At the GFSB, we believe membership should deliver real value. That means more than simply representing businesses around the table. It means creating opportunities to learn, connect and grow. Since September 2025, we've delivered 34 events attended by 1,329 members and guests, with the vast majority offered free of charge as part of GFSB membership. Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills, grow your network or stay ahead of the issues shaping Gibraltar's business landscape, our events are designed to make doing business that little bit easier.

Over the past few weeks, Gibraltar businesses have received a steady flow of Treaty-related information. This has included technical customs guidance, FAQs, Town Hall meetings, residency proposals and updates on customs procedures. Taken together, these have helped businesses build a clearer understanding of how the new arrangements will work, and that progress is widely recognised.  Whilst uncertainty and concerns remain the effort being made by political and civil Government is clear.  As implementation approaches, our attention is increasingly turning to another aspect of the transition: how businesses will manage the associated costs.

The Gibraltar Federation of Small Businesses (GFSB) notes the Government’s press release of 23rd March regarding the forthcoming transaction tax and the messaging surrounding its implementation.

Recently-announced plans to beautify Main Street, redevelop Casemates Square and upgrade Chatham Counterguard represent the most significant investment in Gibraltar’s commercial heart for years. We've been promised better lighting, landscaping, new street furniture and more consistent shopfronts. On the surface, these are physical improvements. In reality, they send a much bigger signal.

The Gibraltar Federation of Small Businesses (GFSB) has provided feedback on early ideas for regenerating three key economic areas: Casemates Square, Chatham Counterguard and Main Street. There is currently no fixed brief or defined scope, so this round of consultation is specifically intended to gather feedback that will help shape the project from the outset.

Members have brought to the GFSB Board’s attention that, as of 1 August 2025, the fees for listing hearings in the Supreme Court have risen very substantially. Under the previous regime, small claims were subject to a graduated scale, with listing fees ranging from £25 up to a maximum of £335.

A new transaction tax is set to begin at 15%, rising potentially to 17% over the course of three years. In addition, some businesses may also face tariffs on goods imported from third countries, which could include goods arriving from the UK but manufactured outside of the UK or EU.

The GFSB has reacted to yesterday's headline-making power cut that affected members across all sectors. Speaking to The Gibraltar Chronicle, Owen Smith, Chairman of the Gibraltar Federation of Small Businesses, said that power cuts have “a huge impact” on businesses, particularly small ones where not everyone can afford a generator.