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END OF AN ERA
One of Spain’s longestrunning English weekly newspapers, the Round Town News, has ceased to be published, after being bought less than two years ago by the Euro Weekly publishers Michel and Steven Euesden. This week’s shock closure came with a website announcement from Steven Euesden and a photo of him holding a glass of champagne stating that “advertisers and readers have told us that they want the Euro Weekly News”, and “consequently the EWN Media Group has decided to put their resources into that
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publication.” The Round Town News, better known to most people as the RTN, was established by Geoff Gartland in the late nineties and was an innovative paper with popular columnists, as well eye-catching designs and an extensive use of colour, which was ahead of the pack. The RTN was also never afraid to dig to find the truth behind stories thanks to the staff who had a track record in journalism, including the muchmissed Louise Clarke. The paper was bought by the
Euro Weekly Group in February 2017, who at the time described the RTN as a “respected voice which reaches the very heart of the community” and “a highly trusted name in Spain”. Geoff Gartland’s son, Danny Wilkinson, who used to be the RTN’s managing and production director said:- This is very sad for everybody connected to the original RTN. Unfortunately, the new version of the RTN was never going to be the same as the original”. An employee at the RTN revealed: “We’re not printing it any more. I only found out yesterday. It comes after we lost
a large number of clients over the Christmas period. It’s very sad that a newspaper that has been going so long has come to this end.” Meanwhile, a client, who has used the RTN for a year, said: “It is incredibly sad that it has been allowed to collapse in this way. It was once a very popular paper, with a loyal following, but that has changed massively over the last couple of years.” In early 2017, the EWN also bought the Sol Times, which after a few months ceased publication in the Costa Blanca, and it’s closure in the south of Spain came in parallel with the RTN announcement.
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The Importance of making sure your finances are tax efficient – Part 1 – Over the forthcoming weeks I am going to illustrate the importance of making sure your finances are best positioned for tax here in Spain and highlight the real benefits of holding investments in a Spanish Compliant product. In this article I am going to compare the Spanish income tax position, for a Spanish tax resident, between a tax compliant policy and a non-compliant policy So what is a Spanish Compliant Policy? Well firstly, don’t be confused by it being titled ‘Spanish’, it is sometimes presumed that this means the investments are held in Spain, or have an investment focus on Spain. This is not the case, A Spanish Compliant Bond is a tax compliant policy which has to meet a number of technical conditions. For example the funds available for selection must be EU UCITS fund. A UCITS fund is a collective investment schemes established and authorised under a harmonised EU legal framework, allowing investors to access cross border investments, which all have to fall under the UCITS product rules. In addition, a Spanish Compliant policy provider must appoint a fiscal representative in Spain with responsibility for reporting on and the payment of personal income tax on savings income as I will explain later in the article. One of the main benefits of investing in a tax compliant policy is that the growth in the policy is not taxable until the policy is surrendered or when a withdrawal takes place, even if you make changes to the investments.So it is not until money is taken from the policy and a gain is realised that the
policyholder will incur a liability to income tax. The process is then simplified further with basic tax calculated and sent to the Hacienda on behalf of the client. The income tax authorities in Spain have specifically exempted owners of compliant policies from disclosing the policy on their Modelo 720 declaration of overseas assets, another great feature of the policy. So how does this compare to a noncompliant policy? Well to start with, the non compliantpolicy does not provide the same tax deferral benefits, instead the policyholder must declare the annual growth in their policy and pay income tax at the respective rate, even if there have been no withdrawals from the policy. Non-compliantpolicies must be also be disclosed on the Modelo 720. The taxation of savings income in Spain Savings income is currently taxable at the rates shown below. A Spanish Compliant policy will deduct 19% tax from the total gain which the fiscal representative will then pay to the tax authorities. If the policyholder receives savings income in excess of €6,000 in the tax year, they must pay the additional tax due, 2% on savings income up to €50,000 and a further 2% on the savings income over €50,000.
Comparing the tax position of the two policy types The following example compares the position between a non-compliant policy and a tax compliant policy for the tax years 2016, 2017 and 2018. It is presumed the investor has no other savings income taxable in Spain. The non-compliant policy €150,000 was invested into a noncompliant policy and the investor has no other savings income. The policyholder must declare each year the growth as savings income and pay tax on the total amount.
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This clearly illustrates that on the same investment over a three year period, if you were to withdraw the growth year on year, the investments held within the non compliant policy, would have a tax liability of €6,670 over this 3 year period, however on the tax compliant version, the tax liability would only be €842, this is a difference in tax payable of €5,828! There are many other benefits of these bonds, including online access, ability to switch funds, detailed valuations and the option to have your investment managed by a local adviser, such as Chorus Financial.
If you would like any further information or if you would like for your current investments to be reviewed to see if they are tax efficient, please The tax compliant policy €150,000 was invested into a compliant give me a call on 693 107 044 or email policy. Until such time as withdrawals are t.storer@chorusfinancial.es
taken or the policy is surrendered, no tax is payable on the growth in the policy. However, Chorus Financial are not tax advisers; if the policyholder was to withdraw the growth the information provided is correct at each year the tax payable would be as follows.
the time of writing and based on our understanding of current tax legislation and practice in Spain. You should consult a qualified tax expert if you require information on your current tax situation and any tax implications.
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Pensions fraud Bathroom killer convicted uncovered by Matthew Richards
A gang of fraudsters have been arrested in cities across Spain, including Alicante, accused of posing as pensioners to defraud the state. The 6 million Euro scam is believed to have involved up to 50 people, nine who have been detained and charged with falsification of official documentation, fraud and theft. In one instance 129,000 Euros had been claimed by
someone posing as a pensioner they were related to who had died several years previously. The fraud is believed to have been widespread with suspects being found in 17 provinces including Alicante and Murcia. Officials including bank employees may also have been involved in the far reaching scheme.
Photo: Suspected killer found guilty this week.
A jury in Gandia this week found a man guilty of the murder of his partner, a retired Guardia Civil officer. The court heard how Jose Luis SG trapped Dolores Correa,47, in a bathroom at her home in Gandia and strangled her. Evidence against him included the fact that he fled to Madrid shortly after the killing despite knowing the authorities wanted to question him. He had also threatened to kill Ms
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Correa her on previous occasions while items from her home had been sold to a second hand shop after her death. The defendant said that he had found his partner’s body in the bathroom and panicked, fleeing the area. The jury didn’t believe this defence and he now faces up to 23 years in jail.
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Sleeping Lion claims British victim by Simon Russell
Photo: Rescue team on the The Ponoig
Photo: The Ponoig , known locally as the Sleeping Lion
THE identity of a 35-year-old British man who died while abseiling on a mountain in Alicante province has not yet been revealed by the authorities. The victim was abseiling on Polop’s Mount Ponoig on Tuesday afternoon when
he fell about 25 meters, dying instantly. He was roped to a 33 year old female, also believed to be a Briton. She was treated at the scene and taken to La Vila Hospital with unknown injuries. Early reports are that the woman fell first and
pulled down her climbing partner who was higher up the mountain. The two were staying at a nearby camp-site and ascended the Ferrata del Monte from there. The Ponoig is known locally as the Sleeping Lion due to its shape, is a popular
spot for climbers and hikers. It has several peaks above 1,000 metres with its summit being at 1,181 metres; a specialist climbers travel guide states that the mountain has “very steep slopes and formidable rocks and walls”.
Sick attack on rescue cats
STAFF at a feline shelter by Matthew Richards in Sant Vicent del Raspeig have said they were sickened “kicked like footballs”. by the sight of nine dead The attack happened rescue cats that had been in a terrace where the cats
were housed and allowed to roam. It appears that the cat’s kennels were covered so they could not escape or hide. A veterinarian said the
dead cats had all been kicked in the sternum as had a tenth cat which survived but is badly injured. The case has been handed
to Seprona, the animal investigation unit of the Guardia Civil. A spokesman for the centre said it could be
a revenge attack from someone who the shelter had reported for animal abuse, which they have had to do on several occasions.
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EVICTION TRAGEDY
A PENSIONER killed herself by jumping from the fifth floor of her Madrid apartment on Monday as police tried to evict her. The 65-year-old woman did not answer the door to bailiffs or police officers and then leapt from the apartment window. Pablo Iglesias, leader of the far-left Podemos party, said the woman’s name was “Alicia” and said that thousands of families had been evicted this
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year. According to El Pais newspaper, the number of people being evicted from their homes rose six point one per cent in the second quarter of this year amid high rent rises. The paper said that more than three in five of some 10,500 evictions cases in that period were for unpaid rent.
Rescue boat all at sea THE captain of a Santa Pola fishing vessel which rescued 12 migrants has warned that conditions on the boat are quickly deteriorating. The “Nuestre Madre Loreto” picked the people up drifting in a small boat off the coast between Tunisia and Libya. However, skipper, Pascual Dura said that he does not have food or provisions for the dozen as well as his crew of 13. Libya is the closest land but
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he believes his vessel will not be allowed to disembark it’s new occupants there. Geographically his preferred choice is Malta or Italy, who have both consistently refused entry to migrants from the Mediterranean since electing right-wing governments. Spain would offer shelter to the immigrants and Valencia has confirmed this, but it is significantly further to sail to.
Photo: Pensioner fell five floors
MASSIVE PORN SWOOP
79 PEOPLE suspected of producing by Alex Trelinski and distributing child pornography on the Internet have been arrested by of the largest ever in Spain against child the National Police in a operation that pornography, but no further details were released about those arrested locally. started in 2016. In raids on 80 different properties across Spain, including addresses in the Valencia and Murcia regions, officers confiscated 45 laptops, 113 hard discs, 25 mobile phones, and more than 300 DVDs that contained “extremely graphic” pornographic material involving minors. Agents also found one hand gun, some smoke bombs, knives and drugs while raiding a property in Madrid. Police say that the operation is one
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Top doctor can’t find work
Photo: Marisa Gracia, former boss at FGV, arrives for a pre-trial court hearing.
Prison request for rail bosses
Photo: Alejandro Rivero being interviewed about his arduous job search. A young neurologist regarded as one of the best in his field is so desperate for work he is being forced to travel around Spain handing out CVs to prospective employers. Alejandro Rivero has won several awards for his work including the Bachelor’s Degree Award
by Simon Russell from the Royal Academy of Medicine. However as he explained to a Spanish news channel no-one it seems is hiring doctors, and specialists such as himself who are still completing aspects of their studies are finding it especially difficult.
Many of them are going private but others, like Alejandro, want to give something back to the general public that paid for much of their education. There has also been a doubling of the number of faculties of medicine, places that rarely take outside contractors.
THE Valencian Prosecutors Office has asked that if they are found guilty in an upcoming trial the senior management team at FGV at the time of the Valencian metro tragedy be jailed. In the 2006 accident, 43 people lost their lives after a train derailed between Jesus and Placa de Espanya stations. Marisa Gracia was the CEO of FGV, the train operating firm, at the time of the crash and the prosecutors say that her and seven of her directors from that time are criminally negligent.
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They allege there were serious deficiencies on the stretch of rail where the accident occurred and FGV were aware of these. They had also failed to implement speed control methods on the tracks despite advice from safety bodies to do so. Furthermore, there were deficiencies in the training of personnel which may well have led to the accident. When the train derailed it was travelling at 80 kmph, twice the recommended speed. Of the
43 people that died just under half came from the small town of Torrent which was the train’s destination. The body of one woman has never been identified or claimed. Families of victims have been asking why the case has taken 12 years to go to trial, despite continual accusations of negligence, including allowing a driver diagnosed with epilepsy to pilot the vehicle, something which should have barred him from his job. The driver was one of the people killed at the crash scene.
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Arrests in missing
mum case by Simon Russell
THERE are grave concerns for the fate of a missing Alicante woman after police arrested four men in connection with the case. As reported in last weeks Weekender 52 year old Nuria Ester Escalante went missing after travelling to Ibiza from her hometown of Sant Joan d’Alacant looking for winter work. After she failed to contact her children for two weeks and had not been seen by the person she was staying with her son reported her as missing. After the investigation got underway the Ibiza police said that they had reason to believe she had not gone missing of her own accord and started searching for places such as wells and ravines. The arrest on Tuesday is another twist, although few details are forthcoming. However, it has been disclosed that all four detainees are foreigners.
Photo: Guardia Civil officers making arrests in Ibiza.
Last Nazi camp survivor dies
Photo: Paco Aura at the opening ceremony of the bridge named in his honour. THE last Valencian to have spent time in a Nazi death camp has died, just a month before his 100th birthday. Born in Alcoy, where he died on Tuesday, Paco Aura fled to France after the Spanish Civil War along with many Republicans. However,
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when France was defeated he found himself once again on the wrong side and ended up in the infamous Mauthausen death camp. He remained there for four years but may have avoided the death chambers
as he was a Spanish national. However, he only felt safe enough to return to his homeland in the 1950s. Four years ago a bridge in Alcoy was named after Paco, who spent much of his retirement educating people about the horrors of both the camps and fascism itself.
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Seven million and counting
VALENCIA’S Manises airport received it’s seven millionth passenger of the year this week, a record annual number with another month still to go. The landmark was hit on 28 November, exactly the same day in 2017 when the six
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million figure was reached. The summer season (which for airports is regarded as the last Sunday in March to the last weekend in October) was exceptional according to the management team. However
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three quarters agreeing it was a good thing. Despite the inconvenience for working parents, safety needed to be the overriding factor at a time when people were being advised to stay off the roads if at all
possible. Town Hall’s act on the advice of the emergency services and then generally contact parents through the likes of Facebook, Twitter or WhatsApp groups. Often the decision would not be made until an hour or so before the schools were due to open.
Renowned surgeon gives cyclist hope
DR Pedro Cavadas, the Valencian regarded by many as the best transplant surgeon in the world, has operated on the British survivor of a crash which killed three cyclists and badly injured two others last year. Scott Gordon has had several operations on his left leg but he was afraid he
would never be able to walk properly again. Dr Cavadas has performed microsurgery on the leg, using tissues and cartilage extracted from the femur. The doctor was confident about the procedure, saying it has a 99.9% chance of success. In the original accident in May last year, the group of
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Caixabank said it aimed to increase its return on tangible equity ratio (ROTE) to above 12 per cent by 2021 from nine point four per cent at the end of September, buoyed by a more profitable insurance and consumer lending business. Spanish banks are struggling to lift earnings from mortgage loans as interest rates hover at historic
lows and are battling over more profitable household lending. C a i x a b a n k ’ s announcement follows the pattern seen in recent years from all of Spain’s banks which has led to branch closures, especially in rural and small communities. The banks have used the spread of internet banking as a major factor in scaling down branches across the country.
Manises is also aiming at winter sun travellers, adding eleven new routes to their itinerary including Bristol and Vienna. Data for the year shows Valencia to be the fourth fastest growing airport across the whole of Europe.
Most agree with school closures SCHOOLS in the La Safor region, which includes Oliva and Gandia, lost several days of school due to the recent heavy rains and winds. Parent’s have been surveyed since to gauge their opinion on schools shutting due to extreme weather, with over
CAIXA CLOSURES
Caixabank plans to cut almost a fifth of its branches in Spain over the next three years in a drive to boost profitability. As part of its 2019-2021 strategic plan, Caixabank said this week that it expected to cut the number of branches by 821 to 3,640 by 2021. The bank, which employs around 32,600 people in Spain, said the plan would lead to job losses, but did not give any further details.
Photo: Passengers at Manises airport.
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six Javea club cyclists were struck by a young woman outside Oliva who later tested positive for drink and drugs. One rider was unharmed while Scott and Andres Contreras suffered severe injuries. Two others, including Andres’ father, died at the scene and a third a few days later.
Two in hospital after bike destroyed
A young woman is in hospital with what have been described as serious head injuries after a motorcycle was destroyed in a smash involving a car near Teulada. The crash occurred
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on the Benimarco road at about 1.30pm on Sunday and the woman, aged 22 and the pillion passenger, was transferred to Valencia’s La
Photo: The crash scene shortly after the accident.
Fe Hospital. The male driver of the bike suffered from a fractured leg. Early reports are that the car, which was also written off in the accident, was being driven by a British family.
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Fourteen years for child rapist
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PROSECUTORS have asked for 14 years and nine months in prison for a man accused of repeatedly raping his daughter. The girl, a minor throughout the times of the assault, lived with her father after her parents were divorced which is when the rapes started. She alleges that he continued with the abuse for over four years by threatening to kill her and harm other family members. The trial started in Alicante’s Provincial Court this week.
Argentina arrest for murder suspect
by Matthew Richards A joint operation between the Guardia Civil and Argentine authorities has led to the arrest of a 37-year-old man on suspicion of the murder of a woman in Valencia last September. The victim, Eva Bou also 37, was killed in a suspected gender violence attack in Borriol on 7 September. Her partner, who has a history of violence against women, fled to his home country of Argentina and was tracked down in the town of Posadas this week. After the killing the dead woman’s body had not been discovered for five days, giving the ex-soldier Photo: The detained murder suspect (centre) with Guardia officers. time to leave Spain.
Black Sunday on the roads THREE people were killed in separate incidents on the Valencian Community’s roads last Sunday, the region’s Traffic Management Centre has confirmed. A 65-year-
old man was killed when his motorcycle collided with the back of a van on the CV-440 near Utiel. A 62-year old was fatally injured after leaving his vehicle on the AP-7 motorway
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in Almoradi and being hit by a passing vehicle. In the third fatality, a pedestrian was struck by a car on the CV318 at El Puig de Santa Maria in the Valencian province.
Fit to stand trial by Simon Russell
A woman accused of murdering the foster child of her partner will soon be facing trial after a psychiatric examination concluded she was mentally competent. The eight-year-old boy, who was autistic, was asphyxiated in August last year. The accused, Alejandra GP aged 31, originally claimed she had been sexually assaulted by two strangers who killed the boy. However, her story soon started to unravel as there were no witnesses who saw men matching the description on the busy street in the town of Elda. She then changed her story, saying that the boy had choked on some ham but forensic experts now believe he was strangled with a shirt. The accused, who is deaf, was pregnant at the time of the assault and has since given birth.
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FIRE CREWS had to be called out after 20 people, mainly children, became trapped on a fairground ride in Elche last weekend. The flying saucer type attraction suffered a mechanical failure in the middle of the ride, leaving the occupants unhurt but dangling about 8 metres (26 feet) in the air. The ride broke down in the evening but the three fire teams were able to get everyone safely back to earth in about 45 minutes. No-one was reported as requiring medical attention.
Photo: The stricken ride and rescue equipment.
Dangerous places to work SPAIN continues to have one of the worst records in the European Union for safety in the workplace a new report shows. There have been a total of just under 400,000 accidents reported in 2018 so far, an increase of 3.6% in 2017. However, it is serious accidents and fatalities where Spain lags behind, with 2,629 incidents
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classed as serious while there were 327 deaths in the workplace. ASEPAL, the association which commissioned the reports and monitors workplace safety, said that many of the accidents could have been avoided if the appropriate personal protective equipment was
worn. They say that the government should also be doing more to help by promoting new policies and rule changes to protect workers. The figures show that the highest number of incidents was recorded in the manufacturing industry, followed by commerce and construction. However, the service sector had the most fatal accidents.
Help with energy poverty VALENCIA Town Council has opened their first office aimed at helping people who are having problems meeting the payments of their energy bills. It has been estimated that about a quarter of the city’s population is classed as being in “energy poverty”, people or families that struggle to pay the most basic of bills. The new office will be in place next year at Calle Jose Maria Haro in the Aiora area. Help covered includes
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queries about overcharging, advice on reducing energy use and information on financial aid available. Energy Councillor Berto Jaramillo said “the office will be a civil service for the city and an information space. Trained staff will have information and handouts on bills, renewable energies, subsidies and energy saving ideas for water, electric and gas usage”.
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CHRISTMAS CHEER Retro Christmas on the cards for kids
The Andante International Classical Choir Entrance will be free for both concerts with will be performing Christmas carols this Saturday, bucket collections for charities. December 1st at Los Montesinos Church, starting The programme will include traditional at 8.15pm, as well as Sunday, December 9th at English, Basque and German carols, with plenty Benijofar Church, beginning at 7.30pm. of chances for the audience to join in!
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RETAIL giant Amazon has published a list of what it predicts to be the Top 100 gifts that Spanish kids are requesting from the Three Kings and Santa this Christmas. Many of the most popular choices have an old school feel to them including Monopoly, Barbie dolls, Playmobil, Sylvanian Families, Twister, Cluedo a n d
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Trivial Pursuit. However, smartwatches and games consoles all figure as well, depending presumably on the depth of Santa’s pockets. The predicted number one gift is My Little Unicorn, a My Little Pony spin-off for younger kids. The Star Wars Millennium Falcon is second followed by Barbie Hospital and Nerf Guns while Playmobil Farm completes the top 5. Nostalgic parents will be pleased to see old favourite Monopoly at number six, the cleverly marketed new version where people voted online for the Spanish towns and cities to appear on the board.
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The clock is ticking and the Spanish tax man is awaiting the deadline Can you imagine the following scenario? You are driving your car along a Spanish oneway system. From out of nowhere, a Guardia Civil officer steps into the road, right arm up, left arm pointing at you to pull over… You love Spain, you bought a home in this country and pay taxes here. What can be wrong? Several minutes later you get a ticket (€1500) because you had not realised that your car insurance had expired. An innocent overlook, perhaps, but this reason will not be enoughto avoid the ticket. This is exactly what could happen if you missed the deadline to pay your non-resident tax. Please read through this articlethat we’ve written to help you understand how nonresident taxes work. What group are you in? You bought property in Spain andyou are withinone of the following three groups: Investor, to rent out (not having Spanish residency card) Holiday home owner (not having Spanish residency card) Permanent home owner (having Spanish residency card) If you’re within groups 1 and/or 2… keep reading please! Are you a Spanish fiscal resident? You are a Spanish fiscal resident if: You live more than 183 days per calendar year on Spanish territory (and had previously applied for a Spanish residency card).
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CHALLENGES A bid over the legality of the EU’s Brexit negotiations brought by a 97-year-old war veteran and 12 other emigrant Britons were rejected by the European court of justice in Luxembourg on Monday. Harry Shindler, who lives in Italy, and others who reside in various EU member states had argued that the referendum in 2016 was invalid because they and more than a million Britons living in the EU were deprived of a vote. French lawyers acting for the British claimants said the EU should not, therefore, have accepted the UK’s intention to withdraw and start negotiations which culminated in the deal being signed in Brussels on Sunday. But the Council of the European Union successfully opposed the application, arguing that the EU’s decision did not affect
Otherwise, you area fiscal non-resident. However, both non-resident and resident property owners in Spain are obliged to fileannual income tax returns, as the Spanish tax system operates through self-assessment. What is the Spanish tax year? The fiscal tax year in Spain begins on the 1st January and ends on the 31st December. Spanish fiscal non-resident annual tax returns are declared in arrears and hence the following year. How much tax will you have to pay? There are two main categories here: Non-residents in Spain from non-EU member states or non-EEA countries: are required to declare income earned in Spain at a general rate of 24%. Non-resident of an EU member state or EEA countrywith an effective exchange of tax
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the applicants’ legal situation but was merely “a preparatory act”. Only when article 50 was completed, formalising the UK’s departure, were the rights of the applicants liable to be affected, it maintained. The European courts however continue to be busy with Brexit matters, as judges in Luxembourg are considering an emergency legal challenge over whether the UK can unilaterally halt Brexit by reversing article 50, the clause that initiated the country’s departure from the EU. The European court of justice head a claim on Tuesday by a cross-party group of six Scottish MPs, MEPs and MSPs that argues politicians at Westminster can stop the process without needing the consent of the other 27 EU member states. The judges are expected to rule quickly given the time-sensitive nature of the issue.
information with Spain, you will be charged a Spanish income tax rate of 19%. In either category, the general rule for fiscal non-residents is that tax is based on their gross Spanish source of notional income (benefit of having an asset), net rental income and on capital gains arising from assets located in Spain. You area non-resident and property owner, what taxes should you pay? Before we dive into it, there is an important rule you should keep in mind. When property is owned by more than one person, each person will be an independent tax payer who will have to declare separate tax returns. The income tax amount will depend on the use of the property: A) Notional income tax on properties in private use Let’s say you were not the owner of the property during the whole year. In this case, you would only pay notional income tax that would apply to the period where you were the actual owner. This same formula would apply if you rent out property. Notional income tax is calculated according to the calendar year – 1st January to the 31st December. B) Income tax on property which is rented out
The rule here is: “non-resident property owners who rent out their property are obliged to declare the total amount received and are taxed over the net income”. Unlike notional income, this kind of tax is declared quarterly as follows: 1st-20th April (1st quarter) 1st-20th July (2nd quarter) 1st-20thOctober (3rd quarter) 1st-20th January (4th quarter) Have you got any questions on nonresident tax? If so, then please do let us know. The Spanish tax man will not forgive an “innocent overlook” on the deadline of your tax obligations, nor the Guardia Civil if you have not renewed your car insurance.Please let us know if you have got any questions.Please contact us at admin@sun-lawyers.com
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Business & Finance
Are you in a Tax Trap?
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If you are a UK Expat and are tax resident in Spain with investments in the UK, you may have found that getting a consistent answer as to how these will be treated for tax purposes in Spain and/or the UK is difficult to obtain! I am talking about the chargeable gains, growth, dividends and interest made on your investments either when they are sold, cashed in or kept in UK based investments. The existing double taxation treaty means you would usually pay tax in one country or the other but not both. However; the way Capital Gains (CGT) tax works and is calculated here in Spain is very different to that in the UK! The UK has a CGT allowance of
currently £11,700 per person in the 18/19 tax year, the UK tax year running from the 6th of April to the following 5th of April. Joint UK assets have an allowance per person and apply to each person’s share of the investment or holdings. Trusts have a lower UK allowance, however there is no such CGT allowance in Spain. If you have Unit Trusts, Shares or ISAs, then these will be potentially liable to an annual Spanish Savings tax. If an Investment or asset is sold, potentially UK and/or Spanish CGT is also payable. The Spanish tax year is January 1st to December 31st each year. Spanish Tax residents will also be potentially liable to Spanish CGT on the
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same asset although an allowance would be made for any tax already paid in the UK. No consideration will be given for the UK personal CGT allowance, so an additional sum of Spanish Tax may be due. To calculate any liability to Spanish CGT, Spanish Savings Tax and/or UK CGT a few calculations will need to be made. It is therefore crucial to take professional financial advice before any investments or assets are sold or cashed in, since it may be possible to reduce the liability. Therefore holding UK investments for a Spanish Tax resident can be a bit of a tax trap and a complex one to say the least! Spanish Compliant Investment Bonds are tax efficient investment vehicles and could be the answer to many of the tax
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Pets & Wildlife
Snipers to control parakeet population
ARC - PUPPIES & KITTIES NEEDING HOMES LUCIE
Considered an invasive species, the Spanish government have proposed plans to use snipers as a method of controlling the population of monk parakeets in Malaga, home to 30,000 of the birds. This is one of the largest populations in Spain. The exotic birds were introduced i n t o Europe as pets in the 1970s, they a r e now
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NO ADOPTIOIN FEE BUT A DONATION IS MUCH APPRECIATED. Also, many other dogs, puppies, cats & kittens needing homes. Food and donations also urgently needed and can be left at ARC’s charity shop on CarrerValencia 1, Jalon between 10 am & 1.00 pm Monday to Saturday. Contact Tel No Sally:- 625 985 689 or Jayne:- 649 310 285.Email jalonvalleyarc14@yahoo.co.uk. Facebook – Jalon Valley A.R.C. Based in Jalon. Charity Reg No CV-01-054107-A. CIF No G5482759
Knickers the GIANT cow
In western Australia a steer — a neutered male cow — has reportedly been saved from slaughter after being “too big to process” at the slaughterhouse. Knickers the cow
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multiplying at an alarming rate. There is another reason that the government has proposed a cull, as experts have said that they cause consequential environmental damage. The ring-necked parakeets are also carriers of psittacosis, an infectious disease that effects the lungs. This is also known as parrots disease. Dailos Hernández-Brito, researcher at the Biological Station of Doñana, has stated that affected areas are considering two options: trapping or extermination through snipers. In cities such as Seville, the method of extermination has been previously discussed, however after a furious reaction from animal activists, Peregrine falcons were brought in as a control measure instead.
measures in at a towering 6ft4 tall, and weighs a whopping 1.4 tonnes. Since being too massive to be slaughtered for meat, the Holstein Friesian cow will live out the rest of its’ days doing what he was initially bought for — leading the rest of the herd and teaching the Wagyu cattle how to behave, acting as a “coach animal”. The cattle owner, Geoff Pearson, also revealed the reason behind Knickers’ name: a close friendship with a Brahman steer, called Bra. Speaking to ABC news, Mr Pearson said “You’ll put him in a paddock and all the other cattle seem to get attracted to him,” “Whenever he wants to get up and start walking there’s always a trail of cattle following him. We all know when Knickers is on the move.” Knickers is thought to be the largest cow in Australia, however isn’t quite the largest cow in the world. That title is held by an Italian Chianina ox measuring at almost 6ft7.
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Health & Beauty
Ellie Webber´s
PREGNANT? WHY YOU SHOULD HAVE A FLU JAB
It is strongly recommended that all pregnant woman should receive a ‘Flu Jab’ as protection for both Mother and Baby. There is strong evidence that pregnant women have a much higher chance of developing complications should they get flu, especially those in the latter stages of pregnancy. One of the most common complications is bonchitis which in turn can develop into pneumonia.
When a pregnant woman has a flu vaccine there is the added benefit that she will pass on some protection to her baby which will last for the first few months of his or her life. So……..if you are pregnant (or in the process of trying for a baby) now is the time to speak to your Midwife and book your flu jab!
Other less common infections include: • Otitis media (middle ear infection) • Septic shock (an infection in the blood that causes a severe drop in blood pressure) • Encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) • Meningitis (infection of the brain and spinal cord)
Is sunscreen still important in winter?
Sunscreen is a necessity in Spain, especially in the summer. It helps reduce the risk of developing skin cancer, plus most of the other problems that come with prolonged sun exposure, such as premature ageing and sun spots. However, these risks do not go away in the winter. While it’s easy to assume that the winter sun is harmless because it’s not ‘hot’, that’s far from the truth. There are two types of UV rays that sunscreen helps to protect against, UVA and UVB. The ideal type of sunscreen to look for is ‘broad-spectrum’, as this protects against both UVA and UVB rays, while other formulas of sunscreen predominantly only protect against one type of UV ray. The colder months can dry your skin out making it more prone to damage. Combat this by making sure that you use a
moisturiser containing SPF, as this will not only keep your skin hydrated and make it less susceptible to sun damage, but paired with a broadspectrum sunscreen, will keep you protected all year round. Always remember to keep your skin covered, and top up on your SPF protection throughout the day. While sunscreen advertises to protect your skin, it is not a barrier, and some rays will still get through. It is also important to remember that UV rays can go through glass, so even if you’re basking in the sun from the safety of your home, you should still consider using sun protection Shop around
at your local pharmacy or perfumery to find the perfect sun protection for you.
Spain to ban alternative medicine
When a pregnant woman contracts flu there is an increased risk of premature labour, low birth weight and stillbirth. For the newborn there is even an increase in the risk of neonatal death in the first week of life. For most people the thought of having a flu jab whilst pregnant is frightening and we are always told to avoid medication etc. However, extensive studies have shown that a flu vaccine is safe to administer any time during pregnancy from the first weeks right up until the expected due date. The vaccine also poses no risk to those who are breastfeeding.
Trend watch Autumn/Winter Women in Spain are opting for a simple yet effective look this winter. Start your outfit by choosing your statement piece/pieces. Fur coats and capes, big chunky boots, and the colour red are all fundamental to the fashionistas roaming the streets in Barcelona, arguably the fashion capital of Spain. Follow this up by layering on black and neutral pieces such as mom jeans, floaty skirts, and tights. Animal prints are also making a comeback this
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winter, especially leopard spots. Popular items in this print are boots, coats, and accessories like scarves and snoods. With androgynous fashion on the rise and more designers offering unisex clothing, it’s no wonder that men and women’s fashion trends are overlapping. In men’s fashion, alongside classic black, khaki is proving a popular choice colour for staple pieces this season. Layer up black trousers, jumpers, and a black or neutral jacket. Swap the women’s statement boots and coats for hats and man bags, and you’ve got yourself an outfit on point with the Spanish winter trends that will also keep you warm!
Earlier this month, the Spanish government announced a plan to ban alternative medicine from medical centres. Although there was no exact definition of alternative medicine given, acupuncture and homeopathy were given as examples of the type of treatment facing the ban. Other alternative treatments likely to be banned from medical centres include aromatherapy and naturopathy. The statement, released by the Spanish government, says it plans to eliminate all alternative medicine from health centres, where all treatment is supposed to be given by a recognised medical professional. They argue that because there is no objective scientific proof that these treatments work, they are potentially harmful if chosen as an addition or alternative to scientifically backed medical treatment.
There are also plans to ban alternative medicine from being taught in Spanish universities. This comes off of the back of a victim of alternative medicines failings. Mario Rodriguez, a 21 year old leukaemia patient who died after replacing his hospital treatment with vitamins supplied by a naturopath. His father, Julian Rodriguez, quoted him saying “Dad, I made a mistake” on his deathbed.
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Motoring
NEW 2019 Audi A1 The 2019 Audi A1 is fun, satisfying to drive and an upmarket take on the often practical and benign world of small hatchbacks. However, while the new A1 has plenty to offer image conscious buyers, it struggles to back up its sharp styling with true premium substance. The all-new Audi A1 is based on the same mechanical underpinnings as the Volkswagen Polo and SEAT Ibiza, but sits at a much higher price point. Buyers get the choice of three turbocharged petrol engines. The A1 is instantly more involving to drive than the Polo, with its firmly weighted steering and suspension providing lots of feedback that makes it easy to feel at one with stylish little hatch. Opt for the tauter sport suspension – standard on S line models – and the A1 gets surprisingly close to the Fiesta ST, with agile and grippy handling. The A1 benefits from similar levels of useful cabin space as the VW Polo. The boot, for example, is one of the largest in this class. The A1 also gets five-doors as standard, which means you don’t have to worry about passengers leaving muddy footprints on the seat backs as they climb in and out. Audi has clearly had a good go at giving the cabin a premium makeover, by redesigning the dashboard and adding a scattering of softtouch materials. But you don’t have to look very hard to find some disappointing, cheap and hard plastics. The interior covers of the doors, for example, look like they have been
lifted straight from the Ibiza. The A1 also feels less spacious, with the inflated dashboard and gearbox housing impeding leg space for those in the front. High spec models get large sport seats and these squeeze cabin space even further.
The A1 is extremely wellequipped as standard though. Entry-level SE models get LED headlights, heat-insulating glass, electric rear windows and a digital instrument cluster, along with a smart 8.8-inch colour infotainment touchscreen. Top spec models
also get leather upholstery, LED ambient light and the same 10-inch infotainment system as the Audi A8. Visually, the Audi A1 is stunning. It’s also great to drive, with sharp handling and one of the best three-cylinders in the business. But there will be many who feel more than a little short changed by the disappointing cabin quality and high list price.
UK Automotive workforce the best in Europe
The UK automotive industry has the most adaptable employees in Europe – despite the challenges ahead according to a new report. The boss of Toyota Motor Europe’s London office says action is needed to address skills shortages and boost investment in research and development following Brexit. This report by the Automotive Council, a partnership between the automotive industry and government, surveyed the workforce of British automotive companies using eight key performance indicators. It ranked how attractive the UK is for car firms to invest in compared with other countries. The top position in Europe went to the UK. Second overall behind the US, with strong labour relations, a willingness of workers to adapt to changing markets and flexibility in their work patterns cited as
the key advantages. The report did, however, cite several risks to future competitiveness, including the level of government investment into R&D, the shortage of skilled engineers and the possible decline of political stability following Brexit. The report highlighted that it was essential to attract and
develop new skills so that the UK industry can lead the shift to electrification, digitisation and autonomy. Toyota Motor Europe’s London office boss and chair of the Automotive Council’s business environment and skills group, Tony Walker, said the report showed how the UK industry’s workforce “helped drive the sector’s success.” “We have a hard-won reputation for developing and making highquality, cutting-edge vehicles, engines and components, supported by strong collaboration with government through the Automotive Council. “During this period of profound change, that collaboration will be more important than ever. The focus now must be on attracting and nurturing the right skills to meet our ambitions, and on securing a Brexit deal that delivers the political stability needed to attract future investment.”
Rare and unusual cars auctioned off for new TV series October Films are making a brand-new TV car restoration series. Motoring journalists and car fanatics Jonny Smith and Tom ‘Wookie’ Ford, together with Tim Glover from classic/custom car workshop RoadHouse Motor Co. have been on the hunt for affordable rare and unusual cars across Europe. Ten cars have been
transported back to the UK and partially restored, in order to bring them up to a standard the guys were happy to sell them at. As part of the show’s filming, the vehicles will be auctioned off on Sunday 2nd December 2018 in Stamford, Lincolnshire and there’s no reserve price! The cars up for auction include: 1964 Seat 600D,
1975 Seat 133, 1987 Range Rover Series 1, 1980 Ford Fiesta, 1976 Ford Escort Estate, 1977 Ford Taunus, 1988 VW Jetta, 1978 Opel Kadett C, 1988 Renault 4F6 and 1971 Toyota Carina. If you’re interested in bidding or promoting the auction, please email katie. johnson@octoberfilms.co.uk or visit stamfordcarauction. com for more information.
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FRIDAY 30th November
07:00 Breakfast 07:00 Good Morning Britain 07:30 3rd Rock From the Sun 07:00 This Is BBC TWO 10:15 Defenders UK 08:45 Everybody Loves 07:30 A Matter of Life and Debt09:30 Lorraine 11:00 Homes Under the Raymond 08:15 Make Me a Dealer 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show Hammer 09:10 Everybody Loves 09:00 Shop Well for Less 11:30 This Morning 12:00 A Matter of Life and Debt Raymond 10:00 BBC News at Nine 13:30 Loose Women 09:40 Frasier 12:45 Ill Gotten Gains 11:00 Victoria Derbyshire 11:05 Ramsay’s Kitchen 13:15 Bargain Hunt 14:30 ITV Lunchtime News 12:00 BBC Newsroom Live Nightmares USA 14:00 BBC News at One 14:55 ITV News London 13:15 Politics Live 12:00 The Simpsons 14:45 Doctors 15:00 Judge Rinder 13:00 Channel 4 News 14:00 Think Tank 15:15 The Doctor Blake Mysteries 14:45 The House That £100k 16:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 13:05 A New Life in the Sun 14:05 Kirstie’s Handmade 16:15 Escape to the Country Built 17:00 Tipping Point Christmas 16:45 The Hairy Bikers’ 18:00 The Chase 15:45 Natural World 15:10 Countdown Comfort Food 16:45 Animals Unexpected 19:00 ITV News London 16:00 Fifteen to One 17:30 Make Me a Dealer 17:45 Eggheads 17:00 A Place in the Sun 19:30 ITV Evening News 18:15 Pointless 18:15 Flog It! 18:00 Four in a Bed 20:00 Emmerdale 19:00 BBC News at Six 18:30 Come Dine with Me 19:00 Strictly Come Dancing: 20:00 The One Show 20:30 Coronation Street 19:00 The Simpsons It Takes Two 20:30 A Question of Sport 21:00 The Imitation Game 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Richard Osman’s House 21:00 EastEnders 20:00 Channel 4 News 21:30 Coronation Street 21:30 Not Going Out of Games 22:00 Have I Got News for You 20:30 Live: FA Cup Football 22:00 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 20:30 Unreported World 21:00 Alone at Home 22:30 Mrs Brown’s Boys Out of Here! 23:00 The Mash Report 22:00 Gogglebox 23:00 BBC News at Ten 23:30 ITV News 23:30 Newsnight 23:00 The Last Leg 23:37 BBC Weather
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07:10 Mobil 1 The Grid 07:00 This Is BBC TWO 07:00 Dino Dana 07:40 FIA World Rallycross 07:25 Top Class 07:10 Super 4 11:00 Saturday Kitchen Live Championship Motor Racing 07:55 All Over the Place 07:35 Make It Pop 12:30 Classic Mary Berry 08:35 Everybody Loves 08:25 Wild & Weird 07:55 Share a Story Raymond 08:40 Show Me What You’re 08:05 Mr Bean 13:00 Football Focus 09:00 Everybody Loves Made Of 08:30 Scrambled! 14:00 BBC Weekend News Raymond 09:10 Got What It Takes? 08:35 Tom and Jerry Show 09:25 Frasier 14:15 Live: UK Championship 10:00 Super Smart Animals 08:50 The Powerpuff Girls 09:55 Frasier 11:00 Natural World Snooker 09:10 ToonMarty 10:25 The Big Bang Theory 12:00 Homes Under the 09:30 Robozuna 11:50 The Simpsons 17:30 Final Score Hammer 10:05 Mighty Magiswords 13:20 Come Dine with Me 18:25 The Time It Takes 13:00 A Cook Abroad 10:25 ITV News 14:20 Four in a Bed 14:00 Escape to the Country 10:30 James Martin’s Saturday17:00 A Place in the Sun: 19:00 BBC Weekend News 15:00 Live: International Morning Winter Sun 19:10 BBC London News Rugby Union 12:40 Gino’s Italian Coastal Escape17:30 Location, Location, 19:15 Pointless Celebrities 17:30 Live: UK Championship 13:10 The X Factor Location 18:30 Kirstie’s Handmade 20:05 Strictly Come Dancing Snooker 14:15 ITV Lunchtime News Christmas 14:30 Live: ITV Racing Live 21:10 Michael McIntyre’s Big 18:30 McFarland, USA 19:30 Channel 4 News 20:30 Life in the Snow 17:00 Catchphrase Show 20:00 Britain’s Most Historic 21:30 Dad’s Army 17:45 ITV Evening News 22:00 Darcey Bussell: Dancing 18:05 Star Wars: Episode III Towns 22:15 Casualty 21:00 Secrets of China’s to Happiness -- Revenge of the Sith 23:00 BBC Weekend News Forbidden City 23:00 QI XL 20:30 The X Factor 22:00 Mission: Impossible 23:20 Match of the Day 23:45 Snowfall 22:30 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Rogue Nation Out of Here!
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SATURDAY 1st December
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SUNDAY 2nd December 07:00 This Is BBC TWO 07:45 Greatest Gardens 08:15 Great British Garden Revival 09:15 The Instant Gardener 10:05 Countryfile 11:00 Saturday Kitchen Best Bites 12:30 The Hairy Bikers’ Asian Adventure 13:30 Food & Drink 14:00 Live: UK Championship Snooker 19:00 FA Cup Football 20:00 Britain’s Biggest Warship 21:00 Dragons’ Den 22:00 Gun No. 6 23:10 The Mash Report 23:40 I’ll Get This
07:10 The King of Queens 07:00 ITV CHILDRENS TV 07:35 Everybody Loves 10:25 ITV News Raymond 10:30 Doc Martin 08:00 Everybody Loves 11:30 Midsomer Murders Raymond 13:25 ITV Lunchtime News 08:25 Frasier 13:35 The X Factor 15:30 Paul O’Grady: For the 08:55 Frasier 09:25 Frasier Love of Dogs 09:55 Jamie Cooks Italy 16:00 The Chase 10:30 Sunday Brunch 17:00 Tenable 13:30 The Simpsons 18:00 How to Spend It Well at 14:00 The Simpsons Christmas 14:30 Stuart Little 19:00 ITV Evening News 16:05 Back to the Future Part 19:30 The Chase: Celebrity III Special 18:25 The Incredibles 20:30 The X Factor 20:35 Channel 4 News 22:00 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 21:00 Escape to the Chateau Out of Here! 22:00 A Very British Country 23:20 ITV News House 23:35 David Walliams 23:00 Tin Star Presents... Revenge of Alright 23:55 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown on the Night
07:00 Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 07:25 Totally Bonkers 12:15 A Royal Family Guinness World Records 07:50 You’ve Been Framed! Christmas 08:10 Ninja Warrior UK 13:45 Neighbours 09:00 Emmerdale 14:15 Angels in the Snow 09:55 You’ve Been Framed! 10:25 The Ellen DeGeneres 16:00 Christmas With the Show Andersons 11:20 Planet’s Got Talent 11:50 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 17:45 5 News Out of Here! 18:00 Friends 13:15 Emmerdale 18:30 Friends 14:15 You’ve Been Framed! 14:45 The Ellen DeGeneres 19:00 Neighbours Show 19:30 5 News Tonight 15:40 The Jeremy Kyle Show 19:00 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 20:00 The Gadget Show Out of Here! 21:00 Britain by Boat 20:30 You’ve Been Framed! 22:00 Portillo’s Hidden History 21:00 Two and a Half Men 22:00 Family Guy of Britain 22:30 Family Guy 23:00 Mad Max: Fury Road 23:00 Family Guy
07:00 Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 07:10 Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 13:35 Deck the Halls 07:30 Emmerdale Omnibus 15:25 Christmas in Evergreen 09:50 Coronation Street 17:10 Snowed Inn Christmas Omnibus 12:50 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 18:55 Switched at Christmas Out of Here! 14:15 You’ve Been 20:40 Make You Laugh Out Framed! Loud 14:45 Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams 21:05 Can’t Pay? We’ll Take 16:50 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! it Away! 18:25 The Mummy 21:55 5 News Weekend Returns 22:00 Egypt Unwrapped 11:15 The Family Man
07:55 Heartbeat 09:00 The Royal 10:05 Judge Judy 10:30 Judge Judy 11:00 Judge Judy 11:25 Agatha Christie’s Marple 13:35 The Royal 14:40 Heartbeat 15:40 Coronation Street 16:15 Coronation Street 16:50 Agatha Christie’s Marple 18:50 Heartbeat 19:55 Murder, She Wrote 20:55 Agatha Christie’s Poirot 22:00 Agatha Christie’s Poirot
07:00 Murder, She Wrote 07:45 Jane Eyre 10:00 Columbo 11:35 Columbo: Undercover 13:40 Hidden Treasure 15:40 Agatha Christie’s Poirot 16:50 Agatha Christie’s Poirot 18:00 Agatha Christie’s Poirot 20:00 Midsomer Murders 22:00 Midsomer
23:00 Secrets of Tutankhamun’s Treasures 23:55 Secrets of Tutankhamun’s Treasures
11:30 Friends 12:00 Friends 12:25 Friends 12:55 Friends 13:25 Friends 13:55 Friends 14:20 Friends 14:50 Friends 15:20 Friends 15:50 Christmas at Holly Lodge 17:30 A Joyous Christmas 19:10 The Christmas Train 21:05 Warship: Life at Sea 21:55 5 News Weekend 22:00 Run All Night
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07:00 Totally Bonkers 07:00 On the Buses Guinness World Records 07:25 Heartbeat 07:40 Emmerdale Omnibus 08:20 Heartbeat 10:10 Coronation Street 09:25 Bertie & Elizabeth Omnibus 11:30 Agatha Christie’s Poirot 13:05 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 12:35 Agatha Christie’s Poirot Out of Here! 13:50 Santa Claus: The Movie 14:05 Catchphrase 16:00 Columbo 15:05 You’ve Been 18:00 Endeavour Framed! 20:00 Agatha 16:05 Jack Frost 18:10 Shrek the Halls Christie’s Poirot 18:40 How the Grinch 22:00 Vera Stole Christmas 20:45 The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift
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MONDAY 3rd December
07:00 Good Morning Britain 07:30 3rd Rock From the Sun 07:00 Breakfast 07:00 A Matter of Life and 10:15 Defenders UK Debt 08:45 Everybody Loves 09:30 Lorraine 11:00 Homes Under the 07:45 Make Me a Dealer 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show Raymond Hammer 08:30 Family Cooking 09:40 Frasier 11:30 This Morning 12:00 A Matter of Life and Debt Showdown 11:05 Ramsay’s Kitchen 12:45 Ill Gotten Gains 09:30 The Week in Parliament 13:30 Loose Women Nightmares USA 13:15 Bargain Hunt 10:00 BBC News at Nine 14:30 ITV Lunchtime News 12:00 The Simpsons 14:00 BBC News at One 11:00 Victoria Derbyshire 14:55 ITV News London 14:45 Doctors 12:30 The Simpsons 12:00 BBC Newsroom Live 15:00 Judge Rinder 15:15 The Doctor Blake 13:00 Channel 4 News 13:15 Politics Live Mysteries 14:00 Live: UK Championship 16:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 13:05 A New Life in the Sun 16:15 Escape to the Country Snooker 14:05 My Family Secrets 17:00 Tipping Point 16:45 The Best Christmas 18:15 Put Your Money Where 18:00 The Chase Revealed Food Ever Your Mouth Is 15:10 Countdown 19:00 ITV News London 17:30 Flog It! 19:00 Richard Osman’s House 16:00 Fifteen to One 18:15 Pointless 19:30 ITV Evening News of Games 17:00 A Place in the Sun 19:00 BBC News at Six 19:30 Strictly Come Dancing: 20:00 Emmerdale 20:00 The One Show 18:00 Kirstie’s Handmade It Takes Two 20:30 Coronation Street 20:30 FA Cup Draw Christmas 20:00 Celebrity Antiques Road 21:00 EastEnders 21:00 The Martin Lewis 19:00 The Simpsons Trip 21:30 Panorama Money Show 19:30 Hollyoaks 22:00 Nadiya’s Asian Odyssey 21:00 Only Connect 20:00 Channel 4 News 21:30 Coronation Street 21:30 University Challenge 23:00 BBC News at Ten 22:00 Babies: Their Wonderful 22:00 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 21:00 Liam Bakes 23:30 BBC London News World 21:30 Food Unwrapped 23:42 BBC Weather Out of Here! 23:00 People Just Do Nothing 22:00 24 Hours in A&E 23:45 Have I Got a Bit More 23:30 ITV News 23:30 Newsnight News for You 23:00 First Dates
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07:00 Coronation Street 07:00 Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 07:25 Coronation Street 10:15 Jeremy Vine 07:50 You’ve Been Framed! 07:55 Heartbeat 12:15 Christmas in Evergreen 08:10 Ninja Warrior UK 09:00 Emmerdale 08:55 The Royal 13:45 Neighbours 09:25 Coronation Street 10:25 The Ellen DeGeneres 10:00 Judge Judy 14:15 The Mistletoe Promise Show 10:25 Judge Judy 16:00 A Holiday Wish Come 11:20 Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 10:55 Judge Judy True 11:30 Planet’s Got Talent 11:20 Agatha Christie’s Poirot 12:00 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 17:45 5 News at 5 Out of Here! 13:30 The Royal 18:00 Friends 13:15 Emmerdale 13:45 Coronation Street 14:35 Heartbeat 18:30 Friends 14:45 The Ellen DeGeneres 15:40 Coronation Street 19:00 Neighbours Show 15:40 The Jeremy Kyle Show 16:15 Coronation Street 19:30 5 News Tonight 19:05 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 16:45 Inspector Morse 20:00 Premiership Rugby Out of Here! 20:30 You’ve Been Framed! 18:55 Heartbeat 21:00 Police Interceptors 21:00 Two and a Half Men 20:00 Murder, She Wrote 22:00 Family Guy 22:00 Warship: Life at Sea 22:30 American Dad! 21:00 Agatha Christie’s Poirot 23:00 The Real Narcos UK: 23:00 Family Guy 23:30 I’m a Celebrity... Extra 22:00 Midsomer Murders Blood & Fear Camp 07:00 MILKSHAKE
new this week
My Family Secrets Revealed
The Best Christmas Food Ever
NEW SERIES: Using a team of genealogical and historical experts, this brand new series helps the British public connect directly with their family history. Brand new series that helps the public connect directly with their family history. In the first episode, it’s an emotional journey for terminally ill Julie Coates from Liverpool.
NEW SERIES: Paul Ainsworth and Catherine Fulvio are joined by actor and singer Martine McCutcheon, as they share their culinary secrets, perfect for creating delicious festive flavours throughout Christmas. Today it’s all about that wow factor as they rustle up mouthwatering dishes like the ultimate roasted rib of beef and an indulgent sticky toffee pudding. Christmas is all about pushing the boat out, whether that’s the food, the decorations, entertaining or giving gifts and we meet people who, in their own way, go the extra mile to make Christmas superspecial.
Season 1 Episode 1 Ch4 2:05pm Mon 3rd December
TUESDAY 4th December
Season 1 Episode 1 BBC1 16:45 pm Mon 3rd December
07:30 3rd Rock From the Sun 07:00 Good Morning Britain 07:00 This Is BBC TWO 07:00 Breakfast 10:15 Defenders UK 08:45 Everybody Loves 07:30 The Best Christmas 09:30 Lorraine 11:00 Homes Under the Food Ever 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show Raymond Hammer 09:40 Frasier 08:15 Bargain Hunt 11:30 This Morning 12:00 A Matter of Life and Debt09:00 MasterChef: The 11:05 Ramsay’s Kitchen 13:30 Loose Women 12:45 Ill Gotten Gains Nightmares USA Professionals 13:15 Bargain Hunt 14:30 ITV Lunchtime News 12:00 The Simpsons 10:00 BBC News at Nine 14:00 BBC News at One 12:30 The Simpsons 11:00 Victoria Derbyshire 14:55 ITV News London 14:45 Doctors 13:00 Channel 4 News 12:00 BBC Newsroom Live 15:00 Judge Rinder 15:15 The Doctor Blake 13:15 Politics Live 16:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 13:05 A New Life in the Sun Mysteries 14:05 My Family Secrets 14:00 Live: UK Championship 17:00 Tipping Point 16:15 Escape to the Country Snooker Revealed 16:45 The Best Christmas 15:10 Countdown 18:15 Put Your Money Where 18:00 The Chase Food Ever 19:00 ITV News London 16:00 Fifteen to One Your Mouth Is 17:30 Flog It! 17:00 A Place in the Sun 19:00 Richard Osman’s House 19:30 ITV Evening News 18:15 Pointless 18:00 Kirstie’s Handmade of Games 20:00 Emmerdale 19:00 BBC News at Six Christmas 19:30 Strictly Come Dancing: 20:30 Judge Rinder’s Crime 19:30 BBC London News 19:00 The Simpsons It Takes Two 20:00 The One Show Stories 19:30 Hollyoaks 20:00 Celebrity Antiques Road 20:30 EastEnders 21:00 How to Spend It Well at 20:00 Channel 4 News Trip 21:00 Holby City 20:55 The Political Slot Christmas 21:00 MasterChef: The 22:00 Mrs Wilson Professionals 22:00 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 21:00 Lego Masters 23:00 BBC News at Ten 22:00 999: What’s Your 22:00 School 23:42 BBC Weather Out of Here! Emergency? 23:45 BBC Sports Personality 23:00 I’ll Get This 23:30 ITV News 23:00 Gogglebox 23:30 Newsnight of the Year
07:00 Coronation Street 07:00 Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 07:50 You’ve Been Framed! 07:25 Coronation Street 08:10 Ninja Warrior UK 07:50 Heartbeat 12:15 My Christmas Dream 09:00 Emmerdale 08:55 The Royal 13:45 Neighbours 09:25 Coronation Street 10:25 The Ellen DeGeneres 09:55 Judge Judy 14:15 Christmas in Conway Show 10:25 Judge Judy 16:05 A Christmas Tail 11:20 Planet’s Got Talent 11:50 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 10:50 Judge Judy 17:45 5 News at 5 Out of Here! 13:15 Emmerdale 11:20 Inspector Morse 18:00 Friends 13:45 Coronation Street 18:30 Friends 14:45 The Ellen DeGeneres 13:35 The Royal Show 14:40 Heartbeat 19:00 Neighbours 15:40 The Jeremy Kyle Show 19:30 5 News Tonight 19:00 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 15:40 Coronation Street Out of Here! 16:15 Coronation Street 20:00 UK’s Strongest Man 20:30 You’ve Been Framed! 16:45 Inspector Morse 21:00 Our Yorkshire Farm 21:00 Two and a Half Men 21:30 Two and a Half Men 18:55 Heartbeat 22:00 Lockerbie: The Unheard 22:00 Family Guy 22:30 Family Guy 20:00 Murder, She Wrote Voices 23:00 Family Guy 23:30 Curvy Girls: Stripped 23:30 I’m a Celebrity... Extra 21:00 Agatha Christie’s Poirot Camp 22:00 Midsomer Murders Bare 07:00 MILKSHAKE 10:15 Jeremy Vine
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Across 1. Wholly new great hotel (10) 7. I am a corn producer producing pasta (8) 8. Couple one encountered going west (4) 9. God in the Authorized Version (4) 10. Madman involved in a cult (7) 12. A pretty cold sort of prehistoric reptile (11) 14. Packers seen on the moon? (7) 16. A sharp rebuke about cakes (4) 19. Either way it’s midday (4) 20. Assistants in theatre? They may be Welsh (8) 21. A fight no-one will pay to see? (4-3-3)
Down 1. Girl having exercises to modify (5) 2. Drink became more expensive? That’s a bloomer! (3,4) 3. Proceed to put sticky stuff on pole (2,2) 4. Court hearing about bakery product (8) 5. Heather makes a rice pudding (5) 6. Pleasant tumble in gale (6) 11. Breakfast time in jail? (8) 12. Forgive average fellow (6) 13. Country in which a unit is regrouped (7) 15. Singer producing sick note before start of recital (5) 17. A gemstone for a girl (5) 18. A Roman emperor, in a manner of speaking (4)
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A Rosetta is made up of a 7 6 centre coloured hexagon Example encircled by 6 white hexagons. To complete the puzzle, fill in all 7 Rosettas with each number between 1 and 7 in no particular order while also ensuring that : 1. No number is repeated in a horizontal row 2. Each number from 1 to 7 are represented in the 7 grey coloured hexagon cells.
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To complete the puzzle fill in each of the empty hexagon cells with numbers between 1 & 7 following the 3 rules below; 1. No numbers in a horizontal line can be repeated. 2. No numbers in a diagonal line can be repeated. 3. No numbers in the 7 gray hexagons can be repeated.
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21st Mar – 20th Apr http://bestforpuzzles.com/dc/print.html?puzz=daily-codeword-180712 The Lovers It seems you need to spend some time sorting out what you want from a certain relationship and put some time into it or there may be troubles. Although the end of the week looks much brighter and more positive, you will have time to discover new talents. Lucky Number 11
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21st Apr – 21st May Six of Cups This card speaks of a gift given with love, and Wednesday being your luckiest day. There is new learning for you coming up very shortly, be good if you can make some extra time ready for these new changes as they will bring you much pleasure to you in the future. Lucky Number 24
Gemini
22nd May – 21th June Three of Wands Work or hobbies will be taking you on longer journeys go with the flow and all will become clear. There are great times coming just around the corner. You may find connections with Ireland or an island will be most beneficial. Now is the time to make the decision. Lucky Number 33
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Leo
23rd July – 22nd Aug The Emperor You have become a stronger person over the last few months, others don’t see you as such an easy target any more, keep this up it is good to see, there is a Capricorn around who will give good advice. This is a good time to look at your health and get motivated. Lucky Number 29
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23rd Sept – 22nd Oct The Moon There is some indecision around you this week you may find it is best to leave any major decisions til after Friday. You also need to take time out of your schedule to relax and allow yourself time to unwind, thinking of others is all very nice but you need to think of you first. Lucky Number 45
Scorpio
23rd Oct – 21st Nov Ten of Swords This is a good time to keep your own council and let others get on with whatever they are wanting to do, a week to be calm and let the world pass by without stress or anger. Someone close around will have some back pain this also will pass, so relax and meditate. Lucky Number 29
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21st Dec – 19th Jan Seven of Coins1/1 This card talks about success and projects and ideas becoming a reality, keep your eyes open for those small miracles allow yourself time to enjoy the ones you spot. You may wish to purchase some new garments for a celebration or get together with friends coming up. Lucky Number 02
Aquarius
20th Jan – 19th Feb Four of Cups Looking back at your past will not help just now you need to look forward to an opportunity that is coming your way, remember a positive mind brings positivity into your life, may not be easy at the moment but you can do it. Watch some inspirational videos & act on them. Lucky Number 41
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23rd Aug– 22nd Sept The World The world talks of completion so any projects you are involved in will come to a conclusion shortly, this is a very lucky card so whatever you have in mind is likely to become rather successful. A family pet will cause some worry but all will work out ok in the end. Lucky Number 31
Sagittarius
22nd Nov – 20th Dec Two of Coins This is a great time to look again at your finances and sort out any discrepancies you may find, a week of balancing things up and sorting out for you and yours. A close friend will need a shoulder to cry on so be prepared to do some listening and helping them out. Lucky Number 14
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20th Feb – 20th Mar Nine of Wands This is a time to finish any DIY or jobs you have started and lost interest in, life is going to become more hectic and you won’t have the time soon to get on with them. Your social life could do with livening up a bit, invite friends around or even better get out there & boogie. Lucky Number 17
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WEDNESDAY 5th December
07:00 Coronation Street 07:00 This Is BBC TWO 07:30 3rd Rock From the Sun 07:00 MILKSHAKE 07:00 Totally Bonkers 07:00 Breakfast 07:00 This Is BBC TWO 07:30 A Matter of Life and Debt07:30 The Best Christmas 08:45 Everybody Loves 10:15 Defenders UK Guinness World Records 10:15 Jeremy Vine 07:25 Coronation Street 08:15 Make Me a Dealer Raymond 11:00 Homes Under the Food Ever 07:25 Totally Bonkers 12:15 Christmas at Holly 09:00 Great British Menu 09:10 Everybody Loves Hammer 08:15 Bargain Hunt 07:55 Heartbeat Guinness World Records Raymond 12:00 A Matter of Life and Debt09:30 Trust Me I’m a Doctor 09:00 See Hear 07:50 You’ve Been Framed! 08:55 The Royal Lodge 10:00 BBC News at Nine 09:40 Frasier 12:45 Ill Gotten Gains 09:30 Great British Menu 08:10 Ninja Warrior UK 13:45 Neighbours 11:00 Victoria Derbyshire 11:05 Ramsay’s Kitchen 10:00 BBC News at Nine 13:15 Bargain Hunt 09:55 Judge Judy 09:00 Emmerdale 12:00 BBC Newsroom Live Nightmares USA 14:00 BBC News at One 11:00 Victoria Derbyshire 14:15 A Winter Wedding 09:25 You’ve Been Framed! 10:25 Judge Judy 12:15 Politics Live 12:00 The Simpsons 12:00 BBC Newsroom Live 14:30 BBC London News 16:00 Last Christmas At Home 10:25 The Ellen DeGeneres 14:00 Think Tank 13:00 Channel 4 News 14:45 Doctors 12:15 Politics Live 10:50 Judge Judy Show 13:05 A New Life in the Sun 14:45 The House That £100k Built 17:45 5 News at 5 14:00 Live: UK Championship 15:15 The Doctor Blake 11:20 Planet’s Got Talent 14:05 My Family Secrets 15:45 The Secret History of 11:20 Inspector Morse Mysteries Snooker 18:00 Friends 11:50 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 16:10 Escape to the Country My Family 18:15 Put Your Money Where Revealed 13:35 The Royal Out of Here! 15:10 Countdown 16:45 Japan: Earth’s 18:30 Friends Your Mouth Is 16:45 The Best Christmas 13:15 Emmerdale 16:00 Fifteen to One Enchanted Islands 14:40 Heartbeat Food Ever 19:00 Richard Osman’s House 19:00 Neighbours 13:45 You’ve Been Framed! 17:00 A Place in the Sun 17:45 Eggheads of Games 17:30 Flog It! 15:40 Coronation Street 18:00 Kirstie’s Handmade 14:45 The Ellen DeGeneres 18:15 Flog It! 19:30 5 News Tonight 18:15 Pointless 19:30 Strictly Come Dancing: Christmas 19:00 Richard Osman’s House Show 16:15 Coronation Street 20:00 UK’s Strongest Man It Takes Two 19:00 BBC News at Six 19:00 The Simpsons of Games 15:40 The Jeremy Kyle Show 19:30 BBC London News 20:00 Celebrity Antiques Road 19:30 Hollyoaks 21:00 GPs: Behind Closed 19:30 Strictly Come Dancing: 19:00 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 16:45 Inspector Morse Trip 20:00 The One Show 20:00 Channel 4 News It Takes Two Out of Here! Doors 18:55 Heartbeat 21:00 Watchdog 20:55 The Political Slot 20:00 Celebrity Antiques Road Trip 21:00 MasterChef: The 20:30 You’ve Been Framed! 22:00 The Apprentice Professionals 21:00 The Secret Life of the 22:00 Great British Ships 21:00 MasterChef: Professionals 20:00 Murder, She Wrote 21:00 Two and a Half Men 23:00 BBC News at Ten 22:00 Death and Nightingales 22:00 Death and Nightingales Zoo 23:00 Drain The Sunken Pirate 22:00 Family Guy 21:00 Agatha Christie’s Poirot 23:30 BBC London News 23:00 The Apprentice: You’re 22:00 World’s Weirdest Homes 23:00 The Apprentice: You’re 23:30 I’m a Celebrity... Extra 23:42 BBC Weather Fired 23:00 North Korea: Life Inside City Fired 22:00 Midsomer Murders Camp 23:45 Match of the Day 23:30 Newsnight the Secret State 23:30 Newsnight
THURSDAY 6th December
07:30 The Best Christmas 07:00 Breakfast 07:00 Good Morning Britain 07:30 3rd Rock From the Sun Food Ever 10:15 Defenders UK 08:45 Everybody Loves 09:30 Lorraine 08:15 Flog It! 11:00 Homes Under the Raymond 10:25 The Jeremy Kyle Show 09:00 MasterChef: The Hammer 09:40 Frasier 11:30 This Morning 12:00 A Matter of Life and Debt Professionals 11:05 Ramsay’s Kitchen 10:00 BBC News at Nine 13:30 Loose Women 12:45 Ill Gotten Gains Nightmares USA 11:00 Victoria Derbyshire 13:15 Bargain Hunt 14:30 ITV Lunchtime News 12:00 The Simpsons 12:00 BBC Newsroom Live 14:00 BBC News at One 14:55 ITV News London 12:30 The Simpsons 13:15 Politics Live 14:45 Doctors 13:00 Channel 4 News 14:00 Live: UK Championship 15:00 Judge Rinder 15:15 The Doctor Blake Snooker 16:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 13:05 A New Life in the Sun Mysteries 14:05 My Family Secrets 16:15 Escape to the Country 15:45 Live: Varsity Match 17:00 Tipping Point Rugby Union Revealed 16:45 The Best Christmas 18:00 UK Championship Snooker 18:00 The Chase 15:10 Countdown Food Ever 19:00 Richard Osman’s House 19:00 ITV News London 16:00 Fifteen to One 17:30 Flog It! of Games 19:30 ITV Evening News 17:00 A Place in the Sun 18:15 Pointless 19:30 Strictly Come Dancing: 18:00 Kirstie’s Handmade 19:00 BBC News at Six 20:00 Emmerdale It Takes Two Christmas 19:30 BBC London News 20:00 Live: UK Championship 20:30 Tonight 20:00 The One Show 19:00 The Simpsons Snooker 21:00 Emmerdale 20:30 EastEnders 19:30 Hollyoaks 21:00 MasterChef UK: The 21:30 Gino’s Italian Coastal 21:00 A Hotel for the Super 20:00 Channel 4 News Professionals Rich and Famous Escape 20:55 The Political Slot 22:00 Escape from Dubai: 22:00 Ambulance 22:00 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 21:00 The Supervet The Mystery of the Missing 23:00 BBC News at Ten Princess 22:00 The First Out of Here! 23:42 BBC Weather 23:00 Live at the Apollo 23:00 Naked Attraction 23:30 ITV News 23:45 Question Time 23:30 Newsnight
07:00 Totally Bonkers 07:00 Coronation Street Guinness World Records 07:50 You’ve Been Framed! 07:25 Coronation Street 08:10 Ninja Warrior UK 07:55 Heartbeat 12:15 Chasing Christmas 09:00 Emmerdale 08:55 The Royal 13:45 Neighbours 09:25 Coronation Street 14:20 Snowed Inn Christmas 10:25 The Ellen DeGeneres 09:55 Judge Judy Show 10:25 Judge Judy 16:00 Christmas With a Prince 11:20 Planet’s Got Talent 11:50 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 10:50 Judge Judy 17:45 5 News at 5 Out of Here! 13:15 Emmerdale 11:20 Inspector Morse 18:00 Friends 13:45 Coronation Street 18:30 Friends 14:45 The Ellen DeGeneres 13:35 The Royal Show 14:40 Heartbeat 19:00 Neighbours 15:40 The Jeremy Kyle Show 19:30 5 News Tonight 19:00 I’m a Celebrity... Get Me 15:40 Coronation Street 16:15 Coronation Street 20:00 Esther Rantzen’s House Out of Here! 20:30 You’ve Been Framed! 16:45 Inspector Morse Trap 21:00 Two and a Half Men 21:30 Two and a Half Men 19:00 Heartbeat 21:00 Shop Smart Save 22:00 Family Guy 22:30 Family Guy 20:00 Murder, She Wrote Money for Christmas 23:00 Family Guy 22:00 Oxford Street 24/7 23:30 I’m a Celebrity... Extra 21:00 Agatha Christie’s Poirot 07:00 MILKSHAKE
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Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Christmas Looks like BBC1 chat show host Graham Norton has the ‘Christmas Coup’ this year as news emerges that almost the entire cast of the new Disney movie, Mary Poppins Returns, will grace his, hopefully extendable, sofa on Friday December 21st. One of the most anticipated film releases of the year, Poppins is due to open in the UK on the same day as Norton’s show and two days earlier in the US, with Spain opening dates in the new
year. The magical nanny herself, played by Emily Blunt, the new lamplighter (‘Every day’s an ‘oleedaywiv Mary’) Lin-Manuel Miranda and the grown-up Banks children, Ben Whishaw and Emily Mortimer, will all make an appearance, plus to cap it all off with a camp touch, 80’s legends Boy George and Culture Club are going to perform their new single ‘Life’. Phew ……. There’s a date for your diary.
Graham Norton better have a large sofa ready to sit the cast of Mary Poppins Returns
Yes, it’s a big deal Ozzy! Now I know, this is a frivolous it? Are people voting in or out, page, intended to delve into the what’s going on?”, said the fabulous world of the business Birmingham born rocker. Adding, “I don’t read the we like to call show, but very newspapers and I don’t really occasionally we have to touch talk politics because I don’t on the dreaded ‘Brexit’ word, particularly when it references really know ….” No one doubts Ozzy’s a celebrity getting involved. superstar rock status, gained So, please stand up great over the years with Black statesman Ozzy Osbourne, who recently admitted in a Big Issue Sabbath and his own band, but stick to metal pal ….. to be interview, he had no idea what fair, you struggle to remember Brexit means. what day it is let alone what’s “People keep going on at me about that – is it a big deal over happening to your old country’s future prosperity. there? What will happen with
Rocker Ozzy admitted he has no idea what the implications of Brexit mean to the UK
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Noel’s water is grander A social media storm has been whipped up this week, in the form of Hurricane Noel Edmonds‘ ripped torso being paraded under the jungle shower in I’m a Celebrity. The
Deal or No Deal host is nearing his 70th birthday, but looks years younger, thanks to his youthful appearance and toned body. I’d probably do something with my hair if I was him, put a few coloured lights in it and you’d have a fabulous Christmas tree to brighten up the camp. However, even presenter Declan Donnelly mentioned the sexy sixty nine year old in a tweet: “Noel looks fit in a vest” #ImACeleb, wrote Dec. Apparently, Mr Edmonds has never been touched with a Botox prick and puts his physique and mental agility down to a strict regime of exercise and diet. Now, stay with me, because it all gets a little bizarre, but very interesting, when you delve into what the regime entails. He meditates regularly, avoids red meat,
has several health shakes a week and a mainly “alkaline” diet. So far, so normal, but Noel, who turns 70 on December 22nd, also exercises very slowly in darkness for an hour a week while listening to electronic pulses. Ok, understandable, most people are best seen in the dark when they exercise, but he also sits on an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) mat encouraged by his wife Liz The £2,000 pad supposedly stimulates “cellular resonance” with “low intensity and frequency pulsed electromagnetic fields”,helping to boost the immune system and circulation, improve sleep and raise energy levels. Noel is also a convert to “Grander Water”, which
Take that take it to the X
Following last weekend’s underwhelming semi final, X Factor bosses are pulling out all the stops to boost their dwindling viewing figures for Saturday and Sundays final shows. Benidorm’s favourite son, the two annoying teenage girls (who survived instead of the best female singer) and the sweet Irish boy all got the boot last week …….. so who’s left? Well, if you’re still interested and if you are, you’re definitely in the minority, the final three contestants are Dalton, who’s been the nailed on favourite since the beginning of time, Scarlett, who seems to have been around forever and
scouse comeback boy Anthony ….. everybody shout FIX!! And that’s been the problem with this year’s contest, which seems to have dissolved into a shambles, with accusations of manipulation by producers Rule changes from Simon, the close pre-show relationship between Louis Tomlinson and Anthony and charges of nepotism between Ayda and Robbie Williams who always voted to keep each others acts in, have left viewers, angry and peed off. Stars lined up to appear on the two show final are Nile Rodgers and Chic, Ellie Goulding, George Ezra, James Arthur and Anne-Marie (singing
Rewrite the Stars from The Greatest Showman ….yes!!) and everybody’s favourite ‘Old Man/ Boyband’, Take That. But who will duet with the contestants? Well, my guess is Dalton and Nile Rodgers or George Ezra, Scarlett with Ellie Goulding or Anne-Marie and Anthony with all of them and Louis! All will be revealed this weekend and as for Robbie Williams joining his former bandmates for a song? Don’t hold your breath, he’s probably got far too many other commitments to be arsed with showing up …… I’m sure Nile Rodgers will step in though!
Anthony Russell, Scarlett Moffatt and Dalton Harris will contest this weekend’s X Factor
purports to have been restructured into its “natural source state”, of which, he drinks five litres a day and even fills his swimming pool with it. Now, we’re getting into stranger and let’s be frank, expensive territory, which may not be a problem for multi millionaire Edmonds, but a bit on the pricey side for you and me. I mean, I baulk at paying 22 cents for a couple of litres of Mercadona’s finest, but with his I’m a Celeb fee reported to be around half a million quid, I guess the campmate can afford plenty of 12 dollar bottles of grand water and a few electronic pads to sit his toned arse on.
Shawn’s ‘gay’ rumours take their toll
It’s easy to assume that in our enlightened, Instagram-fuelled, social media obsessed world, coming out as gay, would be an easy thing to do. Of course, the opposite is true and young people of all sexual persuasions and genders struggle to identify themselves, with so much prejudice still around. Take successful Canadian singer, Shawn Mendes, for instance, who has had a string of worldwide hits since he started showcasing his music on the Vine sharing site five years ago (remember ‘Stitches’?). Twenty year old Shawn, recently opened up to Rolling Stone magazine in an interview, where he addressed the gay rumours that have dogged his career from the start. “I’d like to say I don’t care about it, but that’s not true”, he told the magazine on the subject of the “massive, massive thing for the last five years about me being gay”. Since his rise to fame in the last few years, there have been plenty of jokes and memes about Shawn, which have suggested that he’s secretly gay, and hiding his sexuality. He said: “In the back of my heart, I feel like I need to go be seen with someone — like a girl — in public, to prove to people that I’m not gay. Even though in my heart I know that it’s not a
bad thing. Shawn goes on to say that, in fact it’s no one’s business but his own, whether he identifies as straight, gay or bi and is quick to point out that if he was actually a young gay man, struggling to come to terms with his sexuality, it would be even worse. In 2016, he felt compelled to address the issue in a tweet, in which he wrote: “I thought, ‘you f***ing guys are so lucky I’m not actually gay and terrified of coming out,’ ” he continued. “That’s something that kills people. That’s how sensitive it is. “Do you like the songs? Do you like me? Who cares if I’m gay?” Well said Shawn, it takes guts to take on the internet trolls face to face and by the way your last single Lost in Japan is on my Spotify rewind.
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Javea Javea U3A members can be sure of a real Christmas cracker at the November monthly meeting at the Parador hotel next Wednesday (Nov 28)! It is time for the annual Extravaganza, when fellow members let their hair down and entertain the audience with fantastic fun, frolics and fun. And this year’s show promises to be as hilarious as ever with a few surprises in store. The cast have been rehearsing over the last few weeks in order to put on the best
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Horoscopes ARIES (March 21st-April 20th) LIBRA (Sept 24th-Oct 23rd) What do you have to lose, Aries? You’ve been a social butterfly The planets are shaking you in the lately, Libra! The sociable phase hopes of ridding you of your old you’re currently in demands objectives to make way for new a great deal of energy. You’re growth. You feel doubt where attracted to some of your new ARIES once there was only certainty. LIBRA acquaintances but irritated by When you consider the worst that others. One in particular causes can happen, it may help you to realize that what you real anxiety today. You have two choices. you’re clinging to really isn’t all that important. Either abandon your new group of friends entirely, It’s time to let go and begin anew. or expel the person who’s causing you trouble.
SCORPIO (Oct 24th-Nov 22nd) TAURUS (April 21st-May 21st) Your thin skin feels even thinner You aren’t the only one who can than usual today, Scorpio. If you solve your problems, Taurus. happen to witness a violent Trust that there are others who outburst in the street, at work, or on are capable of understanding. television, you suddenly become Those who want to help you TAURUS are motivated only by love, with SCORPIO aware of your vulnerability. Don’t let it frighten you into hiding. no ulterior motives. It’s in your nature to be skeptical, but these people do exist. As one of the few remaining guardians of the And guess what? You could meet one of them world’s dwindling reserves of kindness, you have a responsibility. today! GEMINI (May 22nd-June 21st) Have you noticed how delays seem to occur more often, Gemini? Today will be no exception. Something you’ve been waiting for has been delayed GEMINI yet again. It may be that the order form got lost or that there was some unforeseeable delay in sending it to you. Even with your mild-mannered Gemini temperament, you’re beginning to be a little irked! Sit tight. All will be resolved shortly.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23rd-Dec 21st) People sometimes say that you’re a little aggressive in your approach, Sagittarius. But today you feel a little tired of leading the charge on the battlefield. SAGITTARIUS You can learn a lot from your friends who can teach you to think of things in relative terms without allowing yourself to become emotionally involved in every situation. Try to relax for a change!
CANCER (June 22nd-July 23rd) Get outside and get moving, Cancer! If you can manage to take the day off, this would be a good time to release some energy. You used to enjoy competition when CANCER you were little. Remember how exhilarating it was to be the first to the top of the hill? You will find your life greatly enriched if you can find a way to rekindle similar feelings.
CAPRICORN (Dec 22nd-Jan 20th) You may be a bit oversensitive today, Capricorn. It’s possible that you will be irritable and conflicted as you begin to suspect that long-term projects CAPRICORN may not be finished. The time has come to take stock. There is likely a good reason that you’ve been unable to complete that project you undertook several months ago. Advice from others should steer you in the right direction.
LEO (July 24th-August 23rd) AQUARIUS (Jan 21st-Feb 19th) There’s no point in trying to Devote the day to your children or make sense of today, Aquarius. partner, Leo. You may protest that Much of what happens occurs it’s too hard to find the time to give on an unconscious level and them the attention they deserve. You defies any rational explanation. don’t have time for yourself, much LEO less anyone else. In any case, you will AQUARIUS You may have had a dream last night worthy of professional probably feel torn between what is expected of you and what you feel you can realistically interpretation. If you can bear turning off your give. If you want to dispel the inner tension, take care intellect, this could be a very profitable day for you. in the choices you make in the next few weeks. VIRGO (August 24th-Sept 23rd) A friend or family member is slowly poisoning your relationship, Virgo. A misunderstanding between the two of you will ultimately prove beneficial in the long run. VIRGO Why? It makes you realize how uncomfortable you are with vague, ill-defined relationships. Today would be a good day to write a letter to the person in question. You’re likely to find the results gratifying.
Big Barca task
Tottenham believe they can beat Barcelona in the Nou Camp next month to reach the Champions League knockout stage, says boss Mauricio Pochettino. Christian Eriksen’s goal gave Spurs a 1-0 win over Inter Milan at Wembley on Wednesday to keep their hopes alive. The Londoners now need to match Inter’s result at home to PSV Eind-
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hoven on 11 December to reach the last 16. “Barcelona are one of the best teams in Europe and they have unbelievable players,” said Pochettino. “We have big respect for Barcelona, but we have belief that we can win
Georgia´s promise England’s Georgia Hall by Neil Mortimer has vowed to become world number one af- two consecutive Ladies ter becoming the European Tour Order of youngest player Merit titles. to win Hall, 22, secured her maiden major victory at the Women’s British Open in August - the first English winner since Karen Stupples in 2004. T h e world num-
ber eight was also voted Players’ Player of the Year. “That is my main goal, to become number one,” Hall said. “I’m going to work hard in the off season to get off to a great start next year and take the next step.” England’s Dame Laura Davies previously held the record for the youngest players to win consecutive order of merit awards having won the second of her seven titles at the age of 23.
PISCES (Feb 20th-March 20th) This is a confusing period for all of us, Pisces. But no doubt you’ve noticed this. In such circumstances, some people become more rigid than ever they resist dramatic PISCES because change. They try to hold on to tradition. Your Pisces sensitivity makes you very receptive to the past, but current conditions should inspire you to let go of some of your convictions.
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Manchester United are set to trigger the one-year option on goalkeeper David de Gea’s contract to avoid any uncertainty over his future heading into the January transfer window. Spain international De Gea, 28, joined United from Atletico Madrid in 2011. His contract ends in the summer, which would allow him to talk to overseas clubs from 1 January and potentially sign a
pre-contract agreement. However, United have an option to extend the deal for another year. De Gea’s representatives are already working on the basis that his contract will expire in 2020. Meanwhile, newspaper reports suggests that Chile forward Alexis Sanchez, 29, is determined to leave Old Trafford after being snubbed by manager Jose Mourinho.
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Las Ramblas Golf Society On Monday it was a case of ‘lluvia dejo de jugar’ which for those of you not fluent yet means ‘rain stopped play’. (Getting very educational now!) Not much to report here then! Wednesday’s stableford had a variation in as much as each player could nominate two holes as a ‘Joker’ where their scores would be doubled. In first place, with a great score of 44 points (and that included two blobs) was Hendrick Oldenziel. The next three places all scored 40 points each, on countback, Bryan Neal took second spot followed by Ron Phipps and Marleen Bitten. There were six ‘2’s today with Pete Dunn being greedy and getting
two of them. On Thursday we had a very good turnout for an enjoyable presentation lunch at the clubhouse with a traditional and tasty estofado being served. Many thanks to all the staff for looking after us so well. The major trophies, contested for over the course of the year were awarded, with some proud members collecting more than just the one accolade. On Friday we competed in the ever popular team game 1-2-3 Waltzer. When the judge’s scores were in, our winners, with 85 points, were Geoff Biggerstaff, Terry Field, Trevor Pulleyblank and the fictional Albert.
La Marina Golf Society THE STAMFORD TROPHY We met at ALTORREAL on a dismal morning with drizzle in the air to play for a new trophy kindly presented by member Pete Stevenson. The quality of golf matched the weather and nobody attained a par score. Social Secretary IAIN LYALL took the Silver award with a score of 33points and
added a NTP prize. Three players were in contention from the Gold group with 34 points, but on count back the Gold Award and the Stamford Trophy were won by Alex Leach. Unfortunately he was unable to attend the prize giving ,so Captain Elspeth stood in for him in the photo. Winners of the NTP’S were ,in addition to IAIN,
Mike Green,Gerry McCabe and Alan Craig. Our next meeting is at Las Colinas 10.00 first tee on 6th December, list on the board at the Sports CENTRE or contact Alan on a100ac@yahoo.co.uk. A reminder of the Annual Presentation Night on 7th December. Please contact IAIN on 634326451 with your meal requirements.
Quesada Bowls Club Report by Dee Stephenson
Ruby´s Golf, Captains Day This fixture always sparks a lot of interest from our members and this year was no exception. 28 players (would have been more if we could have gotten more tee times) divided into two teams, Captain versus Vice Captain, played out a Ryder cup style of match play. George Marshall Dean, vice captain already one game down this year tried desperately to inspire his team to victory against the Captain, Dave Sheltons team. First rubber went to the Vice captains team, very good start for George, second rubber also to the Vice Captain, excellent, George felt sure this was his day, unfortunately the next five teams failed him and the
Captain triumphed again, final score 5/2, unlucky George, there is always next year when you step up to the plate and become Captain. The individual scores on the day were very good with nearest the pins from Peter List, Robert Scott and Nigel Wright, second place was taken by Theresa Wright with 39 points and the best score of the day of 40 points taking the Captains day trophy, an engraved glass ice bucket, was Jim McCarthy. We returned to Rayz bar for the presentation where new owners Marrisa and Jamie provided us with a nice buffet of chicken curry and rice and sandwiches, many thanks for being such nice hosts guy’s.
At the presentation we had a couple of raffles and also auctioned off some golf vouchers from Vistabella golf, and meal vouchers from Stan and Ollies many thanks to them for their generous donations. All the money raised from the raffles and auctions was donated to the Captains charity, Bright futures of Bardia which is run by our members Jayne Hannam and Steve James. Another great day and evening with lots of fun and banter many thanks to the Captain, Vice Captain and committee for all their hard work. If you wish to play with us or join our society please email rubysgolf@ yahoo.co.uk
The rain in Spain certainly fell on the bowling greens in torrents on Monday and stopped play! All of QBC’s matches in the South Alicante League were cancelled and have been rescheduled to a later date. Meanwhile the Winter league players had a bye. They currently have 58 points - only 8 points behind the leaders with a game in hand, so everything to play for next week. In the Southern League the Swifts enjoyed a competitive match against MonteMar Toreadors. Another fine 8-4 victory for them this week with 97-71 shots, which maintains their position near the top of the League Division B. And in the same division, Quesada Swans were away to San Luis Leopards and also secured an 8-4 win, with shots 95 to 81. Short and sweet report this week, but plenty to play for and report next week, as players catch up with rescheduled matches. Just a reminder that our popular Saturday morning chicken drive is open to visitors. Green fees are only 6 euros if you have your own shoes and bowls and 7 euros if you need to hire them. Anyone interested in taking part, please report to The Club, Quesada for a 9.30am start. For more information about our club, please contact our membership secretary Angie Goddard newleaf2014@hotmail.com New bowlers are always welcome and introductory coaching is available
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Friday 30th November Solihull Moors v Blackpool BBC 2 - 20:55
Saturday 1st December
FC Halifax Town v AFC Wimbledon BT Sport 1 - 13:30 Maidstone Utd v Oldham - 16:00 Wrexham v Newport County BT Sport 1 - 21:00
Premiership Football Friday 30th November Cardiff City v Wolves - 21:00
Saturday 1st December
ALL TIMES GIVEN ARE SPANISH TIME
Golf
Friday 30th November
AfrAsia Bank - Mauritius Open Sky Sports Golf - 09:30 Hero World Challenge 2018 Sky Sports Golf - 19:30
Saturday 1st December
AfrAsia Bank - Mauritius Open Sky Sports Golf - 08:30 Hero World Challenge 2018 Sky Sports Golf - 18:00
Sunday 2nd December
AfrAsia Bank - Mauritius Open Sky Sports Golf - 08:30 Hero World Challenge 2018 Sky Sports Golf - 17:00
Man City v Bournemouth - 16:00 Leicester City v Watford-16:00 Crystal Palace v Burnley - 16:00 Newcastle v West Ham- 16:00 Huddersfield v Brighton - 16:00 Southampton v Man Utd - 18:30
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Sunday 2nd December
Saturday 2nd December
Chelsea v Fulham - 13:00 Arsenal v Tottenham - 15:05 Liverpool v Everton - 17:15
English football Saturday 1st December Sheff Utd v Leeds Sky Sports Football - 13:30
Sunday 2nd December Maidstone Utd v Oldham Sky Sports Football - 16:00
Middlesbrough v Aston Villa Sky Sports Football - 18:30
Englands whitewash England’s cricketers held their nerve to complete a first series whitewash in Sri Lanka with a tense 42-run victory in the third Test in Colombo on Monday. England’s 3-0 victory is the first time they have won every Test in a series in Sri Lanka and is only the
Saturday 1st Decewmber Kilmarnock v Hibernian BT Sport 1 - 16:00 Kilmarnock v Hibernian BT Sport 1 - 13:00
third time - after India last year and Australia in 2004 - that a touring side have beaten the hosts by that scoreline. England’s captain Joe Root said:- “It has been a fabulous tour. It has been a complete team performance throughout the whole trip.” “Everyone has contributed in some shape or form and that is the most pleasing and impressive thing.” Next year brings three Tests away to the West Indies starting in January and then one against Ireland ahead of the big summer clash at home to the Australians to try to regain the Ashes.
Celtic v Aberdeen BT Sport 1 - 16:00
Spanish Football Friday 30th November Vallecano v Eibar Eleven Sports 1 - 21:00 Getafe v Espanyol Eleven Sports 1 - 18:30 Girona v Atletico Madrid Eleven Sports 1 - 16:15
Campbells challenge by Neil Mortimer
Former England defender Sol Campbell has got himself a baptism of fire in his first managerial job, as he has taken the reins of beleaguered League Two side Macclesfield Town. The 44-year-old has taken charge with the Silkmen five points adrift at the foot of the English Football League. Campbell played 73 times for England and appeared in six major tournaments. He also won several domestic honours, including Premier League titles with Arsenal in 2001-02 and 2003-04. Campbell said that he was pleased to get the job and that his players were “up for it”.
Mark of respect Formula One title rivals Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel took the opportunity to swap their F1 helmets following the conclusion of the season in Abu Dhabi last Sunday. Hamilton and Vettel have fought each other for the drivers’ title in the last two seasons, with the Mercedes driver coming out on top in both years. Despite the pair’s intense rivalry, they have maintained a high level of respect off-
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track, often defending each other when responding to questions posed by the media. In a video released by Mercedes on the team’s Twitter account, it shows the pair swapping helmets with each other following the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, which Hamilton won with Vettel coming home in second. “This is kind of an honorary thing that drivers do,”
Hamilton said in the video. “This is the highest kind of regard of respect that we can have as drivers, this is like our jerseys.” Vettel, who hasn’t won the title since during his days with Red Bull in 2013, added: “Well done. Five championships is a great achievement and I hope I stop you from any more.” Hamilton’s title triumph in 2018 means he now has five titles to his name, compared to Vettel who has four.
Preferente news
Three of the top four places in Preferente Group Four are occupied by Alicante-based sides, with third-placed CD Almoradi breaking the sequence. The Vega Baja side recorded a three-two home win over Elda(captains pictured at kick off with referee Emilio Espigares Jiminez), where the visitors were unlucky to get nothing after losing to a last minute Manu penalty. Almoradi now go to sixth-placed Callosa Deportiva in a local clash, on the back of Callosa’s two-one derby win at CD Thader, who in turn go to Alicante University this week. Intercity Sant Joan lead the table, after their two-one victory at Redovan, and this weekend play UD Ilicitana.
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Second-placed Hercules B recorded a two-nil win at UD Horadada, and now have a match against in-form Villajoyosa, who thrashed Aspe, 5-1. Horadada meanwhile are at Elda this Saturday afternoon. CFI Alicante are fourth in the standings after a laborious one-nil result at bottom side Villena, and next welcome struggling CD Torrevieja on Sunday, with Torry gone down one-nil at home to Alicante University last weekend. CD Benidorm got their third win of the campaign, after beating Orihuela B, threenil, but they remain-second bottom, with a trip to Benferri to come on Saturday.
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FRIday 30TH NOVEMBER 2018
Sport
FURY’S WILDER TEST
BRITAIN’S Tyson Fury takes on Deontay Wilder in the early hours of this Sunday morning for the WBC heavyweight title, with many experts predicting a close contest in Los Angeles. The Staples Center will host the fight which is expected to start at around 5.30 am(Spanish time), with organisers expecting a capacity crowd of 17,500. Fury said he will remain flexible in his approach to taking on Wilder, insisting he will be prepared to “box, fight” or “go in the trenches”.
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“I stand here sincere, I ain’t here for no money, a payday. I’m here to win,” Fury said. “I’ve never been as fit or ready. In all my career, I’ve never had two wins backto-back in the same year like this year. I’ve always had massive inactivity. “I’m going to win this fight, one million per cent I will overcome him and win.” Wilder told reporters he will knock out Fury on Saturday, adding: “It’s solely my time.”
Ex-British world champion Lennox Lewis said:- “If it goes the distance then it belongs to Tyson Fury. If it’s a short fight it will belong to Deontay Wilder. This is an epic and most-unpredictable showdown. I can’t wait for this fight.” And legend Mike Tyson called it this way:- “Although Wilder’s punch is strong, nothing can compare to the mental strength Fury has shown both in and out of the ring. It’ll be a close call, but I think Fury’s got a true fighting chance.”
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