The Chief Minister, Fabian Picardo, today met with the Foreign Secretary, Rt Hon Lord David Cameron, at the Foreign Office in London in order to discuss the outstanding issues and matters in the ongoing negotiation with the European Union in relation to Gibraltar.
The Opposition notes what it describes as some of the “extraordinary comments” made last night by the Chief Minister in the GBC Viewpoint debate with the Leader of the Opposition. The GSD says that the Leader of the Opposition has a constitutional obligation to question the Government’s handling of the public finances of Gibraltar and to continue to highlight any concerns. According to the party, last night, once again, the Chief Minister “failed to address any of the legitimate concerns raised not just by the GSD Opposition but many people in Gibraltar.”
MV Azores, the Portuguese cruise liner today made its inaugural call to Gibraltar. To mark the occasion, Minister for Tourism, Samantha Sacramento, this morning attended a reception on board. During the official function, there was a presentation and exchange of commemorative plaques with the captain of the passenger ship.
Gibraltar Cultural Services (GCS), on behalf of the Ministry for Culture, is organising the Spring Visual Arts Competition that will see changes to previous editions of the competition. It will now include new categories - video, photography and installations. This will keep in line with Government’s policy of promoting the visual and contemporary arts in Gibraltar and abroad.
Laguna Youth Club members participated in an active weekend on 18 / 19 April through a variety of high-energy activities which included dance, gymnastics, teambuilding sports and healthy foods.