Community spirit thrives in the marina
Around 30 families stuck on their boats at Alcaidesa marina for the lockdown are supporting the local economy by getting all their goods delivered by local suppliers
Costa tourism bosses angry that Canaries may get better treatment
The government has reportedly agreed a political manoeuvre to extend ERTE conditions on the islands until visitor demand increases
Some bars and restaurants prepare to open their terraces from Monday
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Phase One of the government's plan allows a limited table service, respecting distance between customers
Most of Spain gets ready to move to Phase One of lockdown easing
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Each region has said how it wants to roll out the revised rules from Monday, as MPs vote to renew the state of alarm until at least 24 May
April Social Security data shows unemployment rise on the Costa del Sol
nuria Triguero
Last month 8,683 more people joined the jobless queue in Malaga province
Phase Zero kicks off with hairdressers' diaries full and some shops open
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From Monday some businesses and shops smaller than 400 square metres are able to serve customers by appointment only
Plan to kickstart local tourism could see the Caminito del Rey reopen this month
Turismo Costa del Sol has devised ten strategies to get the tourism industry back up and running as restrictions are lifted
Malaga players undergo coronavirus testing ahead of return to work
antonio góngora / borja gutiérrez
La Rosaleda and the Annex have been disinfected but the results of the tests will determine when training can eventually restart
Up to ten people can get together from 11 May and bars can fill half their terraces
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Meetings with family and friends can be in private homes or outdoors from Phase 1 of Spain's plan to scale down coronavirus restrictions
Spain still maintaining "downward trend" despite mid-week spike in Covid-19 cases in Malaga province
mateo balín / ángel escalera
The number of patients admitted to hospital with coronavirus has fallen 80 per cent in a month across Andalucía
Friday's figures show slight rise in Covid-19 deaths and new cases
Mateo Balín
Confirmed recovery figures for Spain have reached 131,148 patients, with 2,653 more reported on Friday
No clear rules yet on getting 3.4m furloughed staff back to work
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Bosses are worried that, under the government's ERTE conditions, it will be unviable to take all workers on again when the state of alarm ends
Art, music and culture during the lockdown
A selection of websites and online activities to continue enjoying galleries, concerts and theatre during the coronavirus lockdown
Plaza Mayor bridge authorised to open to ease congestion
Jesús HINOJOSA
Further projects are in the pipeline to alleviate traffic near the new designer outlet, IKEA and Parador de Málaga golf course
Beaches will be closed if people fail to comply with Covid-19 restrictions, warns Gibraltar government
A new rule will limit bathers to a 30-minute visit
Information hotline for those who suspect they may have the coronavirus
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Anyone experiencing symptoms should stay at home and dial 900 400 061 or 955 545 060 - and only call 112 in an emergency
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How and where can I receive assistance if my financial situation is affected by Covid-19?
MATÍAS STUBER
Unions say many people who have lost income are confused about their situation and what they may be entitled to
What rights do passengers have if flights are affected by the coronavirus crisis?
The Agencia de Seguridad Aérea answers the most frequent questions asked, following the numerous cancellations by airlines
Sunbathing at a safe distance in Vélez this summer
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Tractors will mark out squares in the sand, says town hall
TORREMOLINOS
Free masks to be handed out to children in Torremolinos
The materials have been distributed among several groups of volunteers who have signed up to make the masks
BENALMÁDENA
Benalmádena Red Cross receives cash injection
The town hall initiated a 60,000-euro grant to support the organisation during coronavirus crisis
Local filmmaker captures the global lockdown in 10-minute video
Jeroen Stultiens made the short film by using clips of videos that have gone viral across the globe since lockdowns have been enforced
Local artists pledge to support others during Covid lockdown
Annabel Keatley and Gerrit Oppelland Hampel are both supporting the initiative which was founded by British artist Matthew Burrows
Gibraltar aims to go greener with some roads closed to traffic
There have been mixed reactions to Monday's announcement, but the government says it is the "right thing to do" despite the difficulties
Virtual fitness classes and entertainment for Cudeca's Walkahome this Saturday
SUR IN ENGLISH
Several local artists will provide the entertainment for the hospice's virtual version of its annual Walkathon
THE MUSIC MAKER
Hear my voice
What do people who put their political views on social media think is really going to happen? That loads of their contacts are suddenly going to come round to their way of thinking?
THE BOTTOM LINE
The generous guiri
IGNACIO LILLO
Next time you feel like criticising the overcrowding, the noise and the inconvenience that tourists might cause,remember the hardships we are going through now they're not here
THE BOTTOM LINE
Tourism and the left
A long time ago now tourism stopped being entertainment for a privileged few and became the bread and butter for many. It ought to be taken more seriously
THE EURO ZONE
A difficult summer
Spain is the second most-visited tourist destination in the world, so the functioning of its hospitality industry over the next few months will be key to post-lockdown recovery
Young woman drowns at popular beauty spot near Benahavís
F. TORRES
Oshim, 25, had gone with her friend to swim in a natural pool, despite lockdown restrictions
Costa del Sol promenades fill with life as lockdown restrictions are eased in Spain
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Thousands made the most of their first chance to go out for a walk, run or bike ride since the state of alarm was declared on 14 March
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Life after Covid-19
ANDREW J. LINN
Although the re-opening programme is being finalised, the end-result is still vague, but the indications are that going out for a drink or a meal will be more stressful than staying at home
THE MUSIC MAKER
Hobbies and passed times
Over the last few weeks, I've succumbed to the odd nostalgic musing
