Vera-Cartagena toll road a flop – it’s official

State-of-the-art motorway failing expectations, more than three years after opening

By Richard Torné

THE much vaunted Vera to Cartagena toll road –hailed as a state-of-the-art motorway when it opened in March 2007- is failing to meet expectations, according to figures issued by the ministry of public works.

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Safety on our beaches

Protection for local bathers limited, claims report

By Jackie Bragg

BATHER’S are not receiving enough protection on Almería’s beaches as lifeguards are only available for an eight-hour period, leaving swimmers at risk outside these hours, according to recent reports.

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HEAVY FINES FOR TOURIST DRIVERS

Foreign drivers set to be charged hundreds of euros in on-the-spot speeding fines

By Jackie Bragg and Barry Wright

SPANISH traffic authorities have unveiled a new initiative to clampdown on speeding holidaymakers on the Costas with speed traps aimed at recognising vehicles with foreign number plates, reports reveal.

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Summer sales a wash out

By Matthew Pritchard

SUMMER sales in the province of Almería so far this year have been a total wash out, according to shop keepers and business associations.

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Nine out of 10 recommend local health centres

Report claims that Almería’s are generally happy with health care, but do expat Brits agree?

By Jackie Bragg

THE vast majority of residents in Almería would recommend their doctors to a friend or family member and are generally satisfied with the care they receive, according to a recent report published by the Andalucian health council.

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Turre hit by severe water cuts

Mayor dismisses claims wells are drying up

By Richard Torné

TURRE’S water supply could dry up unless the council takes urgent steps to drill a new underground well, according to an opposition councillor.

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