The UK launched a cycle to work scheme in 1999, now the Sustainable Transport Action Group are assisting the Gibraltar Government in preparing Gibraltar’s very own cycle to work scheme.  In furtherance of that objective, they have produced a business focused survey which you can take HERE.

Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last few weeks, it’s been impossible to miss that today is THE Black Friday. But what happens next? As Black Friday winds down, you now have a golden opportunity to keep the momentum going in the run-up to Christmas (and I’m not just talking to online retailers).

The Gibraltar Government has amended the Nature Protection Act 1991, raising fees for access to the Upper Rock Nature Reserve. The changes, announced via Legal Notice No. 208 of 2024 in the Gibraltar Gazette, took effect on 15th November 2024. The move has sparked concerns among businesses in the tourism sector due to its immediate implementation and lack of consultation.

Thank you to everyone who attended yesterday’s Wellness Event at GFSB HQ! This event formed part of the GFSB’s Wellness Event Series, sponsored by the Infinity Group. From expert insights to personal journeys, speakers illuminated the urgency of addressing stigma, fostering healthier habits, and embracing small, consistent lifestyle changes to boost physical and mental wellbeing.

Thank you to everyone who attended yesterday’s packed-out Brexit Agreement Town Hall meeting. GFSB Chairperson Owen Smith welcomed everyone, kicked off the discussion, and emphasised that the meeting aimed not to provide concrete answers but to hold space for views and concerns on the current status of the Brexit agreement negotiations. Joining Owen at the front of the room were Louis Montegriffo (BMI Group), Lloyd DeVincenzi (Appleton Luff International Lawyers), Brian Reyes (Gibraltar Chronicle) and Jimmy Coelho (AbeGon), each of who brought their own experiences to the discussion.

The Government has proposed amendments to the Register of Property Occupation Act 2021, introducing new regulations for short-term rentals, such as those listed on Airbnb. The proposed bill follows the Chief Minister’s recent budget speech, aiming to ensure fair competition with hotels and uphold safety and quality standards for these properties.