The Government says it notes, “with disappointment”, the European Parliament’s objection, today, to the entry into force of the European Commission’s decision to remove certain jurisdictions, including Gibraltar, from the EU’s list of ‘high-risk’ third-countries with strategic deficiencies as regards anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (“AML/CFT”).
Following a shark sighting in the waters surrounding the area of Torre Guadiaro earlier this week, it has been reported in the Spanish press that the animal was caught by members of the La Linea Fishermen’s Association.
A feature length French film about Gibraltar will be released in September. Entitled “Gibraltar” in France but marketed as “The Informant” internationally, the action movie is the creation of director Julien Leclercq.
The St Bernard’s Catholic Social Club celebrated its 66th anniversary on 20th August. The function was well attended by members and guests. Among those enjoying the traditional evening event were Ministers Bossano and Sacramento, the Mayor Tony Lima and Monsignor Charles Azzopardi.
The Chief Minister will today meet David Cameron in London. They were initially set to meet yesterday but this was postponed until today because of the House of Commons debate on possible military action against Syria.