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Demolition plan set out for Devil’s Tower Camp dog compound

An application for the demolition of the existing Ministry of Defence dog compound at Devil’s Tower Camp has been filed with the Town Planner, as plans are to extend the facility. Structural engineering firm NOSA was appointed to provide structural engineering and architectural services for the replacement and extension project, which is located at the...

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Youth Service unveils new brand and website

The Gibraltar Youth Service has unveiled a refreshed brand identity and redesigned website as part of a wider programme of reflection and renewal aimed at strengthening how it connects with young people, families, partners and the wider community. Established in 1963, the Youth Service has supported generations of young people across Gibraltar. The new branding...

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NGOs welcome Rosia Bay interest call but caution against private development

A group of Gibraltar NGOs welcomes the new call for Expressions of Interest for Rosia Bay and the AHQ Building but urges the government to prioritise publicly funded restoration that protects the site’s heritage, ecology and public access, avoids inappropriate private development, and acts urgently to prevent further storm-related deterioration. The Gibraltar Heritage Trust, the...

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Disruption to eGov services after failed migration

The Government of Gibraltar has apologised for the disruption to eGov services after investigations found the issues arose from a failed migration of services and data by an external provider from decommissioned systems to their replacements. Some of the services not available include driving and vehicle administration, housing and tenancy applications, healthcare registration and certificates,...

UK/Spain News

UK/Spain News

Storm Kristin leaves 250 evacuated in the Campo as Algeciras port closes and damage mounts 

By Maria Jesus Corrales  Storm Kristin caused widespread disruption across the Campo de Gibraltar on Wednesday as heavy rain and strong winds led to flooding, evacuations and the closure of the Port of Algeciras.  Around 250 residents living near the Guadarranque river in San Roque were evacuated as a precaution amid concerns over rising water...

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UK pushes ahead with online gambling tax change despite concerns, including over Gib

Changes to UK online gambling duty were passed unopposed in the House of Commons on Tuesday evening, despite concerns about the impact they could have on Gibraltar’s economy and the risk of pushing people to unlicensed markets. The package of gambling tax changes announced in the UK Budget late last year will raise about £1 billion for...

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Costa motorway tolls rise in 2026

An increase in tolls on the AP-7 motorway in Spain will now cost light vehicle users €19.55 during peak season to drive from the Rock to Malaga Airport. The cost will be €12 off peak. The peak rate includes the months of June, July, August and September and the 17 days from the Friday before...

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Lords debate self-determination as Chagos Bill faces scrutiny 

 The issue of self-determination and whether Chagossians were entitled to a referendum on the UK’s controversial decision to hand sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius was debated in the House of Lords this week.  Under the agreement signed last May, the UK will cede sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, in a deal...