Termites are on the verge of bringing many buildings in the old town down about inhabitants of Íllora’ ears. For the past fifteen years the voracious critters have succeeded in creating huge colonies up to two metres below ground.
Baza Growing
by Duncan Inglis •
Baza’s Town Hall has announced that it will sell their old sports complex for two million euros in order to not only build a new one, but also houses and a Lidl supermarket.
Easing The Burden
by Duncan Inglis •
In a move similar to recent activity in Loja, Baza’s Socialist government has announced that it will not raise local taxes in 2011, and will actually lower property tax. Economy Minister, Ramón Pozo, said he was aware of the problems people were having in the crisis and this was a way to help them.
Twisted Words & Minds
by Duncan Inglis •
Yet more political comments are being debated, this time in Guadix, as to what the speaker meant and if the intended listener really understood the words.
Violence Against Women
by Duncan Inglis •
The authorities in Baza are reporting a greater number of cases involving violence towards women this year, an increase of 20 per cent compared to 2009.
Guadix Ignored
by Duncan Inglis •
The PP of Guadix has complained that the Junta de Andalucía has left Guadix out of 2011budget. “This is the worse budget in the past 30 years,” said the party. They also offered a reward to anyone who could find Guadix in the proposed financial overhaul.
Granada’s Science Park
by Duncan Inglis •
We sent Duncan Inglis up to investigate the Science Park in the city of Granada – he came back with a grin and plenty to tell
November National News(I)
by Duncan Inglis •
The first part of a monthly summary of the Spanish National new for November
Business in Focus
by Duncan Inglis •
Going on holiday is supposed to be fun, but what if you fall sick? It does happen. And what do you do if you have chosen the south of Spain for your permanent residence and need healthcare but still haven’t got your tongue around the Spanish language yet? Perhaps you simply prefer a more personal and comfortable approach? Problems, problems…
October National News (I)
by Duncan Inglis •
The first part of the Spanish national news gathered for the October edition of the Seaside Gazette, which is compiled and written by Duncan Inglis