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The GFSB held its AGM this week at 122 Irish Town – an evening that reflected on a year of growth and laid the groundwork for the next chapter.

The GFSB is expanding its offering with a new training and education programme – and we’re reaching out to members who deliver workshops, courses or CPD-style sessions to get involved.

The Government's latest Index Retail numbers make for interesting reading. They show the cost of living continued its upward trend, with the Retail Price Index (RPI) rising to 193.01 on 1 January 2025, up from 192.06 just three months earlier. This represents an increase of 0.5% over the quarter and an increase of 2.4% over the year.

The Gibraltar Federation of Small Businesses (GFSB) is proud to announce three key strategic partnerships with Gibtelecom, justbank, and TTMS. These collaborations mark a significant step forward in the GFSB’s mission to enhance support for Gibraltar’s business community.

The GFSB officially launched its refurbished premises last night, unveiling a refreshed space designed to better serve Gibraltar’s business community. Held at our 122 Irish Town HQ, the event brought together members, GFSB Board Members and government officials to celebrate the upgrades and new strategic partnerships that helped make them possible.

The Government of Gibraltar’s Procurement Office has launched a revamped website designed to streamline public procurement processes and improve accessibility for businesses bidding for government contracts.

The Gibraltar Federation of Small Businesses is inviting members to step forward and join its Board of Directors. This is a chance to shape policies, advocate for local businesses, and help drive Gibraltar’s small business community forward.

British Airways Holidays has named Gibraltar one of its eight ‘rising star’ destinations for 2025. The designation is based on a notable increase in holiday package searches on ba.com during January. The annual Travel Trends Report tracks search data to predict popular destinations for the year ahead.

The Office of Fair Trading (OFT) has been seen carrying out checks at the border to ensure Spanish businesses entering Gibraltar have the correct licences and registrations. As reported by GBC, this marks a visible step towards enforcement following ongoing concerns from local businesses about unregulated competition.

Young Enterprise Gibraltar kicked off its 2025 Company Programme, where students launch and run real businesses. GFSB Board members attended the event, meeting young entrepreneurs who will develop products and services over the coming months in the hopes of winning the final on 21st May.