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New European air routes targeted as Gibraltar prepares for post-treaty tourism growth

The Gibraltar Government is in discussions with several airlines over new routes to key European destinations as it looks to capitalise on opportunities expected to arise from the UK–EU agreement, the Minister for Tourism, Christian Santos told Parliament. Mr Santos said improving connectivity and expanding into new markets would be central to the long-term growth...

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Parents to gain statutory leave under planned employment reforms

Parents in Gibraltar will soon be entitled to statutory parental leave under new legislation that will strengthen workers' rights and provide greater support for families. Delivering his Budget address in Parliament last week, the Minister for Equality, Culture and Tourism, Christian Santos, said the legislation would be introduced shortly, describing it as an important step...

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Budget measures including pension equalisation need ‘honest scrutiny’, Sacarello tells Parliament

GSD MP Craig Sacarello said that while the equalisation of the pension age at 60 would be welcomed by some, the change required “honest scrutiny” as to its cost. In a budget address last week, Mr Sacarello the same applied to the increase in the minimum wage, which he acknowledged would be welcomed by low-paid...

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Gibraltar businesses invited to join international GibLink roadshow

The Gibraltar Government has invited local businesses and sponsors to express an interest in GibLink, a new international roadshow promoting Gibraltar to audiences across the UK and Spain. The initiative, organised through the Ministry of Business, will provide businesses with a coordinated platform to engage with entrepreneurs, investors, high-net-worth individuals and skilled professionals. The Government...

UK/Spain News

UK/Spain News

Moreno secures second term after PP seals coalition deal with Vox

Juan Manuel Moreno was on Thursday sworn in as President of the Junta de Andalucía after securing the backing of the Andalusian Parliament following a coalition agreement between the Partido Popular and Vox. Moreno secured 68 votes in favour and 41 against in the second round of the investiture debate, giving him the simple majority...

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Commons to debate Gib treaty on July 8 ahead of formal ratification

The House of Commons will debate the UK/EU treaty on Gibraltar next week, even before the formal ratification process has commenced. The debate appears in the Commons order paper for Wednesday July 8, where it is listed for 9.30am under the title “That this House has considered the draft UK-EU Agreement on Gibraltar”, with Conservative...

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Cross-border exhibition celebrating shared identity closes in La Linea

A month-long cross-border exhibition exploring the cultural ties between Gibraltar and La Linea has come to an end at the Casa de la Cultura after bringing together artists, historians, community groups and residents from both sides of the border.  Al Cielo con Ella ran throughout June, offering a programme of artistic and community activities that examined the physical and emotional connections between...

UK/Spain News

Defence plan earmarks £1.9bn for overseas bases and ‘continued support’ for Gib 

The UK Government’s Defence Investment Plan [Dip] earmarks £1.9 billion for investment in Britain’s overseas bases through to 2030 and expressly sets out continued support for the base in Gibraltar.  The plan was published on Monday and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said an extra £15 billion investment in defence will mean the UK will be ready to fight Russia if Vladimir Putin launches an attack in 2030.  “When...