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Urgent meeting requested by Alicante firefighters to settle labour dispute

Since “he is the only one who could mediate to resolve the labour dispute” due to “poor management” of the various departments, the staff board of the Alicante Provincial Fire Consortium (CPBA) has asked for a “urgent” meeting with Toni Pérez, the president of the Provincial Council.

The board indicated in a statement that this was decided upon during a general meeting this Tuesday in Sant Vicent del Raspeig Park (Alicante) that was attended in person by over 300 employees and virtually by about 100 experts.

According to Alicante Provincial Council officials, the provincial government reaffirms its “dialogue” and “willingness” to engage with union representatives.

However, the staff board of the Fire Consortium contends that “the fundamental cause of the conflict that has arisen is the chaotic nature of the Consortium’s administration, which it explains “is due to a lack of coordination between the heads of the various departments, who, in some cases, far from providing the responsibility and work necessary for the optimal functioning of this public emergency service, are instead simply putting obstacles in ways of management.”

“Bad management”

The board goes on to say that “poor management” of the operational intervention department (DOI) is also to blame for “the discontent of the workforce,” which warrants “separate mention” and was the “trigger for the start of this conflict.”

He expresses remorse for the Consortium’s “late and limited” mobilisation of resources for the October 29th strike, as well as for “the agreements reached with the social sector” and “the failure to comply with the minimum requirements for each category 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.”

Along with “lack of time control for senior officials and the use of official vehicles for private purposes,” it also identifies factors like “the distribution of staff by area” and “oversizing of senior management.”

While acknowledging that the chief executive “has demonstrated a willingness to try to resolve the conflict,” the staff committee also acknowledges that “he has suffered from a lack of authority, and this has caused the heads of the various departments to rebel.” They are to blame for the existing state of affairs rather than trying to enhance the administration of this emergency service. In light of this, it serves as an example of how the Provincial Council “has been forced” to “outsource the payroll service.”

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Couple jailed for robberies using the “hug” method in Malaga and Alicante

The Guardia Civil has arrested a man and a woman, both 38 years old, for allegedly committing six crimes in Malaga and Alicante using the “hug” approach. After appearing before a judge, they were ordered to be held in custody.

On May 1st in Calpe (Alicante), police from the investigation area of the town’s main post saw a suspicious car driving at a low speed. The vehicle’s occupants were particularly interested in older folks passing through the region.

Given these odd conditions, investigators checked the vehicle’s database and determined it was associated with previous crimes. They then identified the occupants, verifying that each had an arrest warrant for a robbery committed weeks earlier in Marbella, according to a Guardia Civil statement.

Key information concerning the arrest:

A 38-year-old man and woman were arrested for six crimes in Malaga and Alicante.
They employed the hugging approach to perpetrate crimes.
They have been linked to a violent robbery in Marbella.
The embrace technique is a frequent practice among organised crime groups.

A couple arrested for robbery with the hug method

While police were conducting the arrest, it was discovered that the same couple had committed a theft in Calpe, stealing two gold chains from a tourist by fondling and personal contact. A thorough examination linked them to four other similar events since April.

Significant economic damage

Several high-end watches were violently robbed in Jávea, Pilar de la Horadada, and Marbella. Jewellery and watches were also stolen in La Nucía, Calpe, and Pedreguer. The anticipated financial loss surpasses €140,000. Both detainees were taken before Denia Investigating Court No. 2 and sentenced to prison.

Criminal organisations’ methods of operation

The hug method is a popular tactic among organised travel groups.
They prefer elderly persons or those in vulnerable positions as their victims.
They distract their victims with phoney gestures of affection before stealing things.

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Woman dies after being struck by a train while crossing the track in Villena, Alicante

One person died yesterday, Monday May 12th after being struck by an Intercity train travelling from Valencia to Cartagena in Villena (Alicante) while crossing an unauthorised point, according to Renfe sources. The main hypothesis is suicide, although the circumstances are still being clarified, according to sources.

According to Guardia Civil sources, the call to 112 was received around 5:00 p.m., and the body was recovered at 7:00 p.m.

Renfe reported that the incident happened at 4:57 p.m. and involved five trains. As a result, an alternative bus route has been established for medium-distance trains. Service resumed at 7:15 p.m.

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Torrevieja amusement park will stay at Antonio Soria Park for another year

Torrevieja City Council and the Torrevieja Fair Traders Association (ATIF) released a joint statement yesterday afternoon, Monday May 12th. Federico Alarcón, Councillor for Public Space Use, Openings, and Activities, declared that the fair would remain in Antonio Soria Park for another year.

The prospect of transferring the amusement park to Torrevieja’s waterfront for the months of July and August was discussed. However, the statement clarifies that after considering the feasibility and potential effects, it has been decided to remain in this temporary site.

The fair’s attractions reopened in June 2023, following a more than six-month absence, but at a different location, Antonio Soria Park. Since they are already losing revenue as a result of being away from their typical location, they have contemplated remaining put to ensure their return in 2026.

According to their study, returning during the summer months would disrupt development work on the port’s new recreational area, delaying its completion and, as a result, the amusement park’s return. The decision was made by an absolute majority of the association’s members.