Gibraltar Today

There's been an increase in domestic violence cases reported to the police over the Christmas season. The Newsroom's Christina Cortes brings us up to speed on the latest from the RGP.

January is Cervical Awareness month: Eloise Hadlow was diagnosed with it aged just 32 years old. She tells us about her journey.

Diary of a Trade Unionist: We'll be having a look at a new book by Charles Sisarello, who's experience spans more than 50 years.

And, it's going to be a big year for Irish folk band Thrifty Malone: Martin and Rob discuss the UK West Coast Folk Festival. 

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New Year's Eve celebrations are back at Casemates after a four year absence. GibMedia's Jordan Lopez tells us what else we can expect.

We have our third and final instalment of the Review of the Year - looking at some of the biggest stories to make headlines in 2023.

And, the show’s producer Kelly has a surprise up her sleeve…

But first… Have you got big plans for 2024? Stroke survivor John Shephard certainly does, he’s taking on the London Marathon - what an inspiration!

Thanks for listening to the Gibraltar Today podcast with Jonathan Scott.

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The Scouts Association brought the Bethlehem Light of Peace to Gibraltar. 

We hear from Mark Rodriguez. And - covering the story is our reporter, Christina Cortes. She'll join us.

Representing the Rock in London Artist Karl Ullger tells us about the exhibition called ‘Regeneration’, in Hansard Studios Gallery.

And, we relive the stories that helped define the year just gone in our second instalment of Review 2023.

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Kelly and Stefan have been featuring local artists on the Breakfast Show this week. The producer of the show, Kelly-Anne Borge spoke about what a privalige it has been having so much local talent perform live in the studio. She was joined by Rima, who kickstarted the week with a Villancico.

Teenagers will be taking over the Radio Gibraltar airwaves once again this Christmas. Following on from last year's success, GBC opened its studio doors to budding future broadcasters to present the Afternoon Show on the 25th. Presenter Ben Lynch worked with the successful applicants.

Many will be out celebrating the start of the Christmas break today, with more alcohol being consumed than usual and more activity out and about in our streets, how will this impact the Royal Gibraltar Police? Superintendent Nolan Romero told us more.

For many, the festive period is a secular holiday, to be enjoyed with friends and family. But for Christians, this is a time to reflect on and find joy in their faith. The Roman Catholic Bishop of Gibraltar, Carmel Zammit, said God's love was the main focus of Christmas.

And, GBC's undisputed champion of community, Kevin Ruiz, looked at Gibraltar's Christmas traditions in Monday's City Pulse. He told about a special episode that he is also preparing for Christmas Day.

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The High Commissioner of India to the UK Vikram Dorai-swami is in Gibraltar. He brings the good news that holders of Gibraltar-issued British passports can now access India's e-visa system. Our reporter Iain Triay Clarence told us more.

Just four sleeps left for Christmas, but what kind of weather will Santa be riding his sleigh in? The next few days will be busy on the Rock and the Met Office's Zoe Hutin filled us in on what we can expect. 

If you've been tuning in to The Breakfast Show this week you'd know that Stefan & Kelly have been featuring local musicians in the lead up to Christmas. Today it was the turn of the band Waves, with their version of the classic 'Driving Home for Christmas'.

Music, movies and food are the main themes of this year's GBC TV Christmas schedule. There's a big focus on locally-produced programming; something for everyone on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and the live New Year's celebrations. GBC's Head of Television, Paula Latin has the details. 

And, have you got plans set for tomorrow? Many work places will be clocking off early, ready to get in the festive spirit and there'll also be lots of live music on offer over the coming days, we're going to be spoilt for choice. Kayron Pozo and Michael Chrome from the Musicians Association brought us up to speed.

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A group of Bayside 6th former students are fundraising to give back to the community during the festive period. Apart from a big spinathon to raise money, they're also helping Father Charlie with the Christmas hampers he puts together for vulnerable families. Sarah Bensadon, Jesse Olivero and Anna Mccomb joined us in the studio. 

This morning the Red Cross delivered 600 presents to St Bernard's hospital this morning. They are very excited to be 'Santa's Elves' and to help him spread some kindness at this very special time of the year. Jonathan Sacramento told us more.

Many of us will be busy in the kitchen over the next week and the Fire and Rescue Service is reminding us all to maintain fire safety during the Christmas period. Leading firefighter Dwayne Trinidad reminded us of the importantance of paying that extra bit of attention at this time of year.

In the lead up to Christmas the Breakfast Show on Radio Gibraltar is featuring live festive music in the studio every morning, just after 8. It's a real variety of local musicians taking part and this morning it was opera singer Nathan Payas who graced the airwaves with his rendition of "It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year." We listen back to his performance.

And, the Philharmonic Society’s next concert, the Grand Zarzuela, is on this evening at The Holy Trinity Cathedral. We were joined by star tenor, Alejandro del Cerro and one of the most promising sopranos in the current opera scene, Rocio Faus, accompanied by pianist Guillermo Garcia Calvo.

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Plans are in motion to improve marriage services on the Rock.

Of the more than 1,600 couples who have tied the knot on the Rock this year, over 1,500 of them were from abroad. Our reporter Iain Triay Clarence has been looking at the stats and will be with me in the studio. 

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We'll be speaking to charity PossAbilities following a £45,000 donation from the GBC Open Day.

Nicole Buckley and Ruth Jaques from PossAbilities will be telling us how that money will be used, we'll also be discussing the challenges for our neurodivergent community at Christmas time. If you have ADHD or autism or have a family member who does then get in touch with your tips and advice for those who may struggle during the festive period. 

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Exciting concert news - Nile Rogers and Chic will be performing on the Rock this Summer!

With songs like Good Times and Freak Out it's bound to be a feel good show to get you on your feet and we'll be finding out more from organiser Owen Smith now.

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The GBC Open Day has broken all records. At the time of publishing, we were edging towards £200,000! Every single penny goes to supporting local charities helping people in need. GBC Chief Executive James Neish tells us how. 

Wave FC women's team is competing in a charity Christmas Tournament on Saturday at Lathbury, we speak to Ross Mulkern, as well as Julia and Louise Langley.

And, the charity Action4schools has reached an important milestone: Jimmy Bruzon talks to us about the local charity’s 100th water well in Sierra Leone.

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