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Aug 06 - US Coast Guard Recognises “Excellence” Of The Gibraltar Maritime Administration

The Gibraltar Maritime Administration (GMA) has been admitted onto the prestigious United States Coast Guard’s ‘Quality Shipping in the 21st Century Programme’ (QUALSHIP 21) – a reflection of the standards of excellence it has achieved. Gibraltar was invited to apply as a result of the Port State Control records of locally- registered vessels in US ports.

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Aug 06 - Defenders Urge Gibraltar to Fly Their Flags

defendersThe Defenders of Gibraltar fully support the recent initiative expressed by a number of members of the general public during discussions regarding sending a 'powerful, peaceful and unequivocal message' highlighting the strength of Gibraltarian unity.

A statement released by the pressure group notes, ‘the initiative itself is for people in Gibraltar to fly the Gibraltar flag, Union Jack flag or Union Jack defaced with castle and key flag from their houses, windows, balconies and even shop windows. Indeed anywhere where a flag can be hung, flown or displayed, we urge people to do exactly that.

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Aug 06 - Health Meetings for Cortes in London and Isle of Wight

cortesHealth Minister Dr. John Cortes will this week attend a series of meetings in the Isle of Wight and London. The Isle of Wight shares a similar health service to that of Gibraltar, with regards to primary, secondary and mental health services. Both services are also managed by the same health care provider.

It is hoped that close links will be developed between the GHA and the Isle of Wight, which will provide opportunities for training and development in particular. Designate Chief Executive of the GHA, Freddie Pitto will be closely involved in developing this initiative, and the visit is part of his preparation for taking on the role of CEO on 1st September.

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Aug 06 - UK Tour Operator Notes Rise in Gibraltar Holiday Sales

classi collectionOnce again this year another UK tour operator featuring Gibraltar is reporting an increase in sales.

Based in Sussex, UK the award-winning independent specialist tour operator, Classic Collection Holidays is celebrating its 25th anniversary in the travel industry. With luxury tailor-made holidays to a range of destinations including the Mediterranean, North Africa, Bermuda and newly featured as of 2013, Slovenia and Montenegro, the company feature specialist holidays from family to adult-only, to those looking for more of a cultural experience with luxury European city breaks. Classic Collection Holidays offer an excellent range of four and five star hotels, multi-centre options, city breaks and new for 2013 holidays by train.

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Aug 06 - Hain Urges UK Government to Re-Open Joint Sovereignty Negotiations

peter hainFormer UK Minister for Europe, Peter Hain, who stood at the forefront of possible shared sovereignty negotiations between the UK Government and the Spanish Government in 2002 has urged the Government to reopen negotiations with Spain.

Speaking to BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, Mr. Hain explained that these negotiations needed to be re-visited. Speaking on former negotiations that were led by Tony Blair’s New Labour Government, Mr. Hain explained that it was a historic opportunity to have joint sovereignty, which would have protected Gibraltarians’ way of life.

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Aug 06 - Hague Reiterates UK Support for Gib Through Personal Call to Picardo

hagueAs tensions continue to rise, Foreign Secretary William Hague telephoned Chief Minister Fabian Picardo to express his, the British Government’s and the Prime Minister’s support and backing for Gibraltar.

Mr Hague also expressed the UK Government's sympathy for those affected by the Spanish actions and he thanked the Gibraltar Government for the sensitive way in which it has handled the situation.

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