GFSB Board Member Carmel Khalilian was in Madrid yesterday to represent GFSB members during a Cross Frontier Group meeting with Spain’s Foreign Minister.  Following the meeting, the Cross Frontier Group has issued a statement emphasising the urgent need for a treaty to promote economic development and cooperation between Gibraltar and the Campo de Gibraltar.

The Gibraltar Regulators Forum has released findings from its June 2024 ransomware survey, highlighting the significant risks faced by local businesses. The survey uncovered widespread concerns from local businesses about ransomware, with 79% of organisations perceiving it as a major threat. The survey also revealed that most attacks originate through email phishing and unpatched software vulnerabilities.

Chief Minister Fabian Picardo emphasises patience in what he calls Gibraltar's 'most intricate treaty negotiations' with the UK and EU. In a meeting with the Cross Frontier Group, representing unions and businesses from both sides of the border—like the GFSB, Unite, and the Campo de Gibraltar Chamber—the focus was on border fluidity and a perceived lack of progress.

Public Health and the OFT are actively addressing safety concerns in the medical cosmetic industry. Unregulated procedures and counterfeit products, including drugs like semaglutide, have raised alarms following hospitalisations. This is crucial for businesses offering invasive treatments.

Last Thursday, Gibfibre held a networking event to launch its new Data Centre. The event featured presentations on the benefits and practical applications of data centres for businesses in Gibraltar.

There has been no deal yet despite yesterday’s high-level round of EU/UK negotiations in Brussels. Whilst some Spanish media reports had suggested a deal was unlikely to be reached at the meeting, this does leave us wondering, what now?

The Gibraltar Federation of Small Businesses (GFSB) is excited to announce the launch of a brand-new wellness events series, sponsored by Infinity Group. The initiative aims to support the health and wellbeing of small business employees and employers in Gibraltar, equipping them with the knowledge and resources to foster healthier workplaces.

The Gibraltar Federation of Small Businesses (GFSB) welcomes the Office of Fair Trading’s (OFT) recent decision to waive business licence fees for young entrepreneurs aged 21 and under.  Under the new regulations, which came into effect on the 5th September, the OFT has the discretion to waive business licence fees for businesses where the controlling […]

Following a spate of attacks on Gib-based businesses earlier this year, it looks like fraudsters are back. In an SMS sent to NatWest International customers this week, it warns of fraudsters trying to access accounts remotely and reminds clients to never transfer funds or make payments at the request of an unexpected caller and never give anyone remote access to your device.

To quote GBC’s Brexit coverage, "We’ve heard it all before," but recent developments suggest renewed agreement-related activity. The Chief Minister met with David Lammy, with further UK-Spain ministerial talks expected. The FCDO held an ESS/ETIAS briefing in Gibraltar, and the UK’s Ambassador to Spain also paid us a visit this week.