New residency policy rules could ‘hamper economy’, GSD says

Unite’s Simon Dubbins pledges closer ties with Gibraltar in leadership bid 

23rd June 2026

Unite Director of International, Simon Dubbins, has said he will bridge a direct connection between Gibraltar and the union’s national leadership if elected as General Secretary, as he highlighted the ‘real threat’ the far right poses to working people.  Mr Dubbins, who is challenging incumbent Sharon Graham in the union's leadership election, visited Gibraltar and met members at the John Mackintosh Hall...

New residency policy rules could ‘hamper economy’, GSD says

23rd June 2026

The GSD has said the newly introduced residency policy, which sets out an age gap and earnings threshold, will likely have an “adverse effect” against British people seeking to relocate to or invest in Gibraltar. The Government last week introduced a new residency policy age cap at 55 and a minimum earnings requirement of £37,500....

Gibraltar Tourist Board attends 68th MedCruise General Assembly in Palermo

23rd June 2026

The Gibraltar Tourist Board recently attended the 68th MedCruise General Assembly in Palermo where the delegation directly engaged with cruise line itinerary planners and key decisionmakers in the industry. The Government said the Tourist Board promoted Gibraltar’s strengths as a high-quality Mediterranean cruise destination, while showcasing new and exciting experiences available to cruise passengers. The...

Government hosts sector-specific treaty implementation town halls

23rd June 2026

The Gibraltar Government hosted two sector-specific town hall meetings at Ince's Hall on Monday as part of its work to help businesses prepare for implementation of the new arrangements under the UK-EU treaty relating to Gibraltar. The sessions focused on pharmaceuticals and medical products, and on special customs procedures, including bonded warehouses, bringing together affected...

Irregular migration through southern Spain sees sharp decline, report says

23rd June 2026

In its latest report, covering the year 2025, the Comisión Española de Ayuda al Refugiado (CEAR, a Spanish NGO which offers aid and support for refugees) has recorded a significant drop in traffic between northern Morocco and Spain.  While the Strait was considered the main gateway for irregular arrivals into Europe during the 1990s and 2000s, patterns have undergone what CEAR described as a substantial change and the coast between...

Artists and citizens capture end of the border through collective project

22nd June 2026

Artists and citizens from both sides of the border are contributing to a collective contemporary art project in La Línea exploring memories, experiences and imaginings linked to Gibraltar and the frontier as discussions continue over the border’s future. The initiative, titled Arriba con ella, is being held at the Galería Manuel Alés until June 26...

Sir Keir Starmer resigns as Prime Minister with Andy Burnham poised to take over

22nd June 2026

By Press Association Political Staff Sir Keir Starmer has announced he will resign as Prime Minister less than two years after coming to power. In a statement outside 10 Downing Street, Sir Keir said his party had asked “whether I am best placed to lead us into the next general election”. He said: “I have...

Gibraltar hosts cross-border Bloomsday celebrations

18th June 2026

Gibraltar hosted part of a programme of cross-border activities marking Bloomsday on June 16, organised jointly by Rebecca Calderon, Patrick Sacarello and La Línea City Council.  Visitors took part in “A James Joyce Journey from Gibraltar to La Línea”, which began at the Alameda Gardens before continuing with a free talk by Ulysses expert Charles...