Ministry of Justice and University of Gibraltar Launch Victi...

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The Ministry of Justice is pleased to announce the launch of a survey, in collaboration with the University of Gibraltar, aimed at victims and survivors of domestic abuse. This research survey, commissioned by the Minister for Justice, the Honourable Samantha Sacramento, aims to gather valuable insight from experiences to inform…

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Mayor hosts Farewell reception for Charities – 357/202...

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His Worship the Mayor, Mr Christian Santos GMD hosted representatives from Charities at a farewell reception at the Mayor’s Parlour. His Worship has worked closely with many charitable organisations over his two-year tenure, supporting their campaigns and fund-raising activities, as well as hosting some of their cheque presentations and events…

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HMGOG will always consult unions on any Civil Service Reform...

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His Majesty’s Government of Gibraltar notes the statement issued yesterday by the GGCA on Civil Service Reform on the retention of former Deputy Governor, Nick Pyle, to advise on Civil Service and Public Sector reform and modernisation. The Government would like to emphasise that Mr Pyle has been contracted by…

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Gibraltar gears up to celebrate Pride Month – 352/2023

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Gibraltar is getting ready to once again celebrate Pride month this June. This event is celebrated in many countries around the world and is essentially a call for greater unity, visibility and equality for the LGBTQ+ community. Pride month was established to honour those involved in the Stonewall riots in…

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Transparent GSD tactics continue – 351/2023

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The Government deeply regrets the transparent Opposition tactic of conducting politics by casting aspersions and questioning the integrity of individuals. The conduct of politics by rumour and innuendo is proof enough that they have run out of arguments. As previously explained in recent exchanges, the former Deputy Governor is an…

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Eastern Beach Access – 350/2023

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HMGoG would like to reassure the public, that following extensive works and several improvements, clear access to Eastern Beach will be in place by the start of the bathing season on the 10th June 2023. The status of the main elements will be as follows: Revetment and related works The…

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Youth Centre members visit Ronda – 349/2023

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After months of project participation, members of the Mingle and Youth Café who attend the Youth Centre enjoyed a day trip to the town of Ronda. This group have been working on their life skills, teamwork and independence since the start of the year and the outing was a taster…

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Renowned Environmentalist Tony Juniper to Deliver Keynote Ad...

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Tony Juniper, a world-renowned environmentalist and sustainability advocate, will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming Aspire Conference on a Sustainable Built Environment, set to take place on 9 June 2023 at the Sunborn Gibraltar, spearheaded by the Department of the Environment and Climate Change.  Tickets are on sale via…

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Garcia updates Commonwealth Secretary General – 347/20...

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The Deputy Chief Minister Dr Joseph Garcia has met with the Secretary General of the Commonwealth Baroness Scotland in London. This is part of the policy of the Government to increase the engagement with the institutions of the Commonwealth following our departure from the European Union. Dr Garcia was able…

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The GHA Recognises World Multiple Sclerosis Day – 345/...

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World Multiple Sclerosis Day is officially marked annually on the 30th May. It is a global healthcare event celebrated every year intending to recognise the economic, social and cultural impact brought by multiple sclerosis disease and subsequently work on the acceptance, support and inclusion of patients suffering from this ailment….

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Shane Dalmedo Selected for Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhi...

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Gibraltar Cultural Services, for the Ministry of Culture, is delighted to announce that ‘Sunday Drive’ a sculpture by artist Shane Dalmedo has been selected for the 2023 Royal Academy of Arts Summer Exhibition. Out of the approximate 16,000 works that have been submitted, only 1000 have been accepted for the…

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HM Customs seize 53 Bales of Illegal Drugs during Routine Se...

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During a routine patrol conducted at approximately 1100hrs on 20th May 2023, Customs Officers on board HMCV Tango 4 observed suspicious packages of different sizes and wrapping, floating at the eastern side within British Gibraltar Territorial Waters. On closer inspection, the Officers were able to establish that these were cannabis…

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Year 10 Writing Project 2023 – 341/2023

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Last week Westside School’s English Department held an interactive afternoon for Year 10 English pupils. During this event, held on two separate afternoons, our learners had the opportunity to interview 25 local professionals from different walks of life about their jobs and careers. The English Department’s aims were to develop…

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Research collaboration agreement reached between the Gibralt...

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The Gibraltar National Museum is pleased to announce that it has reached a research collaboration agreement with Leiden University in the Netherlands. The work brings together Leiden’s prestigious zooarchaeology laboratory with researchers at the Gibraltar National Museum. For two years, Leiden has been sending students on summer placements to work…

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Right to Self-Determination address, the Hon Sir Joe Bossano...

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Madam chair,  On behalf of Gibraltar, I wish to express my appreciation to the Government and people of Indonesia for hosting this seminar.  They also hosted the 2008 regional seminar in Bangdun which I attended.  The core principles of the famous1955 Bandung Conference were issues of central importance to all…

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HMGoG statement regarding We Are One Voice Demonstration ...

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HMGoG, the GHA and the Care Agency remain committed to fostering further collaboration in order to enhance the support and care provided to individuals with learning disabilities. Through our multiagency partnership we continue to work together in our aim to further develop services.  Both the GHA and Care Agency play…

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Terrorist Financing Course held at University of Gibraltar &...

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The Gibraltar Financial Intelligence Unit (GFIU) successfully organised and hosted a Terrorist Financing Course at the University of Gibraltar. The course was arranged through the Quad Island Forum, bringing together Police and FIU officers from Gibraltar, Guernsey, Jersey and the Isle of Man. Participants had the opportunity to learn about…

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Busy Week for Local Hockey Clubs – 324/2023

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Three of Gibraltar’s club sides will be involved in European competition this week. Europa FC Women’s Hockey Club will be in Porto, Portugal competing in the EuroHockey Club Challenge III 2023. The tournament will take place this coming weekend from the 25th to 28th May and will see them facing…

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Cortes chairs Environment Ministers’ Council – 321/2...

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Minister for Environment and Climate Change Prof John Cortes last week chaired a virtual meeting of the Council of Environment Ministers from the UK Overseas Territories (OTs) and Crown Dependencies (CDs). The Council was set up at a meeting in Gibraltar’s Garrison Library in 2015, and has met at least…

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Ministry of Equality Reminds the Public of the Government’...

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In October 2019, the Ministry of Equality launched the Disability Information Card, an unprecedented initiative for people with disabilities. The Ministry of Equality would like to remind members of the public that the Card is available, upon application to the Ministry, to people with disabilities. The purpose of the Disability…

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Minister Cortes opens biodiversity workshop – 319/2023

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Minister for Environment Prof John Cortes this week opened a two day workshop at the University of Gibraltar on the biodiversity of Windmill Hill Flats. This project was successful in its bid for UK Government funds under the Darwin Plus programme. It is led by Prof Julia Fa, Research Fellow…

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Upper Rock Nature Reserve closed due to inclement weather &#...

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The Upper Rock Nature Reserve has been closed to all visitors due to unsafe conditions arising from today’s inclement weather.   The Gibraltar Electricity Authority are currently assessing damage caused by lightning strikes that triggered power outages at tourist sites including St Michael’s Cave and the Great Siege Tunnels.  …

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Minister for Transport attends Velo-city 2023 – 318/20...

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Minister for Transport, the Hon Paul Balban, attended last week’s Velo-city world cycling summit in Leipzig, Germany. With the main theme of ‘Leading the Transition’, the conference promoted cycling as a sustainable and healthy means of transport.   Jointly hosted by the European Cyclists’ Federation, the City of Leipzig and…

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