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Recyclable waste collection workers announce strike action

Workers involved with the collection of glass, plastic and paper waste have announced a strike at the beginning of October.

Recyclable waste collection workers announce strike action

Workers involved with the collection of glass, plastic and paper waste have announced a strike at the beginning of October.

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Man injured in car crash in Playa Blanca

Last night, the emergency services were called to the roundabout before entering Playa Blanca (coming down from Femes) after reports that a car had rolled over during a crash.

Local olive oil proudly features medal on bottle

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The Flower Power garden centre’s “Finca el Refugio” olive oil recently won best bottle design and presentation at the Agrocanarias 2024 awards and each bottle now proudly displays the medal.

Bodega Vulcano win gold medal at Concours de Lyon 2024

Bodega Vulcano have returned to Lanzarote with a gold medal after attending the Concours International de Lyon 2024 competition.

Tourist runs into prohibited area

The Tabaiba Collective have published a video of a tourist running down the side of the Volcán del Cuervo, right past a sign that forbids visitors from leaving the footpath.

Protest against mass tourism

Lanzarote and three other Canary islands will hold marches against mass tourism on April 20th.

Tias seeks local opinions

Tias Ayuntamiento has launched an online survey that any citizen can participate in, to develop a route-map for the municipality over the best years.

Petrol discount “discriminates against Lanzarote and Fuerteventura”

The Nueva Canarias /Canarian Block (NC) party have angrily denounced the Canarian Government's decision to apply a 20-cent discount on every litre of petrol to the “green islands” of La Gomera, El Hierro and La Palma, a policy which will come into effect today and is likely to last until the end of the year.

Some of the best views on Lanzarote

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Exploring the island is a joy for adventurous tourists and locals. You’re guaranteed to stumble across some of the best views on Lanzarote, which are not often found on the internet.

Your property experts in Lanzarote

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The team at Lanzarote Agents have a collective 30 years of experience in all aspects of the property market and can help you find your ideal property on the island.

It’s a Barbie World!

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The Castillo de Santa Barbara has watched over the old town of Teguise for 400 years – an unmissable landmark perched on top of an ancient volcano. However, it will soon be more unmissable than ever after a local councillor announced plans to paint it hot pink and rename it Saint Barbie's Castle.

Uga wall protest

Uga residents have protested at the demolition of a wall outside the church of San Isidro Labrador.

Happy Holi in Puerto del Carmen!

Lanzarote's Hindu community invites everybody to celebrate the festival of Holi today at the Plaza de las Naciones at Los Pocillos, Puerto del Carmen.

Do British tourists need a letter of invitation?

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Do you really need a letter of invitation to stay with friends or family in Lanzarote? Don't panic... In this article we explain all the details of the regulation.

Lanzarote facing “a difficult summer”

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Lanzarote faces “a difficult summer” if the current drought continues, according to the Canarian President.

Readers’ Letters – April 2024

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Our readers regularly send us messages and emails regarding Lanzarote, here are some of your thoughts that we printed in the April edition.