Aug 06 - Damage To Local Reefs - Concerns About Gibraltar’s Major Diving Spots
This picture, sent to us by Richard Wait, shows an old fishing net caught on one of Gibraltar’s underwater wrecks.
Aug 06 - US Coast Guard Recognises “Excellence” Of The Gibraltar Maritime Administration
The Gibraltar Maritime Administration (GMA) has been admitted onto the prestigious United States Coast Guard’s ‘Quality Shipping in the 21st Century Programme’ (QUALSHIP 21) – a reflection of the standards of excellence it has achieved. Gibraltar was invited to apply as a result of the Port State Control records of locally- registered vessels in US ports.
Aug 06 - Defenders Urge Gibraltar to Fly Their Flags
The Defenders of Gibraltar fully support the recent initiative expressed by a number of members of the general public during discussions regarding sending a 'powerful, peaceful and unequivocal message' highlighting the strength of Gibraltarian unity.
A statement released by the pressure group notes, ‘the initiative itself is for people in Gibraltar to fly the Gibraltar flag, Union Jack flag or Union Jack defaced with castle and key flag from their houses, windows, balconies and even shop windows. Indeed anywhere where a flag can be hung, flown or displayed, we urge people to do exactly that.
Aug 06 - Minor Operations List “Cleared By GHA Surgical Team”
The GHA has completed its minor operations initiative and has cleared the Minor Operations Waiting List.
