is open seven days a
week, 10-6pm, Saturdays 10-4pm. If you don’t have transport, or have large, bulky items such as furniture and household effects to donate, please ring Mark on 636590557, and he will arrange collection from you. Tiddles & Winks Available to adopt this week from Yaiza vet, Los Cristianos (close by to the language school,) two very cute, friendly kittens. Tiddles is mainly white and female, while Winks is black with a frosting of white and is male. They both have had their first kitten injection and love to play together so a home for both would be great, but they can be separated if you only want to adopt 1. All black kittens receive kitten injection, microchip and neutering FREE. PHOTO ID WILL BE REQUIRED TO ADOPT THESE KITTENS. All kittens are adopted with a week’s trial in your home. Go along to see these cuddly two during the normal working hours or Contact Sharon whatsapp. 662524006.
Author remembers the Your help needed by Acción del Sol forgotten footballer
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UTHOR and frequent visitor to Tenerife, John Riddle, has launched the first of his two new books in time for Christmas.
The subject of “Man of Honour – The Forgotten Footballer” is former Hartlepool United midfielder John Honour who played more than 100 times for the club and now lives in Puerto Colon. The book traces John Honour’s life from the muddy fields of Horden where he and his four brothers played, including “Mr. Hartlepool United” Brian Honour, to the golden beaches of Puerto Colon. John Riddle told our reporter, “I wanted to write about a player, one of the millions of forgotten men, who never reached the dizzy heights of the Premier League and give readers some insight into the grassroots of the beautiful game”. The foreword for the limited edition book has been written by John Honour’s friend, Asa Hartford of Manchester City and Scotland. But the book isn’t just about football it about life as Mr. Riddle explained. “I try to weave different aspects of life into my books and in John Honour’s case have included tin baths in front of a coal fire, the primitive toilet facilities including cutting up newspapers to use as toilet paper, long before Andrex and even a fire at the Victoria Ground, as it was in those days”. This year John Riddle has produced books on “A history of Hartlepool Transport”, “Hartlepool Pubs”, “The Destiny of Sir William Gray’s Ships” and one called “Extra Time” about sports stars in prison and he is officially retired! John explained, “When you retire it doesn’t mean you have to stagnate. I know I am not a famous author, my books will never sell millions, but I enjoy writing, it’s my hobby. All the profits from my books go to local charities and that’s good enough for me”. Someone once said, “Everyone has a book in them” adding “in most cases that’s where it should stay”. John Riddle obviously does not agree. “It has been suggested that not all stories are worth telling and not everyone can tell their story. I have found that people are interested in many things and if I weave into my books, history, and people, it is of interest to readers”, concluded John. “Man of Honour – the Forgotten Footballer” is available in November direct from the author, johnriddle12@yahoo.co.uk or John Honour in the Hop and Grapes lounge bar in Puerto Colon, Tenerife.
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HREE dogs were recently brought into the refuge from Arona in appalling conditions.
Their fur was so badly matted that it was difficult to see that they were actually dogs. Needless to say, we immediately had them clipped and bathed and they are on their way to recovery. We find it unbelievable that people were so callous and cruel to the many dogs that arrive at our refuge. We really hope we can find these dogs good homes to help them forget their horrendous past.
FESTIVE HELP Accion del Sol would like to ask our friends and supporters to help us out in the run up to Christmas.
We have 222 dogs, one small pony and a donkey at the refuge and we would like to give everyone of them with your help a Christmas present to make them feel special and loved. We are asking for you to donate treats, toys , dental sticks or tins of dog food for our Christmas campaign. Donations can be taken to the refuge at the below opening times. Please include your name so we know who kindly donated the items. Your support would be greatly appreciated by us and definitely by the many dogs in our care, especially by some of the dogs that have spent most of their lives at the refuge through no fault of their own.
CALL US Please do call the refuge on 922778630 if you can help in any way. We are always in need of tinned dog food for our older dogs, blankets, towels, sheets, dog toys, and collars and leads. If you have any of the above to spare, they would be very much appreciated at the refuge, or visit Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons from 14.0017.00pm and Saturdays 13.0016.00. We are situated directly under the Eolica Parque exit 52 on the TF1 north bound which is after the after the El Medano junction. Head for the giant windmills on the coast and we are the buildings on the right hand side or email the refuge at teneriffa@aktiontier.org or visit our Facebook page action tier Accion del Sol.
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T was a full house at the English Library on October 18 when over 50 residents attended the meeting UK and Spain: Beyond Brexit when the deputy head of mission at the British Embassy, Mr Tim Hemmings accompanied by Charmaine Arbouin, the Consul for Southern Spain and the Canary Islands and Helen Keating, vice-consul in Tenerife.
He outlined the current negotiations in as far as was relevant, stressing how many areas of agreement there were now between the British Government and the EU team. He assured people that the rights of British people who had chosen to live abroad was genuinely the UK government’s number one priority before opening up the floor to questions. After the meeting the general feeling was that people’s principal questions had been answered and were grateful for the chance to meet with the Embassy representative. For his part Mr Hemmings stressed the importance of keeping the consul and the Embassy up to date on the public’s concerns about the negotiations as, given the large number of Britons living in Spain, the UK government do pay particular attention to the views coming from this country.
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All Saints Church news
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ANY visitors to Tenerife are surprised to find an English style church in the picturesque Parque Taoro in Puerto de la Cruz. Our Services are held on a weekly basis as follows : Wednesdays 10am: Service of Holy Communion. Sundays 9.30am: Traditional Service of Holy Communion. Sundays 11am: Sung Eucharist. Ever ybody welcome to come and join us in worship. Refreshments are served after the Wednesday Service and also the 11am Sung Eucharist Service on a Sunday, when we also offer hot or cold drinks plus the church stall and Boutique is open. Tuesday October 31st saw us joining with our Lutheran brothers and sisters to celebrate in All Saints Church the anniversary of 5oo years of the Reformation. Sunday 12th November is our Service of Remembrance which will start at 10.45, it will be led by our locum Priest Reverend Robert Ellis. Poppies will be available at the church door before the Service. How many days till Christmas, help, I hear many of you say but to help us all prepare for the festive season, All Saints Church is holding its Christmas Car Boot on Saturday December 2nd, gates open at 11am. This year as in other years there will be the usual stalls although they will be geared to the Christmas Season, a grand Christmas
Raffle will be held, tickets for this are available after the 11am Service on a Sunday and of course on the day itself. For our younger people Father Christmas is coming with his little helpers to meet the children and find out what their wishes are . Rays Bistro will be in full swing with their ever popular burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches and quiche . The Church Handicraft Stall will be decked with goods made by our sewing ladies ideal for Christmas presents. Come and join in the Christmas spirit , meet friends, browse amongst the stalls,partake in refreshments and enjoy a fun day out. Rayco our church organist holds choir lessons on a Tuesday evening from 8pm to 10pm in the church for more information please phone Rayco on 699649454. As All Saints Church is in an Interregnum our locum Priest until the end of November is Reverend Robert Ellis who is here with his wife Caroline. Reverend Robert can be reached by phoning the parsonage on 922384038.
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K9 news update Toddler rescued Joey & Ana are Reunited – thanks to microchipping!
Handsome Joey went missing - possibly stolen - a year ago from his home in La Caleta, Costa Adeje. His family were distraught and searched everywhere for him with no luck. A few months later they had to return to Holland and, with their beloved Joey still missing, they feared the worst. However, two months ago a lady found a lost dog in a local town. She took him to the vet to check for a chip. He had a chip and it was Joey! The vet rang the Dutch contact number and Joey’s mum could not believe the news that her boy had been found. She immediately started to make arrangements to bring him home. Joey came to K9 to stay while his mum, Ana, sorted out flights and, recently, the two were reunited. They are now home in Holland and, without doubt, it’s happy ever after for this special guy. A great reminder of just how important it is to microchip your pet and to keep your contact details up to date.
K9 Christmas Party – Tickets Now On Sale
This year’s K9 fundraising Christmas Party is on Saturday 9th December at Showtime, Adeje (exit 78, TF1). Tickets are €25 per person and include a chicken meal or vegetarian option, drinks all evening (excluding spirits and bottled beers), entertainment from Let It Be Beatles and compere Aidy Evans. Tickets are available from: Lin on 626 344 799; Mikey at k9mikey@gmail.com: Studio 5 hairdressers, Los Cristianos on 922 794 304; and K9 refuge on 667 638 468. There will be raffles on the night and please do bring along treats for the K9 wonder-dogs and cats.
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ROLAND WILSON 1927 - 2017
Meet Our Dogs
Members of the Friends of Tenreife at Scampi’s in Playa de las Américas carrying on their charitable work. It’s what they do!
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We have many dogs - in all shapes and sizes – waiting patiently for their loving, safe and secure forever homes. You can see them all – their stories and pictures – on our website at www.k9tenerife.com Go to “K9 dogs/ Dogs waiting for homes”.
A well known figure in the community died recently after a long illness. He had lived in La Orotava for more than 25 years and will be greatly missed.
Why not visit us at K9 Refuge on Calle Chimbesque between Las Chafiras and Las Zocas any day of the week between 10:00 and 14:00. Alternatively, you can get in touch by telephoning us on 667 638 468 or emailing info@k9tenerife.com You will also find stories of our dogs, their antics and heartwarming re-homings on facebook by following Diary of a K9 Tenerife Dogwalker and also K9 Tenerife.
He was a long serving communicant of All Saints Anglian Church and an Honorar y Member of E.S.T.A., both of which he was very involved in their activities, supported other Associations, and a Life Time Patron of the English Library. His wife Jean, would like to thank all their friends in both Tenerife and the UK for the caring thoughts and prayers bestowed on her which have been a wonderful comfort at this sad time and very much appreciated.
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WIFT action and expert help saved a small child from drowning in a pool in Fuerteventura.
An emergency call to the 112 control centre in the early afternoon reported that the five-year-old had been pulled from the water with “moderate” symptoms of near drowning. Medics and the police were immediately sent to the scene, a hotel in the district of La Oliva but pending their arrival, a doctor gave resuscitation advice over the phone to a lifeguard. The toddler was then transferred to the Corralejo Health Centre.
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Finland loves La Gomera as a healthy option
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A Gomera has been promoting itself as a healthy destination in Finland.
The Cabildo’s tourism department recently attended in the “I love me” fair dedicated to professionals of the sector in Helsinki. Minister of Tourism, Maria Isabel Méndez, stressed the good results, saying: “There have been more than 50,000 people who have gone through a fair in which professionals have valued our fate in a very positive way.” She added: “La Gomera has positioned itself in a good place within the European destinations for sports and healthy rest.” There was also much interest from the media, particularly those specialising in food, natural therapies and sports.
Driver dies as car smashes into house
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driver died after his car smashed into a house in Gran Canaria.
The vehicle had been travelling along the road known as the Carretera General de Las Filipinas, in the municipality of Mogán, when the accident happened. It was not immediately clear what happened to cause the crash but the 112 service received a call saying the man had been injured. Firefighters had to release the man from the wreckage. On their arrival, medics found the 54-year-old man was in cardiac arrest and despite advanced cardiopulmonar y resuscitation, he could not be saved.
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ten-year-old boy was taken to hospital after falling into a swimming pool in an hotel in La Palma.
The incident happened in the mid-afternoon in Fuencaliente, with the youngster suffering back injuries described as “moderate” provided there were no complications. The emergency services were called to the scene and treated the boy on site before he was taken to hospital.
Man, 35, killed on motorway
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35-year-old man has been killed in a road accident in Gran Canaria.
The emergency services rushed to the scene after being told that a pedestrian had been hit by a car. The accident happened on the GC-1, at the height of the Telde turn-off, heading south in the Telde municipality at 6.51am in the morning. SUC personnel were only able to confirm the man’s death due to the seriousness of the injuries received. No details were given about the man’s nationality or any other circumstances.
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CABILDO MAKES URGENT APPEAL FOR ACTION
Road schemes on La Gomera at stalemate as just 30 per cent of pledge fulfilled
El Hierro wins “vital” ferry time change
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UBLIC pressure from El Hierro has led to a change of times for the maritime connection between El Hierro and Gran Canaria, specifically on a Sunday.
President of the Cabildo, Belén Allende said Naviera Armas will modify its departure schedule from the Port of La Estaca on Sundays, advancing it half an hour, at 3.30pm, which will allow the maritime connection between El Hierro and Gran Canaria. The General Directorate of Transport of the Government of the Canar y Islands has authorised this time change in the Public Service Obligations of maritime transport as requested by the Cabildo. The move follows requests from various sectors of El Hierro, including the Centre of Tourist Initiatives, the hotel employers’ association Ashotel and a petition signed by 700 residents. The rest of the boat schedules with El Hierro are maintained: on Mondays, departure at 07:00 hours from La Estaca and return at 17:30
from Los Cristianos; on Tuesdays, departure at 2 pm (La Estaca) and at 17:30 in the port of Tenerife; on Wednesday, at 04:30 hours from La Estaca and at 8:15 pm from Los Cristianos and Thursday and Friday, at 2:00 p.m., El Hierro starts at 5:30 p.m. and from
Los Cristianos to La Estaca. Apart from these services of the OSP, Armas offers an extra service on Wednesdays, which departs from Los Cristianos at 07:55 and, from La Estaca, at 16:30 hours. “This complies not only with the request for extension of the
administrative contract for the provision of the service of the line between Tenerife and El Hierro but with this specific modification of schedule that will facilitate the connection between El Hierro and Gran Canaria,” said the Cabildo president.
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N urgent appeal is being made to the Canary and Spanish Governments for vital road improvements in La Gomera.
Cabildo president Casimiro Curbelo said only 30 per cent of what had been agreed previously had been put into action and this was putting the future of the island and the
Canaries in jeopardy. He is urging the Canary Executive to forward a plea to Madrid, including the improvement project proposed for the section of
road between Paredes and the airport in the municipality of Alajeró, where the investment planned for 2018 will reach 1.5 million euros. Sr. Curbelo said La Gomera’s needs should receive proper attention in the new Convention of CanariesState Roads. “The new document negotiated by both governments should capture the island sensitivities that were not addressed in the previous agreement,” he said. “Only 30 per cent of the investment foreseen in the last Convention were executed, an insufficient figure and that must be corrected.” The Cabildo president said the delays and paralysis on the
part of the State had been constant and “created a scenario that puts at risk the development of La Gomera and the Canaries.” Sr. Curbelo said the access road to the airport was particularly important as it was the connecting road with most of the municipalities. He explained that the procedures for the environmental impact were “quite advanced” and, therefore, requested that priority be given to this action. Sr. Curbelo said the new agreement must also include the projected actions of the Vallehermoso Variant, as well as the GM-2 section, between Degollada de Peraza and San Sebastián, whose investment amounts to 800,000 euros. Likewise, works should include access to the Hospital Ntra. Sra. De Guadalupe, with 1.5 million euros for 2018. Regarding the lighting of the tunnels of Arure and Yorima, he reiterated the urgency to ensure the safety of vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians. He also requested that the installation of the new security barriers in the GM-1 be executed in the section between Agulo and the summit tunnels. “This last action taken by the Government of the Canary Islands must be taken care of as soon as possible, in order to finish with the renewal of the barriers along the route,” he said.
Animals, including 23 dogs, found in filthy conditions
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OLICE raided a rural finca in Fuerteventura after receiving a tip-off about the mistreatment of animals.
Nature protection officers with Seprona, the environmental arm of the Civil Guard, took away 23 dogs, together with five horses and a donkey. They were all taken to sites where they could be properly cared for. A man was arrested on suspicion of animal abuse by keeping them in poor conditions on the farm in Casillas del Angel in the municipality of Puerto del Rosario. The investigation began after Seprona received a complaint from a local resident. Police went to the site and found the grounds “filled with excrement”. Several of the animals also had open wounds with bleeding. A vet from the local authority was called in who confirmed the conditions were not satisfactory.
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La Palma rock Canary health centres gravings get top begin flu jabs with special priority booster for over 70s PROTECTION URGED
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new enhanced flu vaccine is being offered to all Canary residents over the age of 70.
The health department of the Canary Government is stressing this “bonus” as the annual flu jabs campaign gets underway in all health centres within the archipelago. The vaccine is recommended for people over 60, chronic patients of all ages, pregnant women, health professionals and other professions that are fundamental to the community, such as police and firefighters. “These recommendations aim to reduce mortality and morbidity associated with influenza and the impact of the disease on the community,” said a health department spokesman. “For this reason, they are basically aimed at protecting people who are at greater risk of presenting complications in case of flu, which can transmit the disease to others who are at high risk of complications and those who, due to their occupation, provide essential services in the community.” Doctors say vaccination could reduce between 75-80% of the deaths that occur as a result of this disease, which are around 2,000 direct annual deaths in Spain, although this range varies in overall data from 1,400 to
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4,000 deaths associated with comorbidity factors (ie with additional health complications). Meantime, the results of a flu survey from last year have been revealed. In the 2016/17 influenza season, a maximum incidence of 2,697 cases was reached in week 48. This was similar to the one reached in the previous season in week 7. In addition, in the season 2016/17, an increase was observed in the number of flu cases in relation to the previous season of 2015/16. “The level of intensity of influenza activity recorded in the Canary Islands from the beginning of the 2016-2017 season to 20/2017 (from 15 to 21 May) was low and associated with a majority circulation of influenza A ( H3H2),” says the health department. In the 2016-2017 season, the
epidemic wave began ten weeks earlier than in the previous season 2015-2016 and the epidemic period was shorter, lasting three weeks. The incidence was also lower in 2016-2017 as the peak of the season was 145.5 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, compared to 255.9 the previous season. There were 28 deaths in the Canaries and of these, only three were known to have been vaccinated. The statistics for vaccinations in the 2016-2017 season were: Number of influenza vaccines administered in the Canary Islands- 201,259 doses. Coverage greater than or equal to 65 years: 57.47%. Coverage from 60 to 64 years: 18.78%. Coverage in pregnant women: 14.89%. Coverage in health personnel: 18%.
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cash bonus for La Palma’s Cabildo will lead to improvements in the island’s extensive footpath network.
Councillor for environmental services, Juan Manuel González said the work would be carried out by a team of 30 from the public company Gesplan attached to the department of territorial policy. It comes about following the settlement of the 2016 budget by the Cabildo and the release of 475,000 euros of extra cash. “La Palma’s network of foopaths has a rich and interesting heritage that thousands of people enjoy, both of the island and visitors, who find in this activity one of the main motivations to come to La Palma,” said Sr. Gonzalez. The duration of the improvement works on the island’s trails will be six months and the first actions planned will be carried out along the road linking the Puntagorda Farmer’s Market and Las Tricias mill in Marcos and Cordero and two stretches of the GR-131: between Roque de Los Muchachos and the Port of Tazacorte and between Pico de La Nieve and Punta de Los Roques. The work will then spread across the rest of the footpaths by four separate crews.
In collaboration with the local council, the heritage department is clearing the shrubs and grass growing in the area. In addition, the explanatory panels and fencing have been removed due to their degree of deterioration. These were put in place in 2003 but have deteriorated due to lack of maintenance. A new panel was put in place last year. “The vegetation that spontaneously grows each winter and practically covers the area where the petroglyphs are located has been removed and the steps of the path descending by the left bank of the Tenisca ravine have been conditioned until reaching the area,” a Cabildo spokesman explained. According heritage councillor, Primitivo Jerónimo, this action is part of the project of his department to improve the archaeological zones of the island. “It is about protecting and putting into use the different archaeological sites of the island so that they can be visited through viable access through the adaptation of their environment and the offer of information on the interest and importance of them,” he explained.
Arrested for arson spree
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50-year-old man has been arrested for going on an arson spree in Gran Canaria.
He is believed to be responsible for attacks on at least eleven waste container bins and a car. At one stage, he was seen setting fire to an armchair in the street with a piece of lighted newspaper. The flames then spread to a car nearby which was destroyed. All the incidents took place in a radius of 500 metres from the suspect’s home.
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quad bike accident in Gran Canaria left a 35year-old man with a leg injury.
The man came off the quad when riding along the GC-500 in San Bartolomé de Tirajana at about 6.30pm. Emergency medics attended to the rider at the scene before he was taken to hospital in Maspalomas. His injury was described as “moderate”.
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Air links with Portugal a key priority for Canaries
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ORTUGAL is becoming a strategic market for the Canary Islands with arrivals already 33 per cent up on last year.
Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports, Isaac Castellano recently inaugurated the direct new route from Lisbon to Tenerife North awarded to the airline Binter Canarias and promised further connections for the archipelago. The tourism department of the Canary Government has so far backed 22 new routes, to the tune of 2.9 million euros, since the launch of its Flight Development Fund. “This is an incentive programme, managed by Promotur Turismo de Canarias, for the implementation of new air routes that connect our archipelago with the world,” said Sr. Castellano. This winter, he revealed, the Canaries will have five direct routes with Portuguese airports, which will mean a total offer of 33,000 places, 325 per cent more than last winter. “It should be noted that 73 per
cent of Portuguese tourists arriving in the Canary Islands in 2016 did so on a direct flight from Portugal, while the remaining 27 per cent did so through peninsular airports, suggesting the need to expand connectivity direct from this market, “ he said. Between January and September, the Canary Islands received 67,000 passengers on direct flights from Portugal, representing a 33 per cent increase over the same period last year. Of these, 67 per cent of the passengers went to Gran Canaria, another 22 per cent to Tenerife and the rest divided between Fuerteventura and Lanzarote. The Portuguese tourist who visits the Canary Islands has an average daily expense lower than the average market (€ 117 vs. € 136). Also, their average stay is shorter (7.2 vs. 9.4 days). They mostly come as couples or families and favour hotels and allinclusives.
El Hierro combines nature, culture and gastronomy with underwater photography
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L Hierro is preparing to celebrate its 21st underwater photography competition which this year will combine nature, culture and gastronomy.
This international submarine photography contest makes the most of the island’s extraordinary seabed and is backed by the Canar y Government as well as public and private entities. The programme actually began in April with the launch of the second Photosub Online, a contest which promotes the practice of diving throughout the year, with monthly prizes for the best images taken by the divers themselves. The III Open Photosub for Biodiversity, in Apnea format, will be on November 18th, together with a competition for children. In association with the XXI Open Photosub, between November 17th and 26th, there will be the II Festival Geo & Sea, which this year unites culture, landscape and gastronomy to propose unique cultural experiences in this island Biosphere Reserve and World geopark. The company “Pieles” will present a new show offering music and dance as a link to know the traditions of the Canary Islands in La Restinga on November 17th, with a seating capacity of 500 people. Geo & Sea will then visit the Mirador de La Peña on November 24th and 25th with “La Deriva”, a theatricalisation of the history of Moncho II, fishermen of La Restinga (January 21, 1983) who remained lost drifting for days and were feared dead. However, they were rescued by an Algerian ship, El Negroma, who took them to Baltimore, USA. History will converge with gastronomy on this occasion as tickets are on sale for a meal as well with top chefs presenting magnificent creations. Finally, theatre via a fable will arrive again at the Recreational Park of Las Cancelitas on November 25th and 26th, combining landscape, culture and gastronomy and the rich products of El Hierro through” The Legend enchanted, a crazy chef. “ “We are trying to unite the rich gastronomy and the high quality of our products with culture,” said Cabildo president, Belén Allende. Full details on www.elhierro.es and twitter.com/OpenFotosub
SOCIAL NETWORKS
Seven stars in Lanzarote’s new campaign “An island to feel”
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ANZAROTE Cabildo is using the social networks to launch a new campaign about the importance of the island’s Biosphere Reserve.
“Lanzarote, una isla para sentir” (“Lanzarote, an island to feel”) includes videos on Youtube and daily updates on Facebook and Twitter. Lanzarote was declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve on October 7th, 1993 so will be celebrating its 25th anniversary next year. In this context, the Cabildo has developed a new awareness campaign about the importance of achieving the right balance between man and nature, which, among other factors, made the island as a whole deserving of the title. The videos feature seven local people who talk about their love for Lanzarote and the sentiments of “caring, embracing, feeling, living, respecting and sharing” its attractions. Luz Mari Dorta, restorer They include Francisco de León, a renowned farmer Orlando Ortega, the artist from Lanzarote linked to La Álvaro Guzmán , the tourist guide María Vallina and the Geria, and an eleven-year-old primar y school student, doctor Christian Strehlke. Their stories can be seen Natalia Petricca who were present at the campaign’s on(www.facebook.com/ launch as the oldest and cabildodelanzarote, twitter @cabildolanzarot y youngest participants. The other five are Professor w w w . f a c e b o o k . c o m /
reservadelabiosferadelanzarote w w w. f a c e e b o o k . c o m / aguitaconelplastico) Cabildo president, San Ginés personally thanked them “not only for the sensitivity and collaboration contributed by their testimonies to this campaign but also their commitment and involvement with the values
represented by our Bio-sphere Reserve, from the point of view of the physical environment, biodiversity and human activity “and made a new appeal to the population” to make these videos their own, to disseminate them, share them and above all to extend their messages, because we are all Biosphere Reserve.”
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Major boost for Canary rescues as two top-range helicopters join fleet P M INISTER of Health, José Manuel Baltar, presented in Fuerteventura the two new medicalised helicopters of the Canary Islands Emergency Service (SUC) of the Canary Islands Government that operate in the archipelago after the award of the new tender. The renewal of the aircraft allows the incorporation of the latest advances in the transport service and air health care in the Canary Islands, both from a technical point of view and in medical equipment, with a model that best fits the type of missions carried out in the Canary Islands , one of the regions with the highest number of flight hours in European health operations. During the event, which was held at the football pitch of Morro Jable, in the municipality
of Pájara, Sr. Baltar was accompanied by the president of the Cabildo, Marcial Morales, and the Mayor of Pájara, Rafael Perdomo, as well as the director of the Service Canario de la Salud, Conrado Domínguez; the territorial directors of the SUC, Luis Cabrera and Marcela Posca; the manager of the public company GSC, Luis Rodríguez Neyra, and the commercial director of the Babcock group, Jacobo Landeira.
The health minister stressed that “the new helicopters are better adapted to the special characteristics of our territory, which improves the quality of care in the air movement of patients with serious conditions, both in primary services and interhospital transfers between islands.” President of the Cabildo of Fuerteventura, Marcial Morales, described it as “great news for the Canaries and important progress in the quality of the new helicopters of the SUC” which will result in an improvement of the service provision for the citizens. The two medical helicopters of the SUC, one based at Gran Canaria Airport and another in Tenerife South, operate 365 days a year. The crew, composed of a commander and a pilot, is joined by an advanced life support medical equipment (HEMS), with doctor and nurse. The new helicopters, model EC145-C2, have greater autonomy of flight which allows them to travel greater distances without refuelling
and thus diminish the time of response before an urgent transfer from any island of the archipelago. In addition, the cabin dimension is extended, which allows the transfer of larger patients and also offers the possibility to transfer two patients at the same time if necessar y, both with two stretchers and incorporating a third seat, which could also be occupied by a companion. Another characteristic is the greater power in its engines, which facilitates the accomplishment of the operations of landing and takeoff in altitudes superiors to the 2,000 metres. As would be expected, the helicopters have all the latest equipment, including an incubator for new-born babies. The contract for air transport services by means of advanced life support helicopters was awarded to Babcock Mission Critical Services Spain SAU for an amount of more than 17 million euros for a period of six years.
Woman, 48, dies in head-on crash
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woman has died in a full frontal crash in La Palma.
The accident happened on the LP-1 at the height of the Mirador del Time in the municipality of Tijarafe. The 112 emergency control centre was alerted to the crash at 9.20am and sent the Canary Emergency Service, a doctor and nurse from the Tazacorte medical centre, firefighters from La Palma and the Civil Guard to the scene. “We received an alert stating that there had been a frontal collision of two vehicles on that road,” said a spokesman. “Upon arriving, the SUC and Primary Care personnel could only confirm the death of the occupant of one of the vehicles due to the seriousness of the wounds received.” The driver of the other vehicle was assisted at the scene for an anxiety crisis but did not need to go to hospital. Firefighters had to release the body of the woman from the wreckage of the car. The victim was aged 48 but her nationality was not released.
OLICE in Spain have made one of the biggest hauls of deadly chemicals capable of making 20 million doses of ecstasy tablets.
Drug squad officers say the seizure of 2,650 kilograms of PMK glycidate from China is the biggest haul of its kind in Europe to date. The operation was carried out by agents of the National Police and officials of the Tax Agency and has led to the arrest of the ringleader responsible for the Chinese imports and one of his collaborators. One is Chinese, the other Ecuadorian. “The PMK glycidate could have produced 20,000,000 pills of ecstasy,” said a police spokesman. “This is one of the greatest seizures of this precursor in Europe to date.” Police also seized a manufacturing machine at Madrid airport which would have been used to manufacture the pills.
The investigations began after a shipment from China of a product declared as pigments was shown to be PMK glycidate. The Chinese ringleader organised the imports through a network of false companies, with the PMK arriving in Spain by air through Madrid airport. The goods were declared at customs as colour pigments and waxes with false documents. Once the chemical compound was in Spain, it was stored in different warehouses for shipment to Holland. Three raids were carried out in Madrid. Police said the machine seized was similar to those found in police operations in the Netherlands.
Spanish tourist dies when stone falls from basilica
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52-year-old tourist was killed in front of his wife when a huge piece of marble plummeted nearly 90ft from a famous Italian church.
The victim, who was Spanish and was on holiday, was looking round the Basilica of the Holy Cross in Florence when the freak accident happened. Italian newspaper Corriere Fiorentino says the stone was part of a beam or column which crashed from the roof. It measured about 40 centimetres square. The emergency services rushed to the scene but there was nothing they could do to save his life. His wife needed medical treatment for severe shock. Initial findings suggest the stone probably came away because of progressive deterioration and its heavy
weight. A tour guide told El Confidential: “I was 15 metres from the place where it happened. I was explaining the ins and outs of Michelangelo’s tomb when I saw something fall. Then I heard the rumble and a woman began to shout.” The church was built at the end of the 13th century and houses the tombs of famous historical figures such asMichelangelo, Galileo Galilei and Nicolás Machiavelli. The mayor of Florence, Dario Nardella, tweeted: “I am very sorry for the incident in the Basilica of Santa Croce, where the Spanish tourist lost his life.”
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Woman spectator Man wanted for murder tried to killed at Spanish change nose and fingerprints car rally
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24-year-old woman was killed after a car taking part in a Spanish rally careered off the road into spectators and catapulted her down an enbankment. Her partner who was also watching the seventh edition of the Rally Sprint de Tierra in Sariegos del Bernesga, Leon was injured, according to the emergency services. The rally, which was immediately postponed, is one of the most important in the region and attracted 80 drivers. The driver of the rally car involved in the accident was treated for severe shock and the organisers have told of their despair. “There are no words. Destroyed, broken and sunken,” said a spokesman on a Twitter posting. It is understood the young woman was Spanish and came from Madrid. The woman’s family have
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denied reports that the couple were earlier told to move to a different location and say the accident happened on a straight stretch of road where there should have been no danger. There were other spectators in the area too, they point out. In a statement, organisers said they were dismayed at the tragic accident and expressed their deepest condolences to the family and friends of the victim. They said they had prided themselves on extensive safety measures but said it was too early to talk about the event’s future. An official investigation into the accident is already underway.
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N on-the-run Polish fugitive wanted for murder and a vicious stabbing tried to take on a new identity by having a nose job and trying to rub off his fingerprints. Police had been looking for the 36-year-old man since last summer, having searched for him in Ireland, Germany, Holland and the Czech Republic. He was eventually found behind the wheel of a truck carrying 20 kilos of marijuana inside tomato cans. The delivery was heading
for Poland where the accused man was wanted in connection with a brawl in Katowice which led to one death and one serious injury. Medical checks revealed he had undergone nose surgery in a bid to change his appearance and had taken on the identity of a friend in prison. His finger-tips
also showed signs of having been “worn down” to alter his prints and he had grown a beard and long hair. The fugitive was arrested in Tarragona as he loaded crates of a genuine tomato sauce brand into a lorr y destined for Poland. Only four rows of the cans were genuine, however. The other 63 had been emptied and marijuana stuffed inside instead.
An inspection was also carried out in a warehouse in Poland where 400 similar empty cans were found. The arrest was made thanks to the international police cooperation channel provided by the ENFAST (European Network of Fugitive Active Search Teams) network at the European level, through which the exchange of operational information on cases of special relevance.
Luxury cruise liner Britannia rescues ten illegal immigrants T
HE luxury cruise liner Britannia came to the rescue of ten illegal migrants who were spotted floating in a tiny inflatable dinghy at the dead of night.
The ship, operated by P & O, raised the alarm after the small “patera” was sighted about 30 miles off the coast of Almeria just after midnight. The Britannia was returning to the United Kingdom after visiting different ports in Italy, France and Spain when the crew saw the immigrants trying to stay afloat. The captain alerted the coast guards who sent a helicopter for their rescue before changing course to intercept the inflatable and take the ten occupants on board. They were given food and drink whilst they waited for the arrival of the rescue services two hours later. They were then taken back to the mainland where all ten men were found to be in good health despite their ordeal. A spokesman for P&O Cruises confirmed: “Working with local authorities, Britannia aided in the search and rescue of a number of migrants on Sunday night off the coast of Almeria. They were then handed over to Spanish authorities. “ Spain’s maritime rescue tweeted: “This early morning, the ship Britannia has rescued ten men from a patera 26 miles off Almeria. Salvamar Spica has taken them to Almeria.” The rescue came during a weekend which saw more than 400 immigrants intercepted in about 20 boats on the coasts of Andalusia, Ceuta, Melilla and Mallorca.
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Emails from public help in terrorism crackdown
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PAIN’S Civil Guard says citizen collaboration is helping them in their ongoing campaign against terrorism activity via the internet.
In recent months, five people have been arrested for spreading propaganda as a direct result of tip-offs from the public. They also believe that the number of messages on the social network which humiliate or mock victims is on the decrease. Anyone who spots such messsages is being urged to send an email to colabora@guardiacivil.org “Most of these anonymous reports refer to the content of different terrorist groups, in particular ETA, but also of others such as GRAPO or TERRA
LLIURE, as well as content that humiliates victims of terrorism directly.” a police spokesman explained. The Civil Guard has special service which uses the latest technology for monitoring, searching and analysing this type of information. “Thanks to this civic collaboration, the presence of this humiliating contents in the network has also diminished, in addition to a greater awareness of the penalties that these publications may entail,” said the police.
FIRE THREAT
Woman “goes beserk” in bank
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This is according to figures from the Labour Force Survey published by the National Statistics Institute. The rise in the number of workers over the last year stands at 2.82%, which means that almost all economic growth translates into new jobs. The barrier of 19 million people in work has been hit for the first time in eight years.
Most new jobs were created in the private sector, practically all of which are fulltime jobs and permanent employment contracts have grown more than temporary contracts. The total number of unemployed has fallen to 3.73 million, the lowest figure since the start of the recession, the same as the unemployment rate, which has dropped by 2.53 points in the last year to stand at 16.38% of the active
population. The new results for the job market exceed forecasts and are in line with the upward trend of the economy. According to the latest macro-economic chart, the Spanish economy will grow by a year-on-year average of 3.1% in 2017, one tenth higher than the previous estimate. Almost all of this growth is translating into job creation - 521,700 over the last year. The Government says this shows how effective the reforms are proving, the improvements in compe-
The incident happened at 8.30am, according to a report in Spanish newspaper Diario de Mallorca. The woman is said to have gone into the bank in the centre of Palma and demanded an amount of mo-
ney from her account. When she was told she had no cash available to withdraw, she reportedly “went out of her mind” and started to hit the windows
whilst making threats to kill the cashiers. “In view of the violent behaviour of the woman, the personnel called 091,” says Diario de Mallorca. “A patrol
HE Spanish economy created 521,700 jobs year-on-year in the third quarter of 2017 and unemployment fell by 589,100.
titiveness attained and the reduction in the macroeconomic imbalances. “Since the lowest point for the job market during the crisis (first quarter of 2014), more than 2 million net jobs have been created and the number of unemployed has fallen by 2.5 million people since the maximum posted in the first quarter of 2013, while the unemployment rate has fallen by 11 points,” said a spokesman. In the third quarter of this year, the number of people in work stood at 19.05 million a figure not attained since the corresponding quarter of 2009 - following a quarter-onquarter rise of 235,900. This rate of job growth is the highest in 12 years for the third quarter of the year. In terms of unemployment, the figure has fallen by 182,600 in the third quarter to stand at 3.73 million, the lowest figure since the fourth quarter of 2008. Unemployment fell in the services and industrial sectors, but rose in the agriculture and con-struction sectors. The number of people who lost their job more than one year ago fell by 114,900 while it rose by 11.400 among first-time job seekers.
of the National Police appeared on the scene but despite their presence, the British woman continued with the threats. She was arrested for this crime.”
Spain takes in more refugees RELOCATION PROGRAMME from Turkey
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PAIN has taken in 194 refugees from Turkey under the National Resettlement Programme.
They are all of Syrian nationality except four Palestinians. This group of refugees, one of the largest to date, comprised of 49 men, 41 women and 104 children. The refugees will be resettled in Albacete (7), Badajoz (7), Barcelona (16), Castellon (7), A Coruña (6), Leon (9), Madrid (37), Malaga (20), Ourense (7), Salamanca (2), Segovia (4), Seville (6), Soria (12), Teruel (11), Toledo (25), Valencia (5), Biscay (5) and Zaragoza (8). Spain has now taken in a total of 2,190 applicants for international protection, 1,286 under the relocation programme and 904 under the resettlement programme, of which 398 have arrived from Turkey and 506 from Lebanon.
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Top Spanish real estate agency wins accolade at the European Property Awards Tenerife Property Shop has been presented with an award within the Real Estate category at the European Property Awards 20172018, one of the most prestigious industry events in the region. THE accolade was presented at the Royal Lancaster Hotel, London on October 26th. Companies received awards for categories ranging across property development, real estate, interior design and architecture categories. Chosen from over 200 entries spread across the European regions, Tenerife Property Shop have proved themselves to be the very best in the real estate sector. The European Awards are part of the International Property Awards that include the regions of Asia Pacific, Africa & Arabia, The Americas and the UK. The awards celebrate the very best projects and professionals in the industry. Founded over three decades ago, Tenerife Property Shop represents two generations of a family business, maintaining the key foundations of honesty and integrity throughout their many years of operation on their eponymous island. The majority of the Tenerife
Property Shop team have been working with the company for very many years, creating an excellent foundation of knowledge and strength, plus continuity of service to their clients. The real estate business in the Canary Islands remains
unregulated by the Spanish government, so Tenerife Property Shop aims to provide security and peace of mind for buyers by providing Professional Indemnity Insurance to cover the multitude of services that they give. In addition to this, the company holds exclusive rights in Tenerife to the Caser Safe Property Guarantee for their clients, run by one of Spain’s largest and most established insurance companies – this ensures very comprehensive legal coverage for all buyers. They say that their proudest achievement is their team of dedicated and incredibly talented individuals who have worked tirelessly over decades for their clients, keeping the company at the
forefront of everything that is good within their industry. With a focus on evolution to meet changing markets and international situations, Tenerife Property Shop has built a solid and sustainable company around their exceptional quality of service and support for their clients and fully deserve the award that they have been honoured with. The awards also played host to the IPAX UK & Europe exhibition on 26th October. Top industry suppliers were on hand to showcase their products and services, whilst delegates networked with the ver y best industr y CEO’s, Managing Directors and decision makers within the UK and European regions.
For more information about Tenerife Property Shop S.L.: Tel: +34 922 714700 I Email: info@tenerifepropertyshop.com I Website: www.tenerifepropertyshop.com For more information about The European Property Awards: www.propertyawards.net I Dawn Wightman I Tel: +44 1245 250981 I pr@ipropertymedia.com
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The wonderful traditions of Tenerife, even sleighs without the snow!
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UDDENLY out of the velvet early evening gloom the air is pushing towards me.
Then you see them: a shadowy cavalcade of hunched locals, scything down the steep uneven high street on a variety of wooden
sleighs. Adding to the electric, almost eiree atmosphere and edgy sense of anticipation, the sleighs travel so quickly you
don’t hear them until they are almost on top of you. Then it’s whoaah ... the madcap riders hurtle past on their perilous downward flight at speeds it seems equivalent of an F1 fighter. For most of the year Icod del Vinos retains a comfortable, almost stately air, famed for its distinctive wines and unobtrusive, but satisfying, hospitality. But once a year, the community lets rip with the revival of an enthralling ancient ritual with a rekindling return to childhood when the sleights skitter and weave through the normally quiet
thoroughfares. It’s a kind of LeMan style endurance test ... with cars replaced by handmade sleighs here, you understand. Because every November 29th (remember the date, dear reader) on the eve of Saint Andrews day the town holds the festival of San Andres celebrating the new harvest, when the bodegas (wine cellars) open their doors for wine tasting of the year’s new vintage and braziers lit for roasting plump and tasty chestnuts. At the end of the festival the townsfolk, young and old, skitter down the steep slopes of the town on these sledges at breakneck speed, and crash into piles of tyres at the foot of the hill. And these are not just odd pieces of timber, many are specially hand build, painted glorious colours to enhance the exhilarating experience, and you can pay more than €30 for the privilege of owning one. Young riders earn their spurs during daylight by tackling sloping side street with a necklace of used tyres to cushion the collision. They are urged on by enthusiastic supporters who give rousing applause to fete their safe, if sometimes untidy arrival, with a tangle of arms and legs. However, the older riders perilous descent takes place in the evening along a main artery with the man-driven man-made sleighs jumping high over the bumps on the way down, before crashing the makeshift tyre barriers. Health and safety, hmm... excuse me. The sledges are waxed to reduce friction which means they travel even faster. Riders I saw had no head protection at all, though the Red Cross are on hand to tend to the injuries. The story so I’m told, is a tradition known as the ‘bajada de las tablas’, and dates back to the days when logs were rolled down the hill above the town for making wine barrels and ship building. The logs were transported on large boards and steered using oars to avoid obstacles, barrels of wine were also
transported by the same method to ships for export to Europe and the Americas. But it’s is a day of celebration : firstly, it’s the Fiesta of San Andrés or Saint Andrew as he’s better known to Scots. Secondly, it’s the day wine cellars throw open their doors for tasting new wines but whatever the legends the origins of the Fiesta of San Andrés, is in line with the
year’s harvest. And watching or taking part in the magnetic toboggan run is an ideal opportunity for visitors to steady the nerves with a glass or two of fine wine. And, of course, a bag of hot, freshly roasted castañas (chestnuts), a skewer of marinated pork and a tasty bread. Go. ... it would be rude not too.
A slice of cake and a bit of opera please!
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talented singer has brought a whole new dimension to traditional afternoon teas.
Because customers visiting Fiona Kelly’s Tea House in Los Gigantes are treated to a close up and personal matinee performance from her wide musical repertoire. Over bone china teacups filled with exotic teas and delicate cake stands laden with homemade scones and cakes, they relax and enjoy a variety of foot-tapping music and classical arias . Fiona, a soprano, began singing as a child in talent competitions and musical festivals in Scotland where her voice brought her public recognition. Among highlights of her solo career she has performed for the Royal family at Balmoral and supporting Katherine Jenkins at an Emmerdale fundraiser. And in Homecoming Scotland, Fiona introduced songs from her debut album followed by her premiere appearance at the 2010 Edinburgh Festival for a highly acclaimed eight-night run. Six years ago, Fiona broaden her horizons to the Canary Islands where she is currently performing her classical cabaret show to delighted audiences top hotels. Now she has branched out and opened her Tea House adding enthusiastically: “Its going really well. “I’m making it a focal point for the village where people can share gentle afternoon, homely chats and feel part of the community. “I combine her background of classical training and love of opera with a crossover into musical theatre and popular music. “I’m really humbled it’s been so well received by customers.”
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Cars are changing
Lexus on a Hy with IS 300h
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HE future is electric as more and more car companies announce plans to go along this route.
There are plenty of questions being asked about the range of these all-electric models and the plug-in times that will be required. But one system that’s already here and has improved immensely over the years is the petrolelectric hybrid. And earlier this year the revised third-generation Lexus IS sports saloon powered by electric motor and petrol engine arrived on our roads. Major mid-life changes were made to the model but Lexus retained the two power trains – the 300h hybrid petrol and 200t 2-litre
242bhp turbo petrol unit. The hybrid petrol has been the most popular choice for buyers and this was the model I sampled recently. It was in 2013 that the Lexus Hybrid Drive was introduced to the IS range for the first time. This was the best hybrid model I had tested back then so it’s no surprise to me that it has claimed 90 per cent of all IS sales in Europe since its launch. This Lexus is pitched up against other luxury cars and the model tested had plenty of premium-class features. The IS 300h hybrid is available in SE, Executive
Edition, Sport, Advance, Luxury, F Sport and Premier trims while the turbo petrolpowered IS 200t options are Premier and F Sport. The test car was a top-ofthe-range 300h Premier with an on-the-road price of £39,875. You’re certainly not shortchanged when it comes to the standard spec with entrylevel SE packed with goodies. All models come with drive mode select, cruise control, LED headlights and a full safety system. Some of the standard features on the test car included 18-inch, five spoke alloys, auto folding door mirrors with reverse tilting, eight-way adjustable leather front seats with integrated
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E are all aware that now technology has its foot placed firmly in almost all parts of modern day life and we are often not aware of why or what has or will be introduced or indeed what it will mean to us.
We are going to focus on some things that are changing in the car industry and how this may affect our future driving. On the 28th April 2015 the European Parliament voted over regulations to introduce what is called eCall Regulation and they voted in favour of passing this piece of legislation. What this means is that from April 2018 all new cars will have to be equipped with what is known as eCall Technology. This means in brief that in the event of a serious accident or incident eCall automatically dials 112, Europe’s single emergency number. Apparently eCall is a perfect example of an EU supported project that developed technological solutions to help save people’s lives, and the legislation now allows the delivery of real benefits of digital technology. So how does this work...... The eCall technology will communicate the vehicles exact location to emergency services, (via one assumes a GPS system of some sort), the time of the incident, direction of travel, (which of course is important on motorways in the event of accidents). This will happen even if the driver is unconscious or unable to make a phone call. There will also be a manual option by the pushing of a button in the car, for example if a witness activates this because the driver is not able to, eCall will transmite the data that is absolutly necessary in the case of an accident. This information will only leave the car in the event of a severe accident and will, we are told, not be stored for any longer than is necessary. Does this mean then, one wonders if we are heading towards a paperless world with regard to accidents? We will have to wait and see …. Now we will look at self driving cars and what’s happening on this. There are well over 1 billion cars, trucks and buses on the planet, and that does not even include off road vehicles and construction equipment, many of which could be turned into “ground drones” in the future. Traditional manufacturers like Ford and Volvo are facing off against technological companies such as Google and Apple, alongside this there are start up companies such as Zoox and Nutonomy. In Europe one such startuop company called FiveA1 is attracting substancial attention and the firm has raised 26.8 million pounds .The firm is based in Cambridge and is building its own autonomous driving system with a view to taking on transportation services such as Uber and similar companies of self diving taxis. There are some other technological features that you may have heard about which are coming to a lot of new cars, dependant on manufacturers and models. Some of these features are: SCC-otherwise known as Smart cruise control. A sensor fusion calculates the distance from the car in front and maintains a safe distance without the driver having to use the brake (unless of course someone slots into your safety gap, which often happens!). HUD- otherwise known as Heads up display. This is driving information that is projected onto the widscreen and allows the driver to grasp information whilst keeping thier eyes on the road. AVM- Around view monitoring system giving a 360degree camera view which enables the driver to see front, rear, side and blind spots around the vehicle. LKAS-Lane keeping assist system.This security system activates warning lights, alarm and pre safe seatbelt to alert the driver of a lane departure. Some of these are already in use on certain makes and models but no doubt in the future they will become the “norm” not the added extras or exceptions on high value vehicles .
heating and memory setting, adjustable steering column, satnav, rear-view camera, blind spot monitor and rear cross traffic alert. There was also a superb Mark Levinson sound system with 15 speakers, 5.1 channel surround sound, DVD player and DAB digital tuner. The interior has a quality finish that includes leather upholstery with stitching, and key changes include laseretched dark wood trim inserts and a larger 10.3-inch high-resolution monitor. Designers have improved what was already a stylish looking model, with frontend changes including new bonnet, grille, large air intakes in the bumper and reshaped full LED headlamps. And rear enhancements include new triple-layered
LED lights. For motorists who aren’t familiar with hybrid-powered cars, picking away from standstill can feel rather strange. That’s because when driven in EV mode, using electric power alone, there will be no engine noise. Obviously, that means no emissions or fuel consumption and can be used at low speeds in town driving. The engine kicks in as speed gathers and the CVT (continuously variable transmission) brings smooth changes, or you can switch to manual, using driving wheel paddles. Power is constantly adjusted between the engine and electric motor according to driving speeds. The combination of its141bhp electric motor and
178bhp 2.5-litre petrol engine enables this model to achieve a top speed of 125mph. It is no slouch from standstill either, reaching 62mph in 8.4 seconds. A new suspension set-up brings improved handling. The IS drives smoothly and comfortably when cruising at maximum motorway speeds but it also proved to be excellent on some winding, country roads with super grip when cornering at speed. This model brings a perfect balance of performance and fuel efficiency – capable of 61.4mpg combined, 60.1mpg urban and 58.9mpg urban. And with its self-charging electric motor you don’t have to worry about any plug-in issues. The stylish IS 300h is a super example of Lexus’s petrol-electric hybrid technology.
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An insight into FIV in cats
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commonly used tests are not completely accurate, and cats that test positive should be confirmed using a different test from a commercial laboratory. A few FIV cats that have the virus will test negative even though they are infected. There are several other considerations with the blood test. It cannot be used for kittens under 20 weeks born to an FIV-infected mother. Some of these kittens will have antibodies from their mother to FIV but are not infected with the virus, and these antibodies interfere with the test. If it is not known whether the mother is infected, it is best to wait until a kitten is older than 20 weeks before testing. In addition, it can take up to 12 weeks after catching the virus before the blood test can detect that a cat has the virus. If you are worried that your cat is infected (for example, following a cat fight) you should wait for 12 weeks before testing. Finally, sick cats may not produce antibodies, so they may also test negative.
Is there a FIV cat vaccine? There is no vaccine available currently in the UK. A vaccine is used in the United States, but it is not reliable and it does not work against all the types of FIV. It also poses problems for vets because a vaccinated cat will test positive for FIV.
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IV in cats is a condition similar to the virus that causes AIDS in people, although there is no risk of people catching AIDS from infected
cats.
It infects the white blood cells of the immune system, killing or damaging them. A healthy immune system is needed to fight infections and monitor for cancer in the body; so infected cats have a greater risk of disease and infection from other viruses and bacteria. Once a cat is infected, then infection is permanent. Just as in human HIV infection, carriers of FIV may show no symptoms of the disease for years. Between two to five per cent of the UK cat population is thought to be infected, but there is a lot of regional and local variation. Un-neutered male cats are more at risk.
What are the symptoms of FIV infection? The symptoms following infection with the virus are usually mild. The cat may have a mild fever for a few weeks and there may be enlargement of the lymph nodes (the little lumps often referred to as “glands”). But often, cats infected with FIV appear completely normal. Months or years later, as infection progresses, the cat may develop fever, lethargy, poor appetite and weight loss. Any recurrent illnesses may suggest that the cat has FIV – or another virus, such as FeLV . Common signs include long-lasting or recurrent diarrhoea, a runny nose and sneezing (rhinitis), inflammations of the eye and recurrent skin infections. They are also more likely to get some types of cancer.
How do FIV cats get infected? The virus passes from cat to cat in saliva, usually through biting in fights. Un-neutered male cats are considerably more at risk of getting FIV because a single bite may be enough to infect a cat. And a cat can be infected by biting an FIV-infected cat. About one-quarter of the kittens born to an infected mother
will be infected and there is a small chance that the virus can be transmitted through sharing food bowls and by cats licking each other during grooming.
How do you know if a cat is infected? Infected FIV cats are identified by a blood test that looks for antibodies to the disease. For reasons not yet fully understood, these antibodies cannot fight off the infection. However, the
How serious is it? Do FIV cats have to be put to sleep? Recent studies have indicated that FIV may not reduce a cat’s lifespan, and cats may live for many years after being infected. However, it is unpredictable, as some cats develop severe and multiple infections. It is important to try and protect cats with FIV from catching other diseases, as they are more vulnerable than other cats. They should not be fed raw foods that might carry bacteria, such as raw eggs or meat, and it is better to keep them indoors. Hunting should be discouraged.
What should I do if I find a lump on my dog?
FATTY TUMOURS?
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ISCOVERING a lump under your dog’s skin can be alarming but they are not always serious.
Always get them checked by your vet, particularly if you have noticed that they are getting bigger or are sore or bleeding. But many turn out to be what are known as fatty tumours or lipomas These are not cancerous or life-threatening lumps and are very common in dogs, particularly in certain breeds Lipomas are harmless lumps that start in fat cells stored in tissue around the body and are not usually painful. They accumulate more fat as they grow and are more likely in middle-aged to elderly dogs. The size the lump will grow to depends on how much fat the lipoma stores but they can become very big – in some cases, the size of your dog’s head. Overweight dogs tend to develop larger lumps but the tumours may reduce in size if they lose weight.
Are fatty lumps or lipomas cancerous? No, lipomas are benign lumps, which means they are not cancerous and will not spread through the body in the way a malignant growth can. Some dogs, particularly overweight ones, can develop multiple lumps of this kind but these are still not life-threatening. The lumps normally grow in a separate pocket to surrounding tissue, but in rare cases they penetrate other tissue such as muscle. This is known as an infiltrative lipoma. In extremely rare cases, lipomas can develop into a malignant growth called a liposarcoma. However, these do not normally spread through the body in the way that other cancers can, though they can be extremely difficult or impossible to surgically remove. If you find one, take your dog to the vet at the earliest opportunity. While it is likely that the lump is a harmless lipoma, it’s important to rule out any serious medical conditions. It’s also a good idea to note if your pet shows any pain when touching the mass and any change in appetite or toilet habits. Your vet will often have a good idea as to whether a lump is a lipoma just by feeling it as lipomas have a relatively distinct feel and texture. But your vet may test the lump by aspirating some cells from it with a needle (though because there is normally fat in the skin, certain diagnosis can be difficult) or taking a biopsy to rule out cancer.
Should lipomas be removed? Many lipomas have no impact on overall health and removal is purely for cosmetic reasons. But surgery may be needed in cases where a large lipoma has grown on a part of the body where it becomes uncomfortable for the pet or interferes with movement. Removing the lumps is normally a straightforward procedure performed under general anaesthetic. Any breed can develop the lumps but they seem to be more prevalent in Labradors, Shetland sheepdogs, dachshunds, cocker spaniels, weimaraners, miniature schnauzers and doberman pinschers. Dogs with hypothyroidism and those that are overweight are also more likely to develop lipomas. Age is an additional contributing factor.
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Your dining experience around our restaurants
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Maya’s Tandori & Curry house
Brunelli’s Steakhouse
The Oriental
Puerto Santiago
Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz
Maya's Tandoor Curry House prides itself on offering more than just good taste. Of course, the food served here is delicious but the team has thought about all aspects of your visit to make it a memorable occasion and to welcome you back time after time. The restaurant offers fine Indian cuise with excellent service from a friendly staff and has been receiving many fantastic reviews since its opening. Plentiful portions, first-class attention, curries hailed as the best many have ever tasted, fantastic value for money, an extensive menu to suit all tastes, including for vegetarians, those with allergies and children.....the praise is endless. Just one of the delighted diners says: "This truly is the most amazing Indian you will ever have." And in the words of another: "A little gem!"
For reservations call +34 922 861 496 / +34 602 657 690 Calle Honduras, C.C. Santiago I, Local 106 Puerto Santiago (Infront of Hotel Barcelo Santiago) www.mayascurryhouse.com
Just 50 metres from Loro Parque and with beautiful views of the ocean, Brunelli’s Steakhouse is waiting for you to explore the delights of the palate. Inspired in the original American steakhouses, this restaurant is located at the former fisher village of Punta Brava, in northern Tenerife, and offers you the best quality meat – tender, juicy and with an incomparable texture. Flavors like you have never tasted before thanks to a specially controlled maturation and their ‘Southbend’ oven, unique in the Canaries and which cooks the meat at more of 800ºC, highlighting all its properties and making your dinner simply perfect.
Inaugurated in 1996 by Queen Sirikit of Thailand, our Oriental restaurant offers Asian style ‘haute cuisine’, which includes a wide range of delicious dishes with the unique flavor of an essential continent within the international gastronomic scene. The menu changes regularly and offers the best of the delicate and tempting, yet sophisticated cuisine from Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, China and Japan. The unforgettable experience in El Oriental is also felt though the traditional decor of the restaurant, which reflects both the magic and fineness of Thailand, making this restaurant the ideal place for a perfect dinner.
For reservations call 922 062 600 In front of Loro Parque Puerto de la Cruz www.brunellis.com
For reservations call 922 381 400 Avda. Richard J. Yeoward, 1 Puerto de la Cruz ( Hotel Botánico) www.hotelbotanico.com/service/el-oriental
Tressardi
La Parrilla
II Pappagallo
Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz
If you want to seek out a really good Italian restaurant at an affordable price with a lovely terrace, look no further than Tressardi. It offers a very varied menu including traditional Italian dishes, pizza and pasta with gorgeous fillings and sauces, meat dishes, fresh fish and crunchy salads. The desserts like tiramisu and panna cota are to die for! So if you want a good Italian restaurant for a family meal, a romantic dinner, a quick lunch when working or take away, Tressardi is your restaurant. A friendly and homely restaurant that has quality products combining fast food and well elaborated dishes for kids and grown ups. Depending on your choices the price can go higher but an average 15-16 Euros per person is what you can expect.
The inmistakable Andalusian style of La Parrilla restaurant carefully decorates an architecture that blends rustic wood elements with southern Spain typical houses – an environment where diners live a gastronomic experience with the hallmark of excellence in restoration. The succulent cuisine with grilled meats, fresh fish and tapas challenge the most discerning palates in an evening paired with the best wines of the Canary Islands and Spanish Peninsula. In addition, our chef offers the freshest market daily. Enjoy the rustic setting and relaxed atmosphere of La Parrilla, which make this restaurant the perfect place for a romantic dinner or an entertaining encounter among friends.
Il Pappagallo restaurant perfectly combines the old art of making pasta dishes and innovative side dishes that will both delight diners. The menu has been entirely renovated to offer diners a modern culinary repertoire that matches our attention and love for details, as well as our passion for excellence. A varied buffet and a great selection of Italian specialties await you in its terrace overlooking the Atlantic, ideal to enjoy unforgettable sunsets and the tranquillity of the night during summer. In addition, our wine cellar houses the best Italian wines, chosen amongst the most traditional wines of the country.
Sunday to Thursday: 15:00 -23:00 pm / Wednesday closed Friday & Saturday : 15:00 - 24:00 pm For reservations call 922 382 056 Calle Aceviños, La Paz, Puerto de la Cruz
For reservations call 922 381 400 Avda. Richard J. Yeoward, 1 Puerto de la Cruz ( Hotel Botánico) www.hotelbotanico.com/service/la-parrilla
For reservations call 922 381 400 Avda. Richard J. Yeoward, 1 Puerto de la Cruz ( Hotel Botánico) www.hotelbotanico.com/service/il-pappagallo
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English Tea Room
Restaurante Gom
Restaurante Magnolia
Los Cristianos (new) & Fañabé
Santa Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz
Very much a Tenerife business success story, Harriet's English Tea Room and Restaurant in Los Cristianos has a very welcome addition to its extensive menu - Sunday lunches for 9.95 euros which are served between 12 noon and 5pm. With a big sunny terrace and beautifully designed interior, this lovely restaurant is just a stone’s throw from the bus station at the San Marino building (ie turn left at the bottom of the bus station and it is 100 yards or so on your left, in premises formerly occupied by the Heritage bar). In addition to the fantastic Sunday roasts, with "proper" roast potatoes, you will find the most gorgeous food, all home-made and great British cooking, including all day breakfasts, mouthwatering cakes, salads, jacket potatoes, sandwiches and rolls, home-made burgers, pancakes, ice-creams, evening meals and numerous varieties of teas and coffees served in china pots and cups. There are also many gluten-free and diabetic options.
For reservations call 922 712 791 Los Cristianos, San Marino building. Open daily from 9am to 11pm. Playa Fañabé,56 Central Commercial. Open 9am to 10pm, closes 5pm Saturday and Sunday
This iconic restaurant in the heart of Santa Cruz is definitely a place to head for if you enjoy stunning decor and high-end cuisine but at prices you can still afford. The food here is best described as a slice of home-made cooking with the taste and touch of nouvelle cuisine. The emphasis is on quality, freshness and naturalness where the raw product is the star, depending on what is available that day in the market. They offers a special menu for celiac and can help create food for anyone with a specific allergy. Weddings, etc are also catered for and there is always a dish of the day. You will find GOM within the Hotel Taburiente, located in front of Parque García Sanabria. Their opening times are Tuesday to Saturday from 13:00 to 16:00 and 20:00 to 23:00.
Restaurante Magnolia has come a long way, starting life as a small intimate restaurant with an outdoor terrace to the finished article we see today, with the terrace now covered and well spaced tables inside. The kitchen is open plan and creates the most wonderful national and international dishes with an extensive menu of fish, shellfish, lamb, steaks, pastas. This venue is always busy and customers are full of praise for the Restaurante Magnolia as one of the finest places to eat on the island. The quality and service certainly stands out and the cost is very reasonable indeed. They are open every day from 13:00 - 16:00 and 19:00 to 23.30.
For reservations call 922 276 058 Calle Dr. Guigou,29 Santa Cruz www.hoteltaburiente.com
For reservations call 922 385 614 Avda. Marqués de Villanueva del Prado s/n Puerto de la Cruz www.restaurantemaganolia.com
Bar El Pincho
Sook
Mamma Rosa
Las Vistas, Los Cristianos
Santa Cruz
Playa de las Américas
At Bar El Pincho you can enjoy good prices, good food, good service and a fantastic view of the ocean. They are winning fans because of the friendly staff you encounter and the delicious Spanish tapas. They have a great offer, a combination of tapas for two for only 9.50 euros. There is also a wide selection of main plates, such as steak, chicken and fish, all cooked with love and the best ingredients they can find. Do try their fantastic cocktails which they always try to improve. Try also the special dishes from the north of the island and the drinks. Reservations can be done between 10:30 to 20:00pm
Summer has arrived and the wonderful SOOK restaurant has devised a refreshing and appetising menu for the hot months. New mouth-watering dishes are home-made salmorejo with extra virgin olive oil, diced Iberian ham and bread croutons, avocado from our islands in tempura, served with sweet chilli sauce and soy, tuna tataki with seaweed salad and caramelised soy sauce and duck breast soft grilled, with papaya chutney. In addition, the air-conditioned restaurant continues to offer its refreshing desserts such as seasonal fruit salad with guava mayonnaise. SOOK is now also opening with its a la carte during the weekend, both for lunch and dinner. The opening times are 13:00 to 15:30 and 20:30 to 23:30 and for your convenience, there is a parking area. You might also like to try the full breakfast buffet open to the public from 7am to 11am from Monday to Sunday. Ideal to start a day of shopping or tourist visit to Santa Cruz. The price is 16 euros per person.
Mamma Rosa is one of the longest established restaurants in the south of Tenerife and has an extensive menu and a modern ambiance which appeals to all ages. For more than 22 years, it has offered elegance, top-class cuisine, an excellent varied wine list and, of course, the service you would expect. The cuisine is described as classical Italian and Scandinavian with Spanish and French influences, blended together and cooked in a modern style. Part of the new approach is to offer a very extensive fish menu. As with the meat, the restaurant tries where possible to buy local produce and support the islands’ agriculture.
For reservations call 649 431 110 Paseo Las Vistas, Los Cristianos www.barelpincho.com
Avda. 3 de Mayo, 3 Santa Cruz Tel.: 922 294 500 www.hoteles-silken.com
For reservations call 922 794 819 Avda. Santiago Puig, Apartamentos Colón 2 Playa de la Américas www.mammarosa.com / mammarosa@mammarosa.com
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This month we will have our “MEAT PIES” menu in El Calderito de la Abuela.
Donde Mario
La Bodeguita de Enfrente
Cuesta de la Villa
Cuesta de la Villa
Cuesta de la Villa
A great part of the fun of wining and dining in Tenerife is finding somewhere different and it’s well worth a trip out to Santa Ursula to the warm and inviting Donde Mario. Though from the outside you might easily pass by it, the inside is elegant and captivating. Restaurateur Mario Torres surprises us every day with his extensive use of produce in season, and his unbeatable experience with wines and cookery. Just try his Cherne warm salad, a super-healthy Canarian fish soup, or his Lomo de Vaca Morucha. You will be captivated.
Set in a series of old Canary houses, this restaurant is made up of a labyrinth of inter-connecting rooms leading off from the bar area in the centre. The atmosphere is reminiscent of an English country pub with its low ceilings with wooden beams and warm décor. The food is fundamentally Canarian. They grow most of their own produce at their allotment and only use olive oil to cook with. Their ethos is a simple one, only use the best, fresh produce and cook it with thought and care. The menu is described as Picoteo, slightly more than tapas without reaching the full-blown three-course meal status. It is delicious and affordable. “La Bodeguita de Enfrente” won the “II Gastronomic Awards Cruzcampo Gran Reserva El Día-Mesa Abierta”, which took place last week.
Why not try a touch of “picoteo”, the Spanish-style of eating where, as the name suggests, you pick a selection of dishes and share with your companions. You will find “El Calderito de la Abuela” in Santa Úrsula and it offers a unique and homely atmosphere combining Canary cuisine with modern creativity. Last year, “El Calderito de la Abuela” won the “Best Canarian Kitchen Restaurant Award” in the first edition of the “El Dia-Mesa Abierta” Awards on July 28th. The exterior of this property belies what you will find inside as it is full of charm and character and there is a stunning view of La Orotava valley. “A gem” is how it is described.
For reservations call 922 302 760 Exit 31 TF-5, Carretera Provincial, 205 Cuesta de la Villa, Santa Úrsula www.labodeguitadeenfrente.net
For reservations call 922 301 918 Exit 31 TF-5, Carretera Provincial, 130 Cuesta de la Villa, Santa Úrsula www.elcalderitodelaabuela.net
For reservations call 922 304 585 Exit 31 TF-5, Carretera Provincial, 119 Cuesta de la Villa, Santa Úrsula www.dondemario.net
El Calderito de la Abuela
Ristorante Ventanas Puerto Colón - Adeje The place where you can find the best dishes from all over Italy, in a relaxing and cozy atmosphere not far from the seaside. Our Chef will suggest every day special traditional dishes from Lombardy to Sicily prepared with the best quality ingredients imported directly. Enjoy our Italian Happy Hour with cocktails and finger food every day at 7.00 p.m.! Open every day from 12.00 to 11.00 p.m. Closed on Wednesdays
Centro Comercial Puerto Colon, Adeje Reservations 922 715456 We are on Facebook as: Ventanas Ristorante & Cocktail Bar
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More music, dance and theatre Four months of in Los Realejos folklore, CHRISTMAS MARKET
gastronomy and traditions in Los Cristianos
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HE Canaries Traditional Folk Festival and Contemporar y Food and Crafts Exhibition celebrates nine years in Arona offering residents and visitors the best folklore, gastronomy and traditions in the warm autumn and winter nights of this tourist resort of Tenerife.
This edition, which will start on November 16th, will bring four months of weekly performances to the bay of Los Cristianos, an opportunity to meet and enjoy the renowned folk groups of the municipality by the sea, but also, traditional food and crafts of the islands. And as a novelty in this edition, the plaza of La Pescadora will house the first Special Christmas Market Folk Festival between December 21st and January 5th. “Canarias Folk Fest” is a meeting dedicated to Canarian folklore, traditions, crafts and local cuisine. “This Festival adapts to the times and demands of the public and, especially, of the true protagonists, the groups and craftsmen, who have oriented us towards a model that happens to be weekly and that will concentrate on Los Cristianos,” a spokesman for the local council’s tourism department explained. The initiative is part of the sustainability strategy that Arona is developing as a Biosphere location, a concept that includes the preservation of the customs, traditions and identity. In this edition, the folk groups I’Gara, Verodal, Friends of Punta Rasca, the Municipal School of Folklore of Arona and Herederos de Chasna will participate, rotating every week with two performances starting at 8.30pm. Next to them, on the promenade, the 30 stands of the Folk Fest traditional and contemporary food and crafts exhibition, which will open on Thursdays, from November 16th to March 22nd, with sales and tasting time of 4pm to 10pm. The first permanent Christmas market will also feature carols and other events and entertainment.
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HEATRE, dance and concerts will come under the spotlight in Los Realejos as the municipal ity continues to increase its cultural offerings.
Councillors of culture and cultural promotion, Isabel Socorro and Adolfo González, respectively, presented the new programme for the coming months. Various events will be happening between now and January of 2018, aimed at local people and visitors alike. “In recent years, we have witnessed a growing interest in the artistic shows that are programmed in the municipality,” said Valora Adolfo González. The activities fall under the umbrella of “Telón” (“Curtain”) and include four successive cultural weekends in November
with drama, music and dance. One of the highlights will be a concert to mark the 20th anniversary of the School of Music of Los Realejos. This will be on November 20th at 5pm in the Municipal House of Culture. In this same scenario, the bands of the locality will also celebrate their concerts commemorating the feast of Santa Cecilia as each November, with the Musical Association Holy Cross on the 24th at 8pm and the Musical Philharmonic Society of Los Realejos on the 25th at 8pm. The month of December will also offer new musical meetings, the first of them on
Los Gigantes seeking best Carnival poster
the 1st at 8pm at the Teatro Realejos Theatre with the show ‘Reliving’ by Naturally Gospel. There will also be perfor-
mances by the veteran Tigaray group and a cycle of choral music. Full details are on www.losrealejos.es
Places open for free guided walk
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OS Gigantes has been looking for the best poster to illustrate the 2018 Carnival.
The festivities will be held between February 23rd and March 4th and will be on the theme of “La Fantasía”. The local council’s fiesta department has been inviting people over the age of 16 to submit their poster idea, with the winner receiving a prize of 500 euros. This is the first of its kind and is open to all residents of the municipality of Santiago del Teide. The deadline is noon on November 9th, after which a panel of judges will look at all the entries and choose the best.
The design can be done in any graphic design programme or manually drawn and must be delivered in paper format and in digital format recorded on CD. Only one work may be submitted per author. Entries can be presented personally to the following address: Santiago del Teide City Council, marking the envelope “I Poster Design Contest of the Carnival of Los Gigantes 2018”, La Placeta Street, no. 10 - 38690, Santiago del Teide.
L Rosario has opened the registration deadline to join the free walk along the malpais of Guimar on Saturday, November 11th. The event isand is part of the cycle of routes organised to promote responsible leisure among young people. This activity has a limit of
places and priority will be given to young people between 14 and 30 years. Those interested can register until Thursday, November 9th. Students preparing to be guides will design the programming of the activities to be carried out in each walk, execute them and evaluate them, always under the supervision of Jaral de Anaga, their course leader. Interested persons can call 922 01 01 60 Ext. 1105-1100 and 2011 or send an email to the email address drogodependencia@ayuntamientoelrosario.org. To register you can download the necessary form which is posted on the municipal website: www.ayuntamientoelrosario.org.
Employment, tax and accounting advice
Company accountancy (at our office or yours). Settlement of taxes (IRPF, societies, non-residents). Company constitution: (mercantile register). Representation of any kind of employment. Tax and accounting inspection. Settlement of estates (inheritance tax). Procedures for the transfer of vehicles. Contracts for renting houses, business premises, etc… Insurances: car, home, etc….
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Wine takes over La Laguna for 14th Tacoronte-Acentejo Argentine duo to close Early festival HARMONIOUS CONCERT
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INO is taking centrestage as the 14th edition of the November Wine Month Tacoronte Acentejo begins.
Councillor for rural development, Antonio PérezGodiño has described the event as “a reference event for La Laguna” and good support is hoped for. Activities began on November 4th with La Laguna’s White Night and continue until November 30th with the monumental Noche en Tinto. The launch was attended by representatives of the Regulatory Council of the Designation of Origin TacoronteAcentejo wine, President
Esteban Reyes and the manager of the entity María Paz Gil, as well as Héctor Hernández, area director of the CAJAMAR financial institution -collaborator in this edition - and the artist who illustrated the poster of this 2017 programme, Víctor Jaubert. This 14th edition of the Tacoronte-Acentejo Wine Month in La Laguna will combine the great variety of Tacoronte-Acentejo wines with interesting cultural proposals.
Once again, the local council of Aguere, together with the Tacoronte-Acentejo Regulatory Council and other public and private institutions, are joining forces to promote the culture of wine in the municipality and in the pioneer wine region of the Canary Islands. The programme contains numerous proposals for all types of audiences at very varied times. There is a book launch, chess tournament, monologues, humour, a cartoonist, opera, a walk through the vineyards and chestnut trees, a workshop on Canarian gastronomic products, wine tasting and other gastronomic proposals. The last weekend of the month will also see a “total madness” initiative in which for each bottle consumed in Tacoronte-Acentejo in any of the participating establishments, the consumer will pay half of the price of said bottle. In this edition, 45 stores from La Laguna are decorating their windows with wine motifs. In addition, more than 20 commercial premises of the municipality are organising various events with Tacoronte-Acentejo wines and
varied gastronomic and cultural proposals. Those participating are Tasca El Tonique, Malvasía Enoteca, Taberna Ossuna, Taberna El Remojo, Mesón La Hijuela, Taberna Santo Domingo, Los Tarajales-Casa Felipe, Vinoteca La Reserva, Restaurante Casa Domingo, Restaurante La Cordera de Josué Mendoza, EliRomm Café, La Cava de Aguere, El Cochino Negro, Tasca La Topa, Café Vórtice, La Venta de La Esquina, Tasca La Carpintería, Cofradía-La Laguna, La Tasca de Cristian, Makro La Laguna, Librería Lemus, Multicines Tenerife, Club Laguna-Cotelec and the Real Sociedad Económica de Amigos del País de Tenerife. The territorial scope of the different activities will be developed, in addition to the historic centre and the quadrilateral, in Los Majuelos, Las Mercedes and Bajamar. All the acts will count with the wines of the wineries of the pioneer denomination of origin in the archipelago: TacoronteAcentejo. Those interested can find out more through www.tacovin.com
Romeo and Juliet arrives in Icod de los Vinos
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AGNIFICENT”, “back to the magic of the 16th century” and “an unprecedented show” were some of the public’s comments when Icod de los Vinos became Verona for an interpretation of the famous “Romeo and Juliet”.
The town hosted the performance of William Shakespeare’s tragedy by Burka Theater, taking as scenarios such emblematic places as the steps of Andrés de Lorenzo Cáceres square, the interior and exterior of the exconvent of San Francisco and La Pila plaza. Two iconic actors, César Yánes and Tairuma Méndez, played the role of Romeo and Juliet in a memorable performance that captured a lot of attention and the applause of the crowd. All ages followed the dozen or so actors as they moved through the streets as part of the theatrical performance. Keep up to date with all the events in Icod de los Vinos on www.icoddelosvinos.es
Music Festival
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ARÍA Cristina Kiehr and Ariel Abramovich will close the Early Music Festival at the Teatro Pérez Galdós in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria.
The Argentine duo will put the finishing touch to the Festival on November 16th at 8pm. The concert, entitled ‘Armonía concertada’, has the collaboration of the Philharmonic Society of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Soprano María and musician Ariel have called their concert “Harmony” which is exactly what the audience can expect. The programme will include works by the composers Juan Vásquez, Adrian Willaert, Jacques Arcadelt, Giulio Segni da Modena, Cipriano de Rore, Jean Richafort and Francesco da Milano. María Cristina Kiehr was born in Tandil (Argentina) in 1967 and has graced many an international stage from South America to Japan, through Australia, the United States, Canada and most of Europe. Ariel Abramovich was born in Buenos Aires in 1976 and teamed up in 2013 with Maria to form the Armonía Concertada duet, dedicated to Italian and Iberian literature for voice and 16th century pulsed string. Their touring also takes them to diverse continents.
Tickets for this concert can be purchased at the ticket offices of Teatro Pérez Galdós, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and Auditorio Alfredo Kraus, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; as well as on the websites www.auditorioteatrolaspalmasgc.es and www.teatroperezgaldos.es.
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Puerto’s film transformation for “Happy People” may lead to more movies
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HE tourist city of Puerto de la Cruz has been immersed in the filming of the Danish film “Happy People” and it looks as though there are more starring roles to come.
The magic of puppets over three days The magic of puppets is on its way to Guía de Isora
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N November 9th, 11th and 12th, the Municipal Auditorium will host a new edition of the International Puppet Festival. There will be sessions for all audiences and a puppet workshop for which it is necessary to register with the Department of Culture. The first to arrive will be the puppeteers of Karromato. The company, based in Prague, will offer on Thursday November 9th the function ‘The wooden circus’, aimed at schoolchildren and starting at 10am. On Saturday, November 11th, it will be the turn of Toni
Zafra, who will hold a puppet making workshop that will start at 5pm. Then, at 7pm, the audience will be delighted with “The Pocket Circus” function. The workshop is free, previous registration in the Department of Culture. The subsequent show has a price of three euros. Finally, on Sunday, November 12th, the company Baruti Teatro will bring from distant lands ‘The myster y of the orient’. This is a show rich in images, changes of scenes, fantasy, humour and intense emotions that will lead the viewer on a journey where nothing is impossible. The start time is 7pm, with a price of three euros. All the functions and the puppet workshop will take place in the Municipal Auditorium. For more information and registration, you can contact the Department of Culture at 922850100 ext. 3303 or by mail: cultura@guiadeisora.org
Handicraft fair in Los Gigantes
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HE plaza of Los Gigantes will be packed for a traditional event on November 12th.
The XXXVI edition of the Handicraft Fair of Santiago del Teide is expected to draw an excellent response, both from the craftspeople taking part and visitors. Registration for the stands has now closed. The craft stalls will occupy a space of around 800 square metres to showcase the crafts fashioned by hand.
Since October 3rd, the municipality has become a real-life set with filming in different parts of the municipality. The producer and director of the feature film hope it can be screened at international film festivals. The Mayor of Puerto, Lope Afonso, thanked local residents and businesses for their help and understanding as the film represented “an opportunity for the exterior projection of the municipality”, making visible a destination not only with a climate but with “culture, gastronomy and traditions, which is able to captivate many potential visitors of different European latitudes. “ Tourism councillor Dimple Melwani said the film will reach “more than 10 million Scandinavians” a market that represents eleven per cent of the quota of tourists arriving in the municipality and on the rise. She revealed that Puerto was already in negotiations to host another feature film in the
tourist city. Ian Stewart, director of production, thanked the “total availability ” of Puerto to facilitate “in an extraordinary way” the production work of Happy People. “They welcomed us with the doors open and this convinced us to bring the present project to Puerto de la Cruz,” he stressed, in addition to confirming that, indeed, “we are planning to return soon.” Under the direction of Samanoue Sahlstrom and as main actors of the cast Dar Salim, Lisa Carlehead and Francesc Garrido, this production has already left an investment of more than half a million euros in the municipality and has led to the creation of 255 direct jobs, 25 people for the team, ten secondar y actors and 220 people for extras. For the director, the choice of destination has meant “an effort to move the entire team to here but all were satisfied with the result.”
He stressed that the film could have been recorded in another country but that for him it was important that the destination had “a great contrast, sun, and that it was easily detectable or recognised as a holiday destination” and that is what Puerto de la Cruz does, in addition to allowing him to transmit “the conversion of the couple from a tragic situation to one of happiness, being surrounded by the sun and happy people who are enjoying their vacations”. This film is about the couple Adam and Louise, 40, who during a holiday in Tenerife lose their son Lucas, aged ten. Lucas is presumed drowned, but his body has never been found. “Happy People” recounts the return of Adam and Louise to Puerto de La Cruz, five years after the tragic accident. Everyone has their own way of dealing with the loss of their child. While Louise tries to move, Adam looks for Lucas, who refuses to believe that he is dead. People and events in Tenerife and Puerto de la Cruz result in Adam and Louise getting to live with a restored peace.
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When shoulder pain just won’t go away K S
The outlook for kidney cancer patients
TENDON FRICTION
HOULDER impingement is a ver y common cause of shoulder pain, where a tendon (band of tissue) inside your shoulder rubs or catches on nearby tissue and bone as you lift your arm.
It affects the rotator cuff tendon, which is the rubbery tissue that connects the muscles around your shoulder joint to the top of your arm. An impinging shoulder will often improve in a few weeks or months, especially with the right type of shoulder exercises, but occasionally it can be an ongoing problem and a few people may need surgery. Shoulder impingement can start suddenly or come on gradually. Symptoms include pain in the top and outer side of your shoulder, pain that’s worse when you lift your arm, especially when you lift it above your head, pain or aching at night, which can affect your sleep and/or weakness in your arm. Your shoulder won’t usually be stiff. If it is, you might have a frozen shoulder instead. When to get medical help See your GP if you have shoulder pain that doesn’t go away after a few weeks or is stopping you from doing your normal activities. Your GP will look at your shoulder and ask you to move your arm in different ways to see how easily you can move it
and if movement makes the pain worse. They may suggest some treatments you can try or refer you to a physiotherapist for treatment advice. You probably won’t need to go to hospital for any scans. You can also go straight to a physiotherapist without seeing your GP, but you might need to pay. Avoid things that make the pain worse–avoid activities that involve repeatedly lifting your arm above your head (such as swimming or playing tennis) for a few days or weeks. Ask your GP or physiotherapist when you can restart these activities.
Don’t stop moving your arm completely – try to carry on with your normal daily activities as much as possible so your shoulder doesn’t become weak or stiff. It’s usually best to avoid using a sling. Hold an ice pack (or a bag of ice cubes or frozen vegetables) to your shoulder for
around 20 minutes several times a day – but don’t put it directly on your skin, wrap it in a towel first. Take painkillers – antiinflammatory painkillers (such as ibuprofen) or paracetamol may help. Your GP can prescribe stronger painkillers if needed.
IDNEY cancer, also called renal cancer, is one of the most common types of cancer in the UK.
It usually affects adults in their 60s or 70s and is rare in people under 50. It can often be cured if it’s caught early. But a cure probably won’t be possible if it’s not diagnosed until after it has spread beyond the kidney. In many cases, there are no obvious symptoms at first and kidney cancer may only be picked up during tests carried out for another reason. If symptoms do occur, they can include blood in your pee (you may notice your pee is darker than normal or reddish in colour), a persistent pain in your lower back or side, just below your ribs and/ or a lump or swelling in your side (although kidney cancer is often too small to feel). Although it’s unlikely you have cancer, it’s important to get your symptoms checked out. Your GP will ask about your symptoms and may test a sample of your urine to see if it contains blood or an infection. If necessary, they can refer you to a hospital specialist for further tests to find out what the problem is. The treatment for kidney cancer depends on the size of the cancer and whether it has spread to other parts of
the body. The main treatments are surgery to remove part or all of the affected kidney (this is the main treatment for most people), cryotherapy or radiofrequency ablation –(where the cancerous cells are destroyed by freezing or heating), biological therapies (medications that help stop the cancer growing or spreading), embolisation (a procedure to cut off the blood supply to the cancer) or radiotherapy which involves using highenergy radiation to target cancer cells and relieve symptoms. The outlook for kidney cancer largely depends on how big the tumour is and how far it has spread by the time it’s diagnosed. If the cancer is still small and hasn’t spread beyond the kidney, surgery can often cure it. Some small, slow growing cancers may not need treatment at first. A cure isn’t usually possible if the cancer has spread, although treatment can sometimes help keep it under control. Some people become ill quickly, but others may live for several years and feel well despite their cancer.
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What can I do if I have acne? T
HE self-help techniques below may be useful:
Don’t wash affected areas of skin more than twice a day. Frequent washing can irritate the skin and make symptoms
worse. Wash the affected area with a mild soap or cleanser and lukewarm water. Very hot or cold water can make acne worse. Don’t try to “clean out” blackheads or squeeze spots. This can make them worse and cause permanent scarring. Avoid using too much make-up and cosmetics. Use water-based products that are described as non-comedogenic (this means the
product is less likely to block the pores in your skin). Completely remove make-up before going to bed. If dry skin is a problem, use a fragrance-free, waterbased emollient. Regular exercise can’t improve your acne, but it can boost your mood and improve your self-esteem. Shower as soon as possible once you finish exercising, as sweat can irritate your acne. Wash your hair regularly and try to avoid letting your hair fall across your face.
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ARTEDENTAL SHARES AND TEACHES
TOOLS 2.0 OF THE DIGITAL AGE IN DENTAL CLINICS O
N October 19th, 200 doctors from around the world remained for almost two hours in front of their computer watching and listening to a live broadcast from Puerto de la Cruz. You couldn’t see faces, they could only hear a voice and saw the presentation that Dr. Víctor Cubillo, dentist at the Artedental clinic, had prepared for them. We have the feeling that it was centuries ago when we were amazed with the science fiction technology of “Super Agent 86”, where these practices could be possible. These online master classes are called _webinaries_. A
_webinario_ is a neologism that unites the terms “web” and “seminar”. First universities, then entrepreneurs and now professionals use them to share knowledge and strategies. Víctor Cubillo, surgeon and medical director of the Artedental clinic, specialising in implants, offers this kind of lectures about his practice to a audience that covers from Brazil to the United Kingdom
in real time. The information and communication technologies of today’s society. They can bring you the technique and knowledge of a doctor in Tenerife, get to know each other around the world, generating followers and helping other doctors to improve their practice. What was previously achieved with a logistics and structure organised on a large scale, today only requires a good Internet connection and its access is possible for a much larger audience. In particular, the last
_webinario_ offered by Dr. Cubillo and attended by several hundred professionals, was about immediate loading, that is, the technique to place a prosthesis immediately after the operation of the implants. Víctor Cubillo and Volker Samrei (Artedental prosthetist) are co-inventors of a solution that germinates precisely here, in Tenerife; and whose practise extends today to a large part of Europe. ArtOn4®, as this solution is called, consists of the placement of several implants that hold a definitive prosthesis
manufactured on same day that the implant operation takes place, unlike common practise, which requires the use of a temporary prosthesis for about six months before placing the definitive one. “The majority of our patients are foreign, “ says Amaya Sáez, director and manager of Artedental. “Mainly, there are of British origin and German. They come attracted by our immediate loading system and take the opportunity to spend a few days in the sun and on the beach.” Without good coverage
Food allergy or food intolerance? A ROUND one or two people out of every 100 in the UK have a food allergy, but having a food intolerance is more common.
Having a genuine food allergy is uncommon in adults, affecting around one in 50. Food allergies are more common in younger children. It is estimated that around one in 12 children under the age of three have a food allergy. About two per cent of the population and eight per cent of children under the age of three are affected.
What is a food allergy?
A food allergy is a rapid and potentially serious response to a food by your immune system. It can trigger classic allergy symptoms such as a rash, wheezing and itching. In rare cases the symptoms can be very severe and can cause potentially fatal breathing difficulties. This type of severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction is called anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis should be treated as a medical emergency.
Causes of food allergies
The most common food allergies among adults are to fish and shellfish and nuts, including peanuts, walnuts, hazelnuts and brazil nuts. Children often have allergies to milk and eggs as well as to peanuts, other nuts and fish.
What is a food intolerance? Food intolerances are more common than food allergies. In a recent UK survey around one in five adults reported having a food intolerance. The symptoms of food
intolerance tend to come on more slowly, often many hours after eating the problem food. Typical symptoms include bloating and stomach cramps. It’s possible to be intolerant to several different foods. This can make it difficult to identify which foods are causing the problem. It is often unclear why a person has an intolerance to a certain type of food. Food intolerances can also be difficult to tell apart from other digestive disorders that produce similar symptoms, such as inflammatory bowel disease, gastrointestinal obstructions or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). If you do have IBS you mind find that certain types of food, such as fried or fatty food, can trigger the onset of symptoms.
Lactose intolerance Lactose intolerance, sometimes known as dairy intolerance, occurs when your body can’t digest lactose. Lactose is in milk and dairy products such as yoghurts and soft cheeses. The main symptoms of lactose intolerance are diarrhoea and stomach pain. In most cases, your GP can diagnose lactose intolerance by looking at your symptoms and medical history.
Could it be another type of food intolerance or condition? Sometimes it isn’t clear which food is causing a problem. The only reliable way of identifying such a food
intolerance is through an exclusion diet, where you cut out certain foods from your diet one at a time to see if there’s an effect. Coeliac disease is a common digestive condition where a person has an adverse reaction to gluten. However, coeliac disease is not an allergy or an intolerance to gluten. It is an autoimmune condition where the immune system mistakes substances found inside gluten as a threat to the body and attacks them. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye and barley that damages the intestine of people with coeliac disease.
Symptoms include diarrhoea, bloating and weight loss. Coeliac disease can be accurately diagnosed with a blood test and biopsy. About one in 100 people in the UK have coeliac disease, but it’s estimated that around half a million aren’t diagnosed.
Gluten free food – fact or fad?
Gluten free food has become a multi-billion pound industr y. But there is no evidence that for people without coeliac disease, eating gluten free food has any benefits.
aimed at an audience anywhere in the world, this patented solution in Spain and in Europe would not have had the current scope. Artedental is not only an example of modernity and technology within its clinic, because it has the most modern equipment, but investigates in treatments and new formulas and teaches and shares them with other guild professionals through the internet and in real time. Nothing to rival the future that science fiction movies offered us of science fiction just 30 years ago.
TELLING THE DIFFERENCE
If anything a gluten free diet could be potentially harmful. Recent research suggests that the diet could cause damage to the “friendly” bacteria in the gut, which in turn, weakens the immune system.
Treatments for food allergy and food intolerance In all cases, always read food labels carefully, and learn where your problem food may be used as an ingredient in other foods. In the case of a food allergy, you’ll have to avoid the food
you’re allergic to. You may be able to eat the cooked versions without any problems, as can be the case with fruit or vegetable allergies. With lactose intolerance, you’ll have to reduce the amount of dairy food that you eat. With other forms of food intolerance, you’ll have to stop eating the food for a while, or possibly for life. With the autoimmune condition coeliac disease, you must avoid gluten for life. For more advice on your diet, ask your GP to refer you to an NHS dietitian.
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Success for Cycloturista and El Rosario a new duathlon to come continues its GYM AND WORKSHOPS
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AN Juan de la Rambla is to host a new Duathlon in the near future to appeal to lovers of cycling and athletics.
This was announced by local councillor for sport Priscila Diaz at the close of the highly successful second “Cycloturista Villa de San Juan de la Rambla” which attracted a big
crowd and 100 participants. She confirmed that work was already starting on a third edition for next year and gave the first announcement of the new Duathlon to come “within
six hours later saw a packed San José plaza where prizes were presented to all the age groups. Participants, from juniors through to veterans, came from all parts of Tenerife and also from La Gomera especially for the occasion. The race had a solidarity flavour in that a mountain of hygiene products were donated to be distributed to the needy through Social Services. The Mayoress Fidela Velázquez took the opportunity to thank ever yone for their support. The second Cycloturist Villa of San Juan de la Rambla was made possible thanks to the collaboration of Lidl Canarias, Marina, Dragogonsa, Pladimsa, AloDrink Canarias, Gofis Bici, TDC Sport, Bicistar, San Jose Artisan Bakery, Edgar Sport, Vadebicis, Isola, Auto Parts La Guancha, Autos Logocar, Acosta Cycles, Autorepuestos San José, Euronematics Los Realejos, PCAN La Guancha, La Vera Bakery, La Era Cafeteria, Stylo Cafeteria, Sonia Reyes Stylist, Go Cars, JC Motorsport and Bicicod.
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These days, aimed at people 60 years and older, are being held ever y Thursday in November (until the the coming months.” 23rd) in the centre of The 47 kilometre Cyclotuthe Third Age of La Esperanza. The activity rista proved a real challenge is free and places are for the competitors along urban and mountain tracks limited. through San Juan de la It is a cycle of five lectures-workshops that will discuss Rambla, La Guancha and aspects related to aging, with the aim of promoting healthy Icod de Alto. development, improving the quality of life, promoting Priscila Diaz sounded the knowledge that facilitate changes in attitudes and learning start at 9am and the return abilities. Councillor for social action and equality, Maria de los Angeles Rodriguez, said the initiative comes in addition to the usual campaign “Gymnastics for the elderly” and the days “Dance, Physical Activity and SAN SILVESTRE Health,” which are developed in AAVV “La Santa Cruz” HE annual tradition of the San Silvestre race on New Year’s Eve in La de Llano del Moro. The free activities are Laguna is all set for more success. aimed at stimulating the There are already around 500 registered entries for this 36th edition organised by the local participants mentally as well council’s sports department .There is a limit of 3,000 runners for this spectacular event which as physically and allowing always attracts a big crowd. All those interested in participating in the San Silvestre Lagunera 2017 them to socialise at the same can formalise their registration, until 20:00 hours on December 21st, “online”, through the website time. www.oadlaguna.com. To be part of the last test of the year, entrants must pay the amount of eight Those interested in atteneuros. This figure includes technical shirt, chip, back number and accident insurance. ding these workshops can The race starts at 6pm along the traditional urban circuit in the historical centre of Aguere, on a register in person at the route of 5,700 metres, with the start and finish in the Plaza de la Concepción. Agoney Diaz (17.23, building of the old town hall, Bikila) and Marta Arnay (19.49, CEAT) won the San Silvestre Lagunera 2016. The two winners in La Esperanza or in the secured their first win in the traditional event. Some 3,000 runners took part and this is expected Mayor ’s Office of Llano to be matched on the 36th occasion coming up. Blanco or by telephone at 922 01 01 60 Ext.1114-2014.
Scene set for La Laguna’s annual New Year’s Eve race
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Christian completes incredible Yoga under the 70km swim between Tenerife and shade of the Gran Canaria old dragon tree UNUSUAL SETTING
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HE Mayor of Santa Cruz has received the swimmer Christian Jongeneel after uniting the city with Agaete in Gran Canaria.
He became the first athlete to complete the journey between the two capitals without using a wetsuit. The Malaga swimmer achieved the crossing of 70 kilometres between Santa Cruz and Agaete in a time of 16 hours and ten minutes. Sr. Bermúdez expressed to the athlete “the immense pride of Santa Cruz to have been chosen as the starting point of a solidarity initiative and a sporting adventure that nobody had dared to do without the help of a wet suit.”
Christian, who is a volunteer with the Vicente Ferrer Foundation, decided that the capital of Tenerife should be the starting point for his solidar y challenge, with which he intends to help the reconstruction of an orphanage in the Indian city of Anantapur. The swimmer also expressed his gratitude to the city of Santa Cruz and the Royal Yacht Club of Tenerife “for the great reception and treatment they have given me” and invited anyone who wishes to collaborate by
joining the project through the web www.brazadassolidarias.com/islascanarias/ The swimmer, who began his challenge after 5pm, told the Mayor about the ordeal he had to go through especially during the night part of the test, which was very long.
At one point, he became dizzy and sick because of a strong lateral current. “I am very pleased to have been able to complete my challenge and to help the children of Anantapur with the reconstruction of their orphanage, “ he said.
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practices, resulting in 60 minutes of pure peace. Through the company Icodtesa (which manages the Dragon Park), the local council wants to turn this environment into a space for culture and art, with a package of measures that enhance its attractiveness, among which are yoga classes, stor ytelling, wine tastings and so on. Keep up to date with events on www.icoddelosvinos.es
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The fourth edition of the athletic event, which will be held in the capital of Tenerife on November 12th, can therefore be followed in all homes of the archipelago. The Mayor, José Manuel Bermúdez, signed the agreement with the president of the RTVC, Santiago Negrín. Councillor for Sports, Verónica Meseguer, and the director of the athletic event, César Dorta, were also present at the ceremony. The agreement involves the retransmission, live, of the three distances that in this fourth edition (8, 21 and 42 kilometres) that this year, in addition, will be the headquarters of the Half Marathon Canary Islands Championship.
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The event was held in Granadilla of Abona, while in the tenkilometre modality, the winners were Carlos Hernández Marichar and Evelia García Morales. About 240 athletes took part as part of the activities for the Granadilla Mountain Week which also saw rappelling and climbing days, talks and a guided hike. At the close of the V Trail, competitors enjoyed some typical products made from gofio.
Sr. Bermudez highlighted how the marathon is growing each year, with more entries each time and for November 12th, already having nearly 500 runners enrolled. Sr. Negrin stressed that Television Canaria “has achieved something historic by bringing to all the homes of the archipelago a sporting event of the first magnitude that will also collaborate in the revitalisation of the city to be broadcast by public television.” “It is going to be an appointment in which runners will have the opportunity to perform their favourite activity through the main streets of Santa Cruz and in which, this time, they will be able to be followed by family and friends from home through television, “ he added.
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UR annual Christmas raffle is on display and tickets are on sale. A huge thank you to all who donated prizes. Star prize is an Amazon Fire Tablet and there are many more goodies to be won. This is our most important fund raising event of the year so please dig deep, buy your tickets, help support your library, maybe you’ll be lucky and win a prize. The winter evenings have arrived, nevertheless we have a good selection of new books and DVDs, hopefully something to please everyone during the gloomy months.
Thursday November 23 - Garden Party - 1.30 for 2.00pm A reminder of our Garden Party to celebrate the Platinum Wedding Anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh. Please book at the Treasurer’s Desk. 10 euros per person. Thursday December 14 - Christmas Lunch - 1.00 for 1.30pm The Masaru never disappoints with their excellent buffet lunch, reservations have gone at a cracking pace only a few places left so don’t miss out, book now at the Treasurer’s Desk. 16 euros. We welcome visitors to join us during our opening hours Mondays and Fridays 3pm to 5.30 pm and Wednesday and on Saturdays 10pm to 1pm. Refreshments are served in the garden on Wednesday and Saturday mornings. Discover more about us on Facebook, TripAdvisor and our Website ‘theenglishlibrary.es’. Did you know you can access Facebook through our Website. You will find us at Calle Irlanda 5, Parque Taoro, Puerto de la Cruz. Telephone 922 383098
Dangerous Crossing by Rachel Rhys
Good me bad me by Ali Land
A Richard and Judy autumn debut novel choice. ‘New name. New family. Shiny. New.
How do you catch a killer when he is everywhere at once! Detective Amelia Sachs is in pursuit when she hears the scream. Stopping to help a man trapped in a horrific accident, Sachs has to let a
You are in a high cycle where travel, education, and creative endeavors are concerned. Don’t donate more than you can afford in order to impress others. You may be thinking of star ting your own business. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Try not to skir t issues if you think you’ll hur t someone’s feelings. Don’t overspend on luxury items. Visitors may drop by unexpectedly, resulting in tension with your lover.
LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Your self esteem will benefit. Friends will be loyal and caring. Don’t let others take advantage of your good nature. You need to make your environment a better place, with more comforts and a better entertainment center. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23)
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Get together with friends and do something entertaining but not too expensive. Property investments should payoff. Stick to doing things that will make you a better person both physically and mentally.
suspected murderer get away. But was it really coincidence? Did the killer make it happen? Sachs and Lincoln Rhyme are facing a new kind of opponent: Someone who can kill by remote control. Someone watching every move they make....
A Richard and Judy autumn selection. A mother and her son are abducted from a park in Rome, launching a massive manhunt. The chief of Rome’s Major Crimes unit lures to the case two of Italy’s analytical minds. Deputy Captain Columba Caselli, a fierce, warrior-like detective still reeling from having survived a bloody catastrophe, and Dante Torre, a man who spent eleven young years captive, abducted by a mysterious man who called himself ‘The Father’. The Italian police fear ‘The Father’ has returned. But when Colomba and Dante begin following the evermore-bizarre trail of clues, they grasp that what’s really going on is darker then they ever imagined.
Get help setting up a reasonable budget. Look into ways of making extra cash. Get involved in creative groups. Use discrimination and play hard to get.
CANCER (June 22-July 22)
Me.’ Annie’s mother is a serial killer. The only way Annie can make it stop is to hand her in to the police. With a new foster family and a new name - Milly she hopes for a fresh start. Now, surely, she can be whoever she wants to be. As her Mother’s trial looms, the secrets of Milly’s past won’t let her sleep. Because Milly’s mother is a serial killer. And blood is thicker than water....
Kill the father by Sandrone Dazieri
A Richard and Judy autumn selection. England, September, 1939. Lily Shepherd boards a cruise liner for a new life in Australia and is plunged into a world of cocktails, jazz and glamorous friends. But as the sun beats down, poisonous secrets begin to surface. Suddenly Lily finds herself trapped with nowhere to go... Australia, six weeks later. The world is at war, the cruise liner docks, and a beautiful young woman is escorted on to dry land in handcuffs. What has she done?
ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20)
Taking on too much won’t help the situation. You may be out of sorts if you have been extravagant or have let children or friends take advantage of you financially. Be discreet and don’t reveal any personal information. LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Organize your house and be sure to include the whole family in the projects you have set out to do. You could be misinterpreted if you’re not careful. You should be putting in some overtime.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Get involved in a competitive sport that will bring the challenges you thrive on. You will have to face each issue separately and in person. One sided attractions are likely.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Unrealistic promises will only get you in trouble. You will find that social activities will be enjoyable and will promote new connections. You can make positive changes in your home. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Ask family members for help and you will be able to complete the projects more quickly. Turn your present relationship around or start a new one. Beware of colleagues who don’t have your best interests in mind.
A True Story The murder of a little boy in broad daylight on his way home from football training sends shock waves through the city of Liverpool. Detective Superintendent Dave Kelly is under increasing pressure to bring the killer to justice, but his efforts are frustrated by the suspects friends and family, who spin a web of lies to keep him free. Rhys’ parents navigate their way through the emotional fallout, whilst battling to keep their family together.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Organize your day well if you wish to accomplish all you set out to do. Your charm and generosity will bring new friends and romantic opportunities. Avoid being intimately involved with clients or colleagues. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Put all your energy into moneymaking ventures. Don’t blame others for your own stubbornness. You can’t do everything on your own.
More than half a million home sales forecast for 2018 Property sales in Spain are forecast to reach 526,000 units in 2018, 9.3% more than the 481,000 transactions expected this year, and 21% more than last year, according to Anticipa, one of Spain’s biggest real estate servicers. All this provided that mortgage conditions and the Spanish and Euro zone economies behave as forecast.
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company’s managing director Eduard Mendiluce and Josep Oliver, a lecturer at the Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona (UAB), whose team compiled the report. The company’s forecast for 2018 is 85% higher than the nadir of 2013 when just
285,000 homes were sold in Spain. However, as Oliver points out, the market is still 42% below its peak of over 900,000 sales in 2006. Building completions on new homes in Spain will also be well below their peak reached in the boom years. The report expects a total of 63,400 in 2019, compared to 62,900 in 2017. Although these figures do show a significant increase (over 48%) in relation to the low of 2016 (42,700 completed properties), volume still lies
90% below its peak. For Catalunya, the report (published before the Catalan separatist crisis exploded) forecasts around 82,000 property sales in 2017 (an increase of 10.8%) and around 90,000 in 2018 (up 9.8%). Regarding prices, it expects increases of 6.9% this year and 6.1% for next. Given that property prices fell more than the average for Spain (almost 45% compared to 37%), in 2018 they will still be 27% below those seen in 2007.
How long does it take to evict non-paying tenants? T ENANTS who don’t pay their rent are a night mare for landlords everywhere. But in Spain the problem is exacerbated by the long time it takes to evict tenants who don’t pay. On average it takes almost a year. According to research by a legal firm called Pluslegal Abogados, it takes on average 347 days to evict a non-paying tenant in Spain. The actual time varies, however, depending on the place where the eviction takes place. The legal firm analysed data from
12 provinces including the largest in terms of inhabitants. They found that Seville and Murcia are the provinces where landlords have to wait longest between the tenant not paying and eviction. In these two provinces, it takes a whole year.
The next provinces where the time between nonpayment and eviction is longest are Malaga, Cordoba and Barcelona, where it takes 359, 354 and 352 days, respectively, so around eleven and a half months. In the case of Madrid, it takes up to 347 days, in line with the national average. In the Comunidad Valenciana, it’s almost a week shorter – 342 days in Alicante province and 341 in Valencia.
Eviction times are quicker in A Coruña (338 days), Vizcaya (322 days), Zaragoza (320 days) and Alava (317 days), where the process is completed in less than 11 months. However, there is now some good news for landlords in Spain, as the Government in Madrid is preparing new legislation to make it easier and quicker to evict squatters and tenants who don’t pay their rent.
Written by Mark Stücklin Mark Stücklin is a Barcelona-based property market analyst and consultant, and author of the 'Spanish Property Doctor' column in the Sunday Times (2005 - 2008).
He can be reached by email on ms@spanishpropertyinsight.com.
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Lovely detached house surrounded by beautiful forest and fruit trees in La Montañeta area, in Garachico municipality, in the north of the island. Built in two floors, this house has been fully restored. Downstairs it comprises of a double bedroom, bathroom, large living-dining area with fireplace, fully fitted separate kitchen with kitchen diner, storage room and utility room. Upstairs, two bedrooms, bathrooms, lovely conservatory and mezzanine. The house has gas central heating. There is also a small guest annex, garage and out buildings all of which are extremely well maintained. The large plot of land has beautiful Canarian pine trees and matured fruit and nut trees offering avocados, kaki, nisperos, apples, macadamia nuts, walnuts, plums, oranges and lemons. A beautiful and quiet location but only two mins away from the main road and the village of La Montañeta. The main town of Icod de los vinos is at 10 minute drive, with all its amenities and a further five minute drive, the beach area of Playa San Marcos.
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750.000 Euros
179.800 €
Detached 2 bedroom Villa with spacious light open plan living area, new modern fitted kitchen, 2 bathrooms 1 en-suite, shower room, storage room, outdoor kitchen, BBQ, sauna and various terraces. Garage and private pool.
780.000 Euros
Furnished split level 1 bedroom apartment with lounge area, dining area, fitted kitchen, bathroom and large sunny terrace with panoramic views.
110.000 Euros
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CENTRAL LOCATED APARTMENT IN PUERTO DE LA CRUZ - MARTIANEZ Charming apartment with 1 bedroom, bathroom with shower, new kitchen, pool, very short distances to the beach Martianez, shopping and restaurants, optional 2 parking lots for 30.000,- € available, 45 sqm, 5th floor, elevator
80.000€
WONDERFUL HOUSE IN PUERTO The main living area offers a fantastic living room with dinner area and an open modern high quality kitchen, a terrace and a nice garden with pool, in the lower level are 2 studios with balconies and bathrooms, kitchens, all bathrooms and living areas in high quality and modern, garage for 2 cars,the view over the Loro Parque to the atlantic is unique, 230 sqm living space, plot 505 m2. 580.000€
CHARMING APARTMENT IN LOS REALEJOS – ROMANTICA II Very charming apartment in silent location of Romantica II near tennis club Miramar, completely furnished living room with modern open kitchen, very nice bedroom, terrace and large roof terrace, view to the atlantic, 52 sqm living space.
106.000€
BRIGHT APARTMENT IN THE CENTER OF PUERTO DE LA CRUZ
PUERTO DE LA CRUZ MARTIANEZ BEACH
Completely renovated in 2017, living room very bright through 2 windows, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, wintergarden on balcony, little storage room, 57 sqm, elevator is in place, short distance to Martianez beach.
Fantastic apartment in 9th floor, completely renovated, directly at the beach, central location, 100 sqm, 2 bedrooms, modern bathroom, pool, barrier free, elevator.
295.000€
157.500€
Your real estate partner for more than 25 years For 25 years, our family has been successfully brokering residential and commercial properties in the medium and upper price ranges. With several branches in Germany and Spain, Jürgen Weiss Inmobiliaria is progressively growing and is now being managed by both the first and second generation. We offer a large selection of properties in the North and the South of Tenerife and are happy to help you make your dream, of having your own property on this beautiful island, come true.
Av. Fam. Betancourt y Molina, 35 38400 Puerto de la Cruz
Tel.: 922 10 10 12
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