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Surprise winner of Gibraltar Chess Masters reveals the secret to £30,000 win

David Paravayan took down some of the best in the world at the Caleta Hotel to reach the play-off final where he beat Hao Wang to collect a cool £30,000.

Ministers SHOCKED at state of Gibraltar homes as they get guided tour by activist

Action for Housing recently took government ministers on a tour of shame so they could see the torrid conditions of mainly pre-war flats in the old town.

Money laundering suspect arrested in Gibraltar during cross-frontier police operation

A local man has been arrested on money laundering charges related to drug smuggling by the Royal Gibraltar Police with the help of the Guardia Civil.

Gibraltar pro life supporters hold rally on Rock ahead of abortion referendum

THE Gibraltar Pro Life Movement has held a rally on the Rock ahead of the abortion referendum in March.  The anti-abortion activists gathered for the...

EXCLUSIVE: Gibraltar business chief optimistic despite Brexit

Brexit has already had a negative impact on Gibraltar and it could get worse if a satisfactory deal is not made with the EU, a business leader has warned.

Police cage three after high speed chase in Gibraltar waters last night

MARINE police have caught up with three suspected drug smugglers off Europa Point after a dramatic cat and mouse sea pursuit in another combined operation.

UK meetings set out the stall for Gibraltar to bring in more business

Gibraltar is pushing to take over more financial services and economic development during meetings held this week in London.

Grieving parents given two weeks paid leave from work in Gibraltar

All public sector workers whose children pass away will get two weeks off work to overcome the tragedy in a new Gibraltar government initiative.

Tree planted to recall 50 years since original Gibraltar parliament began

A tree was planted in the Governor's residence to celebrate 50 years since the first meeting of Gibraltar's former House of Assembly.

Governor Ed Davis will be ‘sorely missed’ as he leaves Gibraltar

THE departing governor was praised for being 'an important part of Team Gibraltar' by Chief Minister Fabian Picardo. A who's who of Gibraltar said goodbye...

Gibraltar steps up travel rules for ‘grave threat’ posed by newly named Coronavirus

Stricter measures are being put in place to fight Coronavirus after it emerged ten people recently arrived from Asia are in 'self-isolation' on the Rock.

Gibraltar admits it needs to do more to fight dirty money after EU report

Gibraltar needs to improve money laundering and terrorist funding measures according to a European Council report published its findings this week.

Departing governor thanks Gibraltar people for their ‘treasured friendship’

THE departing governor has grown to ‘admire, respect and enjoy’ the people of Gibraltar. Lt Gen Ed Davis expressed his ‘love’ for Gibraltar after four...

Gibraltar signs information sharing deal to fight tobacco smuggling

SMUGGLERS will find it harder than ever to bring tobacco into Spain after the authorities teamed up with wholesalers.  The Government of Gibraltar and HM’s...

Fishing spots in Spain and Gibraltar included in Top 10 in Europe

FISHING spots in Gibraltar and Spain have been named among the best in Europe.

Dramatic sea chase leads to arrests in Gibraltar waters

FOUR Spanish nationals have been arrested after a high speed chase off Sandy Bay along with a boat believed to be used for drug smuggling.

The EU ‘bullying’ of Gibraltar must stop, says deputy leader

A top European thinktank was told Gibraltar feels ‘hard done’ by EU ‘bullying’ of the territory during a recent visit to Brussels.

Gibraltar calls for ‘common travel area’ for ‘greater prosperity’

A 'common travel area' would benefit Gibraltar and the surrounding area, said the Deputy Chief Minister in a recent visit to the EU political capital.

Gibraltar Chief Minister SLAMS anti-abortion group ahead of referendum

Fabian Picardo spoke up after members of the GPLM said it was ‘inappropriate’ of him to ask people to vote to legalise abortion.

IN PICTURES: Tears flow as Governor leaves Gibraltar

It has been a jam-packed day of emotions as Gibraltar’s Main Street said its farewell to the governor of the last four years.

Old public areas get new lease of life in Gibraltar town centre

The John Mackintosh Hall is now more sustainably equipped with Governor’s Parade next to get a major facelift after a long time in the shadows.

Are books losing out to video games and films in Gibraltar?

WITH children playing more video games and watching films than ever, World Book Day will try to put reading back on the map with activities for kids.

Gibraltar police act fast to arrest fine-payers on drug money suspicion

Six Spanish national were accused of paying the £10,000 fine with black money as it was all handed over in cash at Windmill Hill Prison.

Electric cars at an ‘early stage’ as minister reveals 98% use of fossil fuels

One percent of all vehicles are powered to some extent by electricity, in figures released in Parliament recently,

Gibraltar’s Prior Park School goes from strength to strength with its exam results, continuing its 100% pass rate

The school has also driven inter-schools sports competitions among schools in Gibraltar and in Spain

Campo mayors ask Madrid for ‘fluid frontier’ with Gibraltar

Ftontier fluidity with Gibraltar has been the main demand from the neighouring towns when they met with the Spanish Foreign Affairs minister in Madrid.

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