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She has made history as the first woman to command the Royal Navy's Gibraltar Squadron.But behind Lieutenant Commander Lauren Webber's remarkable military career lies an extraordinary personal story.In a compelling interview with Jonathan Sacramento, she talks about ambition and the obstacles she’s had to overcome in life. She also speaks candidly about the challenges of being a single carer for a young child while pursuing a demanding career in the armed forces.She also discusses her determination to challenge the rules and expectations that can hold women back, and her efforts to bring about meaningful change for others.An inspiring story of resilience and leadership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spain heads to the polls next month, with Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, gambling on a snap election after a bruising parliamentary defeat.The polls currently favour the right, with Vox also gaining ground.So what could a PP-led government mean for Gibraltar, the Treaty and relations with Madrid? What if Vox were to get more seats and even ministerial positions?And against the odds – could Pedro Sanchez actually pull it off again? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rooke Elderly Residential Home has opened its doors to the public, with the GHA saying the new facility will help consolidate and improve services for elderly people in the community.But the project has been dogged by years of delays and rising costs. The development combined modular units built in China with a locally constructed framework.Minister for Health and Care Gemma Arias-Vasquez and the GSD’s Shadow Minister for Care, Atrish Sanchez, debate the political issues in part one of the podcast.In part two, they are joined by GHA Director General Paul Bosio and Gibsilver’s Brenda Cuby to discuss the wider issues surrounding elderly residential care. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Treaty has now been operational for two months, following years of negotiation.On paper, the agreement sets out how the new relationship should work, but how has that translated into the day-to-day realities?What’s working and what isn’t? What’s changed? And what challenges remain?This episode looks at life with an open border after 65 days, from business and security, to the cultural and social impact. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode brings you an extended interview with the outgoing Commander British Forces, Commodore Tom Guy.Christine Vasquez talks to him about all things military and where the Naval base stands at present.The programme includes images of his day of departure and extracts from a gun salute held in his honour. We also get to meet the new CBF, Commodore Tim Davey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.