Latest posts in Benidorm

Hi everyone,

Although I highly agree with the new animal welfare legislation, it's been a long time coming... I've got issues with the blanket ban on all non-native parrots. Just to be clear, I am solely a pet owner of 2 male small parrots (different species) which are not on the previous ban list of 2007 to 2022).  I am not a breeder or pet store owner.  I agree there are serious issues with Monks and Ringnecks but this problem started in the 70s when some of these birds escaped or were let go - nobody knows for sure. The Government should have dealt with this problem then and not 50 years later when the birds have bred out of control (I wouldn't want to live downtown Madrid either).  So now even if you have a little beloved budgie, you may have a problem down the road.

At this time, the new legislation covers all birds, which are not native to Spain.  The government, from what I understand, has 48 months to prepare a detailed list of specific bird breeds or entirety to be banned from the country.  Will the birds already in Spain be grand-fathered into the legislation?  I wish I had all the answers.

Does anyone know of a PARROT CLUB within the Valèncian Community or Alicante Community or Spain in general? I will keep looking or start one myself.  Just think of how many pet birds may be destroyed or actually let go because the owners can't rehome them in another country?  This would be an even worse problem; or try to give the bird up to a shelter, which they can't rehome. I'm not sure the politicians really thought this legislation through or just don't care.  General election is coming up and the ban might appease the population in larger cities, not thinking of the pet bird owner population in said cities.  I'm all for licensing my birds even to microchip them like my dogs.  I wonder if anyone thought of this? Let me know.

Finally, to all the pet bird parents out there, please feel free to contact me so we can have a voice against the prosecution of innocent birds. If you work in a shelter or veterinarian clinic, please contact me here so we may discuss this matter further.

Thanks to all.

Julie

Coming over to Benidorm at end of June permanently. Need to register my van on Spanish system (reg and mot)

Can anyone please inform me of any companies who do this.

Thank you.

Jamrs

Lost a pair of CAT brand spectacles possibly enroute to the stone tower scenic point on Wednesday 8th March. Last saw them at breakfast in the Les Raches snack bar. Tried there. No joy.

Hi,

Are there possibilities to deliver First Aid Training in Benidorm?

I am a Qualified Professional,looking to join a company in Benidorm to deliver courses.Is there any requirement for this?

Quals: Cert.Ed L5, Quality Assurance L4, NVQ Assesor L3.

Any ideas.

Regards

Kevin

Hi can anybody tell me where I can buy the traditional wall tiles around Gandia, I think Brico Depot used to sell them.  But I cannot find them now.

Thanks Lorraine

Looking to come over this week for a birthday celebration , never been before so.any help on flights from Manchester and help in finding a quiet place in the old town to stay would be most appreciated 

 Best regards David 

Can anyone recommend a decent restaurant in the old town benidorm for an anniversary 

Coffee  table  good condition  €15 collection  from almafra  campsite 

Hi. Does anyone know restaurant,s that are looking for waiting staff? 

I,m a Spanish resident and have all the correct paperwork. 

Thanks 

Hi. My partner has just read somewhere that you are now not allowed to have a kitchen in your caravan awning. We are moving to Benidorm to stay permanently on a site there. What are the new rules/laws. She also said something about showers and toilets. Can someone shed some light on the new laws please, so we now before we get there. Thanks in advance.