Spanish Fishing Vessel Reported For Fishing In BGTW

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.

The SDGG and Gibraltar Cultural Services have announced the programme for this year’s National Day on Thursday 10th September. Celebrations will begin at 9:30am, with live music across Main Street before events continue at Casemates Square, John Mackintosh Square and Governor’s Parade.

HM Customs has arrested three local residents following an operation by its Flexible Anti Smuggling Team.

Fourteen young anglers aged 7 to 14 took part in the annual GFSA Junior Shore Fishing Competition at Peter Isola Promenade on Sunday.

A 42-year-old Spanish national appeared before the Magistrates’ Court on 10th August and was charged with one count of Burglary and one count of Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm, to which he pleaded Not Guilty.

The registration deadline for Careers Fair 2026 has been extended to Friday 11th September, with 32 organisations already signed up to take part. The fair will take place on Wednesday 18th November at the MUGA, Bayside Sports Complex.

The Most Reverend Alfred Xuereb will take part in the Gibunco Gibraltar Literary Festival from 9 to 15 November, where he will present his book My Days with Benedict XVI, sharing his experiences of working closely with Pope Benedict XVI and Pope Francis.

Traffic and parking restrictions will be in place around Queensway, Admiral Rooke Road and nearby areas from 21st to 29th August for this year’s Fair.

Gibraltar Cultural Services has announced the nominees for the 2026 Cultural Awards. Public voting will open in September, with the winners announced at the awards ceremony on 25th November.

Gibraltar will see a deep partial solar eclipse on Wednesday 12th August with around 93% of the Sun covered shortly before sunset. The Gibraltar Astronomical Society says the eclipse will begin at 19:44 and will reach its maximum at 20:39 and the Sun will set at around 21:15. Anyone viewing the eclipse should use certified solar eclipse glasses or an appropriate solar filter.

MSC Virtuosa visited Gibraltar on Tuesday 4th August for its inaugural call.

Gibraltar Botanical Gardens parkrun held its 25th event on Saturday.

Today, as part of YGTV’s commitment to boosting its cultural content, we start a new series. In the coming months, we’ll be contacting artists, poets, novelists, musicians, dancers and others to ask them for tips to help beginners appreciate and learn more about their art form.

The Gibraltarian actor Matthew Navas will host an “intimate, candid evening” during which he’ll reflect on his creative journey and drama career so far. The event promises to give people a taste of the ups and downs of studying abroad through the lens of musical theatre.

Retired Gibraltar Defence Police Inspector Xavi Buhagiar has been awarded the Overseas Territories Police Medal in recognition of his service and contribution to training and leadership within the force.

Angelo Cerisola, currently Director for Services, Safety and Standards at the Care Agency, has been appointed as the first CEO of Gibraltar’s new Disclosure and Barring Service.