The construction slowdown in Spain has now hit the works to redevelop the port area in Málaga. Construction of a new leisure centre and other facilities has been at a standstill for the past 20 days, following the financial problems faced by the Tiferca construction company which won the tender for the work on dock two.

The Junta de Andalucía is now reported to be looking at issuing fines because of the delays on the work which should have been completed by Spring next year, and looking for an alternative.

Málaga City Hall is also closely watching two other building works on the city won by the same company.