Gibraltar Today

We're going to look ahead to  Viewpoint, which features a powerful and deeply personal two-part special, as two survivors of child abuse waive their right to anonymity to share their experiences. Gibraltar’s walking football team has returned from Rome as champions, after an impressive run in the over 60s category against strong international opposition. With the drama festival on next week,...

Following the outbreak of meningitis linked to the University of Kent and Canterbury, Gibraltar health officials are urging students to check their vaccination status. Dr Helen Carter, Director of Public Health will be here to explain the latest advice for Gibraltar students and their families. And, March marks Social Work Month, with World Social Work Day celebrated this week, shining a...

On today's show with Kelly-Anne Borge: With plans for a new Sports Strategy in the pipeline, there’s a renewed focus on the future of sport on the Rock. Minister Leslie Bruzon and GSLA CEO Reagan Lima tell us more. . A new television series exploring the stories behind Gibraltar’s streets is set to return to GBC.  Series two of The Secret History of Our Streets is currently in the works - Aut...

On Gibraltar Today with Claire Hernandez: GBC reporter Katy Docker updates the latest on the Ministry of Defense's drone security. This weekend saw Lincoln Red Imps add another trophy to their cabinet...the weekend sport is with Jose Mari Ruiz The Drama Festival is coming up next week, we'll be looking ahead to some of the entries during this week's programmes... today Julian Felice tells us about...

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time to highlight the impact of neurological injuries and the resilience of those living with them. Stroke survivor John Shephard was in the studio. A new young adult supernatural mystery set in Gibraltar is bringing local folklore and ghostly legends to life for readers. Author Karim Vatvani is going to tell us all about his latest book.&nbs...

Firefighters gathered outside No.6 Convent Place today as part of an ongoing pay dispute. Unite says the Government has made “misleading public statements” about firefighter salaries and is calling for talks to resolve the issue. RGP data shows the majority of domestic abuse victims are female; we'll hear from Detective Constable Kianna Hermida, Detective Sergeant Danny Howard and Detect...

On the show today with Claire Hernandez: Learning more about a brand new initiative... the GibYellow awards. Troy Charvetto from GibYellow and Kim Chang from the GFSB explain more Talking women's health with Dr Olivia Gonzalez - delving into the inequalities in healthcare, and why we need to keep talking about these issues  Boxer Tyrone Buttigieg took the top prize in...

On the show with Claire Hernandez today: Asking our community: which women inspire you? We're looking at dementia care, prevention and research, with a recent conference taking place locally. The GHA’s Dementia Coordinator Karen Truman joins us in the studio to share what emerged from the conference. Women's Rugby 7s is taking off locally... Coach Tom Tunbridge and players Ashley Gonzalez and Sara...

We have an International Women's Day theme for today's episode. Our news editor Christine Vasquez came in to discuss the importance of International Women's Day We spoke to team captain of Gibraltar's women's football Shania Robba and women's football development officer Arianne Risso: the women's team have recently played their first two World Cup qualifying matches over the l...

We look ahead to the women's home game against Bulgaria with sports reporter Robin Sheppard-Capurro. The new Director General of the GHA, Dr Paul Bosio has just finished his first week in his new role. We'll be asking him about the position he's taken up this week, and find out what his aims are for his time in the role. And Aaron Monteverde's new song 'Don't be Sad' is out now, and we have Aaron...

As our coverage of the treaty continues, and after the unanimous vote in Parliament, we were joined by the Deputy Chief Minister Dr Joseph Garcia.   World Hearing Day was marked on Tuesday, it's part of Hearing Loss Awareness Week. Edgar Triay from GHITA will talk to us about the importance of this year's theme, looking at detecting early hearing loss in children.   We're also looki...

As the Parliamentary debate on the Treaty text continues, today's programme continues the conversation. The Leader of the Opposition, Keith Azopardi is in the studio; he addressed parliament yesterday. And News Editor Christine Vasquez and Senior Broadcast Journalist Ros Astengo will come together for the latest reactions and analysis of the treaty and the parliamentary debate. Hosted on...

The first remote robotic surgery has successfully been carried out in Gibraltar. We speak to Minister for Health & Care Gemma Arias Vasquez, and Dr Andrew Gordon about the historic first, and what it could mean for the future of the GHA. In this morning's session of Parliament the Chief Minister said an agreement between Gibraltar and the UK must include safeguards giving the Rock a...

Sir Peter Caruana says ratification of the Treaty should not be triggered by Gibraltar Parliament, until the UK provides the Rock with assurances. Sir Peter was in the studio, interviewed by Senior Broadcast Journalist Ros Astengo  Helping young people learn about how money works, First Coins, Foundations of Wealth by James Brenig is a money guide that aims to help understanding the prin...

Gibraltar’s elected representatives could debate the text of the Treaty for Gibraltar’s future relationship with the EU as early as Tuesday. The Chief Minister says he envisions a vibrant, positive and growing Gibraltar after the Treaty. Ros Astengo brings us the latest from Viewpoint.  Aniridia advocate Eloise Durante joins us to share her journey living with the rare genetic eye condition,...

The long-awaited Treaty text has been published. The agreement between the United Kingdom and the European Union in relation to Gibraltar is divided into seven main Parts and 41 Annexes with many of its contents now to be enshrined in Gibraltar Law. Three stages remain – its signature, ratification and implementation. It will now be taken to the Gibraltar Parliament on an amendable motion for deba...

Fabian Picardo gave before the UK Parliament Select Committee this morning. The hearing is part of the review of the UK - Overseas Territories Joint Declaration which seeks to re-affirm the deep links and partnerships. And, in anticipation of the treaty text publication - today we're going to discuss the future of business on the Rock. Joining us in the studio fi...

We'll be looking ahead to Sir Mo Farah's visit to Gibraltar in April, which was announced this morning.  Caitlin Lavagna has a new track! It's a collaboration called Endless Goodbye, we'll hear more about the track and about what Caitlin's up to. Infant feeding coach Karen Kelly is also in the studio. With a new breastfeeding support group starting up next month, we ask Karen about...

Large parts of Gibraltar were left without electricity in the early hours of this morning, as GibElec carried out commissioning tests on the new Battery Energy Storage System. Reporter Katy Docker has more.  The Youth Service has launched a social media campaign tackling addiction and substance misuse among young people, in collaboration with the Care Agency and GAMPA.  We're a...

We're getting to know the Gibraltar Methodist Church's new Superintendent Minister, Reverend David Barrett. A story that's sparked a lot of conversation this week: Government aims to end summer hours in schools; a move which would see term times shortened.  Our reporter Katy Docker has been in town to see what you make of the move. What's happening in the world of sports? We'll have...

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, following allegations linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The EU’s new Entry/Exit System comes into force on April 10th — but will it mean delays at the border? Newsroom journalist Ros Astengo joins us. Gibraltarian Roslynn Beighton reflects on working on the frontlines of human rights protection around the world. Fri...

With recent storms devastating homes across Spain, Morocco and Portugal, humanitarian workers in Gibraltar have been rallying to support those affected. Jojo France is focusing on efforts across the border in particular. Today is Ash Wednesday, marking the beginning of Lent, with churches around Gibraltar offering the distribution of ashes to full congregations. We'll hear from Roman Catholic...

We're finding out about an Age Symposium happening tomorrow launched by the Ministry of Equality. It's aimed at ensuring older people are active partners in decision-making. The Ministry's Marlene Dalli tells us more.  It’s Pancake Day - Shrove Tuesday - and it's one of the Cancer Relief Centre's biggest fundraisers of the year. GBC's Iain Triay Clarence reports from...

On the show today with Kelly-Anne Borge: Storm Oriana is wreaking havoc with gale force winds leading to a temporary road closure in the area of Kingsway Roundabout to Sir Herbert Miles Road. GBC Newsroom reporter Kev Ruiz has the latest A full sports round-up and lookahead with Jose Mari Ruiz Tomorrow, love is on the air - GBC prepares for a special live Valentine’s Day roadshow in aid of th...

The Gibraltar Health Authority has announced what it calls a transformative improvement in ENT and Audiology services. Tinnitus Week is shining a spotlight on a condition that affects both adults and children. We were joined by Edgar Triay from GHITA, and Michelle Quinn, Audiologist at the GHA. After nearly two decades at the helm of one of Gibraltar’s leading health charities, Mercy Pos...