Together Gibraltar urges Government to bring forward the date for the commencement of the Bathing Season given the extraordinary circumstances. The loosening of the lockdown restrictions has given rise to an increase in the number of people attending our beaches and it would be prudent to ensure that lifeguards are present for public safety purposes.
Read MoreTogether Gibraltar commends the Government of Gibraltar on its extensive “Unlock the Rock” document, laying out the transition into a new normality in which Gibraltarians will have to take a significant part of the responsibility in managing life with the virus. We would like to strongly emphasise this reality: This is not a plan POST-VIRUS. This is what we must do to minimise risks while living WITH THE VIRUS.
Read MoreTogether Gibraltar laments the loss of Frank Dellipiani and honours the life of a political reference for the Rock.
Read Moreogether Gibraltar understands the need to move towards a de-escalation of the lockdown, and supports the Government’s plan to restart the economy within parameters defined by public health objectives. However, we believe the health and safety of the people of Gibraltar should remain the priority, and that activity should not be resumed without adequate preparation for a new wave of Covid-19 cases. With an adequately implemented strategy, the aim of neutralising the virus completely is within our reach, and we should pursue this goal vigorously.
Read MoreThe meaning and symbolic power of this year’s International Workers Day has been profoundly transformed by the coronavirus crisis, and it is the job of our political forces to turn this tide of social support into real protection from exploitation and vulnerability for workers.
Read MoreMany of our most fundamental workers; our carers, those who transport and distribute vital supplies, our first responders, cleaners, emergency services, etc., are often suffering from precarity, depressed wages, unsafe working conditions and predatory business practices.
Read MoreThe news revealed by the Deputy Chief Minster at yesterday afternoon’s press conference that six members of the health care team at the Children’s Health Centre have contracted COVI-19 is cause for grave concern.
Read MoreAt this stage, we have no other option but to publicly plead with the Government to consider implementing more aggressive measures of social distancing.
Read MoreIn the wake of the Corona Virus reaching our shores, Together Gibraltar would like to ask Government questions in relation to the whereabouts of the Health Minister during this impending crisis.
Read MoreTogether Gibraltar is impressed by the fiscal stimulus measures promised by the UK Government during Chancellor Sunak's budget speech today. We strongly urge the Government of Gibraltar to commit to similar supportive measures locally in assisting small businesses in the event of an economic downturn resulting from the Coronavirus (cancellation of rates, government guaranteed loans, grant schemes, refunding small businesses' sick pay etc.).
Read MoreTogether Gibraltar firmly rejects the statement made by some of Gibraltar’s religious leaders at the Holocaust memorial monument. We believe these leaders have done a real disservice to our community today, particularly to the well loved tradition of religious freedom and tolerance that is a fundamental part of our national identity.
Read MoreTogether Gibraltar is outraged by the exercise of cynicism and avoidance of responsibility of Community Care Ltd Directors and, by extension, by Government, who ultimately provide for this scheme.
Read MoreEquality is at the core of the TG political mission, and our leader, Marlene Hassan Nahon, continues to fight for better conditions for our women from our small corner of Parliament. However, it is important that women in the community understand that the only way to address structural gender inequalities, both present and future, is to enhance the participation of women in politics. Currently, there are only two women in Parliament and fifteen men.
Read MoreFollowing the statement released by the Directors of Gibraltar Community Care Limited (GCC Ltd), Together Gibraltar is alarmed with the announcement made in relation to the community officers scheme which was made exclusive to male residents between the ages of 60 and 65.
Read MoreTogether Gibraltar notes the publication of the Moneyval assessment and calls on the Government to take swift and robust action to face the shortcomings identified in the report. The report is comprehensive, and Together Gibraltar fully expect that the analysis of the report will be a developing concern.
Read MoreIn response to Mr. Azopardi’s proposal to create a select committee on mental health, delivered – in extremely unorthodox fashion – to the press and to the different parties simultaneously, Together Gibraltar would like to make the following comments.
Read MoreToday is World Cancer Day, a date in which we remember our friends, colleagues and families who have confronted this terrible disease. We would also like to show our appreciation for all the local organisations who do so much to create awareness and raise funds so we may continue to win this battle, one step at a time.
Read MoreTonight, on the 31 January 2020 at midnight local time, The UK will withdraw from the EU. As a consequence, Gibraltar will also be dragged out, against its democratic will, its economic, social and political interests and, for many in our community, against a strong part of its sense of identity.
Read MoreToday, International Holocaust Remembrance Day, marks the 75th anniversary of the liberation of German Nazi concentration and extermination camp, Auschwitz.
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