Almería
Provincial news from around Almeria, Andalucia, Spain
Misplaced Trust
A British citizen in Almería was arrested, charged and found guilty of swindling a pensioner of his savings. The 22-year-old man obtained over 18,000 euros from the pensioner's account using his victim's banking book and password. »
Fake Ukrainian Tourists
A criminal gang, operating in Almería and dedicated to smuggling in illegal immigrants from the Ukraine has been cracked by the Policia Nacional »
British Consular Newsletter – November
What is Benefit Theft? The vast majority of people who claim UK benefits are honest, law-abiding citizens. But there are those who try to cheat the system. People who are in receipt of UK benefits have a responsibility to keep the authorities informed of any change in their circumstances, as this can affect their... »
2000th Post!
This website came into existence in April 2009 and by the 15th of August 2010 we had reached our 1001st post and were pretty chuffed, but today we're proud to register our 2,000th post! »
Tropico de Europa
The hoteliers have dug out an old term to put our section of the coast on the map, so to speak: Tropico de Europa. The problem with the term Costa Tropical is that many tourists immediately think of Central America, which is, admittedly, more logical. »
Teacher Cheated on Exams?
The Public Prosecutor is recommending a jail sentence for a female ex-teacher who allegedly forged examination results so that six of her students failed. »
Three Missing in Cuevas del Almanzora Landslide
A landslide in the early hours of today has left three people trapped in their 'cave dwelling' in Cuevas del Almanzora (Almeria). »
British Consulate Newsletter
Monthly Newsletter from the British Consulate in Malaga, containing news on pensions, The Royal British Legion and Age Concern, amongst other points. »
Father Dies Saving Daughter
A 40-year-old father, you managed to save his 11-year-old daughter from drowning in an irrigation storage pool, was rushed to the ICU at El Egido hospital, but to no avail as he died shortly after. »
British Consulate Newsletter – September
The monthly newsletter for September, sent out by the British Consulate in Malaga, Spain, giving advice and information for the British expat population. »
