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We have been sent a quantity of documents, videos and website links from the Oficina de Acción Global to support the campaign against oil in the Canaries.(Simply click the image to access the full PDF document)                   https://vimeo.com/61553958 Oil drilling...

The association has been asked to collaborate with the Oficina de Acción Global, in gaining signatures to say that the 3 companies involved in the announced drilling are not welcome in the Canaries. This is not a boycott of their products; it is to lend support to the...

This is our update on the situation regarding the licensing of villa rentals. How we now see the situation developing and our proposals on how we continue in our mission to legalize villa rentals. We started this project in August 2012 following the inaugural meeting...

A meeting has been arranged for Sunday 30th June by the Commission Insular and Ezequiel Navío - Director Officinal Acción Global of the Cabildo de Lanzarote, to discuss the current situation in respect of oil in the Canaries. The meeting will take place at Casa...

Last month we informed you that the due to an issue between the Ayuntamiento and the company that provided the sunbeds on the beaches in Tias, the beds had all been removed. We are pleased to report that around 13 tenders have been received to supply the beds and...

We have previously informed you about the new legislation that states that from June 1st 2013 you are required to have an Energy Performance Certificate if you intend to sell or rent properties in Spain. An energy certificate will have to be produced by all vendors,...

This month we are pleased to welcome new member Lanzarote based photographer and Web Designer, Willem De Meerleer. Willem has lived on the island for many years and is the official photographer for the annual Ironman event. Willem is offering special rates to all LBA...

Many members are now taking advantage of our new level of membership ` Premium´. This new level gives you the satisfaction of knowing that you can rely on us to assist you in every area where you may need help or advice. We can take care of all your paperwork. Premium...

Sunday 19th May saw a fantastic turn out for the Lanzarote Business and Residents Association, annual Go Karting Grandprix, organised in conjunction with Go Karting San Bartolome. 16 teams took part in what turned out to be a fast and furious finish with the Winners...

In February we discussed plans to have a number of members taking responsibility for areas across the island. This was voted upon and the motion was accepted. For the North Area the representatives are Ian Slade, Brian Wicks and Paul Kelly. For the Central Area John...

The Canary Islands good weather is the feature of the new tourism campaign launched by the regional government to promote the Islas Canarias brand. Deputy Minister of Tourism Ricardo Fernández de la Puente commented that over 90% of visitors quote this as one of their...

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Lanzamobi offer new and innovative solutions for sales and marketing. Following extensive research they found that customers are increasingly using mobile phones for searches in situations where they want goods or services right now, rather than just browsing. Local...

Work has commenced further along the paseo maritimo at Playa Las Cucharas, Costa Teguise. LBA member Ian Slade from the Dolphin Inn had concerns and issues about the actual work that was going to be done and requested a meeting with the ayuntamiento. Five...

Saturday 18th May there is to be a BBQ in aid of the the Niños del Tercer Mundo. This charity raises money to support education projects in Kenya. The venue is Albergue de Tegoyo, Conil and it starts at 2.00p.m. In addition to the music and bric a brac stalls there is...