Migrant Writer, Code Monkey, Guitarrista and Karate-Ka
Some people leaving the UK find that life in Spain is not the Utopian dream they expected, but this is not the case for everyone. Articles posted in this section explore why this is.
In a week when the UK Government announces that it plans to break International Law and appoints Tony Abbott, an acclaimed misogynist, as UK trade envoy, I propose a replacement statue to sit upon Colston’s empty plinth in Bristol. Read More …
What is it like being in lockdown in Spain? I feel like I am on the set of a zombie apocalypse movie. I Am Legend… Read More …
More doctors, more police, more teachers, rocket scientists… in fact more of everything & free Champagne for everyone. It is practically guaranteed, once we get Brexit Done! LOL…
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Mystery, humour and unrequited love are part of the narrative of my latest book. An intense psychological thriller set in Spain and London. Read More …
After a recent Twitter spat, I removed the term ‘expat’ from this blog. It was pointed out by ‘Brextremists’ that ‘expat’ is an elitist term for MIGRANT! I’m OK with that, but down at Ye Olde English Pub in Benidorm, there is a sense that Spain should be grateful to the UK. LOL. Read More …
Yesterday I sat through a five-thousand-word speech by British Prime Minister Theresa May. It was an hour of my life I will never be able to live again. In truth, I wasn’t expecting her to say anything that would add to the rehashed arguments about the state the UK now finds itself in. Nevertheless, I Read More …
A recipe for a hot pepper sauce which combines lime, fresh coriander, tomato and garlic with Thai or Bird’s Eye chilies to make an tangy, spicy accompaniment for any special meal. Read More …
What will happen to ex-pats in Spain and other European countries when the UK leaves the EU? Actually, nobody really knows, but after 13 years of living in Spain, I can make a pretty good guess. Read More …
If proof was ever needed that politicians care more about big business than the people who elected them, try giving blood in Spain. If you are British, Spain does not want your blood! The UK government knew the dangers of BSE as early as 1988 when certain slaughterhouse products were banned by European law, but chose to allow infected meat to be served to consumers as late as 1993. Read More …
You are no longer allowed to protest outside of public buildings including hospitals and universities without permission. Yes, that’s right, you need to ask first, but it will probably be OK. Unless you are going to cause trouble, say nasty things about the authorities or take pictures of the police helping you. Read More …