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Denia Health Department
Costa Blanca

Health department signs agreement with redundant Dénia medics

by Mark Nolan
written by Mark Nolan 3 minutes read

The Minister of Health, Marciano Gómez, signed the agreement of the Negotiating Committee of the 1st Collective Agreement for the redundant employees of the Department of Health of Dénia. This agreement will govern the working conditions of the redundant employees of the Department of Health of Dénia, subrogated by virtue of Decree 14/2024, of the Council.

This is a first step towards achieving the objective of the Ministry of Health that professionals in health departments that have moved to direct management and that have been subrogated, as is the case in Dénia, progressively have the same legal regime as the rest of public health personnel.

In this sense, the minister highlighted that it is a matter of working within a regulatory framework “to homogenize the legal regime of workers, rationalize and equalize their conditions in all areas of public health and, therefore, also for personnel who become part of the public health system after the change in management model”.

With this signature, an agreement has been formalized, on the one hand, to increase salaries from the date of subrogation of the staff, that is, February 1, 2024; on the other hand, a preliminary agreement on salary updates and other working conditions that will enter into force from the date on which the General Directorate of Budgets issues the prior and mandatory report relating to the measures that must take effect in the 2025 financial year.

Thus, the Ministry of Health will apply, with effect from the date of subrogation of the redundant staff of the Department of Dénia, February 1, 2024, an increase of 2.5% on their fixed remuneration recognized in their previous collective agreement, which will be consolidated for future years.

Salary update and other working conditions

Regarding the measures subject to the issuance of the prior and favourable report from the General Directorate of Budgets, these include the duration of working days, days of free time, measures in matters of equality and training, as well as the improvement of social benefits and the updating of remuneration.

In this sense, an annual working day of 1,676 hours is established for the day shift and night shift systems. The duration and regulation of the annual working day of the continuous care shift system (TAC) remains in force, established at 1,847 hours per year, and staff with a continuous care shift system (TDAC) will work an annual working day of 1,676 hours.

In addition, regarding the days of free disposal, workers will be able to enjoy 6 paid days of free disposal for each calendar year of effective work, each of which will be equivalent to 7 hours of working time.

Regarding training, the agreement states that workers with at least one year of recognized seniority are entitled to a paid leave of 28 hours per year for professional training for employment linked to the company’s activity, cumulative for periods of a maximum of five years, which will be applied under the same terms as currently.

The agreement also establishes the commitment of the Ministry of Health during the 2025 financial year to continue the negotiations of the First Collective Agreement for the terminated employees of the Department of Health of Dénia.

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Regional President Visits Torrevieja
Costa Blanca

Regional President Visits Torrevieja

by Mark Nolan
written by Mark Nolan 2 minutes read

The President of the Generalitat, Carlos Mazón, has pointed out that the new Leisure Centre of the Port of Torrevieja will be a “great reference for the tertiary sector and tourism in the Mediterranean arc”.

The head of the Consell made these statements during the visit he made, together with the mayor of Torrevieja, Eduardo Dolón, to learn about the progress of the works on the new Leisure Centre in the Port of Torrevieja and its surroundings.

an “example of public-private collaboration that promotes economic activity, job creation and tourism capacity.”

The highest representative of the Valencian Executive has pointed out that this project is an “example of public-private collaboration that promotes economic activity, job creation and tourism capacity.”

During his visit, Mazón assured that the investment of 100 million euros in this Leisure Centre and the works in the Port of Torrevieja, which have the backing and authorisations of the Generalitat, “will be a great attraction” for the Vega Baja region and the province of Alicante, while strengthening Torrevieja as a “nerve centre for tourism in the Mediterranean”.

In fact, the head of the Consell has assured that “it can already be seen that the works on the project are progressing at a good pace” and it is expected that in January the car park of the new Leisure Centre with 700 parking spaces will be enabled and the rest of the facilities in the summer of 2025.

Mazón has highlighted Torrevieja as a “perfect city-port pairing” that is integrating port activity and its maritime heritage with the promotion of tourism, leisure, sport and culture.

A comprehensive action in the Port of Torrevieja

Specifically, the investment earmarked for the transformation of the port of Torrevieja amounts to more than 100 million euro, of which around 60 million have been provided by the City Council and the rest by private initiative. Thus, work is being carried out in the new leisure area, as well as works already carried out such as the transfer and renovation of the fishing area, the rehabilitation of the old customs building and the demolition of the old fish market and office and harbour buildings.

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24 new fugitives added to the EU Most Wanted website

by Mark Nolan
written by Mark Nolan 1 minutes read

New profiles of murderers and criminals wanted for serious crimes have been added to the EU Most Wanted website. These individuals have blood on their hands – they have caused or attempted to cause the death of another person and could be walking among us.

Can you help us bring these dangerous fugitives to justice? All it takes is a quick look. By spending just a few seconds viewing their profiles, you could help bring them to justice and save more potential victims.

They have taken lives, let’s take them down.

The European Network of Fugitive Active Search Teams (ENFAST), supported by Europol, maintains the EU Most Wanted website to seek help finding fugitives across Europe. Over 20 criminals have just been added and this year’s catchphrase “blood on their hands” seeks to increase public awareness about dangerous fugitives wanted for serious crimes such as murder.

When you send an anonymous tip via the website, you will reach the ENFAST community, which is the European network of police officers within national fugitive teams. They are available around the clock and can immediately undertake action to locate and arrest fugitives when necessary. The members of ENFAST are all specialised in locating criminals on the run who are suspected, or have been convicted, of serious crimes and are subjects of European Arrest Warrants.

One tip could make all the difference.

This website has a proven track record since its launch in 2016:

  • 454 fugitive profiles have been published;
  • 164 fugitives have been apprehended;
  • 53 arrests occurred directly due to profiles published on the platform.

If you do recognise someone, do not approach them directly. Let us know through the fugitives’ profile pages. All new profiles are marked in red. Anonymous tips are accepted too. 

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Christmas Shopping
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Christmas Shopping Spend to Increase 142 Percent

by Mark Nolan
written by Mark Nolan 2 minutes read

The study “X-ray of Spanish purchases during the most commercial period of the year”, carried out by Miravia, reveals that during the Christmas period the average expenditure will be almost 240 euro per person, an increase of 142% compared to a normal month.

The results of the study also show that 85% of shoppers in Spain plan to make a purchase on Black Friday, with an average expenditure per person of 150 euro, an increase of 53% compared to a month of normal commercial activity (98 euro), and despite warnings of caution over “fake” offers by consumer associations, and even Government departments.

As for the breakdown by sex, men spend 10% more than women.

The survey shows that 8 out of 10 shoppers in Spain (80%) will use Black Friday discounts to do their Christmas shopping early. Gen Z (between 18 and 30 years old) (86%) and millennials (between 31 and 43) (82%) are those who show the most enthusiasm for promotions and offers. The least enthusiastic are boomers (56 to 75) with 73%. As for Christmas, boomers and Z (70% and 69%, respectively) are those who admit to making more last-minute purchases.

In addition, more than 6 out of 10 Spaniards (65%) say that the pre-Christmas discount campaign, which includes Black Friday, is the shopping period in which the greatest spending is made. This is followed by the post-Christmas campaign (January sales) (27%) and the summer sales (8%).

Yann Fontaine, CEO of Miravia, explains that “Black Friday has established itself as the most important discount campaign of the year and online shopping as the favourite option for Spaniards. In this way, e-commerce platforms play a fundamental role, since they offer the convenience, immediacy and hyper-personalised shopping experience that consumers demand. With Christmas just around the corner, our goal is for Spaniards to take advantage of the promotions and save as much as they can.”

As for the purchasing motivation, the main driver is to buy Christmas presents early (40%), followed by being able to access products they need that they normally cannot afford due to the price (35%) and being able to treat themselves to products that are usually more expensive (20%). Only 5% make purchases related to stocking up on essential products and promoting greater savings at home.

Furthermore, on Black Friday, 67% of Spaniards say they make more purchases for others, compared to 33% who prefer to give themselves gifts. The study also shows that the most popular categories for Spaniards on Black Friday are Electronics (71%), Fashion (49%) and Home/decoration and Beauty/personal care (28%, respectively). For women, Fashion is the main category, followed by Electronics and Beauty. For men, Electronics is the first by far, doubling the purchase intention of the second option, which is fashion (39%).

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Vaccine
Costa Blanca

Mobile Vaccination Unit Touring the Costa Blanca

by Mark Nolan
written by Mark Nolan 2 minutes read

With a primary focus currently on the flood-hit areas around Valencia, the Department of Health´s mobile vaccination unit it touring the Costa Blanca offering Covid-19 and flu jabs without the need for an appointment.

Mobile Vaccinations

This is the first time the Department has launched a mobile vaccination unit without an appointment, now visiting various points in the Valencian Community with a large influx of people. To get vaccinated, only the SIP card is required, without the need to request an appointment.

So far, 2,187 people have been vaccinated in the mobile unit. The itinerant tour began on November 9 in Alicante and Elche, and last weekend it moved to Castellón and Vila-real.

Where to get Vaccinated

The mobile unit is scheduled to be installed this weekend in Gandia, in Plaza del Tirant s/n at the end of Passeig de Les Germanies, on Saturday 23 November and on Sunday 24 November it will be installed on the esplanade of the Plaza del Ayuntamiento de València.

Subsequently, it is planned to move on November 8 to Alcoy in Plaza Pintor Gisbert, on December 14 to Plaza SS.MM Los Reyes de España in Benidorm, and on December 15, it will move to Torrevieja and will be located at Avda. Dr. Gregorio Marañón number 7.

Importance of Vaccine Schedule

Finally, it is important to remember the importance of keeping the vaccination schedule up to date and continuing with the seasonal vaccination campaign against influenza and Covid-19, as pointed out by the Public Health response coordination group, made up of experts from the Department of Health and the Ministry of Health, among others.

In addition, specialists insist on the need to administer systematic vaccination, that is, the vaccination schedule, especially in the child population under 2 years of age who have not yet been immunized.

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Weather Warning for Wind
Costa Blanca

Extreme Precautions Recommended Due to High Winds

by Mark Nolan
written by Mark Nolan 2 minutes read

The Director General of Fire Prevention for the Valencia region, Rosa Tourís, has reported the CECOPI (Centro de Coordinación Operativo Integrado) has evaluated the monitoring of the meteorological situation resulting in strong winds on the Costa Blanca and inland areas.

Weather Warning for Wind

Tourís has indicated that “the Emergency Coordination Centre has established an orange level wind alert in the southern interior of the province of Valencia and the northern interior of the province of Alicante and a yellow level wind alert in Castellón, the northern interior and the coast of the province of Valencia and the northern coast of Alicante with gusts that can reach up to 90 km/h”.

Extreme Caution Must be Exercised

For this reason, she has pointed out that extreme precautions must be taken, especially in the areas most affected by the floods. “All preventive measures must be taken in all areas where goods are stored and in areas with lots of trees, and the closure of parks and outdoor sports areas is also recommended,” said the CECOPI spokesperson.

“It is advisable, especially for the most vulnerable population, to use an FFP2 mask”

She also stressed the recommendations made by Public Health in the face of suspended dust: “It is advisable, especially for the most vulnerable population, to use an FFP2 mask and to maintain these measures for anyone who has to carry out cleaning tasks or other tasks outdoors in safe conditions.” These recommendations, she insisted, “must be observed as long as the presence of particles in re-suspension in the air is perceived.”

DANA Damage Cleaning Update

Regarding the removal of waste, sludge and vehicles in the municipalities, Tourís has indicated that this operation is maintained at the temporary collection points in the towns of Aldaia, Sedaví, Algemesí, Guadassuar and Alcúdia and that the average removal per day is 15,000 tonnes.

On the other hand, she added that work is being done on the sludge that has accumulated in garages, basements and lift shafts. “The Provincial Council has indicated that the garages in which action will be taken in the coming days have already been registered. According to the records it handles, there are a total of more than 660 locations in basements and garages in the towns of Albal, Catarroja, Alfafar, Massanassa, Paiporta, Picanya, Benetússer and Sedaví,” she said.

The spokesperson has assured that the special group, which includes the different bodies, continues to evaluate the progress of these tasks. Work is continuing in both maritime and land areas, in l’Albufera, where a request has also been made to suspend navigation of boats, the Poyo ravine, Loriguilla and Monserrat, among other areas.

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Motoring

AC Cars to unveil AC Ace Classic electric at SEMA 2024 with TREMEC

by TKOAdmin
written by TKOAdmin 5 minutes read
  • Britain’s oldest active vehicle manufacturer to launch new EV sports car
  • To be unveiled at SEMA 2024, 5th Nov at 13:30PST. at the TREMEC booth (#21455)
  • New coachwork design inspired by one of AC’s most iconic cars
  • Integrated EV Platform engineered and manufactured by market leader TREMEC Electric GT
  • Unique Anglo-American collaboration the first step in new partnership
  • Deliveries commencing spring 2025, for a limited number of cars
  • Advance registration via AC Cars website – ac.cars

AC Cars, Britain’s oldest active vehicle manufacturer, will unveil its brand-new sports car, the AC Ace Classic electric at the SEMA 2024 show with electrified performance technologies partner TREMEC Electric GT.

A new version of the recently announced AC Ace Classic and AC Ace Bristol Classic, the car was conceived at AC Cars’ advanced facility on the UK’s south coast, before completion in the US, to deliver a timeless style of motoring energised by the latest electric powertrain technology.

TREMEC’s unmatched heritage in Performance Technologies, which includes its Advanced Electrification Capabilities, made it the obvious partner for this new roadster from the British company that can trace its roots back to 1901.

Evocative of the origin story of the famous car that the original AC Ace evolved into, the AC Cobra, the chassis, coachwork and interior of each vehicle will be hand crafted before receiving their electrified performance powertrain.

TREMEC Electric GT’s turnkey eGT413 Modular EV platform is fully integrated into the AC Ace and is designed to elicit a powerful driving experience in this most iconic of sports cars. With 300 eHorse Power (225 kW), a 72 kWh battery package, and a sub 1,134 kg (2,500 lb) curb weight the AC Ace delivers excellent performance. DC Fast Charging combined with a 200+ miles of range per charge provide an extremely functional and reliable roadster.  *

Pairing traditional skills pair with advanced carbon-fibre for the bodywork, and the electrified powertrain providing staggering speed, all vehicles will arrive with a hand-finished interior.

Speaking ahead of unveiling David Conza, CEO of AC Cars, said: “We are extremely excited to have TREMEC as our electrified performance technologies partner for the new AC Ace Classic electric. The calibre of its work, and the depth of knowledge has been instrumental in developing a car both companies are incredibly proud of.”

Antonio Herrera, Managing Director of TREMEC added: “To be working with such a historically significant marque as AC Cars, and to be delivering Electrifying Performance to such an iconic design, really demonstrates our approach to revolutionising automotive powertrains.”

Reservations and orders for the new AC Ace electric are now open, with the unique sports car starting at $275,000 before local sales and state taxes. Deliveries will start in 2025 for a limited number of cars. More details and advance registration will be available here.

The Return of the AC Ace

The AC Ace Classic electric and AC Ace Bristol Classic electric are a new chapter for one of the all-time great British sports cars. Capturing the halcyon days of roadsters, it uses cutting edge construction techniques to deliver benchmark ride and handling. An original-type chassis, carbon-fibre bodywork and a modern powertrain blend seamlessly with the iconic styling to deliver an unmatched driving experience.

Throughout the company’s 123-year history, no other model from AC Cars’ past has the same significance as the AC Ace. With an innovative chassis for its time, and a lightweight aluminium body it gained the respect of enthusiasts and racers alike for its everyday drivability and competition pace. This is the car that would eventually transform into AC Cobra of legend.

The AC Ace was no stranger to racing success in the US, and proved highly effective at the SCCA National Championships. Very popular amongst private owners, it dominated the E Production class – winning three years running at the Sebring 12-Hour race. The AC Ace was clearly highly respected, and in 1958 influential magazine Sports Car Illustrated declared the car: “…as close to a racing sports car you can get and still have a ‘streetable’ machine.”

The new electrified AC Ace will be available in two distinct personalities of car – reflecting the evolution of the original AC Ace over its 10-year production run 1953-1963.

For fans of the later cars the AC Ace Classic electric uses the open grille design of the AC Ace before its transformation into the famed AC Cobra, while the AC Ace Bristol Classic electric employs the earlier ‘smiling face’ that graced the model for its launch in 1953. Both models feature graceful rolling flanks and wheel arches, in contrast to the flat-sided original design.

As befitting the return an archetypal name, the AC team have employed traditional techniques to create and refine the car’s graceful lines. However, this will still allow for a precision carbon-fibre bodywork to be crafted at the company’s facility on the UK’s south coast. Immensely strong, yet light, the work employs the same techniques as AC Cars’ flagship model, the AC Cobra GT Roadster.  

Cars for US customers will be shipped to TREMEC’s North American Manufacturing Facilities where the electric powertrain will be fitted, and the cars readied for delivery. The new AC Ace electrification project is the beginning of an Electrified Performance partnership between TREMEC and AC Cars.

Unveiled at SEMA 2024 on the TREMEC stand (#21455), the new AC Ace Classic electric and AC Ace Bristol Classic electric will be delivered as brand new, road registered cars. Priced at $275,000 before tax and any personalisation or bespoke options, they will be available as left-and-right-hand drive and intended for US as well as UK clients. Each car will bear an official chassis number, denoting it as a true AC and a descendent of the historic AC Ace.

More details and advance registration will be available here.

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