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Own Property in Both Lanzarote and the UK? Why Cross-Border Planning Matters More Than Ever

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For many expatriates and overseas property owners, having assets in more than one country can create unexpected legal and administrative complications if proper planning is not in place.

Own Property in Both Lanzarote and the UK? Why Cross-Border Planning Matters More Than Ever

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For many expatriates and overseas property owners, having assets in more than one country can create unexpected legal and administrative complications if proper planning is not in place.

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Wanted criminal arrested

The National Police have arrested one of the most active criminals in Arrecife, along with two of their accomplices.

Pedestrianisation at Playa Reducto

Arrecife Ayuntamiento has licenced works to go ahead that will pedestrianise the seafront area of Playa Reducto.

Step forward in sustainability

Lanzarote has taken another step forward in its strategy in favour of a more sustainable and efficient energy model.

Cabildo pays tribute to outstanding women

Last Saturday, the Lanzarote Cabildo held an event to pay tribute to six outstanding women to mark International Day of Rural Women.

Two new buses for Timanfaya

The Cabildo, through the CACT, has put out to tender the supply of two new hybrid buses for the Timanfaya tours.

Four pateras intercepted

Marine rescue services have intercepted four inflatable craft off the south-east coast of Lanzarote.

Kennedy leads the way

Lanzarote's swimming sensation Kennedy Hope Denby became the first female to win the Travesia A Nado Del Rio since 1998 yesterday.

Canaries aims to attract older tourists

The Canarian Government has launched an eight-minute video which aims to attract older tourists for long stays on the islands. The campaign targets the “Silver Plus” sector – over-55s with time and money to spend.

Tourist rescued at Famara

A Scottish tourist was rescued at Famara after being caught up in a current while bathing.

Thunderbolts and lightning!

Lanzarote experienced a spectacular night of stormy conditions yesterday, as a storm passed over the island. Several peals of thunder were heard, and flashes of lightning lit up the night sky.

Population to rise by 15% in 15 years

The population of the Canary Islands is likely to increase by 350,000 over the next 15 years, according to a report by Spain's Institute of Statistics.

Nuclear power in Morocco

Environmentalists have been alarmed by the news that Russia has agreed the construction of a nuclear power station with the Moroccan government. The facility, which will be used for “peaceful purposes” will be located at Sidi Boulbra, on the Moroccan coast 400 kilometres north east of the Canary Islands.

Tourists find ancient vase

Tourists holidaying in Fuerteventura have found an ancient vase estimated to be at least 600 years old.

How to get to the new shopping centre

We’ve had numerous questions from our readers about the new Open Mall shopping centre. Here’s your rundown of the included shops, when the shopping centre will open and how to get to it.

Arrested for holiday villa theft

The Yaiza Local Police have arrested two minors alleged to have stolen various items from holiday villas in Playa Blanca.