GBC News
Women's national team head coach resigns, swimmer Asia Kent qualifies for semi-finals and more
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- Women's national team head coach resigns, swimmer Asia Kent qualifies for semi-finals and more
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- 3:07
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- 2 months ago
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- Now for sports. The Gibraltar Football Association has announced that Women’s National Team Head Coach Stella Gotalhas stepped down after deciding not to renew her contract. Ms Gotal took over in September last year, taking charge of Gibraltar’s inaugural women’s World Cup qualifying campaign. The GFA has thanked Ms Gotal for her "dedication, professionalism and commitment". In other news - plenty happening in the local sports scene, including mixed martial arts, European football and of course the commonwealth games in Glasgow. Robin Sheppard-Capurro has the latest.
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- Temporary classrooms planned at St Joseph's
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- 0:44
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- 2 months ago
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- Temporary classrooms are to be installed in the parking area outside St Joseph’s School while refurbishment works are carried out at the school
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- Free the Knee step challenge kicks off, raising awareness of prostate cancer
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- 1:37
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- 2 months ago
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- Over 40 teams have signed up to track their steps this week, as part of Prostate Cancer's Free the Knee step challenge, organised in conjunction with the Financial Services Commission.
The aim is to continue to raise awareness, as Prostate Cancer Gibraltar stresses the importance of a simple blood test to detect the disease.
Charity representative Nicholas Peliza was on Gibraltar Today, along with GBC's Stefan Borge, who's taking part in this year's challenge.
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- Busy sporting weekend with sailing & Commonwealth Games competition
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- 2:51
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- 2 months ago
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- A big weekend of sailing to look ahead to. MMA fighter Leeroy Ruiz makes his pro debut in the USA and Gibraltar's national basketball squads are away in European action; but first we head to Glasgow for the Commonwealth Games.
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- Feature film on Iberian orcas Strait of Gibraltar being produced
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- 3:29
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- 2 months ago
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- A feature film centred on Iberian orcas in the Strait of Gibraltar, and the surrounding area, is currently being produced.
SACRO aims to tell a story about the critically endangered species and their interactions with people.
The filmmakers wanted to tell a cinematic tale rather than a documentary.
It hopes to highlight the area's marine environment, scientific leadership and commitment to conservation.
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- No matches recorded against police watchlists at border a week after Treaty implementation
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- 0:59
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- 2 months ago
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- There have been no matches recorded against police watchlists so far at the border.
New border security systems introduced following the Treaty arrangements have been operating for a week.
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- 'Fundamental' family rights much needed, says Sanchez on parental leave
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- 3:21
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- 2 months ago
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- Gibraltar has no statutory entitlement to paternity or parental leave, something the Shadow Equality Minister says places the burden of childcare largely on mothers.
Atrish Sanchez says introducing these rights is important to promote greater equality for families.
While the Government has repeatedly said its plans are at an advanced stage, Ms Sanchez told Katy Docker it has not shared any details of its proposals with the Opposition.
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- With taxis in the spotlight, what do you think of Gibraltar’s taxi service?
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- 3:22
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- 2 months ago
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- Taxis have been making headlines in recent days, following the introduction of new enforcement measures to prevent Spanish taxis from operating illegally in Gibraltar, and the issuing of the first fixed penalty notice under those powers.
But how do people rate the taxi service they use? Katy Docker was in town to find out.
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- Transport Ministry prepares for influx of traffic and increased demand on bus service
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- 3:22
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- 2 months ago
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- The Ministry of Transport is expecting an influx of traffic and an increase in demand on the bus service following treaty implementation.
Senior Officer, Stewart Harrison, told GBC the Ministry is encouraging the use of public transport to avoid more vehicles coming in and more issues with parking.
On the new bus route number 6, Mr Harrison said this was introduced to connect the large residential areas in the South Side and East Side to each other, as well as to the centre's workplaces, shops and services.
It combines and replaces the old routes 3 and 8; Christina Cortes asked Stewart Harrison for his response to criticism that the new route is therefore too long.
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- GBC News 23/07/26
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- 28:57
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- 2 months ago
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- GBC’s LIVE flagship news programme is on air weekdays at 8:30pm. Tune in for trusted reporting and the latest local news.
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- Commonwealth Games begin in Glasgow
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- 1:03
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- 2 months ago
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- The Commonwealth Games begin in Glasgow.
Around three thousand athletes from seventy-four nations and territories will take part, though it's a slimmed-down affair this time just ten sports on the programme. Gibraltar's among those marching out.
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- Spanish union of National Police Officers criticises aspects of treaty
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- 2:14
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- 2 months ago
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- Spain's largest union of National Police Officers, has criticised aspects of the treaty and is calling on the Spanish government to review its operational arrangements.
JUPOL says the deal limits how Spanish officers can carry out Schengen checks at Gibraltar's port and airport.
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- Heightened enforcement at border to deter Spanish taxis after first fine issued
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- 2:59
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- 2 months ago
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- The Transport Ministry has sought to reassure taxi drivers that Spanish taxis and private hire vehicles are not allowed to cross into Gibraltar under any circumstances.
It follows news that the first fixed penalty notice has been issued to a Spanish taxi driver since the new treaty arrangements came into effect.
Stewart Harrison says new measures will be enforced at the border going forward. He told Kelly Anne Borge that the safety of Gibraltarian passengers was the Ministry’s main concern, while acknowledging the service locally could be improved.
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- Local with Tourette Syndrome speaks of difficulty of receiving diagnosis
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- 1:45
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- 2 months ago
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- Tourette syndrome is a neurological condition that affects approximately three hundred thousand people in the UK.
The more noticeable symptoms are involuntary motor and vocal tics, but people with the condition can also struggle with anxiety and depression.
As part of Disability Pride month, we spoke to Raymond Risso, a local man who lives with Tourettes.
Kelly-Anne Borge asked him how he felt when he got his diagnosis.
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- How to keep your pets cool in the summer
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- 3:01
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- 2 months ago
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- It's the middle of summer and we've all been feeling the heat but spare a thought too for your pets.
Vet Mark Pizarro is once again advising pet owners of how best to make life easier for their furry friends in the hot summer days.
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- Cross-border workers having difficulty claiming benefits
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- 0:37
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- 2 months ago
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- Further administrative issues have emerged in Spain following the implementation of the Treaty.
Trade unions representing frontier workers say some have encountered difficulties claiming unemployment benefits and are calling on the Spanish authorities to clarify the situation.
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- Government clarifies "entry rules" following social media claims
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- 0:49
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- 2 months ago
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- Claims that Gibraltar can be used as a route into Spain by people without the correct visas have prompted an official warning.
The Government says entry requirements remain unchanged and must still be met.
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- Lottoland begins redundancy consultation
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- 1:23
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- 2 months ago
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- Lottoland employees in Gibraltar are facing uncertainty after the company has begun consulting staff on proposed redundancies.
GBC understands a significant number of Gibraltar-based roles, including senior positions, are at risk, although the company has not confirmed how many jobs could ultimately be affected.
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- Medicine importation issues now resolved, says Health Minister
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- 3:40
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- 2 months ago
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- Health Minister Gemma Arias Vasquez says the issues affecting medicines crossing the border have now been resolved.
She has told GBC a new customs code has been generated for medicines coming into Gibraltar which will prevent
She also confirmed that the consignment of chemotherapy medication for the GHA was cleared and arrived yesterday afternoon.
The Minister has reiterated that there are no concerns over current stock levels of medicine.
She spoke to Jonathan Sacramento who asked her what exactly the problem had been.
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- Border changes raise questions over bail enforcement
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- 1:30
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- 2 months ago
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- The Royal Gibraltar Police says anyone found to have crossed into Spain in breach of their bail conditions will be arrested, investigated and brought before the courts.
The RGP says it is common practice to place people wanted for serious offences, or subject to travel orders, on different types of watchlists.
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- GBC News 22/07/26
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- 22:40
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- GBC’s LIVE flagship news programme is on air weekdays at 8:30pm. Tune in for trusted reporting and the latest local news.
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- Sand, sea and SUP! Beach Wednesday visits Sandy Bay
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- 4:34
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- 2 months ago
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- Slightly tougher to access and with some concerns raised about antisocial behaviour, but widely regarded as having the cleanest sand in Gibraltar and as the home of stand-up paddle boarding.
Those were some of the key takeaways from this week's Beach Wednesday.
Gibraltar Today broadcast live from Sandy Bay this afternoon, where Kelly Anne Borge spoke to beachgoers making the most of a sunny day by the sea.
Chief Inspector Mark Schembri and Tuna Fishing Club President Sam Marrache were also among the guests as the programme continued its tour of Gibraltar's beaches.
Next week's Beach Wednesday will be live from Little Bay. If you'd like to share your views — good or bad — get in touch with Radio Gibraltar on 200 66200.
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- New Prime Minister backs Gibraltar treaty in first talks with Spanish Premier
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- 1:05
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- 2 months ago
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- The new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, has reaffirmed the UK’s Government's commitment to the UK-EU treaty on Gibraltar in his first conversation with the Spanish Premier Pedro Sánchez.
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- Govt says problems affecting importing of medicines expected to be resolved by Thursday
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- 1:17
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- 2 months ago
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- The Government says ongoing issues affecting the importing of medicines are expected to be resolved by Thursday.
On Wednesday afternoon, the Minister for Health told GBC that despite another day of delays at Spanish Customs, there are still good stocks at both the pharmacies and the hospital.
Gemma Arias Vasquez told GBC they had been working productively with Spanish Customs all day.
Earlier, the GSD's Shadow Health Minister, Joelle Ladislaus, had said while teething problems will always be a reality, the Government should have foreseen and pre-empted these issues.
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- Feetham: El Salvador Digital Assets agreement 'important milestone'
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- 5:16
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- 2 months ago
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- A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed between the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission and El Salvador's Digital Assets Commission.
The agreement formalises the relationship between the two regulators and strengthens cooperation as digital asset markets continue to grow.
Trade and Industry Minister Nigel Feetham described it as an 'important milestone'.
El Salvador was one of the first countries to introduce a clear regulatory framework for digital assets.
The President of the Digital Assets Commission, Juan Carlos Reyes, told Katy Docker that although Gibraltar and El Salvador differ in size and population, they share many of the same experiences.
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- Government thanks public servants for their work preparing Gibraltar for Treaty implementation
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- 1:23
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- 2 months ago
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- The Government has thanked public servants for their work preparing Gibraltar for the implementation of the UK-EU Treaty.
The Chief Minister praised civil servants and public sector workers for helping deliver new systems, infrastructure and procedures ahead of the Treaty coming into force.
He acknowledged there would be initial challenges but urged staff to remain focused and committed as the new arrangements bed in.
The Chief Minister said Gibraltar was coping but that you could not implement a 1,018 page International treaty without 'teething' problems, however well you prepare - whether you're the EU, the UK or Gibraltar.
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- Government works on resolving post-treaty problems with the exit from Morocco for green card holders
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- 4:10
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- 2 months ago
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- The Government is working on resolving problems with the exit from Morocco for green card holders.
The issue has arisen post-treaty implementation with word that all Gibraltar residents have access to Schengen not having filtered down to the Moroccan authorities yet.
This was announced by the Chief Minister at a ceremony at the City Hall.
The ceremony was for the Government to thank all those who, through the years, have made the ferry to Morocco possible.
The ferry will no longer operate post-treaty but all residents of Gibraltar, including green card holders, will be able to travel to and from Morocco via Spain.
The Chief Minister said this was not an end to Gibraltar's relationship with Morocco but merely a change.
The Government had subsidised the service to ensure it was always available and that it could continue to be affordable.
Generally on issues brought up by the Treaty, the Chief Min...
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- GBC News
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- 28:57
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- GBC’s LIVE flagship news programme is on air weekdays at 8:30pm. Tune in for trusted reporting and the latest local news.
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- Woman accused of fraud involving more than 10,000 euros due to stand trial next month
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- 0:50
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- 2 months ago
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- A woman accused of fraud involving a currency exchange transaction worth more than €10,000 is due to stand trial next month.
Paola Mason has pleaded not guilty, with the case set to be heard over two days at the Magistrates’ Court.
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- St Andrew’s Church restoration enters final phase ahead of potential Literary Festival debut
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- 3:21
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- 2 months ago
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- The former Church of Scotland at Governor’s Parade could become one of the venues for this year’s Literary Festival, as restoration work on the future Rock Sanctuary enters a crucial new phase.
The project’s founder says contractors have been given an October deadline, with work continuing to transform the historic building into a new cultural and community space.
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- Azopardi questions Concordat safeguards and defends absence from historic frontier moment
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- 7:27
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- 2 months ago
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- A week on from the signing of the Treaty, the focus is now moving from the historic lifting of frontier restrictions to the practical challenges of implementation.
The Leader of the Opposition says the Treaty represents progress, but he believes the Concordat designed to protect Gibraltar's interests still needs to be strengthened.
Our reporter Kevin Ruiz asked Keith Azopardi what changes he would like to see.
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- From Pain to Hope - raising awareness and offering support for people with CPRS
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- 7:27
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- 2 months ago
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- Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome is a condition that can cause severe, debilitating symptoms and has a huge impact on day to day life.
Locally, support group 'From Pain to Hope' has been established for anyone suffering from CRPS.
Alana Clarke's daughter was diagnosed last year, and Nadine Martinez lives with the condition. They were on Gibraltar Today.
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- Years later, Miscarriage Leave and Parental Leave reforms remain outstanding
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- 2:33
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- 2 months ago
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- Three years after Parliament unanimously backed a motion calling for paid miscarriage leave before 24 weeks’ pregnancy, there is still no legislation in place.
GBC has been seeking an update on its progress since November. No response has been received.
The Government has previously said the issue is being addressed as part of wider parental leave reforms, with plans for shared parental leave announced in 2019.
And, in his Budget address earlier this month, Christian Santos said the Government was moving forward with Jack’s Law, under which bereaved parents would be entitled to two weeks’ statutory leave following the death of a child.
The Government first announced the introduction of Jack’s Law in 2020. However, the Equality Minister later confirmed that the changes have been implemented to the Civil Service, rather than through legislation applying to the private sector.
Katy Docker reports.
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- What are your thoughts on parental leave?
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- 3:27
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- 2 months ago
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- At present, Gibraltar offers 14 weeks statutory maternity leave, but no statutory paternity leave. The law on this dates back to 1996.
Public sector fathers receive ten paid working days, while provision in the private sector depends on individual employers.
Plans to introduce shared parental leave were first announced in 2019, when Government said proposals were already at “an advanced stage”.
GBC's Andria Olivares was in town earlier today, asking people what they thought of Gibraltar's current provisions for maternity and paternity leave.
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- Local reactions to World Cup final mixed as Spain are two-time champions
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- 3:58
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- 2 months ago
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- Spain are world champions for the second time. Ferran Torres struck in the 106th minute of extra time to see off Argentina 1-0 at the MetLife Stadium, in a final that went down to the wire.
Local reactions have been mixed with plenty reluctant to cheer for Spain, but Argentina's cagey football made them a hard side to love too - Messi or no Messi.
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- New law passed in Parliament will apply to former teacher & convicted sex offender Clayton Busto
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- 1:32
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- 2 months ago
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- A new law introduced in Parliament last week will apply to former teacher and scout leader Clayton Busto.
Busto, who was found guilty of 16 charges of sexual offences against children, is expected to be sentenced next month.
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- Weekend sport round up focuses on rowing, horse riding & looks ahead to Commonwealth Games
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- 2:03
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- 2 months ago
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- Calpe rowing club return from the British club championships with a medal and the Commonwealth Games get underway this week; but first horse riding. Here's Jose Mari Ruiz.
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- New way to stay connected with trusted local news from GBC with WhatsApp Channel
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- 1:57
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- 2 months ago
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- There's a new way to stay connected with trusted local news from the GBC Newsroom.
Our official WhatsApp Channel brings you breaking news, community stories and important public information updates directly to your phone.
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- Andy Burnham vows to make politics work as he becomes the UK's new Prime Minister
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- 2:29
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- 2 months ago
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- Andy Burnham is the new UK Prime Minister.
In a speech outside Number Ten Downing Street, he said it was a moment for reflection and new resolution.
The challenge, he said, is to make politics work and to make it work better.
Andy Burnham spoke of de-centralising power out of Whitehall and creating a new national sense of duty.
He promised a 10 year plan for Britain and the biggest changes in the last 40 years.
The former Manchester Mayor took over the role of Labour Leader last week and now leads the party with the greatest support in Parliament.
Sir Keir Starmer formally resigned as Prime Minister after a meeting with the king at Buckingham Palace.
In a speech at 10 Downing Street, Sir Keir said he went "with good grace" and proud of everything his government had achieved.
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- Prime Minister Burnham can count on Gibraltar's support, says Chief Minister
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- 1:40
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- 2 months ago
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- The Chief Minister has written to Andy Burnham to congratulate him on his appointment as Prime Minister.
Fabian Picardo emphasised the strength of the relationship enjoyed between the Governments of Gibraltar and of the UK.
He reiterated the importance of this close working relationship as both parties work to ensure that the full potential of the UK-EU Treaty in respect of Gibraltar is realised.
The Chief Minister reminded the Prime Minister that he will always receive a warm welcome to Gibraltar and that he can count on the full support and friendship of the Government and people of the Rock throughout his term in Office.
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- Civil recovery order stays in place after UK Privy Council dismisses appeal
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- 2:55
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- 2 months ago
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- The UK Privy Council has dismissed an appeal by Clint Serra his mother Margot, sister Victoria, and wife Sharon Jones against a civil recovery order.
They had challenged findings by the Chief Justice, later upheld by the Gibraltar Court of Appeal, that the assets were linked to the proceeds of drug trafficking.
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- Local teenager shares her story of living with alopecia
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- 1:22
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- 2 months ago
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- Jayanne Hendrick was just eight years old when she started to notice bald patches on her head, but at 15 she was diagnosed with alopecia.
Hair loss can be a life-changing experience at any age, but particularly during the teenage years, when fitting in can feel so important.
Now, with the support of UK based charity Little Lady Locks, she's sharing her story to raise awareness and help other young people in her situation know they're not alone.
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- Disability Pride Month challenges negative attitudes and stigma
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- 2:30
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- 2 months ago
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- As part of Disability Pride Month, the Supported Needs and Disability Office is holding on-location clinics every Monday during July at the lobby of St Bernard's Hospital.
Disability Pride offers an opportunity for the community to challenge negative attitudes, while at the same time embracing disability identity in a positive way.
Disability advocate Benji Borastero told Kelly-Anne Borge about overcoming the stigma of being in a wheelchair.
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- Former GBC colleague & Government media director spoke to GBC ahead go treaty signing
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- 9:05
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- 2 months ago
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- Ahead of the treaty signing we spoke to a veteran of cross border journalism and a former GBC colleague.
Until recently he was the Governments media director.
Clive Golt spoke to Christine Vasquez
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- GBC News launches WhatsApp channel
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- 0:53
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- A new way to stay connected with trusted local news is now available from the GBC Newsroom.
Our official WhatsApp Channel brings you breaking news, community stories and important public information updates directly to your phone.
For more than sixty years, we've been keeping Gibraltar informed with accurate, trusted reporting.
Now, we're bringing that same commitment to one of the world's most popular messaging platforms, delivering news you can trust, wherever you are.
Simply scan the QR code on screen or visit gbc.gi/whatsapp to follow the channel.
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- GBC News 17/07/26
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- 25:43
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- 2 months ago
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- GBC’s LIVE flagship news programme is on air weekdays at 8:30pm. Tune in for trusted reporting and the latest local news.
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- Further EES machines to be set up at the airport, to mitigate post-treaty implementation issues
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- 2:53
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- 2 months ago
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- Measures to try and mitigate post-treaty implementation issues are being introduced.
Further EES machines are to be set up at the airport over the weekend.
This was revealed by the chief Minister on Viewpoint last night.
Fabian Picardo first explained measures at the frontier to avoid foreign taxis coming into Gibraltar.
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- Parliament approves tougher rules for Gibraltarian status
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- 1:15
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- 2 months ago
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- The Government says Gibraltar must act now to protect its identity and public services from growing population pressures.
Parliament has approved legislation making it harder to obtain Gibraltarian status, although the GSD abstained, saying it lacked enough information to support the changes.
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- New surveillance bill passed despite Opposition abstaining from the vote
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- 3:25
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- 2 months ago
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- The Government's new surveillance bill has been passed, despite the Opposition abstaining from the vote.
The Chief Minister says the legislation updates Gibraltar's laws to tackle modern crime, while the Opposition says the proposed safeguards don't go far enough.
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- Bill to introduce tougher release rules for sex offenders unanimously passed in Parliament
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- 2:40
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- 2 months ago
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- A Bill to introduce tougher release rules for sex offenders has unanimously been passed in Parliament.
The House went though a number of Bills, and voted on the Appropriation Bill, with the Opposition voting against the budget.
