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Alejandra Ferrer sends wishes for fast recovery of two islanders who tested positive for coronavirus, asks entire island for unity, cooperation
Speaking on behalf of the local cabinet, Consell de Formentera chief Alejandra Ferrer directed a message at the entire island in the wake of the two first confirmed cases of coronavirus on Formentera, but not before expressing her hope that the pair would manage a speedy recovery. “We’re sending all our encouragement to these first two Formentera inhabitants to be affected by Covid-19, as well as to their families and friends...
Formentera fire brigade to salute local children and youth
Barring any unforeseen events, Formentera’s firefighters have indicated that between this evening and tomorrow evening they will pay special tribute to island youngsters holed up at home. The gesture is part of the brigade’s decision to join a movement started on social media and messaging platforms to organise rounds of applause for all the children who for the last two weeks have been unable to leave their houses. Members o...
Consell de Formentera uses promotional campaign to boost local business amid health crisis
The Formentera Department of Trade has activated a campaign to support small businesses of the island authorised to continue operating during the state of emergency brought about by Covid-19. Department chief Ana Juan said the aim was to both “spotlight these establishments and the importance of protecting Formentera’s community of traditional, local businesses” as well as “encouraging people to opt for locally-sourced produc...
Thank you card from the president of the Consell de Formentera to children and youth of the island
Dear friends, You’ve been stuck at home for two weeks now. We know this isn’t easy, so as president of the Consell de Formentera and on behalf of the entire local governing team, I’m writing this message especially for the children and youth of Formentera. The weekend of 14-15 March was a different one. You left classes on Friday knowing you wouldn’t be back for weeks. You’d been hearing about coronavirus for a few days alre...
Formentera Local Police enforce safety measures at construction sites
In an effort to limit coronavirus exposure and safeguard the health of not just workers but islanders at large, local law enforcement have taken to construction sites across the island to raise awareness and see to it that safety measures are being respected. As the Covid-19 health crisis continues, construction is one of the sectors of the economy that remains active, with agreement still elusive regarding the reduction or s...
Cepca offers support
The Formentera Department of Social Services reports that the Centre for the Study and Prevention of Addictive Behaviour (Cepca) will begin a phone-based support service for Formentera and Eivissa families from Monday 30 March. Coordinated by Cepca director Belén Alvite, the service goes beyond dealing with possible addiction issues to address situations of conflict that may arise during confinement. Any interested local famil...
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