Algeciras Art School: 'It's a miracle it's still standing'

Algeciras Art School (Escuela de Artes y Oficios) was once the architectural pride of the town. Opened in 1971 (photo), it's Head of Studies, José Antonio Pérez Sequeiros, said yesterday that it is a miracle it is still standing today. The stunning building, designed by architect Fernando Garrido Rodríguez, has been neglected over the years and suffered even further damage during the recent storms; broken windows and severe roofing problems are added to its generalized state. Pérez Sequeiros, who accuses the Junta de Andalucía of 'abandoning' the building, hopes that a recent award given by Algeciras Council will "be a call for the Junta to provide the funds it has promised." (See JimenaPulse item.)