
Government Sends Condolences on the Passing of Pope Francis
22 April 2025
The Government says it is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Pope Francis on Sunday morning.
The Chief Minister, Fabian Picardo, said: 'On behalf of the people of Gibraltar, I would like to express our deepest felt condolences on the passi…
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Minister Arias-Vasquez to Host Constituency Clinic on Friday 9th May
22 April 2025
The Minister for Health, Care and Business, Gemma Arias-Vasquez, will be holding her next constituency clinic on Friday 9th May from 2pm to 5pm at her offices located at Suite 971 Europort.
Residen…
GMWS Welcomes the Sixth Annual Report of the Mental Health Board
22 April 2025
The Gibraltar Mental Welfare Society has welcomed the sixth annual report of the Mental Health Board.
A statement continued: “The report aims to 'offer an objective assessment of the current landsca…
Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Gibraltar Bronze Qualifying Adventurous Journey
22 April 2025
This weekend, 26th and 27th April, is yet another busy one for Award participants and leaders.
A statement continued: “Yes, you have seen these before, but it’s another one, that’s why we are always…
Gibraltar Businesses Invited to Join “Beat Plastic Pollution” Shop Window Competition for World Environment Day
22 April 2025
In celebration of World Environment Day 2025, OTWO Magazine in collaboration with the Gibraltar Federation of Small Businesses (GFSB) is calling on local businesses to get creative and take part in t…
Public Encouraged to Use Formal GHA Complaints Channels for Official Complaints
22 April 2025
The Ministry for Health and Care is reminding the public that, as announced in December 2023, the GHA Complaints Office has been relocated to the Ministry for Health and Care.
This structural chang…
Survey Finds Almost 80% of Local Population Gambles
22 April 2025
A recent survey carried out in Gibraltar has concluded that around 78% of Gibraltar’s adult population is involved in a gambling activity, significantly more than the 48% in the UK.
Carried out in a…
Message From The Bishop Of Gibraltar On The Death of Pope Francis
22 April 2025
The Bishop of Gibraltar, Carmel Zammit, has issued the following message on the death of Pope Francis: “It is with deep sorrow that we join the global Catholic community and all other people of good…
New Principal Auditor Faces Herculean Task Says GSD
17 April 2025
The GSD have noted the appointment of Mr Phil Sharman as the new Principal Auditor.
A statement from the GSD follows below:
The GSD notes the announcement of the appointment of Mr Phil Sharman as t…
Phil Sharman Appointed As Principal Auditor
17 April 2025
His Excellency the Governor and Commander-in-Chief, Lieutenant General Sir Ben Bathurst KCVO, CBE, has appointed Mr Phil Sharman as Principal Auditor following the retirement of Mr Tony Sacramento. …
RG Personnel Attend Hockey Training Camp In South Africa
16 April 2025
Recently, three personnel from the Royal Gibraltar Regiment (RG) returned from an intensive and beneficial hockey training camp held in South Africa. The camp was a crucial part of their preparation…
Governor Visits WWII Tunnels
16 April 2025
Earlier this week the Minister for Environment, Prof John Cortes, and Minister for Tourism, Christian Santos, accompanied His Excellency the Governor, Sir Ben Bathurst, to the newly renovated World W…
Net Zero Delivery Board Briefed by UK FCDO Climate Security Programme
16 April 2025
A meeting of the Net Zero Delivery Board was chaired yesterday morning by the Deputy Chief Minister Dr Joseph Garcia and attended by the Minister for Environment Prof John Cortes.
The meeting was a…
Chamber Welcomes Airport Taxi Service
16 April 2025
The Chamber has said that it welcomes the latest regulatory changes introduced by the Government to ensure that a minimum number of taxis are available at the airport for up to 90 minutes after each…
GHA Advises The Public To Have Measles Vaccine
16 April 2025
The Gibraltar Health Authority is currently on enhanced surveillance and is advising members of the public who have not had an anti-measles vaccine in the past to contact the Primary Care Centre to…
Charities Express Gratitude For Generous Legacy Donation From Mrs Aida Hernandez
16 April 2025
Gibraltar Alzheimer's and Dementia Society (GADS), Cancer Relief Gibraltar and the Friends of Mount Alvernia have expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the estate of Mrs Aida Hernandez for the gener…
Unite Education Branch Response To Summer Hours Public Consultation
16 April 2025
The Unite Education Branch have issued a reply to the Government's announcement of a public consultation exercise on School Summer hours.
A statement from Unite follows below:
Following the announc…
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New Novel By Humbert Hernandez Released
04 December 2024
Luciano, the latest book by Gibraltarian author Humbert Hernandez, is being launched today.
This is Hernandez’s first full-length novel following his volumes of short stories and Mis Patios Perdidos.
Luciano will be on sale as from today Wednesday…
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The Sovereign Art Foundation Global Student Prize 2025: Talented Young Artists from Gibraltar Amongst Shortlist
15 April 2025
The Sovereign Art Foundation (SAF) have announced the shortlist of the 2025 Global edition of their annual art prize for secondary school students, with £4,300 in grants on offer for winning artists…
Commissioner Ullger Retires After 37 Years
15 April 2025
There was an emotional farewell for the Commissioner of Police at New Mole House this week.
Scores of officers, civilian staff and family members filled the courtyard of the Royal Gibraltar Police’…
Ministry of Equality Delivers Training Workshops
15 April 2025
The Ministry of Equality continues to raise awareness of a range of Equality matters through the delivery of several training workshops and seminars, led by Policy Development Officer Marlene Dalli f…
Echoes: An Installation By Lizanne Figueras Now Open At GEMA Gallery
15 April 2025
Multi disciplinary artist, Lizanne Figueras' installation Echoes is currently on show at the GEMA Gallery.
The installation is available for viewing at the GEMA Gallery on Monday to Friday 11.00am t…
Eco Festival Returns – Celebrating Sustainability, Community And Summer Vibes
15 April 2025
The Eco Festival will return for its fourth consecutive year on Saturday, 31st May and Sunday, 1st June at the Europa Pool.
A statement from OTWO follows below:
Organised by the OTWO team, the fe…
Launch of ‘Tale of Two Cities’ Art Exhibition in Tangier
14 April 2025
The launch of the art exhibition ‘A Tale of Two Cities’ as part of the Gibraltar Tangier exchange saw a positive response and reception. The event, organised by Gibraltar Cultural Services and JM Mem…
Government Introduces Robust Anti-Avoidance Measures To Strengthen Tax Compliance
14 April 2025
The Government of Gibraltar has published revised anti-tax avoidance provisions, reinforcing its commitment to fair taxation and aligning with global standards.
A statement from the Government foll…
Minister For Housing Meets With Tenants’ Associations
14 April 2025
Minister Pat Orfila has continued engaging with Tenants’ Associations representing Government Estates.
A statement from the Government follows below:
The Minister for Housing, the Hon Pat Orfila MP…
Gibraltar Tourist Board Attends Seatrade Cruise Global 2025
14 April 2025
The Gibraltar Tourist Board attended the Seatrade Cruise Global 2025 conference in Miami Beach USA.
A statement from the Government follows below:
This event is an unmatched cruise conference in t…
St Bernard’s Lower Primary School Champions Healthy Choices
14 April 2025
St Bernard’s Lower Primary School recently concluded an exciting Project Based Learning initiative centred around Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl. Inspired by their reading, and part…
Krish Daryanani Appointed Onto Friends Of British Overseas Territories Executive Committee
14 April 2025
Krish Daryanani has been appointed onto the Executive Committee of the Friends of the British Overseas Territories.
A statement follows below:
Gibraltarian student, Krish Daryanani, has been…
Cairns Cup Delegation Visits Gibraltar Ahead Of San Roque Tournament
14 April 2025
Representatives from the Cairns Cup were in Gibraltar last week to continue preparations for the upcoming biannual international disability golf tournament, which will take place at the San Roque Gol…
GHA Highlight Local Cochlear Implant Programme Achievement
14 April 2025
GHA Consultant ENT Surgeon Dr Julian Danino has reported a significant achievement for local patients suffering from profound hearing loss. Four individuals with no functional auditory capacity (deaf…
RGP And Justice Minister Visit Glacis Estate
14 April 2025
Royal Gibraltar Police officers and the Minister for Justice met at Glacis Estate last Thursday to discuss ways of tackling anti-social behaviour in the estate.
A statement from the RGP follows be…
UK’s College of Policing Deliver Multi-Agency Gold Incident Command (MAGIC) Course in Gibraltar
11 April 2025
A four-day Multi-Agency Gold Incident Command (MAGIC) Course was held in Gibraltar last week and delivered by the UK’s College of Policing. The course was jointly organised by the Office of Civil Con…
Additional Bus Trial for Route 2
11 April 2025
The Ministry of Transport will trial an extra Route 2 bus this weekend.
A statement from the Government follows below:
As the Ministry continues to review routes, usage and public feedback, it has…
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Interesting, But Disappointing: a Review of The Llanito Dictionaries
29 August 2024
By Charles Durante
Dr Johnson famously wrote, ‘lexicographer: a writer of dictionaries: a harmless drudge.’ In the publication mentioned above we have four ‘drudges:’ Tito Vallejo-Smith, Manuel Cavilla, Johannes Kramer and Juan Manuel Ballesta Gó…
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