Following the recent typhoon in the Philippines, the Rotary Club of Gibraltar has this week made a £2,000 donation to 'ShelterBox'. This is an international disaster relief charity specialising in emergency shelter provision for people in times of crisis.
‘As the George Cross for Gibraltar Campaign gathers increasing momentum in Britain, Peter Robinson, First Minister of Northern Ireland, has given his full support to the Campaign and has expressed warm wishes for its success,’ Equality Rights Group Chairman Felix Alvarez stated in a press release today.
In his letter to the ERG Chairman and UK supporter Kevin Kelway, the Northern Ireland First Minister says that ‘As one who fought long and hard for special recognition of the heroism and fortitude shown by the Royal Ulster Constabulary GC I am pleased to support the campaign to award the George Cross to the territory and the people of Gibraltar. I am happy to associate myself with this campaign.’
Yesterday evening, His Worship the Mayor Anthony Lima held a Reception in honour of the Moroccan Community in Gibraltar.
In addition to recognising the important contribution made to Gibraltar by the local Moroccan Community over many years, His Worship took the opportunity to join the Moroccan Community in celebrating the Feast of Achour, for the Muslim New Year.
Exercise Rocky Pigeon 13 will take place today. This test of the Nuclear Emergency Response Plan in Gibraltar will be carried out jointly by the Government and British Forces Gibraltar and will take place within the Naval Base and inside No 6 Convent Place.
