26 Migrants Rescued Near Malaga – they were crammed into a dinghy.

Migrants Rescued Near Malaga

The Coastguard and National Police have rescued 26 illegal migrants from a boat just off the coast of Malaga.  The 26 migrants were crammed into the small inflatable boat.  Each of the migrants had paid about €1000 to make the journey from Nador in Morocco.

Moroccan Man Arrested

Police have arrested a 50 year old Moroccan man who was on the boat.  They have found maps and navigational tools which indicate he was the skipper of the boat.  He has now been charged with aiding and abetting illegal immigration.

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A new walkway allowing views of El Tajo from the base of the gorge in Ronda is now open to the public.

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Marbella’s Main Reservoir Out Of The Red

Recent rainfall has boosted water levels at La Concepcion enough to bring the reservoir out of the red.