Contractor Damages Cable Causing Power Outage

The Government says enforcement against foreign-registered taxis operating illegally in Gibraltar has led to a significant drop in reported incidents. Ten fixed penalty notices have been issued so far, with Uber also no longer allowing trips to end in Gibraltar.

The GSD has criticised the Government’s plans for 2300 affordable homes at the Westside reclamation. The party says previous housing projects have faced delays and is questioning the timeline for the new development.

The Government says a contractor damaged a high-voltage cable in the Bayside area this morning, affecting Devil’s Tower Road, Laguna Estate and surrounding areas. Power was fully restored by 10:08am. The Government says the contractor may face a financial penalty of up to £100,000.

The 2026 National Day celebrations will officially begin on Friday 21st August with the opening of the Gibraltar Fair. The Moorish Castle will also be lit up in red and white from Friday until 11th September.

Main Street and Irish Place will have live entertainment on National Day, Thursday 10 September. Performances will take place from 9:30am to 11:45am at several locations around town, including Cathedral Square, the Piazza, Engineer’s Lane and Irish Place.

The Government says the Westside reclamation will deliver around 2,300 affordable homes exclusively for Gibraltarians.

Kusuma Trust Gibraltar has launched its 2026 ‘Excellence Prize’.

The 24-Hour Swimathon returns to Gibraltar on 26 August, raising funds for SSAFA Gibraltar.

The Gibraltar Fair will officially open at the Ex Rooke Site on Friday 21 August at 7pm. Rides will be priced at £3, with games, food stalls, local charities and free entertainment at the Family Pavilion throughout the week.

Second Lieutenant Ollie Kennedy has officially commissioned into the Royal Gibraltar Regiment following the Sovereign’s Parade at Sandhurst on 7th August. He will now complete further training in Brecon before taking command of a platoon later this year.

The Government is asking the public to share their views on Gibraltar’s natural environment as part of the new National Nature Restoration Plan. The online consultation is open until 5pm on Monday 31st August.

William Saunders of Deloitte Gibraltar has won the 2026 GATA Gibraltar Tax Essay Prize, with Katherine Azra Happold taking the Under-25 Prize.

The GHA has congratulated Rose Suissa on her retirement after 53 years of service.

Gibraltar’s A Level and Level 3 students received their results yesterday, with an overall 92% pass rate across Bayside, Westside and Gibraltar College.

The Gibraltar Tourist Board, on behalf of the Ministry of Tourism, has announced that Gibraltar has been shortlisted for Destination of the Year at the 2026 Seatrade Cruise Awards.

Francis dedicated many years of his life to public service, serving as Chief Environmental Health Officer and making a lasting contribution to Gibraltar through his work within the Environmental Agency.

Customers who purchased their Gibraltar Lottery tickets from Maxstead Holdings Ltd, 85 Irish Town, had plenty to celebrate following Draw No. 16 of 2026, held on 11th August 2026. In a notable result, the tickets for all three of the draw's top prizes were purchased from Maxstead, making the Irish Town retailer the point of sale for this draw's biggest winners.

The Government has published new guidance on the use of adult cautions for specified offences.

Public Health Gibraltar and the GHA are offering a MenB vaccination programme for 18 - 24 year old students travelling abroad for university or further study. Dedicated clinics will take place at the Primary Care Centre on Wednesday 19th and Friday 21st August, from 8:30am to 4:30pm.

The Government says a Spanish fishing vessel has been reported after it was spotted fishing without a permit in BGTW off Europa Point on Wednesday.