06/10/2021 - 09:21
Unite, the union, says that the results of the Union’s stress survey are deeply concerning.
And add: “For the last six weeks we have distributed stress surveys for staff to complete due to the growing concerns of staff stress levels and staff feeling demoralised. The results of this survey from our members have shown that staff are feeling incredibly under pressure with 85% of survey respondents stating they feel stressed whilst at work. Read more
06/10/2021 - 09:20
In 2018 the GFSB commissioned a study of Main Street and its surrounding area to ascertain if there was anything that could be done to help businesses. This was an important exercise to know where the high street was and where it could go. The Main Street Review highlighted a number of things that could be done to improve the whole area for both locals and tourists. The best mechanism for this type of change was with the forming of a Business Improvement District (BID) which have proved very successful in the UK and USA. Read more
05/10/2021 - 19:52
Tuesday 5th October 2021
Total tests done: 365,223
Test results pending: 35
Test results received: 365,188
Confirmed cases: 5590 (+11) Read more
05/10/2021 - 09:36
Speaking at a crowded reception at the Conservative Party conference, the Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the Conservatives believed in the sovereignty of Gibraltar, the free independent spirit of Gibraltar, their right to choose their destiny, and they have chosen to be British and we love them for it. Read more
05/10/2021 - 09:30
Many will be aware of news, which has come to light over recent weeks, of a housing barge which seems to be arriving in Gibraltar as a floating hotel. Read more
04/10/2021 - 14:38
Monday 4th October 2021
Total tests done: 363,987
Test results pending: 45
Test results received: 363,942
Confirmed cases: 5579 (+6) Read more
04/10/2021 - 09:33
SPECIAL REPORT By PETER TABERNER
Gibraltar is now looking to revolutionise its stance on medicinal cannabis, as last month the government published a bill to regulate the supply, production, importing and exporting of cannabis to treat health conditions.
The government is keen to support the private sector is establishing a regulatory framework, which will allow the medicinal cannabis industry to grow.
The proposed bill is designed to enable the creation of an effectively new industry, that will be regulated in compliance with the United Nations’ Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs, which was adopted in 1961. Read more
04/10/2021 - 09:32
TANGIER: 'We are pleased to announce Strait of Gibraltar Association has officially opened up the registration process for eligible youngsters between the ages of 14 and 24 from Tangier to register as participants in the Duke of Edinburgh international award,' says Strait of Gibraltar Association. ‘This award is done under the auspices of our associations IAC (Independent Accredited Centre) membership with the Duke of Edinburgh International Award scheme. Read more