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Gibraltar Today presented by Jonathan Scott brings you closer to the stories that matter to you.
Covering news, sport, lifestyle, host debates and interviews with the people making the headlines. If it’s being talked about in Gibraltar, we'll talk about it on GIBRALTAR TODAY.
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The Government has donated the first ‘G-Less’ Personalised Registration Number Plate to the GBC Open Day. A spokesman says the Government wants GBC to be the first beneficiary of the new scheme to help raise as much money as possible for local charities.Childline is highlighting its groundbreaking Domestic Abuse Recovery Together programme - the only one of its kind not just in Gibraltar, but across the UK. We heard from Childline CEO Caroline Carter Olivero, Community and Family Support Coordinator Charlotte Petersen, and Community Facilitato, Ines Verissimo. We’ll hear a personal story from Jamie Zammit, who has recorded a piano piece in memory of his baby brother. He’s raising funds for Make-A-Wish to support children with critical illnesses.Robin Sheppard-Capurro brought us the latest sports news.And this Sunday young footballers will take part in a Next Gen Football Fun Day in aid of the GBC Open Day. Organiser Stefan Moreno and coach Simon Aoudou were in the studio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Chief Minister is undergoing emergency eye surgery for a retinal detachment, delaying the publication of the McGrail Inquiry report. More on that with news editor Christine Vasquez. Shadow Health Minister Joelle Ladislaus joined us to talk about her own ADHD journey.UK Hyrox Champions Rich and Janis Mahoney, now based in Gibraltar, joined us after taking the international fitness race scene by storm.We looed ahead to Disney-themed football event with the GFA's Tiago Lino da Costa and Arianne Risso.And local artist Giles Ramirez is out with a new single, Give It Up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Today’s episode of Gibraltar Today was recorded live the Sunborn Ballroom, where the Supported Needs and Disability Office has hosted its annual conference, marking the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. We’ll be hearing from:- Jenny Victory, Manager of the Supported Needs and Disability Office- Earon Balloqui, key worker at the Supported Needs and Disability Office- Eric Rowbottom from the Special Needs Action Group- Alice Macleod, attachment and trauma specialist from Tribe Associates UK; and- Nicole Buckley from PossAbilities Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We're talking tax, and the local reactions after the UK Government effectively doubled gaming tax last week, Minister for Trade and Industry Nigel Feetham made a statement in Parliament yesterday. Christina Cortes has been following the story.As part of the tax discussion, Chair of the Association of Tax Advisers, Grahame Jackson, was in the studio bringing some insight into the recent changes and how it will affect us locally. And Jessica Leaper from Whole Wild World came in for a chat about turning urban areas into wild spaces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Golden Week has kicked off this morning, offering support and conversation to the over 65s. We'll find out more about the launch, and get some details of the events taking place this week.Jose Mari Ruiz brought us the latest in sports including an upcoming basketball event and the results of the weekend’s football fixtures.The Affordable Art Show is currently on at the Fine Arts Gallery. Stephen Hermida from the Fine Arts Association was in the studio, whetting the appetite for the exhibition that's come just in time for Christmas presents!And we heard more about a breakfast event happening tomorrow organised by Women in Enterprise. It's all about time and energy management. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We'll be talking about Black Friday. A day to grab a bargain or two in town, but also a good time to be on the lookout for scams and fraud. Our reporter Katy Docker has been in town speaking to shoppers, and to the RGP about potential scams.The Winner of the Senior Award at this year's Cultural Awards, artist Karl Ullger, was with us in the studio.Robin Sheppard-Capurro brought us the latest sports news.And Christmas Jumper Day is around the corner, raising funds for Save the Children. Paul Lyon brought us details of what's happening this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We went live from one of the community's most loved festive traditions - the Convent Christmas Fair. The fair raised funds for Cancer Relief, GibSams, and SNAG, with a special visit from Santa organised by Round Table. We heard from Convent Christmas Fair committee member Eleri Surrey along with representatives from some of the participating charities.We’ll also touch on today’s top stories, including reactions to the UK’s plan to raise remote gaming duty from April, and we’ll discuss the winners of last night’s Cultural Awards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gibraltar is strengthening its phone-free school policy — from January, pupils’ phones will need to be kept in secure pouches during school hours.We’re marking the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and Girls, with stark local figures to reflect on. We’ll be joined by the Ministry of Equality's Marlene Dalli, the Royal Gibraltar Police's Detective Constable Kianna Hermida, and Senior Youth Worker Charlene Figueras to discuss recognising abuse, protecting young people and changing the culture that enables violence. We’ll also hear from psychologist Dr Sharon Hilson on why it can be so hard for victims to leave abusive relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Never Alone founder Rosalina Oliva-Taylor urges more men to challenge sexist attitudes as violence against women remains widespread.The EV Foundation releases its 2023–24 Impact Report and launches its Christmas appeal. CEO Nicole Jones joined us.GibSams’ Christmas Day Lunch returns to offer company and support over the festive season. Trustee Nick Borge told us what’s planned.And Deloitte’s Bling a Bauble fundraiser is back, this year supporting youth charity CYE-CYL. We spoke to representatives from both organisations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We covered a developing story: an incident which saw the frontier closed at midday, as the Police were investigating a suspicious package in the area of the airport.New guidance for booking, changing or cancelling PCC appointments: Health Minister Gemma Arias-Vasquez and GP Dr Elaine Flores explained what’s changing and how patients will benefit. While the minister was in the studio, we also discussed the second East Side power cut in under a month.In boxing - Tyrone Buttigieg celebrates becoming the new WBO Latino Gold title holder. Robin Sheppard-Capurro brought us more boxing news in his sports round-up.And Cancer Relief joined us to share Glowing Memories - inviting the community to honour loved ones with light-up jars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Five new members were elected to the GSLP executive at last night’s AGM — our reporter Christina Cortes has the highlights.As Gibraltar switches on the Christmas Festival of Lights, we look back at a year of major public events. Superintendent Paul Chipolina joins us.Gibraltar Asset Management has been bought by two businessmen from Northern Ireland. Our reporter Shelina Assomul was at the AmCham Thanksgiving Gala where it was announced.Gibraltar’s UK representative Jonathan Scott attended a royal reception at Windsor Castle hosted by King Charles, calling it a “very special evening.”And Gibraltar’s first Mini Urban Forest is taking root at Landport — we’ll speak to Horticultural Society CEO Annabelle Mor-Codali as Volunteering Week gets underway.And Robin Sheppard Capurro brought us all latest sports news and looked forward to events this weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gibraltar has a new world champion - 16-year-old Lewis Llamas, crowned at the IDO Show Dance World Championships.It’s Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day, and we’ll hear an extraordinary survival story from Louis Baldachino, who defied a stage-four diagnosis ten years ago.The 3rd Europa Scout Group readies for the 10th anniversary of their GBC Open Day Treasure Hunt. Jonhenry Mauro, the man behind the riddles, joined us. And get ready to dance — BollyFit brings Bollywood-inspired fitness to Bayside Dance Studio on Monday for the GBC Open Day. Parissa Khiani and Priyana Budhrani will tell us more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It’s International Men’s Day, and we’re diving into the realities facing men right now: from mental and physical health to masculinity, homelessness and paternity leave.Joining our panel was Equality Minister Christian Santos, Men in Need’s Jayne Wink, suicide and mental-health first aider Sean Keating and, as we looked at homelessness too, Housing Minister Pat Orfila will joined us for part of the discussion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A major proposal to turn Tovey Cottage into a new conservation and eco-tourism centre. We heard from Architect Nigel Albert Garcia and Senior Environment Officer Stephen Warr.The Environmental Agency launches its second Christmas Toy Drive, calling for donations after helping 41 families last year. Ryan Asquez and Stephanie Wornal join us soon.A new Gibraltar children’s book, One Levante Christmas Eve, by Karen Celecia and Zuleika Vallance — with all proceeds going to childhood cancer research.And a retro Zumba Class packed with 70s, 80s and 90s vibes is coming next Wednesday in support of the GBC Open Day. Organiser Miriam Drury told us more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On the show today with Kelly-Anne Borge:1) Newsroom reporter Shelina Assomul summarises the flight disruptions at Gibraltar Airport, with some of the voices who were impacted over the weekend2) The latest sporting news with our reporter Jose Mari Ruiz 3) Tickets for the GBC Open Day Punch-a-Prize draw are now on sale, kicking off Gibraltar’s festive countdown. With big prizes in the mix - from hotel stays and shopping vouchers, to an iPhone 14 Pro and a European river cruise - we hear more from MH Bland’s Alexia Pecino and Ellie Foxwell, sponsors of that star prize river cruise, as well as GBC’s Harriet Seed and Megan Stringer who have been working hard behind the scenes to make Punch a Prize possible.4) Bosom Buddies marks 20 years of supporting those affected by cancer in Gibraltar. Founder of Bosom Buddies, Sonia Golt joins us, along with Adela Lavers and Jackie Dalli, to reflect on two decades of community and compassion.5) Pianist and composer Aaron Monteverde has released a deeply personal new album today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Gibunco Gibraltar Literary Festival is in full flow this week, and Kelly-Anne Borge is live from the Elliot Hotel to speak to some of the big names making the line up:1) Professor Khalid Bekkaoui from the University of Fez on his book, 'Necklace and Pomegranates,' which is set in Victorian Gibraltar.2) Scott Mitchell on his tribute to his late wife Dame Barbara Windsor, 'By Your Side.' 3) Terri Apter about her book: 'Grandparenting', which celebrates intergenerational love. 4) Miguel Delaney, chief football writer at the Independent, discussing States of Play. 5) Ian Moore, stand up comedian and best selling author Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The DPC met to discuss plans for St Andrew’s Church and more — Katy Docker brought us the latest.The Gibraltar Red Cross launches a Jamaica Appeal after Hurricane Melissa — Chair Tim Bristow told us more. Ahead of World Diabetes Day, we heard about the Walk for Diabetes and Circle of Light Ceremony with Courtney and Melanie. A fusion of art and food with Callarte — Joseph Alecio from the Fine Arts Associtaion and artist Aaron Soleci shared how creativity is hitting the table.And Rock the Rock returns to The Ivy for the GBC Open Day — we’ll chat to Chris Osborne and GAMPA’s rock band Kaos Theory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On today's show on Wednesdays we usually dive into one topic in more depth and today I'm pleased to say we are joined by Monsignor Charlie Azzopardi.He'll be here to talk faith, community, and his mission to help those in need. We'll also be finding out about those long awaited plans for his episcopal ordination on the 7th December.I'll also be asking him about the 2022 Census results, which revealed those who declared no religion has doubled since 2012. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Paula Latin becomes the first woman to become a GBC CEO. With 26 years at the Corporation, including 12 as Head of Television, Paula has been behind many of Gibraltar’s most memorable broadcasts - from election coverage to the annual GBC Open Day. The woman of the moment joined us in the studio. The University of Gibraltar has received two major Darwin Plus grants, worth nearly £150,000, to monitor microscopic marine life and restore the rare Orange Cup Coral. We spoke to the University’s Research Development Coordinator Amaia Fernandez, along with Lili Hawkins and Carolin Zofall.Christmas is around the corner and Gibraltar Cultural Services is getting ready to sparkle. We found out more from Jodie Ferrar Barcio and Giovi Viñales from Gibraltar Cultural Services.And, a two day music festival at the Ivy this weekend will raise money for the GBC Open Day. We'll be joined by one of the performers, Daniella Naara, who will be treating us to a performance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Visit Gibraltar has been nominated for Best Tourist Board at the 2026 Globe Travel Awards. We found out more from the Head of the Tourist Board Audisa Rodriguez and Media and Marketing Officer Adriana Lopez. An 18th-century defensive tower at Old Willis’s Magazine has been uncovered. Historian Christian Wright, whose team at Wright Tech uncovered the find, explained how it redefines what we know about Gibraltar’s fortifications during the Great Siege.We got all the latest sporting news from our reporter Jose Marie Ruiz. We also heard from Kyrone Watson, the fitness coach preparing for a 50km ultramarathon across the deserts of Morocco to raise funds for PossAbilities.And from an ultramarathon to a 24 hour readathon: organisers Jessica Durante and Danica Field told us more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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