The GSD has today welcomed the UK Government’s announcement to scrap the, tougher EBC exam system that was set to replace the current GCSE system in 2015. Instead, the government plans to keep the current system, but place more emphasis on the exams by removing some of the coursework.
Following the recent announcement made by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Gibraltar, regarding Stuart Cerisola receiving a charitable donation for £1,000 for a new wheelchair, the group has noted that they have received a reimbursement of the funds.
Stuart explained that although he appreciated the gesture he would rather that the funds went to cystic fibrosis research being carried out. He added that the GHA will supply him with a wheelchair.
Gaming Minister, Gilbert Licudi attended the ICE Totally Gaming exhibition in London earlier this week. Based at the ExCel Centre, the forum is the largest and most comprehensive of its kind, in the world.
Commenting on his visit, Minister Licudi noted that the competitive nature of the gaming industry requires constant innovation by operators. He added that with Gibraltar hosting the most important online gaming companies in the world, it is crucial that we keep abreast of new developments in the industry.
As from 18 February 2013, the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Department will be upgrading the existing oral motorcycle and car theoretical tests to a computerised touch screen test. In future, the test will be taken in a specially-equipped room at the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Department offices at Eastern Beach Road.
The test will be a multiple quiz comprised of 50 questions. The pass mark will be set at 40, out of a possible 50 questions. This initiative is in line with HM Government of Gibraltar’s manifesto commitment on e-Government.
