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May 2015

EDITOR’S LETTER

Hired or fired? This month not only sees the biggest, boldest athletic contest on the island, with the Ironman arriving once again; it will also see the biggest round of job interviews on Lanzarote, as local candidates tussle for a place on the island´s seven councils. And if you´re registered with your local Ayuntamiento, you can also be part of the panel which decides whether they´re hired or fired. There are plenty of criticisms that can be made of politics on Lanzarote, but lack of engagement is not one of them. These elections promise to be more eventful, colourful and noisy than ever.

ing later on. The last four years have seen a change in the way politicians deal with the public – many of them seem more open, more keen of their responsibilities, and more willing to engage with the concerns of all the residents on the island – not just those that have voted for them for ever. They know that things are changing, and that this island will only fulfil its real potential if its institutions represent everybody. That´s their job, its your duty to keep them to it.

ontents C Perhaps that’s because, at this level, your vote can really make a difference. Promises will be made, and those who made them will be held to account. On the other hand, if you don´t participate, then you can´t expect to be taken seriously when you start complain-

On page 13 we look at what´s on offer in the voting booths, and on page 17 we tell you how to cast your vote. The rest is up to you. Enjoy the mag

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New NHS rules could affect British ex-pats who expect to receive free health treatment when they return to the UK.

s of April, all users of NHS services will be asked to declare that they are “ordinarily resident” in the UK. If not, they may be expected to pay for treatment up front.

The Ministry of Health recently issued a statement which said: “Within the UK, free NHS treatment is provided on the basis of someone being ‘ordinarily resident’. It is not dependent upon nationality, payment of UK taxes, national insurance contributions, being registered with a GP, having an NHS number or owning property in the UK.”

ment pension and have registered for healthcare in Europe with an S1 form will also be able to use the NHS as usual. Those who are living in the EU, outside the UK, and are not working or below retirement age will have to ensure they have an EHIC (European Health) card

The rule will not apply to emergency treatment or GP visits, which will remain free to all. British pensioners who receive a UK state retire-

or take out private insurance to cover themselves for planned medical care when visiting the UK. The new rules are part of a drive by the Department of Health to recoup £500 million a year by

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“If it’s not an emergency and you’re not a pensioner you may not be covered unless you have an EHIC card.”

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Computer simulation of Playa Blanca´s new harbour

Month in

n Playa Blanca

The Oleg Naydenov at Las Palmas

Opens Port Contest

The Offical Bulletin of the European Union has published the official tender for the works to extend the harbour at Playa Blanca. The €48 million project will, according to Yaiza Mayor Gladys Acuña, be “our highway to the world.”

n Oil leak blasted Spain has been criticised for the decision to tow a burning Russian ship out to sea off Gran Canaria. The Oleg Naydenov caught fire in Las Palmas port, and the decision was taken to tow it out to a location 15 kilometres from the popular resort of Maspalomas to let the flames die out. However, four days later the ship sunk in over 2 kilometres of water. It is estimated that over 1,500 tonnes of fuel oil were held on the ship, and Spanish TV has shown footage of an oil slick estimated at 6 kilometres in length moving south-west into the open Atlantic. This accounts for just a quarter of the oil held on the ship, according to experts.

Spanish transport minister Ana Pastor attended the scene and her government was immediately criticised for the decision to tow the ship out to sea. The criticism was echoed by the ship´s captain, who believed the blaze could have been dealt with in the port.

n Tragedy in Costa Teguise Lanzarote was shocked in April by the death of young holiday-maker Logan Kehoe, who drowned in a swimming pool in Costa Teguise. Logan, 13, from Kings Heath, Birmingham, was holidaying with family. His body was spotted on the bottom of the pool, but efforts to revive him failed.

The harbour will be extended in order to provide easier docking for the regular ferries to and from Fuerteventura, protecting the leisure marina closer to shore from their wakes. The improvements will also mean that cruisers of up to 300 metres will be able to dock in Playa Blanca, opening up the south of the island to this mode of tourism. The project is forecast to be completed by 2019.

n Short, Sharp Shock A 31-year-old man suffered burns and temporary heart failure after being electrocuted on a building site in Puerto del Carmen. The victim was taken to hospital, and Tias police discovered a saw and a pair of pliers nearby. This has led them to suspect that the victim was in the act of stealing copper wiring when he was electrocuted.

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n Poll gives CC lead

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An opinion poll undertaken in mid-April indicates that the Coalicion Canaria will remain in power in the Canarian Government and Lanzarote´s Cabildo after May´s local elections. However, the CC will also lose a significant amount of support in the process.

The Guardia Civil´s explosives department was kept busy last month with two discoveries of unexploded weapons on Lanzarote. First, at the end of March, a hand grenade was discovered in Orzola harbour. It was removed and exploded securely by the Guardia Civil, but so far no theory of its origin has been put forward. In mid-April, an unexploded artillery shell was discovered at Montaña Bermejo, which has been used for military manoeuvres in the past. The rusty shell was also exploded safely.

The poll, carried out by Diario de Avisos, estimated that the CC will win 7-8 Cabildo seats, down from its current 9. Both the PSOE and the PP will win 3-4 seats; the PIL will continue with 2 and Podemos will take two seats. If the prediction is accurate it will lead, once again, to a complicated set of pacts between parties. Although pacts are normal in Canarian politics, this years elections seem more fragmented than ever, and most parties have been careful not to risk relations with potential future pact partners.

n Grapes galore Lanzarote´s wine council believes that this year´s harvest could exceed 3 million kilos, which would be the biggest harvest since 2006.

Juan Fernando López Aguilar

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A council spokesman said “It´s too early to confirm such a harvest, but all the indications are that we will easily beat last year´s harvest of 2.7 million kilos.

n LÓpez Aguilar

suspended

Canarian socialists have suspended the exMinister of justice and Euro MP Juan Fernándo López Aguilar after allegations of domestic abuse.

n Women “have less time” A candidate for Arrecife´s council has been accused of sexism after saying that “women have less time than men.” Rafael González, a candidate for the Coalición Canaria, responded to criticisms that were no women on the party´s shortlist for the council by saying that “it´s because women have less time than men.” According to members of the PP, the statements were “sexist” and “showed contempt towards the role of women in politics.”

Once the rising star of Canarian socialists, López Aguilar served as justice Minister under Zapatero´s government before winning a seat in the Euopean parliament. However, accusations that he had committed acts of domestic abuse “since 2000” were recently made by his wife.

Such a big harvest is not necessarily good news for grape growers, however. A large harvest lowers the price and affects smaller vineyards in particular. The Council warn that many tonnes of grapes could go unpicked in the case of a glut.

López Aguilar strongly rejects the accusations, saying that his wife had threatened to “destroy him.” However, he asked to be suspended until the matter was heard in order to save the image of the party.

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n Calling all charities!

On 20th June, Lanzarote A Caballo will be hosting a Grand Charity day organised by Pals. All associations are welcome to take part in this showcase event which will run from 11 am to 6 pm. There´ll be live music, tapas, a tombola and kids activities. Stalls inside are available for cake makers, Greetings cards, jam and chutneys etc. Call 928 830298 for further details. Deirdre Macfarlane-Archer writes “As in past years we borrowed a donkey from Jesús and her son in Nazaret. Two of the children, Ava Cooper 6, and Arthur Cooper, 2 ,mounted the donkey and had a short ride down the road. As Arthur was not too confident about this form of transport his ride was very short, but Ava stayed the course much to the delight of the congregation. The children then joined the Sunday School teacher to learn more about the

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n More warmth, more Coffee

After formally donating the sum of €11,495. 65 to Arrecife homeless charity Calor y Café – an incredible sum raised via regular sales and markets Claudine Roper received the following message of thanks from Sor Ana, the tireless nun who founded and runs the association. “As the person in charge of Calor y Café I´d like to thank you for the silent work that you have undertaken organising the market and all that it entails. Thanks on behalf of all those who will benefit from your generosity and your commitment toward those who have the least. Sincere thanks, Sor Ana.”

n New mass time

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The British School at Tahiche held its annual show on April 17th – a hugely entertaining affair, as always. Star of the evening, however, was Titus Goossens, who was presented with a special award by headmaster Gill Crew after achieving the best IGCSE mark in the world for Spanish. Not bad for a lad who arrived at the school not knowing the language…

n Craft sessions raise €1575

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Sonja Tibber writes... When Phil was diagnosed with lung cancer 6 months ago I asked him the obvious question: if there was anything left that he really wanted to do in life. He thought for a moment and then said that there was nothing. Having lived life to the full, he now felt completely at ease and just wanted to carry on as he had done in Lanzarote for the past 30 years, doing the things he enjoyed and being with the people he loved. He told me many times that he felt he had lived three lives: the first when he was very young, working in France and Spain, living fearlessly and to excess; the second, when he owned Gulliver’s nightclub in London, surrounded by music, socialising and travelling (with all the highs, and inevitably, also the lows that it entailed); and the third, when Phil and I got together and eventually moved to Lanzarote. Although life became more tranquil in these years, he learned to really appreciate a healthy lifestyle and the importance of family and friends. Until the very end his core personality remained the same: his passion, his kindness and especially his humour. Although my loss is immense, I would not trade those forty years we shared for anything.

and carry on raising money for charity and looks forward to meeting up with her fellow crafters.

n Kennel Klub catwalk

16th May, 7pm at the Club Calypso in Puerto del Carmen- that´s the place to be for the Kennel Klub Fashion Show. KK models will be strutting their stuff on the catwalk and there´ll be a tasty meal to get everyone in the mood. For more details and tickets (€10) go to the Kennel Klub on Facebook or email thekennelklub@outlook.com The Kennel Klub desperately needs volunteers to help at the Concord sale setting up the stalls the last Friday of every month and packing up the last Saturday of every month blankets, bedding, Tshirts, towels, toys etc. for the dogs and items to sell at the car boot. Don´t forget to join the Kennel Klub´s teaming scheme, as well, where for just €1 a month you can make a difference. The first aim is to reach 150 teamers, providing kennelling costs – and saving the life – of one dog. See more details on the Kennel Klub´s Facebook page.

Hospital Doctor José Molina Orosa My husband Philip Tibber died in the general hospital in Lanzarote on 7th April 2015. He had been seriously ill for a year and although I have been tempted many times to write about our treatment, I decided to wait until the end of his treatment, whatever the outcome, before I shared my thoughts. I have never experienced such compassion, care and dedication from everyone that crossed our path in those 12 months. I am so grateful that they made what could have been a very frightening and sad journey into one of hope and friendship. We were in A&E so many times and he was immediately rushed through. On leaving they always insisted that I should bring him straight back if there was even the slightest doubt that all was not well.

The last three weeks of Phil’s life were spent in hospital in Lanzarote and many of the doctors and nurses that we had met through the year would pop in to visit and everybody would give that reassuring touch of their hand across the shoulder, squeeze his hands in theirs, wink or share a joke. They never gave up on him. Up until the day he died there were X-rays at his bedside, daily blood tests and every other test imaginable. I know that his humour was infectious but what we received was way beyond the call of duty and I will always be grateful that experience took place here with such amazing care and compassion. Sonja Tibber

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URO NEWS

Rajoy will ride it out

Although hand-picked as successor by previous President José Maria Aznar, Rajoy has never managed to pacify the right of his party, for whom Aznar is a totemic figure. It´s also true that Rajoy has rarely connected with the Spanish public. With a young new leader at the head of the Socialist Party and a strong wish for political renewal, it is only the lack of a credible rival that may ensure Rajoy´s survival.

UK goes low-cost It is now cheaper to hire workers in Britain than it is in Spain, a Eurostat report has revealed.

Mariano Rajoy has stated his intention to run for a second term as Spain´s president in the general elections due in December 2015. “I would like to be a candidate and become prime minister again,” Rajoy confirmed to RNE.

owever, Rajoy will first have to be reselected by his party, and that is by no means a certainty. Poor election results in Andalusia have increased the discontent within the PP, and a poor showing in May´s local elections could bring things to a head.

Losing the faith

The cost of employing a worker in the UK is €20.90 an hour, according to the report. In Spain, the cost is €21.10. Norway heads the list in Europe, with a figure of €48. The labour cost statistics reflect wages in the EU , and concerns have been raised that the UK is now becoming a “low cost country.” The figures for Ireland show that employers pay almost €30 an hour on average.

Spain has more atheists than any other country in Western Europe, according to a recent Gallup poll. The poll revealed that 20 per cent of Spaniards described themselves as convinced atheists. 37 per cent said they were religious, and a further 35 per cent said they were “not religious.” The figures reflect a general move away from the dominant Catholic religion in Spain - a trend that started before the 1936 Civil War. The Franco dictatorship, however, closely allied itself to religion. Nevertheless, in the years since the restoration of democracy, Spanish religious observance has steadily declined In Britain, the poll revealed that only 30 per cent said they were religious, while the figure for atheists was 13 per cent.

Wage stagnancy for British workers (wages are now at the same level as 2008) has been accompanied by a booming job market, as international firms take advantage of the low cost of labour. In February, British PM David Cameron urged businesses to offer employees pay rises in order to deflect increasing criticisms of a lowwage culture in the UK.

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Pancho Hernández, Mayor of Tías

“ The modernisation of Puerto del Carmen

will bring more

tourists

and more

investment from new businesses” the interior of Puerto del Carmen to renew public spaces. When I arrived in the Mayor´s office I took over the fifth most-indebted council in the Canaries, with the highest financial pressure on each citizen. We rolled up our sleeves and got to work, cutting the debt from €32 million to €14 million in less than three years. We got rid of obstacles to investment and taxes, and we told the complex owners “If you renew, we´ll create a Plan that will allow you to do so.” Now, you can see machines working on many streets, other Works awaiting final approval and new, renovated complexes. And now we´re starting a new concept in the modernisation plan. In Puerto del Carmen there are many “2 Key” complexes. Many are under renovation and will become Four Star establishments, increasing quality and service. It´s a good sign for the future that is our destiny.

Pancho Hernández, Mayor of Tías and his new team

ince 2011, the Mayor of Tías and his team have approved many measures to relaunch the economy and modernise Puerto del Carmen. From this year IBI (housing tax) has been reduced by 29%; individuals and businesses no longer have to pay construction taxes and businesses and traders who open new premises are exempt from opening taxes.

Mayor Pancho Hernández answers questions about the new look Puerto del Carmen.

n How do you assess the tour-

ism situation in Lanzarote and Puerto del Carmen?

The latest statistics are out. In 2014 the island broke a record with 2.4 million tourists, most of them from abroad. We are market leaders in Britain and Ireland, and these tourists prefer Puerto del Carmen. This resort achieved the highest levels of occupancy in Spain in the extra-hotel category (villas and complexes) , according to the National Institute of Statistics. Three years ago, tourists and investors would look elsewhere, but with the Modernisation Plan we launched in January 2014 they´re returning to Puerto del Carmen. The hoteliers know we offer a safe, quality destination and have committed to complete renovation.

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We are a reference in all the Canaries in terms of this plan and there are works in progress accounting for investments of over €100 million.

n What

type of works?

20 projects were approved in the Plan of January 2014. Today the most important ones are all being built, or awaiting licences. Among them, a licence is expected for the first Five Star hotel in Puerto del Carmen, which will open in 2016. Puerto del Carmen is being reborn and will attract new investment to Lanzarote.

n What

are the key elements of this rebirth? That tourism continues being one of our main sectors over the next decades, together with technology; that we remain a destination with a good reputation in consolidated markets such as Ireland, Britain and Germany, as well as emerging markets such as France and Scandinavia. But above all, that tourism businesses have been infected with the enthusiasm that our ruling group has shown for the plans we´re putting into action. While most public institutions were not investing, Tías undertook the largest Public Works Plan Lanzarote has seen in the last four years. And we´re doing it in

n Which

new projects are in progress? We´ve approved the Tías General Plan, the first in the Canaries to adapt to the Law of Renovation and Modernisation. We are now a reference point in these fields. All of Puerto del Carmen´s land, with 30,000 tourist places, will be completely remodelled. We are carrying out Works in C/Reina Sofia, C/Pedro Barba and C/La Nasa, stimulating renovation in the interior of the resort. There is also a Plan that will see 83 streets being resurfaced But most importantly, many people are investing in Tías thanks to lower taxes. We´ve reduced IBI to 29% and construction taxes have been abolished for home improvements and business premises. With these measures, the modernisation of Puerto del Carmen is a reality; more tourists will arrive and more businesses will invest here.

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LOCAL ELECTIONS 2015

This month the strict laws against public advertising that govern Lanzarote will be suspended, and the island will explode with posters, banners, flags, hoardings and other forms of political publicity.

T ote! V T imeto

he local elections are a hugely important event for the island, and will decide who will govern all seven of the island´s municipalities for the next four years.

And these elections promise to be more interesting than ever before, as a host of new parties join the fray, while the older, more established political parties attempt to retain control of their traditional power bases. The lists of candidates have now been announced, and the choice is wide. In Arrecife, for example, ten separate parties will be on offer to voters. The Coalición Canarias, who have ruled both the Ca-

naries, Lanzarote´s Cabildo and four of the island´s seven councils for the last four years, will be on offer throughout the island. The same goes for the two main national parties, the Partido Popular (PP) and the Socialists. A separate Canarian nationalist party, Nueva Canarias, is also making a strong push this year. But many eyes will be on the smaller parties. The rise of the citizen´s parties Podemos has been one of the main political stories in Spain recently. Podemos is not stand-

ing in the council elections, but Podemos members will be standing under then name Ganemos in Arrecife, Tias and Yaiza. Ciudadanos will present one candidate in Arrecife. Somos Lanzarote, an ecological party, will present candidates everywhere except Tinajo. Then there are smaller “neighbourhood” parties such as Plataforma San Borondón in Tias and the Partido Vecinal para el Progreso in San Bartolomé. Both of these parties have gained a lot of local support and could well increase their presence on the councils this year. Over the page we look at the responses of some of the candidates to the question “Why should foreign residents on Lanzarote vote for your party?”, but don´t take our, or their, word for it. Get out, talk to people, approach candidates yourself and find out exactly what you’re voting for.

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LOCAL ELECTIONS 2015

The Gazette contacted candidates of many of the most important political parties on Lanzarote, asking them the simple question “Why should foreign residents vote for your party?” We received answers from candidates in Tías, Teguise and Arrecife, as well as a number of responses from some of the smaller parties. being Mayor I´ve shown that I´m a law-abiding man who keeps his word and who does not waste public money like the previous ruling group in the Council. “My team and I have reduced the municipal debt by 50%; we have given Tías the most transparent public management in the province of Las Palmas; we´ve reduced residents´ taxes; improved the economy and created jobs; we´ve ensured a good, modern sanitation service and we´ve established free translation services so that residents who don´t speak Spanish can use the Ayuntamiento. “And finally, something very important – the biggest investment plan in public works. We are modernising Puerto del Carmen and all Tias´s villages with €15 million of investments. As Mayor, I represent the future and progress – the other parties want to return to the past.”

his is just a taster, however. Throughout May you´ll have every opportunity to contact local candidates, ask questions and make your own mind up.

n TIAS The contest in Tíás promises to be a straight battle between the incumbent PP, led by Pancho Hernández, and the Socialists, whose candidate is César Reyes. However, other parties could prove key to forming a majority ruling group. Pancho Hernández of the PP told the Gazette: “Citizens, especially those resident here, want decent public services; they want to see that their taxes are contributing to a better municipality. In four years of

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Tias Socialists gave the following statement: “The Socialists have achieved an important renovation in their candidacies for the Ayuntamiento of Tías. We have created an achievable, realistic electoral programme with a high content of social projects, showing a clear social and civil commitment.”

n TEGUISE Currently ruled by CC Mayor Oswaldo Betancort, Teguise will also see a strong campaign by the PP, led by Francisco Dorado and featuring a number of British and foreign candidates. The Socialists will also be strong. The CC’s Oswaldo Betancort provided us with the

following answer “Teguise has always been a welcoming and cosmopolitan place and our party has always stood up for these values. For that reason we believe we are the best choice for those who, coming from abroad, have decided to live in our municipality. “We are conscious that tourism is key to our economy and this has been the focus of many of the recent initiatives of the council. Now we need continuity, so that we can consolidate the improvements that can now be seen throughout Teguise. “Thanks to everyone who has given us their support and their suggestions to make Teguise a better place to live. We will continue working for the best social, economic and cultural welfare of Teguise.” Roger Deign, PP candidate in Teguise, told the Gazette: “For the past 8 years the PP in Teguise has had the only active British town councillor in Spain. During that time I have continually represented the interests of all the ex-pats in Teguise. “The PP feels that this has been such a successful appointment, that this year they have included eight foreigners in their list of candidates for the Town Council, five of whom are British. “Nationalist and socialist parties have ruled Teguise for the past 32 years. Their legacy in Costa Teguise is a town full of dreadful concrete skeletons, a non-existent marine parade in front of the Hotel Las Salinas, overgrown gardens and a new town plan that catalogues hundreds of houses as commercial properties so that no-one will be able to get mortgages in the future. “The abuse of power has been never-ending and rate payers cannot see anything at the end of any year

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for the €27 million that their taxes have produced for the budget. “Your support for the PP would allow sense and reason to replace this madness.”

n ARRECIFE Carmen Sáez, the PP councillor in Arrecife who has been a driving force behind the renovation of the Charco de San Ginés and will be seeking re-election in May, told us “I think the PP stand a good chance in Arrecife. We´ve shown we know how to manage things, and we´re looking forward to a good result.” Eva de Anta, the Socialist Culture Councillor for Arrecife, is also hopeful of continuing in government. She points to the capital´s recent rejuvenation in terms of cultural events, with the opening of Arrecife History Museum last year as well as the film festival and a number of local exhibitions. “Culture must be accessible by everybody, regardless of age, race, class, sex or nationality,” says Eva. “We want everyone, no matter who they are, to enjoy what Arrecife has to offer.”

The new centre-right citizen´s group Ciudadanos will only present one municipal candidate, in Arrecife. Ignacio Romero Uribarri told us that “Ciudadanos is a party formed of young, well-prepared individuals whose aim is to bring responsibility and justice without extremism and revolutions. We have a Zero tolerance policy towards corruption and favour political reform that will change a system that currently favours the two main parties. We will prioritise health, education and social services and we will offer full support to the self-employed and small businesses.”

n OTHER PARTIES, OTHER ANSWERS Other parties also responded to the Gazette. Manuel Rodríguez, of the Partido Vecinal in San Bartolomé, is well known to many ex-pats due to his efforts in establishing the Playa Honda secondhand market and supporting events at his Bar Concord in Playa Honda. He told the Gazette “I am always open to suggestions and willing to help

residents of all nationalities. We´ve built up a great relationship and I hope it will continue.” Representatives of Podemos directed us to the “Decalogue” of commitments that forms the basis of the new party´s policy (available online at podemos.info ). Although Podemos will not feature in the municipal elections, local circles will present themselves under the name Ganemos in Arrecife, Tías and Yaiza, and the decalogue will also be a deciding factor on their policies. Canarias Decide is a green/radical left party containing members of the United Left and Los Verdes. They told us “We are the workers’ party. While other parties are worried about balancing accounts, we place value on the people. We will recover those values that have been taken away by the crisis – jobs, rights and freedoms We live on an island with a service economy and everyone we meet, in the supermarket, in the petrol station, in the long dole queue, deserves a party that prioritises their problems over the crocodile tears of the bankers. We also support clean, renewable energy – an issue of huge relevance to Lanzarote.

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How to

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If you’re planning to vote in the Spanish Municipal Elections on May 24th (the day after the Ironman), then it’s worth knowing how to go about it. While the process is similar to voting in the UK or Ireland, there are also some important differences that may confuse the beginner.

irst, you need to know whether you have the right to vote. You should have received an electoral census form indicating that you are eligible to vote, and this will also indicate the voting station you should present yourself at. If you haven´t received a census form, a trip to your local Ayuntamiento is in order to find out whether you are registered or not. Next, find out where your voting station (mesa electoral) is. There were 142 of these on Lan-

locales” (there will be other papers for the Cabildo and Canarian Government elections, which foreign EU residents do not have the right to vote for). Simply place the paper in one of the envelopes.

If you want privacy to put your paper in the envelope, a curtained booth is available in all voting stations.

zarote at the last elections in 2011, and they are usually located in public buildings or schools. Once again, your Ayuntamiento will have a full list of voting stations. Polling starts at 9am and continues all day until 8pm. When you enter the polling station, you will see various tables with paper sheets arranged on them. Each pile of papers represents a political party. Make sure the paper you pick is the one presenting candidates for the “elecciones

You can then vote. Take the filled envelope to one of the tables (these are often ordered due to the first initial of the voter´s surname) and display your ID. This can be a passport or a driving licence with a photo. An expired document can also be used, but it must be an original, not a copy. The attending official will check your name on the electoral roll, and once you have been located and ticked off, you can plonk your envelope into the transparent perspex box. That´s it! You´ve cast your vote.

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t´s long been evident that sticking up for British citizens abroad isn´t much of a vote-winner back in the UK. but that doesn´t mean that the political parties aren´t aware that over 2 million Britons live and work abroad. On voting rights, the most concrete undertaking appears in the Conservative´s manifesto. They say “We will complete the electoral register, by working to include more of the five million Britons who live abroad. We will introduce votes for life, scrapping the rule that bars British citizens who have lived abroad for more than 15 years from voting.” Such a move would, at least, put an end to the disenfranchisement that is suffered by all ex-pats who have been away for over 15 years. However, the fact that such voters may have a limited connection to their constituencies is addressed by the Liberal Democrats’ message. They say they will “explore options to strengthen and simplify the voting rights of UK citizens living abroad and address disenfranchisement experienced by some.” At last year´s Lib Dem conference, the party resolved to “explore the viability of overseas constituencies such as those used in some other European countries”.

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Meanwhile, Labour, the Greens and UKIP make no statement on expat voting rights, although the Green Party have said they are interested in looking at the matter. As an Australian immigrant to Britain, Leader Natalie Bennett has often represented ex-pats in the past. The Greens, however, offer another incentive to ex-pats, promising to reinstate the Winter Fuel Payment if elected in May. The Conservatives have pledged to maintain the current “temperature test” policy as it is, while Labour have mentioned that they will not change the current law as it affects ex-pats, and will remove the WFP from the top-earning 5% of pensioners living in the UK. The UKIP manifesto is quite clear on one issue – withdrawal from Europe – but less clear on the repercussions that this may have for hundreds of thousands of Brits living abroad. Nigel Farage has said that a “reciprocal agreements” could be made to allow British to stay in Spain, but the party´s manifesto offers no further clues as to how EU freedom of movement clauses would be repealed without affecting Britons living in Spain.

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anarians Canary Day is on May 30th. To celebrate it, we look at one of the abiding mysteries of the islands – the aboriginal Guanche and Maho peoples.

Ignacio Romero Perera

Time has been the main eraser. Visit the ancient palace at Zonzamas today and you´ll find a stark rocky outcrop surrounded by stone arrangements that have long fallen into disarray. Centuries of human activity, as well as the volcanic eruption of almost 300 years ago have wiped out much of the Mahos´ legacy, and when you see one rock on top of the other you can never know if it was placed there last year or 800 years ago. Ignacio Romero Perera is a young scientist who also works as an educational advisor for Senderismo Lanzarote, an organisation which conducts regular guided walks discovering Lanzarote´s heritage. According to Ignacio, there are no accounts of the Mahos’ lifestyle that were not recorded by the French and Spanish conquistadores, and “they had their own agenda.” When the conquistadores arrived, the Canaries were populated by various tribes and there seemed to be little contact between the peoples on each island. Ignacio, however, believes that there must have been some interaction as “there is no similar archipelago in the world where separate islands have not been in contact.” Known as guanches on Tenerife and Gran Canaria, bimbaches on El Hierro and mahos on Fuerteventura

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and Lanzarote, the islanders lived a stone-age lifestyle, relying on agriculture and livestock (goats) to provide food and clothing, and building maretas (small reservoirs) to conserve water. They mummified their dead and historical reports indicate that they may have practiced a form of sun worship. When the first conquistadores set foot on Lanzarote in 1402, the islanders stood little chance against the steel and armour of the invaders. More

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tion of the low ground by the invaders, and soon the natives were overcome. A process of colonization then began that involved the extermination or enslavement of the male population. Women, meanwhile, were taken as “wives” by the invaders. Ignacio Romero

The legacy of the Mahos has been largely lost over centuries of human and natural activity. spirited resistance was met later in the western islands, where the terrain allowed the natives more opportunity to hide, but on Lanzarote the main tactic of the mahos was to pelt enemies with rocks from high ground. This resulted in rapid occupa-

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eguise, Zonzamas, Ico, Yaiza – the ancient names used by the original inhabitants of Lanzarote still echo on the island today, but these evocative and strange words are one of the few remaining legacies of a people whose lifestyle, beliefs and customs are almost entirely unknown to us.

says that this process, known as “gendercide” in academic circles, has been confirmed by modern DNA analysis comparing modern Canarians with the remains from ancient tombs. The maternal strain of aboriginal DNA can be

found in over 50 per cent of contemporary Canarian samples, while paternal traces are negligible.

n Lanzarote’s Archaeological Heritage

Marriages between the conquistadores and the local women were key to the Christianisation of the islands, and were also important to secure local alliances. The marriage of Princess Teguise to Maciot de Bethancort, nephew of the first conqueror of Lanzarote, Jean de Bethancort, is one of the best known examples of this process. To this day, Bethancort is a common surname on Lanzarote.

The most important archaeological site on Lanzarote is at Zonzamas, directly opposite the island´s rubbish dump. This, according to Ignacio Romero, was the main centre of population before the arrival of the conquistadores. Remains of the circular dwellings used by the Mahos can be seen here, as well as a cave. Between the mountains of La Rosa and Maneje, a quesera can be found. The purpose of this structure is a mystery, although some believe it was used for rituals involving goats milk, from which the name arises. Close to the quesera, a rock can be found with footshaped carvings. The mysterious word SINCICAVA has also been carved on a rock at Zonzamas, engraved by an unknown hand in an alphabet that could be latin or a North African punic script.

Today, the main legacy of the original inhabitants of the islands is found in place names and Canarian first names such as Faina, Yeray, Adoze and Cathaysa. Ignacio Romero also points to the tradition of the taro, a circular construction used as a refuge by

Elsewhere, at Fiquinineo, between Sóo and Teguise, remains of Maho houses can also be found, as well as a settlement used by African slaves (at one time 60% of the island’s population consisted of slaves). Other carvings can be found on the peak of Mount Guenia, between Guatiza and El Mojón, where it is believed that the Maho´s arranged stones to measure the sun´s rays, for

Re-enaction of Guanche ceremonies

A visitor’s centre in Zonzamas was never finished

goatherds, that was carried on throughout the centuries. César Manrique´s home in Tahiche is called the taro, as Manrique chose to echo the original islanders’ method of building homes in already-existing caves in the ground. The tradition of goatherding has also been constant on the eastern islands.

timekeeping or ritual purposes. However, according to Ignacio Romero “archaeology on Lanzarote is in a bad state.” The abandoned visitors centre near the Zonzamas site bears witness to a lack of commitment to celebrating the island´s aboriginal heritage and, although premises for a new archeological museum have been purchased in Arrecife, there are no official plans for filling it.

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for Canary Day is a little dull, unless you’re interested in regional politics. It was on this day in 1991 that the islands finally signed their constitution establishing them as an autonomous region of Spain. This gave birth to the Canarian Government, a new level of power in addition to the islands’ Ayuntamientos and Cabildos.

May 30th is Canary Day, when all seven islands come together to celebrate their culture, their history and their existence. So maybe it’s time to look at the very best of what the Canaries have to offer.

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The Canarian tricolour flag – blue for the sky and ocean; white for the surf and clouds and yellow for the sand and sun, will be flown on all the islands from El Hierro to La Graciosa, and the Canarian anthem, based on a traditional lullaby and adapted by Teobaldo Power, a Tenerife composer of Irish origin, will ring out, joined by the sounds of the folk music of the islands. So what is it that makes the Canaries so unique and different?

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A glance at any map will show you that although these islands are Spanish, geographically they are part of Africa, and are the closest European short haul destination to the tropics. This sunshine and mild weather is what has provided the islands with their recent tourist economy, but in the past it also meant that the islands made good money from winter tomatoes.

Just as important for the development of the island is the prevailing north easterly alisio wind. It was this wind that carried countless wooden ships across the Atlantic to the New World of America, and Canarian ports such as Santa Cruz and Las Palmas became important trading and provisioning centres. The links with Latin America continued as many islanders emigrated in the 19th century, and nowadays there are strong Canarian communities in countries such as Venezuela and even Texas, in the USA.

Culture

Canary Day is a time when Canarian culture is celebrated throughout the islands, and the main way you’ll know it has arrived is when you see schoolchildren, shop workers and many others decked out in traditional costume. The women wear full skirts, pretty blouses, a decorative apron and a straw bonnet, while the menfolk wear the traditional high-waisted trousers with a sash around the waist, sober striped shirts and waistcoats and the wide-

brimmed sombrero that is the perfect protection against the ever-shining sun. Music and dancing is a hugely important part of Canarian culture, and the sound of a Canarian folk group in full swing is an unforgettable experience. The most famous instrument is the timple – a tiny guitar that creates a high, piercing sound; but this is complemented by mandolins, guitars, percussion and, frequently, mass choirs. Food and drink are the other aspect of Canarian

culture you’ll see everywhere on Canary Day. Gofio is the Canarian staple – a toasted maize meal that can be a bit of an acquired taste for the newcomer, but which is served at most open air fiestas and celebratory meals. Other Canarian specialities include fish, hearty peasant stews of goat or rabbit meat and very sweet desserts of honey and eggs. All this is, of course, washed down with copious amounts of Canarian wine – and the home-made stuff is hugely popular

at fiestas, along with rum and local beers such as Dorada, Tropical and Reina.

People

Canarians have travelled and settled all over the world, and nowadays new generations of islanders are growing up on all seven islands from all sorts of backgrounds. The islands today are among the most multicultural areas of Europe, owing to the influx of mainland Spaniards, British and German residents

who have decided to make the islands their home, and other incomers from Latin America, Africa and Asia. Famous Canarians include the shoe designer Manolo Blahnik, a native of La Palma, the Oscar-winning actor Javier Bardem, who was born in Gran Canaria; the footballers Pedro, of Barcelona, and Manchester City’s David Silva; and the writers Manuel Vásquez Figueroa and Benito Pérez Galdós. Lanzarote’s most famous son is César Manrique, the artist who transformed his birthplace.

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hey converge on the beach from all directions, clad in dark wetsuits clinging tightly to bodies that are at the absolute peak of physical form.

On the dawn of Saturday May 23rd the sun will slowly rise over Playa Grande in Puerto del Carmen to reveal one of the most amazing spectacles on the island. Yes, it’s Ironman time again!

While spectators look on, they throng behind a huge inflatable gate, pull their swimming goggles over their eyes and wait for the klaxon that will signal the start of a brutal, gruelling experience lasting for several hours. They´ll rush to the water and swim 2.4 miles in a thrashing, churning shoal; they’ll emerge and run to state-of-the-art modern racing bikes on which they´ll pedal 112 miles up and down the toughest gradients that Lanzarote has to offer; and when that´s done they´ll set out on a full, 26 mile marathon on foot, almost certainly in the unrelenting Lanzarote sunshine. They´ll sweat, they´ll swear, they´ll grimace, they´ll strain, some will fight their way to finish among the front-runners, others will cross the line well after nightfall, many will fall by the wayside. Those who finish will grin wildly, they´ll collapse in agony, they´ll be cheered by family, friends and supporters, and they´ll never forget the experience. They are the Ironmen and the Ironwomen, and this is their day.

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he Lanzarote Ironman is the island´s biggest sporting event, and this year´s race will be no exception.

The swimming and cycling courses remain identical to last year, with the swimmers powering out to sea off the shore of Puerto del Carmen before mounting their bikes and setting off on a route that will see them climb to heights of 600 metres, returning to sea level three times at El Golfo, Famara and Arrieta. However, the marathon route has been slightly changed, with runners now pounding their way to El Cable in Arrecife for the first of the three loops. Once again, there´s a full roster of almost 2,000 athletes preparing to tackle this years challenge. Among them are Miguel Blanchart, the promising Spanish triathlete who took second place last year. Bert Jammaer, the Belgian veteran who just never seems to stop will also be participating. Bert has been competing in triathlons for over 20 years now, has won the Lanzarote Ironman twice and took third place last year. Then there´s British athlete Will Clark, who won last year´s Ironman 70.3 race in Lanzarote and will be hoping to complete the double in the full-distance race. Among the women´s competitors are Saleta Castro, the 27-year-old Spanish woman who won last year´s Volcano Lanzarote and Desafio 8 Isla race and placed 5th in the Ironman. Saleta has now committed fully to full triathlons and promises to be a hot favourite in the women´s contest this year. However, she´ll face tough competition from Northern Irish athlete Eimear Mullan. Eimear, from Portstewart, is on scorching form right now and won the last five of her races in 2014, including the Mallorca Ironman.

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hile the new pension regime is welcome, it is more complex than many realise. You need to take professional advice to make sure you get it right and do not transfer into an unsuitable scheme. It does not apply to defined benefit (final salary) schemes, although you could potentially transfer to a defined contribution scheme.

n Regulated Advice The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has confirmed that all transfers from defined benefit schemes can only take place if the member has received advice from a pension transfer specialist who is regulated by the FCA. Those considering moving to other arrangements must be aware of the potential benefits they are giving up.

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The best advice is to carry the FCA’s rule on taking regulated advice forward to all your pension decisions. This is a highly complex area; getting it wrong could have serious consequences.

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rriving at the grand opening of Kumar Dadlani´s latest project in Puerto del Carmen was literally breathtaking. The lighting and ambience he has created on this whole complex is unlike any other on Lanzarote. With no expense spared, this new project really represents luxury at it´s highest, with all the best Lanzarote has to offer and elements of both Palm Beach and Hollywood all rolled into one – as you walked in, you knew you´d arrived somewhere special.

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Many of Lanzarote´s finest turned out to celebrate the launch, milling around to the backing of a saxophonist and grazing on a sumptuous array of mouth watering canapes and endless glasses of bubbly.

Each of these 25 exclusive suites, recommended for adults only, has been created individually with elegant and sophisticated décor inspired by Kiki, and each has all the luxurious extras you could wish for.

On taking a closer look, you are drawn into the stunning design of the place, with the bright white suites, the landscaped gardens with running water features and the large infinity swimming pool in the centre - all sloping down to the beach front and creating a magical feel.

The restaurant boasts magnificent views over the Atlantic ocean and Fuerteventura. The menu combines the simple, fresh flavours of traditional Canarian cooking with the refined touch of high cuisine. And this is where the party gathered momentum way into the night….

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Just take your selfie; send it to us at editorial@gazettelive.com, or Whatsapp it to 677647362; share on our Facebook page or just bring it into the office (address on pg 3) to be downloaded. All entries must be accompanied with your name, the words GAZETTE SELFIE and we´d also welcome a few words about the photo – where you took it, who´s in it etc.

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Rising to the Top The Colegio Hispano Británico celebrated it´s annual prize giving ceremony on 7th April, and once again it proved to be a showcase for some genuinely outstanding results, with pupils winning a number of World and National awards.

ver the last six years, students at the Hispano Británico in Puerto del Carmen have won six World awards and twenty one National awards from Cambridge International Examinations. And this proud tradition was maintained this year.

In the 2014 examinations, the student with the highest mark in Spain in IGCSE Environmental Management was Carys Burton. In AS Level Psychology the highest mark in Spain was obtained by Emma Späni Sacks. Emma also obtained the highest mark in Spain for AS Level German Language.

World-beater Rebecca

A truly outstanding Rebecca Clancy result was the award obtained the highest obtained by Harry mark in the world Stubbs in AS Level for IGCSE German Spanish Language . Language. This Given that thousands Aroa Pérez (Education Councillor for the Ayuntamiento de Tías); Regina Lemm, teacher of AS unique achievement is of Spanish nationals even more impressive level German Language; Niclas Skarne; David Andrews, teacher of Environmental Management; also sat this exam, it when you take into Carys Burton; Michaela Ristic, Rebecca’s teacher; Rebecca Clancy; René Kloppers, teacher of Psyis remarkable that it account that Rebecca chology; Emma Späni Sacks; Elixabete Arregui, teacher of Spanish Language; (Harry Stubbs could was a British student is still doing the rest of not be present); head teacher Roger Deign. who obtained the her IGCSE exams at highest mark. But 14 years of age and Harry wasn´t the only took this exam two years earlier than most other students - at 13 years of age Spanish Language high flyer - Niclas Skarne won the award for the highest when she was in year 10. It´s an astonishing feat. mark in Spain for A Level German. Rebecca Clancy is the sixth student in the last five years to obtain the highest mark in the world at the Colegio Hispano Británico. Other students at the school were also successful at national level.

Congratulations also go to Titus Goossens, who although he has just joined this school, obtained the award for the highest mark in the world for IGCSE Spanish Language.

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ave Money Save on Misery last shot of antibiotics. God bless the couple that rescued him and paid for his life-saving castration. They will ensure he will never be hungry again. My long-held opinion on early neutering is one of my most expensive moral stances. My clients’ animals, for example, rarely if ever suffer from cancers of the reproductive systems. ( breast cancer, the commonest lethal cancer in female dogs, does not occur if they are neutered before the first season.) In neutered animals I do not see pyometra ( a very common, silent and lethal infection of the womb) nor anal gland adenomas and the horrid, painful infection that goes with this hopeless condition. I don’t see sad, distressed females worn out from endless unwanted pregnancies. I could go on, but basically and indisputably, more than a third of the potential vet’s fees your pet may incur stop the day it is neutered. The operation to neuter females (ovario-hysterectomy), is simpler and safer before the first season.

If your cat or dog is neutered, you’ll save your pet unnecessary pain and misery, you’ll probably save a fortune in vet’s fees, and you won’t add to the amount of desperate, miserable animals on the island. Lanzarote vet Jane Burke explains why neutering is the only choice for responsible owners.

huge black feral cat was trapped and brought to me last week. His coat a matted, stinking mess, half his face blown away by a huge ruptured abscess and one paw massively swollen and infected. Yet still he launched a vicious attack through the bars, mad with pain and blinded with the rage of

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testosterone. 48 hours later, castrated and full of antibiotics, he endured being touched. After a few days he had washed his coat to a shine, his eyes bright and clear of frustration and pain, his face sutured and healing well, his foot drained and able to bear his weight. He pushed his head and arched his back into the pleasure of my hand stroking him as I gave a

Put simply: we have too many cats and dogs, and not enough forever homes. If your pets are not neutered- shame on you. If you feed strays without organizing to neuter them, or nurture kittens without undertaking to get them neutered -deliberately ignoring the increase in suffering you cause whilst you gratify some misplaced notion of kindness- then shame on you. I offer a toast of clean cool water to those who really care about animals. You will find them working at car boot sales etc to pay for cat and dogs to be sterilized! Go on, volunteer some help, it is always needed! Or sign up to give a euro a month to one of amazing animal charities or even have a laugh at my expense by coming to see me modelling clothes for a charity fashion show in aid of funds (May 16th) for the Kennel Klub!

Pets

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usiness Updates n Come to San Simón

n Supergrass Congratulations to Green as Grass, who are now entering their ninth year on Lanzarote. Still the number one for artificial grass on Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, Green as Grass has thousands of satisfied clients on its books and has become a household name on both islands. A reputation like this doesn´t happen overnight – it´s been based on excellent services and the very best products. Green as Grass would like to thank all their clients, old and new, for their support, custom and valuable word of-mouth recommendations. If you´re looking for easy-maintenance artificial grass surfaces, ideal for children and leisure areas, why not join the club?

Muebles San Simón in San Bartolomé would like to celebrate their anniversary by thanking all its customers for the trust they have placed in them throughout the years. This year´s anniversary will be marked by special offers and discounts, and whether you know Muebles San Simón or not, you are invited to visit their shop just a few metres from San Bartolomé church to enjoy the wide range of sofas, furnishings, decorative items and textiles on offer at competitive prices. You´ll be greeted with friendly, professional service and, as many other regular customers have discovered to their pleasure, your first visit will certainly not be your last.

With 50 years of experience behind them, Imprenta Minerva has become a reference for printing on Lanzarote. Handily located in the Playa Honda industrial zone (near the Cash & Carry), Imprenta Minerva offers speed, reliability, competitive prices and convenience. It´s your first stop for that all-important printing job.

n Clarification Lanz Locks would like to make it clear that they are, in no way, associated with Lanz Secure, despite the similarities in the name of the business and of the proprietors.

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Princesa Yaiza

If you´re looking for that extra-special Sunday treat, why not enjoy a magnificent brunch in the most luxurious surroundings in Lanzarote at the Princesa Yaiza´s Isla de Lobos restaurant. The prize-winning restaurant not only offers five-star service and incredible views over the Bocaina Strait, but the ample menu, with more than 40 gourmet dishes to choose from, is guaranteed to delight and surprise you. Available on Sundays from 11.00 am to 1.30 p.m, for a price of just €22, there´s no better way to make your weekend extra special.

Check the Green as Grass Canaries Facebook page to see previous installations and contact details.

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Galerías Laura, on C/Libertad, Tías, would like to inform Gazette readers that they now have new collections in stock. Making it well worth your while to pop in and take a look at what´s on offer. Specialists in furniture of all kinds, Galerías Laura offers designer brands, a huge range of sofas, garden furniture, kitchens, quality electrical appliances, and much, much more. Make a date to visit the bigger, better, fully renovated Galerías Laura premises - and prepare to be impressed.

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Epostbag ditor’s

Send your letters to our office (address on page 3) or email editorial@gazettelive.com

n No excuse

pain is suffered until one is killed - this is unmitigated, indefensible and unimaginable cruelty

for bloodsports

Dear Sir I do not eat meat and abattoirs are horrific places where animal abuse takes place. Factory farming is abhorrent to most people - some even unaware of how baby calves are kept or tiny lambs snatched from their grieving mothers However, I do not think it is possible to equate abattoirs with cock- or dog-fighting, which involves two creatures fighting to the death surrounded by humans with no feeling or respect for these creatures. The fights are long-drawn out and immense

These barbaric “sports” have been entrenched on Lanzarote for far too long and I am horrified that cockfighting is legal The island is indeed over-run with cats due to abandonment and the high prices some vets charge for neutering. The dog population is, sadly, heading the same way - not helped by the fact that many “expats” are returning home without their pets leaving them to fend for themselves or dumping them on already overcrowded animals shelters Jilly Simmons

eaders are reminded that views and comment expressed within the Postbag pages are those of the contributors and may not necessarily reflect the opinions or standpoint of The Gazette staff. It should also be noted that The Gazette is an independent publication free from political persuasion or governmental censorship. “spaceship”-like dining room by well turnedout and disciplined staff. Indeed everything was of the highest quality- linen, glass, cutlery and beautiful different crockery for every course. All the customers seemed to have chosen the tasting menu which, with seven beautifully presented courses with superb, contrasting flavours, was the essence of whole experience. We paid €42 (€58 with the chef´s selected wines). Nothing let us down. Having recently experienced the tasting menu at a Michelin-starred establishment in London for my 90th birthday, I would say that Germán Blanco deserves a star and two knives and forks Yours sincerely David Morris, Puerto del Carmen

n Tegala treat Dear Sir After reading about La Tegala restaurant in The Gazette, my wife and I paid a visit and what an experience it was! We were welcomed into the

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Ed: Thanks, Mr Morris. We don´t usually print rave restaurant reviews unless we´re sure they´re genuine. We´re satisfied in your case, and every now and then it´s good to be reminded of the quality that can be found all over Lanzarote.

n No fool Dear Gazette, I am appalled to read that someone wants to make roundabouts a tourist attraction on Lanzarote. You, yourselves, reported recently thal local drivers have no idea how to deal with these junctions so why make the island more dangerous by building more of them? I am starting an online petition to stop this measure and, at the same time, demolish the existing roundabouts and return to traditional junctions. I trust I can rely on your support.

populares, small orbs that seem to hover in an intelligent manner. Legend says they are the souls of shepherds who burnt the cross on a grave for firewood, while scientists suspect an electromagnetic phenomenon. They´re most famous in Fuerteventura, but have also been reported in the Las Breñas area.

n Baffling buses Dear Gazette

Yours faithfully, C. Ross-Rhodes Ed: I was going to respond with“April Fool!” until I took a closer look at your name and realised that you´d got us. Touché!

n Unidentified flying orbs Dear Editor,  Last night at about 10.00pm my husband and I saw three white oval orbs which were moving in different directions up in the sky. We were travelling from Yaiza to Las Breñas on the old road when we both saw this phenomenon. Later on, after we got back to Las Breñas,my husband saw the orbs again while he was walking our two dogs. We both wondered if anyone else on the island may have seen them and whether there can be an explanation.  Gill Hobson

I agree with Tom and Ruth in your April edition. There are too many holidaymakers wandering around in total confusion wondering where they can catch buses. Also can I ask why buses travel in packs every 20 minutes instead of being spaced at 10 minute intervals? An Irish lady recently complained to me that after waiting for 15 minutes for a follow-up bus she was rudely pushed aside by “people who don’t know the meaning of a queue” and wasn’t able to get on that one either. She has stopped travelling by bus. It’s all very well to push prices up year after year but service also has to justify these increases. Yours Jan Warhurst

situated on Avenida de Francia near the big roundabout at the top end of Avenida de Italia. Why I am writing, is that a couple of years ago I wrote to the Gazette about the public transport to Arrecife/ Playa Blanca. I asked if there could be a bus stop situated on Avenida Italia for the residents and, of course, the overwhelming amount of tourists staying in the vicinity, I did a “mini survey” whilst I was there and 100% recommended that there SHOULD be a STOP on Avenida Italia. Some of the comments included ”I cant walk to the San Antonio Hotel, its too far, or I have to cross a wasteland full of stones and dog poo”. Now, through your infinite wisdom, could you please lobby the Highways Dept. to implement this request, as I dont know the address, or speak Spanish! I am returning in October, and hope there is some committment and consideration to this request, after all, it’s tourists which bring in the revenue to this beloved island. A word in the right channels would’nt come amiss. Please pursue this essential request, if any one can do it YOU CAN. Look forward to hearing from you, keep up the good work “Great Magazine” Your Sincerely. Keith Plant, Radcliffe, Lancs. Ed: We´re planning a piece on the island´s bus services soon, Mr Plant, so we´ll be sure to mention your request.

n Stop request Dear Sir,

Ed: I´d guess they were drones, Gill, but Lanzarote has seen more than its share of UFOs over the decades. Most famous are the luces

We’ve just spent our 15th year on your beautiful island. We come over at least 3 times a year and 95% of the time we stay at the same villa. This is

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rossword

Sing ‘Ding Dong’, ‘La La La’ and other happy nonsense because in this month’s crossword most of the down clues are related to the Eurovision Song Contest which takes place on May 23rd. The first winner out of the hat will win a bottle of Lanzarote wine. Last month’s winner, with douze points, was Sam Lloyd. Send a scan or photo of completed crossword to editorial@gazettelive.com post to the address on pg. 4. Entries must be received by 18th April.

“The winner takes it all.” 1

ACROSS 1. Pulp singer (6,6) 7. Insult for someone who was once famous (3,4) 8. What tides do when they´re not flowing (3) 10. Without ice or a mixer (4) 11. Texas city that is the base of NASA´s mission control (7) 13. Native South American beast of burden (5) 14. Libyan capital (7)

15. Handwear (5) 17. British county you´ll find Maidstone in (4) 19. Zero goals (3)

20. Coming back to life, or new popularity of a past cultural movement (7) 21. A smart answer, or a piece of lab equipment (6)

22. Music show hosted by Jools Holland (5)

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1. Ireland’s ”Mr Eurovision” – the only two-time winner of the contest (6,5)

2. Ukrainian singer whose “Wild Dances” triumphed at Eurovision in 2004 (7)

3. …. Casillas, Real Madrid goalkeeper (4) 4. Austrian who rose like a phoenix to become last year´s Eurovision winner (8,5) 5. Like a little angel (8)

6. This years swing-inspired British Eurovision candidates (7,6) 9. Husky-voiced Welsh singer who represented the UK at Eurovision in 2013 (6,5)

Last months answers: Across: 1. Julianne Moore 8. Cheerio 9. Tripe 10. Nest 11. Diplomat 13. Checkmate 14. CSI 15. Owl 17. Orc 18. Sunni 19. Estonia 20. Narwhal 21. Rider Down: Jack Nicholson 2. Leeds 3. Afro 4. Naomi Campbell 5. Metal Detector 6. Opium 7. Electric Chair 12. Skirmish 14. Crowned 16. Liner

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12. 1974 Eurovision winner which launched the second best-selling group of all time (7) 16. Stan´s sidekick, or a skateboarding trick (5) 18. Egg-shaped, like a cricket ground? (4)

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LOOKING GOOD, FEELING GOOD

All eyes on you

Get a plan It’s that time of year when there are no more excuses, and you’ll soon have to take your place on that sunlounger that you know is out there waiting for you. The question is, do you want it to be a walk of shame, or do you want to sashay right up there flaunting what you’ve got for all it’s worth. Because if it’s the latter, you’ve almost certainly got some work to do. Getting in shape to show off that bikini or that skin-revealing summer outfit is one of those annual rituals that, fortunately, comes with plenty of bonuses. It may be hard work, but you’ll soon start looking better and, more importantly, feeling better. There’s plenty of support out there to keep you on the straight and narrow, and no end of opportunities to pamper and preen. And best of all, you know that on Lanzarote none of that hard work and sacrifice will go to waste – the sun will shine, the water will glitter invitingly and all eyes will be on you.

You are so

Worth it!

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LOOKING GOOD, FEELING GOOD

The Body

Beautiful

Get a plan You’ll need to get organised if you’re serious about shedding those pounds, and many find that a helping hand is vital, especially in the early phases. A gym membership, for ex-

ample, offers structure and motivation, while hiring a personal trainer is almost guaranteed to ensure you get out there and get sweating – with the added bonus of expert advice gained over years of experience. Friends are also invaluable, especially if

they’re joining you for a jog or aiming at a joint weight loss target. Don’t be shy of using social media – there’s a good reason why people are always posting up their boring work-out details, and it’s to do with maintaining their own discipline.

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Be strong Building muscles makes you fit and ready for anything. A bonus feature is that muscle fibres actually burn energy even while you’re sitting still. It will also make your day-to-day life simply easier, as you are more capable of handling anything in your way.

Stay the distance

Weight training is the classic way of increasing strength, but remember what your objectives are – the endorphin hit from a hard work out can become addictive, and your aim is tone and proportion, rather than rippling, rock-hard muscles.

Stamina is the quality that permits you to continue working your body for long periods, and it’s this that will really start burning off those stray pounds. It’s also the aspect of fitness that will give the most health benefits, including protection from heart disease. Increase stamina gradually, building up running distances or gym sessions until you can reach an optimum level.

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LOOKING GOOD, FEELING GOOD

Kick those

bad habits into

touch this Summer

Tummy target Spare tyre, muffin top, jelly belly… it doesn’t matter what you call it, it’s your Public Enemy No 1 when bikini season arrives. And the bad news is that, other than going under the surgeon’s knife, there’s no way to you can target on that tum to spot-reduce flab. So follow the golden rules. Cut right down on sugar, fizzy drinks, booze and processed foods, and get active, fit and healthy. Sit-ups and crunches can add muscle, but only an all-over fitness regime will get rid of that belly.

Fast is a four letter word Fast food is off-limits if you really want to fit into that bikini. You knew that already, of course, but the good news is that, here on Lanzarote, there are so many other appetising, light and healthy options that allow you to enjoy flavour and texture without going overboard on calories. Fasting is also unadvisable. Ask your doctor before starving yourself.

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You are what you eat

Scale Model Using your scales regularly has been shown to help weight loss. Get a decent set, hop on every day, chart your progress and stay in control.

Lanzarote is an island that produces a wealth of light, delicious food - lettuce, tomatoes, fruit, onions, fish, lentils – even the goat and rabbit meat produced here is lean and healthy. However, even on Lanzarote, there are some things to watch out for when dining or preparing food for yourself. Olive oil is healthy and delicious, but take it easy when dressing salads and frying. Go for grilled foods - barbecuing is one of the healthiest cooking methods there is. Send that basket of bread back when the

waiter brings it to the table – otherwise you’ll find yourself tempted – and go for wine by the glass or, better still, stick to refreshing still or sparkling water or fruit juices. Focus on fruit when it comes to dessert – in Spain, finishing a meal with an apple or an orange is perfectly normal – and remember that coffee tastes best when taken without milk or sugar, in small, potent doses. If you want to be light and healthy yourself, stick to light, healthy foods – it ain’t rocket science!

Cut the crap & get on Track Live right Weight loss isn’t just about eating and exercise. Living a fulfilling life is also a great help. Make sure you get to bed early for those all-important eight hours a night, get out and about visiting friends, throw yourself into hobbies and leisure projects and don’t forget a little romance in your life. Once you feel better and more positive, living, laughing and loving, weight loss seems like a natural, healthy side-effect, rather than the be-all and end-all of your life.

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LOOKING GOOD, FEELING GOOD

Paying attention to the details Smile right A gleaming set of teeth is the ultimate accessory for your bikini bod, so make sure you’ve got the weaponry to keep smiling all summer long. Now’s the time for a dentist’s appointment to clean, polish and even bleach until your pearly whites are worthy of the name. and if a little more work is needed, remember that it’s money well spent.

Facial a-peel

Your best ally

Chemical peels can really rejuvenate your skin, leaving you looking years younger and feeling fantastic. But remember that your skin will be tender and vulnerable for up to a day after a treatment – stay out of the sun and give your skin some TLC before venturing out to the poolside.

Your skin may be hidden under clothes for most of the year, but summer on Lanzarote allows you to really celebrate what God gave you, lavishing care and attention on every inch of your body. The good news? Your skin repays any care and attention in full, and helps you feel wonderful. At this time of year it really is your best friend, so treat it well.

“Your body will pay back any care you invest in it.”

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Get a headstart

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Sun, saltwater, chlorine, breezes – your hair has to suffer all these and more over the summer, so give it as much support as you can. Start with a cut that’ll see the summer through, and don’t stint on conditioners and mild, nourishing shampoos. Switch from a brush to a wide-toothed comb, and remember to cover up your hair in the most intense sunlight. eral well-being and improve your posture and sleep.

Nail it!

It can’t be said often enough, but sunscreen should be your constant companion over the summer months. On Lanzarote it’s almost impossible to avoid the sun when you’re outdoors, and unless you take precautions you’ll end up with pink bits at best and serious sun damage at worst. Invest in a decent sunscreen, learn about SPF ratings on sun creams and oils, don’t forget after-sun treatments and do it properly. Stay in control and tan when and how you want to.

In summer a pedicure is as important as a manicure, and you’ll want all 20 of your nails looking at their best. Don’t forget you can team your nail varnish with your fantastic new bikini for full effect, and remember that your hands and fingers will be tanning too. Keep nails flexible, rather than rigid, by applying oils rather than hardeners.

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ADVERTORIAL

Clinical Excellence at Competitive Rates There’s a new dentist on the island, and if you’re looking for highly professional care and attention, years of experience and a comprehensive range of both clinical and cosmetic dental services, then the London Dental Clinic should go straight into your address book.

ocated in the thriving town of Tias, the London Dental Clinic is a brand new dental surgery committed to delivering high quality health care services at competitive rates. Dr Adnan Kaiserimam, principal Dentist at the clinic, believes in providing a personalised approach to cater sensitively to the needs of all of his patients. Having qualified for his degree in dentistry at the prestigious Royal London Hospital in 1999, Adnan has since gained well over sixteen years worth of experience in the field. Most recently he has been working as a successful dentist in a busy practice in the north of England. In the past Adnan has worked as a Senior Doctor in the Oral & Maxillofacial Departments at the famous Leeds

Teaching Hospital, where he gained extensive experience in Oral Surgery and Oral Medicine, as well as Trauma and Cancer Surgery. He has also trained new dentists in the oral surgery field. Adnan also holds a Diploma in Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry, and more recently he has completed his certification to perform Dental Implants. Adnan is fully registered with the General Dental Council as well as with the Royal College Of Surgeons of England.

And if it’s not dental treatment you’re after, Adnan is also qualified in administering Botox for facial wrinkles, a treatment which proved very popular with his patients back in the UK.

Adnan´s special interest is cosmetic dentistry and dental implants, and he firmly believes it’s crucially important to discuss the best treatment plans available to each patient, as well as to offer different options that allow patients to reach the goals that they have in mind.

Located in the same building as the old Scandinavian Dentist at C/Libertad No. 44,Tias, the London Dental Clinic is an exciting new choice for anyone on the island who wants the best professional care and the widest options at the most competitive prices.

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When he´s not working Adnan enjoys spending time with his family and has certainly come to the right place to practice his main hobby - fitness running. “I couldn’t have chosen a more beautiful island with its stunning landscape and beautiful weather,” he told us.

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Top it off! Tatt’s enough!

Avoid costume drama The final element after all that hard work and preparation is, of course, the bikini itself, and you’re on the right island to splash out on the perfect cossie.

While some of us will be yearning to show off those fresh tattoos on the beach, others may be a little more coy about that ancient tribal band or pair of “bum antlers” The tattooing craze has led to many thousands of rueful human canvases covering up when the sun shines, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Tattoo removal is increasingly effective and affordable, and will leave you with new confidence.

Wild prints, high-neck crop-tops, retro lines, sporty athletic costumes and daringly cut-away one pieces are all the rage this year, so take your time and remember that this is the final touch.

50 shades of shades Sunglasses are not only the ultimate cool beach accessory, but they are also vitally important to protect your vision. That’s why it makes sense to avoid the cheapo shades you find in the supermarkets and pay for quality. There are literally thousands of eye-catching and innovative designs on the market now, and you’re sure to have plenty of fun choosing the perfect pair.

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Treatments aren’t just supposed to make you look good – they also calm your mind. A positive, relaxed mental attitude is probably the most important thing you’ll take to the beach or poolside this, or any, summer.

There’s more to that perfect bikini bod than being slim and toned – you also need to feel good within yourself, and ensure that those finishing touches are all taken care of. Beauty treatments will not only take care of those all-important details, but also leave you feeling sleek, confident and ready to hit the poolside and take the plunge.

Pampering yourself in a spa or salon gives you the tranquility and boost you need.

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The skin you’re in Your skin will be working overtime in the summer heat, so make sure you lavish it with tender loving care. Sun protection is a must at all times, and don’t be afraid to go for a fake tan rather than run the risk of sun damage. Spas and beauty salons now

offer a dizzying range of wraps, peels, facials and other skin treatments. The one you choose depends entirely on your mood and personal requirements, but on Lanzarote you can be certain you’ll get a fully professional job, and walk out feeling pampered and perfect.

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Well brought-up people don’t swear, so we’ve been told. It shows a poor vocabulary and lack of self-control, it is inconsiderate to others and is a symptom of the general coarsening of our society. the swearwords, the more pain could be tolerated.

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All this, of course, makes sense. Who among us doesn´t let out some choice language after a painful or stressful experience? The adrenaline raising effect doesn´t just happen to the swearer, though. Anyone who listens will also get a jolt.

(n.) the emotional relief gained from using abusive or profane language pronunciation: \la-lO-‘chez-E-a\

ost of us recognise the impact that a well-chosen swearword can have, and all of us have experienced that urge to turn the air blue when we stub our toe or another driver cuts across us on the road. How we swear changes depending on the culture we were brought up in. Here in Spain, for example, it´s not rare to find small children and little old ladies using words that, translated into English, would sound shocking. But if you think that makes the Spanish foulmouthed, you´d be mistaken. It´s just that swear words relating to bodily functions or sex are considered more taboo in Britain than they are in Spain, while religious swearwords and family insults have more force here. In Spain, you´ll also find long chains of curse words, reserved for special occasions, and the way you swear is also much more important than what you actually say. Swearing is a purely human phenomenon – animals don´t do it – and it begins early in our development,

as children learn the words they can and can´t use in every situation that arises in our highly developed social lives. Instead of showing a lack of vocabulary, swearing shows that we are, in fact, mastering it. Writers from Chaucer to Irvine Welsh have shown that swearing can be used to menacing and comic effect, and swearing can be every bit as inventive and skilful as ordinary speech.

Pain killer

Research at Keele University has shown that swearing raises adrenaline levels, which allows us to deal with pain and stressful situations. Volunteers were asked to place their hands in ice cold water for as long as possible, but one group were allowed to swear like sailors while the others could only say inoffensive statements such as “I say, this water´s jolly cold.” Those who were allowed to swear were shown to be able to withstand pain to a greater degree than the non-swearers. The experiment also showed that the stronger

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That´s why famous celebrity swearers such as Gordon Ramsay let rip, and why army drill sergeants are not renowned for their refined speech patterns. However, it is this physical effect on the listener that also causes much of the hostility towards swearing. Overhearing a foul-mouthed conversation on a bus or train is distressing simply because of the way it makes us nervous and edgy, conditioned as we are to respond emotionally to swearwords. And it is this effect on others that could show us the cost of swearing. In another study in the University of Arizona, breast cancer sufferers wore recorders and their conversations were recorded over a period of time. In interviews afterwards it was shown that those who swore more regularly were less likely to receive support from friends and loved ones. Swearing has the same effect as a drug, and drugs can, at the right time, be helpful. But there is also the danger that we can become too reliant on that effect, not just in our own personal life but in social situations. And like certain drugs, the effect of swearing can be reduced by excessive use. Words like “damn” and “bloody”, regarded as mild now, were once much stronger and were printed with asterisks in the papers. The conclusion is simple – swearing can be useful, but is most effective when saved for the right occasion.

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“A process.” Naia restaurant, overlooking the rejuvenated Charco de San Ginés in Arrecife, is one of those success stories that we can all take heart from. It’s the perfect lesson in how bright, young innovators can bring something new to the island, and an uplifting story of how friendship can turn dreams into reality.

t´s well known that most bright, dynamic young people on Lanzarote have to leave the island to build the foundations for later success. César Manrique spent years in Madrid and New York before returning home and applying what he´d learned to transforming his native Lanzarote, and thousands of entrepreneurs and professionals who live and work here have also crossed and recrossed the ocean to, gain knowledge and experience, perfect their skills and put them to use back home.

“It was working together on NAIA that really sealed my friendship with Andrés,” says Mikel. “It was a wonderful process – many late nights, lots of talking, lots of ideas and plenty of excitement.” In December 2013 it all paid off, as the new restaurant opened its doors. “It exceeded all our expectations,” says Mikel, “And we´re full of ideas for new projects.”

“We hit it off immediately,” smiles Mikel, “And over time we formed a dream of setting up a beautiful restaurant overlooking the sea in Lanzarote. Andrés would design the restaurant, and I´d take care of the kitchen.” Mikel was lucky to discover premises on the Charco, and the plan started to become a reality. Mikel´s wife Marta, a petite powerhouse with her own communications firm, Marmas Comunicación, was also vital to the birth of NAIA.

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Two years ago, Mikel decided to return to the island of his childhood with the determination to share the skills and art he had developed with Lanzarote diners.

Andrés Medina Andrés is a young Lanzarote-born architect and designer who studied and worked in Madrid for many years. At the Estudio A-Cero he worked with the world-renowned architect Joaquin Torres, collaborating on the luxurious La Finca complex in Madrid and a luxury Mexican villa for the owner of Nike, as well as working with other prestigious studios.

A meeting of minds Madrid is full of Canarians and, as in any big city, they soon discover each other. It was in the bustling metropolis of Spain´s capital that Mikel Otaegui and Andrés Medina first got to know each other - even though they had been in the same school on Lanzarote.

ing to Madrid, he soon won a number of prestigious awards, including first prize in the Madrid Tapas Competition.

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Andrés returned to Lanzarote in 2013, setting up MT Arquitectura & Diseño as well as developing his fascination with wood at mt.wood&design. A perfectionist, inspired above all by light, Andrés Medina is someone we´re sure to be seeing a lot more of in the future. www.restaurantenaia.es www.mtestudiodearquitecturaydiseno.com www.marmascomunicacion.com

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We eat to live, but more than ever today, we also live to eat, and there are few better places than Lanzarote to indulge our passion for flavour.

hen it comes to food, we´ve never been more spoilt than we have today. There are so many new techniques, new flavours and new dishes available that you´d think we might run the risk of food fatigue, but no – we still enthuse over that perfect meal at a newly discovered restaurant, that unforgettable starter we tried the other weekend or that recipe that turned out better than we ever expected. This bounty has been caused by new farming techniques, globalised distribution routes and the endless demand of an ever-more exacting customer base; but it also reflects a new interest in what our food is, where it comes from and how it is made. On Lanzarote this can be seen at the weekly markets, where fresh produce is eagerly snapped up, as well as a competitive restaurant sector where only the best survive – and do so by giving the public not only what they want but also what they never knew they wanted. Every new flight to the islands brings more tourists whose tastes and expectations are changing all the time. The days when holiday makers steered clear of foreign food are long gone, and we are now more adventurous than ever before in what and how we eat. Todays diners are more cosmopolitan than ever, capably handling their way round an Indian or Chinese restaurant menu and increasingly aware of dishes and ingredients from Italy, Thailand, Greece, Spain and other countries. And all this takes place on an island with its own unique cuisine, which can be found everywhere. When dining out on Lanzarote, fortune favours those who are willing to open their eyes, ears and mouths to new, tantalisingly tasty experiences, and they are more than well catered for. Enjoy!

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With Canary Day coming on May 30th, it’s worth taking time to consider how much the cuisine of the islands has changed since the arrival of mass tourism, and how the old traditions still remain strong.

sk a Canarian about the food they associate with the islands, and you’ll probably get a very different answer to the one you’ll get if you ask a seasoned tourist who’s spent many holidays here. The Canarian will almost certainly mention gofio – the maize meal that is eaten from infancy onwards – thick, hearty potajes (stews), tender goat meat and the salted cherne (wreckfish) that is eaten on

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special occasions. However, both tourists and locals will surely mention fresh, simply prepared fillets of fish and the irresistible wrinkled potatoes that accompany them, as well as the delicious green and red mojo sauces that are a fixture on every Canarian table. They’ll also agree on wine, although an islander may prefer a rather more robust home-brewed version of the dry whites that have earned

ughtfoodforthoughtfoodforthoughtfoodforthoughtfoodforthoughtfoodforthoughtfoodforthoughtfoodforthought Here are five Canarian dining experiences that should never be missed:

The Lazy Terrace Lunch

Find a restaurant with a stunning view, park yourself on the terrace and take your time. Enjoy freshly grilled fish, wrinkled spuds, piquant mojo sauce and let the time slip by with a bottle of rosé. Don´t forget that the most important ingredients for Canarians are good friends, family, lively chat and laughter.

The Classy Supper

Book a table, dress yourself up and take your seats for a culinary experience that you’ll remember for a long time. Lanzarote is full of talented chefs who are providing new twists on classic Canarian cuisine, so be prepared to be a little adventurous with your choices.

The Menu del Dia

Many bars, restaurants and sociedades offer three-course menus del dia for well under €10. This is proper, homecooked food – nothing spectacular, but always satisfying. If you don’t fancy the menu, order a few tapas instead.

The Food Fair the island’s reputation as wine producer. But the truth is that, even if mainland dishes such as paella and a wide range of other tapas are not regarded as typically Canarian, they are every bit as much a part of life on these islands as feeling the sun on your face in the morning. Canarian cuisine now finds itself in an enviable position. Here are seven islands surrounded by fish, each with its own agricultural heritage, whether that is the cheese of Fuerteventura, the onions and

lentils of Lanzarote or the sweet, small bananas that thrive on Gran Canaria. Those fresh ingredients are complemented by products from all over the world, with Lanzarote’s location in the Atlantic meaning that influences arrive from Latin America and Africa, as well as all over Europe. Then add all the meals that have been introduced to cater specifically for the tourist trade, and you find yourself with a genuinely broad, multicultural and exciting menu.

Increasingly popular on Lanzarote, food fairs allow you to sample the wares from a variety of restaurants, food producers and other professionals for €1 a pop. Graze happily, take your time and chat to stallholders – you’re sure to learn more than you ever expected.

A Proper Barbecue

On the beach, in a back garden or outside a bar or restaurant, the barbecue has always been a fixture of Canarian life. Enjoy juicy grilled chorizo sausages, succulent steaks or lightly grilled fresh fish such as sardines. Add a salad with plenty of fresh local herbs and tangy tomatoes and plenty of wine and Dorada or Tropical beer.

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Daughter of one of Spain’s most celebrated chefs and part of one the most successful family businesses in the country, Elena Arzak is quickly gaining an international reputation that may end up eclipsing her father’s illustrious reputation. In 2012 the World Restaurant Guide named her the “top female chef in the world.”

n the Basque Country, Elena’s father, Juan Mari Arzak, is hailed as a genius – along with Spain´s favourite TV chef Karlos Arguiñano and holder of eight Michelin stars Martín Berasategui, he forms a triumvirate of Basque chefs that have placed the Basque country, and especially San Sebastian, firmly on the map as one of the powerhouses of world cuisine.

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At the age of 18, the young Elena began her training in earnest, working and training in Switzerland, Paris and La Gavroche in London. Eight years later she returned to the family restaurant where her father deliberately avoided her as she made her own way through the work stations. Her innovations and experimentation blended with her father´s traditional expertise to create a new, exciting proposal. Based on Basque ingredients and techniques, Elena has introduced new

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“The best female chef on the planet” Smoked Salmon crepes with yoghurt and orange sauce One of the simpler recipes developed by the Arzak family – a tempting, light and flavor-packed treat.

a fine layer. Cook crepe on both sides until golden. Put crepes aside, keeping them warm, and continue until batter is finished.

Ingredients For the crepes • 2 eggs & 40 g of flour • A quarter of a litre of milk • 3 tbspns of beer • 15 g of butter • Salt For the filling: • 4 escalopes of smoked salmon • 6 tbspns of cream • 50 g of cottage cheese • A little lemon juice • 1 tbspn juniper berries • Some chopped fennel • 1 chopped pickled chilli For the sauce • 100 ml (small pot) of creamy Greek yoghurt • Juice of one orange • 1 tbspn sugar • Salt

Filling: Chop the salmon into small cubes, beat the cream with the cheese and lemon juice, and mix with the salmon, the fennel, the juniper and the chopped chili.

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flavours and cutting edge techniques to turn Arzak into a Michelin 3-starred establishment that is a magnet for gourmets from all over the world.

also led to regular appearances on Spanish TV, and she has also featured on the BBC´s Saturday Kitchen show.

Elena’s friendly, down-to-earth personality has

But despite the plaudits, Arzak remains a family

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Lanzarote has produced wine for centuries, and the island’s culture is steeped in the vintages that come forth from the volcanic soil. But it’s not just about drinking – as in any other wine-producing region, wine is also an essential element in cooking.

ine is perfect for cooking – full of flavour, it loses its alcohol content rapidly after being heated and imbues meat, fish and other ingredients with a savoury and delicious flavour. Everywhere that produces wine seems to have discovered this, with famous dishes such as the French coq au vin using good red wine to add extra flavour to a boiling hen; Wine, put simply, can stand in for meat, chicken or fish stock in most meals. And the good news is that here on Lanzarote, good, locally produced wine is cheap and plentiful enough to make it a permanent part of your store cupboard.

For years, the received wisdom has been that you shouldn’t cook with wine that you wouldn’t happily drink. However, numerous taste tests have shown that you don´t have to splash out on expensive bottles to get the best out of a meal – just ordinary, decent plonk will do, and Lanzarote’s full of that. Avoid the cheap cartons, which can be genuinely unpleasant, and instead pick any bottle you like from the shelves. There’s ample room for experimentation here – the young dry whites that Lanzarote specialises in will generally bring an acidic flavour to a meal, while dulce (sweet) and semidulce (semi-sweet) wines may work better in desserts or with meats such as pork that have a natural affinity with

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“Wine adds depth of flavour to any meal.”

sweeter, fruitier flavours. Lanzarote cooks will often add a glug of wine to many dishes, but it’s vital in paellas or arroces, a staple in a decent fish stew and absolutely perfect for cooking local meats such as rabbit and goat.

n The White Stuff White wines are generally great for fish dishes – try poaching a bream in white wine, or adding a good gloop to a pot of mussels for a real treat. They’re also unbeatable in slower-cooked stews featuring chicken, pork or rabbit.

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Dessert-wise, experiment with poaching pears or apples in sweet white wine.

n Well Red Red wine has depth of flavour that white wine can´t offer, and is thus perfect for more savoury, heavily flavoured dishes. French classics such as Bouef Bourgignon show exactly how wine can turn a deeply savoury experience into something really special, and if you´re really aiming to impress you might want to pay a couple more Euros for a crianza or a reserva, which will bring tannins and other flavours into play. Red wine can be used anywhere you want

to add a boost of deep flavour – try adding a glass or two to a Bolognese sauce and see the difference. Red wine is also useful in desserts, for poaching summer fruits, or even added to a chocolate cake-mix for a little extra luxury.

n Lift your glass And if that wasn’t good news enough, here’s the clincher – every good cook recommends that the very best thing to accompany a lovingly prepared dish featuring wine is a glass or two of the very same vintage. Cheers!

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with friends or family, it just as nice to laze leisurely at one of the many places on the island that serve food throughout the day. This is the beauty of eating out on Lanzarote. It doesn’t have to be a special occasion. It’s

more like something you can treat yourself a few times a week, where back in the UK we have to resign ourselves to the relatively limited range of bar snacks that are on offer, or a token bag of crisps, here, the world of tapas, and more, is your oyster.

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It’s the staple food of Asia and the West Indies, and it has spread all over the world, forming the base for countless delicious meals. It’s time we gave a bit more attention to the humble grain of rice.

ice is much more than a food – it’s provides work and nutrition for 1,000 million people in the developing world. 80 per cent of the rice grown in the world is produced by small farms and family enterprises. When that is threatened the results are clear to see. When the US, for example, decided to subsidise its own rice producers in the 90s , rice farmers in Haiti were undercut and forced to give up their livelihood and move to crowded urban areas. This meant that the effects of the 2010 earthquake were far more pronounced – something for which Bill Clinton apologized. Rice is not uniform – even the most basic cook will recognize long-grain, pudding rice and the short risotto grains available in supermarkets. However, there are far more varieties of rice available in the world than will ever be represented in Western stores – some of them highly prized for their fragrance and flavour. The spread of different rice types over the world has made all sorts of new dishes and cuisines possible. Rice is versatility in a grain. It combines with all types of ingredients and can

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be used as the basis for a meal, or an element of it. Rice can be used in salads, soups, as the basis of a main course such as risotto or paella, or as a side dish with curry, sushi or chilli, it can be stewed, baked, ground into a versatile flour, transformed into noodles or used as the basis for all sorts of sweet dishes. The limits are simply those of the cook’s imagination.

Arroz seco/ “Dry” rice The term dry rice refers to the fluffy state which occurs when rice absorbs all the water or stock it has been cooked in. Each grain is perfectly cooked and separate from the others. This is style of rice most

British will be most used to, due to the fact that the British fondness for rice is a result of colonial influence in India, where dry pilaus and boiled rice dishes using long grain rices such as Patna or Basmati are the most valued. The shorter-grained Spanish rices are also often cooked ‘dry’, especially in dishes such as paella, where they are cooked in a rich stock. The Spanish earthenware dishes available in supermarkets are perfect for achieving this fluffy texture when placed in a medium hot oven. In Middle Eastern countries such as Iran, the fluffy texture is achieved by adding just the right amount of fluid and cooking with a little butter. The crunchy crust that forms on the base of the pan is a famous delicacy in these countries, offered to guests or reserved for the head of the house, a hard-working mother or a deserving child.

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CINCO CREADORAS EN BUSCA DE ALDECOA/ FIVE CREATORS IN SEARCH OF ALDECOA Until 9th Works by Bárbara Müller, Elena Betancor, Flora González, Nuria Meseguer, Vanessa Rodríguez, inspired by the journey to Lanzarote of the novelist Ignacio Aldecoa.

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GUANAPAY FOLK FESTIVAL 8th May @ 8:30 pm

FESTIVAL OF YOUNG SOLOISTS

Popular annual festival of Canarian folk groups Teguise, Convento de Santo Domingo

16th May @ 9pm

Teguise, Convento de Santo Domingo Entry 10€

CONCERT CLASMU 2015: ”ENTRE DOS UNO”

CONCERT: VOLCÁN Y ARENA/ VOLCANO AND SAND

9th May @ 8pm

16th May @ 9pm

San Bartolomé’s ClasMu folk season continues. San Bartolomé, Bodeguita de La Casa Cerdeña

With David Rodriguez “El Majorero” A chance to see one of the best young timplistas from Fuerteventura. Teguise, Museo de la Piratería

MUSICAL: LA MOVIDA MADRILEÑA

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9th May @ 9pm

28th May

Spanish language celebration of Madrid´s wild 80s scene. Teguise, Convento de Santo Domingo Entry 10 €

An acclaimed new group who perform Canarian songs in baroque style perform in Arrecife for Canary Day. Arrecife, Teatro Insular

TENDERETE CANARIO 29th May Canarian Day Celebrations. Teguise

SPORT ULTRABIKE SANTA ROSA 2nd and 3rd May Mountain bike race on Lanzarote and La Graciosa. Costa Teguise, Club Santa Rosa

DISCO NIGHT URBAN RACE 9th May @ 9pm Night-time endurance races of 5 and 10 kms, with music and a party atmosphere. Arrecife, Parque Islas Canarias

CONCERT: ENSEMBLE JUNGLAR “CRUCE DE CAMINOS” 15th May @ 9pm Teguise, Casa Museo del Timple

CONCERT: SARA BRITO “CONCIERTO DE FLAUTA TRAVESERA Y POESÍA CANARIA” 16th May @ 8pm Concert featuring classical flute and Canarian poetry. La Geria, Bodegas La Florida

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IRONMAN 23rd May @ 7am The big one....Puerto del Carmen, Playa Grande

EXHIBITIONS EXHIBITION: LOS BRAGALES Until 8th May Last chance to see one of most impressive photography collections in Spain. Arrecife, Castillo San José - MIAC

ARRECIFE, SALA DE EXPOSICIONES Charco de San Gines. PANORAMIO Until 16th May Works by Carlos Matallana, artist and nephew of César Manrique. mala, galeria artenmala

EXHIBITION: ALFONSO VALLS CABRERA 17th May @ 12 noon Paintings inspired by big game fishing. Teguise, Convento de Santo Domingo

THEATRE TUGA – CON SU PERMISO/WITH YOUR PERMISSION 16th May @ 12:30 pm Street theatre by the acclaimed clown Tuga. Arrecife, Calle Real – Avenida de la Marina

THE BEST OF LEO BASSI ITALIAN CLOWN AND POLITICAL ACTIVIST LEO 16th May @ 9pm Bassi is no stranger to Lanzarote. He returns with a stand-up show on Arrecife. Arrecife, Teatro Insular. Entry 15 €

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KENNEL KLUB FASHION SHOW 16th May @ 7pm Don´t miss the models strutting their stuff while you enjoy a slap-up meal. Tickets €10. Booking essential - send private message to Kennel Klub Facebook page or email: thekennelklub@outlook.com

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10-2pm: Art and Souvenir Market, Puerto Calero

10-2pm: Social Fridays / Expat Community. Sun Park Living

Susi & Gopar, Playa Blanca, Cuatro Lunas

10-2pm: Market, Puerto del Carmen, Plaza El Varadero (old Town)

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9-2pm: Market, Playa Blanca, Marina Rubicón 6-10pm: Craft and Souvenir Market, Costa Teguise, Pueblo Marinero 5pm - 7pm: Sun Rockers Tea Party, Sun Park Living, Playa Blanca

9pm: Cuban Music, Teguise, El Patio Creperie 10pm: Jam Sessions, Teguise, Bar La Galeria

10pm: Cuban Music, Playa Blanca, Cuatro Lunas

. EVERY SUNDAY . 9-2pm: Market, Teguise 9-2pm: Farmer’s Market, Mancha Blanca 10-2pm: Original PALS Car Boot Sale, Lanzarote A Caballo. 10-2pm: Market, Uga

8:30pm: Canarian Folk Music, Puerto del Carmen, Café La Ola

New! Summer concerts: Live Concerts with different groups (call 928-826789 to confirm) Costa Teguise, Terraza Zen (Campo de Golf)

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9-2pm: Market, Playa Blanca, Marina Rubicón

Cinema In Original Version Don´t forget: Every Monday and Thursday the cinemas in Deiland (Playa Honda) and Atlantida (Arrecife) show films in their original language, with Spanish subtitles. Check the Gazette facebook page for updates.

9-2pm: Market, Arrecife, Plaza Iglesia de San Ginés

Gopar Live Band, Arrecife, Gran Hotel - Doblon Bar

9pm: Jameos Nights, Dinner and live music. Jameos del Agua

3-5pm: Jazz session at The Crafty Cow (PDC) with Los Hunos featuring Collie Farrell Catholic Mass Costa Sal, Matagorda, every Sunday 12-30.

9-2.30pm: Market, Haría, Plaza 10-2pm: Traditional Market, Uga 10-2pm: Market at La Recova, Tias, Plaza Anfiteatro El Pavón 8:30pm: Flamenco, Puerto del Carmen, Café La Ola

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There are five Fazz´s restaurants, four on Lanzarote and one on Fuerteventura. Each one offering the very finest Indian dining experience with Fazz´s winning formula. The Costa Teguise restaurant situated at Las Cucharas Beach Promenade is one of the most charming parts of Lanzarote, and the perfect place for a delicious meal in a tranquil setting And if Indian food is what you´re looking for, Fazz´s Indian Restaurant brings you the luxury and sensuality of Bengali cuisine in an attractive restaurant where you´ll be treated like royalty. All your favourite curries are available, as well as some new delicacies which will almost certainly become new favourites and all dishes are prepared in house by expert chefs. A symphony of spices and succulent ingredients, served to you while you enjoy the perfect holiday atmosphere, and friendly, helpful service with that personal touch that´s the Fazz´s experience.

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While May´s big endurance event is undoubtedly the Ironman race on May 23rd, two weeks earlier Arrecife will host a very different and unique event – the Disco Night Urban Race. Founded and organised by José Carlos Hernández, the only Lanzaroteño to participate in the London Olympics, this will be the third edition of the popular race, and this year will see some significant changes.

Artistic legacy Until 16th May

If you wanted to imagine the perfect upbringing for a Lanzarote artist, you’d have a hard job improving on that of Carlos Matallana.

The focus of the action will move to the centre of the capital – namely the Parque Islas Canarias, and the routes for the 5 and 10 km races will be along Arrecife´s seafront. There´ll also be a new race for businesses, as well as the now-traditional childrens race and the baby-crawl challenge. The action will take place to the sounds of some of the island´s best live bands and DJs, and the 9pm start will mean that athletes will be able to run in the cool of the evening, rather than the sweltering heat of day.

At the age of nine his uncle, César Manrique, returned to Lanzarote to transform the island into the astonishing holiday island it is today. Carlos spent many hours and days by the side of Manrique, learning a love of art and design that would mark his future. Later, he studied fine art at Tenerife and Barcelona, later becoming a professor at Tenerife’s La Laguna university, and began to pursue his own artistic career. For the last 30 years Carlos Matallana has exhibited all over the Canaries, Spain and Europe, and has become one of the foremost promoters of the arts in the Canaries. This month, you can see an exhibition of his simple yet deeply affecting landscapes titled Panorameo, at the small ENMALA art Gallery, in the rural setting of Mala.

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LOS Alegransa will perform JARDIN DE VALLES CACTUS at Arrecife´s Teatro GUATIZA insular on 28th May for a special Canary BLANCA TIAGUA Day concert. EL VOLCAN And later on the same day, a different kind of clown will perform at TEGUISE LA VEGUETA Arrecife´s Teatro Insular. Although Leo Bassi performs in Italian and Esther CASTILLO DE AY OvejeroGUANAP Spanish, the New-York born comedian and social activist has a fine British TESEGUITE NAZARET pedigree – his grandfather was Jimmy Wheeler, the “Aye, aye, that´s yer MONUMENTO AL CAMPESINO lot” variety star who was a fixture in the early days of the BBC.

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pain accounted for one in 10 of all enquiries on TheMoveChannel in February, climbing to become the most popular country in the world. Brazil was close behind, as demand for property in the South Ameri-

can country reached a record high. Brazil’s share of enquiries grew to 7.2 per cent in February, up from 4.98 per cent in January. That rise was enough to see it overtake the USA and Portugal and seize second place, its highest ranking since Top of the Props records began. Buyer interest in Bulgaria also boomed, as the country jumped four places in the chart to enter TheMoveChannel.com’s top five destinations for the first time. Bulgaria accounted for 3.44 per cent of enquiries, higher than France, Thailand and Italy. One of the month’s highest climbers, though, was Cyprus, which entered the top 10 for the first time since December 2013. Their rise in popularity pushed other, familiar favourites down the chart, with France, Portugal and Greece all losing rankings. France fell into sixth place, the first time it has been outside of TheMoveChannel.com’s top five destinations in 18 months (September 2013). Portugal dropped one place into fourth, accounting for 4.5 per cent of enquiries. Greece tumbled out of the top 10 altogether, falling eight places to 18th.

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ers concentrate most of their activities in eastern-facing rooms in order to make the most savings on heating and air conditioning. Analysing the four points of the compass, it concluded that northern facing rooms are the coldest, and would incur the highest heating bills, Eastern facing rooms are warmed up by the rising sun in the morning and at midday, but the

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sun leaves during the hottest hours of the day, cutting down on the need for air conditioning. Western-facing rooms remain cool in the morning but require air-conditioning in the afternoon, while southern-facing rooms are warmest, but will also require the most air-conditioning. However, on the Canaries wind is also another factor, with the prevailing north-eastern alisio wind meaning that most homes here face in a more southerly direction for protection.

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Communities exempt from legal fees It has been clarified that Communities of Owners will, like private individuals, be exempt from paying legal fees to initiate proceedings. The Spanish Government recently amended its controversial legal fees rule, exempting “physical persons” from having to pay the legal fees that must still be paid by businesses. A test case

established that, as a Community of Owners did not fall under any other legal category, it should be regarded as a physical person in its own right. However, small businesses remain furious about the application of legal fees, with a lawyer representing a small and medium business association saying that a small business wll have to pay €300 minimum to reclaim unpaid debts through the courts. Carmen Giménez said “Small businesses, which contribute 65% of Spain´s GDP as well as providing 75% of its private sector employment, now run a high risk of closure and disappearance after their access to the courts has been limited by legal fees.

Notary power The Spanish Ministry of justice has announced plans to increase the responsibilities of notaries, obliging them to refuse to authorize mortgages or other contracts that contain abusive clauses. Notaries’ powers of rejection will only apply to clauses that would be regarded null under Spanish law or null by way of lack of transparency. Recently, Spanish courts have repeatedly ruled against abusive clauses, most famously the “floor clauses” that tie a mortgage payer to interest rates that bear no resemblance to the Euribor rate. The grounds for nullifying the clauses rest on the fact that they are complicated and sold to the client without their full understanding of the consequences.Area Roldan, of the Justice Ministry, said that ensuring transparency was one of the duties of notaries. Nevertheless, consumer associations have criticized the Spanish Supreme Court for ruling that moneys already paid to banks under abusive floor clauses need not be returned to the client.

The OC (Organisation of Consumers and Users) said that the court had twisted the law to prevent banks being saddled with massive compensation claims. The court stated that “applying the ruling retrospectively would raise the risk of serious problems for the economic public order.” The OCU commented “When a mortgage holder doesn´t pay, legal machinery is put into action that often ends in eviction, but whne banks don´t pay back what they owe, they´re allowed to get away with it to preserve public order.”

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pain Tightens Reports that the Spanish tax authorities are actively investigating owners of rental properties who fail to declare their taxable income in Spain have been confirmed. And it’s happening on Lanzarote. Cristobal Montoro, Spain´s Tax Minister

submit details of income received from Spanish properties in Spain. This applies even if they declare the income in the UK or any other country in which they are legally resident. Over the years, many have simply ignored this requirement. However, this will become increasingly difficult to do now that the Spanish tax authorities are investigating rental owners via websites.

ecent reports that investigators from the Agencia Tributaría (Spain´s equivalent to the UK´s Inland Revenue) have been trawling property rental websites to identify owners who weren’t declaring rental income in Spain have been confirmed by Mario Izquierdo, the Arrecife-based lawyer.

This campaign has nothing to do with the legality of rental properties, but is, instead, part of a recent drive by the Spanish government to ensure that taxes are paid where owed. Under a Spanish and UK agreement approved in 1975, non-resident owners of villas and other properties have always been legally obliged to

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Mario Izquierdo showed us the case of a Lanzarote client who had been hit with a tax bill running into many thousands. The tax authorities had estimated the amount based on the rental prices quoted on a website and the apparent occupancy of the property. The client´s complaint that the real income was often much lower due to price negotiations or use of the property by friends and family cut no ice. Without formal tax declarations the tax office could only work on the evidence they could find.

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up on Rental Tax Such tax demands are not new. Shortly before his death in 2010, the Portuguese novelist José Saramago lost a case against the tax office for income on his large villa in Tías that had been declared in Portugal rather than Spain. What is new is the fact that the tax authorities are now actively seeking out those who aren´t declaring taxes. Mario Izquierdo believes this is simply due to civil servants in Madrid becoming aware of the scale of non-declaration. “This all started around 1995,” he told us, “ Before then it was relatively rare to find British or any other foreign property owners renting their properties in Spain – hotels and tourist complexes accounted for almost all tourist accommodation.” “However, the model started to change in the late 90s, and it is now estimated that there are around a million properties that are being rented out in this manner.” “Non-residents use health services, the infrastructure and other public facilities in Spain; and Madrid, quite understandably, considers that they should observe the tax laws regarding to income in Spain.” Mario´s advice is succinct “If you have failed to declare Spanish income, you can´t expect to win a case against the Agencia Tributaría . Non-residents who are renting properties in Spain should seek the advice of a qualified tax or finance professional,

especially considering that non-residents are required to declare income every three months, rather than the annual declaration required of residents.”

n To be or not to be a resident? Many property owners in Spain take out residency immediately, mainly swayed by the fact that this grants substantial discounts on water bills and travel within Spain. However, it is a decision you should not take until you have solid professional advice. “Since 2013, the tax laws have changed obliging residents to declare all income, whether it is in Spain or overseas. This could have serious consequences and good advice is imperative,” says Mario. Mario also pointed out that non-residents should make sure that their Form 210 is regularly submitted. Details of the form are available in English at www.agenciatributaria.gob.es , but, once again, it is one of those matters in which the expertise of a professional is highly advised.

n Licence law change? The tax office´s campaign has nothing to do with the inspections on rental properties carried out by the Canarian Government in recent years, which were widely believed to result from pressure by the hotel lobby.

However, successful recent cases have found against the Canarian Government and new legislation is expected before the May elections. Mario Izquierdo says “We don´t know what the new laws will be but we are guardedly optimistic that there is good news on the horizon for unlicenced rental owners.”

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n How do I access my tax return? Contributors will only receive their tax form by post if they expressly asked for it last year, and this will be sent in May. Otherwise, all contributors can ask for a reference number on www.agenciatributaria.gob.es. To obtain your reference number, you will need a NIF number (generally the same as your NIE); the amount declared in Box 415 of last years declaration (marked ‘base liquidable general sometida a gravamen’ on page 12) and a mobile phone number to which the reference number will be texted. If you’ve already registered for an electronic signature or an access code, the second requirement is not needed. Once you have the reference code you can access your financial details and your new tax form. Joint declarations will require the NIFs of both spouses.

n How do I confirm the declaration? This can be done online or by phone (901 200 345) or in person at the tax office in Arrecife, where appointments can be made at the website above between 11th May and 29th June.

Tax season in Spain is now in full swing, and will come to an end on June 30th. Here’s what you need to know. n Do I have to make a declaration? This depends on two factors; your salary, and the amount of payments you received in 2014. If you are paid by one employer and your gross annual pay is less than €22,000, you are not required to submit a tax declaration. If you have more than one employer, you are also exempt if the total falls beneath this amount, with the

However, if the declaration indicates that you must pay outstanding taxes to the tax agency, and you wish to stagger the payments in two installments, then the form must be submitted by 25th June.

n What if I owe tax?

added condition that each employer must have paid less than €1,500. If you earned less than €22,000, but received payments of more than €1,500, then there is no need to declare if your overall annual income is less than €11,200.

As always, this can be arranged to be paid in two installments. The first amount, of 60 per cent of the total, will be made immediately while the remaining 40 per cent can be paid until the 5th November.

If certain tax-deductible claims have been made, such as investment in a home, pension payments and certain saving plans, among others, the lower limit for exemption from declaration is also fixed at €11,200.

As always, professional advice is highly recommended for those with a complex financial situation or those who are not confident about negotiating the Spanish bureaucracy involved.

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House in a nice area of Tahiche. 4 bedrooms with built in wardrobes, 2 of them with en-suite bathrooms, 2 living rooms, kitchen, dining room, office, covered pool, jacuzzi, sauna and gym, a huge BBQ and bar area, stone oven and bodega, big garden with fruit trees and space for the young ones.

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Fantastic opportunity in one of the best areas in Tías. 3 bed, 2 bath property with a large living room, independent kitchen and a stunning sauna. Apart, 4 more apartments of 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom and living-room/ kitchen, that are all rented now. The property also has parking places, depot and gardens.

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roperty buyers Guide

This article is intended as a general guide to buying real estate in The Canary Islands. It has been compiled from the knowledge and experience of a number of professionals involved in the selling, buying and conveyancing of property in Spain, but it should not be taken as a substitute for proper legal advice. It is intended only as an explanation of the system, customs and practice which you will come across, should you be interested in buying a home on the islands. DECIDING THE LOCATION

You need to decide whether your property is intended for holiday use, longer term visits, or whether you intend to live here year round. Your choice of location should take your needs into account, such as schools, medical services and recreational outlets.

CHOOSING THE PROPERTY

You need to know a great deal more about your property than you would if you were just spending a couple of weeks there. If there is a community association, ask your neighbours if it is well run. Ask about the community fees - don’t forget that if you are in a Community you are legally obliged to pay them or you could lose the property.

BUYING THE PROPERTY

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agent worth his salt will have carried out a basic search and will be able to show you that this is correct. Your agent will be able to supply you with a list of suitable Lawyers to act on your behalf, the British Consulate in Las Palmas will provide a suitable list on request, if required. Your lawyer needs to check out your intended property thoroughly. The process is not dissimilar from the UK and a check of legal title will be made through a search in the local Land Registry Office which will also indicate if there are any mortgages or charges against the property. If you are buying a plot of land, the lawyer will also check if you can obtain permission to build on the land and what size and type of property you can build; there are zoning controls on this island as well as anywhere else and an old document presented to you pertaining to be planning permission may well have changed in the interim period. Once you have been assured by your lawyer that all is in order, you will need to sign a Contract of Purchase raised by a lawyer, and pay a deposit which is usually 10% of the intended purchase price; this deposit is normally held by the lawyer who has been appointed to arrange the signing of the Title Deed. The contract will state the terms and conditions of the sale and will state a specific time for completion of the transaction when you must produce the balance of the price. If for any reason you decide, up to this completion time that you cannot proceed with the purchase, you will forfeit the deposit paid, but if the seller changes his mind, he must return the deposit to you in full, plus a compensation payment for damages. Obviously if a lawyer is holding these funds, there’s no problem in the purchaser’s deposit being refunded. The next step is to complete the transaction by making the outstanding balance of payment and signing the title deed, which is known in Spain as the Escritura; this must be done in the Notary’s Office. The Notary’s task is to ensure that all of the legal documentation is correct, he will also carry out a

search in the Land Registry Office on the day of signing to check the current status of the property or land, (and will require the last annual rates receipt from the council in which the property is situated), that this is up to date as well. It is essential to ensure that your lawyer has current receipts for all other payments such as water, electric and community charges, as debts such as these in Spain are levied against the property and not the owner. When in the Notary’s Office, you will be asked to produce your passport as evidence of identification. You will also be advised to obtain a NIF number, Numero Identificación Fiscal, which your lawyer can arrange for you.

PAYING THE PRICE

If you are not a resident in Spain and are buying property or land it is advisable to bring your money from abroad to complete the purchase, it is simple to open a non-resident account in a local bank, and your estate agent will normally help you with this. You can then transfer your funds from your own bank in the UK, to this new account. On the signing of the new Title Deed your cheques for payment will be shown to the Notary and included as part of the documentation of the deed. They must be inscripted with details of the property of land to be purchased, or have an investment certificate from the issuing bank attached. The Notary will also require you to sign a Spanish ministry form, declaring that the investment has been made. It is also possible when purchasing from a non-Spanish resident, to pay the completion funds abroad in any currency. In this case, the deed will state an equivalent amount in Euros as this gives the value in which the transmission tax (stamp duty) is calculated. You will have to produce more than one cheque as you will be liable for capital gains tax. In this situation a sum of 3% calculated against the value declared in the title deed will need to be retained and paid to the Spanish Tax Authorities.

HomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyH The Estate Agents fees are normally paid by the vendor and the details of the specific percentage to be paid will normally be noted in the Purchase Contract. Beware, some unscrupulous illegal agents have been known to charge the purchaser as well as the vendor for their fees. You may well also find that the price of your title deed is not exactly the same as the cost of the purchase, as some sellers prefer to treat the furnishings and fittings, if they are included, as a separate item.

Registro and the bill from your Lawyer, will probably come to about 10% of the purchase price. Your Lawyer will ask for these funds to be placed with him before the work is done, as too many times clients disappeared leaving these bills unpaid. Non-residents will be liable for property tax, while residents will pay the IBI assessed by the local council. However, it cannot be stressed enough, though, that you should deal in these matters with a professional person who is well established.

REGISTERING THE PURCHASE

Spain has firm laws on how a Community Association shall be run, and you can find useful advice in English on this subject at www.c-euro.org and www.spainlawyer.com. Information about your Association has to be freely available to you, as do the accounts which have to be published to the members every year. Belonging to a Community Association brings many advantages to the owner who does not intend to live in the property year round, as you can be sure that someone will be keeping an eye on things when you are away. Should you be buying a property on an ‘Urbanisation’ you will find that there is a Community Association, of which you must become a member. Each property owner on the site owns a percentage of the

Signing the escritura in the Notary office does not yet mean that you officially own the property. For the transaction to be complete you must register the deeds in the Registro de la Propiedad (Property Registry). When the deeds are taken to the Registro, the purchase tax of 6.5% of the value of the property must be paid. Later the Registro will write to whoever presented the documents and ask for a second payment to cover their charges. In addition, a tax to the Local Authority, based on the increase of values of land in their area since the property last changed hands (known as ‘Plus Valia’) is payable. This is often negotiated between the vender and purchaser. Your Lawyer can get an estimate in advance of the purchase, so that you have the funds ready. At the same time, a form should be entered to the local authority, advising them of the change of ownership. You should remind whoever is doing your paperwork about this, as it is often forgotten. Residents must alo be tax registered in order to sell property and avoid retentions, even if they pay no tax.

COSTS TO LOOK OUT FOR

Other bills which will have to be paid include the Transmission Tax, the Notary’s bill, the fees from the

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communal areas, and is responsible for making a payment to the Association for their upkeep. You should check before you buy that your Community Association is functioning well, how much the monthly payment is, and whether the payments for your intended property are up to date. If these payments are not made the Association can eventually seize your property, so be careful.

OUTSTANDING BILLS

When you buy a property you become liable for any outstanding bills for water, electricity, local rates and community fees. Both the Electricity Board (UNELCO) and the Water Company (CANAL GESTION) have forms which you and the seller must sign, to transfer the bills into your name. When you go to do this you should check that all payments are up to date. Local rates are payable at the Town Hall. You or your representative needs to visit the ‘Oficina de Recaudacion ’ at the Town Hall to give them the form changing the rates into your name, and again, checking that all payments are up to date. As bills are not sent out for the rates, property owners often forget to pay them, and they can soon mount up.

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“Cheap works out expensive” is a Spanish saying that will echo with anyone who has bought low quality goods for a budget price, only to have to replace them shortly afterwards. It’s a motto that applies perfectly to furniture, as well, but even if you can’t afford to fill your home with expensive items, it makes sense to splash out on one or two prestige items.

ake beds, for example. Most of us will spend around a third of our lives in one, and our backs, our posture and our general well-being are hugely influenced by the bed we sleep in. Still, many look to cut corners when buying a bed – and often end up paying the price in lack of sleep, aches and pains. When you think of how much we fork out on cars that we spend far less time in, doesn’t it make sense to splash out on your nightly trip to the Land of Nod?

The same goes with (bed) knobs on for children’s beds. Surely you want to ensure that your little ones are in the most comfortable, healthy bed during the years when their bones and bodies are forming? Do a little research, remember that expense doesn’t always mean quality, but that you rarely get top class goods for cheap, and make a wise decision. In the living room, a centre piece item is a wonderful way to make your home look a million dollars. Whether it’s that sofa you’ve always yearned for, a striking piece of artwork or even a a window with a view; where you’ll spend countless happy hours,

there is every reason to make a significant spending on one or two items that will give you years of pleasure, and make your guests gasp. If you do buy a centrepiece item, be sure to make the most of it. Don’t just stick it in the centre of the room – accentuate it with subtle lighting and complement it with companion items of furniture that will really set it off. Creating a special zone to showcase your luxury item will make sure you’ll get the most out of it, and it will be a memorable and beloved feature.

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Floral patterns and designs have been popular for centuries, but they can still make your Lanzarote home blossom if you choose them right.

n 1996, IKEA urged British housewives to “Chuck Out That Chintz”, in a TV advert which showed women hurling frilly lampshades, ornate pelmets and chintz curtains into a large blue and yellow skip. They were then pictured standing happily in their new minimalist interiors, all cool neutrals, plain sofas and perfectly clutterless. Fast-forward almost 20 years and more than a few of those housewives (they were all women) may well be regretting their decision, as floral designs have returned stronger than ever before. IKEA´s smart, Scandinavian style is still hugely popular, but we´ve also seen shabby chic, symbolised by faded florals, as well as a strong move towards bolder types of fabric design. These days the emphasis is on comfort, quirkiness and adding your own personal stamp to your surroundings. Clutter is no longer a capital offence and flowers are once again allowed to bloom in your home. But before you rush out and fill your home with flowery flounces, take a moment to think where

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you live. Lanzarote offers a very different environment to northern Europe, and the floral patterns you choose will need to reflect your brighter, more vivid surroundings. For British designers, florals will generally bring to mind the classic Victorian designs of William Morris. These were hugely influential in interior décor, but they may not be ideal for Lanzarote. These ornate, heavy florals evoke a Victorian, very English idea of nature, which may look a little inappropriate here. The Liberty department store in London has been providing influential floral prints for well over a century, and although many classic Liberty florals may still be a little busy for your Lanzarote interior, they also point the way to lighter, brighter style that lifts the spirits. Other vintage British designers who are worth googling to get some great floral ideas include Zika Ascher and Hull Traders, who employed talented artists such as Shirley Craven and Althea McNish, whose vivid

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“Floral patterns naturally leap out, grabbing our attention and making us feel good.” Caribbean floral patterns brightened up a drab post-war landscape. And, of course, don´t forget chintz, whose perennial popularity is a sign of its versatility. Just avoid the flounces and furbelows and try and make a more simple, charming statement. Spain also has its own floral tradition, exemplified in the incredibly vivid floral designs that can be found

on the mantones de manila. These ornate shawls feature floral designs whose rather old-fashioned form is more than made up for by their vivid eyecatching colours, and associated floral designs are found in thousands of Spanish interiors. For more modern looks, check out the bold, simple designs of Agata Ruíz de la Prada – they´re a little child-like, but hugely popular at the moment, with

the bold, direct appeal that always works in the sun of Lanzarote. Spain is a nation of seamstresses and tailors, and it´s not hard to find shops that offer a genuinely inspiring selection of fabrics, including floral designs that will make your mouth water. Once you´ve found something you like, get busy with the sewing machine or find someone to do it for you.

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First, get that tape measure out. You´ll need to decide how much of your living room you want to fill. On Lanzarote, you may want to go all out for a big sofa that´ll be perfect for flopping out and even napping on, but remember that you´ll need to take your other furnishings into account. If you´re looking for a focal point, avoid going for something too large that will utterly dominate the room. In a smaller room, your sofa will be the centre of attention anyway, so choose well.

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Think of what you use the sofa for. Will you be watching TV? Socializing? Working on laptops or tablets? Do you have children or pets? Bear all these factors in mind and leave space for human (and animal) traffic.

Shape

Once you´ve decided the above two factors, you´ll have a better idea of what sort of shape you´ll want

your sofa to be. Clean, straight lines will complement a modern, geometric room, while rounder forms are naturally more cosy, if not always so practical. Shape is also dictated by size – an Lshaped sofa will be larger than a two-seater. Remember that sofas can also act as barriers, closing off space to zone large rooms.

Fabric

Looks are important, but practicality is the key issue when it comes to choosing a material for your sofa. Many of us would love a suede sofa, but it´s not a good idea in more “lived-in” homes (i.e. those with kids, pets or an average amount of human clutter). Look for easily removable coverings that can be washed and if spare sets are available, invest in at least one to avoid seeking them out later.

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This is all up to you, but on Lanzarote it´s worth remembering that certain styles are hard to get away with. Go for bold, clean designs or funky and eclectic rounded shapes, rather than flounces and fussiness.

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You don’t have to be a treehugger to know that saving money, power and resources makes sound sense. And the more organised you are, the bigger the difference you can make.

isit any household that makes a committed effort towards an ecologically friendly lifestyle and you´ll soon discover that they couldn´t be further from the scruffy hippy stereotype. Living ecologically requires organisation, maintenance and plenty of planning – but the results can be well worth it.

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In fact, with just a little of that foresight and commitment, anyone can make savings and live in a way that is less harmful to the environment. It starts with the most basic elements. Take a look at the store cupboard in your kitchen, for example, and you´ll almost certainly find old, unused packets of herbs, spices and other items that you probably forgot you had and will almost certainly never use. Regular cleaning out, organisation and management will save money – not much, but it´s a start – and lower the risk of attracting moths, cockroaches and rodents that will cost a fortune to eliminate. If your home is well organised, with everything at hand when you want it, it´s so much easier to know what and what not to buy, as well as to maintain the stuff you already won. It works on a larger scale, too. Take swimming pools,

for example. Heating them is not only expensive, but investing in a pool cover not only helps conserve that precious warmth – it also makes the pool safer and keeps it a lot cleaner, saving you time and money in the long run. It´s the same with cars – regular services and replacement of worn elements will improve performance, saving money on petrol. Worn tyres can increase fuel consumption as well as put your life at risk. It´s not rocket science – throughout history, humans have carefully nurtured resources that were precious, and its only in the relatively recent consumer society that we seem to have forgotten the simple virtues of looking after what we have. And with a future in which natural resources are becoming ever more scarce , it’s something we are all going to have to learn once again, sooner or later.

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A poolside party is the perfect celebration for Lanzarote life – plan yours to have fun!

ake a splash this summer by planning and throwing a pool party. Most hosts assume swimming will be the centrepiece of a pool party and don’t do much to enhance the experience. You can change that by planning for everything out of the pool with these suggestions, starting with the invitation. Invite guests to “dive in” to your party

with invitations shaped liked pools, or diving boards, flip flops, beach balls, or other pool accessories. Or just use bright colours such as lime green, turquoise blue, tangerine or hot pink to give your invitation a summertime feel and continue those colours in your décor around the pool. Speaking of décor, get creative by letting pool accessories substitute for other useful items. An inflat-

able small boat or a child’s plastic pool can become your ice chest. Use small children’s pails to hold mixed fruit or veggie pieces and plastic shovels to serve. Hollow out a coconut or pineapple for use as a serving tray. Fill overturned Frisbees with water and float tealights to add a magical touch to evening poolside parties. Seashell arrangements can also be tabletop decorations.

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HomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyHomeMyH As for the food, if your party is purely for kids, don’t prepare a lot of food, since children will spend most of their time swimming. But you will want to have at least appetizers and nibblers to keep the party going on land for adults since not everyone will be in the water at the same time. Keep the food light, since your guests will be swimming at some point. Think fruits, veggies and salads. Avoid alcohol for swimmers; instead go for tropical fruit juice, soda, bottled water or tea. Since the food will likely be outside for long periods of time, consider items that won’t go off too quickly.

Casual is key for a pool party. Don’t bother with too many tables; just make sure your guests have plenty of places to sit by putting out lots of beach chairs, patio chairs, beach blankets and extra large colorful towels. Set up a couple of large tables for snacks and beverages with plenty of paper or plastic plates, cups, napkins and utensils. And don’t forget to place several rubbish receptacles out and about. Set up a stereo and speaker system near the pool for some beach music to keep everyone in the mood. Put out all of your pool toys for both kids and adults. Swimming floats, beach balls and squirt guns are inexpensive and will keep children busy and help adults get in the spirit. If you can, set up a volleyball net across the shallow end of the pool. But always be sure to keep safety top of mind. Ask parents about their child’s swimming skills and make sure at least one person is watching the children at all times. A more adult pool party will use the pool as a focus rather than for fun. Swimming can of course be done, but more emphasis should be placed on decoration and lighting. Food will also be more important, and a barbecue is the perfect accompaniment for your pool party. And remember, you don’t have to have your own pool or belong to a luxury country club to throw a great pool party. Community pools, hotels or swim clubs often have pools that can be rented out for parties. Check the phone book or ask around for sources.

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“in-between” ZONE L anzarote isn´t always warm, and many people prefer to stay indoors and enjoy the sunshine without having to deal with the island´s breezes, which can quickly cool you down to an uncomfortable degree.

On Lanzarote, the boundaries between outdoor living and indoors are nowhere near as defined as they are in the freezing, wet north. Almost all of us will have an “in-between” zone where we can take the best aspects of indoor living outdoors, into the sun, the breeze and the open air. But it also works in the other direction, and outdoor spaces can easily be made more “indoorsy.”

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The solution here is to enclose your outdoor terrace, balcony or living space. It´s a job that will require planning, and a professional bit of workmanship, but it could transform parts of your home into places you rarely use into brand new living areas you can´t keep out of. New materials and techniques mean that it has never been easier to turn an outdoor space into an indoor one, and your new indoor room will catch the sun even more intensely than if you were outdoors, with the added bonus that you won´t have to worry about getting sunburn. And if you choose to fit large slid-

ing windows or French doors, you´ll be able to throw them open at any time you want and enjoy the experience of fresh air and the great outdoors whenever your wish.

Also may be more than a lifestyle decision. If you have an enclosed terrace or spacious balcony, then all at once you have a new room in your home, where you can eat, relax and even sleep at night. The important factor is glass – closing the entire area off with metal or wood will completely lose the sunny essence that you are looking for. What you need is large expanses of glass that can be easily opened.

With such an amount of glass, safety is paramount, so make sure you find a fitter who can provide you with glass that fulfils the very highest standards of security. This advice, is of course, even more important if there are going to be children using the space.

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Shade & Managing sun and shade is one the main challenges of outdoor living on Lanzarote. Make them work for you rather than against you for the most comfortable, inviting results.

ere on sub-tropical Lanzarote the sun beats down relentlessly for much of the day. What this means is that the concept of sol y sombra (sun and shadow) is hugely important to your daily comfort. While tourists come here for the sensation of scorching sunshine on their skin, locals prefer the cool and shade and tend to stay indoors during the hottest part of the day. The sun can be brutal as well as life-affirming,

while shade can be chilly and uninviting as well as relaxing and refreshing. But sun and shade is not just a matter of black and white – when you´re relaxing in your outdoor space, constant shadow is every bit as unattractive as merciless sunshine. The ideal way to create that perfect relaxing space is to soften the sunlight with shade, allowing you to really enjoy the Canarian climate. As always, nature gets it spot on. The perfect shade-giver is a tree that provides a canopy through which

rays of sunlight can pierce, constantly dappling the ground below with a mosaic of light and shadow. And if you´re lucky enough to have a mature frangipani or pepper tree in your garden, you´ll know exactly what a wonderful experience it can be to sit down and enjoy a drink and a good book while the sunlight and shade provides a warm and pleasant atmosphere. Trees, however, require years of growth before they can give you the shade you want, and if you haven´t

got one already you´ll almost certainly be looking for artificial ways of providing shade. Fortunately, there are plenty of options available. The first thing to bear in mind is that the sun moves constantly from east to west. This means that shadows will not only move throughout the day, but they will also be longer in the morning and evening than they will at midday. Overhead shade is vital on Lanzarote, but if you break it up a little, the movement of the sun will mean that sunny and shady

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Light & spots are always changing. Think of a Venetian blind casting bars of shade and light on an interior room, and then think about taking that idea outdoors. A slatted pergola roof will give a similar effect with vertical sunlight, creating a bold, modernist pattern on your floor and furnishings. Sail shades can also provide attractive geometric patterns of sun and shade, and many prefer to install a few smaller shades rather than one large one, to fully exploit the interplay of sun and shade. However it doesn´t all have to be geometric. Pergola roofs and canopies can also come

in wicker or woven patterns, allowing hundreds of apertures for sunlight to stream through. This can be added to with blinds, drapes and other temporary shade-givers. The other advantage of pergola-type structure is that swift-growing plants can often be trained to grow on them, giving you that perfectly natural dappled shade without the time and expense that a tree would involve. And on Lanzarote your options are far wider than just wisteria and clematis – this is a climate in which all sorts of wonderful, fragrant and beautiful climbing plants can flourish.

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Simply put, the paler the surface, the more reflected sunlight you´ll get. Dark colours will absorb and accentuate shade. In many properties, the task will be to tone down the stark contrast between blinding white walls and dark picón, although many also choose to play this up for maximum effect. And never forget that water does things with reflections that nothing else can do. The glimmering sparkling reflections of sunlight on a swimming pool or large water feature can thoroughly transform any exterior, as well as bringing a new sensual dimension.

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Every garden should have herbs. These fragrant and often beautiful kitchen plants are useful, life-affirming and, on Lanzarote, most of them are perfectly easy to grow.

here is something uniquely delightful about a herb garden – subtle leaves and flowers that are packed with aromas and fragrances that appeal to our most basic sensual memories.

Herbs can bring joy to the smallest as well as the largest gardens, a balcony container, window box or hanging basket is the

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To start your Lanzarote herb garden, here are five popular herbs that will surprise you with their intensity of flavour when grown in this island’s sub-tropical climate. They’re also extremely attractive, handsome plants in their own right.

Basil is one of the most popular of herbs, and as any cook who has been disappointed with the dried stuff knows, it can only be fresh, intensified by powerful sunshine.

The two most popular varieties are peppermint (known as menta in Spanish) and the milder spearmint (hierbabuena). You may also come across poleo (pennyroyal) and other, more specialised mint hybrids.

Any basil grown on Lanzarote will pack a real punch, and it´s well worth looking for locally-grown varieties which come with smaller leaves. Torn gently and sprinkled over a simple salad of queso fresco, tangy tomatoes and good olive oil, there´s nothing more summery.

Mint is perfect for freshly prepared teas and iced drinks, makes a perfect garnish for hundreds of desserts and, of course, is essential for a good mint sauce.

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FOOTBALL

Heads held high! Manager Adolfo Pérez with fans

Written off at the start of the season for having a young, inexperienced squad, the Rojillos (The Reds) have been outstanding. Unbeaten at home, third in the league and just three points away from top spot, UD Lanzarote have already clinched a play-off place with five games in hand, writes Ian Lane hard to digest, especially the cup.

anager Adolfo Pérez and his red and blue army can hold their heads well and truly high whatever the last stages of the season bring.

Top of the league is La Palma side CD Mensajero with Tenerife side CD Marino and Lanzarote both three points adrift - all with five games to play. Explaining the Spanish promotion and relegation system is as simple as explaining why the world does not live in peace in harmony, but I will give it a brief go. The league champions will qualify for an all-important Copa Del Rey (F.A. Cup) spot; however, they do not gain automatic promotion. The Champions will play two legs against a team of regional league champions from the mainland and the winners will be promoted to Segunda B (League 1). The losers drop into the playoffs so have another chance.

On the 12th April Lanzarote knew a win against rivals CD El Cotillo from Fuerteventura would just about ensure a place in the playoffs. The Rojillos had not won away since the 31st Jan but this time they travelled with a bus load of vociferous Spanish and expat fans all united as one. This seemed to do the trick as the Rojillos team and fans were inspired. An 18th minute outstanding free kick from 25 yards by midfielder Marcos Cabrera and a determined defence ensured Lanzarote went to the restaurant with the fans and team who were all tuned in to party mode. It was a day to remember, with manager Adolfo Pérez personally thanking every fan. In his broken English he said how incredible all the expat fans have been this campaign - one of the reasons the club have been unbeaten at home all season and for taking maximum points on that day. The British players: midfielder Brad, 19, and winger

Teams finishing second, third and fourth will all qualify for the playoffs. To gain promotion to Segunda B you will play six games in total, but all that can be explained at a later date. Many people criticise this system but a decent argument against them would be to look at how good the Spanish national side have been over the last decade or so. Even so, I still find it

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Rojillos on tour!

Louis Kennedy, 21, have performed superbly all season and have been regulars in the starting XI. Along with their Spanish team mates they urge all expats and tourists to get behind the club in their final home match and forthcoming playoffs. There is just the one offical home game remaining (not including the playoffs, check website, Facebook, details below) so come and enjoy Lanzarote´s attempt of becoming Champions.

FORTHCOMING HOME GAMES 10th May Lanzarote V Tenerife B Entrance prices : Adults 5 Euros, Pensioners 3 Euros and all children 15 and under are admitted free of charge.

Defender Falo leads the party

For more info contact Ian Lane on 928 843332 or 649963943, info@mercancialanzarote.com or on www.lanzarotefootball.com as well as Facebook : Lanzarote football club. Official Club shirts and merchandise are on sale with Ian at the Club’s stall every Sunday at the Teguise market (near the public toilets) and now also at Puerto del Carmen old town market.

RUGBY

Back in black Two trips to Tenerife for the Volcanitos provided some tough competition for Lanzarote´s young rugby players.

t´s been a great few weeks for Lanzarote´s young rugby players, with two trips to the Tenerife, a hugely successful fund-raising night at Highlander Too and the arrival of a new trainer in the form of England international Iain Irving.

On earier trips to Tenerife, the Volcanitos swept all before them, but the team from the big island has now got its act together, and the Volcanitos faced some tough competition from bigger, tougher teams. A draw and a loss showed exactly what a challenge it had been. However, the kids could relax and have some fun along with plenty of well-wishers at the fund-raising night at Highlander Too on April 10th. An astonishing €2,200 was raised which, along with valuable sponsorship from Omnicars, means that the youngsters now have a smart new black polo shirt to represent the team in.

The next week, ex-English international Iain Irving arrived at the Playa Honda training ground to train the U-16s, adding to the great work done by Colin Hughes and Nigel Nevitt. Then, on April 18th it was back to Tenerife for another tough fixture. The U-16s lost both games but can certainly hold their heads high; while the U-14s won two and lost one. Next up for the Volcanitos is the party night at the Bar Concord in Playa Honda on May 9th, 7 pm. There´ll be prizes, music, a buffet and plenty of fun – all for just €5. Then, on May 16th another match in Playa Honda

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Select victory

The Lanzarote Select XI recently won the T20 International trophy for the second time in three years. Roberto Shard reports. But the weekend had started well for Woodford Wells beating Casuals in their first match by 20 runs. Making 172 for 7, Wells then bowled Casuals out for 152, Ashwell with 4 for 34 and Sinha with 3 for 10.

he 8-wicket victory in the final against Woodford Wells CC was the perfect execution of plan, bowling their opponents out for a modest score by taking early wickets, M. Tahiliani with 2 for 13 and S. Brettell with 2 for 22, being exceptional, putting pressure on the opposition throughout the innings with excellent bowling and fielding and when chasing 129 for victory, batting confidently and aggressively - M. Tahiliani with an excellent 59 - to win in 13 overs.

On the second day Rockcliffe restricted Casuals to 135 after a fine opening spell of 3 for 10 by J. Freebirn and then an unbeaten 51 from Wharton saw Rockcliffe home in the 18th over for a comfortable 7 wicket win. Against Rockcliffe Woodford Wells batted first, reaching 175 for 5. Rockcliffe never looked like chasing 176 to win, however ,and once Wharton was out for 53 they could only reach 162. Lanzarote Select XI beat Alder CC in their first game, making 168 all out. Unfortunately Alder never really

looked like chasing down 169 once Scott was run out for 50, and reached 132. The second day saw Lanzarote Select XI play last year’s winners Rickmansworth CC in arguably the game of the tournament. Batting first Lanzarote posted an impressive 198 for 2, M. Tahiliani (64) and D. Smith (75 n/o) were both excellent. Chasing 199, Lanzarote managed to cheaply dismiss the dangerous Chapman, Stabler and Jones. Only Chisholm (74) offered real resistance as Rickmansworth reached 166 in their 20 overs. In their second game Rickmansworth beat Alder and made the score of the tournament, 261 for 3, against Alder’s 123 all out. Jones was the main destroyer with a magnificent 147 not out. So to finals day, where Lanzarote emerged victorious. A huge thank you to all the visiting players and staff and to all the people here in Lanzarote who made our third year another success. We hope to see you again next year.

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M TORING NEWS Elderly pedestrians “most at risk”

knocked over in urban areas were suffered by pensioners in 2013.

Price: from 7,990€ DAB digital radio, Bluetooth, Stop/ Start and electric front windows as standard, while SE models add manual air-conditioning, alloy wheels, Front assist, Arkamys surround sound package and Bolero radio with telephone control, Mirror Link, USB and SD card connections. Range-topping SE L models add even more features including, 16-inch alloy wheels, climate control air-conditioning, Light assistant, cruise control and KESSY – keyless entry system. In addition to its generous equipment levels, the new Fabia features a striking new look, sector-best practicality, greater efficiency and a host of Simply Clever innovations. It also performs the impossible by being larger and stronger than its best-selling predecessor, yet tipping the scales at up to 65kg less, also making it up to 17 per cent more efficient.

Spanish statistics have shown that, while most pedestrians have seen a fall in serious accidents, figures for the over-65 age group continue to rise. This means that 70% of fatal accidents caused by being

Experts are studying the figures to see if new rules need to be introduced ensuring that zebra crossings are made more visible. However, the figures could also reflect the fact that there are approximately 18% more over-65s in Spain than there were 10 years ago, as well as the fact that older people are generally more fragile.

Emergency call centre compulsory by 2018 ALL newly-registered cars must be fitted with a system that automatically calls the emergency service number – which is 112 in Spain – from March 31, 2018. The law was agreed by MEPs on December 4 and ratified by the Internal Markets and Consumer Protection Commission in the European Parliament. The e-Call system will pass on details of the make and model of the vehicle, the time

of the accident, type of fuel used and the exact location, but will not be able to tell emergency services how serious the crash was, how many occupants are in the car or how seriously injured they are.

Belt up So far this year Spanish traffic police have caught 287 children being transported without seatbelts or carseats, as well as 4,516 adults who had not bothered to belt up. Guardia Civil officers said ‘excuses’ given by drivers with children under 12 not wearing seatbelts or in proper seats for their age ranged from ‘I didn’t know’ to ‘We’re only going round the corner’ or ‘I’m driving very slowly’. In 70 cases, the children without seatbelts were sitting in the front seat. In the first two months of 2015, a total of 109 people were killed in car accidents, 21 of whom were not wearing their seatbelts – two of whom were children under 12.

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SPECIALIST IN Auto solar valves • Solar panels - Heatpumps • Pool fibreglassing & painting Ceramic pool tiling • Pool leak detection • Pool construction & installation Plant room fitting & maintenance • Domestic hot water solar installation Domestic water leak detection equipment • General plumbing services

Tel/Fax 928 822 694 Sean 669 399 403 Aljibe and Swimming pool laminate linings

No monthly fees to pay once installed

s.w.poolsandsolar@hotmail.com www.swpoolsandsolar.com

Tel: 928 5151 515 - Email: classified@gazettelive.com Classified Dept open 9am to 2pm - Classifieds from 0.70€

For Sale

QUALITY EGYPTIAN 100% COTTON Towels at unbeatable prices

Hand Towel Bath Towel Bath Sheets

4.00€ 8.00€ 12.50€

Great Towels, Great Prices Call Hazel on:

616 891 320 PIC-V.A.

SCOOTER SYM/JET 125 2010 5,600 kms and garaged from new ITV til May 2016 Immaculate condition 2 helmets, new battery charger and lock included. 800€ o.n.o. Telephone:

693 795 983 L-.05.15

Music & Entertainment PIANIST FOR ALL SEASONS Concerts, functions, teaching Perrys Piano

649 584 805 L-06.15

Arnold:

696 125 597 L-.JF. (05.15)

Any condition. MOT failers. Cash paid. Tel Alan:

689 693 728

Ideal for the control of Air Conditioners, Heaters, Washing Machines and other High Power Consumption Appliances * Robust and reliable (5 year written warranty). *Programmable for any cost/unit of electricity consumed *Usually installed in less than two hours

Tuition & Translation

Telephone:

+34 677 428 919 or email: coinmeters@inbox.com PIC-V.A. (07.15)

Digital camera 20.2 MP, SLR Kit, CMOS, 18-55 mm, Canon EF, TTL Price: 750€

600 441 188

movil@alegria.com PIC-V.A. (12.14)

Boats BOAT MAKO 253

Imported from USA (26 feet) Year 2007

607 528 977

Weathershield, Trade and Retail paints mixed in store from a choice of 1200 colours. Matt, silk, gloss and undercoats. Also Thomson waterseal and Ronseal products. Mon-Fri 9am-1.30pm

928 833 338 piscinasdirect@hotmail.com

Pool covers and Aljibe/pool liners also made to measure PIC-V.A.

MVP's great pool covers come with up to 8 years guarantee! Contact us for details: info@mvplanzarote.com PIC-R.N.

* Helicol Solar Panels * Heat Pumps * Salt Chlorinators * Elite Solar Pool Cover * Pool Safety & Enclosures. Visit our showroom in Playa Honda (next to the Deiland & Car Shop) www.aquadreamspoolsandspas.com

Shop:

928 822 057 Mobile:

661 960 307 PIC-R.N.

Telephone:

CARS FOR SALE *Mercedes Benz SL 500 year 1995 *Mercedes Benz ML 320 year 2002 *Porsche Cayenne year 2008 *Yamaha Midnight Special 1200cc year 2010 New Telephone:

607 528 977

BRITISH QUALIFIED INTERPRETER TRANSLATOR

Clairvoyant Readings

Spanish - English For all your local needs

Telephone:

Call Jane

L-J.F.

649 157 725

690 719 099

Health & Beauty

L-06.15

NEED HELP WITH TRANSLATIONS

MOBILE NAILS

Call Heidi on

Also Manicures 15€ & Pedicures 20€. Done in comfort of your own home.

Residencias, doctor, hospital, police or school visits.

628 000 884 for information L-R.N.

CAN’T SPEAK SPANISH? Englishman resident in the Canaries for 40 years and teaching Spanish for 10 years gives private Spanish lessons in the comfort of your own home, at times to suit yourself. 20€ per hour. Extra pupils in the same class only 5€. All levels. No books required. First introductory lesson free of charge. Advance-payment discount rates available. Phone Cliff on:

629 108 681 L-.04.15

SPANISH PAPERWORK MAKING YOUR LIFE EASIER

YOUR LOCAL DEALER OF: HOTSPRING SPAS & HOT TUBS We have the largest range of spas & hot tubs to suit every budget. www.aquadreamspoolsandspas.com

Shop:

928 822 057 Mobile:

661 960 307 NEW & USED WINDOWS and doors and more for sale at Tahiche Garden Centre. Open between 10am - 4 pm Mon-Sat B-R.N.

Art, Decor, Antiques, Home, Wear, Gifts, Yurts. Come and visit us on C/Notas 15 - Villa de Teguise

928 845 069

www.emporium.es PIC -V.A.

We provide full garage service for any make of vehicles. Mechanical and electrical repairs, bodywork and paint service. Carretera Arrecife - Yaiza Km 2.600 - Playa Honda Telephone:

928 821 616 PIC -V.A.

IF YOUR CAR NEEDS a new door. Prices from 20€ Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8.15am to 7.30pm Sat 8.15am to 3.00pm Poligono Industrial Playa Honda Carretera Arrecife - Yaiza Email: santanadelpino@hotmail.es

680 338 547 928 820 687 659 253 013 L-V.A.

649 817 197 JOSIE COULCHER

L-R.N. (03.15)

PIC-V.A.

FOR ALL YOUR POOL & SPA NEEDS

59,000 miles. 1 owner from new. Taxed, MOT, 4 new tyres, service history, tow bar, 5 door. 2,500€ L-05.15

928 518 980 THE DULUX SHOP

2004 BRITISH PLATES LANDROVER FREELANDER HSE

646 785 884 POOL COVERS

simonclaxton92@gmail.com B-R.N.

Cars CANON EOS 70D + 18-55 STM

LANZAROTE FREEMASONS

Are you a freemason or ever thought of being one? Please contact

L-03.15

B-R.N.

HEAVY DUTY, QUALITY COIN METERS

Personal

CARS FOR SALE

Phone:

PALM TREES 5 years. 1.20m. 12€.

Classifieds

By handling all your Spanish Dilemmas! *Residencia *NIE’s *Electric/Water *Social Security *Registrations at Town Halls And much more British/Spanish speaking with 15 years experience

+34 628 015 322

info@spanishpaperwork.com www.spanishpaperwork.com L-R.N. (03.15)

Sit. Vacant TRAINEE OR EXPERIENCED person needed for aluminium window company. Call Mick:

679 268 700 L-V.A.

SPECIAL OFFER: Extensions Gel or acrylic 25€.

Ring Dorothy

660 188 128

All prices plus 5€ travel for Costa Teguise/Playa Blanca L-.05.15

HATHA YOGA CLASSES Also pregnancy class. In Macher Telephone:

928 512 773 L-R.N.

“feline physique” A brand new class developed by “Katy Diablo Grant” Strength and conditioning coach and qualified medical nutritionist Are you willing to train hard to get the desired results?? Then this class is for you! Define your body, Increase your core and overall strength. Monday - Friday 9-10AM BST GYM 37 Calle Cesar Manrique San Bartolome Next to Geejay Estates Call:

928 523 010 L-V.A.

STOP SMOKING One session needed. Jim Loughrill MIAPH Dhp Clinical Hypnotherapist Smoking Cessation Specialist Free initial consultation Telephone:

+34 676 453 135 (Tias) stopeasily.com PIC-06.15

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Classifieds YOGA CLASSES

657 170 844 L-R.N.

YOUR HOME AND BUSINESS PROTECTED

in an efficient and economic way. No connection fee. No maintenance payments 24 Hrs connection & control via mobile. WiFi Sat (Residents, Villas & Complexes)

686 375 523 928 817 163

Sensory Tantric Massage incl (body2body, Lingam + Prostate massage) is: relaxing, charming, tender. (NO extra services!)

TOTAL DEVELOPMENTS

**NEW**Dark Tantra

smt solutions

646 583 371

Property maintenance, electrical plumbing building and all general property maintenance needs.

By appointment only

Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm PIC-06.15

Physiotherapy Centre

Professional cleaning services Telephone:

628 354 887 L- J.F

Call Steven

673 024 772 L- 05.15

Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation, Exercise programmes, Stretching, Acupuncture. Massages: Deep tissue + triggerpoints, Relaxing, Aromatherapy, Lymphatic Drainage. Half hour 20€ Full hour 40€ Gift vouchers available For appointment call

Express repair service. Total guarantee

630 059 433 P-V.A. (04.15)

PIC-N.K.

& zips replaced

Call Peter:

636 611 408 PIC-05.15

Tel Sue

609 917 068 L- 07.15

QUALIFIED PAINTER & DECORATOR Playa Blanca All aspects covered. Fully qualified NVQ level 1, 2, 3 painter and decorator Lee Womersley Fully781 qualified,bilingual staff 655 735 collaborating with other

leewomersley@yahoo.co.uk professional bodies. L- 06.15

uk tv lanzarote BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Channel 5, cbeebies and many more. Direct to your television via your router and our set top box. www.aguaclara.eu

661 041 155 L- 05.15

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928 513 867

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PROFESSIONAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

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928 822 057

MVP Playa Blanca’s most recommended property managers - for the highest standard of villa pool & guest care.

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to getC/ ridReina of your tax and Sofia 68 paperwork Puerto headaches del Carmen for residentsTias & non-residents. 35510 A professional from Tel: 928 513service 300 / 11 a simple to Fax:NIF 928application 513 748 settingPLAYA up a company BLANCA with (by appointment only) tax declarations. Telephone: Office hours: Mon - Fri : 9.00 - 14.30

928 513 311 928 513 300

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Telephone:

669 986 259 PIC-06.15

steam cleaning of carpets, upholstery, mattresses. Over 20 years on the island, 34 years in the business. Telephone Deet:

928 806 295 606 237 296 L- 04.15

PLUMB CRAZY PLUMBER & POOL ENGINEER

Over 30 yrs experience in * Domestic plumbing PIC-R.N. * Bathrooms conversions * Kitchen fitting in and out * Tiling decorating services Call Angela on: * Small building works Professional, reliable 928 518 980 * Painting angela@mvplanzarote.com affordable for a competitive * Pool & Spa maintenance. LR.N free quote. Reliable service. Call Sean: No call out too small. Installers of UPVC windows, doors, conservatories, atrium roofs, patio & Mob:

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French doors. Complete with toughened DG units. All colours available.

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who manages your property? Professional property management services by Spectra. info@spectra247.com Telephone for quotation:

928 944 789 PIC-V.A

internet tv

Phone us:

677 428 919

No monthly charges PIC-V.A. (07.15)

WINDOW & CONSERVATORY SPECIALISTS

the complete glazing service UPVC, Aluminium & wood frames catered for. Broken glass replaced. Frames repaired or renewed. Locks and handles replaced. 24 Hr Glazing / Boarding service.

BBC 1/2, ITV, CH4, CH5, etc RTE 1/2, TV3, TG4, plus Catchup. LOW cost package. Monthly payments. Also add on Sports package. Over 16 Telephone: ant 518 663 years experience on/island onsult928 C ax T l ca m PIC-R.N. sesoria Fis o ATelephone: .c g in lt .ebfconsu ww259 650 w 475

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669 663 602 928 520 640 PIC-03.15

xbmc lanzarote Free UK and Worldwide TV (Everything) NO SUBSCRIPTIONS EVER AGAIN. TV Boxes priced from 125€. Internet connection 2mb + needed. Deal includes brief tutorial and idiots guide. Call Mark:

679 321 823 or pop in shop (CT) for a demo L-05.15

insurance

Best prices ever for your car, house, health & commercial insurance. No claims bonus respected.

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General 403 plumbing services 669 399

P-N.K.

B-V.A Tel/Fax: 928 822 694

Domestic hot water solar installation

Sean 669 399 403 Español 626 271 461 s.w.poolsandsolar@hotmail.com www.swpoolsandsolar.com

928 834 103

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to balance? Visit our showroom for free computerised pool & spa water analysis.

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Telephone:

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Locks opened, windows & doors repaired. + property maintenance.

B-05.15

Email: phonedoctor@gmx.com

Trousers and curtains shortened

LOCKSMITH UK REGISTERED

636 611 408

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General Services

Call Peter:

For free quotation call:

centralitascanarias@gmail.com PIC-J.F.

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PROPERTY SOLUTIONS *Cleaning service *Pool & Garden Maintenance *Community Administration *Translation service *Professional 24 hr call out Locksmith services *Furniture removals

cife

Ana Garmendia:

corgi gas/plumber

UK qualified. All works undertaken Heaters and pumps repaired. + property maintenance.

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Puerto del Carmen: Mondays and Wednesdays 7am to 8.30am Tuesdays and Thursdays 7pm to 8.30pm Playa Blanca: Mondays and Wednesdays 6pm to 7.30pm

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Tel: 928 5151 515 - Email: classified@gazettelive.com Classified Dept open 9am to 2pm - Classifieds from 0.70€

ELECTRICIAN UK QUALIFIED

upholstery cleaning

OJ REMOVALS

electrician

Man with Van. Collections - Deliveries - Removals Tip Runs. House clearances. From 25€.

English-born Spanish qualified No job too small. Fault finding, extra sockets to full rewire. Bulletins. Free quotations

professional cleaning NICEIC + 17th Edition services using injection/ Installation & repairs, heaters extraction machine & pumps repaired. No job Installers of UPVC windows, doors, conservatories, atrium roofs, patio & perfect for upholstery, too toughened small. DG units. All colours available.Telephone: French doors. Complete with sofas, rugs, car interiors, bar 669 986 259 Call Peter: TEL/FAX: 928 518 663 stools, etc. L- 06.15 636 611 408 Call Crystal Clear on:

628 835 174

PIC-05.15

WINDOW & CONSERVATORY SPECIALISTS

L- 04.15

CURTAINS & SOFT FURNISHINGS Professionally made to measure.

Door opening. Lock replacement and repair. UK security products available.

Tel Sue:

609 917 068 L- 07.15

Call Brian:

928 845 886 620 896 185

PIC-J.F.

HaNDY TANDY Tiling, interior & exterior, painting, joinery work, flat packs assembled. Property maintenance. Any odd jobs large or small. Call Richard

638 734 491 L- 07.15

pest control

Offers professional services from residential and commercial pest control. All work is guaranteed Call Alex on

689 085 508 www.alexcontrol.com B-03.15

ex-pat insurance Expatriate insurance underwritten by Lloyds in London IBEX the largest expatriate insurance provider. 24hrs/365 days emergency claims assistance. Tel/Fax:

928 833 581

WE SUPPLY AND FIT SOLAR polycarbonate to your existing pergola. No painting or refelting ever again. No maintenance required and comes with a 10 year guarantee. Telephone for quotation:

928 518 663 PIC-R.N.

Lanzarote Drain Services blocked?

Toilets, baths/showers, sinks, drains, etc. Unblocked Fast Call Nobby:

628 104 752 PIC-02.15

washing machine Cookers, M/Waves. Water heater repairs. Qualified engineer. All work guaranteed. Call Alan on:

699 708 238

L- 06.15

L-N.K.

The multi repair and engraving centre

in Tias. Shoe repairs, keycutting, engraving, watch repairs, clothing repairs & alterations. Computer repairs, knife sharpening, engraveable gifts & signs, passport photos. Pick up/drop off points for shoe repairs: Playa Blanca - Popeyes Sports Bar Costa Teguise - Brown Deli PDC - Raffles Bar PDC Old Town - Kazbar www.geppettolanzarote.com

676 670 786 geppettolanzarote@gmail.com PIC-R.N.

RELIABLE PROFESSIONAL PAINTER/DECORATOR City & guids qualified with 30 years experience. Also available for maintenance jobs etc. References can be supplied. Prompt and reasonable. Contact me for free quote Keith:

WINDOW & CONSERVATORY SPECIALISTS

BEST POSSIBLE PRICES FOR SKY!

Call is for all your satellite needs. Installations. HD Boxes, Freeview cards, Internet systems. We offer a quick, reliable, guaranteed service.

928 845 522 679 316 036

628 272 993 928 836 868

Email: kdpropertyservices@yahoo.co.uk L- 04.15

FOR ALL YOUR SWIMMING POOL NEEDS INCL CHEMICALS

928 833 338 PIC-V.A

PIC-V.A.

615 179 233 L- 04.15

PLUMBER UK QUALIFIED

928 518 980

info@mvplanzarote.com PIC-R.N.

PROPERTY AND VILLA MANAGEMENT Looking for a change do you need more bookings we offer a full maintenance and client care service tailored to your needs. We are currently looking for 1 or 2 3/4 bed villas to help satisfy our current booking needs. You can be featured on our web site and promoted through our other business with access to a large data base of customers and tourists. Living in the UK with property here? We offer and maintenance service tailored to your needs ensuring the property is ready for you whenever you need it.

All plumbing works Heaters & pumps repaired + property maintenance. No job too small Call Peter:

636 611 408 PIC-05.15

TEGUISE BROKER General insurances Call Emily & Gabriella

928 590 623 619 641 164

Email: teguisebroker@gmail.com www.teguisebroker.com PIC-06.15

Building Allied Trades NS CARPENTRY JOINERY A professional and reliable service for ALL your carpentry needs.

www.nscarpentryjoinery.com Tel: 680 882 863 nscarpentry@aol.com L- 05.15

CAR INSURANCE ENGLISH • CARS FOR SALE • CARS FOR RENT OWNED

for 20 years. Repair service, ITV for all makes, used cars Pa bought & sold, vehicle y on men Ins t P ura lan transfers & imports, car nc storage, prompte & efficient We now offer a pick-up & return for service. servicing & ITV in Costa Teguise

• Cars from economy to air con comfort, 7 seater people carriers at very competitive prices • Free delivery & collection Puerto del Carmen & Airport • Rates include full insurance & passenger liability • Discount for regular clients • Cheap long lets & contract hire from €325 per month • Repair • Service • Hassle free ITV service for all makes including 4x4 • Vehicle transfers • Used cars bought & sold • Car storage plus VALETING Bronze, Silver & Gold • Prompt & efﬁcient service • Vehicle Imports

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Best prices for domestic and commercial premises. Fully experienced. Quick, clean Tel/Fax: Special over 50s policy and reliable. References X-PAT Insurance 928 833 581 available. For a free quote • Expatriate insurance underwritten by Lloyds of London Phone:

680 317 766 L- 04.15

PIC-N.K

• IBEX the largest expatriate insurance provider throughout Iberia • Up to 60% no claims discount offered on EuroMotor policies • 24hrs/365 day emergency claims assistance on all Eurohome policies • English speaking claims service & all documentation written in English

still available from C&K Haulage Service. Order placed via email at info@ckhaulage.com Brand names you can trust! PIC-V.A

928 072 029

Sean

English owned & staffed AND STAFFED piscinasdirect@hotmail.com for 20 years

928 524 190

Telephone:

roofing systems The Rooflex system from MP will go on any roof surface, even pergolas and comes with a 12 year guarantee! Also great for roof terraces and balconies!

Piscinas Direct are the elite team in pool lining and Aljibe lining, all our lining comes with a 10 Telephone: year guarrante. We can 0034 606 884 132 also offer you a choice of www.cristalvillas.com three different types of info@cristalvillas.com cover material for your L- R.N pool, including the most sought after bubble weave 600 micro. Installers of THE FIRST Automatic pool covers and BRITISH GARAGE Enclosures, Heat pumps IN LANZAROTE and solar systems

Enquiries:

Pool covers, sun blinds & windbreaks Specialists. Over ten years experience. Superb materials and prices.

Classifieds

uk.autos@dragonet.es www. uk-autos.com Calle El Matorral, no 8 (off calle Luchada) Tías

BE AWARETel./Fax 928 833 581 When transporting Tel. 928 833 736 personal possessions choose a company that is correctly licensed and insured to ensure your goods will arrive and not be impounded. We can offer you both the security and peace of mind from a long established legal company, plus a guarantee of the safe delivery of your possessions. Contact C & K Haulage Services. A Professional Haulage Company.

+34 928 513 867 +34 620 248 481 PIC-V.A

powder coated aluminium windows, doors, pergolas, shutters and mosquito nets. Fast - Efficient & Reliable Service. Email: theallyshop@gmx.com Telephone:

928 524 597 Fax:

928 833 378 Mobile:

679 568 700 PIC-V.A

aluminium design & building services

0034 928 524 190

Design to your specification at affordable prices; doors, windows, pergolas, conservatories, etc. Free planning & advice service. 25 years experience of renovating property in Lanzarote.

L- V.A

Tel: 679 955 950 aluminiumdesignlanzarote.com B-05.15

Telephone: Telephone:

WE MANUFACTURE, SUPPLY & INSTALL

The cheapest option is not always the best option.

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Classifieds B.E WELDING Is your home secure? *Customized window grills *Security door grills *Iron gates & railings *All made to your design

639 916 557

www.bewslanzarote.com L- J.F

PREMISES

* 60 sqm commercial local opposite Fariones Aparthotel * 60 sqm commercial office in Arrecife. Locate opposite C.C. Arrecife. With garage and underground storage room.

puerto del carmen

Bungalow opposite San Antonio Hotel with seaview 72 sqm, 2 bedrooms, full kitchen, car driveway, community pools, community garden. Telephone:

607 528 977

Home & Garden palm trees trimmed

Tall & Small. Garden waste cleared. Telephone:

679 955 950

L-R.N (03.15)

Holiday Let

L-R.N (03.15)

mosaic tiled bench + all other tiling. Call Billy:

606 419 334 928 524 406 PIC-04.15

PLUMBING PROJECT? Bathrooms, Solar water heating, electric, water heater, swimming pool plumbing, Storage tanks, Aljibe, Air-conditioning, New Pump

630 738 202 L- J.F

To Let costa teguise

Seafront villa. 4 bedrooms. Heated pool.

699 616 266 659 624 020 L- 05.15

matagorda

1 & 2 bedroom bungalows. Parking and garden

699 616 266 659 624 020 L- 05.15

Property for Sale 3 bedroom duplex in la concha 2 bathrooms, separate fully fitted kitchen, lounge, separate dining room. Garden, terrace and parking. Fully furnished. Quiet area Close to C.C. Deiland. 2 mins from the beach. NOW 188,000€

esquinzo (jandia, fuerteventura)

Lovely apartment for sale. 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 62 sqm terrace, private parking. 500m from the sea. For more information Telephone:

606 446 550 L-S.A (04.15)

in a private area. 2 semi-detached houses: 120m2 each. 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, kitchen, living room, utility room, parking, terrace and garden. 1 detached house: 180m2. 4 bedrooms, 3 bath, living room kitchen, utility room, garden. All paperwork in order. For more info call Ramon:

619 814 087 L-V.A (03.15)

fully furnished

3 beds/2 baths, separate kitchen. Detached house with 3 terraces amongst mature garden in rural, quiet area near nature coast, sandy beach and textile free bathing. Information and viewings call:

+34 690 347 771 +34 928 173 715 L-V.A

MACHER

678 478 387

607 528 977

L- 05.15

L-R.N (03.15)

duplex in playa honda

Call: 928 823 906

Call Hazel on:

616 891 320

uga 3 houses under construction

Large lounge, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, separate kitchen. Fully furnished. Reduced to 144,000€

B-V.A.

Towels at unbeatable prices Hand Towel 4.00€ Bath Towel 8.00€ Bath Sheets 12.50€ Great Towels, Great Prices

PIC-V.A.

Beautiful property 361 mts Plot 18,200 sqm. 4 bedrooms 3 sitting rooms, full kitchen, BBQ and 450 mts patio area, Big garden with 20 palm trees, heated pool, 2 garages. Small studio apartment attached

639 242 370

QUALITY EGYPTIAN 100% COTTON

Telephone:

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flower power

Garden centre. Healthy plants, Professional advice in English, Picon, Soil Landscaping

928 510 562

Mon-Fri 10.00-18.30 Sat 10.00-13.30 PIC-V.A.

professional palm tree maintenance Certified with licence Nº 1803.

686 846 958 655 683 272

or visit my website

www.palmtreespecialist.com L- 05.15

Pets

Contact:

+34 722 166 903

affordable & flexible

Holiday Rentals for over 50s. A holiday home away from home in the sunny Playa Blanca at extremely reasonable prices. For more information contact the Sun Park Living’s Team at

CATS Secure accommodation provide to look after your cats while you are away. www.purrfectvacations.net Telephone:

928 520 781 PIC-05.15

For Hire

+34 620 172 318 +44(0)1614083360

928 512 773 L-R.N

looking for a holiday let?

Friends or family coming over? Visit “Casa Tiffany” at www.cristalvillas.com or contact us on

Tel Brian:

928 514 497 606 823 718 B-05.15

REMOVALS

Man with a very big van for removals of anything, any shape or size. Near or far. No job too small. Telephone:

928 823 045 628 474 534 L-06.15

Computing sick computer?

Call the doctor! Virus removal, repairs and upgrades. Systems built to order. Web design and hosting Phone:

internet tv

BBC 1/2, ITV, CH4, CH5, etc RTE 1/2, TV3, TG4, plus Catchup. LOW cost package. Monthly payments. Also add on Sports package. Over 16 years experience on island. Telephone:

650 475 259 928 520 806 L-R.N (03.15)

Call:

+34 928 513 867

Wanted

PIC-V.A

Self-contained, in delightful country house near Puerto Calero. Telephone:

Large van for removals, deliveries and collections. Any size of load

satman37@gmail.com

www.sunparkliving.com

HOLIDAY ACCOMODATION

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Web: compdoc.es L-04.15

Telephone:

L-N.K

689 693 728

696 473 446

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Tel Alan:

man with a van

For free advice and quotations call Estif & Raul, Mon - Fri on

Sheeting in more than 30 colours. Towels, kids bedding & accessories, Duvets, pillows mattress & pillow protectors, mattress toppers.

Collections and Deliveries Also large storage available.

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Telephone:

607 528 977

large van and driver

TOOLS WORKING OR NOT

Express door to door service, all customs formalities adhered to Contact Woodside Cargo on

928 869 036 Mob:

+34 666 504 625 Uk:

08445 988 327 Deutsch - Español:

all trades. Also household items. Cash paid. Tel Alan:

689 693 728 L-N.P (05.15)

we buy anything Household furniture, domestic appliances, gold & silver jewellery. Top prices for right articles.

Telephone:

+34 615 311 304 www.woodsidecargosl.com info@woodsidecargosl.com

Tel Alan:

info@cristalvillas.com L-R.N

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689 693 728

NEW RANGE OF PRODUCTS NOW AVAILABLE : UPVC WINDOWS AND DOORS PLEASE CONTACT US FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

FAST EFFICIENT & RELIABLE SERVICE

We manufacture, supply & install powder coated aluminium windows, doors, pergolas, shutters and mosquito nets Up to date machinery for manufacturing and construction of aluminium products

TWO COLOUR ALUMINIUM FRAMES

Roller shutters: Manual and electric

Interior & Exterior Factory produced powder coating

Mosquito Nets: Fixed - Roll down - Sliding

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Telephone Numbers

AIRPORT Iberia General Info.................... 901 111500 Aena General Info..................... 928 846000 Flight Information..................... 928 846001 First Choice.............................. 928 516930

May 2015 Monthly Tide Tip: Swim when tides are turning to avoid the strongest currents. Tide Tables for Arrecife, Lanzarote. Units are in metres. (Times may vary by a few minutes around the island)

Day

Hour Metres

H: 00:22 L: 06:36 H: 12:43 L: 18:51

2.3 0.5 2.4 0.5

H: 00:57 L: 07:09 H: 13:16 L: 19:25

2.5 0.4 2.5 0.4

H: 01:31 L: 07:41 H: 13:48 L: 19:58

2.5 0.4 2.6 0.3

H: 02:04 L: 08:13 H: 14:20 L: 20:32

2.6 0.3 2.6 0.3

H: 02:37 L: 08:45 H: 14:53 L: 21:07

2.6 0.3 2.6 0.3

H: 03:12 L: 09:20 H: 15:28 L: 21:44

2.5 0.4 2.6 0.3

H: 03:50 L: 09:57 H: 16:06 L: 22:24

2.5 0.4 2.6 0.4

H: 04:32 L: 10:39 H: 16:50 L: 23:12

2.4 0.6 2.5 0.5

H: 05:21 L: 11:27 H: 17:42

2.2 0.7 2.3

L: 00:08 H: 06:20 L: 12:28 H: 18:46

0.6 2.1 0.8 2.2

L: 01:17 H: 07:33 L: 13:43 H: 20:01

0.7 2.0 0.9 2.2

L: 02:35 H: 08:53 L: 15:04 H: 21:19

0.7 2.1 0.8 2.2

L: 03:50 H: 10:07 L: 16:17 H: 22:29

0.6 2.2 0.7 2.4

L: 04:54 H: 11:08 L: 17:18 H: 23:29

0.5 2.4 0.5 2.5

L: 05:48 H: 12:01 L: 18:12

0.3 2.6 0.3

H: 00:20 L: 06:36 H: 12:48 L: 19:00

2.7 0.2 2.7 0.2

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Day

Hour Metres

H: 01:08 L: 07:21 H: 13:31 L: 19:45

2.8 0.1 2.8 0.1

H: 01:53 L: 08:03 H: 14:13 L: 20:28

2.8 0.1 2.9 0.1

H: 02:35 L: 08:44 H: 14:54 L: 21:11

2.7 0.2 2.8 0.2

H: 03:17 L: 09:24 H: 15:34 L: 21:53

2.6 0.3 2.7 0.3

H: 03:59 L: 10:04 H: 16:15 L: 22:36

2.5 0.4 2.6 0.4

H: 04:43 L: 10:46 H: 16:58 L: 23:22

2.3 0.6 2.4 0.6

H: 05:29 L: 11:32 H: 17:46

2.1 0.8 2.2

L: 00:13 H: 06:22 L: 12:24 H: 18:40

0.8 2.0 1.0 2.1

L: 01:12 H: 07:24 L: 13:28 H: 19:45

0.9 1.9 1.1 2.0

L: 02:19 H: 08:34 L: 14:40 H: 20:55

1.0 1.8 1.1 2.0

L: 03:26 H: 09:42 L: 15:49 H: 22:00

0.9 1.9 1.0 2.0

L: 04:25 H: 10:39 L: 16:47 H: 22:55

0.9 2.0 0.9 2.1

L: 05:14 H: 11:25 L: 17:35 H: 23:41

0.8 2.1 0.8 2.2

L: 05:56 H: 12:06 L: 18:17

0.6 2.3 0.6

H: 00:23 L: 06:34 H: 12:44 L: 18:56

2.3 0.5 2.4 0.5

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AYUNTAMIENTOS Arrecife..................................... 928 812750 Haria......................................... 928 835251 San Bartolome.......................... 928 520657 Teguise..................................... 928 845001 Tias........................................... 928 833619 Tinajo........................................ 928 840021 Yaiza......................................... 928 836220 BRITISH SCHOOLS British School of Lanzarote...... 928 810085 Colegio Europeo Daos............. 928 515818 Colegio Hispano Británico........ 928 173066 Colegio Arenas......................... 928 590835 Queen’s School (Playa Blanca) ................................................. 928 518899 CHEMIST Puerto del Carmen (Aquarium) ................................................. 928 513207 Puerto del Carmen (Fariones)... 928 515588 Playa Blanca............................. 928 518942 Costa Teguise (CC Jablillo)....... 928 826628 Costa Teguise (Av Islas Canarias).................... 928 590423 CHURCHES Anglican Chaplain ................................................. 928 514241 Family Church Pastor Chris Herman .. ................................................. 618 186755 Christian Worship Centre, Playa Blanca, Pastor Victor Hardwick........................ 620 309684 Sunday Worship Rev Adrian Hallet ................................................. 928 346465 Norwegian Church Abroad....... 928 515656 Pastor Knut Kaldestad............. 616 407693 CONSULATES Britain....................................... 928 262508 Ireland....................................... 922 245671 Germany................................... 928 491880

MEDICAL SERVICES British Surgery Lanzarote......... 928 514274 OR FREEPHONE...................... 900 811555 Hospital Arrecife....................... 928 595000 Alcoholics Anonymous............. 928 515107 Dr. Mager Clinic........................ 928 512611 Hospiten Lanzarote.................. 928 596100 POLICE Arrecife..................................... 928 811317 Haría......................................... 928 835252 San Bartolome.......................... 928 520712 Teguise..................................... 928 845252 Tias........................................... 928 834101 Yaiza......................................... 928 830107 POST OFFICES Costa Teguise............................928 827268 Playa Blanca............................. 928 518389 Puerto del Carmen................... 928 510381 SPORT ORGANIZATIONS Club La Santa Events Office.... 928 599999 TAXI RANKS Airport....................................... 928 520176 Arrecife..................................... 928 800806 Haría......................................... 620 315350 Teguise/Costa Teguise............. 928 806233 Puerto del Carmen/Tías........... 928 524220 San Bartolomé.......................... 928 520176 Tinajo........................................ 928 840049 Yaiza/Playa Blanca................... 928 524222 TELEPHONE (MOVISTAR) Faults................................................... 1002 Directory Enquiries........................... 11811 International Directories.................... 11825 THE GAZETTE Telephone................................. 928 511515 Fax............................................ 928 512461 TOURIST INFORMATION Arrecife..................................... 928 813174 Costa Teguise........................... 928 592542 Puerto del Carmen................... 928 513351 Playa Blanca............................. 928 518150

CREDIT CARDS - LOST OR STOLEN? 4B............................................. 902 114400 AMEX........................................ 902 375637 Visa International...................... 900 991124

TRANSPORT ITV Station (MOT)..................... 928 582555 Intercity Bus............................. 928 811522

EMERGENCY SERVICES Police, Fire, Ambulances.......................112 Spanish Emergency Services................061 Red Cross (Ambulance)............ 928 812222 Lanzarote Cabildo.................... 928 810100

UTILITIES Unelco (Electricity).................... 800 760909 Unelco Emergencies................ 900 855885 Canal Gestión (Water)............... 928 814400 Iberdrola................................... 900 225235

FERRIES Naviera Armas.......................... 902 220225 Fred Olsen................................ 928 517266 Líneas Romero......................... 928 842055

VETS Jane Burke............................... 928 513895 .............................................or 649 910784 Pet Veterinary Surgery.............. 928 346207

May 2015

By Clairvoyant Patrick Keaton

Gemini

21 May to 20 June

Plan your budget well before you go on a spending spree. Don’t donate or give too much to someone asking for a handout. Don’t believe every sob story you hear. Instead, put your money into self-improvement, your career or your home. In love, it´s time to go for what you want. Scratch that itch.

Aries 21 March to 19 April Crank up the volume and make your move. Now is not the time to be a wallflower or a shrinking violet. Leap at any opportunity to secure your position, sign a contract or improve your standard of living, remembering at all times to stay within your budget.

Taurus 20 April to 20 May Avoid a family debate that has the potential to turn into a blazing argument. However, disputes are on the cards this month and you´ll need to be willing to compromise. Try not to overreact to provocation – cool and reasonable will win the day and, to your surprise, someone´s heart.

Cancer 21 June to 22 July Take the initiative and make a commitment to follow through with a plan. Look into joining an organization or association that you can offer your time and experience to. Both sides will benefit. Getting out there and involved will lead to a valuable new friendship.

Leo 23 July to 22 August Take control, come up with a plan and follow through. Don’t be deterred by someone us-

ing emotional blackmail. Focus on what you want to accomplish and don’t look back. You’ve got what it takes to be successful, but you need to get it out there where everyone can see it.

Virgo 23 August to 22 September You can have a bit of fun this month and still meet your objectives at work and home. Self-improvement projects will pay off and you´ll draw inspiration from someone special. Gather information and use your charm to get others to do things for you.

Libra 23 September to 22 October Keep your personal financial matters close to your chest this month. An unusual investment may grab your attention, but will turn out best if you move forward in small and precise steps. Get out and about in the open air this month to feed your body and your soul.

Scorpio 23 October to 21 November Stay calm and measured this month, Scorpio. Use your intuition, intelligence and creative drive to help you get where you want to go. Love is on the rise, and discussing your intentions and plans for the future will add to the intrigue and improve your personal life.

Sagittarius 22 November to 21 December Focus on home, family and friends. Taking time to get to know someone a bit better will enrich your own life. You don’t have to spend money to impress someone. Don’t give in to someone offering something that is too good to be true.

Capricorn 22 December to 19 January Don’t follow the herd and make an impulsive move or decision. Make sure to take a quiet moment to mull over the past, present and future before embarking on a fast-cash scheme. Put home and family first at all times.

Aquarius 20 January to 18 February Push for progress in work-related matters. Look for job opportunities, set up meetings and send out your CV. There is plenty to gain if you stay on top of your professional situation. Promotion and advancement is on the cards, but you need to hunt it down.

Pisces 19 February to 20 March Don’t be fooled by a tempting offer someone makes. You won’t be given all the information you require to make a wise choice. Focus more on yourself and improving what you have to offer. Romance will make your personal life intriguing and exciting.

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Rosmen

Lanzarote People n As well as coach Adolfo Pérez, many would put a lot of this success down to you. It´s clear you´re hugely respected by your teammates and your scoring record shows you lead by example. I´ve got 20 years of experience to share, but it´s been a team effort. I´m just happy to be part of it.

n Do you have a day job? Yes. I work as a sports educator in a young people´s centre.

n I’m sure a few of our female readers would like to know, are you single? (Laughs) I´m in a steady relationship with my girlfriend. She works in Playa Blanca and we love to get out to the beaches of Papagayo together.

U.D.Lanzarote’s 34-year old captain is having a hell of a season. He’s one of the top scorers in the league and his inspirational leadership has already secured a play-off place for the young, promising side. Shaun Addison spoke to him at Arrecife’s Polideportivo recently. n Is Rosmen a first name or a surname? It´s a Guanche first name, but I don´t think there´s more than a couple of us on Lanzarote. My surname is Quevedo.

n Could you tell us a bit about your career? I started as a child with Maritima in Arrecife, and went to Tenerife aged 15, where I played for the second XI. I did stints at Las Palmas B and other teams in Gran Canaria and Tenerife before returning to Lanzarote five years ago.

did well in La Liga before returning to the Canaries.

n Many people talk of a Canarian footballing style. Do you think it exists? I think we´re trained to be calm when we’re in possession. We like to take our time and enjoy the ball – you can see this in great players such as David Silva and Pedro.

n And do you have a footballing hero? n What’s been your most memorable game? That would have to be the time we won promotion with Maritima for the second time and my goal was the decider.

n Have you shared the dressing room with any great players? Pier Luigi Cherubino at Tenerife was a great player, who

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It has to be Zidane, for his elegance and presence.

n This year Lanzarote have beaten all expectations. Are you surprised? It´s a dream come true. At the start of a season no one would have thought we could have reached the playoffs – we only wanted to survive. But there´s been a good dynamic and we´ve got some really keen, promising youngsters.

n Do you have a message for the ex-pats and tourists who turn up to support the Reds? I´d just like to say how grateful and surprised we are by the unconditional support we get from them. They´re real fans, totally committed.

Best of luck for the play-offs, Rosmen.

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