Nearly 14 tonnes of invasive seaweed removed from local beaches

Nearly 14 tonnes of invasive seaweed removed from local beaches

30th July 2025

Youth volunteers from The Nautilus Project have removed more than 3.5 tonnes of invasive seaweed from beaches around Gibraltar over the past fortnight, in a clean-up effort coordinated in response to large quantities of the algae washing ashore. Their work was in tandem to a Government clean-up effort that cleared a further 10 tonnes of...

Man arrested on suspicion of arson following Mid-Harbour Estate fire

30th July 2025

A 43-year-old Spanish man has been arrested on suspicion of arson following a bin-store fire in the early hours of Tuesday, July 29, at Mid-Harbour Estate. Response Team officers from the Royal Gibraltar Police and personnel from the Gibraltar Fire and Rescue Service attended the scene after the fire was reported. An investigation was launched...

Elective surgery cancellations caused by isolated staff absence, not systemic shortages

30th July 2025

The Government of Gibraltar said the recent cancellation of elective surgeries at St Bernard’s Hospital was the result of a one-off staffing issue, not ongoing staff or bed shortages. The disruption occurred when four members of staff from the Theatre Services Sterile Unit (TSSU) reported sick on the same day last week, leading to the...

GFRS purchases specialised aerial ladder platform

29th July 2025

The Gibraltar Fire and Rescue Service has purchased a specialised Aerial Ladder Platform to enhance its ability to respond to fires in tall and complex buildings, as well as a variety of other emergency scenarios. The purchase follows a competitive tender process and extensive research, including onsite tests carried out with two potential suppliers. The...

GSD raises alarm over ‘elective surgery chaos’ at St Bernard’s Hospital

29th July 2025

The GSD raised concerns on Tuesday about ongoing staffing shortages and limited bed availability at St Bernard’s Hospital, which it said was leading to cancellations of elective surgeries and affecting overall services at the Gibraltar Health Authority. According to the GSD, various surgical procedures scheduled in recent days have been cancelled and will now need...

Unite and Morrisons agree on pay differentials for skilled trades

29th July 2025

Unite the Union and supermarket chain Morrisons have reached an agreement to apply the recent increase in the Gibraltar Minimum Wage to professional trades roles and team leaders, ensuring that wage differentials are maintained for skilled and supervisory positions. The agreement follows discussions between Unite and senior management at Morrisons, aimed at recognising the value...

Environmental groups call for stronger tuna regulations as anglers seek commercial quota

29th July 2025

With the Atlantic Bluefin tuna season set to reopen next week, local environmental groups have raised concern over regulations and conservation, while anglers have highlighted the need for a commercial quota. The first part of the tuna season closed earlier this month with 64 sports anglers catching 122 tunas weighing 23,755 kg. The highest total...

Airlines left battling to recover operations after air traffic control glitch

30th July 2025

By Neil Lancefield, PA Transport Correspondent, and Chronicle staff Airlines were yesterday evening attempting to recover their flight operations after a UK air traffic control (ATC) fault caused major disruption on Wednesday afternoon, including the cancellation of the evening service between Gibraltar and Gatwick. ATC provider Nats said its engineers had “restored the system that...

Sanchez hails ‘historic’ Gib agreement, defends his government’s record

29th July 2025

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez hailed the “historic” political agreement on a UK/EU treaty for Gibraltar as a highlight of his country’s foreign policy during a midterm review of his government’s performance. Speaking during a press conference on Monday, Mr Sanchez also said he had no plans to bring forward Spain's next general election, which...

Wildfire in La Alcaidesa forces evacuation of summer camp 

22nd July 2025

A wildfire declared on Monday at the La Alcaidesa estate, located in the Sierra del Arca, led to the evacuation of around 60 children and 10 monitors from a nearby summer camp, according to Campo firefighters.   Guardia Civil officers and San Roque local police moved the group to a safe area due to the fire’s...

Spanish officials recognised for work on Gibraltar negotiations 

22nd July 2025

Spain’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, José Manuel Albares, has awarded the Encomienda de Isabel la Católica to senior Spanish officials who took part in negotiations with the United Kingdom on a preliminary agreement concerning Gibraltar, as part of the European Union delegation.  The award recognises extraordinary conduct by Spanish or foreign individuals that benefits Spain...