Celebrating Gibraltar’s Micro Enterprise Excellence.  In a community as dynamic and connected as Gibraltar, some of the most powerful stories of entrepreneurship, resilience and service begin with just one person.

On March 26th, the GFSB held its Annual General Meeting, where several changes to the Board were announced. The AGM showcased the dedication of current members and welcomed new individuals prepared to lead the organisation into its next chapter.

We explained prediction markets earlier this year when Gibraltar first moved into the sector. Now the idea has a local address. WagerWire has opened its global headquarters at the World Trade Centre, initially employing four people and expecting to grow. The launch provides a concrete example of Gibraltar’s regulatory and international outreach translating into new business activity on the Rock

From Brexit pressure to practical support, GFSB Chair Owen Smith’s AGM address reflects a year of delivery, challenge and sharp advocacy. With treaty implementation looming, he sets out where the GFSB is stepping in, where gaps remain, and what comes next. It’s a clear message: the work continues, and member voices are more important than ever.

HM Government of Gibraltar has launched the Gibraltar Start-Up Hub initiative, aimed at supporting early-stage businesses with affordable workspace and access to guidance and mentoring. The initiative was announced by the Minister for Health, Care and Business, the Hon. Gemma Arias-Vasquez MP, during her keynote address at the 2025 GFSB Annual Dinner.

If you’re reading this, chances are you may already benefit from being part of the GFSB's community. If not, membership offers access to practical support, trusted advocacy (especially important in these uncertain times), exclusive events, business insights and a strong collective voice for businesses like yours. With annual rates starting from as little as £75, what are you waiting for - join today.

The Government has issued a formal corrigendum to the Litter Control (Amendment) Act 2024, clarifying who is liable for littering offences involving vehicles and strengthening enforcement against companies and their officers. The correction tightens accountability while removing unintended liability for certain vehicle owners. For businesses, especially those operating fleets, public service vehicles or company cars, the changes clarify exposure and raise the stakes for corporate responsibility.

Tourism policy is entering a decisive phase, with big ambitions set against some unresolved practical questions. In an interview with the Gibraltar Chronicle, Tourism Minister the Hon. Christian Santos outlined plans centred on access, infrastructure and events. For businesses, the key issue is not intent, but whether these plans will translate into sustained demand on the ground.

Main Street traders have reported a broadly positive festive trading period, with strong local support, resilient spending patterns and a vibrant town centre atmosphere despite challenging weather conditions and wider economic uncertainty. Several retailers noted that Christmas shopping began earlier than usual, with steady demand from local customers from late November.

Our Thrive EDIT newsletter is reaching a growing community of subscribers and this year alone we've shared 50 editions and hundreds of news updates that matter to GFSB members. From a transformed HQ to big policy updates, new partnerships and long-awaited Treaty-related announcements, here are some of the our GFSB and Thrive EDIT highlights from the last 12 months.