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Aug/Sept 2010 www.esb.ie/em

LIFE

CROSSWORD: Win shopping vouchers worth €200 and €100 with our crossword competition

Crossword 1

€100 to be won!

Across

1 and 9 down. Saying which gives optimism to the middle-aged! (4,6,2,5)
6. Set of cards, or what holds them. (4)
10. Underneath. (5)
11. Infinite, having no boundaries. (9)
12. Acts treacherously. (7)
15. Near the edge. (5)
17. Den. (4)
18. Weaving machine. (4)
19. Implicit. (5)
21. Payment made after divorce. (7)
23. Terminated. (5)
24. Dessert food. (4)
25. Gripping tool. (4)
26. Stroll. (5)
28. Italian dish. (7)
33. This describes someone who dies without having made a will. (9)
34. Hoisting equipment. (5)
35. Not any. (4)
36. Snake-like marine monster. (3–7)

Down

1. Part of the ear. (4)
2. Lie. (9)
3. Arbour. (5)
4. Ravine. (5)
5. Appellation. (4)
7. Ward off. (5)
8. It's said to be the better part of valour. (10)
9. See 1 across.
13. Cain's brother. (4)
14. Sleep. (7)
16. Estrangement. (10)
20. Confront. (9)
21. Unfavourable. (7)
22. Current events, as reported in the media. (4)
27. Stick used by a conductor. (5)
29. Notions. (5)
30. Waste-pipe. (5)
31. During which, bargains are offered. (4)
32. Conversation. (4)

Crossword 2

€200 to be won!

Across

1. Series of inspired thoughts. (10)
6. Train as a boxer does. (4)
10. Enticed. (5)
11. Type of water heater. (9)
12. Groups of schoolchildren. (7)
15. Up to a certain time. (5)
17. Damage. (4)
18. Cranny. (4)
19. Dance of Polish origin. (5)
21. Inscription on a tombstone. (7)
23. Take it easy. (5)
24. Fever. (4)
25. Bucket. (4)
26. Distinctive feature of a Texas accent. (5)
28. Raise. (7)
33. Historically, it was fired by a ship with all
guns blazing. (9)
34. Indian term of respect. (5)
35. Ova. (4)
36. Taster one gets gratis. (4,6)

Down

1. Quantity of cloth. (4)
2. One who is tricked on the first day of the fourth month. (5,4)
3. Lumps. (5)
4. Twofold. (5)
5. The capital of Italy. (4)
7. Colourful liquid. (5)
8. Chief culprit; criminal organiser. (10)
9. Heroic victory. (7)
13. Retail outlet. (4)
14. Travel to and fro. (7)
16. Unbelievable. (10)
20. Warning vessel. (9)
21. Detonate. (7)
22. Step. (4)
27. Amidst. (5)
29. Belgian city. (5)
30. View. (5)
31. Jetty. (4)
32. Woodwind instrument. (4)

Entries for the crossword competitions to be received by September 15th marked ‘Crossword Competitions’, EM, ESB Corporate Affairs, 27 Lr. Fitzwilliam St., Dublin 2.

Crossword 1 June/July 2010 solution

Across 1. Met 3. Banana split 8. Recall 9. Reliable 10. Enter 11. Tulip 13. Aloof 15. Hundred 16. Clipper 20. Delay 21. Extol 23. Stalk 24. Overtake 25. Dashed 26. Bakers' dozen 27. Dry

Down 1. Market share 2. Taciturn 3. Baler 4. Aerosol 5. Saint Patrick's Day 6. Labels 7. The 13. Amend 14. Filly 17. Preached 18. Placebo 19. Streak 22. Later 23. Slain 24. Orb

Crossword 2 June/July 2010 solution

Across 1. Third Party 6. Ball 10. Eaten 11. March hare 12. Intrude 15. Sweat 17. List 18. Hail 19. Lucan 21. Thimble 23. Queue 24. Iron 25. Neon 26. Earls 28. Tastier 33. Ominously 34. Rated 35. Keep 36. Crosswords

Down 1. Toes 2. Intensive 3. Diner 4. Armed 5. Tire 7. Awake 8. Lieutenant 9. Thistle 13. Utah 14. Element 16. Cheque-book 20. Carpenter 21. Tension 22. Loss 27. Raise 29. Abyss 30. Threw 31. User 32. Ides

safetyquiz

Win a €50 voucher!

Put your safety knowledge to the test

Q. When drafting a telemess is it a requirement to initial all corrections?

Q. When can the requirement to apply a ‘Hold Off’ notice be dispensed with?

Q. How accurate must the date and agreed time of transmission be inserted when drafting a Telemess?

Q. For persons who hold approvals, is it a requirement for their current approval to be in their possession?

Q. What is the definition of low voltage (LV)

Questions from Lorcan Fitzharris

How to enter Please forward your answers in an email with ‘Safety Quiz’ in the subject line to bernie.healy@esb.ie, or alternatively post your entries to Safety Quiz, EM, ESB Corporate Affairs, 27 Lower Fitzwilliam Street, Dublin 2, before September 15th.

Last issue's winner: Tommy O'Dowd

classifieds

Disclaimer: Classifieds are placed by individuals, the publisher does not accept responsibility for errors or omissions.

Lodge for rent
Beautiful Lodge for rent, Donabate, Co. Dublin. Golf, Coastal walks, private access to beach, 2km from train – easy access to city centre. For details on accommodation, amenities and photos via email -contact Mairead 087 7693440. 5% discount for ESB employees.

Boat for sale
Freeman 23 cruiser for sale, in good condition, 4 berth, hot and cold water, toilet, diesel engine, shaft drive. Lying in Kilgarvin Lough Derg, Price €9,500. Trailer available as extra. Tel. 087 2665226.

Log Cabin Belturbet, Cavan
2-bed log cabin with boat to rent. Sleeps 6. All Mod Cons. Private access to River Erne near Cavan Town. View on website www.riverviewlogcabin.com. Discount to ESB staff. Contact John at 087 7856566.

Cottage to rent on Achill Island
One-bedroom cottage to rent. Sleeps three. All Mod Cons and linen supplied. Relax with an open turf fire. Located on elevated site with magnificent views of sea and mountain. Five blue flag beaches and two outdoor pursuit centres close by. On bus route, close to shops and pubs. Check out www.aquila-house.com Tel:098 45163.

France Port Bourgenay
1-Bed apt (Ground Floor) – Sleeps 4/5 on 18 hole GC with 4 outdoor swimming pools and 2 playgrounds. Very child friendly. 1 hr. from Nantes A’port. Option available to rent adjoining 1-bed apt also. Call 087 944 6194.

Costa Blanca, Torrevieja,
Playa Flamenca:
Winter letting in the Sun Beautiful 2-bed semi-detached villa situated near Torrevieja, Alicante, with garden, driveway and roof terrace. Available from November onwards. Near beaches, restaurants, bars, etc. Close to golf, tennis and lots of walks. The house is situated in a quiet community of only 70 houses, wheelchair friendly. Aer Lingus and Ryan Air do both Alicante and Murcia airports. Enquiries to Colette cdbrangan@gmail.com Tel: 01 8412800 or 0872281027 for further information.

Holiday home on Achill Island
3 bedroomed cottage, sleeps 3-6 sharing. All mod cons. Central location. Scenic area. Available for weeks or week-ends and children welcome. Please contact Teresa Gallagher on 087 9026498.

Torrevieja – Spain
3 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, apartment to rent. Overlooking park, close to beach and shops. English T.V., communal pool, rooftop solarium. €250 per week. Phone 086 3550084.

France Port Bourgenay
1 bed apt (ground floor) sleeps 4/5 on 18 hole golf course with 4 outdoor swimming pools and 2 playground areas. Very child friendly. 1hr from nantes airport. Option available to rent adjoining 1 bed apartment also. For further details call 087/9446194.

House to let near Kenmare
Failte Ireland approved, four-star, 2-bed cottage near Templenoe village on Ring of Kerry, in scenic rural setting overlooking Kenmare Bay. 5 miles from Kenmare. Nearby swimming, golf, horse-riding, forest and hill walks. Large garden with south facing patio. All mod cons. Wheelchair access. Sleeps 4/5. View on website: www.templenoeheights.com. Phone Monica on 087 2411346.

Albufeira, Portugal
Beautiful 2 bed/2 bath sleeps 6. Full AC, high standard, ground floor, private terraces/gardens, parking. Quiet, mins to bars, restaurants, beach. Convenient to Golf and Water Parks. Pick up can be arranged from Faro. Special offers to ESB staff. Contact Eileen at 087 6121655 or sunhol2@yahoo.com.

Beautiful new tourer to rent
Bord Failte Site. Spanish Point, Milltown Malbay, Co. Clare. Please phone Margaret on 087 2279852.

Beach/ golf holidays on Costa Blanca, Spain.
5% disc. ESB staff. Well equipped spacious house to rent, sleeps 6. Solarium and large terraces. Communal pool. Aircon. 5/10 mins walk beaches, restaurants, shops. Variety of golf courses nearby. 15 mins Murcia airport/ 50 mins Alicante airport. Pick ups arranged. Linens supplied. Brochure available. For further info contact 087 2197543. or email odonovanpa@eircom.net.

Lanzarote Canaries Sunshine all year
Now that Ryanair and Aer Lingus are both flying to Lanzarote Playa Blanca. Lovely 2 bedroom bungalow with pool on site, tennis, beach and shops nearby €300 per week. Tel Brian on 087 6299752.

Apartment to let in Costa Del Sol
Apt. to let 20 mins Airport overlooking marina/beach. Next to restaurants, supermarket, etc. 2 mins bus depot and train station. AC, swimming pool, TV and RTE1 and 2. 4 Single beds. Perfect for golf, shopping, touring. Phone 087 2279852.

Marbella East – Apt to rent
South facing luxury 3-bed/2 bath (sleeps 5) in quite area with sea and mountain views, swimming pool. 4 min walk to Marbella's Blue Flag beach. 5 min drive to Marbella central. Adj to golf courses, tennis club, shopping centres and a wide variety of beaches and restaurants. Contact Mary on 01 2761444.....087 2071742 or odwyer.mary@gmail.com

South of France (Carnon)
2 Bed, 1st Floor Apt /Sea View Balcony. Close to shops, bars, beach, public transport, water sports, golf, touring etc. All year round/Private parking. Pick-up can be arranged from Montpellier (5km) or Carcassonne Airports. Contact: Tel: 0033 46786 1173 or Email:murielle.omahovy@wanadoo.fr.

EM Competition Winners – for Aug/Sept '10

EM COMPETITION 1
Paul Nielsen (A 2 night stay and meal for 2 in the Roganstown
Hotel & Country Club)

EM COMPETITION 2
Martin Heavey (A 2 night stay
with breakfast in Carlton Hotel
of your choice)

EM COMPETITION 3
Kevin Gaffney (A 2 night mid week stay with full Irish Breakfast and complimentary use of on site leisure and gym facility at a Brennan Hotel of your choice)

EM COMPETITION 4
Denis Mulcahy (Dinner for 4 at any IGB Stadia Nationwide. Prize includes admission, Race programme, meal, side table betting and drinks service to your seat, and €100 of tote betting vouchers)

CROSSWORDS €200 SHOPPING VOUCHER
Liam Keogh
Mary Woods

CROSSWORDS €100 SHOPPING VOUCHER
Eddie Doherty
P. Grennan