Treaty Bill published in Gib as Spanish cabinet approves emergency spending on border infrastructure

GHA pays tribute to former medical director Dr Michael Maskill

26th March 2026

The Gibraltar Health Authority has expressed its condolences following the death of former consultant in general medicine and medical director Dr Michael Maskill, who served the organisation for over three decades. Dr Maskill joined the GHA in 1981 and remained until his retirement in 2014, during which time he was described as a central figure...

‘Significant milestone’ as Gibraltar welcomes three inaugural cruise calls in a week

26th March 2026

The Ministry of Tourism marked a significant milestone as three inaugural cruise calls were welcomed by Gibraltar Tourist Board within the space of just one week, marking a strong start to the 2026 cruise season. Looking ahead, Gibraltar is expecting approximately 260 cruise calls in 2026, representing an increase of over 18% compared to the...

Visit Gibraltar wins tourist board award

26th March 2026

The Gibraltar Tourist Board has been awarded ‘Tourist Board of the Year - Silver’ by AITO, The Specialist Travel Association, during the organisation’s 50th anniversary celebrations. The event brought together specialist tour operators, travel agents and destination partners to mark the association’s growth since its inception in the 1970s. Gibraltar has been a member of...

Mayor’s Awards presented at City Hall ceremony

26th March 2026

The annual Mayor’s Awards Ceremony was held at the Mayor’s Parlour in City Hall on Wednesday, with Deputy Governor Marc Holland attending on behalf of the Governor, Lieutenant General Sir Ben Bathurst, the Chief Minister Fabian Picardo was also present. Following nominations from members of the public endorsed by the Awards Committee, the Mayor, Nicholas...

Campo to seek EU ‘special economic zone’ status 

14th March 2026

By Maria Jesus Corrales  Business organisations in the Campo de Gibraltar have prepared a document seeking special economic zone status from the European Union, in a move supporters say could boost competitiveness across the Strait area and attract billions in investment.  The proposal, drawn up by the Campo Chamber of Commerce and consultancy MC Valnera, calls on the Government of...

Commons again warned UK gaming tax hike could hit Gibraltar hard

11th March 2026

The House of Commons was reminded on Wednesday that the decisions it took could have “a huge impact” on Gibraltar, as a Labour MP warned that a planned increase to UK gaming taxes could “leave a huge hole” in the Rock’s economy. Gareth Snell used a Commons debate on the Finance Bill to warn that...

Spain’s Tax Agency announces seminar on treaty

11th March 2026

Spain’s Tax Agency has announced a web seminar on the application of the UK/EU treaty on Gibraltar. In a notice published on Wednesday, it said the seminar will take place on March 19 and is intended to explain the application of the agreement from April 10. Those wishing to attend are required to register in...

Revolut launches UK bank after long-awaited all-clear from regulator

11th March 2026

By Holly Williams, Press Association Business Editor Revolut is set to launch as a fully-fledged bank in the UK after securing the green light from regulators following a lengthy wait. The fintech said it received the all-clear from the Bank of England’s Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) for a full banking licence, allowing it to offer accounts...