The Government says it notes, “with disappointment”, the European Parliament’s objection, today, to the entry into force of the European Commission’s decision to remove certain jurisdictions, including Gibraltar, from the EU’s list of ‘high-risk’ third-countries with strategic deficiencies as regards anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (“AML/CFT”).
The GSD Opposition says it has “noted the flurry” of draft legislation that has been issued by the Government over the last few weeks. However, the party notes that a proposal to amend the Public Finance (Borrowing Powers) Act 2008 was gazetted on 24 December and “has not as yet been given any prominence.”
Andrew Clifton is the General Manager and Chief Executive of SIGTTO (The Society of International Gas Tanker & Terminal Operators Ltd), and has over 30 years' experience in the liquefied gas shipping industry. Andrew is passionate about the industry and he tells us more about his role and the invaluable experiences gained over his extensive career.
Gibraltar braved the wind and the rain yesterday to enjoy a feast of colour and music. The Cavalcade saw eight highly original floats, cartoon characters, beauty queens and the Three Kings make their way up Main Street.
The prospect of the UK leaving the EU and its potential negative effects on Gibraltar were briefly discussed yesterday during a session of the House of Commons.