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Cadets showcase skills during ministers’ visit to Air Training Corps squadron

Cadets and staff of No. 2 Overseas (Gibraltar) Squadron, Air Training Corps, welcomed Government ministers Christian Santos and John Cortes during a recent parade night, showcasing the application, commitment and skills of Gibraltar’s young air cadets.  The ministers observed precision drill, a radio communications demonstration, STEM and team-building exercises, and experienced the squadron’s flight simulators during the visit.  Flight Lieutenant Ivan...

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Royal Life Saving Society highlights water safety code during Drowning Prevention Week

The Gibraltar Royal Life Saving Society has highlighted its water safety code as part of Drowning Prevention Week 2026, reminding the public of key safety measures for beaches and swimming pools.  The campaign aims to provide swimmers with practical information that could help prevent accidents in and around the water.  For beachgoers, the Society stressed the...

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Triple A Family Fun Day raises more than £3,000 for autism awareness

The annual Triple A Family Fun Day raised more than £3,000 while promoting autism awareness and inclusion in Gibraltar.  The event brought together families, supporters and members of the community for a programme of entertainment, fundraising activities and demonstrations.  Triple A, which stands for Awesome Autism Awareness, was established in 2014 and has since become an annual fixture on Gibraltar’s community calendar. The...

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Gibraltar Fire and Rescue Service attends INTERSCHUTZ 2026

Personnel from the Gibraltar Fire and Rescue Service attended INTERSCHUTZ 2026 in Hannover, Germany, from June 1 to 6 as part of the service’s ongoing focus on training, operational readiness and future planning.  Deputy Chief Fire Officer Matthew Payas, Divisional Officer Adrian McComb and Station Officer Jared Olivero represented the service at the international trade fair for fire and rescue services,...

UK/Spain News

UK/Spain News

Gibraltar hosts cross-border Bloomsday celebrations

Gibraltar hosted part of a programme of cross-border activities marking Bloomsday on June 16, organised jointly by Gibraltar Cultural Services 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 Durante...

UK/Spain News

Border works reshape space on both sides

Works on both sides of the Gibraltar-Spain border are progressively reshaping the border area as preparations continue for the removal of existing infrastructure. On the Gibraltar side, scaffolding has been erected around the canopies that are due to be removed. Workers were on site preparing for the dismantling process, which is expected to begin in...

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Spain says treaty will bring ‘peaceful coexistence’ while preserving sovereignty positions

Spain told the UN’s Committee of 24 on Monday that the UK/EU treaty on Gibraltar would deliver “peaceful coexistence and prosperity” for the region, while protecting the respective legal positions of both Madrid and London. Hector Gomez, Spain’s ambassador to the UN, said the agreement was designed to address the fallout from Brexit while preserving...

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UK to ban social media for under 16s, in move welcomed by Gib campaigners

Children in the UK under age 16 will be banned from social media in a “big moment for our country”, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said on Monday. The Prime Minister announced the restriction in a Downing Street press conference as he warned social media was having an impact on children’s happiness and mental health....