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The Government notes with regret the worsening public health situation in a number of European countries including in Spain next door. This means that anyone travelling abroad, particularly to Spain, will need to follow public health advice very closely and proceed with caution where necessary. It is important to bear…

The Opposition continues to desperately clutch at straws in order to justify the negative approach it has taken on the question of air services to and from Gibraltar. There can be no doubt that the general public must now be as fed up as the Government at the endless stream…

With summer around the corner, many consumers will be thinking about travelling abroad for a well-deserved holiday or break.  As part of its awareness program the Office of Fair Trading’s (OFT) Consumer Protection Team are conducting an outreach campaign with the theme: “Travelling in the “new normal”.” The objective of…

Gibraltar Cultural Services on behalf of the Ministry of Culture, are organizing a number of events under this year’s Spring Festival umbrella. This year, due to the events being organised during COVID-19 restrictions, the Festival will take a different form to previous years and all events will comply with whatever…

The Department of Education is delighted to announce that, despite the challenges that have resulted from the pandemic, the Gibraltar Careers Fair will be held on Tuesday 13th April 2021. Traditionally, the event has taken place at the Tercentenary Hall on the last Tuesday of February. This important event in…

The Chief Minister yesterday announced some of the business support measures that are set to continue until 30 June 2021. The announcement was made at his press conference announcing the further lifting of Covid related restrictions. Her Majesty’s Government of Gibraltar plans to wind down its business support packages over…

It is with deep sadness that we have learnt earlier today of the death of His Royal Highness, Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. Our sadness will be shared across all of Gibraltar and the rest of the United Kingdom. It is a sadness that will extend to all of…

Good afternoon everyone, Being back here for a press conference reminds me of where we found ourselves a year ago and what we have been through as a community since then. It is with great pleasure that today when I address you, I can report on the positive progress as…

Zero Cases – Restrictions Lifted   Chief Minister’s Script: COVID-19 Press Conference   Good afternoon and welcome to this live press conference from No 6 Convent Place.   This afternoon it is my pleasure to be joined by the Minister for Health, the Honourable Samantha Sacramento.   We have convened…

The Gibraltar Electricity Authority apologises to all customers affected for any inconvenience caused by today’s power outage. The cause of this morning’s blackout, lasting just over an hour, was a simple human error by one of the GEA sub-contractors onsite. Unfortunately, an employee of the sub-contractor in question accidentally dropped…

The Easter holidays have been a fun and busy time for the Gibraltar Youth Service with a wide variety of activities taking place. At the Youth Centre, members enjoyed a selection of creative arts sessions culminating with a visit to the GEMA Gallery in Montagu Bastion. Laguna Youth Club held…

The Government expects to be able to announce a further staged relaxation of remaining COVID-19 restrictions tomorrow. Rules on numbers of persons who can gather and other remaining restrictions are being carefully considered following the GHA’s Public Health advice.

HM Customs officers, during the early hours of this morning, were involved in curtailing a tobacco smuggling operation in the area of the Small Boats Marina. The land crew arrested five individuals concerned with the illegal exportation of a commercial quantity of cigarettes. Simultaneously, two patrol vessels engaged in a…

The Minister for Tourism, Hon Vijay Daryanani MP, was interviewed today by BBC 5 Live Radio. Minister Daryanani was asked about our successful vaccination program, the general COVID-19 situation and our plans on welcoming British tourists to Gibraltar. Another point he was quizzed on was the announcement of the new…

The Cruise Liner “Zaandam” is planning to carry out a Medical call at Gibraltar on the 05th April 2021 at around 19:30 hrs to disembark a crew member who is suffering from appendicitis. It must be pointed out that this is not a cruise call, the vessel doesn’t have any…

HMGoG is very pleased to announce there have been no new cases of COVID-19 in Elderly Residential Services or St Bernard’s Hospital for the last two weeks. The last active case recorded in ERS was on the 2nd March, and the last case in SBH on the 21st March 2021….

As the public are aware, there were 2 fires at Governor’s Meadow Lower Primary School in the early hours of Sunday morning. Unfortunately, the school has experienced quite significant damage from the fires and as a result of water damage from the extinguishing of the fires. One classroom was completely…

Her Majesty’s Government of Gibraltar today notes the statement issued by Volotea in relation to the reasons for the removal of the recently announced Bilbao flight from sale on Volotea’s website. Whilst regrettable, Volotea’s statement does not indicate that the airline has abandoned the initiative. It will continue to work…

Commenting on the retirement of the Collector of Customs, Mr John Rodriguez after almost 38 years of service, the Chief Minister, the Hon Faban Picardo QC MP, said: “On behalf of the Government and of the people of Gibraltar, I thank Mr Rodriguez for his exemplary work and dedication during…

Yesterday saw the retirement of John Rodriguez who has served HM Government of Gibraltar for nearly 38 years, the last 15 of those as Collector of Customs. During that time he has served with two different administrations and seen the department grow into the modern and professional organization it is…

Elderly Residential Services are delighted to announce that visiting days will be increased during the Easter Holidays.  Arrangements have been made following Public Health advice. Consequently, in order to safeguard and protect all residents, visiting will be subject to the following strict process: Visits will be allowed as long as…

The lower reaches of the Upper Rock have re-opened to local traffic.  This follows a period of closure during the lockdown. A great deal of thought has gone into whether or not the Upper Rock should remain completely closed to private vehicles, given the benefits to the nature reserve of…

The Government notes the statement issued today by the GSD Opposition spokesman for Tourism in relation to the recent announcement of flights between Gibraltar and Bilbao scheduled for later this summer. The Minister for Tourism, the Hon Vijay Daryanani, noted that “Mr Bossino appears to rely really very heavily on…

Following the success of the Povetkin v Whyte 2 event Her Majesty’s Government of Gibraltar urges those who were present to attend the Drive Thru on Tuesday 6th April to undergo a Covid-19 test.  The results obtained will be crucial in informing decisions on the continued unlocking process in the…

Gibraltar Cultural Services, on behalf of the Ministry for Culture, have announced the winner for this year’s Spring Festival Logo competition. The First Prize and winning entry was awarded to Emma Duarte. The winning entry will receive a cash prize of £500, with the logo displayed in all printed and…

Gibraltar Cultural Services, on behalf of the Ministry of Culture, is pleased to announce the 2021 Gibraltar Drama Festival will take place from Monday 17th to Friday 21st May 2021. All performances will take place at the Ince’s Hall. A total of 12 plays will be presented as follows: Monday…

There have been no reported positive cases of COVID-19 identified within government educational settings in the period 22nd to 28th March.    ENDS