News in Brief – Costa Blanca North

+800% Expats
The National Institute of Statistics revealed an 800 per cent increase in non-Spanish residents from 1998 until 2022.
In 1998 only 2.5 per cent held a foreign passport. Now, it is held in one of every six residents.

Arenal doctor 

The public doctor’s office is open in Javea´s Arenal until April 8. Every day from 8am-3pm. The City Councilor, Fatima Jarjor, aims to make it available all year round, using funds from a restaurant which will soon be purchased. 

Water bills 

Denia City Council and Aqualia create a social fund of €20, 000 to aid vulnerable families in the payment of water bills. The Social Services will determine the residents requiring support, running the project for one year.

New prescription 

Benissa´s Town Hall and the local Ministry of Health have set up “En Movement” programme, prescribing exercise to their patients. 

From April, sports and health professionals will work with chronic disease patients, aged between 60 and 75. 

Historic symbol 

From April 5 until April 8, the Port Esportiu i Turistic Marina in Denia will host a historic replica of a 28-gun frigate from the 18th century. The replica of the Shtandar Navili has been claimed as a symbol of determination. 

Equality Plan

La Nucia City Council approved a Plan for Equal Opportunities between Women and Men 2024-2028, fostering gender equality in the municipality.  The Plan will ensure equal opportunities in work, education, and sport, as well as ensure women’s safety at home.