May 09 PDP - New Queens National Theatre

Written on 09 May 2013.

The PDP welcomes the announcement of the purchase of the old Queens Cinema by the Government to convert this into a much needed theatre for Gibraltar. The provision of this was a PDP manifesto commitment and that it is now going to become a reality can only be a positive move for drama, culture, entertainment and the promotion of these in our people and our schools. The location of the new theatre at the old cinema site is far more functional than the old Theatre Royal site well apart from the financial fiasco that particular GSD project turned into.

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May 09 - Her Majesty's Government of Gibraltar Warmly Welcomes Queen's Speech Reference to Gibraltarian's Right to Self Determination

Written on 09 May 2013.

Her Majesty's Government of Gibraltar has very warmly welcomed the statement in Her Majesty's speech to Parliament this morning.

The Queen said:

"My government will ensure the security, good governance and development of the overseas territories, including by protecting the Falkland Islanders' and Gibraltarians' right to determine their political futures."

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Gibraltar Crime Report for 8th May

Written on 09 May 2013.

Media – Police Reports

From 0700hrs 8^th April 2013 to 0700hrs 9^th April 2013.

CRIME REPORTS

2 Reports of Theft

1 Report of Intentional, harassment & distress

1 Report of Assault

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May 09 - C17s in Gibraltar for routine operations

Written on 09 May 2013.

A picture sent through by the MOD of two RAF C17s currently in Gibraltar on Routine Operations. 

C17s have been in production since 1991 and are currently used by the RAF, the United States Air Force as well as the Royal Australian and Canadian Air Force.

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