The case of Dr Laura Callero, the emergency nurse and Tias health councillor, who was declared free of coronavirus after initially testing positive for the disease, has raised questions about the reliability of the tests. But what do these…

All hotels in Spain will have to close by next Thursday, following an official decree issued yesterday. The decree orders the closure of all types of tourist accommodation, and states that closures must take place as soon as the establishment…

In a new series, we take a look at some of this island's most famous and memorable appearances on film, TV and video. Mararía Mararía is probably the most well-known Spanish-language novel about Lanzarote. Written in 1973…

Muebles Rubicón in San Bartolomé would like to remind customers that, under the emergency requirements, you’re still allowed to purchase electrical appliances of basic necessity. Call 928 52 05 37, email comercial@mueblesrubicon.com or…

Father Stan Evans, Chaplain of the Anglican Church on Lanzarote, wrote the following message to Gazette readers yesterday. Find out more about the work of the church at www.lanzarotechurch.com Our world has changed and will continue…

On a dark day for Spain, the President of the Government announced vast amounts of money to support the nation during the state of alarm to combat the coronavirus. Referring to figures that revealed that the coronavirus is currently…

Yesterday, the Gazette's designer noticed mucus coming from her one-year-old son's ear. When she took his temperature, he had a fever. She called her local health centre's number and was told not to bring the child in unless it was an emergency.…

Whether it's music, sport, humour, films, TV or whatever - why not share your favourite Irish videos in the comments section? Well no one thought we'd be celebrating it like this, but put a smile on your face, watch this famous video…

Spain will close its land borders from midnight, admitting only Spanish nationals, foreigners resident in Spain, cross-border workers and others who can prove that their entry to the country is necessary or unavoidable. This measure…

Here are answers to some of the most common questions about the measures introduced under the royal decree published under Spain’s official State of Alarm on Saturday night. The measures are intended to contain the spread of the COVID…

The lockdown announced last night by Spanish president Pedro Sánchez under the national State of Alarm reached the end of its first day without serious incident on Lanzarote. Police patrolled beachfronts and tourist areas talking to…

UPDATED: Emergency Contact Details for the Canaries  If you suspect you're suffering from symptoms of the coronavirus, call the emergency number 112, which offers services in five languages, contact your local health centre directly…

Cabildo President Dolores Corujo has confirmed the temporary closure of the CACTs (Centres of Art, Culture and Tourism) as a measure to contain the coronavirus. The Fire Mountains at Timanfaya, Jameos del Agua, the Cueva de los Verde,…

According to various local press sources, the Canarian Health Service has just suspended all classes in schools and educational establishments from tomorrow and for the next 14 days. This measure applies to all the Canary islands including…