Gibraltar Today

The Justice Minister says he is considering introducing chemical castration for the most serious sexual offences. More on that with reporter Katy Docker.

And, Cancer Relief’s Dying Matters campaign is encouraging people to have open conversations about living well until the end and how we can preserve our legacies - As part of Dying Matters Week we'll be joined by some of the Cancer Relief team. 

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The Chief Minister says an economic shock is around the corner of the sort the world has not seen for decades, due to the war in the Middle East. Fabian Picardo was speaking at a GGCA event honouring Workers' Memorial Day and May Day.

The Squash Association is gearing up to host the Gibraltar Squash Masters this week, bringing international players to the Europa Sports Complex. GSA committee member Mark Torres joins us soon. 

It’s Mental Health Awareness Month and suicide prevention charity GibSams has a number of events taking place, with a focus on wellbeing in the workplace. GibSams CEO Brenda Cuby will be here to tell us more about the conference and the charity’s wider work.

And, celebrating 5 years of mum-dancing on the Rock, Nicole Warrick is holding a special anniversary event later this month. The 80s dance fitness classes are run with a firm focus on fun and women's health. 

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Unite the Union has confirmed it has submitted a draft proposal on public sector pay to the Gibraltar Government, with negotiations expected to begin in the coming weeks.We'll be unpacking Unite the Union's Mayday rally.

All the latest sports news coming up.

We'll also be hearing about Freedom 4 Girls - A UK charity giving talks on menstrual education this week.

A new TV show is coming to your screens this week - Activate with Amber - Nutritionist and holistic practitioner Amber Bishop Garcia will join us.

And, we're looking ahead to the yearly CYE-CYL summer programme, aimed at young people - it offers a mix of outdoor adventure, entrepreneurship and community volunteering.

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New discoveries of ancient shipwrecks in the Bay of Gibraltar have once again put the spotlight on the Rock’s rich underwater heritage. Marine biologist Dr Darren Fa and Professor Geraldine Finlayson join us to explore what we already know about historic wrecks in our waters and why marine archaeology is so important.

We'll be looking ahead to a long weekend of sport with Jose Mari Ruiz and the Sam O’Shea Memorial “Round the Rock” Cycle, a tribute to a much loved athlete whose impact continues to be felt across the community.

And, Season five of Born on the Rock launches today, returning with personal stories about birth, parenting and community support in Gibraltar. 

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We're taking a deep dive into the local pool scene, after a week of top-level international competition, the EBA Pool Nations Cup was hosted on the Rock. We'll be joined by members of the pool association as well as Minister for Sport Leslie Bruzon.

And the Gibraltar Federation of Small Businesses has launched a new professional development programme aimed at boosting leadership and management skills locally. 

Business Manager Kim Chang will be telling us more.

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We mark the 75th anniversary of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary ship Bedenham explosion. We’ll hear from Ronnie Barabich, who recalls the events of 1951, and how the day is being commemorated.

A major change at Cancer Relief Gibraltar as long-serving Chairperson Marisa Desoiza steps down after more than two decades, with Fabian Vinet taking on the role. Both will join us to reflect on the charity’s journey and what’s next.

We’ll bring you the latest in sport.

In the arts, Karl Ullger returns from Berlin after showcasing his work in a major international exhibition.

And the Gibraltar Academy of Dance prepares to stage LUNA, an original production inspired by the phases of the moon.

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The Barbary macaques have been making headlines this week, after a new study found they’re eating soil to counteract the effects of junk food consumed from tourists.

Stephen Warr from the Department of the Environment and Audisa Rodriguez from the Ministry of Tourism will join us to unpack what this means for wildlife management and visitor behaviour on the Rock.

The Llanito History Doctor, also known as Ryan Asquez, has been presenting his work at the University of Oxford. Ryan joined us in the studio.

Also at the University of Oxford, student Aditya Dhanwani has represented Gibraltar at the Commonwealth Youth Development Summit, where he delivered a speech on young enterprise.

And, a special fundraiser at King’s Chapel this Sunday will bring together the Gibraltar and Portsmouth Military Wives Choirs, SSAFA and the Band and Corps of Drums of the Royal Gibraltar Regiment.

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On the show today with Kelly Anne Borge:

Fabian Picardo has become the first Chief Minister to meet bilaterally with a Foreign Minister in Madrid. He said the priority is turning the treaty into reality.

There's news of the Spanish Foreign Minister visiting the Campo de Gibraltar today.

Fabian Picardo also addressed the Nueva Economia Forum in Madrid this morning, The Forum is a pan-European think tank bringing significant geopolitical figures before audiences in European capitals. Newsroom's Christina Cortes brings us the latest.

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Young enterprise team Regeneraid won a Junior Pitch Battle last night - the team has developed what’s being described as Gibraltar’s first ever first aid comic book. The event was organised by Start Up Grind's Denise Matthews - we hear from them.

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Are you a registered blood donor? Donating blood is one of the simplest acts that can save a life. Most of us will need blood at some point in our lives but far fewer of us will ever donate it. GHA Phlebotomy Nurse Practitioner Elaine Francis joisn us to explain how giving blood can make a life-saving difference.

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And we're treated to a live cello performance by Bruno Delepaire and pianist Kim Barbier, who are set to take to the stage tonight for a classical recital at the Convent Ballroom, organised by the Gibraltar Philharmonic Society. They tell us more about the programme and what audiences can expect from this evening’s performance.

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The Treaty’s provisional application and implementation is on the agenda today when the Chief Minister meets the Spanish Foreign Minister in Madrid this afternoon. The Newsroom's Jonathan Sacramento is in the capital. 

We'll also be going in depth with the museum team with a new documentary in the making, exploring the final chapters of Neanderthal life. It's always an interesting conversation with Clive, Geraldine and Stewart Finlayson. They'll also be joined by Stephanie Cassam, who is a Senior Scientific Conservation Officer.

And we went live to St Bernard's Hospital where Floyd Swift is fundraising for Cancer Relief. Floyd takes on massive challenges every year to raise money for the charity and this April is no different. Jose Mari Ruiz was there.

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The Chief Minister has given evidence in what he said would be his last appearance before the House of Commons Foreign Affairs Committee. Fabian Picardo said the Gibraltar Parliament has always been a stronger guardian than the UK Parliament of the Rock's British sovereignty. He cited the UK's support of the 1984 Brussels process, the 1987 airport agreement and the 2002 joint sovereignty plan.

A Women in Enterprise Breakfast Meeting has been bringing professionals together this morning to explore how to handle sensitive workplace conversations with confidence and clarity. Mediator at Ramparts Fiona Young will be sharing more.

The Gibraltar Art Society continues its illustrated talk season, this week focusing on the impact of war on children across generations. Professor Martin Parsons, who is a leading expert in war child studies, will be in the studio. 

And the Musicians Association of Gibraltar is hosting a charity jam session this week, bringing local talent together in support of Little Smiles. We'll be hearing more from MAG's Ernest Slade. 

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