Demolition of Victoria Stadium's main stand has begun in Gibraltar, marking a significant phase in the development of a new UEFA Category 4 national stadium. The project, which has seen years of planning and some controversy, aims to provide modern sporting facilities with a revised capacity of 4,700 spectators.
Victoria Construction Ltd has been ordered by the Supreme Court of Gibraltar to pay £78,776 for false accounting and possession of criminal property. The company admitted to under-declaring corporate tax in 2019 and 2020, leading to significant unpaid taxes.
Demolition has commenced on the main stand of Gibraltar's Victoria Stadium, paving the way for a new 8,000-seat UEFA Category 4 national stadium. The multi-purpose complex will also feature residential and commercial facilities.
The UK Parliament has indicated robust support for the UK/EU treaty concerning Gibraltar, focusing on achieving border fluidity with Spain and safeguarding British sovereignty. The agreement, politically reached in June 2025 and with legal text finalized in December 2025, aims to integrate Gibraltar into the Schengen Area and establish a customs union, providing economic stability and legal certainty for the region.
The Gibraltar Health Authority (GHA) officially launched its robotic-assisted surgery program at St Bernard's Hospital on January 27, 2026. This initiative, supported by MicroPort, Kusuma Trust, and Prostate Cancer Gibraltar, marks a significant advancement in local surgical care, offering enhanced precision and expanding treatment options for patients.
On January 26, 2026, five passengers on an EasyJet flight from London Gatwick to Gibraltar were deported by Spanish authorities from Malaga Airport. The flight was diverted due to adverse weather, and the passengers were denied entry into Spain for lacking valid Schengen visas, despite holding valid documentation for their intended destination of Gibraltar.
Gibraltar's Government announced that its new 'G-less' personalised vehicle registration plates garnered over £500,000 in sales within three hours of launch. This initiative expands on a successful personalised plate program, contributing to a total of £2.5 million raised for public funds.
Shell LNG Gibraltar Ltd announced the transition of operations and maintenance for Gibraltar's LNG terminal from Molgas Energy to px (Gibraltar) Ltd. The change, driven by Molgas's revised business strategy, is expected to be completed by November 2025, ensuring continued energy security for Gibraltar.
The Gibraltar Health Authority (GHA) is set to launch its 2025 Flu Vaccination Campaign on October 13. The campaign targets individuals aged 50+, those with long-term conditions, pregnant women, and healthcare workers, offering vaccines at the Primary Care Centre, schools, and a Mobile Health Unit to enhance community protection.
Gibraltar's Chief Minister, Fabian Picardo, addressed the UN Special Political and Decolonization Committee in October 2024 and the Special Committee on Decolonization in June 2025. He reiterated Gibraltar's right to self-determination, urged its removal from the list of Non-Self-Governing Territories, and discussed the UK/EU treaty negotiations, while rejecting Spain's sovereignty claims.
A new initiative, 'Smartphone Free Childhood Gibraltar,' has been launched by local parents to support delaying smartphone access for children. The group aims to foster a community for parents concerned about the impact of early smartphone use and excessive screen time on children's well-being, aligning with a growing international movement.
A Russian Kilo-class submarine, the Novorossiysk, reportedly surfaced in the Mediterranean Sea near the Strait of Gibraltar following a critical fuel leak. The malfunction has led to fuel accumulation within the vessel, creating a significant explosion risk and prompting comparisons to past naval disasters. The crew reportedly lacks necessary repair capabilities.
Spain's King Felipe VI praised a recent political agreement for a UK/EU treaty on Gibraltar during his address to the United Nations General Assembly on September 24, 2025. The King emphasized the pact's potential to bring 'confidence, legal certainty, and stability' to the region, following years of complex negotiations aimed at easing border movements and establishing a customs union.
Chief Minister Fabian Picardo strongly defended Gibraltar's reputation in Parliament, condemning the former Principal Auditor's report as the greatest risk to the territory's standing. He rejected claims of unconstitutional actions regarding the Gibraltar Savings Bank audit, citing legal advice and accusing the report of factual inaccuracies and political bias.
