Costa Blanca Leader 563

No 563

Tuesday, 7th April, 2015

EASTER CELEBRATION SUCCESS

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After a bumper weekend around the area, the towns and cities along the coast have started to return to normality, as one of the busiest Easter holidays for some time came to a close.

The DGT traffic department had planned for an estimated 13.5 million journeys on the roads during the weekend, an estimated 4.7% increase on the same period last year.

The celebrations in Orihuela utilised modern technology this year, with a dedicated website set up offering pic-

tures, videos and guides, as well as route maps and other information which would allow visitors from around the world to research their expectations via www.semanasantaorihuela.com, supporting the status of International Tourist Interest that Orihuela has achieved.

Instagram also played a big part this year, with a special hashtag being used to group pictures together. #semanasantaorihuela2015 was the tag to put on pictures, with the tourism department promising to choose the best from the selection and a prize on offer for the winner.

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Buses were provided from the Orihuela Costa to the city for coastal residents to enjoy the celebrations. The first bus will ran on Maundy Thursday to coincide with the night time solemn parade, the Procesión De La Hermandad Del Silencio. On Good Friday a bus took residents to watch the Procesión General De La Pasión, and on Easter Saturday, a bus took visitors to the Procesión Del Santo Entierro De Cristo.

With processions taking place right through the period, it was those on Thursday and Friday that were the most dramatic.

The streets of Orihuela were plunged into darkness late at night for the solemn procession on Thursday, with the silence only being broken by the sound of a drum and a horn as the emotion of the respect that the parade represented was felt in the hearts of those watching.

Sunday was a day of celebration, as the procession of jubilation took to the streets, accompanied by the noise of beating drums, to bring the fiesta to a close for another year.

Not unlike Christmas, for many

Tuesday, 7th April, 2015 Easter is about overindulgence as much as any religious message that it may represent, as chocolate eggs are bought and eaten in abundance, but for those perhaps unable to enjoy the little luxuries, help is also at hand at this time of year.

Food collections for the needy have been taking place around the area. In fact, the Hermandad del Silencio y Oración group, from the Orihuela town of el Huerto, collected 280 kilos of food which has been handed over to the Caritas organisation. The members of the brotherhood came up with the idea that all 38 of the bearers carrying the Cristo del Silencio would join in a solidarity drive. Having become established in 1942, this is the first year they have tried such a scheme, but vow to repeat it every year on account of the success.

The success of Easter also looks set to be good news for the tourism industry too.

Ordinarily, a busy Easter means an even busier summer.

The last few years has seen steady growth in the area and this year looks set to break records once again.

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Processions took place throughout Holy Week

Hermandad del Silencio y Oración group, from the Orihuela town of el Huerto, collected over 280 kg of food for Caritas

SUCCESSFUL CARITAS EVENT IN CAMPOVERDE A fabulous night was hosted

by Jimmy of The Rusty Nail in Campoverde, many thanks for the free buffet supplied on the night. Also a big thank you to the Portobello ladies for their work with the casino, thanks to the raffle ticket sellers, and to all the kind folk for their donations for the raffle prize.

A lovely hamper was put together by Eddie and his wife from donations received, Also a big thank you to Brian Jenkins and his wife Jean, who gave their services free of charge and supplied 3 hours of music, with many many compliments on the performance from both men and women with requests for more country music to be done in the area.

As can be seen from the picture, Committee members of Caritas along with The Mayor and deputy Mayor of Torre de la Horadada, and other

Town Hall members, took grateful possession of €700 Euros on Thursday Lunchtime outside the Church in Pilar de la Horadada.

The next event is provisionally booked for Saturday June 6th at the Rusty Nail again, this time Brian will supply us with a night of 50/60/70s music, so get your teddy boy/girl outfits ready for this one, and come and enjoy. More details nearer to the time Thanks again to everyone involved in making the event a true success.

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NEW REPORTS CRITICAL OF SPAIN TRANSPORT SYSTEMS

The Two paragon’s of Spain’s transport system, the AENA National Airport Authority and AVE High Speed Train Network are both badly underachieving according to recent reports.

Only 14 of Spain’s 48 AENA run airports are currently turning in a profit while every single AVE high-speed rail line is making a multi million euro loss with costs “neither beneficial to businesses nor society,” and failing to compensate passenger savings in airline tickets or time spent on the road.

The AENA report was made in their submission to the CNMV stock market watchdog following the company’s stock exchange debut that has forced it to become more transparent in its accounts while the AVE report was compiled by the Foundation for the Studies of Applied Economics (Fedea), which conducted an analysis of the major AVE routes.

The AENA report says that Madrid’s Adolfo SuárezBarajas International Airport leads the group in terms of revenue although Barcelona’s El Prat generated the highest pre-tax profits, followed by Palma de Mallorca, Tenerife Sur and Gran Canaria.

Alicante showed a profit of just over 50 million euro for the year while Murcia/San Javier reported a 0.6 million euro loss, understandable, one would think, in view of the negative press regularly rolled out by the Murcia government as they try to convince the public of the merits of opening Corvera.

The airports that reported the biggest losses before taxes last year were those in La Palma, Santiago de Compostela and Vigo. However as they are not part of the AENA network, the little-used Castellón and Ciudad Real airports – both of which have come to be viewed as white elephants because of the huge amounts of public money that local politicians spent on building them, did not feature in the report, neither of course did Corvera for the same sorts of reasons.

In terms of earnings before interest and taxes, Madrid-Barajas brought in €567 million followed

by El Prat (€510 million) and Palma de Mallorca (€181 million) while four airports ended the year with pre-tax losses of over €10 million: La Palma (-

€18 million); Santiago (-€15 million); Vigo (€10.85 million); and Pamplona (-€10.5 million).

Meanwhile the AVE report from the Foundation for the Studies of Applied Economics (Fedea), said that not one AVE high-speed rail line is turning a profit with multi-billion investments made by past and current governments way off track The study looked at traffic on AVE’s four major rail lines: Madrid-Barcelona, Madrid-Andalusia, Madrid-Levante and Madrid-North which, together, carry 70 percent of all high-speed rail passengers.

The network covers 2,515 kilometers with, in an election year, the Public Works Ministry recently announcing, an additional 1,200 kilometers connecting eight further provincial capitals, under construction.

Only China has more rail lines. However, the number of travelers in Spain who use the high-speed rail service is much lower than in other countries.

Researchers determined that there were 11,800 passengers for every kilometer compared with the 158,121 passengers per kilometer in Japan and 61,400 in France.

Fedea estimates that Spanish governments – including the current one – have spent more than €40 billion in constructing the rail system, with another €12 billion going to related projects.

(Fedea) said that the current demand for train services wasn’t enough to recover the investments made by past and current Spanish governments saying that such huge investments were made purely for “political gain” “Our conclusions put in question the lack of fundamental economic reasons to make such investments in high-speed rail for Spain,” the researchers said.

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AN EVENING OF COMEDY GASP announces its latest production ' AN EVENING OF COMEDY WITH GASP'. A collection of 6 short plays, ranging from the hilarious to the thought provoking & featuring the first production of '18 SHADY GREENS', written by local author Terry Lacey. Production takes place on Wed 8th April & Thurs 9th April at the Life Resort in Gran Alacant. Tickets are 7 euros each, or 2 for 12 euros & can be obtained by 'phoning 966 181 113, 628 774 461, 966 181 194 or e-mail gasptheatre@hotmail.co.uk

SYRIA RECRUITS Two young teenagers were arrested early Tuesday in northeastern Spain, the same morning they planned to travel to Syria to fight with Islamist militants there, the Spanish interior ministry said. Police arrested the two, both aged under 16, and another two suspects in a raid in the Mediterranean city of Badalona, about 11 kilometers from Barcelona. The ministry said the teenagers had dropped out of school in Badalona and begun studying at an Islamic center in Morocco. They were due to travel Tuesday morning through Morocco to Turkey and from there onto Syria with the full knowledge of those close to them including their mother, said the ministry.

BENIDORM SHARK WATCH BRITS heading to Benidorm and the Spanish costas for Easter have been warned to watch for sharks. Three were found washed up on the shore of the resort last month. Two sinister-looking threshers and a threemetre bluntnose sixgill shark were caught in fishing nets. But locals think tourism bosses are trying to keep it quiet as thousands of holidaymakers are due to arrive for the holiday. Last year saw a string of spinner shark sightings near Benidorm’s main beach. A local said: “It’s not unusual for sharks to be spotted every now and then.

But three in the space of a few days is a worry.

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NEW LOW COST FLIGHT ROUTES FOR SPAIN

Norwegian airlines have continued their rapid expansion plan, adding four new routes during the course of last week, including another transatlantic route, namely the addition of weekly (Tuesdays) departures from Copenhagen to Orlando.

The exciting news for Spain however is the new route connections to the UK, with flights from Madrid and Málaga to Birmingham International.

Thomas Ramdahl, CCO, Norwegian, said: “We’re very happy to celebrate the new routes from Birmingham to several destinations in Spain. Now travellers in the greater Birmingham area can take advantage of Norwegian’s low fares and awardwinning service. Our crew is looking forward to welcoming new customers on board our brand new and more environmentally friendly fleet of 737-

800s with free Wi-Fi.” In addition, Ryanair are promoting their route from Alicante to Gdansk, and Berlin Schönefeld, Bratislavia, Bucharest and Vilnius to Madrid, Cologne Bonn to Barcelona, and Palma de Mallorca to Gothenburg.

Monarch Airlines increased its Leeds Bradford offering with the addition of two new routes, both of which are operated by its 180-seat A320s. On 29 March, the airline introduced thrice-weekly flights to Alicante, a route already operated by Jet2.com (daily) and Ryanair (five times weekly).

British Airways launched a London to Bilbao route last week too, flying on Airbus A319 and A320 aircraft, which feature improved cabins with extra space and a higher level of comfort on this new regular service.

PP MAYORAL NOMINATIONS APPROVED FOR ALICANTE The Provincial Election Committee of the Popular Party of the Province of Alicante, chaired by Torrevieja mayor Eduardo Dolon, has unanimously approved the nomination of the candidates of 10 mayors to towns with fewer than 20,000 inhabitants in the upcoming municipal elections to be held on May 24 .

The candidates are: Monóvar - Deseada Bellot Molera Rojales - Alberto Ros Martin Jijona - Fuensanta Galiana Lopez L'Alqueria d'Asnar - Carmina Santamaría Montava Algorfa - Antonio Lorenzo Paredes Daya Nueva - Miquel Pablo Castillo Ferri Ondara - José Joaquín Ferrando Soler Senija - Juan Ferrer Bastidas Teulada - Carlos Linares Bañón Sella - Natalia Hernández Ferrer

NEW ORIHUELA PARTY LISTS IT’S CANDIDATES Last Sunday Queremos Orihuela presented the names of their candidates for the upcoming Local Elections in May. 25 nominations were listed in addition to 3 reserves.

Before their nominations can be endorsed however the group need to gather a list of 1500 supporters, members of the electorate, which a spokesman said is now in hand. He said that during the coming weeks party activists will be out on the streets canvassing local voters who he is confident will provide their support to this new, and completely untried, Orihuela Party.

The top 5 nominations are : 1.- Rosa María Igualada Gil. 2.- José Antonio Ballesteros Martos. 3.- Gloria María Granero Pérez. 4.- José Antonio Lozano López and 5.- Daniel Martínez Amat

GERMAN’S LUCKY CASE Officers from the National Police successfully located and retrieved a suitcase that had been left in error at Alicante-Elche airport by a German passenger.

The incident occurred on Tuesday evening when the tourist alerted the police to the fact that the suitcase had been misplaced outside the terminal building.

The police organized a search and located the suitcase which was resting on a bench outside the second floor of the airport building.

What is particularly significant in this particular lucky find is that the case contained 8,000 euro in cash and a laptop computer.

The suitcase was successfully delivered to the

relieved owner which, according to the police, had been “carelessly forgotten” by the owner.

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FORMBY’ S LOST LO VE LOS Montesinos author Andrew Atkinson is a step closer to getting his book 'Formby's Lost Love' published after a London publisher, Austin Macauley, based in Canary Wharf, has asked for the complete manuscript of 'Formby's Lost Love' following a synopsis submission.

"The Austin Macauley board of editors have reported back favourably regarding the initial submission," said Senior Editor Hayley Knight. "We now wish to view the complete manuscript in its final form.

'Formby's Lost Love' tells the previously untold story of school teacher Pat Howson, who was engaged to ukulele legend George Formby in 1961.

Formby, who died aged 56, days before their planned wedding in March 1961, bequeathed the majority of his Estate to Pat, equating to over £2m today.

In the following decade Religious teacher Pat faced years of Court wranglings over the will; the split of her parents; the death of her mother, and her own untimely death of ovarian cancer, aged 46, in 1971.

"I am thrilled to have received notification from Austin Macauley asking for the complete manuscript of 'Formby's Lost Love'," said Andrew, who has a property in Los Montesinos. "It has been 54 years since George Formby and Pat Howson were engaged to be married - thwarted after Britain's ukulele star's fatal heart attack," said Andrew, 57.

"I have researched Pat Howson's life story, from being a young girl, to the grave, with in-depth interviews with those who knew her best," said Andrew.

A decade after Formby's death Pat was set to enter a Convent and become a nun, to finally escape years of turmoil and hell, after challenges to his will.

"Interviews and revelations have been undertaken with Pat Howson's close friends, and her solicitor, who talks about her for the first time in 44 years," said Andrew. "Pat Howson was diagnosed with ovarian cancer - and died six weeks later," said Andrew.

"Pat's untold life story is one of sorrow, tears and sadness, having been thrown into the limelight through George Formby," said Andrew. Formby's link to Spain was with his hit: 'The Lancashire Toreador' in 1937. Formby's 'naughty' lyrics included: 'Don Pedro, the big bull-fighting hero, The Lancashire Toreador. 'I met-a charming senor-eta. She said, 'To love you I can never', then kissed me good-bye for ever. That night, as she retired, she locked her bedroom door. 'She started to undress and timidly she looked

round, Said, 'Thank God, I am rid of him for he's homeward bound', But when she pulled the bed clothes down now guess what she found? Why The Lancashire Toreador. 'Don Pedro, the big bull-fighting hero, The Lancashire Toreador. I scare 'em, no mercy ever spare 'em. In the dead of night I ramble, Spanish castle walls I scramble. 'I saw a shadow above a girl in her boudoir.

I climbed up her balcony, it started to sway. She shouted, 'Murder! there's a bandit, spare my life, pray'. 'But when my castanets I rattled she said, 'Hooray! It's The Lancashire Toreador'.

'The image below shows ‘Formby's Lost Love' author Andrew Atkinson with the letter from London publishers Austin Macauley.

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FREEMASONRY ON THE COSTA BLANCA The Las Salinas Freemason Lodge has gone from strength to strength since it was formed a decade ago and has raised 2000 a year to a variety of charities.

This year (2014) 860€ has been donated to Outreach for the purchase of meat to fill their freezers and 1000€ to Aliemientas Solidarios (dubbed The Soup Kitchen) for the purchase of milk and other essential supplies to further their good work amongst poor and hungry in Torrevieja.

Anyone interested in the work of Logia de Las Salinas can obtain more information by emailing Eddie Davies, Charity Steward on eddiedee@gmail.com

Pictured is the Lodge Worshipful Master, Keith Hutchinson making the presentation to the deputy President of Aliemientas Solidarios, Juan Alvarez.

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GROWING ECONOMY The Spanish economy will probably grow by between 2.5 percent and 3 percent this year, according to a statement made

by Economy Minister Luis de Guindos on Monday. De Guindos said that the country's economy could grow by "between 2.5 percent and 3 percent", although the figure would be confirmed by the end of April, when the Spanish government will announce the economic forecasts that will be sent to the EU.

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KARLOS BERNABÉ LEADS CAMBIEMOS ORIHUELA INTO ELECTIONS Karlos Bernabé was elected as the mayoral candidate for Cambiemos Orihuela for the upcoming municipal elections.

With an 84% participation rate this was the first list elected by the citizens of Orihuela entirely through open primaries.

On Saturday 28 March, the primary process that determined the electoral list which Cambiemos Orihuela will present in the upcoming Municipal Elections came to a close. The coalition brings together the Green Party (Los Verdes), United Left (Izquierda Unida) and independent persons with the common goal of citizen participation and a transparent democracy.

FIRST TEST FOR PODEMOS Podemos, the Spanish anti-austerity party, will be a prominent force in Andalusia’s regional parliament after it won 15 seats in the party’s first election since its ally Syriza triumphed in Greece. However, the Socialists, who have held power in Andalusia for more than three decades, will continue to govern the region. Lead by Susana Díaz, they won 35% percent of the vote, earning them 47 seats, but shy of an outright majority.

COOL AS Spain has become Europe´s largest cucumber producer, after figures released show that of the 2,781.52 million kilos produced across the continent, Spain is responsible for 754.4 million, 27.12% of the total. It is followed by Poland, with 512.71 million kilos and 18.43%. and then Netherlands, with 400 million kilos..

Karlos Bernabé, Lic. Psychology, is Cambiemos Orihuela’s candidate for Mayor. Second on our list is Marta Guillén, architect, third, Manu Mazón, Lic. Audiovisual Communication; fourth, Ester Romero, journalist and Orihuela Costa resident; fifth, Javier Gracia, business owner; and sixth, Pascuala Sandoval, teacher.

The list was ratified at the 10th Assembly of Cambiemos Orihuela held on Monday 30 March in the Maria Moliner Public Library. The list of candidates will be officially presented this week. All information related to the primary process, participation, results and the final list is published and can be seen on our website and social networks at cambiemosorihuela.org and FB Cambiemos Orihuela.

Top 5: 1. Carlos Bernabé Martínez 2. Marta Guillén Llor, 3. Manuel Enrique Mazón Menargues, 4.

Ester Romero Saugar, 5. Manuel Javier Gracia Gil

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ORIHUELA TEATRO CIRCO THEATRE SCHEDULE PUBLISHED The Culture Department of Orihuela has presented the schedule for the famous Teatro Circo in the city, covering the months of April, May and June.

In addition, there is a loyalty scheme operating at the box office which gives you 30% discount for six shows, from a choice of TEATRO INFANTIL ALEGRÍA Palabra de Gloria Fuertes, TEATRO CLÁSICO LA ESCUELA DE LOS VICIOS, CONCIERTO AMAIA MONTERO, CONCIERTO TAMARA "Contigo siempre", TEATRO EL NOMBRE, TEATRO CLÁSICO EL MERCADER DE VENECIA, BALLET JALEOS-APRÉS TOIBOLERO and TEATRO LOBAS. One of the most exciting concerts for many of the locals will be the appearance of Spanish superstar David Bisbal, who will be performing live in the theatre in December and sure to be a sell out success.

A full Schedule is available from the tourist information office for a variety of shows being held in this unique venue.

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HEALTHY FOAL BORN AT ROJALES HORSE RESCUE CENTRE Arthur just 4 days old

The Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre has welcomed a healthy foal into the world, in a happy ending to a terrible case of animal abuse and neglect.

The little colt, named Arthur, was born late on March 29 to proud mum Guinevere, one of three terribly thin mares and a stallion rescued from Granada last December.

“The owner of these horses was a breeder and because of the financial crisis he literally stopped feeding them. The police prosecuted and then a court order was raised and we were asked to bring them here all the way from Granada,” rescue centre co-founder Sue Weeding said.

The rescue was a joint operation with Malaga-based rescue charity El Refugio del Burrito, which took at least four donkeys into custody. All animals found at the Granada property were severely malnourished and at least one dead foal was found.

“We were very apprehensive about this birth because the mare really was in a terrible condition when she arrived three months ago but, with the good food and nutrition she has received since, little Arthur looks to have arrived safe and well,” Sue

said.

“Another of the Granada mares, Morgana, is due to give birth in the next few weeks and we all have our fingers crossed that her birth will go well, too.”

Donations and sponsorships to help continue this important work are gratefully welcomed. Every cent donated or spent in the rescue centre’s network of eight charity shops across the Alicante province goes towards the feeding and care of the more than 90 horses, ponies and donkeys that live at the centre.

Donations of furniture, clothing and bric-a-brac to stock the shops are welcome. Please call 652 021 980 for more information about furniture pick-ups and volunteering.

The Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre opens to the public for free on the first Sunday of every month between 1pm and 4pm. The first horse tour begins at 2pm.

EHCRC is located just outside Rojales at Partido Lo Garriga 59. For directions and details on how to sponsor horses, please visit www.easyhorsecare.net

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CAMPAIGN TO REMOVE ILLEGAL WASTE TIPS C.L.A.R.O. Councillor Bob Houliston presented a Motion in the full Orihuela council meeting (Plenary) on 25 March calling for a campaign to remove the ugly, illegal waste tips which are widespread throughout Orihuela Costa and elsewhere in the municipality.

These tips, which are on public as well as private land, contain everything from builder’s rubble, discarded furniture, sanitary ware, television sets and, in Orihuela Costa, garden waste. It is of course illegal to dump waste and the Town Hall has a clear legal obligation to remove what is dumped. However, over the years, those who dump have not been caught and the Town Hall has been half-hearted in clearing up the mess. Once they are allowed to appear, further rubbish is dumped on top. They grow to an unsightly size and attract vermin. The result is a whole series of eyesores which are offensive to residents, a danger to the environment and present a negative image to tourists and holidaymakers.

Bob Houliston’s motion called for a crash programme to clean up these illegal waste tips before the holiday season starts and measures to prevent dumping in the future, including information campaigns, a recycling centre (ecoparque) away from housing and applying the fines provided for in the local by-laws. The motion was presented in a moderate manner not criticising and putting the blame on the current government since the problem goes back many years.

In the course of the debate both the government and the opposition Popular Party expressed their support. The only party which opposed was Pedro Mancebo’s Centro Liberal Renovador Party (CLR). They adopted their usual negative and critical attitude, rejecting the proposal simply because it was put forward by C.L.A.R.O. The motion was overwhelmingly approved and it is now up to the government to try and follow up their support by taking measures to clean up these unwelcome, unhealthy eyesores.

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A CRACKING NEW PANTO Rojales Pantomime group now have scripts ready for their next Panto to be presented in January.

Humpty Dumpty is an unusual pantomime but just as hilarious as any other with a Dame, a Villain, comic duo, Princess, King and Queen also including other nursery rhyme characters.

Auditions are being held in April and May for rehearsals to begin in September. Interested contact Mandy 685 302 529 email mandyohagan@hotmail.com

NEW IBERIA ROUTES Iberia airlines confirmed the reopening of its Madrid-Havana route on June 1 describing it as the star on its long operational range. A communiqué by the airline company on Monday reads that flights to Montevideo, Uruguay and to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic are also part of its plans for the season.

Iberia will open three destinations: Havana on June 1, Cali and Medellin, in Colombia, starting June 3. In Europe, Iberia Express will inaugurate flights to five destinations in Italy and to Hamburg, while it will increase the number of flights to Berlin, Frankfurt and Dusseldorf.

FACE TRANSPLANT A Spanish hospital said Monday it has successfully carried out the world's most complex face transplant, reconstructing the lower face, neck, mouth, tongue and back of the throat of a man terribly disfigured by disease. A team of 45 physicians, nurses, anaesthesiologists and other health professionals carried out the 27hour operation at Barcelona's Vall d'Hebron University Hospital, the hospital said in a statement. "This is the first time that a transplant of this complexity is performed in the world," the statement said.

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MADRID LINK TO ABU DHABI Etihad Airways have begun their four times a week, non-stop service between Abu Dhabi and Madrid, the airways’ first destination in Spain. Madrid joins a group of 20 leading European cities that the airline flies to including Brussels, Dublin, Frankfurt, Geneva, London and Paris. James Hogan, Etihad Airways’ President and Chief Executive Officer, said: “Madrid is an important addition to Etihad Airways’ European and global network, and we are delighted to commence our operations to the Spanish capital.

100 MBPS BROADBAND FOR SCHOOLS Spain's industry ministry has announced that it will be allocating EUR 330 million to bring broadband at speeds of up to 100 Mbps to all Spanish schools. The corresponding framework agreement was signed by the country's industry minister Jose Manuel Soria, education minister Jose Ignacio Wert and economy minister Luis de Guindos last week.

He said that over 6.5 million students in over 16,500 state-funded schools would benefit from the project that formed part of Spain's Digital Agenda objectives.

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TORREVIEJA LAUNCH SPRING CULTURAL AGENDA

Torrevieja´s councillor for culture, Luis María Pizana, accompanied by the coordinator, Manuel Esteban Moreno, presented the spring cultures and leisure agenda for the city of Torrevieja, which will provide a range of entertainment activities through to June.

In the agenda, there are 65 concerts, 18 workshops, 17 plays, 9 ballets, 8 exhibitions, 6 children´s shows, 5 conferences, 3 musical, 3 fairs and 3 film screenings, amongst others, in a schedule that has cost 58,000 euro.

Pizana explained how 55 local authorities have collaborated with the town hall for this agenda, including the Municipal Institute of Culture "Joaquin Chapaprieta", which has published a total of 15,000 copies of the complete cultural agenda with can be collected from the tourist information offices and will be sent to those registered on the database.

Girl group Sweet California kicked of the entertainment this weekend with a concert at the Eras se la Sal. On April 10th and 11th, the Municipal Theatre will host the 29th International Coral Contest "City of Torrevieja", in which the Youth Choir and Chorale "Francisco Vallejos", the Choir of the University of Murcia, the Chamber Choir of Sevilla and others will participate.

On April 16th, the Municipal Theatre will host the national premiere of "Stars of Russian Ballet", under the artistic direction of Yuri Vyskubenko, and will feature the leading figures

of the Bolshoi Theatre , Stanislavski and Kremlin.

On Saturday, May 2nd, at the International Music Hall, the Murcia Regional Symphony Orchestra and the Ricardo Lafuente Municipal Choir will perform Beethoven's 9th Symphony.

On Sunday May 3rd, the Municipal Theatre will host a tribute to Eric Clapton, and Saturday May 16th, the theatre will also host a tribute concert to Dire Straits.

Not forgetting the May Fair falls within this agenda, taking place in Torrevieja from Wednesday May 6th to Sunday May 10th, with an appearance by Spanish singing duo Camela on May 8th.

On Saturday May 23rd, renowned Spanish singer David Bustamante will perform at the Municipal Theatre.

In June there will be a short film festival and the return of the comedy show Gin and Tony, providing a varied combination of Spanish humour.

The agenda is out now and can also be downloaded from the website, www.torreviejacultural.com, giving full details of the spring agenda.

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CARTAGENA FIESTA SEEKS INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION The council of Cartagena unanimously approved a decision to have the Carthaginians and Romans Fiesta recognised as being of International Tourist Interest.

Therefore, the government team will now notify the Turepaña tourism body of the support, which will see the profile of the annual event raised from being of national to worldwide importance.

The fiesta is held each year to commemorate the capture of the city in 209 BC by the Roman troops of Escipion, marking a festive week in which alternate days are devoted to one or the other groups.

The wedding of Hannial and Himilce or the day of the Roman Circus, with its gladiators and wild animals, lead into the great parade on Saturday, the big day of the fiesta, when all the troops and legions march through the city.

The 2015 date is still to be confirmed, but once it has been set then it is a must for the diary as a unique event to be thrown into the past in an ancient city such as Cartagena, surrounded by historic and military infrastructure and home to roman ruins which can also be visited all year round, including a vast amphitheatre.

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‘Twitters from the Atlantic’ By Barrie Mahoney Barrie Mahoney was a head teacher and school inspector in the UK, as well as a reporter in Spain, before moving to the Canary Islands to launch and edit a new English language newspaper. He enjoys life in the sun as a columnist and author, and continues to write a series of popular novels, books for expats, as well as designing mobile apps and websites to promote the Canary Islands.

The Scourge of Meetings I am not a great lover of meetings - any meetings. I am sure that this comes from my days as a teacher when endless staff meetings were the order of the day. I remember hours spent discussing sports days, Christmas parties and the colour of paint for classrooms, when I would much rather have been marking pupils' books and planning lessons for the next busy day.

This is not to say that sports days and Christmas parties were unimportant, they were, but most issues could have been dealt with efficiently in minutes rather than the three hours often wasted after a busy school day, when most good teachers are exhausted.

It was after reading an article in an American management journal, lovingly produced for the American ‘How to be a manager in three easy lessons’ market, that I picked up a valuable nugget of advice that was to guide my future views and actions towards meetings. The theory was that no meeting should last for more than one hour; after all, anything that couldn't be dealt with within one hour was not important enough to discuss anyway. It was true, and I resolved that in my future career as a head teacher, and later as a school inspector, I would follow this guidance whenever possible.

This resolute approach to chairing meetings, not surprisingly, met with

some initial resistance. The usual practice of staff drifting in late to meetings, making a cup of coffee, chatting about the day, and complaining about parents and children had to come to an abrupt end. After all, discussions of this kind could continue after our meeting, but never before. My colleagues quickly learned to focus upon a pre-prepared and manageable agenda, which allowed for succinct discussion and to focus upon only what was important. Meetings took place under a strict one-hour rule, agenda items were routinely and efficiently dealt with, leaving time to focus upon what was really important, teaching and learning, as well as going home at a reasonable time. Endless discussions about Christmas parties and sports days became a thing of the past.

All this had to come to an abrupt end when I moved to Spain, where community meetings take place to deal with issues that may affect the residents of an apartment block or community area. In theory, it is a good and democratic idea, but once again, I was faced with endless meetings called to resolve such issues as lifts not working, the electric door to the communal garage not opening, and the eccentricity of the electricity supply. Meetings scheduled to start at 7.30pm eventually began at 8.30pm, with participants coming and going, babies crying, as well as texting and answering mobile phones during the meeting. The lack of an agenda, and roaming from one subject to another, as well as the whole procedure taking place in machine gun Spanish, meant that I eventually left the meetings, four hours later, exhausted, bewildered and very angry.

Last night we attended a village meeting to discuss a number of issues.

We felt it was important to show our faces and share concern about the issues to be discussed; after all, such meetings are an important part of local democracy. Eventually, the meeting started; there were several

angry monologues from local worthies, together with many interruptions and much shouting from a number of residents. After one hour we slipped away quietly to the bar next door to enjoy a pizza and a few drinks, whilst the meeting continued into the early hours of the morning. I am so pleased that I read that article in the American management journal; it has given me many hours of my life back.

If you enjoyed this article, take a look at Barrie’s websites: www.barriemahoney.com and www.thecanaryislander.com or read his latest book, ‘Escape to the Sun’ (ISBN: 9780957544444). Available as paperback, Kindle and iBooks. iPhone/iPad and Android Apps: ExpatInfo, CanaryIsle and CanaryGay now available. © Barrie Mahoney

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SPRING INTO SUMMER WITH MODA LA FINCA

We have new Spring and Summer collections, in beautiful colours, arriving every day.

As always Moda La Finca, Algorfa, are ready to help get your wardrobe ready for the Spring/Summer of 2015 !!! So as the weather has now turned and the sun has appeared, now is the time to go to Moda La Finca and look at the fantastic array of fashions that are now available in the main shop and in the Outlet.

Moda La Finca this year have excelled themselves both for men and for women. The choice and colours available is unbelievable and you need to visit the shop just to be able to see and to explore the wealth of fashion that is available for both of you.

For the 2nd year running, Moda La Finca is continuing with the Zeila label – affordable, styled, beautiful clothes, which will furnish your wardrobe for any event you may be looking forward to this Spring/Summer. As always, our favourite designer Frank Lyman’s lat-

est range is available alongside Chalou, Doris Streich and many others.

NEW this year are the German designer swimming costumes for the larger ladies. Sunflair costumes are not only available in beautiful designs but have a wonderful cut to suit and flatter the larger lady – a must for all as the heat descends upon us once again .

And never to be left out – the gentlemen also have a great array of clothing and colours to choose from – the Ben Green collection is available offering men nicely cut modern casual clothing for the Spring/Summer plus Club of Comfort and Briedhof jumpers for those early Summer cooler evenings. The selection is second to none.

Moda La Finca – Algorfa – clothes for every occasion Open Monday to Saturday 10am to 8pm – Bargain Rail every Saturday not to be missed !

Sunday 10am to 2pm - www.modalafinca.com

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ILLEGAL WALKWAY Dear Editor, I would like to correct your editorial in last Monday’s Leader:‘THE SELFISH OWNERS WHO CONSIDER THEMSELVES ABOVE THE LAW’ did NOT erect the perimeter fence 20 years ago to cut off the walkway to the general public. It was built in 1985 by the developer when our urbanisation was built on what was then waste land on top of the cliff, indeed for many years the army used the land for exercises.

There never was nor ever been a ‘public domain walkway’ along that stretch of cliff .The existing walkway from Campoamore was put in about 15 years ago up to our fence.

If, the fence was erected illegally in the last 20 years why has it taken them 20 years to do something about it, are they really that incompetent? The truth is it only came to a head when Agua Marina was built and the developer made wild promises and got the politicians involved, who saw this as an opportunity to generate votes – once started the political bandwagon had to keep going to save face With regard to the latest action taken by the Town Hall the reason Snr Zapata was

distancing himself from the activity and refused to comment any further is he has acted illegal in removing the wall. He has stated that the courts have ruled in favour of the Town Hall on two counts, this is completely false.

At the risk of upsetting some of the councillors or local politicians perhaps you could print this correction Regards Brian Honess President Bellavista 1

LOOKING TOWARD THE LOCAL ELECTIONS As a former CLR voter I was dismayed a few months ago to read that Pedro Mancebo was advocating the erection of a statue to the former King Juan Carlos.

Juan Carlos' monarchy has been riddled with scandals. His daughter and son-inlaw have been charged with tax and fraud and the former King went on a jolly to Africa with a woman who was not his wife to shoot elephants. He has previous form in killing defenceless animals as he is reported to have shot a drugged tame bear in Russia for a bit of sport. Laughably he was President of the Spanish branch of the World Wildlife

Fund until, by a vote of 94%, the membership removed him. Thankfully he has abdicated in favour of his son but any good he did in introducing democracy to Spain after Franco has been dwarfed by the monster of a monarchy he created.

Needless to say, as an opponent of animal cruelty, I shall not be voting for CLR and King Juan Carlos in the forthcoming election.

This issue of the Leader only serves to confuse voters further by printing 12 lines on page 6 indicating that Green Party officials are facing corruption charges only to contradict them in what appears to be a half page advertisement for the CLR Party on page 12, albeit with an "explanatory" editor's note at the foot of the article. If I continue to read Leader editorials I will probably be so confused I will end up not voting at all.

As the Leader seems to be a supporter of CLR I don't expect this letter to be printed but I'm sending it anyway just to get the matter off my chest.

Malcolm Drew (By email) Hi Malcolm The article you read was actually a press release from CLR’S Ray Kearney. I like to think that The Leader offers all parties the opportunity to get their mes-

SPANISH DRIVING LICENCE

So my advise to people who are thinking of changing to a Spanish Driving Licence is to go to the Police Station first and get the necessary certificate with the hope of only needing 1 visit to Trafico.

J. Waddington

Being a resident of Spain, and being told that it is now the law, I have applied for a Spanish driving licence. I had my medical and took all the necessary paper work to Trafico only to be told that now I must go to The National Police Station in Orihuela and obtain a "CERTIFICACION DE LA OFFICINA DE EXTRANJERIA, DE QUE ES RESIDENTE LEGAL EN ESPAÑA." (a certificate from the foreign office that I am a legal resident of Spain). Apparently a Residencia Certificate, Padron, Unility Bills and all the other papers I possess do not qualify these days. I hotfooted it to the Police Station to be told that I can only make an appointment for about 10days time and before my appointment must pay my fees at the bank. All this now in place I await to get my certificate and then when Trafico rings me I can return with the piece of paper I was short of and then my application can be processed.

We were always under the impression we could let our dogs run on the beaches from October to March, and have been doing this at La Mata and Guardamar.

However, we have now heard of people being fined at La Mata, seems a bit mean especially as no-one is on the beaches and you clean any mess they make, what is the harm! Our dogs love to run on the beach, it's about the only place they can stretch out and have space to play. They never go in the water so that's not a problem. The only other place is Mar Azul, and you can't drive your car in any more, but you can still walk through. A dog friendly beach would be fabulous for our two little dogs, and lots of other dogs too judging by the number I see on the beach in winter time.

Barbara Dean

sages out running up to the local elections and you will have undoubtedly seen recent contributions from Podemos, Los Verdes, IU and CLARO in the paper EDITOR

DOG BEACH IN TORREVIEJA

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CARRYING GAS CONTAINERS Although the winter months are coming to an end, there is still a chill in the air, and many people in Spain still rely on bottled gas to heat their homes, and many more rely on bottled gas for cooking.

Although the gas supply companies will deliver the bottles to your home, many people find it more convenient to pick up their own supply at many of the outlets across the country, exchanging the empty bottles for full ones, but in order to do this, we have to think about the safety and security implications of carrying a potentially lethal canister.

Depending on their size and weight, the canisters can be very heavy as they are filled with pressurised gas. At home, care should be taken as to where they are stored, in well ventilated places, away from heat and ignition sources, far away from toxic materials and always in an upright position.

In the car, it is equally crucial to take the necessary steps to ensure your safety and the safety of other road users.

Spanish law states that you can carry 2 gas bottles in the car, and they must be carried in an upright, vertical position. You must also

take necessary measure to ensure that the canisters are secured in the vehicle and cannot move during the journey.

The law also states that when you are carrying gas canisters, it is forbidden to park the vehicle in an underground car park.

You should also check with your local supply company for their recommendations for storage and carriage, as gas canisters can pose a major threat if not handled correctly, but are perfectly safe if the advice is followed.

Here is the Royal Decree which relates to carrying Gas in the car...

Real Decreto 919/2006, de 28 de julio, por el que se aprueba el Reglamento técnico de distribución y utilización de combustibles gaseosos.

Centros de almacenamiento y distribu-

ción de envases de gases licuados del petróleo (GLP).

6. Transporte de envases de GLP: Que los vehículos particulares que transporten envases de GLP tendrán limitada su carga a 2 envases móviles de hasta 15 Kg. de capacidad unitaria. Además indicar que: Los envases, tanto llenos como vacíos, con válvula de seguridad, se transportarán siempre en posición vertical en sus correspondientes jaulas para el transporte o correctamente estibadas. Los envases nuevos o reparados, sin gas, en transporte desde fábrica o taller a la planta, podrán ir en posición horizontal.

Los envases, tanto llenos como vacíos, deberán ir sujetos y se tomarán las disposiciones necesarias para evitar su caída durante el transporte.

Queda prohibido el estacionamiento de vehículos que contengan envases de GLP, cualquiera que sea su volumen de carga, en estacionamientos subterráneos.

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BOOST FOR UK CAR INDUSTRY Britain’s booming car manufacturing industry has received yet another huge boost with three major manufacturers announcing UK investments worth more than £1 billion in the past week.

Honda, Jaguar Land Rover and the London Taxi Company have each made announcements of funding to build new vehicle models, amounting to a total of £1.05 billion.

The latest announcements, which come on the back of a total of £7 billion committed in 2013 and 2014, are yet more evidence of the continuing renaissance in UK car production. In 2014, more than 1.5 million cars were produced in the UK – an increase of 50% since 2009, and the sector’s best performance since 2007.

The latest announcements include: 26 March: Jaguar Land Rover announces £600million new investment into its West Midlands operations, covering Castle Bromwich and Whitley sites.

26 March: Coventry-based London Taxi Company reveals a £250 million investment – as well as the creation of 1,000 jobs – as it prepares for production of a new range of ultra low emission taxis.

31 March: Honda unveils a £200 million spending plan with its Swindon plant to become the global production hub for the next-generation Honda Civic five-door.

Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive, said, “It has been a fantastic week for UK automotive, with more than £1 billion earmarked by vehicle manufacturers for new model production that will drive further growth for the sector. Honda’s decision to build its next generation Honda Civic, a global car in an important and growing segment, here in the UK caps off a record six days - the first time three manufacturers have announced nine-figure investments over such a short period of time.”

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‘SAILING FOR ALL’ OPEN DAY AT LOS ALCAZARES

Are you interested in trying sailing for the first time, or finding somewhere you can continue to enjoy the sport now you live in Spain? Well now’s your chance! The only multinational sailing club on the Costa Calida, SAMM, invites you to their Open Day on Thursday 9th April 10am till 4pm at CTD, Los Narejos, Los Alcàzares on the Mar Menor.

SAMM, the Sailing Association Mar Menor, has over 120 members

and most belong to one of six ‘Boat-Share Groups’ whose boats include dinghies, day sailers, a catamaran and a motor boat.

Another Group sail radio controlled model yachts and the owners of three large cruisers offer sailing opportunities. In addition to pleasure sailing, SAMM has an active racing program and a lively ‘Social Scene’.

The ‘Open day’ is being held at CTD (Centro Technico Deportivo), the Spanish sports academy right on the beach at Los Narejos, which is the centre of our activities. Except for the large cruisers our boats are based there. CTD is a fabulous venue open every day of the year. Its cafe sells hot and cold drinks and a selection of tapas, at bargain prices. There are indoor and outdoor seating areas, toilets and shower facilities.

All SAMM Groups encourage interested people to come and try their boats before joining and this ‘Open Day’ offers the perfect opportunity. So come along, examine our boats, talk to our members and, weather permitting, get out on the water for a trial sail.

For more information about SAMM in-advance of the ‘Open Day’ please visit our web site at www.sailingmarmenor.com

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08:00 Exite Breakfast with UK and World news every 30 minutes.

11:00 Dark Side of the Moon with Gary Jackson.

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14:00 Drama. Poirot - The Mysterious Affair at Styles. Episode 2 of 5. Poirot begins his first investigation with Hastings, and proves a stickler for minutiae. Stars John Moffatt and Simon Williams.

15:00 Drama. Baldi - The Devil’s Eye. Series 4 Episode 2 of 6. The priestly sleuth is confronted by shipwrecks and a remote Irish island community’s mysterious past. Stars David Threlfall.

16:00 Solid Gold Sixties with Geoff Dorsett.

17:00 The PBT Show. Join Paul Breen-Turner broadcasting from the “sv Sunrise” boat.

19:00 Comedy. Like They’ve Never Been Gone.

Sheila and Tommy were once the nation’s singing sweethearts. Could they ever be successful again?

Comedy series about an ageing showbiz couple who get a second stab at fame, starring June Whitfield and Roy Hudd.

20:00 Drama. Sherlock Holmes - The Sign of the Four Episode 2 of 2. The Great Agra Treasure - The case is proving difficult to crack, and for Watson there are tricky matters of the heart to negotiate. Stars Clive Merrison.

21:00 Wind Down, relaxing music for the evening.

22:00 Book at Bedtime. The China Factory by Mary Costello. Little Disturbances. Episode 2 of 5. A farmer avoids the doctor, aware his test results are bad.

Dying is no concern - it’s life that makes him tremble.

Read by Dermot Crowley.

Wednesday 08:00 Exite Breakfast with UK and World news every 30 minutes.

11:00 My Generation with Gary Jackson.

13:00 Power Anthems with Paul Baker.

14:00 Drama. Poirot - The Mysterious Affair at Styles. Episode 3 of 5. The coroner’s inquest raises awkward questions, and Inglethorpe incriminates himself. Stars John Moffatt and Simon Williams.

15:00 Drama. Baldi - The Smoker. Series 4 Episode

3 of 6. The priestly sleuth probes the murder of an outspoken, larger-than-life Dublin publisher and bon viveur. Stars David Threlfall.

16:00 Supersonic 70’s, with Geoff Dorsett.

17:00 The PBT Show. Join Paul Breen-Turner broadcasting from the “sv Sunrise” boat.

19:00 Comedy. Ring Around the Bath. New House.

A domestic situation comedy series written by Lucy Clare and Ian Davidson and produced by Elizabeth Freestone.

20:00 Drama. Five Summers and Johnny Onion by Dave Sheasby. For Anne, a photo provokes vivid memories of an intense lost love story across the English Channel. Stars Susan Jameson.

21:00 Wind Down, relaxing music for the evening.

22:00 Book at Bedtime. The China Factory by Mary Costello. Things I See. Episode 3 of 5. A woman is haunted by an event from her past which remains unchallenged. Tension-laden story read by Elaine Symons.

Thursday 08:00 Exite Breakfast with UK and World news every 30 minutes.

11:00 Nothing But The Nineties with Mike Brown.

13:00 The Mystery Top 40 with Paul Baker.

14:00 Drama. Poirot - The Mysterious Affair at Styles. Episode 4 of 5. An arrest is made. A court case begins. Things go from bad to worse for John and Lawrence. Stars John Moffatt and Sean Arnold.

15:00 Drama. Baldi - No Sin. Series 4 Episode 4 of 6.

A gym death sees the priestly sleuth probe a link between fitness fanaticism and mediaeval theology.

With David Threlfall.

16:00 Kick up the 80’s with Geoff Dorsett.

17:00 The PBT Show. Join Paul Breen-Turner broadcasting from the “sv Sunrise” boat.

19:00 Comedy. After Henry. Gossip.

20:00 Drama. Classic Serial, Something Fresh.

Episode 1 of 2. First of a two-part dramatisation of PG Wodehouse’s 1915 comic novel. Two imposters infiltrate Blandings Castle, intent on recovering a valuable scarab which the dotty Lord Emsworth has unknowingly acquired from a dyspeptic American millionaire.

21:00 Wind Down, relaxing music for the evening.

22:00 Book at Bedtime. The China Factory by Mary Costello. The Sewing Room. Episode 4 of 5. A retiring teacher recalls how a moment of bliss sends ripples of disquiet into every minute of her life. Read by Brid Brennan.

Friday 08:00 Exite Breakfast with UK and World news every 30 minutes.

11:00 Brit Rock with Dominic Forbes.

14:00 Drama. Poirot - The Mysterious Affair at Styles. Episode 5 of 5. Captain Hastings and Detective Inspector Japp are bewildered by Hercule Poirot’s antics at Styles Court. Stars John Moffatt.

15:00 Drama. Baldi - The Empty Vessel. Series 4 Episode 5 of 6. The death of a debating society leader sees the priestly sleuth probing his close-knit student friends. Stars David Threlfall.

16:00 Hot Country Countdown - John Stevens counts down the top 12 country songs in America.

17:00 The PBT Show. Join Paul Breen-Turner broadcasting from the “sv Sunrise” boat.

19:00 Comedy. Double Income, No Kids Yet. British radio sitcom written by David Spicer and starring David Tennant as Daniel and Elizabeth Carling as Lucy, a childless couple in a world of people with children.

is becoming intense. The obsessive Baxter is in hot pursuit and Lord Emsworth keeps a shotgun beside him in case of midnight marauders.

21:00 Wind Down, relaxing music for the evening.

22:00 Book at Bedtime. The China Factory by Mary Costello. The China Factory. Episode 5 of 5. A student regrets holding certain things back at her factory holiday job to fit in with the women workers. Read by Emily Taaffe.

Saturday 08:00 Sounds of the 70’s with Gary Jackson.

09:00 Kick up the 80’s with Geoff Dorsett.

10:00 Nothing But The Nineties with Mike Brown.

12:00 Entertainment Power with Paul Baker.

14:00 Comedy. Comedy Controller - Grace Dent.

Novelist, TV critic and funny person Grace Dent takes control of BBC Radio 4 Extra. Her choices : Meet David Sedaris, Mickey Flanagan: What Chance Change, In and Out of the Kitchen, Laura Solon Talking and Not Talking, Down the Line and Thom Tuck Goes Straight to DVD. 17:00 Back to the 70’s with Kevin Larkin.

19:00 The Live Lounge.

21:00 Calder’s Confessions.

23:00 Al Walser’s Weekly Top 20 Countdown from Hollywood.

Sunday 08:00 Sunday Inspiration with Philip Croft.

20:00 Drama. Classic Serial, Something Fresh.

Episode 2 of 2. Second of a two-part dramatisation of PG Wodehouse’s 1915 comic novel. The rivalry between Ashe and Joan to secure the precious scarab

09:00 Solid Gold Sixties with Geoff Dorsett.

10:00 Supersonic Seventies with Geoff Dorsett.

12:00 Tim Rogers ìClassic Countryî International Radio Show.

14:00 Drama. Present Laughter. Often thought of as semi autobiographical, NoÎl Coward’s ‘Present Laughter’ follows a few days in the life of successful and self-obsessed actor Garry Essendine as he prepares to go on tour to Africa.

16:00 Comedy. Just a Minute. Presented by Nicholas Parsons.

17:00 The Ultimate UK Chart Show with Jason Scott, LIVE. 20:00 Sunday Inspiration with Philip Croft (Rpt).

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07:00 Breakfast. 10:15 Neighbourhood Blues. 11:00 Homes Under the Hammer. 12:00 The Sheriffs are Coming. 12:45 Fake Britain. 13:15 Bargain Hunt. 14:00 BBC News at One. 14:40 Regional News and Weather.

14:45 The Edge. 15:30 Escape to the Country. 16:30 Home Away From Home. 17:15 Flog It. 18:15 Pointless.

19:00 BBC News at Six. 19:30 Regional News and Weather. 20:00 The One Show.

20:30 EastEnders. Stan makes a plea to his family, but will they listen? Buster and Mick come to blows. As the war between Max and Phil intensifies, Ben and Jay are forced to choose sides.

21:00 Holby City. Squeeze the Pips. Hospital drama.

Jonny returns to work after his release from prison, with explosive consequences. Sacha is delighted to see Essie again after her time away in Germany, but realises that absence may not have made the heart grow fonder. Arthur suffers from first-day nerves on AAU. 22:00 Ordinary Lies. Drama following the lives of an ordinary group of colleagues and friends as their seemingly small lies spiral out of control. When Rick moves in with Mike, his boss, he finds himself in very dangerous territory as he establishes a friendship with Ruby, Mike’s daughter.

23:00 BBC News at Ten. The latest national and international news, with reports from BBC correspondents worldwide. Followed by National Lottery Update.

23:25 Regional News and Weather. The latest local news, sport and weather.

23:45 Hole in the Road Inspectors. Documentary looking at the work of the Leeds City Council Highways Department. In Leeds alone, there are 1,800 miles of roads with 29,000 sets of roadworks a year.

Two and a half billion miles are driven on the city’s roads every year, contributing to 30,000 potholes a year. Dealing with this are men like Pat Griffin, who has worked for Leeds City Council Highways Department for 22 years and has a passion for fixing potholes, and Neil Carpenter, who has been a utilities

inspector at Leeds highways for 11 years.

00:35 Film - A Bunch of Amateurs (15). British comedy. A fading Hollywood action hero is drawn to England to play the title role in King Lear. While he believes he will be performing in a prestigious production in Stratford-upon-Avon, birthplace of the Bard, he arrives to find that he has been tricked by his agent and is in fact starring with an amateur dramatic company in the tiny Suffolk village of Stratford St John.

Starring: Burt Reynolds, Camilla Arfwedson, Samantha Bond, Ty Davies, Charles Durning, Elesia Ennis 02:05 Weather for the Week Ahead. 02:10 BBC News.

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15:45 James Martin’s Food Map of Britain. 15:55 Spring Kitchen with Tom Kerridge. 16:40 Are You Being Served? 17:10 ‘Allo, ‘Allo. 17:45 Hi-De-Hi. 18:15 Antiques Roadshow. 18:55 Party Election Broadcast by the Conservative Party. 19:00 Eggheads. 19:30 Antiques Roadshow. 20:00 Collectaholics. 21:00 Back in Time for Dinner. 22:00 Dara and Ed’s Great Big Adventure. 23:00 Bluestone 42. 23:30 Newsnight.

00:20 Newsbeat: The Election Debates. 01:20 Caribbean with Simon Reeve. 02:20 Antiques Roadshow. 03:20 The Ladykillers: Pest Detectives.

04:20 This is BBC Two. ITV 07:00 Good Morning Britain. 09:30 Lorraine. 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show. 11:30 This Morning. 11:55 ITV News. 12:00 This Morning. 13:30 O’Brien. 14:30 ITV News and Weather. 15:00 Judge Rinder. 16:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal. 17:00 Tipping Point. 18:00 The Chase. 19:00 ITV Regional News . 19:25 Party Election Broadcast by the Conservative Party. 19:30 ITV News and Weather.

20:00 Emmerdale. Laurel feels the pressure. Aaron has an accident. Bob tries to prevent Carly from leaving.

20:30 Tonight. Spotlight - David Cameron. The first of five films presented by ITV News political editor Tom Bradby and ITV News at Ten’s Julie Etchingham painting intimate portraits of the party leaders in the run up to the election. Tom Bradby spends time at Number 10 with David Cameron and his family, and goes on the road with the prime minister. Samantha Cameron talks about life at the heart of power, and David Cameron discusses how five years of government have changed him.

21:00 Midsomer Murders. Let Us Prey. Series 16, episode 2. Barnaby and Nelson investigate a series of murders in Midsomer St Claire that seem to be inspired by macabre images on a medieval fresco recently discovered in the church crypt. As the village prepares for storms and flooding, it appears that someone is using ancient torture methods to punish modern-day sinners. But who is responsible and what motive do they have?

23:00 ITV News at Ten and Weather. The latest headlines from around the world. Followed by a national weather forecast and all the news and weather in your region.

23:40 Benidorm. Kate and Martin have decamped to a nearby picturesque village - but find more than a chocolate on the pillow in their room. The Garveys return to the Solana in the company of Madge’s new boyfriend Mel, who is the owner of five sunbed shops and is Didsbury’s answer to Julio Iglesias. Their holiday doesn’t get off to the best of starts when Mel’s diving competition with the Oracle leads to a near fatal accident.

00:10 Film - Carry on at Your Convenience (PG).

Classic British comedy with the Carry On team. A shop steward finds himself at loggerheads with the management at a lavatory factory. Much to his chagrin, his daughter is dating the boss’ son, but his mood improves when he discovers that his hitherto mute budgie has a very special, and potentially lucrative, talent. Starring: Sid James, Kenneth Williams, Charles

Hawtrey, Hattie Jacques, Joan Sims, Bernard Bresslaw 01:50 Jackpot247. 04:00 Tonight. 04:25 ITV Nightscreen.

C4 07:00 Countdown. 07:45 3rd Rock from the Sun. 08:10 3rd Rock from the Sun. 08:35 Everybody Loves Raymond. 09:00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 09:30 Frasier. 10:00 Frasier. 10:25 Four in a Bed. 11:30 Come Dine with Me. 12:00 Come Dine with Me. 12:30 Come Dine with Me. 13:00 Channel 4 News Summary.

13:05 Come Dine with Me. 13:35 Come Dine with Me. 14:05 A Place in the Sun: Home or Away. 15:10 Countdown. 16:00 Deal or No Deal. 17:00 Come Dine with Me. 18:00 Four in a Bed. 18:30 Coach Trip. 19:00 The Simpsons. 19:30 Hollyoaks. 20:00 Channel 4 News. 20:55 Party Election Broadcast. 21:00 Burger Bar to Gourmet Star. 22:00 One Born Every Minute.

23:00 The Billion Pound Hotel. 00:00 Teens. 01:00 Pokerstars.Com European Poker Tour. 01:55 KOTV Boxing Weekly. 02:25 Film - The Savages (12). 04:15 Secret Location. 05:10 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent.

C5 07:00 The Wotwots. 07:10 Igam Ogam. 07:20 Fireman Sam. 07:30 Toot the Tiny Tugboat. 07:45 Peppa Pig. 07:50 Peppa Pig. 07:55 Pip Ahoy. 08:05 Milkshake!

Bop Box. 08:10 Little Princess. 08:20 The Mr. Men Show. 08:35 Thomas and Friends. 08:45 Milkshake Monkey. 08:50 Noddy in Toyland. 09:00 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom. 09:15 Peppa Pig. 09:20 Peppa Pig. 09:25 Peppa Pig. 09:35 Toby’s Travelling Circus. 09:45 Bananas in Pajamas. 09:55 Milkshake! Show Songs.

10:00 Tickety Toc. 10:15 The Wright Stuff. 12:10 The Hotel Inspector Returns. 13:10 5 News Lunchtime.

13:15 The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door. 14:15 Home and Away. 14:45 Neighbours. 15:20 NCIS. 16:15 Film - Fatal Trust. 18:00 5 News at 5. 18:30 Neighbours. 19:00 Home and Away. 19:30 5 News Tonight. 19:55 Party Election Broadcast on Behalf of the Conservative Party. 20:00 Police Interceptors.

21:00 Britain’s Horror Homes. 22:00 Benefits and Bypasses: Billion Pound Patients. 23:00 My Sister Had My Boyfriend’s Baby...And Other Betrayals. 00:00 OAPs Behaving Badly. 00:55 Glasgow’s Killing Streets.

01:55 Super Casino. 04:10 Person of Interest. 05:00 Wildlife SOS. 05:25 Divine Designs. 05:45 House Doctor.

14.00 Non Stop Music 16.00 Shopping and Info 18.00 Celebrity Archive – Judith Durham, Australian jazz singer who became lead singer of folk band The Seekers.

18.05 Hand Made – Going Ballisticl.

18.15 Bite Size –Santa Pola Semana Santa - The austere Easter procession in this small fishing town.

18.30 Viva Vino – Wine expert, Colin Harkness is at another fabulous vineyard tasting wine and enjoying the area.

19.00 Host Your Own- 6 contestants try to impress 3 judges with their cooking and hosting. Sue Ford goes Greek.

19.30 Loose Talk – Our panel discuss whether you could be a ‘Kept person’ and ‘What is the most important in a relationship 22.00 Local Information and Non Stop Music

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07:00 Breakfast. 10:15 Neighbourhood Blues. 11:00 Homes Under the Hammer. 12:00 The Sheriffs are Coming. 12:45 Fake Britain. 13:15 Bargain Hunt. 14:00 BBC News at One. 14:40 Regional News and Weather.

14:45 The Edge. 15:30 Escape to the Country. 16:30 Home Away From Home. 17:15 Flog It. 18:15 Pointless.

19:00 BBC News at Six. 19:30 Regional News and Weather.

20:00 The One Show. If it’s got Britain talking then it will get talked about on The One Show. Presented by Matt Baker and Alex Jones.

21:00 MasterChef. Cookery competition. Knockout Week continues as the remaining 11 contestants are split into two groups and get their first taste of professional cooking when they have to run an entire lunchtime service on their own. In this episode, the first group head to Typing Room, a London restaurant.

During a busy service, the five amateurs are responsible for serving up every dish on the menu to paying customers. Then, it’s back to MasterChef HQ for an invention test to show John and Gregg just what they have learnt. In a last-chance bid to stay in the competition, each contestant has to show they can invent a dish from scratch that looks and tastes exceptional.

The contestants discover that they not only have to present their food to John and Gregg, but also a guest judge who will be helping John and Gregg evaluate the five amateurs - renowned Professional MasterChef judge and formidable perfectionist Monica Galetti.

22:00 Secret Britain. Water World of Wales. Series exploring the hidden corners of the UK and revealing landscape secrets. In the Brecon Beacons, Adam Henson discovers a magical walkway behind a glorious waterfall and tries to master fly fishing. Ellie Harrison confronts her own secret fear of tight spaces in Britain’s deepest cave and enjoys the wild swim of her life high in the mountains.

23:00 BBC News at Ten. The latest national and international news, with reports from BBC correspondents worldwide. Followed by National Lottery Update 23:25 Regional News and Weather. The latest local news, sport and weather.

23:45 Match of the Day. FA Cup Replay Highlights.

Gabby Logan presents highlights of the FA Cup sixthround replay between Blackburn and Liverpool at Ewood Park. At stake is a trip to Wembley to face

07:15 Homes Under the Hammer. 08:15 Flog it! Trade Secrets. 08:45 Flog it! Trade Secrets. 09:15 An Island Parish. 09:45 Helicopter Heroes Down Under. 10:15 Victoria Derbyshire. 12:00 BBC News. 12:30 BBC World News. 13:00 The Daily Politics. 14:00 Cagney and Lacey. 14:50 Animal Park. 15:20 Spring Kitchen with Tom Kerridge. 16:05 Floyd on France. 16:45 Are You Being Served? 17:15 ‘Allo, ‘Allo. 17:45 Hi-De-Hi. 18:15 Antiques Roadshow. 18:55 Party Election Broadcast by the Labour Party. 19:00 Eggheads. 19:30 Antiques Roadshow. 20:00 Collectaholics. 21:00 The Ladykillers: Pest Detectives. 22:00 This World. 23:00 QI. 23:30 Newsnight. 00:20 Golf. 00:50 Dara and Ed’s Great Big Adventure. 01:50 The Billion Dollar Chicken Shop. 02:50 The Big Painting Challenge. 03:50 Modern Times. 04:50 This is BBC Two.

20:00 Emmerdale. Robert is in a rage over Chas.

Carly is trapped with Bob. Emma struggles with the idea of divorce.

20:30 Coronation Street. Anna drops a baby bombshell on the father’s parents. Is Tony being taken for a mug? Sean quizzes Eileen about her date.

21:00 Big Star’s Little Star. Stephen Mulhern hosts the fun-filled family entertainment show which lifts the lid on celebrities’ lives through the eyes of their children. Spilling the beans today are Jo Whiley’s sixyear-old daughter Coco, Dominic Brunt’s six-year-old son Danny, and Nick Hewer’s nine-year-old grandson Theo.

22:00 DCI Banks. Ghosts (Part 2). Crime drama series. Banks thinks that former undercover policeman Martin Hexton beat up Liam Fallon, a suspect in the Josh Tate murder, but Fallon swears that he did not see his assailant. Helen works hard to win back Banks’s approval and discovers that Hexton is actually Josh’s biological father. Banks and Helen question Hexton over the beating of Fallon but he admits nothing. The team eventually have to let him go and Banks realises that Josh’s friend Spencer Foster is the most likely suspect for his murder, yet struggles to pin anything on him. But when Spencer is released, Hexton abducts him.

23:00 ITV News at Ten and Weather. The latest headlines from around the world. Followed by a national weather forecast and all the news and weather in your region.

23:40 Pop Gold. A Family Affair. Another trawl through ITV’s musical archives, this time focusing on rock and pop relations of every kind.

00:40 Corfu: A Tale of Two Islands. Fascinating eight-part documentary series which takes a look at this popular getaway through the eyes of the people who holiday there, and the many who make their living through tourism on the island.

01:10 Jackpot247. 04:00 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA. 04:40 ITV Nightscreen.

ITV

C4

07:00 Good Morning Britain. 09:30 Lorraine. 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show. 11:30 This Morning. 11:55 ITV News. 12:00 This Morning. 13:30 O’Brien. 14:30 ITV News and Weather. 15:00 Judge Rinder. 16:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal. 17:00 Tipping Point. 18:00 The Chase. 19:00 ITV Regional News . 19:25 Party Election Broadcast by the Labour Party. 19:30 ITV News and Weather.

07:00 Countdown. 07:45 3rd Rock from the Sun. 08:10 3rd Rock from the Sun. 08:35 Everybody Loves Raymond. 09:00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 09:30 Frasier. 09:55 Frasier. 10:25 Four in a Bed. 11:30 Come Dine with Me. 13:00 Channel 4 News Summary.

13:05 Come Dine with Me. 14:05 A Place in the Sun: Home or Away. 15:10 Countdown. 16:00 Deal or No Deal. 17:00 Come Dine with Me. 18:00 Four in a Bed.

Aston Villa in the semi-final of the world’s most famous domestic cup competition. Blackburn fully deserved their draw at Anfield last month, and will fancy their chances of causing an upset on home turf, particularly as Liverpool will be without two key players, with captain Steven Gerrard and defender Martin Skrtel both suspended. Match commentary comes from Steve Wilson and Mark Lawrenson.

00:15 Film - Fifty Dead Men Walking (15). Tense thriller loosely based on Martin McGartland’s account of his time as an informer for the British security services during the Troubles in Northern Ireland. A young lad from west Belfast works his way through the ranks of the IRA after volunteering during the late 1980s, but all the while he is passing on information to the British in an attempt to save countless lives. Starring: Ben Kingsley, Jim Sturgess, Kevin Zegers, Natalie Press, Rose McGowan, Tom Collins 02:05 Weather for the Week Ahead. 02:10 BBC News.

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18:30 Coach Trip. 19:00 The Simpsons. 19:30 Hollyoaks. 20:00 Channel 4 News. 20:55 Party Election Broadcast. 21:00 Supercars. 22:00 The Island with Bear Grylls. 23:00 First Dates. 00:00 One Born Every Minute. 01:05 16 Kids and Counting. 02:00 Mary Portas: Secret Shopper. 02:55 Film - Reindeer Games (15). 04:40 Secret Location. 05:35 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent.

C5 07:00 The Wotwots. 07:10 Igam Ogam. 07:20 Fireman Sam. 07:30 Toot the Tiny Tugboat. 07:45 Peppa Pig. 07:50 Peppa Pig. 07:55 Pip Ahoy. 08:05 Milkshake!

Bop Box. 08:10 Little Princess. 08:20 The Mr. Men Show. 08:35 Thomas and Friends. 08:45 Milkshake Monkey. 08:50 Noddy in Toyland. 09:00 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom. 09:15 Peppa Pig. 09:20 Peppa Pig. 09:25 Peppa Pig. 09:35 Toby’s Travelling Circus. 09:45 Bananas in Pajamas. 09:55 Milkshake! Show Songs.

10:00 Tickety Toc. 10:15 The Wright Stuff. 12:10 The Hotel Inspector Returns. 13:10 5 News Lunchtime.

13:15 The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door. 14:15 Home and Away. 14:45 Neighbours. 15:15 NCIS: New Orleans. 16:15 Film - Wandering Eye. 18:00 5 News at 5. 18:30 Neighbours. 19:00 Home and Away. 19:30 5 News Tonight. 19:55 Party Election Broadcast on Behalf of the Labour Party. 20:00 GPs: Behind Closed Doors. 21:00 The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door.

22:00 OAPs Behaving Badly. 23:00 Dangerous Dog Owners and Proud. 00:00 Benefits and Bypasses: Billion Pound Patients. 01:00 My Sister Had My Boyfriend’s Baby...And Other Betrayals. 02:00 Super Casino. 04:10 Caught on Camera. 05:00 Wildlife SOS. 05:25 Divine Designs. 05:45 House Doctor.

14.00 Non Stop Music 16.00 Shopping and Info 18.00 Keith Barron, actor and TV presenter who’s roles included the lead in TV sitcom Duty Free.

18.05 Buying A Car In Spain – ...can be peppered with pitfalls and unforeseen charges.

18.30 Spanish Eye – Looking for something to do? How about Mini Golf with a difference.

18.45 How To… – If the prospect of putting your car through its ITV is daunting then check this out.

19.00 Allo Allo – theatre group AdHoc. 20.00 – 22.00 Local Information and Non Stop Music

9th APRIL

07:00 Breakfast. 10:15 Neighbourhood Blues. 11:00 Homes Under the Hammer. 12:00 The Sheriffs are Coming. 12:45 Fake Britain. 13:15 Bargain Hunt. 14:00 BBC News at One. 14:40 Regional News and Weather.

14:45 The Edge. 15:30 Escape to the Country. 16:30 Home Away From Home. 17:15 Flog It. 18:15 Pointless.

19:00 BBC News at Six. 19:30 Regional News and Weather. 20:00 The One Show.

20:30 EastEnders. Tina continues to grow frustrated at Mick and Shirley’s behaviour. Meanwhile, Stan receives a visit, and it emerges that he has been keeping his own secret. Max takes a fancy to a new arrival - is she what she seems? The Brannings receive some upsetting news about Jim. 21:00 MasterChef. Cookery competition. As Knockout Week continues, the second group of amateurs get their first taste of professional cooking. They head to Theo Randall at the Intercontinental, a London restaurant awarded Best Italian in Britain in 2013, where they will be responsible for serving up every dish on the menu for a busy lunch service. Afterwards, it’s back to the MasterChef kitchen for an invention test to show John and Gregg just what they have learnt. In a lastchance bid to stay in the competition, each contestant must demonstrate they can invent a dish from scratch that looks and tastes exceptional. They can choose from a plentiful array of seasonal produce that ranges from the everyday to top-end ingredients. In an unexpected twist, MasterChef Professionals judge and formidable perfectionist Monica Galetti returns to help John and Gregg assess the six amateurs.

22:00 The Truth About Medicine. Science documentary. Dr Chris Van Tulleken calls on the British public to seek out the truth about the top-selling over-the-counter medicines. We spend an astonishing £2.3 billion on pills, potions and lotions from the chemist’s shop every year to beat common ailments from headaches to colds to indigestion. But how much do we really know about what we’re buying? Chris embarks on a series of stunts and experiments up and down the country to uncover the secrets of Britain’s favourite medicines: how do they act in the body? Should you take a daily dose of vitamins? Is honey and lemon just as good as cough syrup? What’s the best way to relieve pain after exercise? And could home remedies work just as well?

Chris finds out whether these common cures are all

they’re cracked up to be or whether there are better ways to spend our hard-earned cash.

23:00 BBC News at Ten. The latest national and international news, with reports from BBC correspondents worldwide.

23:25 Regional News and Weather. The latest local news, sport and weather.

23:45 Question Time. David Dimbleby presents topical debate from Bristol.

00:45 This Week. Andrew Neil presents a political review of the week with Michael Portillo and Diane Abbott.

01:30 Skiing Weatherview. 01:35 BBC News.

BBC2 07:15 Homes Under the Hammer. 08:15 Flog it! Trade Secrets. 08:45 Flog it! Trade Secrets. 09:15 Great British Garden Revival. 10:15 Victoria Derbyshire.

12:00 BBC News. 12:30 BBC World News. 13:00 The Daily Politics. 14:00 A to Z of TV Gardening. 14:05 Cagney and Lacey. 14:55 Animal Park. 15:25 Spring Kitchen with Tom Kerridge. 16:10 Floyd on France.

16:40 Are You Being Served? 17:10 ‘Allo, ‘Allo. 17:45 Hi-De-Hi. 18:15 Antiques Roadshow. 18:55 Party Election Broadcast by the Green Party. 19:00 Eggheads. 19:30 Antiques Roadshow. 20:00 Collectaholics. 21:00 Coast Australia. 21:50 Nature’s Weirdest Events. 22:00 Banished. 23:00 Inside No 9.

23:30 Newsnight. 00:20 This World. 01:20 Horizon.

02:20 Louis Theroux. 03:20 This is BBC Two. ITV 07:00 Good Morning Britain. 09:30 Lorraine. 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show. 11:30 This Morning. 11:55 ITV News. 12:00 This Morning. 13:30 O’Brien. 14:30 ITV News and Weather. 15:00 Judge Rinder. 16:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal. 17:00 Tipping Point. 18:00 The Chase. 19:00 ITV Regional News. 19:25 Party Election Broadcast by the Green Party. 19:30 ITV News and Weather.

20:00 Emmerdale. Robert jumps the gun, putting Chas in danger. Lachlan attends his court hearing.

Rishi makes an effort to impress Georgia.

20:30 Tonight. Spotlight - Nick Clegg. Second of five films painting intimate portraits of the party leaders in the run up to the election. Tom Bradby spends time at Number 10 with deputy prime minister Nick Clegg.

They examine his journey to the heart of government,

and what that might have cost him and the Liberal Democrats.

21:00 Emmerdale. Alicia starts to crumble. Robert is in a race against time to save Chas. Priya is mortified as she realises her mistake.

21:30 Double Decker Driving School. Series which follows the progress of some of the many applicants who apply for Arriva’s six week training course to become a London bus driver. In this episode, Manuel Daniel is three weeks into the course and struggling.

He fails a series of crucial safety exams, and his driving is just not up to the high standard expected. Polish trainee Bart though is on a charm offensive. His Arriva instructor Anna is clearly taken with his cheeky manner. Unfortunately, on his final lesson before his test, he gets lost, coming face to face with a low bridge.

Used car salesman Rodney has driven hundreds of cars.

22:00 Ice Rink on the Estate. Ice skating legends Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean take part in a unique social experiment in a bid to give something back to their beloved home town of Nottingham, returning a favour to the city council that helped them in their youth.

23:00 ITV News at Ten and Weather. The latest headlines from around the world. Followed by a national weather forecast and all the news and weather in your region.

23:40 The Agenda. ITV News political editor Tom Bradby and his guests discuss the talking points of the coming week, from the run-up to the election to the major cultural events of the week.

00:20 River Monsters. Death Ray. Series in which extreme angler Jeremy Wade goes in search of some of the most frightening freshwater fish on the planet. In this episode, he goes to Thailand in search of one of the world’s most terrifying fish - the giant freshwater stingray.

01:20 Jackpot247. 04:00 Tonight. 04:25 ITV Nightscreen.

C4 07:00 Countdown. 07:45 3rd Rock from the Sun. 08:10 3rd Rock from the Sun. 08:35 Everybody Loves Raymond. 09:00 The Morning Line. 09:55 Frasier.

10:25 Four in a Bed. 11:30 Come Dine with Me. 12:00 Come Dine with Me. 12:30 Come Dine with Me. 13:00 Channel 4 News Summary. 13:05 Come Dine with Me. 13:35 Come Dine with Me. 14:10 Jamie’s Comfort

Food. 14:45 The Grand National Festival. 18:00 Four in a Bed. 18:30 Coach Trip. 19:00 The Simpsons. 19:30 Hollyoaks. 20:00 Channel 4 News. 20:55 Party Election Broadcast. 21:00 The Supervet. 22:00 The Island with Bear Grylls. 23:00 My Big Fat Gypsy Grand National.

00:05 First Dates. 01:05 Raised by Wolves. 01:40 How to be a Young Billionaire. 02:35 Teens. 03:30 Unreported World. 03:55 Secret Location. 04:50 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 05:45 Deal or No Deal.

C5 07:00 The Wotwots. 07:10 Igam Ogam. 07:20 Fireman Sam. 07:30 Toot the Tiny Tugboat. 07:45 Peppa Pig. 07:50 Peppa Pig. 07:55 Pip Ahoy. 08:05 Milkshake!

Bop Box. 08:10 Little Princess. 08:20 The Mr. Men Show. 08:35 Thomas and Friends. 08:50 Noddy in Toyland. 09:00 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom. 09:15 Peppa Pig. 09:25 Peppa Pig. 09:35 Toby’s Travelling Circus. 09:45 Bananas in Pajamas. 10:00 Tickety Toc. 10:15 The Wright Stuff. 12:10 The Hotel Inspector Returns. 13:10 5 News Lunchtime. 13:15 Can’t Pay? We’ll Take it Away. 14:15 Home and Away. 14:45 Neighbours. 15:15 NCIS. 16:15 Film - Stranger in an Amish Town. 18:00 5 News at 5. 18:30 Neighbours.

19:00 Home and Away. 19:30 5 News Tonight. 19:55 Party Election Broadcast on Behalf of the Green Party.

20:00 The Classic Car Show. 21:00 The Last Days of....

22:00 The Hotel Inspector. 23:00 The Mentalist. 23:55 The Thriller Killers: Born to Kill? 00:55 Access. 01:00 Super Casino. 04:10 Secrets of Great British Castles.

05:00 Wildlife SOS. 05:25 Divine Designs. 05:45 House Doctor.

14.00 Non Stop Music 16.00 Shopping and Info 18.00 Celebrity Archive – Did you know Kevin Kennedy aka Curly Watts is also a writer, producer, singer and guitarist!

18.05 An Evening With... the Torrevieja Youth Orchestra. This amazing group of talented youngsters is joined by Maria O’Hara at the Torrevieja Municipal Theatre.

19.00 TVM (series) Taylor Video Montage features an eclectic selection of less well known videos from throughout the decades.

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07:00 Breakfast. 10:15 Neighbourhood Blues. 11:00 Homes Under the Hammer. 12:00 The Sheriffs are Coming. 12:45 Fake Britain. 13:15 Bargain Hunt. 14:00 BBC News at One. 14:40 Regional News and Weather.

14:45 The Edge. 15:30 Escape to the Country. 16:30 Home Away From Home. 17:15 Flog It. 18:15 Pointless.

19:00 BBC News at Six. 19:30 Regional News and Weather. 20:00 The One Show.

20:30 A Question of Sport. Sue Barker hosts the lighthearted sports quiz with team captains Matt Dawson and Phil Tufnell. Her guests are snooker world champion Shaun Murphy, Olympic medal-winning athlete Katharine Merry, former Everton and Arsenal striker Kevin Campbell and British Olympian Chris Hoy. 21:00 EastEnders.

The Carter family

The Carters attempt to put their differences aside as Stan’s condition deteriorates. Carol struggles to process the news about Jim and takes her anger out on Max. 21:30 MasterChef. Cookery competition. At the end of Knockout Week, the competition has been whittled down to nine extremely talented amateur cooks - all of whom are desperate to reach the MasterChef semifinals. At MasterChef HQ, they have only one chal-

lenge: to cook one superb showstopper dish to completely wow the judges and secure their semi-final place. The nine have one and a half hours to create their masterpiece. Failure now is not an option. Only the eight best amateurs will become semi-finalists, inching closer to being crowned MasterChef Champion 2015.

22:00 Have I Got News for You. The satirical news quiz returns. Regular team captains Paul Merton and Ian Hislop are joined by guest host Daniel Radcliffe.

22:30 Mrs. Brown’s Boys. Comedy series about a loudmouthed Irish matriarch whose favourite pastime is meddling in the lives of her children. Agnes Brown is concerned that her family are keeping too many secrets. Her daughter Cathy will not let her meet her new boyfriend, while her elder son Mark refuses to reveal why his feisty wife Betty has thrown him out.

23:00 BBC News at Ten. The latest national and international news, with reports from BBC correspondents worldwide.

23:25 Regional News and Weather. The latest local news, sport and weather.

23:35 The Graham Norton Show. Graham Norton returns for another series of his talk show. Top celebrity guests join in the fun with Graham and his irrepressible audience.

00:25 Would I Lie to You? Rob Brydon hosts the award-winning comedy panel show with David Mitchell and Lee Mack as the lightning-quick team captains.

Over the course of the show, celebrity guests reveal amazing stories about themselves, some of which are true and some of which are not. The aim of the game is to fool the opposition into mistaking fact for fiction and fiction for fact.

00:55 EastEnders Omnibus. A chance to catch up on the week’s drama. Buster is back in Albert Square and has a surprising proposition for Shirley. Kat recovers with the help of Stacey and Alfie following the previous week’s events. Stan makes a plea to his family, but will they listen? Buster and Mick come to blows. As the war between Max and Phil intensifies, Ben and Jay are forced to choose sides. Tina continues to grow frustrated at Mick and Shirley’s behaviour. Meanwhile, Stan receives a visit, and it emerges that he has been keeping his own secret. Max takes a fancy to a new arrival - is she what she seems? The Brannings receive some upsetting news about Jim.

02:50 Weather for the Week Ahead. 02:55 BBC News.

BBC2 07:15 Homes Under the Hammer. 08:15 Flog it! Trade Secrets. 08:45 Flog it! Trade Secrets. 09:15 Gardeners’ World. 09:45 Helicopter Heroes Down Under. 10:15 Victoria Derbyshire. 12:00 BBC News. 12:30 BBC World News. 13:00 The Daily Politics. 14:00 A to Z of TV Gardening. 14:05 Cagney and Lacey. 14:50 Animal Park. 15:25 Spring Kitchen with Tom Kerridge. 16:10 Floyd on France. 16:40 Are You Being Served? 17:10 ‘Allo, ‘Allo. 17:40 Hi-De-Hi. 18:15 Antiques Roadshow.

19:00 Eggheads. 19:30 Antiques Roadshow. 20:00 Golf. 21:00 An Island Parish. 21:30 Gardeners’ World.

22:00 Sex and the Church. 23:00 The Clare Balding Show. 23:30 Newsnight. 00:35 Film - The White Countess (PG). 02:00 Question Time. 03:00 Dara and Ed’s Great Big Adventure. 04:00 This is BBC Two. ITV 07:00 Good Morning Britain. 09:30 Lorraine. 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show. 11:30 This Morning. 11:55 ITV News. 12:00 This Morning. 13:30 O’Brien. 14:30 ITV News and Weather. 15:00 Judge Rinder. 16:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal. 17:00 Tipping Point. 18:00 The Chase. 19:00 ITV Regional News . 19:20 Party Election Broadcast. 19:30 ITV News and Weather.

20:00 Emmerdale. Jacob takes matters into his own hands. Rachel argues with the Dingles over Archie.

Debbie is suspicious of Emma.

20:30 Coronation Street. Will Faye admit that she is not ready to be a mum? Tracy pushes Tony’s buttons.

Spiteful Todd begins to spin a web of lies.

21:00 Barging Round Britain with John Sergeant.

Series in which John Sergeant sets off on a rich and colourful voyage along the eight best canal journeys Britain has to offer, exploring their extraordinary stories as he goes. In the last of the series, John travels along the Grand Union - Britain’s longest canal - discovering fun characters and places en route and enjoying a delightful, if leisurely, trip from Brum to the very centre of London.

21:30 Coronation Street. Owen reels when Anna admits her true feelings. Sarah and Bethany enjoy a good gym session. Can Tracy buy Todd’s silence?

22:00 Slow Train Through Africa with Griff RhysJones. Griff Rhys Jones attempts five remarkable train journeys across the world’s most spectacular continent, Africa. In the first episode, Griff begins a 1700mile trip across North Africa in Marrakech, where he stocks up with items from the souk - including some traditional Berber medicines. His North African train ride then takes him east on a line that links the great trading cities of Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia.

23:00 ITV News at Ten and Weather. The latest headlines from around the world. Followed by a national weather forecast and all the news and weather in your region.

23:40 Film - First Blood (15). Fast-paced action adventure. Brooding Vietnam veteran John Rambo is pushed too far by the sheriff of a small American town.

After being wrongfully arrested, the former Green Beret escapes and leads lawmen and an army detachment on a cat-and-mouse chase through the mountains. Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Richard Crenna, Brian Dennehy, Bill McKinney, Jack Starrett, Michael Talbott 01:25 Jackpot247. 04:00 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA. 04:45 ITV Nightscreen.

C4 07:00 Countdown. 07:45 3rd Rock from the Sun. 08:10 3rd Rock from the Sun. 08:35 Everybody Loves Raymond. 09:00 The Morning Line. 10:00 Frasier.

10:25 Four in a Bed. 11:30 Come Dine with Me. 12:00 Come Dine with Me. 12:30 Come Dine with Me. 13:00 Channel 4 News Summary. 13:05 Come Dine with Me. 13:40 Come Dine with Me. 14:10 Jamie’s Comfort Food. 14:45 The Grand National Festival. 18:00 Four in a Bed. 18:30 Coach Trip. 19:00 The Simpsons. 19:30 Hollyoaks. 20:00 Channel 4 News. 20:30 Unreported World. 20:55 Party Election Broadcast. 21:00 Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. 22:00 Gogglebox. 23:00 Alan Carr: Chatty Man. 00:10 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. 00:40 Film - Showgirls (18). 03:00 Fargo. 03:50 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 04:40 Secret Location. 05:40 Hugh’s 3 Good Things. 05:45 Deal or No Deal.

C5 07:00 The Wotwots. 07:10 Igam Ogam. 07:20 Fireman Sam. 07:30 Toot the Tiny Tugboat. 07:45 Peppa Pig. 07:50 Peppa Pig. 07:55 Pip Ahoy. 08:10 Little Princess.

08:20 The Mr. Men Show. 08:35 Thomas and Friends.

08:50 Noddy in Toyland. 09:00 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom. 09:15 Peppa Pig. 09:25 Peppa Pig. 09:35 Toby’s Travelling Circus. 09:45 Bananas in Pajamas.

09:55 Milkshake Monkey. 10:00 Tickety Toc. 10:15 The Wright Stuff. 12:10 The Hotel Inspector Returns. 13:10 5 News Lunchtime. 13:15 Can’t Pay? We’ll Take it Away: Final Demand. 14:15 Home and Away. 14:45 Neighbours. 15:15 NCIS: Los Angeles. 16:15 Film Virtual Lies. 18:00 5 News at 5. 18:30 Neighbours.

19:00 Home and Away. 19:30 5 News Tonight. 19:55 Party Election Broadcast on Behalf of the Scottish National Party. 20:00 The Gadget Show. 21:00 Secrets of Great British Castles. 22:00 NCIS: New Orleans.

23:00 NCIS. 23:55 Law and Order: Special Victims Unit. 00:50 True Crimes: The First 72 Hours. 01:00 Super Casino. 04:10 Can’t Pay? We’ll Take it Away.

05:00 The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door. 05:45 House Doctor.

14.00 Non Stop Music 16.00 Shopping and Info 18.00 Celebrity Archive – with Patrick Lichfield, once the Royal family’s photographer and one of the best known worldwide.

18.05 FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions – Two more experts share their expertise to make your life in Spain easier.

18.30 Let's Talk (series) – Our guests this week are editor of local paper Aoife Leddy and British fiesta dancer Lauren Shakespear.

19.00 Viva La Vida (series). – Stevie hosts the CB´s best live entertainer show featuring Eddie Wallace, The Faith and Dave Berry.

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07:00 Breakfast. 11:00 Saturday Kitchen Live. 12:30 Mary Berry Cooks. 13:00 BBC News. 13:10 Football Focus. 13:50 Saturday Sportsday. 14:00 F1: Grand Prix Qualifying. 15:15 Golf. 16:30 Bargain Hunt.

17:15 The Boat Race. Clare Balding introduces live coverage from the banks of the river Thames. The boat race just became the boat races, as the women’s competition takes equal billing with the men’s - same course, same day, same drama. This will be the 161st race between the men of Oxford and Cambridge Universities and the 70th meeting between the women. It is, however, the first time the women’s race has been competed for along the iconic 4.2-mile championship course between Putney and Mortlake.

Cambridge have a narrow lead in the all-time standings, but in recent years the dark blues of Oxford have proved formidable opponents - winning 10 of the last 15 men’s races and six of the last seven women’s contests.

19:35 BBC News. The latest national and international news from the BBC. 19:45 Regional News and Weather. Up to the minute regional news and weather updates.

19:55 Pointless. Mixed Bag. Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman present a special celebrity FA Cup edition of the quiz that rewards the answers that no-one else could think of. Featuring Anne Diamond and Nick Owen, Jedward, Mark Foster and Kelly Sotherton and Katherine Ryan and Russell Kane.

20:45 Atlantis. A Fate Worse Than Death. Drama series. When news reaches Pasiphae of Ariadne and Jason’s impending marriage, she is terrified that Atlantis will be lost to her forever and resolves to do all she can to stop the union, no matter the cost. But Pasiphae’s pursuit of power has far-reaching and devastating consequences.

21:30 The National Lottery: In It to Win It. Dale Winton presents the quiz show where five contestants compete in a general knowledge quiz show to win a life-changing amount of money. All five could share £100,000, or one lucky player could take home the lot.

22:20 Casualty. Under Pressure. Connie helps a confused young mum realise what she really wants, and Ethan gives advice to a vengeful bullied schoolboy.

23:10 BBC News. The latest national and international news from the BBC. 23:30 Match of the Day. Gary Lineker presents high-

lights of the day’s Premier League games, which include Tottenham against Aston Villa. Villa boss Tim Sherwood spent five months in charge of Spurs last season, but left last summer when the club instead opted to recruit Mauricio Pochettino. The Englishman returned to management with relegation-threatened Villa in February, and will be eager to prove a point to his former employers. Also battling for survival are Burnley, who face Tottenham’s north London rivals Arsenal. The Gunners are hoping to end the campaign by securing Champions League qualification for the 18th successive season, but cannot afford a slip-up at Turf Moor. Elsewhere, Southampton take on Hull, Swansea meet Everton and Sunderland face Crystal Palace, while West Brom play Leicester and West Ham host Stoke. Followed by National Lottery Update.

00:55 The Football League Show. 02:15 Weather for the Week Ahead. 02:20 BBC News.

BBC2 07:15 Animal Park. 07:45 Film - The Magic Box (U).

09:30 Film - The Man From Laramie (U). 11:10 Fred Dibnah’s Magnificent Monuments. 11:40 Fred Dibnah’s Magnificent Monuments. 12:10 The Nature of Britain.

13:00 Food and Drink. 13:30 Michel Roux’s Service.

14:30 A Taste of Britain. 15:00 Flog It. 15:40 Film - The Philadelphia Story (PG). 17:30 Final Score. 18:30 Kew on a Plate. 19:30 Gardeners’ World. 20:00 Dad’s Army.

20:30 Golf. 01:00 Film - The Private Lives of Pippa Lee (15). 02:30 Film - Free Men (12). 04:05 This is BBC Two. ITV 07:00 Bottom Knocker Street. 07:10 Bottom Knocker Street. 07:20 Bottom Knocker Street. 07:35 Dino Dan: Trek’s Adventures. 07:45 Dino Dan: Trek’s Adventures.

08:00 Share a Story: Get Creative. 08:10 Sooty. 08:25 Share a Story. 08:30 Scrambled. 08:35 Nerds and Monsters. 09:00 Thunderbirds are Go. 09:30 Horrid Henry. 09:50 Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H. 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show. 11:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show.

12:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show. 13:30 ITV News and Weather. 13:40 The Jeremy Kyle Show. 14:40 Film Scooby-Doo (PG). 16:20 The Unforgettable...Benny Hill. 17:05 Big Star’s Little Star.

18:05 Off Their Rockers.Comedy show which features fearless senior citizens playing pranks on the public with the aid of hidden cameras. Today, Barry

gets hygiene tips.

18:30 ITV Regional News. Regional news update, plus local weather.

18:45 ITV News and Weather. Jonathan Hill with the latest headlines from around the world. Followed by a national weather forecast.

19:00 You’ve Been Framed. Top 100 Sportstars. The gloves are off as Harry Hill delivers knockout blows to the most inept sport stars to have appeared on the show.

20:00 Ninja Warriors UK. Brand new series hosted by Ben Shephard, Rochelle Humes and Chris Kamara.

Competitors from all over the country take on TV’s toughest obstacle course. Who will rise to the challenge and be crowned the UK’s first Ninja Warrior?

21:00 Britain’s Got Talent. Ant and Dec host the ninth series of Britain’s biggest talent competition. The judging panel of Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and David Walliams return for a fourth year to give their verdict on the first batch of 2015’s weird and wonderful auditions - from a hypnotising dog to a girl with a hula hoop that defies gravity, a burlesque troop with a twist and a man playing music on a comb. The lucky act who is crowned the winner in the live grand final will secure a life-changing cash prize of 250,000 pounds and the opportunity to perform at this year’s The Royal Variety Performance.

22:20 Play to the Whistle. Holly Willoughby presents the brand new family entertainment show which brings together two of the nation’s biggest passions - sport and comedy. Each episode features a line-up of top sportsmen, comedians and celebrities for traditional panel show rounds. There is amusing chat about memorable sporting moments and how the sportsmen and women felt at the time 23:05ITV News and Weather. Jonathan Hill with the latest headlines from around the world. Followed by national and local weather forecasts.

23:20 Film - Backdraft (15). Blazing thriller about the rivalry between a pair of fire-fighting brothers while a series of suspicious fires breaks out around their town.

Moved to a job as an assistant investigator because of the long-standing feud, the younger brother begins investigating the fire-related phenomenon of backdraft.

Starring: Kurt Russell, William Baldwin, Robert de Niro, Donald Sutherland, Jennifer Jason-Leigh, Scott Glenn 01:50 Jackpot247. 04:00 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA. 04:40 ITV Nightscreen.

C4 07:10 How I Met Your Mother. 07:35 King of Queens.

08:00 King of Queens. 08:25 Mobil 1 The Grid. 09:00

The Grand National Morning Line. 11:00 Weekend Brunch - From the Grand National. 14:00 The Grand National Live From Aintree. 18:15 Celebrity Fifteen to One. 19:15 Channel 4 News. 19:40 Film Independence Day (12). 22:20 Film - I Give it a Year (15). 00:20 Sean Lock: Purple Van Man. 01:25 Film - 24 Hour Party People (18). 03:25 Hollyoaks Omnibus.

05:30 Secret Location.

C5 07:00 Peppa Pig. 07:05 Bananas in Pajamas. 07:15 Milkshake Monkey. 07:20 Angelina Ballerina. 07:35 Pip Ahoy. 07:45 The Mr. Men Show. 08:00 Chloe’s Closet.

08:10 Roobarb and Custard Too. 08:20 Make Way for Noddy. 08:30 Paw Patrol. 08:40 Little Princess. 08:55 Wanda and the Alien. 09:05 Milkshake! Bop Box. 09:10 Zack and Quack. 09:25 Bert and Ernie’s Great Adventures. 09:30 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom.

09:45 Jelly Jamm. 10:05 LazyTown. 10:30 Dora and Friends. 11:00 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. 11:35 The Dog Rescuers. 12:05 Ice Road Truckers. 15:05 Columbo. 17:00 Film - Columbo: The Most Crucial Game (PG). 18:30 Most Shocking Talent Show Moments. 21:10 5 News Weekend. 21:15 NCIS. 22:10 NCIS. 23:10 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. 00:05 Britain’s Favourite Detectives. 02:50 Super Casino.

05:00 The Gadget Show. 05:50 Make it Big.

14.00 Non Stop Music 16.00 Shopping and Info 18.00 Celebrity Archive – with Patrick Lichfield, once the Royal family’s photographer and one of the best known worldwide.

18.05 FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions – Two more experts share their expertise to make your life in Spain easier.

18.30 Let's Talk (series) – Our guests this week are editor of local paper Aoife Leddy and British fiesta dancer Lauren Shakespear.

19.00 Viva La Vida (series). – Stevie hosts the CB´s best live entertainer show featuring Eddie Wallace, The Faith and Dave Berry.

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12TH APRIL 07:00 Breakfast. 08:30 Match of the Day. 10:00 The Andrew Marr Show. 11:00 The Big Questions. 12:00 Sunday Politics. 13:15 MOTD2 Extra. 14:00 BBC News. 14:15 Bargain Hunt. 15:00 F1: Grand Prix. 16:55 Escape to the Country. 17:25 Points of View.

17:40 Songs of Praise. Connie Fisher meets Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber, one of the world’s most successful composers, to discover why he wants to help more churches get connected to the internet.

18:15 Pointless. Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman present a special celebrity 1990s edition of the quiz that rewards the answers that no-one else could think of. Featuring Ulrika Jonsson and Diane Youdale, Trevor Neal and Simon Hickson, Terry Christian and Katie Puckrik and Richard and Fred Fairbrass of Right Said Fred.

19:05 BBC News. The latest national and international news stories from the BBC News team.

19:20 Regional News and Weather. The latest local news, sport and weather from newsrooms around the country.

19:30 Countryfile. North Cumbria. Matt Baker and Ellie Harrison are in the uplands of North Cumbria.

Matt meets photographer Ian Lawson, who has spent years photographing the hill shepherds and their herdwick sheep.

20:30 MasterChef. Cookery competition. In the first of the semi-finals, the eight best cooks come together to battle in a team challenge, the relay invention test.

Split into two teams of four, both groups must create one dish between them, using the humble chicken, as well as a range of vegetables, herbs and spices.

21:00 Antiques Roadshow. Belton House. The Antiques Roadshow makes a return visit to Belton House in Lincolnshire. Fiona Bruce delves into the First World War history of Belton House, while militaria specialist Graham Lay hears a remarkable story of bravery associated with an unusual medal. Silver specialist Alastair Dickenson is enchanted by a walnut with a secret and the team are also intrigued by a series of quirky items, including a child’s chair in the shape of a starfish and ‘Jumbo’, a late-19th-century ceramic souvenir of the first elephant at Regent’s Park Zoo. Other fascinating finds include an engraved glass vase won at a fair in the 1920s and a collection of memorabilia relating to the Duke of Windsor that belonged to his chauffeur. The Roadshow also reflects on over 400 years of trade with Japan in an interview

with Professor Timon Screech, featuring an ornate lacquer chest that may have arrived on the very first shipment of Japanese treasures to arrive in England in 1614.

22:00 Poldark. Drama set in Cornwall in the 1780s, based on the novels by Winston Graham. With Jim gravely ill in Bodmin jail, Ross and Dwight launch a desperate mission to save him. Demelza is excited to attend a grand ball held by George, who is determined to ruin Ross and his smelting company.

23:00 BBC News. The latest national and international news, with reports from BBC correspondents worldwide.

23:20 Regional News and Weather. Regional updates from newsrooms across the UK. 23:30 Match of the Day 2. Gabby Logan presents highlights of today’s two Premier League derbies, in which Manchester United host Manchester City and Queens Park Rangers take on Chelsea.

00:30 Film - The Last Castle (15). The story of a respected and decorated general whose career ends in disgrace when he disobeys orders and is sent to a maximum-security prison dubbed the Castle.

Perceiving the injustice at work within the prison system, he rallies his fellow convicts into a rag-tag army and mounts a revolt against the autocratic warden, who runs the institution with an iron fist. Starring: Robert Redford, James Gandolfini, Mark Ruffalo, Steve Burton, Delroy Lindo, Paul Calderon 02:35 Weather for the Week Ahead. 02:40 BBC News.

BBC2 07:00 Great British Garden Revival. 08:00 Countryfile.

09:00 Gardeners’ World. 09:30 The Beechgrove Garden. 10:00 The Football League Show. 11:20 Saturday Kitchen Best Bites. 12:50 Back in Time for Dinner. 13:50 A Taste of Britain. 14:20 Triathlon. 15:50 Film - Little Women (U). 17:50 Flog It. 18:30 Penguins on a Plane: Great Animal Moves. 19:30 Golf. 01:00 Film - First Snow. 02:35 Countryfile. 03:30 Holby City. 04:30 This is BBC Two. ITV 07:00 Bottom Knocker Street. 07:10 Bottom Knocker Street. 07:20 Bottom Knocker Street. 07:35 Dino Dan: Trek’s Adventures. 07:45 Dino Dan: Trek’s Adventures.

08:00 Canimals. 08:10 Sooty. 08:25 Share a Story.

08:30 Scrambled. 08:35 Nerds and Monsters. 08:50 The Aquabats! Super Show. 09:30 Horrid Henry. 09:50 Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H. 10:25 The Jeremy

Kyle Show. 11:20 The Jeremy Kyle Show. 12:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show. 13:25 ITV News and Weather.

13:30 Murder, She Wrote. 14:30 Murder, She Wrote.

15:30 Britain’s Got Talent. 16:50 All Star Family Fortunes. 17:35 Ninja Warriors UK. 18:35 You’ve Been Framed. 19:05 ITV Regional News. 19:15 ITV News and Weather.

19:30 The Chase: Celebrity Special. Bradley Walsh hosts another celebrity edition of the hit quiz show in which four famous faces take on the Chaser, one of Britain’s finest quiz brains, in a bid to win thousands of pounds for charity. Contestants this time are Olympic gold medallist Greg Rutherford, Birds of a Feather’s Lesley Joseph, Emmerdale’s Matt Wolfenden and football presenter and analyst Chris Kamara.

20:30 Off Their Rockers. Comedy show which features fearless senior citizens playing pranks on the public with the aid of hidden cameras. Forget everything you thought you knew about growing old gracefully. Expect outrageous stunts, irreverent behaviour and lots of laughter.

21:00 Vera. Old Wounds. When the remains of a teenage girl are found half-buried in a Northumberland wood, Vera and her team find themselves investigating a 30-year-old mystery. The remains are identified as those of miner’s daughter Carrie Telling, who vanished during the miners’ strike in 1984.

23:00 ITV News and Weather. Steve Scott with the latest headlines from around the world. Followed by national and local weather forecasts.

23:15 The Olivier Awards 2015. From the Royal Opera House, Lenny Henry presents a glitzy and starstudded ceremony celebrating the very best in British theatre. There are performances by the nominated casts of Miss Saigon, Memphis, Beautiful - The Carole King Musical, Sunny Afternoon, and Cats. Kevin Spacey receives a special Olivier Award, while other contenders include Angela Lansbury, Gillian Anderson, James McAvoy, Kristin Scott Thomas and Mark Strong.

01:00 Rugby Highlights. 01:50 The Store. 03:40 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA. 04:20 British Superbike Championship Highlights. 05:10 ITV Nightscreen.

C4 07:15 How I Met Your Mother. 07:40 How I Met Your Mother. 08:05 British GT. 08:35 Everybody Loves Raymond. 09:00 Everybody Loves Raymond. 09:30 Frasier. 10:00 Frasier. 10:30 Sunday Brunch. 13:30 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 14:30 The Big Bang

Theory. 15:00 The Big Bang Theory. 15:25 The Simpsons. 15:55 The Simpsons. 16:25 The Simpsons.

16:55 Location, Location, Location. 17:55 Channel 4 News. 18:20 Film - Dr. Seuss’ the Lorax (U). 20:00 Three in a Bed. 21:00 Britain’s Winter: Storm Heroes.

22:00 Indian Summers. 23:05 Gogglebox. 00:10 Film The Final Destination (15). 01:40 Film - Bhuvan Shome (PG). 03:25 Come Dine with Me. 03:50 Come Dine with Me. 04:15 Come Dine with Me. 04:45 Come Dine with Me. 05:10 Come Dine with Me. 05:35 Jamie’s Money Saving Meals.

C5 07:00 Peppa Pig. 07:05 Bananas in Pajamas. 07:15 Milkshake Monkey. 07:20 Angelina Ballerina. 07:35 Pip Ahoy. 07:45 The Mr. Men Show. 08:00 Chloe’s Closet.

08:10 Roobarb and Custard Too. 08:20 Make Way for Noddy. 08:30 Paw Patrol. 08:40 Little Princess. 08:55 Wanda and the Alien. 09:05 Zack and Quack. 09:20 Bert and Ernie’s Great Adventures. 09:25 Milkshake!

Bop Box. 09:30 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom. 09:45 Jelly Jamm. 10:05 LazyTown. 10:30 Dora and Friends.

11:00 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. 11:35 Access.

11:40 The Dog Rescuers. 12:10 The Hotel Inspector Returns. 13:05 The Hotel Inspector. 14:05 Film - Are We There Yet? (PG). 15:55 Film - Nim’s Island (U).

17:45 Film - Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (U). 19:40 5 News Weekend. 19:45 Film - Spider-Man (12). 22:00 Film - Olympus Has Fallen (15). 00:20 Ultimate Action Movies with Vinnie Jones. 03:05 Super Casino. 05:00 House Doctor. 05:25 Make it Big. 05:50 Make it Big.

14.00 Non Stop Music 16.00 Shopping and Info 18.00 Celebrity Archive – with outrageously camp comedian, novelist and winner of Celebrity Big Brother 2012 Julian Clary.

18.05 Costa Blanca Life (series) – a selection of events, people and places around the Costa Blanca.

19.00 Let's Talk (series) with 2 of the Costa’s leading entertainers Mark & Carla from Sunflower Valley.

19.30 Learn The Lingo – The lovely Martine is here again with her Spanish lessons.

19.45 The Wedding Show (series) - your special day cake is only restricted by your imagination.

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Boats and Nautical Boat servicing, engine oil/ filter change. General maintenance, fault finding, anti fouling, hull cleaning, accessory installation.

Torrevieja to Mazarron. Licensed and registered in Spain, 20 years experience. All makes of outboard engines catered for.

Competitive prices, all work guaranteed English/Spanish speaking. Call Tony on 628 166 738 (65470) Searay 185 Bowrider 4.3 Mercruise - excellent condition including trailer - 8250 Euro.

CALL 634 311 070 and Whatsapp (69181) Four Winns vista, 248, with Volvo penta 5 litre Gxi engine.

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Extended swim deck. Sun canopy. Gauges White and gold with wood walnut dark and steering wheel New cost of boat was 100,000 euros. Luxury for sale at 35,000€ O.N.O. Call 628 166 738 FOR RENT - up to 10 metre berth - Marina Salinas - CALL 648 627 272 (69101) WANTED Wanted winter wet suit

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Business Opportunities For a unique business opportunity earning generous commissions try all our services and just see the earnings potential of Winning Express. Our Arbitrage facility has consistently paid our clients over 2% per month. Our Thoroughbred Fund is achieving 2.5% per month while our Sports Advisory Service has achieved in excess of 350% over a four year period. Contact either our La Zenia or our Javea Offices where we will be happy to explain the available opportunities and

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Alternatively call 968 654 667 (69146) Interteam for all your legal and business solutions. Have the benefit of our legal services every time you need advice or to complete your annual Spanish Tax Declaration. Situated at La Zenia above Alejandro’s restaurant. Tel 966 730 056 or email lawyer@taxonline.es (69153) Corporate Credit Debt Recovery.

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Direct from the new satellite with no monthly fees. HD systems fully installed from 360 euro, system upgrades and maintenance. Full HD Spaorts and Movie packages available. Call 671 827 585 or email arcadiatvastra2@ymail.com www.arcadia-satellite.com (69156) ELECTRICAL SERVICES AND call outs, Domestic or Commercial Costa Blanca South area, contact Paul on 634311070 and Whatsapp (141434)

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Cars wanted for cash. No more unwanted SUMA bills, speeding tickets etc. We will legally transfer vehicles out of your name.

Established on the Costa Blanca for 12 years with hundreds of satisfied customers. Call Tim or Yvonne on 662 211 993 or 610 050 099. (69147) The Car of the Month at Automoviles Crespo is an Opel Meriva priced at just 6500 euro.

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La Siesta Evangelical Church, opposite the Flamingo Childrens Water Park. 1st and 3rd Sunday 9.30 am Sunday Service, 2nd Sunday 11am Service of Worship and Sunday School, 4th Sunday Holy Communion and Sunday School, 5th Sunday 11am Family Service. Wedding blessings, Baptisms and Funerals. Contact Pastor Keith Brown on 666 180 108, email: pastorlasiesta@gmail.com. www.Lasiestaevangelicalchurch. org (69149) International Christian Assembly An Evangelical Church made up of many different nationalities.

Sunday Services at 11am with Junior Church, Communion 1st Sunday of the month. We worship at C/Urbano 23 in Torrevieja. Call 966 799 273.

Web at www.icatorrevieja.org (69150) The Upper Room Christian Fellowship Church welcomes you to Sunday Service every Sunday at 6.30 pm at La Zenia Hotel. Contact Pastor Brian on 680 860 576 (69151)

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The Torrevieja Christian Fellowship is a multi-national, English-speaking, Evangelical Church made up of ordinary people from Torrevieja and the surrounding districts on the Costa Blanca. Sunday Worship is held at 10.30am in our premises on Avenida de las Cortes Valencianas 68 in Torrevieja.

Call 966 700 391 for info.

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Property for Rent JACARILLA. 3 Bed, 2 bath apartment. Good sized separate kitchen with external patio off, balcony with lovely views over orange groves. UK TV, air-con, communal pool 395 euros pcm including generous allowance bills. Long term contracts provided 966 772 553 FORMENTERA DEL SEGURA Good sized 2 bed 1 bath apartment ideal for long term living.

Door to hallway has 2nd bedroom leading off. Good sized separate kitchen which is fully equipped and has galleria leading off. Lounge diner has patio doors with a good sized balcony.

Archway from lounge leads to full bathroom with external window and spacious master bedroom with large window providing plenty of natural light.

English TV, communal pool. 375 euros pcm, including generous allowance for bills. Call us on 966 772 553 PLAYA FLAMENCA/LAS CHISMOSAS. South facing, spacious 3 bed 3 bath townhouse.

Lounge/diner with feature fireplace, guest bathroom, good sized separate kitchen, separate utility room, 3 double bedrooms, one en-suite, family bathroom with Jacuzzi bath and double sink, Sat TV, tiled gardens front and back, communal pool. 525 euros per month, inclusive of allowance for bills. Legal let with contracts 966 772 553 MAR MENOR/PLAYA HONDA 2 Bed 1 bath, spacious 1st floor apartment. Separate kitchen, spacious lounge with patio doors leading to a large balcony with storage cupboard, UKTV, communal pool, walking distance to beach 400 pcm including an allowance for bills. Legal contracts provided 966 772 553 TORREVIEJA/URB PARQUE DE LAS NACIONES. 2 bed, 1 bath upper apartment in a peaceful residential area of low rise buildings. Property consists of lounge/diner, open plan kitchen, making the apartment very light and airy, double bedroom, twin room, full family bathroom and private roof terrace with all day sun. 400 euros including generous allowance for bills. 966 772 553 PLAYA FLAMENCA/LAS CHISMOSAS. Large 3 bed 3 bath townhouse with modern furnishings. Lounge diner with feature fireplace, guest bathroom, good sized separate kitchen, separate utility room, 3 double bedrooms, one en-suite, family bathroom with Jacuzzi bath and double sink, Sat TV, tiled gardens front and back, communal pool. 525 euros per month, inclusive of allowance for bills. Legal let with contracts 966 772 553 (69188)

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The property is within walking distance to all amenities and the beach. 114,950 euros Call 968 971 860 for more information (91820) Brand new 3 bed, 2 bath penthouse apartment in the bustling town of Los Montesinos. With magnificent panoramic views over the salt lakes. Private roof top solarium and optional underground parking. 89,950 Euro. Call 96 897 1860. (91779) LA MANGA - Immaculate 2 bed, 2 bath apartment. Fully-furnished.

Close to beaches and Veneziola Golf. 2nd floor. Reduced for quick sale. 125.500 Euro. Tel 626 253 569. (90187) Beautiful Semi detached villa located in Torreta Florida, 3 bed, 2 bath,garage, large plot, lovely garden area, fully furnished and walking distance to Torrevieja city. Must view tel. 966-73-0057.

Euro 217000 (109105) A modern and spacious townhouse in the beautiful and historic village of Jacarilla. The townhouse has 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms and a modern lounge. The villa has a bright yet spacious kitchen with plenty of storage space. To be sold unfurnished. 109,950 Euros CALL 968 971 860 (101552) A large Emerald Isle semi detached property which also has the benefit of 2 beautiful conservatories.

The property boasts 2 beds and 2 baths, lounge, kitchen and an integral garage which also acts as a great storage area. There is also a large solarium area which has sea views and benefits from the morning sun. Well worth viewing. 109500 Euros. CALL 968 971 860. (101554) These front line 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments start from 106.000 Euro, finished to a very high standard with all modern appliances. Incredible views across the beautiful Mar Menor and only 30 metres from the beach. These properties are only a short walk into the heart of Los Alcazares an old style Spanish seaside town.Within minutes of several top quality golf courses. Call +34 96 897 1860 for more information of this fantastic opportunity to purchase front line! (100861) Beautiful 3 bed, 2 bath semidetached villa in Blue Lagoon.

Lovely furniture and well maintained. Large plot, satellite TV, internet, security grills, central heating. This property has a communal pool and is just a short walk to local schools, bars, and restaurants. EURO 149950. To view, please call +34 96 897 1860. (102363) This detached villa is situated in Blue Lagoon. It has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and comes fully furnished. It has a glazed in conservatory, private solarium, and off-road parking, as well as ample storage areas. It is on a 250m2 plot. EUR 149.500. For further details, please call +34 96 897 1860. (102360) Amazing 4 bed, 3 bath top floor apartment, sea views of the beautiful La Zenia Beach, 280 mt2 property, 30 mt2 Terrace, private solarium upstairs (as big as the property), lovely commu. pool with artificial grass, great opportunity for investment or permanent living. A few meters from the beach and all amenities.

Price: 298.700 Euros. Call 96673-00-57. (139984) Beautiful ground floor apartment in Playa Flamenca, 2 bed 2 bath in a gated community. Tropical gardens and lovely swimming pool area, tennis court, basket court & children play area. Air cond. in all rooms, 127 m2 terrace, interrior m2: 87m2. Fully furnished. Price: 125.000 Euros.

To view please call: 96-673-0057. (139970) This 2 bed 2 bath ground floor duplex in lovely condition.

Furnished . A/Con. Sat TV. Very large corner plot with beautiful established gardens. Includes a hot tub. One of the nicest apartments in the area. Call 96 897 1860. Euro 120000 (101132) BARGAIN reduced to 57950 EURO. Two bed, one bath Southfacing duplex in Playa Flamenca.

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It is located within easy reach of all local amenities. Tel 966 73 0057 (101156) Two bed, one bath first floor apartment in La Zenia. Fully furnished, sat TV, off-road parking, and beautiful views of the communal pool and the Med. The property is in a perfect location for walking to the beach and the

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new La Zenia Boulevard shopping precinct.Reduced price for quick sale!: 80.000 Euros. Tel 96 897 1860. (101159) This traditional bungalow is on a quiet lane in the Montezenia area of La Zenia and has 4 double bedrooms, a bathroom, a small, rustic kitchen, living room, a south facing terrace (with storage) and a solarium with sea views. There would be room for a pool in the large area at the front of the property. Low community fees.Reduced price!. Call 968 971 860. Euro 177000 (101510) Top floor duplex apartment in the heart of Playa Flamenca. Close to

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Call 96 897 1860. (101524) Now reduced by 10.000 EURO for a quick sale. Stunning 2 bed, 1 bath apartment in the heart of Cabo Roig beachside. Furnished.

A/C and sat TV. Underground parking. Incredible pool and sea views from the balcony. Short walk to the beach and all amenities. Euro 135,950. Call 968 971 860. (100887)

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2 bed, 1 bath ground floor apartment. Furnished and includes A/C and satellite TV. Walking distance to all amenities and 15 mins to the beach. Off road parking and use of a communal pool. 95,000.00 EUR. Call 637 227 385 for further information. (100884) 2 bed, 1 bath South-facing apartment. Overlooks the pool and has sea views from the balcony. Fully furnished with A/Con and sat TV. Underground parking. In the heart of Cabo Roig. Walking distance to the beach. 99,750 Euro.

Call 968 971 860. (101123) Beautiful ground floor apartment.

Front Line beach in La Zenia. In a gated and secure complex with incredible views across La Zenia bay you literally walk off your terrace and on to the beach.Fully furnished to a high standard this is a unique property because of its proximity to the beach.This is a property that has to be seen.EUR219,950 call 968 971 860. (100855) Dolores. Large Finca in plot of 10,000 m2. All services connected. Build Size 215m2. Must be viewed. 195,000 euros. Tel 649

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189 930 (65297) Beautifully presented 2 bed ground floor bungalow. Property consists of Lounge/Diner, good sized kitchen with storage area, Master bedroom with fitted wardrobes, twin bedroom with fitted wardrobes and family bathroom.

Good sized garden and communal pool. This property is located just a short stroll to Villamartin Plaza and is ideal for full time living and holidays 80,000 euros Tel 966 772 553 (92320) A stunning quad villa in playa golf property with 2 bedrooms 1.5 bathroom and large garden just a short walk from bars and the bus and only a 5 mins drive to the beach 115,000 euros contact Ian on 644 115 988 (96290) 2 Bedroom quad villa in Lomas de Cabo Roig just 5 mins walk to the shop and about 5 mins drive to the beach this has been a lovely home but need to sell now it only 89,999 euros call Carl on 672 875 251 (96292) Ground floor bungalow over looking community garden and just a short walk from the supermarket

Tuesday, 7th April, 2015 carrefour in Torrevieja this is a lovely property with a nice size garden Ideal for you if you are looking to be close to all amenties was 99,000 euros now 75,000 euros call me James on 644 138 502 (96293) Refurbished top floor bungalow with private garden and private solarium in the Verdemars with sea view and golf views also we have refurbished to a high standard there is a lovely stream just a few mins walk away and the communtiy is a nice and clean with 2 communal pool now 124,999 euros call today paul on 634 043 697 (96294) Brand new, 2 Bed, 2 bath walking distance to the new La Zenia Boulevard. Beautiful green areas within the urbanization, children play area, infinity comm.pool, jacuzzy (heated water in the winter months). Ideal investment home. For viewing contact: 96673-00-57.

Euro 128000 (109130) Large apartment in Punta Prima, sea views, 3 bed, 2 bath, large terrace, air cond. quiet area, low comm. fees, well mantained, fully

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Euro 148000 (109514) Lovely 2 bed, 1 bath apartment in Rocio del Mar at Punta Prima, sea views, south facing, fantastic comm. pool in a green area, walking distance to restaurants and all amenities. Contact: 96673-00-57.

Euro 148000 (109515) Beautiful property; 2 bed plus conservatory, 2 bath, in a gated urbanization with lovely green areas and 2 comm. pools, air cond. Large solarium, 80 mt2 corner plot. Very well mantained, 3 min. from Habaneras shopping centre. For viewing please contact: 96-673-00-57. Euro 115950 (109523) Semi-Detacthed property in La Torreta Florida, 2 Bed, 1 Bath, 400 m2 plot , large terrace, lake views from the large solarium, sunny all year round, garage (possible 3rd bedroom), central heating, fully furnished. For viewing please contact: 96-673-00-57.

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GREENLANDS BOWLS CLUB

On Tuesday 31 March Greenlands held its annual Club Championships Presentation Dinner Dance at El Prado ,San Miguel.

Attendance was in the mid-sixties and most of the prize winners were able to attend. You will recall that the competition winners were announced in last weeks edition. The presentation of trophies was the first order of business for the evening. The trophies are splendid affairs and some of the lady winners of the larger items were struggling to hold them, however, a winner is a winner and all the recipients were suitably posed for their presentation photo with our new President, Chris Dewer. After the formal presentation our retiring President, Steve Westall assisted by Chris made floral presentations to some of the retiring lady members of his long serving committee.

Specifically, and in no particular order, Cas Thomas (secretary), Jill Collins (social secretary) & Lynne Greenland (treasurer). Formal thanks were also expressed to Barbara Doran our retiring Membership Secretary's Secretary.

After the presentation individual choices for an excellent supper were served with panache and a willing smile by the hard working front-ofhouse staff of El Prado The evening was rounded off by dancing to around midnight to music by 'Diverse'.

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Sponsored by Dial Prix Vistabella on the 27,28, 29th March held their Open Competition, 24 teams entered, The team from MonteMar Geraldine Fisher, Gordon Fisher, Brian Zelin managed to get to the Semi Finals to finish in Joint 3rd place, Monday 30th March, MonteMar held the North v South Final, between San Luis and Benitachell, with Benitachell running out winners by 3 Rinks to 2. CBBA President John Albutt Presented the Trophy to the Captain of Benitachell (see pic).

All the Leagues have now finished, Mondays Matadors just missed out winning the Division 2 League by 1 Point, The Friday Matadors in the A Division finished a respectable 5th. Mondays Toreadors in Division 2 finished about Half way, Fridays Toreadors in Division 3 finished in 3rd place. The Winter League finished in 5 place, in the Fed 4s, MonteMar Lords were 2nd in their League, with the Earls in 5th Place.

For further information about MonteMar Bowls and Social Club, please contact Press Officer Brian 966790606, or at www.montemarbowls.com and at info@montemarbowls.com also on Facebook.

THE VISTABELLA OPEN Sponsored by James of Priory Court & Mac Maclean.

Congratulations to the winners Lin & Charlie Watkins and Jason Prokopowycz.

The competion was held over three days last weekend. Winning a place through to the semi finals were Lin & Charlie Watkins and Jason Propokowycz of Vistabella/Quesada v Barbara & Arthur Brown and Barry Latham of Vistabella/La Marina. Ann Marie Stevenson, Ian Kenyon and Maggie Furness of Vistabella v Geraldine Fisher, Brian Zelin and Gordon Fisher of Monte Mar.The final was played over twelve exciting ends between Jason's and Maggie's teams with some excellent bowling from both. The worthy winners were Lin, Charlie & Jason, well done.

Thank you to the Sponsors, Co-ordinators Peter Wright & Barbara Brown. Jenny Bowman & Sandra Burrows for the raffle etc. Last but not least, many thanks to all the entrants for supporting the competition.

MAZARRON BOWLS CLUB Sunday 29th March Mazarron BC played in the President's Cup at home against Indalo BC. Although Mazarron have been flying high with their recent successful results both in the SABA and CBBA Leagues they knew they couldn't take anything for granted against a very experienced club like Indalo. Mazarron has never won the President's Cup in the previous 8yrs it's been played for so, with the

sun shining and nothing to lose, the challenge began. There were certainly some very close drawn games but equally there were two or three very impressive scores achieved by Mazarron in their first win in this competition since it began. The final results gave Mazarron an excellent 5 rinks to 3 win and 171 points to 128.

CARP-R-US CLUB NEWS This week the Clubs anglers fished Round 5 of the Spring series on the River Segurra in Benijofar. In the beginning it was cloudy, but it cleared and was sunny during the day. Considering that the river was flooded there on Monday, it was a surprise to find it three feet down on the morning, exposing mud flats, not making the fishing easy.

Winner on the day was Stan Roberts with 3.36kg, second was Steve Fell with 2.26kg, in third place was Steve Collins with 1.36kg and in fourth place was Graham Leadley with 0.94kg.

The match on 9th April will be on the Eden canal, and the following weeks venue will be decided at our meeting on Sunday.

The next Quiz night is on Tuesday 7th April commencing at 7.30. The cost of entry is 1â‚Ź per person and teams of 6 or less can take part.

The next Club meeting is on 19th April with the Committee meeting at 10.30 followed by the General meeting at 11.00.

The clubs home is the Bar El Alto La Dolores which is just off the N332 between La Mata and Guardamar near the Repsol garage.

For further information visit the website www.carp-r.us.weebly.com or telephone 966717923.

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It has been another good week for Costa Cobras RFC with more new players joining the club from U10’s and seniors of different nationalities.

We now nearly have enough players for U14’s and seniors to run a 7’s team and all of this in just 8 weeks and all age groups from U10’s to seniors gaining more players on a weekly basis, all of this thanks to the fun day few weeks ago and the hard work all of the members of the club have put in, from parents to players alike, a true family run club back to the good old basic ethics of this great sport.

After Easter we are hoping to try and organise some 7’s or maybe even 10-a-side matches against local teams all depending on the number of new players that join in over the next few weeks. This will give the players some valuable experience, as the vast majority have never played rugby before.

So come on down and join in and help push the club to the next level, our club members range at the moment from 7-58 year olds and have never played before so just goes to show you are never too young or old to start.

We train on Monday and Wednesday from 18.00-

19.30 for the juniors, while the seniors will be training from 20.00-21.30. But over the Easter period we are not training on Monday 6 April, but will be back to normal on Wednesday 8 April.

All ages, gender and nationalities are welcome, from beginners to experienced players, the more the merrier, as we are based on the true traditional ethics of the sport. So come along and join the newest rugby team on the Costa Blanca, also team bonding after training in the nearest bar for a drink and chat, just how rugby should be.

So get those boots out and come on down to Daya Vieja sports ground and join in the rugby revolution of 2015, with the Rugby World Cup to look forward to as well, get into this great sport.

For more information about the club contact myself, Dutch, on 692 767 242 or Robert on 697 286 416. Also I am back down at Zoco market on Sunday again from 09.00-13.30, so come on down and find more out about the club and rugby in the area. So for all of your rugby branded clothing and gear including Canterbury casuals and Cotton Traders shirts contact me on the number above.

Sunday March 29th, the second of the SAMM Spring Series race days, saw 8 boats come to the start line for both races on a lovely sunny and warm day.

For the first race the wind was 7kts with stronger gusts and quite marked shifts which made the conditions challenging, especially for the dinghies.

Final results on corrected time saw a clean sweep of the top 3 places by the two Sailfish 18’s and the Balaton of the Balaton Group, with the Catamaran 4th.

By the second race the wind had increased to 10kts but again with marked shifts and gusts of up to about 18kts. These were perfect conditions for the big Catamaran and unsurprisingly she finished in

LOS NIETOS GOLF SOCIETY AT HACIENDA Thirteen-handicapper Iain Furness kept up his recent run of good form by winning Los Nietos Golf Society's April competition with points to spare.

Eighteen members and one guest took part at Hacienda Riquelme and were joined by wives, partners and friends for the presentation dinner at El Fraile bar and restaurant, Los Nietos.

Iain, who has seen his handicap tumble in recent months, scored 35 Stableford points to win by five points from 13-handicapper Trevor Beechey, who picked up the prize for nearest the pin on hole five.

In third place was Pat Hurley with 23 points from a handicap of 19.

Per Stokken won the nearest the pin prize for the 17th hole.

Non-swimmer Tom Wall won the Golden Snorkel Trophy for falling ln a pond on the ninth and Peter Crook took the life-saver award for pulling him out.

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Mar Menor on Wednesday May 6 (11am), 40 Euros for members, 45 Euros for guests, including buggy.

The June outing has been fixed for Wednesday June 3 at La Torre (11am), 40 Euros for members, 45 Euros for guests including buggy and it's Roda on Wednesday July 1st (11.04), 40 Euros including buggy.

New members and guests are always welcome. To find out more email crazygolfers55@gmail.com or call at El Fraile bar and restaurant, Los Nietos.

the top spot. Second was the Sailfish 18 ‘Sirocco’ and third, a great performance in the trying conditions, the Laser 2000 ‘Shoestring Dos’.

A close look at the results tables will reveal some very close finish times between boats, the smallest gaps being 5, 22 and 36 seconds. This seems to indicate that, in the main, the club handicaps being used are reasonably accurate.

A most memorable day, especially for Ingo Wilson and Heinz Lenhard sailing the Laser 2000 ‘Shoestring Tres’ who spent as much time in the water as on it, by capsizing three times during the day.

See page 15 for details of forthcoming SAAM Open Day

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EURONICS THURSDAY DART LEAGUE “THE ELECTRICAL SHOP” - BLUE LAGOON Singles K.O. Cup Qualifiers – 02 April 2015 Venue Gogarty´s

Qualifiers Alex Nikolov Kelvin Angel

Team Meerkats Ale House

Breakaways

Derek Kingsbury John Eyre

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Junction

Nick Spicer Mark Filer

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Sporting Life

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Ladies Singles K.O. Cup Qualifiers – 02 April 2015 In Association With Alex Nikolov Building Services Venue Que Pasa

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Qualifiers Simone De Lacey Leah Chesworth

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Pat Schofield Sonya Cooper

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Mens and Ladies Singles Qualifiers to Ccompete in Semi-Finals On 30th April at The Celler (Formerly Decades) All competitions are now at the semi final stage after this week´s preliminary round play off of both Mens and Ladies Singles. Some familiar faces have qualified in the race for individual honours this term, former champion Sonya Cooper joins last year´s runner up Leah Chesworth, whilst current Merit Table champ Simone de Lacy qualifies with fellow Jaguar Pat Schofield in the last four. Not a bad line up and difficult to predict a favourite. Ms. Schofield will certainly be in the running, she has been playing well all season and jointly holds this term´s highest check out on 158 with Nick Spicer. The Mens category is even more difficult to determine the winner. Many will favour current holder Meerkat Pat Abrams, who is just about finding his explosive form of last term. The Kat will be looking for four titles this season, League, Cup, Singles and Triples but there is one man who could prevent him from taking three of these titles, Nick Spicer.

He figures in all bar the triples and whilst the League title may look beyond the Hyenas, its not a foregone conclusion. A Spicer/ Abrams final would be really special, but lets not forget Mark Filer of Busters.

He has done it all before and can certainly match the Hub duo in the scoring department. Out of the remaining five, Alex Nikolov and John Eyre probably have the best chance of honours, the latter finding some form of late with the Hyenas. I have to make Del Kingsbury, Kelvin Angel and John Lane an outside bet in this field, but the favoured five should not be complacent if drawn against these boys, because on their day…!

At Brett Badlove´s Que Pasa venue, every match had a 2-0 result, quite surprising considering the field. Qualifier Simone de Lacy faced fellow Jaguar and team captain Tracy Simpson in the opener and quickly found the desired trebles with some subsequent heavy scoring and no real response from her team mate. D8 concluded the match, de Lacy recording six scores of 80+, Simpson really out of sorts offering little resistance. Lisa Ivill found scoring no problem, but doubles a little elusive, her opponent Michelle Lane found both disciplines comfortably easy scoring 2x100+ plus D6 and D7 for the game. Gilly Kirby struggled to reach her form of late playing last year´s finalist Leah Chesworth who was quickly into her stride with some steady scoring in each of her two winning legs finally going out on D20 and D5. Another all Jaguars tie, Dee Green v. Angie Craggs produced some great scoring from the latter, but the two important doubles came from Green who progressed to face Chesworth for qualification.

Green couldn’t reproduce her earlier form, the Sporting Life girl improving hers to include a couple of tons plus two doubles to put her into the semis in consecutive seasons. De Lacy faced Green in the other qualification spot and straight away showed why she was top girl in 2014 with 125,100,100 and D2 for the first leg. Scoring like that is enough to humble most, Green finding the treble difficult to find.

The big scores didn’t materialise in the second but the double did as de Lacy qualified along with Chesworth.

At the Ale House current singles champion Yvonne Rouffignac started the defence of her title against an in form Wendy Hayward and quickly found herself one down, Hayward´s second arrow finding D12. The champion soon levelled with some consistent scoring plus her favourite D8, but missed doubles opportunities from both resulted in a battle for D1 which Hayward found first, defeat for the champion and a new name on the coveted trophy. Pat Schofield took two of the three against Kay Hobbis, the latter levelling on D6 to set up a decider. Schofield finished her 501 third leg to set up a juicy encounter with team mate Hayward next round. As expected it was a close encounter, going all three legs, Schofield taking the first on D2 Hayward the next on D20.

Winning the bull in the decider gave Schofield an advantage which gave her first poke at the double, duly accomplished for a 2-1 win.

Joining the Jaguar is former champion Sonya Cooper, representing the Misfits from Sporting Life, who made short work of Hilda Wilkinson

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Qualifiers Pat Abrams and John Lane

initely not on this occasion, for a 2-1 result. Pity Clark wasn’t in the other half of the draw, but from Abrams point of view its another good player out of the way. Abrams next opponent was to be fellow Meerkat Lee Maiden who had earlier taken out Ale House captain Berney Whipday, the former rugby league professional from Salford.

Whipday ensured it was close taking the middle leg on D6 after Maiden had taken the first with a nice 65 out. A 140 from the Kat was enough to allow a miss or two before taking out the third on D2 for the match. Maiden should have taken the first leg against Abrams, winning the bull and wiring D8 for a 76 out in the first, but Abrams efforts of 2x100 and D8 plus 2x100 and a 60 out in the second enough to give the Meerkat a semi final spot. Joining him will be John Lane from Que Pasa Kestrels who overcame Simon Williams 2-0 and Karl Cooper in a tight three leg tussle, culminating in Lane finding D4 for a final place.

At Gogarty´s Kelvin Angel and Alex Nikolov qualified, the former taking out Brian Hobbis and Brett Badlove. Nikolov overcoming Russell Lyness, Paul Dowington and Peter Ayres. Badlove was unlucky not to qualify, top scoring on the night with a 180 plus 135 and 121. Nikolov banging in numerous tons, 2x140 and a fine 110 out, Angel a more modest 140 and 100.

Down at the Breakaways club, league vice chairman Del Kingsbury played some decent arrows taking out Misfit George Cain and the inform Joe Miller. Former Meerkat John Eyre joins him after victories over Chris Miles and the larger than life Sid Cross. Eyre was in blistering form beating Miles 2-0 with 2x100,140,3x80+ then taking out D18 and D4. A similar fate awaited Cross, Eyre hitting 140,132,125,100 and D4 twice. Kingsbury´s efforts were a little more subdued, but winning both matches 2-0 along with a tasty 90 out.

Qualifiers Sonya Cooper and Leah Chesworth in the first game winning 2-0 on D17 and D2. So, two Jaguars and two Misfits in the semi finals, all currently playing well but as we know it all gets a little nervy come finals night, who will hold their nerve better over the other three?

The Mens final is even more difficult to determine. A solid performance from Pat Abrams saw the Meerkat through after a real scare playing Stuart Clark. Abrams won the bull and posted 121 and 100 setting up D10, achieved second dart. Clark´s response was emphatic, 100,121,121 and D4 to level. Abrams won the deciding bull and declared his intentions with 121 and 100, Clark replying with a ton. It was nip and tuck until the Kat left D8, which is rarely missed and def-

A nice 30+ tons to include a maximum at the Junction venue ended not unexpectedly with two outstanding qualifiers in Nick Spicer and Mark Filer. The in-form Mike Smith failed to qualify going out to Filer 2-1 after beating Cyril Harrison and Karl Mallinson both 2-1. Filer took two of the three against Smith in a real thriller that included a 180 from the Buster. Smith levelled on D10 and his haul of 2x100,120 and 3x80+ would have taken out most players, but not Filer on this occasion. The Buster had earlier beaten young Harvey Lane 2-0, but the youngster didn’t disgrace himself and has a bright future. Joe Hawkins continues his excellent form of late managing 2x100 and a 121 but eventually succumbing to Nick Spicer in a 2-0 defeat.

Hawkins had earlier disposed of Kevin Wood with a nice 115 out (T20,S15,D20). Spicer´s last game of the night was against John Williams who gave a really good account of himself, but no match for Spicer who won the game 2-0 to include 2x140 and 3x100 ending the game on D8.

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EUROGOLF SOCIETY The format was a team game of `yellow peril` played on our home course La Marquesa. Some good scores, however, the unequivocal winning team of Franz Berndt, Debbie Weedon, Eamonn Devine and David Valentine came in with 153 points. In 2nd Bob Buckeridge, Gordon Bourne, Franco Gentili and Bev Fairhurst with 148 points.

Third, Robin Richards, Tony Stanley, Ian Stewart and Claire Daye-Gretton with 145 points.

Nearest the pins were 5th Chris Stanley 11th Gordon Bourne 15th Robin Richards, 17th Harry Armstrong. Football drawer winners: Brian Green, Bob Shorley, David Valentine, Stan Low The results of the TOFFS weekly Stableford competition played on Tuesday were as follows: Overall Winner: Sue Gillett 36 points, Gold Division: 1st Sue Gillett 36 pts 2nd Keith Wright 35 pts 3rd Stan Low 32 pts, 4th Bill Martin 32pts. Silver Division: 1st Morag Turner 35 pts 2nd Tom Corbett 35 pts 3rd Ian Stewart 34 pts 4th Bob Shorley 33 pts

Bronze Division: 1st Eamonn Devine 34 pts 2nd Sue Pegg 34 pts 3rd Angelika Berndt 34 pts 4th Sandy Holland 34 pts N.T.P’s 5th Harry Armstrong 11th Keith Wright 15th Debbie Weedon 17th David Gregson Best front nine Mike Gillett 18 pts and best back nine Jan Shorley 19 pts

you to Mick “The Grip” Reeves for providing and presenting the prizes for nearest the pins and thank you to Daya Frutas for the cup and prize for the winner, an amazing fruit and veg basket. Ted Adams won the football card which sponsors our charity, Parkinson’s. Photo shows Steve Day presenting the cup to winner Alan Ralph.

To see all future competitions, which vary over different courses visit www.imanyogolfsociety.com and then all you need to do to join this new society is email your full name and handicap to imanyogolfsociety@gmail.com

THE CERESA CRIBBAGE LEAGUE Results and League Table after Monday 30th March 2015 The Galleon Catorce Casa Ventura Falcons Izzys Bar Peacocks Ebony & Ivory Jaguars Da Vinci's Alpha Mr Smiths Jays La Siesta Sharks

Izzys Bar Magpies Ebony & Ivory Jaguars El Cortijo de Nacho Voles Casa Ventura Ospreys Bar Meson Galea The Galleon Lo Crispin Tavern Da Vinci's Alpha Izzys Bar Peacocks Ebony & Ivory Merlins Rojales Steakhouse Catorce La Siesta Sharks Mr Smiths Jays Casa Ventura Falcons Mr Smiths Robins

3-6 3-6 4-5 1-8 5-4 1-8 5-4 4-5 P 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 27

Casa Ventura Ospreys Izzys Bar Magpies Rojales Steakhouse Lo Crispin Tavern Mr Smiths Robins El Cortijo de Nacho Voles Ebony & Ivory Merlins Bar Meson Galea W 20 19 18 18 16 15 14 14 13 12 11 11 10 10 8 7

L 7 8 9 9 11 12 13 13 14 15 16 16 17 17 19 20

F 144 136 145 138 125 121 131 127 110 110 113 112 115 108 104 105

A 99 107 98 105 118 122 112 116 133 133 130 131 128 135 139 138

Diff 45 29 47 33 7 -1 19 11 -23 -23 -17 -19 -13 -27 -35 -33

Pts 40 38 36 36 32 30 28 28 26 24 22 22 20 20 16 14

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IMANYO GOLF CAPTAINS CUP 31st March at Alenda Sponsored by Daya Frutas and Mick “The Grip” Reeves Summer has arrived and what a fantastic day for our second major cup competition in 2015. The day started with a full English breakfast in Imanyo’s and it was decided the format would be singles full handicap stableford, we incorporated pairs in a blind draw. On arriving at the course we received a friendly greeting from the staff at Alenda and the course was in its usual great condition.

Winner of the Captains cup was Alan Ralph with 34 points, runner up was Mick “The Grip” Reeves with 32 points. Winners of the blind drawn pairs were Peter Nicholas and Mick “The Grip” Reeves with 62 points, runners up, after a 3 way count back, were Brian Court and Andy Ramage with 47 points. Nearest the pins, sponsored by Mick “The Grip” Reeves, were Andy Speck, holes 5 and 9, Alan Rodger hole 7, Donald Main hole 10, Andy Ramage hole 15 and Peter Nicholas hole 16.

The presentation was held at Imanyo’s where hot food and a few tipples were waiting. Thank

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On 27th March 23 members and seven guests assembled at our home course, La Marquesa on a lovely sunny day to play our monthly stableford. Whilst we were playing the greens staff were actually cutting them, which led to a number of "overshoots" when putting. Some players coped with this better than others and some good scores were returned.

There was some stiff competition for the award of best guest but Ian Eversfield eventually came through with a score of 35 points.

Nearest the pin on the 5th was won by another guest, Kath Kirwin, the 11th was won by Harry Armstrong, the 15th by Malcolm Foskett (who also birdied this difficult hole) , and Tony Wilson was nearest on the 17th.

The best front went to Dave Nicholls with a score of 18 and Joe Ogden won the best back with 17 points on countback.

Third today with 32 points was Beverley Fairhurst, second was Gordon White with 33 points, but the winner today with a

creditable 36 points was Debbie Weedon.

After the match we retired for presentations to the Olde 9th, where Grant also served up a welcome repast. Our next match is also at home on Friday 24th April and guests are welcome.

THE CELTS GOLF SOCIETY AT LA SERENA On a beautiful warm spring day we played our April open competition at La Serena. We had 50 players in all participating on the day. It was great to see so many players enter the competition and the weather was marvellous, what with with a gentle breeze and temperatures in the low twenties it was even warm enough for yours truly to don his shorts. We played a singles stableford and here are the results and the relevant handicap adjustments. Our nearest the pins went to, Hole 3 Sue Owens, Hole 7 Alan Woods, Hole 9 John O Brien, Hole 15 Roy Sutherland, Hole 17 Roy Sutherland and Hole 18 Steve Baron.

Category 1 ( Hcap 0 to 14.6 ). 1st. Andy Currie with 36 points handicap reduction 0.2. 2nd. Harry Lee 36 pts. 3rd. Alisdair Mc Lean 36 pts. Category 2 (Handicap 14.7 and over). 1st. Roy Sutherland 34 pts. 2nd. Dave Kirk 33 pts. 3rd. Mary Wigley 33 pts. The gross was won by Carsten Pedersen with 29 pts. Our runner up with 37 points was Pete Easby he had a 0.6 cut to his handicap and first

STEWART’S DOMINATE EUROPEAN DSSF CHAMPIONSHIPS Adam and Lucy Stewart were in action recently when they competed in the DSSF European Swimming Championships in Southampton last weekend.

Adam retained his 800 freestyle European Masters record with a silver medal adding a bronze in 100 butterfly. He also had 2 first places in the 25 freestyle and 25 butterfly ending the competition in great style with a gold medal in the 100 freestyle. He also had 2 PBs. Lucy won a gold in the breaststroke smashing her time by a massive 7 seconds with a PB. She also achieved 2 PBs in the 25 freestyle and 25 breaststroke.

place and overall winner with 41 points was John O Brien with a of reduction 1.4. Thanks to Camillus and his band of helpers and to Denis for the smooth running of the event. We would like to thank and congatulate all those who played and or won a prize on the day, well done and we look forward to meeting you at our next open. On the 11th of April we have the second round of the Serena matchplay league and on the 25th we have the first round of The International League, kindly supported by the Valencian Federation.

We are delighted to welcome new members to our club and last year alone we grew from 38 federated members to 111 at present. Being a federated member has many advantages and golfers are able to avail of very competitively priced tournaments offered throughout the Valencian community from as little as 20 euro per game. For details on membership and upcoming tournaments contact 615 466 398 or e-mail johnobrienalicante@gmail.com.

HAPPY DAYS GOLF SOCIETY

By Lubbertus On Tuesday 31st March the Society held its match at the beautiful La Torre Golf course.

The very large elaborately sculpted bunkers which help to separate the holes, together with three large lakes which come into play on six of the courses holes and the fact that the shorter length of La Torre Golf makes the course more playable for the average to higher-handicap players led to some very good golf being produced On what proved to be a very hot day for the 28 players, Fred Noakes won with 38, 2nd was Roger Liles on 37, with equal 3rd going to Pete Curley and Andy Shuttle on 35. The 2’s went to Steve Dixon at the 3rd hole with Roger Liles at the 15th. Roger completed a very impressive day by also finishing nearest the pin on holes 5 and 11. Not to be outdone, Steve Dixon also got nearest the pin at hole 3, with Simon Sharples nearest at hole 9 and Dai Hughes at hole 15.

When the day was over, everyone was relieved to retreat to their spiritual home and “19th hole” at the Marinasol Restaurant in Cabo Roig where cooling shade and a very welcome buffet was provided, and of course a couple of cool refreshing drinks.

The Happy Days Golf Society’s next competition is on 14th April at the Alhama Golf Course. If you would like to join Happy Days, or just want to know more, then ask Steve, or any of the staff at the Marinasol Restaurant in Cabo Roig and they would be happy to help. There is always a very warm welcome for all comers.

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‘SMART GOLF’ This article is not about your golfing attire and wearing cashmere sweaters and fancy trousers.We are talking here about how to think your way around the golf course using simple common sense. Too easy? I make no apologies for this because failing to take a common sense approach to golf can have a worse impact than a faulty swing technique.

Here are just a few ways in which you can improve this part of your mental approach: Play the first tee shot in your head - When you are driving (carefully) to the course or before you leave the practise area, visualise and play the first tee shot in your mind over and over again because when your face this shot for real you will feel more confident and should see better results.

Stick to your game plan - Before you commence play you should have a plan or strategy for each hole and stick to it irrespective of how you are playing, your score, how the opposition are playing or the state of the match.

Do not turn one bad shot into two (or more) - Golf is a game or mistakes, you will make them, accept them and do not try miracle shots to recover the situation, accept your punishment and get on with the game.

Putting a good score together - When you find yourself in a position where you have a good score going do not get too defensive, trust your swing and stay aggressive.

Use your shots - The handicapping system gives you shots because you need them so use them to the best of your ability and do not waste them by attacking pins tight to bunkers or hitting woods out of the rough to low index holes.

Play the percentages - Do not attempt shots with a high risk of failure, simply get the ball back into play as safely as possible and get the best score that you can on the hole and get on with the rest of the game.

Eliminate your disaster shots - Golf is not about how good your best shots are BUT is about how bad your bad shots are and so identify what these shots are and take lessons to eliminate them.

Pay full attention - Each shot needs and deserves your full attention so do not play any shot unless you are ready to play the shot properly.

Commit to the shot - Select the club that you feel is correct to play the shot, have no doubts about your selection, be positive and swing with confident controlled aggression.

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ALFIES GOLF SOCIETY AT MAR MENOR .....By Tony Hall Mar Menor was the venue this month for 30 Alfies Golf Society members and guests. It was a bright but windy day, clouding over later on, which made scoring difficult. As usual, the course was in good condition.

On returning to Alfie’s Bar the golfers had a good chat about the day’s play, while our committee worked hard in the background auditing the scorecards and sorting out the winners.

Winner on the day was Kevin McBride with 34 stableford points, and Tony Hall was runner up with 33 points. Nearest the pin in 2 on hole 12 was one of our guests, Mick Hemmings; nearest the pin on hole 17 was won by a new member, Grant Meekins. The longest drive winner was Gordon Cowan. Best guest prize on the day went to George Crawford with 27 points. Congratulations to all the winners.

The usual thanks to Anita and Mike at Alfie’s Bar for the after match buffet and refreshments, and to Mike Probert from Costa Blanca Green Fee Services for arranging our day out.

April 30th sees us at El Valle, with a tee off time of 10.33 am. As usual the list is filling quickly, and should you want to play, please speak to Anita or Mike at Alfies Bar, La Ronda CC, Lomas de Cabo Roig or contact our secretary Sandie Hall at alfiesgolfsociety@gmail.com.

Winner – Kevin McBride with Captain,Tony Hall

LA MARINA GOLF SOCIETY AT ALICANTE GOLF Members and guests met at Alicante Golf course on a beautiful Spring day to be met with a course that is improving in condition with every week. The green fairways were a delight to see and so nice to play on.

The gentle breeze and the sunshine were also factors in the standard of play being more consistent with our normal results.

There were also some individual knock out competition matches played with Sarah McCabe, Jimmy Scott and Pete Wootton triumphing although there were no easy wins . On the whole, it was a successful day for the ladies with 4 out of the 6 prizes being taken by them including the rollover 2’s competition which was shared by two of our lady members, Sarah McCabe and Carol Marriner Results: Nearest the pin - Hole 3 Sarah McCabe, Hole 6 Carol Marriner, Hole 12 Sarah McCabe, Hole 17 Mick Cook Gold Division Mick Cook 34 points Silver Division Elspeth Craig 35 points A special mentioned for our young schoolboy guest ,George Taylor, who scored a very noteworthy 37 points.

A wonderful array of food was yet again supplied by Paolo & Helena at La Marina Sports & Social Centre where the usual prize giving was held. It is also the venue for our next social event, the ever popular Bingo Quiz on Tuesday April 7th. Tickets are still available from the Centre or from Elspeth Craig.

Our next games is at Bonalba on April 16th. First tee time 10.32a.m.

when we will be contesting the Optica Texas Scramble Trophy. An entry sheet is on the notice board in the Social Centre or you cal call our Secretary, Alan Craig on 634 347788

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Golf Course Price Comments Alenda €100 Two Players and Buggy Alicante €53 Sgle Green Fee & Buggy (after 2pm) Altorreal €90 Two Players and Buggy Font Del Llop €59 Single Player and Buggy La Finca €134 Two Green Fees and Buggy La Peraleja €140 Four Players and Two Buggies La Marquesa €36 Single Green Fee (weekends only) La Serena €98 Two Players and Buggy Las Colinas €162 Two Players and Buggy Las Ramblas €98 Two Players and Buggy Lo Romero €48 Single Green Fee Roda €94 Two Players and Buggy (after 2pm) Villamartin €45 Single Green Fee (before 9am) Villaitana Levante €45 Single Green Fee Vistabella €195 Four Players and Two Buggies Deals of the week: 5 month membership at Vistabella between May and September 2015 for only €590 and crazy days prices at Vistabella of only €92 for 2 players and buggy (shop price €109) at weekends until June 2015.

For bookings and more information contact Mike on 966 704 752 or 661 345 931 or at info@costa-blanca-greenfees.com or direct quoting reference LEADER. Weather Watch We won't see the scorching temperatures of last week with an 18 degree high and there is the threat of rain mid-week with cloudy conditions most days.

Hollow Tine Watch Vistabella - 21st-27th April 2015 La Manga North - 27th-30th April 2015

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As forecast the weather was just a tad cooler for our visit to the now, very popular La Serena golf course (the one with water on 16 holes).

It doesn’t seem so long ago that the future of this course was doomed, poor condition, no one playing there etc. etc. I am pleased to say that the course was in great condition with the greens fooling many players; they looked slow but by heck they were not! Our format for this venue is usually a team event (it takes the pressure of the individual

card!) So for this visit we were competing in a 2 ball better ball Stableford format. It might be expected that the winning score for this format would be around the 45 points mark, actually until the last of our fourteen pairs came in, the best score was 37 points, so everyone in the clubhouse must have been thinking that they stood a chance of a prize, well their dreams were shattered when 3 of the last 4 pairs came in with a 38 and two 41’s. The 38 points was recorded by Vernon Brown playing by himself due to his partner being the only “no show” of the day. A ghost card was drawn from the pack, and low and behold it just happened to be Nick Spicer’s, who had complained about having a very bad day! Well he did manage to add one point to Vernon’s score, which earned him and Vernon 3rd place. The battle for 1st and 2nd places was between 2 of our Scandinavian pairings the winners being decided on lower handicap, Roger Nilsen and Tove Roed lost out to Gunnel Thunstrom and Ove Cederberg, both teams coming home with 41 points.

The N.T.P.’s this week were for all players and all were taken, Hole3: Ove Cederberg, Hole 9: Sue Owens, Hole 15: Vernon Brown, Hole 17: Hermes Woerdemann, the lucky winners all took home a very nice bottle of spirits, kindly donated by Vernon Brown. Photo: the winning pair, Ove Cederberg and Gunnel Thunstrom The “2’s” pot is growing nicely; it now stands at €57 after a 2nd week of no one making a 2 on the par 3’s. Surly it will be taken at next week’s venue where we visit La Finca for our club Championship which of course will be MEDAL play, this competition is being sponsored by the club Professional of Campoamor, Joe Dean If you fancy a game next Wednesday at La Finca, just call the Match Secretary on 661524101 or visit our website and reserve your place online www.tmgs.org Our associated Club de golf El Paraiso are playing at El Plantio on the 19th April, for more information visit www.clubdegolfelparaiso.com

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By Mike Chapman We started the week on Monday with a Best 2 from 4 with all scores counting on the Par 3's. The weather was ideal for golf however one hole, the par 3 fourteenth proved particularly troublesome for everyone with one team of four failing to score a single point. The winning multinational team with a score of 96 pts were Mike Chapman, Friedel Knebel, Benedicte Kruse and Marleen Billen.

On Wednesday we played our usual weekly stableford competition which turned out to be one of the longest rounds of golf ever with at one stage three flights waiting on the tee to play. This played havoc with most players concentration levels but one player not affected by such things was steady eddie Tom Hardie whose routine forged over many years served him well to win Category 1 with a superb 38 pts.

Doug Wright was relieved that he didn't call it a day at half way because of the slow play as he managed a birdie 2 at the 14th which was one of only 2 two's in the 2's Club. The top three in each Category were as follows: Cat 1. 1st Tom Hardie 38 pts 2nd Bryan Neal 37 pts 3rd Ken Robertson 35 pts. Cat 2. Geoff Biggerstaff 36 pts 2nd Rod Doel 32 pts 3rd Ulrike Barth 31 pts (c/b). 2's Club: Doug Wright and Ken Robertson On Friday several of our members were representing the Society in the final league game of the season with an outside chance of securing the Vega Baja Premier League Trophy for the second year running. The result will be included in next weeks report. The remainder played a 2 ball better ball at Las Ramblas where it was mainly the Lindsay Forbes show as his teams secured both first and second place. As the lower handicap player of 3 Lindsay was partnered by both Mike Chapman and Brian Townend and it was the latter who originally gave his pairing a two point lead following his birdie at the 5th. Mike pulled one back on the 10th scoring 4 pts to Lindsay's 3 but the game changed on the troublesome 14th with Mike scoring the only 2 pts to give his pairing a 1 pt lead which was maintained to the end of the round. Lindsay's superb scoring throughout kept his teams clear of the remainder of the field with Mike Chapman and Lindsay Forbes taking the honours with a total of 45 pts. Lindsay's partnership with Brian recorded 44 pts to take second with Barry Holtham and Nick Campbell third with 43 pts.

WALKING FOOTBALL Playa Flamenca's own Walking football team" WALKING WANDERERS" has just returned from a very successful 3 day trip to Benidorm.

The club formed in September 2014 has enjoyed a number of local tournaments, and plays at the Playa Flamenca Sports ground, The club will shortly be involved with a tournament involving a team coming over from the U.K. Another excursion to Benidorm is being planned for later in the year and as you might imagine the social scene is second to none.

Should you have any enquiries regarding Walking Football please contact:- Maggie 698418629 / 966184917 or E.mail: bobbyg2542@hotmail.com

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INJURIES SCUPPER DESERVED VICTORY CD TORREVIEJA ..........1 UD BENIGAMIN ............1 If I were to tell you that by 20 first half minutes, Torry had executed no less than 8 serious attempts on goal, I would not be lying. They started where they left off, only 4 days before, in similar rampant form, that saw them tear Cullera apart. How they didn't score at least 5 times before half time is beyond me! Two enforced changes were necessary, as Rafa and Juanra came in for the injured Borja and suspended Vicente.

As early as the 2nd min, a superb move involving Cristian, Carrasco and Cesar, saw the latter put in a firm low cross to the far post, where Brani tested Beniganim's keeper Cristian at point blank range. From the next attack, Rafa put Cesar through on goal, but he too failed to beat Cristian. Juanra was next on the act, as his shot was cleared off the line, then Cesar had another shot dealt with by Cristian. A further salvo of shots from Adrian, Jorge and Cesar added to the excitement, but still the scoreboard read '0-0'. Surely Torry would score soon?

Well, on 21 mins, when Cesar struck a swerving 25 yard drive, that damned keeper Cristian again had no right to tip it wide. From the corner, Alexis rose majestically, but his header lacked direction. Three mins later, Torry keeper Oscar was called into action for the first time, bravely saving from Olcini, then from the rebound, the same player hit the post. On 35 mins, a well worked move involving Carrasco and Rafa, culminated in a delightful cross to Ferran (on as a sub for less than 2 mins), whose shot hit the keeper before rolling over the line.

The combination was repeated on 42 mins, although this time Ferran

shot the wrong side of the post. A minute later, Cesar's assist to Rafa put him through on goal, but alas he shot straight at the keeper.

Unfortunately, the sub was then subbed, for Ferran, who had replaced the injured Cristian, lasted only 10 mins, before being replaced by Berna.

I've lost count of the number of times this season that Torry have rued 1st half missed chances, and this game was no exception. Beniganim, not surprisingly employed dirty tactics, as 2 of their players were booked in quick succession, but Torry's search to double their goals tally continued. Rafa had the ball in the net after 49 mins, but was adjudged to have handled. All the previous hard work was then undone in a flash, when first an error by Brani, then a terrible defensive clearance by Ruben (who was to leave the field injured soon after), let in Olcina, whose assist gave Quiquin a simple tap in to equalise. Even after 3 mins of stoppage time, we still believed Torry would find the winning goal, but even though Carassco's cross to the far post produced a firm goal bound Cesar header, it was again saved brilliantly by a keeper on top form. With results going their way, this single point was enough to push Torry up to 9th position, some 5 points outside the last play off slot.

For the second consecutive away match, Torry have a midday ko. On Sun 12 Apr, they make the long trip to Paterna, hoping that a decent nap on the team coach, will revitalize them enough to produce a much needed 3 points.

ATTACK, ATTACK, ATTACK CD TORREVIEJA ..........4 CF CULERA ..................1 What a difference a change of manager can make. For the 2nd consecutive home match under the guidance of Pedreno, new look Torry took the game by the scruff of the neck, reducing their opponents to chasing shadows, which they never caught!

It's what the fans want, it's what the players want, and most importantly, it's what m a n a g e r Pedreno wants.

The man's a breath of fresh air, of which you catch a strong whiff straight from kick off.

Gone is the negativity evident during Galiana's regime, replaced by confidence that is oozing throughout the whole CD Torrevieja set up. Ok, so qualification for div 3 playoffs is still a big ask, but thanks to a change of tactics, and how, it has given Torry players, and fans alike, hope - realistic hope. The humiliation endured when Torry were soundly thrashed at Cullera, is now a distant memory, replaced by a promise that Torry fans can now expect exciting, attacking football, designed to entertain, and hopefully yield plenty of match winning points.

Having said all that, Torry were slow leaving the blocks, and it was Cullera who created the best opportunities early on. The dangerous Manu shot agonisingly wide, but Torry hit back when Cristian, twice within a minute, suffered similar results. Brani kept up the pressure for Torry, his fierce low drive was well saved, but against the run of play, Cullera took the lead on 32 mins. An assist by Abel was clinically despatched from the edge of the box by Manu, leaving an eerie silence around Vicente Garcia Stadium. Fortunately, it didn't take long for parity to be restored, courtesy of an exquisite pass from Cesar, which the clean shaven Carrasco converted with aplomb.

Three mins into the new half, Manu should have scored for the visitors, but surprisingly the skilful striker headed wide at the near post from a corner. Compliments were returned on 55 mins, when Carrasco crossed from the left wing, for top scorer Cesar to firmly head home at the far post. At this point, the game got a bit silly, as bookings for Vicente, Cristian, then Carrasco, were followed by a sending off for Cullera manager Gutierrez for something he said.

Enter a Torry rampage. Surging runs from Brani, Cristian, Carrasco and Cesar, tested the resolve of Cullera's defence, especially keeper

Lucas. Man of the match Carrasco expertly squared the ball from the dead ball line, giving Cristian the perfect opportunity to score from close range on 82 mins. Substitute Juanra provided Brani the opportunity to unleash a thunderbolt from fully 25 yards, to complete the revenge mission on 88 mins.

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