From 0630hrs the 20/11/2013 to 0630hrs the 21/11/2013
Crime Reports
1Report of Intentional Harassment Alarm or Distress
1 Report of Destroying or Damaging Property
1 Report of Theft
1 Report of Burglary
1 Report of Improper Use of Telecommunications
Commenting on the GFA’s first official UEFA match this week, the Opposition congratulated the team for their ‘splendid sporting performance’. The GSD notes that the team was almost entirely comprised of amateur players who proved ‘they have what it takes to play against reputable professions and hold them to a tight game which resulted in a goalless draw’.
The Party wishes the GFA ‘all the very best for the future and reassures football lovers of their continued support for the development of football for the benefit of all players.’
The public has been advised by the RGP, of the latest scam directed at members of the community in Gibraltar.
Numerous people have reported receiving a letter suggesting that a next of kin or family member has died and left assets of about €5,700,000 (the amount may vary).
Customs Officials, the Royal Gibraltar Police and the Gibraltar Defence Police have together launched a contraband-control operation with an aim to combat illicit activity both overland and by sea.
The operation is primarily directed at unlawful cigarette exportation but includes other related aspects of criminal activity including unlawful entry to the jurisdiction, the attempted import or export of controlled substances or merchandise and the anti-social behaviour deriving from these activities.
Following a protracted investigation by officers of the Royal Gibraltar Police’s Criminal Investigation Department, two men today appeared at the Magistrates Court answering to charges in relation to a robbery which took place in the area of Devil’s Gap Steps on the 4th of September of 2013.
Peter James Macias, aged 29, of Road to the Lines and Ryan Cattini, aged 20, of Ince House, Moorish Castle Estate, were today jointly charged with one count of Robbery. The two men were arrested for the offence on the 12th of September 2013.
Fabian Picardo spoke to Justin Webb of the BBC during this morning’s Today programme on BBC Radio 4. Here is a transcript of the interview.
This morning, John Humphrys of the BBC’s Today Programme interviewed Inocencio Arias, a former Spanish Ambassdor to the UN about the recent incursion and the ongoing dispute between Spain and Gibraltar. Here is a transcript of the interview:
Bringing some of Britain’s top names in comedy to Gibraltar, the Comedy for Africa event promises to both fill it’s audiences with violent bursts of laughter and raise funds for William Hill’s worth while Project for Africa charity as well as Gibraltar’s own Childline.
Four shows will be hosted at the John Mackintosh Hall on Wednesday 27th, Thursday 28th and Friday 29th of November. Acts include Archie Kelly, who made a name for himself in Peter Kay’s ‘Phoenix Nights’ playing Kenny ‘Dalgish’ Senior. Archie has since become a headlining act in a gamut of well know clubs around the UK, including Manchester’s ‘The Comedy Store’. Archie incorporates his Northern wit and razor sharp song parodies into his stand-up. He has formerly toured with Paddy McGuinness and Peter Kay.
