20/08/2019 - 09:43
Leaked Yellowhammer report was based on worst case scenarios already addressed
The leaked Brexit No Deal plan codenamed Operation Yellowhammer was true when it was written, based on a worst-case scenario from the facts known at the time. And Gibraltar was equally affected by such considerations, but the worst case scenario as seen then is no longer the case. But bumps are expected, as would be the case when major changes take place. Read more
20/08/2019 - 09:38
HMS ENTERPRISE arrived yesterday for a routine visit. preceded by HMS Defender and HMS Kent.
ENTERPRISE is a survey ship capable of providing near real-time environmental information to ships of the Royal Navy. She will also provide data that will ensure charts are up to date and help ensure freedom of navigation for all. Read more
20/08/2019 - 09:37
The Gibraltar Financial Services Commission (GFSC) held its fifth consecutive #FreeTheKnee (#FTK) campaign in aid of Prostate Cancer Support Group Gibraltar (PCSG). Read more
19/08/2019 - 09:37
A Bill to amend the Matrimonial Causes Act 1962 was unanimously passed in Parliament recently.
The amendments cover:
• non-fault divorces; Read more
19/08/2019 - 09:37
Gibraltar seriously being prepped to leave EU!
The impact of a no-deal Brexit will be felt by everyone in some way shape or form. We have been reading and continue to be told of the real possibility and even to prepare for one. A prospect which is very much a reality since Boris Johnson took over the reins in Downing Street. Read more
19/08/2019 - 09:35
In addition to the major refurbishment works to the large housing estates at Moorish Castle, Glacis and Laguna Estates, the government has also over the last few years embarked on the complete external refurbishment of other buildings which make the Government’s Housing stock. Read more
16/08/2019 - 09:18
Yesterday saw the court proceedings in regards to the Iranian Grace 1 supertanker, and the US Department of Justice’s request for it to further detain the vessel. The tanker has been a big topic in Gibraltar since its detention on the 4th July, and many people seem to be confused by its significance and why should Gibraltar, which is not responsible for foreign affairs and defence, have taken a lead role and not the UK. Read more
16/08/2019 - 09:14
Many smiles as students from Westside, Bayside and the College got their AS and A Level results early in the morning. Results were issued to the students from 8am, in contrast to the UK where they receive their results at 9am. These results will give students the qualifications needed in order to apply to University if they so choose to go.
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