The Gibraltar Magazine - October 2017

October 2017 Vol. 22 # 12

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ne of the main features of October is the shedding of leaves marking the transition from summer to autumn.

Gibraltar Cultural Services has already announced the programme of events for the season up until the end of the year. We give you the first instalment of the festivities in the news (p. 8) so you can choose which of the events you’d like to attend, and there really is a lot to select from to ensure the transition into the colder fronts is a little less painful.

Not in the programme, probably because this was their first summer, are the new market stalls on Turnbull’s Lane. In an effort to bring street markets back to Gib, a few older gentlemen set up their tables twice a week to sell curios and encourage others to do the same (p. 33). Don’t we all have a few bits and pieces we could clear from our homes?

Environment is another area of our existence worth clearing and cleaning. We talk about air pollution in Gibraltar and the PollutionWatch Facebook page where eager environmentalists track the most prominent air pollutants in the area (p. 44).

We also examine how much protection the environment actually needs and if it is pos-

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sible to be overprotective when it comes to endangered species (p. 42). Where is the bottom line, and why should we even concern ourselves with nature? As long as our economy prospers, why care about diversity and eco-matters?

These and more (Passionate about free speech? Need advice on dangerous lizards in the area? Haven’t had any luck with a formal complaint? Really curious why that ambulance just passed with sirens on? Not happy with the date of a bank holiday?

Saw someone embarrass themselves?

Really want to express your opinion on something?) are the issues anyone can discuss on the most popular platform ‘Speak Freely!!!’. Molly took it upon herself to scroll through hundreds of Facebook posts and reports back on her findings (p. 46).

Automovilístico can transport you back in time to La Belle Époque when cars looked very differently; some could even fly (p.

73)… For a trip further afield, this month, we offer Peru, where Incan gods left many signs for the mortals to decipher, where you find out the American Grand Canyon isn’t the deepest in the Americas, and where children with their pet alpacas will happily pose for your new profile photo (p. 74).

In keeping with the transport-related theme emerging above, we asked our community what mode of transportation they like the most (p. 20). No one said chasing the autumnal leaves…

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Other leisure activities (that involve leaving the comfort of your mobile or tablet screen) include travelling around airports and taking amazing photographs of unusual planes. A few local plane spotting enthusiasts share their favourite shots of some impressive aircraft (p. 60). If you’re more into road vehicles, especially the ones no longer driving on our 21st century roads, you might like to take a trip to Malaga, where the beautiful Museo GIBRALTAR MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2017

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contents 8 NEWS 16 Around town 20 Hello there: transport

BUSINESS 23 Introducing Foundations - The newest instrument 26 Going Global - Achieving your expansion plans 28 Ezylet Startup - A ground-breaking Gibraltar success story 30 Employment References - What’s the point?

LIFE 33 Street Markets - Why don’t we have one?

36 Hattersley Mix-Up - Lord Hattersley of Sparkbrook 39 Miracle Of Deliverance - Reward for Dunkirk retreat 42 Environmental Protection - How far is far enough?

44 Pollution Watch - Gibraltar’s inconvenient truth 46 Speak Freely??? - Gibraltar’s prolific opinion forum 50 Feast of All Saints - Terrifying traditions

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52 Animal Inkling - with just a dash of brightness 56 Pure & Raw - Dilapidated backgrounds 60 Plane Spotting - Bonding with patience 66 MTV Presents Gibraltar Calling Music Festival 2017

LEISURE 69 Going For Gingham - An absolute keynote fabric 72 Vintage Cars - La Belle Époque in Malaga 74 Pacing Thru Peru - From arid deserts to luscious jungle 80 Vitis Vinifera - The evolution of wine 82 84 93 94 96 98

Recipes: Ricotta Cannelloni & Matcha Cheesecake Guides and Information #GibsGems Olympian Gods – Gods get poetic Mum on the Rock – Baby Loss Awareness Coffee Time and Schedules

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AUTUMN CULTURAL PROGRAMME 2017 Tuesday 26th Sept to Thursday 5th Oct Annual Photographic Competitive Exhibition Organised by the Gibraltar Photographic Society at Gustavo Bacarisas Gallery 10am to 5pm - free entry. For more info contact: leslielinares@gibtelecom.net Tuesday 3rd to Friday 6th Art Exhibition by Gail Francis Tiron Fine Arts Gallery at Casemates Square 10am to 6pm Mon to Fri – free entry. For more info contact the Fine Arts Gallery on 20052126 or finearts@gibtelecom.net Wednesday 4th to Friday 20th Berlin Art Residency Exhibition Organised by Gibraltar Cultural Services at John Mackintosh Hall Galleries - 9.30am to 9:30pm - free entry.

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Fitness Gallery Organised by Gibraltar Cultural Services alongside sports stylist Kezia Lopez at Gibraltar Exhibition for Modern Art (GEMA) – 9.30am to 12.30pm. Participants fee of £38 available from www.klopezpt.com. For more info contact GCS Events Department on 20067236 or: info@culture.gi or Kezia Lopez on: kezia@klopezpt.com Classic Vehicle Static Display Organised by the Gibraltar Classic Vehicle Association at John Mackintosh Square - 10am to 4pm. For more info contact Howard Danino on 58225000 Cycling Marathon Organised by the Royal Gibraltar Police in aid of GBC Open Day at Casemates Square - 8am to 8pm. For more info contact: public-events@royalgib.police.gi or 20072500 Dyslexia Awareness Day Organised by the Gibraltar Dyslexia Support Group at Cathedral of St Mary the Crowned, Main Street – 10am to 2pm. For more info contact: stuart.john.byrne@gmail. com Tuesday 10th Coffee and Chat - World Mental Health Day Organised by Club House Gibraltar at Wellington Front – 11am to 4pm

Matthew Hunt, Howard Shelley and the European Symphony Orchestra. For more info contact 20072134 or www. philharmonic.gi

the Gibraltar Decorative and Fine Arts Society at O’Callaghan Elliot’s Hotel 7:30pm. For more info visit www.nadfas. org/gibraltar

Wednesday 11th to Saturday 14th

Friday 20th

Dejavu

Think Pink Day

Organised by LOL Productions at Ince’s Hall Theatre – 8pm. Tickets priced at £12.50. For more info contact Giselle Baker via Facebook.

Organised by the Cancer Research UK Gibraltar Branch - 9am onwards. For more info contact Giovi Viñales on: giovi.vinales@ me.com or 56631000.

Thursday 12th

Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps Performance

Museum Lecture Organised by the Gibraltar Museum at Charles Hunt Room, John Mackintosh Hall - 7pm. Free entry, for more info contact Tyson Holmes on 20074289.

Casemates Square – 4pm. For more info contact Paul Binder on +44 7533 207026.

Friday 13th

Organised by the Cancer Research UK Gibraltar Branch - 9am onwards at Casemates Square - 11am. Registrations from 9.30am. For more info contact Giovi Viñales on: giovi.vinales@me.com or mobile 56631000

Miss Glamour 2017 Organised by Glamour Creations at John Mackintosh Hall Theatre - 8:30pm. Tickets at £15 on sale at Diamond Occasions, 1st Floor, ICC. For more info contact Bianca Zammitt on 54000377.

Saturday 14th Mini Olympiad Parade Organised by the Royal Gibraltar Police at John Mackintosh Square to Victoria Stadium - 10am. For more info contact: public-events@royalgib.police.gi or 20072500 Mini Olympiad Organised by the Royal Gibraltar Police at Victoria Stadium - 11am to 4pm. For more info contact: public-events@royalgib.police.gi or 20072500 2018 Calendar Launch Organised by Bosom Buddies at Lobby of Parliament – 10am to 3pm. Calendars will cost £5 with all proceeds to the Bosom Buddies Cancer Trust and the GBC Open Day. For more info contact: sonpat45@ gmail.com Cancer Awareness Day Organised by Cancer Relief at Cathedral of St Mary the Crowned, Main Street – 10am to 2pm. For more info contact: 20042392 Wednesday 18th

Autumn Classical Concert

Rubens, Colour, Creativity, Diplomacy and Collecting

St Michael’s Cave – 8pm. Featuring

Art Lecture by David Cross organised by

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Saturday 21st Cancer Research Walk for Life

Heroes Band Musical Concert John Mackintosh Square – 1pm. Free concert. For further info please contact John Seabrook on +44 7809238111 Sunday 22nd Heroes Band Ince’s Hall Theatre - 7:30pm. Tickets at £10. For more info contact John Seabrook on +44 7809238111 Tuesday 24th to Friday 27th Exhibition by the Gibraltar Astronomical Society Fine Arts Gallery at Casemates Square 10am to 6pm Mon to Fri – free entry. For more info contact the Fine Arts Gallery on 20052126 or: finearts@gibtelecom.net Wednesday 25th and Thursday 26th ‘El Barbero de Sevilla’ Zarzuela at the John Mackintosh Hall Theatre - 8:00pm. Organised by Gibraltar Cultural Services. Tickets at £5 at the John Mackintosh Hall Reception from 16th Oct. Sale of tickets limited to 10 per person.

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‘GIBRALTAR AS SEEN

BY FIVE ARTISTS’ EXHIBITION

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our artists; Paul Cosquieri, Shane Dalmedo, Carolina Santos Floriano and Karl Ullger have been selected to exhibit their work at the Art Bermondsey Project Space in London from the 17 to the 29 October. The exhibition, which will have a strong Gibraltar content, will also include works by local filmmaker Nina Danino.

The exhibition, curated by London artist Philippa Beale, will be included as part of the Gibraltar Day in London festivities and will be covered by an article in STATE, the gallery’s own magazine, which has a distribution of around 50,000 copies distributed free of charge to institutions, galleries and at art fairs and events across the UK.

“Gibraltar as seen by five artists” is the direct outcome of the close collaboration over the last three years between the Fine Arts Association’s current committee, the Gibraltar Ministry of Culture and the Gibraltar Cultural Services. Their purpose has been to improve the quality of distribution of work of Fine Artists working in Gibraltar enabling locally-produced fine art to reach an international audience. To this end, the Gibraltar Exhibition at the Art Bermondsey Project Space is the start of this important venture.

There will be two private opening viewings which promise to include important art celebrities and other well-known figures.

First on Tuesday 17th Oct; 6-8pm attended

by Steven Linares Minister for Culture, the Media, Youth & Sport, by Ms. Yvette Zarb CEO Culture Services, and Mr. Seamus Byrne CEO Designate Culture Services. Then on Tuesday 24th Oct; 6-8pm (sponsored by the Alwani Foundation) attended by Fabian Picardo CM.

AUTUMN CLASSICAL CONCERT WITH BRITISH CLARINETTIST HUNT

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he Gibraltar Philharmonic Society feels very privileged that Matthew Hunt - one of Europe’s leading clarinetists and conductor Maestro Howard Shelley together with the European Symphony Orchestra will open the 2017/2018 Philharmonic Society’s season. Autumn Classical concert will take place at St Michael’s Cave on Tuesday, 10th October at 8pm. The concert is sponsored and organised on behalf of the Ministry of Culture.

‘The clarinettist played so beautifully, it was as though he wished to make the very air melt.” Tokyo Times Matthew Hunt is a distinctive musician, renowned for the vocal quality of his playing and his ability to communicate with audiences. Matthew enjoys an international career as both soloist and chamber musician, and currently holds the position of Solo Clarinettist of the Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie, Bremen.

Howard Gordon Shelley OBE is a British pianist and conductor. As pianist, he has performed, broadcast and recorded around the world with leading orchestras and GIBRALTAR MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2017

conductors. During the 40th anniversary of Sergei Rachmaninoff’s death, he became the first pianist ever to perform the composer’s complete solo piano works in concert. The five London recitals, in London’s Wigmore Hall, were broadcast in their entirety by the BBC. In 1985, Howard Shelley made his professional debut as a conductor and since then performed with the best orchestras worldwide recording several discs.

The programme: Mozart: Overture to Lucio Silla KV135 Weber: Clarinet Concerto No 1 in F minor Op 73 (Matthew Hunt, clarinet) Beethoven: Symphony No 6 “Pastoral” Op 68 Tickets at £20 are available from Sacarello’s coffee shop and The Silver Shop at 222 Main Street or at www.buytickets.gi.

A limited number of tickets at £10 are available to senior citizens at the John Mackintosh Hall. Price includes a bus shuttle service departing from the Public Market and opposite the Cable Car as from 6:30pm. Further information on 200 72134 or www.philharmonic.gi.

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AUTOMATED SYSTEM FOR CUSTOMS DATA

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M Customs started to implement the new ASYCUDA World last month. ASYCUDA (Automated System for Customs Data) is the method used by Customs for the clearance of goods. In line with Government’s environmental ‘green’ policy, the system is fully electronic and therefore paperless.

In consultation with the Gibraltar Chamber of Commerce and the Gibraltar Federation of Small Businesses, Customs has been engaged with the local trading sector and a full training programme on the usage of the different modules was undertaken in order to ensure a smooth transition.

Amongst the many benefits of the new system, traders are able to clear goods and make electronic payments from their own premises without the need to physically

attend Customs offices at the commercial gate.

In order to ensure a smooth transition, businesses will be brought online on a staggered process and companies that have still not registered with Customs on the new system, are strongly urged to do so as soon as possible. The Business Registration Form can be downloaded from: www.hmcustoms.gov.gi/portal/pdf/ CUS180X.pdf

Any businesses requiring further information are requested to contact Customs on 20046715.

THE BISTRO POINT TROPHY

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he 2017-18 Med Golf Season was opened by the Bistro Point Trophy event at Doña Julia last month which was won in by Richard Atkinson who, regardless of the difficulties, scored a stunning 42 points, 7 points clear of his nearest rival. Richard has threatened the podium before but this time pushed through in grand style to the top. To go with the trophy, Richard won two green fees on the San Roque Old course. He also won the best gross score on the 5 par 3 holes at one over par and, with his playing partner James Barr, won the best pairs prize with a combined score of 75 Stableford points.

The Best Gross Trophy, for which every hole must be scored, was narrowly won

by Matthew Charlesworth with a round of 80 beating Javi Hunter by one stroke.

Matthew won the longest drive and was runner up in the category prize list.

Category 2 (handicaps 13 to 22): the runner up was James Barr on handicap with a score of 33 points playing off handicap 18 for the first time in Category 2 - quite a remarkable achievement given that James was playing off handicap 27 in June of this year. The winner was Louis Calvente with a score of 34 points. Louis is a seasoned Med Golf member and no stranger to the prize list.

Category 1 (handicaps 0 to 12): the runner up with 34 points was Matthew Charlesworth. The winner was Peter Grüetter with a score of 35 points. Peter also won the best senior prize.

Category 3 (handicap 23 and above): Andreas Granlund was the runner up with a score of 32 points and the winner, also on handicap with 32 points was Eddie Diaz, a frequent visitor to the podium.

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Nearest the pin winners were: Javi Hunter, Louis Calvente, Andreas Granlund, Mike Cowburn and Tim Mitchell. Nearest to the pin in 2 on a par 4 was Kevin Jones and Dan Lomax was nearest to the pin in 3 on a par 5. The prizes for the day were presented by the Med Golf’s Camille Benezrah.

The event triggered the start of the Order of Merit (OOM) sponsored again this season by Jyske Bank. For more info, visit www.medgolfmembers.com or come on the San Roque Club New course for the Admiral Casino Trophy on Sunday 22nd October.

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CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT FITNESS GALLERY

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ibraltar Cultural Services on behalf of the Ministry of Culture, as part of its cultural development programme, is launching a ‘Fitness Gallery’ initiative, working alongside personal trainer Kezia Lopez.

The event is scheduled to take place at the Gibraltar Exhibition of Modern Art (GEMA), Montagu Bastion in Line Wall Road, on Saturday 10th October between 9.30am and 12.30pm. The idea is to bring together

fitness and art in the same space, in the same vein as similar events happening in cities across the world, such as recently seen at the New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art.

more of an emotional and powerful experience than merely standing and observing art.

Commenting on the announcement, CEO Designate, Seamus Byrne said:

I am confident that the experience will surely change people’s perception of looking at art whilst at the same time supporting GCS marketing initiatives for GEMA as a historical and heritage art Gallery.’

‘Those who attend the event will exercise, work out, and view art. We hope that this cultural development programme will be

IS DYSLEXIA A MISSION IMPOSSIBLE?

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f you ever thought that people with dyslexia would not be able to achieve their dreams, think again. Some of the most well-renowned scientists, artists and businesspeople of our time were dyslexic.

Albert Einstein, who invented the atom bomb, Pablo Picasso and Leonardo da Vinci, the top painters of their times and Richard Branson who started the Virgin brand all had the condition. If you thought that living with dyslexia is a Mission Impossible, there’s no one better to look up to than Tom Cruise, the face of the popular action films after all these years.

The question you might ask is how?

At the Dyslexia Support Group, we believe it is all about supporting people who suffer from the condition and giving them the tools to overcome those disabilities so they don’t get branded as ‘lazy or stupid’.

Instead, history has shown through these amazing individuals that giving them the tools to overcome their disability they can excel at what they do. This is mainly because of the sense of perseverance and individuality that comes through when dyslexia-sufferers realise it is up to them to overcome their condition to go on and succeed.

Strangely enough, scientists studying these famous people have discovered that they often don’t feel any better than others.

Instead, they often believe they are acting out ‘not being stupid’ to the rest of the world as this is the only way they can overcome their lack of self-worth. But it is basically that quest for acceptance that can leads dyslexics to be even greater than most of their peers in any field they choose to pursue. This year, Dyslexia Awareness Week runs from Monday 2nd Oct. The Gibraltar Dyslexia Support Group will be holding various events.

Tuesday 3rd - Lecture by various guests on subjects relating to dyslexia at the JMH Charles Hunt Room at 6:30pm Wednesday 4th – Homework Club at JMH from 5-6pm.

Wednesday 4th – Parents ‘Meet & Greet’ and presentation on Irlen Syndrome at JMH from 6-8pm.

Thursday 5th – Coffee Morning in the Kings Chapel at 10:30-12:30.

Thursday 5th – Bruno’s Dinner at 7:30-11pm (tickets £15 per person) Friday 6th – Lecture by special guest Margaret Rooke at the JMH Charles Hunt Room at 6:30pm.

Saturday 7th – Awareness Stall outside Cathedral of St Mary the Crowned.

Friday 13th - Gibraltar Dyslexia Support Group Flag Day GIBRALTAR MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2017

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GHA INTRODUCES PATIENT ‘FLAGGING’

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he Gibraltar Health Authority has introduced a computerised ‘flagging’ system at St Bernard’s Hospital and the Primary Care Centre. The system will immediately notify GHA staff, including clinicians and administrative staff, of any serious medical condition or disability as soon as an individual’s electronic health record is accessed.

Head of Primary Care and Deputy Medical Director, Dr Krish Rawal discussed these improvements: “I am extremely pleased with the implementation of the flagging system, which will alert staff of any serious medical condition or disability as soon as a patient presents themself at any clinic or counter.

This will not only improve communication between staff and patients when using GHA services, it also means staff will be aware of a patient’s medical details if they require emergency or other assistance.”

The Minister for Health, Care and Justice, Neil Costa added: “Staff will immediately be made aware of important medical issues, and of any special assistance required, in a discreet manner, especially in situations where an individual is attending a counter, at the Primary Care Centre or St Bernard’s Hospital. The medical conditions presently being flagged relate to hearing impairments, dementia and learning disabilities for the primary care electronic system. For those attending the A&E

Department, there are electronic ‘flags’ for patients who are at an increased risk of infection such as cancer patients and those taking immune system suppressing medications. We will monitor this excellent scheme and may well add extra flags in the future.”

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welve new student nurses are to commence their nursing degree with the School of Health Studies in conjunction with St George’s, University of London and Kingston University London.

The School of Health Studies provides the BSc (Hons) Nursing degree. Students who will be undertaking the three year full time degree will be taught and assessed in Gibraltar.

Lecturer Mrs Noleen Jones says: ‘Prior to being admitted on the course, students have to meet stringent admissions criteria.

They have to undergo a range of selection processes in order to demonstrate that they have the right attitude and aptitude to be successful in this demanding and challenging course of study. Our key concern is the safety of patients as well as providing a course that is fit for purpose.’

Head of the School of Health Studies, Professor Ian Peate, said: ‘The School of Health Studies has a proven record of producing high quality, competent and confident practitioners. We work very closely with our clinical colleagues ensuing that students are provided with support to complete the course and to gain as much experience as possible in all fields of nursing.’

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Principal of the School of Health Studies, Dr Ron Coram, welcomed the new student body and said: ‘This is a challenging and demanding Degree from a number of perspectives; it is emotionally, intellectually and physically taxing. The School of Health Studies are here to provide students with the support that they need to be successful in their academic endeavours.’

After commencing the course, students will spend, over the three year period, 50% of their time in clinical practice working with clinicians and caring for people, with the remainder of the 50% of the course allocated to theoretical

learning where they will be able to learn the theory and apply it to practice. Students are assessed and tested in a number of areas on a continual basis. Assessment in theory and practice considers knowledge, skills and attitudes, ensuring that as the student progresses throughout the course, they are meeting the required standards. If successful over the three year period, students can apply for entry onto the professional register.

The Degree provides students with the specialist knowledge and hands-on clinical skills that are required to become a registered adult nurse with the Nursing, Midwifery and Health Visitors Registration Board Gibraltar.

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CYBERFIRST FUTURES STUDENTS ACHIEVE OVERALL HIGH SCORES

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number of Bayside students returned from the Cyberfirst Futures course at Royal Holloway University of London.

The students; Jamie Weigold, Ben Sene, Adam Rocca, Asadullah Shuja and Leon Wellstead, who were accompanied by their teachers Stewart Harrison and Thomas Toughill, were required to carry out a number of entry exams before being accepted onto the course.

The students spent five days at the course where they learnt about different types of cyber attacks and a number of methods to prevent them. They also covered the psychology of a hacker and the different reasons for attacks to be carried out. The course was hosted by GCHQ and the National Cyber Security Centre and is part of the UK’s cyber security strategy. The course had 48 participants with two of the Bayside students achieving high scores in their assessment, placing them both in the top five overall.

On their return, they met with Minister for Education John Cortes and discussed future career aspirations, their views on

the role and advancement of technology and the effect cybercrime has on our society.

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GIBRALTAR CHAMBER JOINS COBCOE NETWORK

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he Gibraltar Chamber of Commerce has been welcomed as a member of the Council of British Chambers of Commerce in Europe (COBCOE).

With around 35 British Chambers of Commerce member organisations around Europe, COBCOE provides a unique and powerful international network of more than 7,000 businesses, ranging from major multinationals to small and medium sized enterprises.

Discussions between the Gibraltar Chamber of Commerce and COBCOE have been ongoing for several months and following the UK’s decision to leave the European Union in 2019, the board of the Gibraltar Chamber took the decision to reach out and develop links with relevant influential organisations which can benefit its own members and project Gibraltar’s business message abroad.

Some of these benefits which Gibraltar Chamber members will enjoy include access to COBCOE Connects which links chambers of commerce and similar business groups online, so that business can make contact and explore new business opportunities directly.

Being part of the COBCOE network will also give Chamber members access to COBCOE’s Training Academy which develops training programmes for chamber boards and key executive leadership teams.

Perhaps one of the most important parts of the network is that COBCOE can be a powerful advocate for Gibraltar and its members in the aftermath of BREXIT. Some of COBCOE’s board have been impressed with the level of preparation which Gibraltar has achieved already and have been intrigued by Gibraltar’s unique

economic influence in the neighbouring Campo region.

As part of a growing network of British Chambers across Europe, being part of COBCOE will not only offer members of the Gibraltar Chamber additional business opportunities in the future, but also give Gibraltar business a more powerful and louder voice in Europe.

GIBRALTAR EVENT AT MONACO YACHT SHOW

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or the past 27 years the superyachting community from around the world has gathered for four days on the quays of the Port Hercules in Monaco for the annual Monaco Yacht Show. It is the world’s biggest international yachting exhibition and provides visitors the opportunity to board and review yachts, network, promote and discover the latest market trends in the yachting industry. 590 international participating companies and approximately 165 yachts will be attending this year.

In 2016, a modest but proud contingent from Gibraltar were present at the show to promote Gibraltar. This year, a strong presence of local professionals, government representatives, the Gibraltar Port Authority and the Gibraltar Yacht Registry plan to represent and promote Gibraltar at a joint event organised by the Gibraltar Yachting Business Development Association (GYBDA) at the show 2017.

GYBDA is planning to hold an invitation event on board the 45-meter M/Y Pride yacht at the show. A delegation of associated members headed by Gilbert

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Licudi, the Minister for Tourism, Employment, Commercial Aviation and the Gibraltar Port Authority will be aboard for the event.

The main aim of the event is to promote the positive aspects that Gibraltar can offer the yachting world with the Minister presenting a talk titled “Update on Gibraltar Developments” for the more than 100 invited guests from the international maritime sector.

The event will promote Gibraltar within the show to key industry players such as lawyers, yacht brokers, yacht

management companies, shipbuilders, owner’s representatives, captains, yacht owners and more.

The GYBDA Gibraltar Monaco event is sponsored by GYBDA, the Gibraltar Port Authority, Gibraltar Yacht Registry and the Gibraltar Port Operators Association.

GYBDA was unofficially started early in 2015 and its founder members officially formed the association in 2016 with an elected board to represent its members.

For more, visit www.gybda.com and contact their chairman Mr Richard Felipes or any board member.

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ANNE, PRINCESS ROYAL TO VISIT GIBRALTAR HOUSE

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RH The Princess Royal, in her capacity as Patron of the Gibunco Gibraltar International Literary Festival, has graciously accepted an invitation from Her Majesty’s Government of Gibraltar to attend a reception at Gibraltar House in London on the evening of 16th October.

The event will mark Her Royal Highness’s continued Royal Patronage of the Festival and the intimate gathering will be an opportunity for The Princess Royal to meet some of those participating in and those involved with the 5th Gibunco Gibraltar International Literary Festival being held from 16 to 19th November.

This is a great honour and is a reflection on the quality of the festival and the hard work that goes into the event. This year’s festival will undoubtedly be a great success and the organisers are very grateful to

all the sponsors and partners for their continued support. The event is at the forefront of the government’s event-led tourism policy and the festival is clearly now of international renown.

The Chief Minister, Fabian Picardo said: “We should be very honoured that Her Royal Highness has agreed to attend a reception for the second time in her role as Patron. Of great significance is that The Princess Royal will be the first member of the Royal Family to visit Gibraltar House in London. I’m delighted to be able to welcome Her Royal Highness to our home in the United Kingdom. The Princess Royal’s commitment to the festival is a reflection of the quality of this event and the product of a dedicated team of hardworking people both in Gibraltar and in the UK that make this happen.”

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Sharon Garcia, over 28, just!

Proprietor at Piece of Cake

Charlotte Leslie, 29 Sales and Marketing at Reshape and Rumble

When you mentioned travel, my mind took off in a completely different direction. Rather than traditional and non-traditional methods, I have to go with time travel. If only I could do this, I would love to tell my younger self that all those baking hours, allnighters and hard work l put in, would one day pay off! It would have certainly made the blind faith I had less painful!

My favourite way to travel is on my bicycle. Not only do I get from A to B (and C and D too!), it also allows me to be environmentallyfriendly and fit in a cardio session. I would love one day to cycle to Tarifa and back.

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Heather MacGregor, 56 Joint CEO / Stall Holder at Serendipity Stitches, Ocean Village

Olwyn Forster, 80 Retired

With total freedom, fun and no licence required, I feel that a magic carpet would be ideal. With every journey turned into something magical and not having to think of parking, to me it would be a dream come true. Think purple, intricate designs, and if it comes with a magic lamp, all the better!

I’ve always loved living by the sea so my choice would be boats because I love them! I’d love to go anywhere and everywhere.

From cruise liners to yachts to harbour trips, the sense of freedom is provides, lightens the spirit in a heartbeat. If I were a couple of years younger, I’d certainly think about learning to sail or pilot a craft.

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Javan Pincho, 25 Junior Hairstylist at Classic Cuts

Alfie Matthew Fox, 8 Student at St Bernard’s and avid (and great) footballer!

Think Britney Spears’ Toxic meets the Ghost Rider and you have pretty much my ideal mode of travel! But not just any sort of motorbike, nothing less than a Harley Davidson in black (to match my black leathers) will do. With the distinctive sound of such classic motorbike and flames, the open road would be mine for the taking plus, of course, the admiring looks I’d get, would mirror the attention I deserve! I should mention that someone else would be doing the actual driving - I’ll just be faaabulous riding pillion on the back.

I’ve got two favourites - a tank and a helicopter. I already sort of know how to drive them because of the computer game I play. I’m quite good already because it’s what I do when I finish my football training. I think that learning to fly a real helicopter would be great because you’d be able to fly over the border queue and driving a real tank would mean you wouldn’t have any parking issues, because, let’s be honest, you could park anywhere!

William Finlayson, 50 GHA and Angel Nails Hair and Beauty Salon

Walter Hodgson, 76 Retired teacher/ Entrepreneur/Assistant Squirrel Collectables

I already possess the best way to travel – my grey 125cc bike. I couldn’t survive without “Him” (yes, it’s a he) especially here in Gibraltar and popping over the border for supplies. For six years, he’s been my everyday transport, my workhorse, my friend though he wasn’t happy when I put diesel in!!! I’ve made it up to him a little though as he now has his own personal parking area.

I admit I am a van man because I’ve always been a fairly practical person. I’ve never been frivolous so my rather ideal mode of transport has to be one that provides benefits to the family and the business, speed is not of the essence. I’ve owned a few vans in my time and being totally honest, at the moment, I am a white van man!

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INTRODUCING FOUNDATIONS – the newest instrument in Gibraltar’s financial toolkit

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strategy to reward employees. To a large s I get older, I confess that, on stuff, is it?” I had to admit that yes, trusts occasion, I hanker after the days are a significant part of the business but extent, all of these schemes require reguwhen I used to work in a bank. they are by no means the only thing we lated services where some form of trust is Life seemed so much get up to – hence “trust company” involved. easier in those days. When no longer fits the bill.

Traditional someone asked me what I did Of course, ‘trust companies’ are often able trusts are still for a living, I could swiftly reply, But what is a trust anyway, and to provide corporate services too. And widely used “I work in a bank”. That would are there other options? These when we set up companies for a client – for estate satisfy my inquisitor entirely and sometimes (but not always) in conjunction days, trusts are used in a mindbogplanning and gling range of situations requiring the conversation could move on. with a suitable trust – we tend to refer to succession them collectively as ‘structures’. And if you innovative, flexible but, above all, issues...

It wasn’t even that bad when I compliant solutions that meet clithink this makes us sound like a firm of first moved to Gibraltar all those ent needs. Traditional trusts are still architects, it may not surprise you to learn that the latest structure that years ago. I simply inserted ‘trust company’ widely used for estate planning and we can offer here in Gibraltar in place of ‘bank’ and that did the trick. succession issues, professional adThe roots of After all, everyone knows what a trust is, vice being essential at every stage. the foundation is known as a ‘foundation’. right? So a trust company must just deal go back to with trusts. What could be simpler?

Readers may recall that I have preThis type of arrangement has Roman law and been available elsewhere for viously written about special types to the Byzantine many years but, while the But the world moves on. These days, the of trusts used in pension planning and Canon law, ink on the enabling legislagroup for which I toil daily is more accusuch as QROPS, QNUPS and SIPP respectively. rately described as an ‘internationally reg(just a few of the many acronyms tion passed by the Gibraltar ulated financial services group’. Cue blank that inhabit our industry). Businessparliament is still drying, I thought I should attempt to explain stares. As someone said to me at a recent es can also establish their own corporate event, “So what’s that then? Trusts and pension schemes as part of a remuneration what precisely a foundation is and, more GIBRALTAR MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2017

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importantly perhaps, why it is that Gibraltar has waited until 2017 to introduce them.

In England and Wales, there was a conveyed back to the crusader on his resimilar legal concept, known as a turn – or to his rightful heirs if he did not. ‘trust’. Historians will tell you that the law of trusts was developed in Trusts and foundations may therefore have the 12th century at the time of the begun life in a very similar way but they Crusades. When a landowner left have diverged significantly in recent times. his home in England to join the The foundation structure as we know it toCrusades, he would convey the day really began in Liechtenstein in 1926, ownership of his land to a trusted which has since become the jurisdiction acquaintance. This ‘trustee’ would with the greatest tradition and success manage the estate and with foundations for private A foundation, pay and receive feudal purposes. dues, on the understanding unlike a that the ownership would be Panama established its own trust, has an version in the 1990s but for the independent common law jurisdictions with legal identity and holds assets which Gibraltar competes, trusts were overwhelmingly more popin its own name. ular. And herein lies the difficulty.

Many civil law jurisdictions are unaware of the concept of a trust, and, in many countries, trusts do not exist and are not recognised by law. As a result, anyone attempting to use a trust can encounter considerable difficulty in so doing.

When a landowner left his home in England to join the Crusades, he would convey the ownership of his land to a trusted acquaintance.

First, a brief history lesson.

The roots of the foundation go back, if one wants to look that far, to Roman law and to the Byzantine and Canon law, respectively. In Europe, the heads of families would hold assets for the benefit of present or future family members through an entailed estate – termed a fideicommissum.

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illegal, immoral or contrary to public policy. was particularly engaged in the drafting As long as the Foundation Charter permits, process. the purposes of the foundation can be amended, providing flexibility The Gibraltar Parliament approved in the event of future changes the Private Foundations Bill in March The of circumstances.

2017 and interested readers can purposes of a foundation find further details on the excellent The founder can take on cerwebsite at www.gibraltarlaws.gov. need not be tain powers – again this is gengi/bills.php. Minister for Commerce A foundation requires a ‘founder’, who is charitable erally more difficult for a settlor Albert Isola commented that Private the equivalent of a ‘settlor’ under a trust. and can be under trust law. These include Foundations had “long been on The founder is generally the person who very wide... the right to appoint or remove the wish list of those professionals transfers initial assets into the structure. members of the Foundation who advise their clients in complex The foundation is then set up and govCouncil, which manages and administers financial engineering”. He went on to say erned by a Foundation Charter, which details the purposes, beneficiaries and guard- the entity, makes distributions to the bene- that research had shown there to be an ficiaries and works to achieve the purposes international demand for the foundation. ian of the foundation, as well as the rules of the foundation. In Gibraltar, on how it should be administered. a licensed professional firm A copy of this document together He is not wrong. From my viewpoint, I am A foundation must be included as a member with other information must be delighted that we are now able to offer the requires a filed at Companies House where a ‘founder’, who is of the Council, offering immefoundation in Gibraltar. It gives us another diate reassurance to clients and valuable financial tool to attract internaRegister of Foundations is held. the equivalent beneficiaries of the foundation. tional families and business owners to use of a ‘settlor’ our financial centre. Now it is here, I very The purposes of a foundation under a trust.

The tax treatment of foundamuch look forward to using it. There’s just need not be charitable and can be tions is similar to that of Givery wide provided they are not one problem. What can I tell people now braltar companies – a 10% rate is applied when they ask me “so what is it that you only to profits or gains accrued or derived do again?” Life just keeps getting more in Gibraltar from any trade, profession complicated. or vocation. Only beneficiaries who are ordinarily resident in Gibraltar will be taxed in Gibraltar on distributions. This provides certainty to international clients and their advisers. framework. However, a foundation, unlike a trust, has an independent legal identity and holds assets in its own name. This means it can own and manage assets directly in ways that can be more difficult to arrange under a trust, which does not have a separate legal identity from its trustees.

I referred to other common law jurisdictions with which Gibraltar competes and several have now enacted some form of legislation for the establishment of foundations. Locally, the financial services industry has been discussing these issues with government for some time and the local branch of the professional body STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) GIBRALTAR MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2017

Ian Le Breton Corporate Services Director, Sovereign +350 200 76173 ilebreton@ SovereignGroup.com

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GOING GLOBAL

Ten-step checklist for achieving your expansion plans

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s any business operating in 2017 is aware, the modern marketplace is global. The ability to • trade and grow overseas offers strategic competitive advantage for any organisation looking to grow their revenues, diversify their risks and expand their target markets.

Gibraltar Whether your business has is a very small outgrown its foundations market and in the domestic market, any business or you have pinpointed looking to grow an overseas market with a exponentially lucrative gap your product must look could fill, taking your busiat markets ness global is an attractive beyond... prospect for future growth.

Some of the specific advantages presented by successfully growing globally include: •

You can extend the sales life of existing products and services by finding new markets to sell them in.

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You can reduce your dependence

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on the markets you have developed locally or in the United Kingdom If your business is plagued by destabilising fluctuations in the home market due to seasonal changes or demand cycles, you can even-out your sales by tapping markets with different or even countercyclical fluctuations.

MH Blands, and Easy Payment Gateway, to name a few. If you too are considering taking your business to the next level and going global, read our ten-step checklist for achieving your global expansion plans: 1. Decide where you want to grow

The world is your oyster; where have you set your sights on? Consider your long• You can exploit corporate techterm business goals and choose the locanology and know-how. tion that offers the best strategic advan• Finally, you’ll learn how tage; whether in terms of profit, customer base or establishing to compete against foreign Consider companies and even take the your long-term regional hubs for operational battle to them on their own business goals purposes. ground. and choose 2. Research your target market the location Gibraltar is a very small market that offers the Become an expert on your and any business looking to grow best strategic chosen location and its current exponentially must look at markets economic and socio-political advantage... beyond Gibraltar. Numerous conditions, competitors, cusGibraltar-based companies have tomer base. Try to find out how successfully expanded overseas including locals do business through networking or the Gibunco Group, the Bland Group, consulting local partners.

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3. Look at your business now - can you afford the operational impact?

Audit your business as it stands today alongside its performance in your home market; consider whether your current core business is strong enough to absorb the impact of expansion.

4. Consider timescales The timescales for your overseas set-up will vary depending on the location and route you choose to take and should be factored into planning; for example, work permit applications for expatriate staff can be lengthy.

7. Familiarise yourself with the law

Along with promise, going global carries an equally heavy load of peril. From chasing too Your plans must comply with local rules many opportunities to getting whacked by curand regulations; be mindful that they may rency fluctuations, distribution problems and differ from the laws of your home country the ability to manage customer service from and you may need professional advice. multiple markets. The business of international Consider tax, labour and immigration laws expansion has many threats that domestic-onas well as import and export regulations. ly business people never see. You can grab the brass ring of growth by going global, 8. Prepare an international It’s essential but only if you avoid the pitfalls. business plan to assess your

readiness and A highly useful way of familiarising yourself Start your campaign to with new markets, developing a network of grow by international commitment contacts in a foreign state and understandexpansion by preparing an to grow international business plan internationally ing some of the cultural differences and to evaluate your needs and before you get local preferences is by going on trade missions, business delegations and attending set your goals. It’s essential started. international trade exhibitions. One such to assess your readiness 5. Complete a cost analysis delegation will be going from Gibraltar to and commitment to grow Put simply; can you afford to do this and Israel this month (17th-19th October), led by internationally before you get started. what is the best-value the Gibraltar-Israel Chamber of Commerce. option available to you?

Try to find With the looming consequences of Brexit 9. Choose the right type of entity Expanding into a new loca- out how locals potentially ahead, now is the time to be proaction will open your product There are many different local in-coundo business tive and explore opportunities overseas. up to a new customer try entities with varying benefits, such through base, but keep in mind the as: LLC / LTDs (Limited Liability Companetworking logistical and operational ny) PLC (Public Limited Company); Joint or consulting costs and weigh this up Venture; Registered Office for Tax; against the potential profit. local partners.

Branch; Subsidiary. Ascertain which option is available to you locally and best 6. Explore financial/banking requirements suits the scope of your operations.

Tight financial processes will ensure your business maximises its profits; look into banking and foreign exchange charges and select the best financial products for your business needs. Check finance and taxation legalities to avoid unnecessary fines.

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10. Employ external partners, consultants and support Build a trusted support network of expert partners such as lawyers, accountants, recruiters, and business advisors.

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EZYLET STARTUP

A ground-breaking Gibraltar success story

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very company has its ambitions Furthermore, the tenant/landlord interface – some with wider horizons than is just one aspect of Ezylet’s offer. We also others. Most, if they’re provide a comprehensive package honest, would settle of services, Tennant ReferencEzylet is an for a little bit of growth and a ing, Rent Guarantor, mortgages, online portal steady profit. But we, at Ezylet, currency exchange and more. And which gives are aiming a little higher. We’re landlords with it’s this, the one-stop-shop nature planning on nothing less than a of Ezylet’s services that makes the properties and company unique. complete redefining of the UK tenants looking property rental market. for homes a Ezylet opened its Gibraltar base space to find Ezylet is an online portal which in 2013, attracted by the business each other... gives landlords with properties opportunities the peninsula proand tenants looking for homes vides. We decided to raise capital a space to find each other – direct and, for for a forthcoming Initial Public Offering prospective tenants, absolutely free.

(IPO) through Invesdor, the Helsinki-based It’s this, Nordic market leader in You’d be forgiven for thinking that this the one-stopequity crowd-funding. must have been tried before. But the fact shop nature of Its technology operates is that all three of the major UK letting Ezylet’s services transparently, securely sites – OnTheMarket, Rightmove and that makes the and conveniently to Zoopla – specifically bar private landlords company unique. speed up and facilitate from posting their property details; access the fundraising process. is exclusively reserved for estate agents.

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An initial target of £500,000 was reached in June 2017, but a further £250,000 was pledged before the funding project was brought to an end – a significant reflection of the potential that investors could see in our plans. The company’s Gibraltar base also gives it a perfect position to roll its business model out into other European countries when expansion plans kick in.

The gap in the market Ezylet see the UK as representing an untapped market in private rental – and the figures seem to back that opinion up.

Among UK landlords, around 75% own one to three properties which they see as long-term investments. The private landlord cohort is 1.5m strong, owning approximately 4.5m residences with an occupancy level of around eight million people.

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startup The person behind the portal I am highly experienced in the property market, with over 30 years as a landlord, investor and developer in residential and commercial markets in the UK and Ireland.

Backed by a similarly well-qualified team, I make no apologies for the scale of my ambition for Ezylet.

Did you know overseas students may need a guarantor to rent a property in the UK?

Of the total UK landlord population, around 40% manage their properties privately, and that’s where Ezylet target their activities, hoping initially to corner 4% of the market. The average lifetime of a tenancy agreement is 18 months, so there are something approaching three million new tenancies every year: a rich seam to mine.

Just for Gib

We’re just aiming to make things simple; bringing tenants and landlords closer together makes absolute sense. The current system is complicated and expensive for everyone involved, and the time is right for a simple no-nonsense, affordable alternative. We want Ezylet to become a byword, a household name for landlord and tenant activity. What Facebook has done for social media, we’d like to do for property rental.

We’re just Ezylet has already seen more than One Ezylet service might be of 135,000 properties successfully aiming to particular interest to anyone hosted and let since 2015, and heading off to study in the UK. make things The problem of renting accomsimple; bringing with 100,000 monthly visitors, their next target of 250,000 looks modation for students from tenants and easily attainable. The next five abroad is well-known; most landlords closer years will see plans for further landlords demand a UK-based together makes growth coming on-stream. parent or guardian to act as Legislation changes in the pipeline might absolute sense. guarantor. Without that, an admake the market even more eager to On average, a landlord who gets vance payment, often amounttake advantage of the Ezylet offer. In the on board with Ezylet will be around £1,000 ing to as much as the whole tenancy’s 2017 Queen’s Speech, the government a year better off because he or she will be rental, can be demanded, which can make announced plans for an outright ban on contacting tenants direct. the whole study process unaffordable. letting fees. Long a bone of contention, We believe that’s a comthese fees include payments for inventopelling reason why we’ll Ezylet’s Rent Guarantor product provides ries, references, lease renewals and agency become the natural home the answer. In one simple-to-use fees and can total as much of UK private letting. process, would-be students can aras £700.

One Ezylet range for Ezylet to act as their guarservice might antor, which makes the rental marFor more info, go to www.

With agencies no longer albe of particular ket an even playing field. And fees ezylet.com or look for us lowed to charge letting fees, are realistic enough – one month’s interest to on Facebook, Twitter and there is a likelihood that they anyone heading rental equivalent is the norm – to Instagram. will try to pass the costs on ease the financial pressure. off to study in to the landlords – fees form the UK. a significant part of agency income. This extra expense will force many landlords to looking elsewhere to advertise and manage their properties, and Ezylet’s low-fee or no-fee operation will seem even more attractive.

Any room for agents?

Another target in Ezylet’s sights is a part of the UK’s 15,000-strong estate agency network. Figures for posting property details on the main estate agent-only portals suggest that, on average, every single office faces a bill of between £500 and £1,000 every single month. With Ezylet prices for advertising, their maximum being just under £700 for a whole year, the company’s target of getting 10% of the letting agency market operating through their portal seems achievable.

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EMPLOYMENT REFERENCES What’s the point?

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information on where the person worked, ersonally, I don’t think employment name of someone you know who will say or character references are worth wonderful things about your personality, the dates of employment and what was the time spent requesting them someone who will enthusiastically endorse their previous role. If the person is not emand the time spent your team working, communicaployed when you interview or when you are ready to make an offer of employment, responding to them. tion or management skills. You are The type of not going to give the details of Jim, having sight of this form will give informareferences we How many times have you are talking about the supervisor who you have never tion on why they left their last role. really got along with. Be honest, been asked for references are not going to this is what most of us do.

So, in place of asking for references, I’d like on past employees this year? help you decide You have gone into your to suggest the following as better ways to whether to spend your time. personnel files to see when So, if that is the case, you have to employ or not. the individual started and left wonder why we bother asking for employment and you needed references. I know that some of Before you invite a candidate to an into remind yourself what their exact job title you are saying, “We have to check where terview, send them your company values was. You probably didn’t look to see if they new employees have been workor, if you prefer, the types of had any performance issues or what their ing before” or “in our industry, we behaviour you are looking for “Tell me absence record was like. After all, you are have to do background checks”. from your people. Ask them about a time never going to share that information in a I understand this, however, the to describe how their values when you used reference to another employer or recruittype of references we are talking or behaviour match with your your initiative to company’s values. You can then ment agency in case you are sued by the about are not going to help you solve a complex use their response as a discusex-employee. Does this sound familiar? decide whether to employ or not. problem.” sion piece at the interview. One What about when you apply for a role and A good habit is asking the potenlocal company I know has given candidates the option of filming a video CV you are asked to provide contact details tial new employee for a copy of the ETB as an alternative to traditional work history for your references? You provide the termination form because this will provide 30

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business type written one. You could offer this to candidates as an option to respond to your values question. An example of a values focused question could be; “tell me about a time when you used your initiative to solve a complex problem.”

How about using a personality test before you offer the role? There are a number of tests available – peoplemaps, Myers Briggs and Thomas that can all supply an accurate insight into how people may behave at work, thus giving you a better picture of the candidate when recruiting. I have been using the Myers Briggs Type Indicator successfully for more than ten years to assess how individuals communicate, to understand their motivation and their preferences for ideal work environments.

Using personality testing can help Using match your candidates with the job personality profile more effectively.

testing can help

Another useful way to determine if match your your candidate is ‘The One’ is to play candidates with because he chose to drive traffic accident. I felt under pressure, howout scenarios that are based as much the job profile in this morning and there ever, I believe it gave me the opportunity as possible on real events. Be careful more effectively. is a huge queue at the to show I could be cool and calm in a crisis. how you come up with scenarios as border. His has a potential some of the more inventive people new client arriving in 15 minutes to hear And lastly, there is no fail-safe way to I have worked with in the past have been an overview of the service the company know a candidate is a perfect fit for your very creative. Some scenarios have includcan provide. He asks if you can host this company so remember to consider a ed “all of your colleagues being killed in a meeting by making the client comfortable probation period, a three to six month plane” or “the building being flooded by a and being ready to speak with the client window of opportunity for you to decide massive tidal wave”. Too much television I think! Consider what this person will be re- about our business.” Scenarios like this give if you have chosen well. During this time, a great insight into how the candidate opit is vital for you to closely and continualquired to do on a regular basis and design erates under pressure and how resourceful ly monitor, measure and assess the new a role-play that simulates normal workthey are. More importantly, have they employee’s fit with your company values. ing life. See how the candidate interacts done their homework on your company? I Question if their behaviour fits with what with others, how they react to problems, once applied for the role of the role requires. If there is any whether they are able to give you wellan emergency operator with doubt, then this feedback should thought out solutions in a short period.

Waiting the police. At my interview be shared immediately so that the for three they asked me to answer an An example of a scenario could be: “your months to pass new person is given the chance to emergency call from a road be successful in the role. Waiting for colleague has called to say he is delayed before sharing three months to pass before sharing feedback is not feedback is not realistic or fair.

realistic or fair.

Remember you can always provide a reference to the employee when they leave so that you are not dealing with requests on an ad-hoc basis. Requesting employment references? Well, that’s your choice.

Sylvia Kenna Director The HR Dept. +350 5403 5987 sylvia@thehrdept.gi GIBRALTAR MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2017

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words | Richard Cartwright old photos | Tito Vallejo

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ber of attempts have been made to get t’s true to say surely, a lot of us enjoy and the obvious one next door in La Linea them going again: we’ve had them on the visiting street markets. In London; frequented by many of us on a Wednesboulevard in Line Wall Road, north of the Camden Market, Petticoat day, ‘El Miercole Loco!’ So, with all Lane and Portobello spring those markets, souks, bazaars and Leisure Centre, running along the north Will it be to mind but there are others, stalls floating around in my head, I side of John Mackintosh Square, in Cannon Germany, Lane, by the Public Market on Fish Market and when on holiday in Europe ask myself: ‘where is ours?’

Austria, one in Road and even at Camp Bay. Those are or anywhere else, a trip to the a few that come to mind, however, there local flea market and a stroll a Scandinavian In the 1900s, there was a daily through the stalls is a must, are one or two smaller markets where Jewish Market set up in John country or invariably stopping to purchase collectors’ arts and crafts or individuals’ Mackintosh Square – formerly the perhaps a trip unwanted goods at car boot sales are up an item or two. Yuletide is apPiazza and even earlier, known across the pond for sale, which are held regularly around proaching, Christmas markets as Commercial Square to a market in the city and seem to be doing can be found everywhere these or, ‘El Martillo’ during New York?

In the quite well, if they weren’t, they’d days and no doubt, many on those years: ‘El Mar1900s, there close shop and go home wouldn’t the Rock are already planning tillo’ or The Hammer, they? St Andrews Church have to choose which one to visit this year; will was also a place where public was a daily it be Germany, Austria, one in a Scandinaauctions were held and as a Jewish Market one every now and then, there’s vian country or perhaps a trip across the ‘flea market’ selling antiques, set up in John also a Sunday market at Ocean Village and a very successful car pond to a market in New York? Christian curios and any number of items.

Mackintosh boot sale at Morrison’s car park festivals and celebrations aside, there It ran for many years up to the Square... would be something amiss on my part if is held periodically organised by outbreak of WW2 in 1939. So the Rotary Club. We also have the I failed, whilst on the subject of street or what happened to the street second-hand charity shops in Irish Town by outdoor markets, to mention the often market tradition on the Rock where everySterling Travel and the Club House charity visited markets or ‘souks’ in Tangier and es- where else the custom has continued to outlet in Wellington Front. pecially Marrakech, the ones up the coast exist and, it seems, flourish! Well, a numGIBRALTAR MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2017

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Tony Rocca organises a Saturday morning Paintings and Arts and Crafts set-up in Casemates Square which, despite there being provision for 14 well-presented stalls, rarely pulls off a ‘full house...!’ “I put in a lot of work during the years talking to Culture Ministers and eventually got it up and running.” It seems successive governments had been reluctant to allow a market set-up because of the scruffy state many of them were in, selling everything under the sun. “Here, we have identical

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tables with matching umbrellas, only selling ly no intentions of giving up. Charles Culatto has been at it for many years chasing paintings and handicrafts, and everyone cleans up when they leave. You would be antiques and old pieces of furniture from surprised how many people apmany households and stores; “I proach the stalls and often purwas involved in the ‘Anything “I put in a lot Goes’ store in City Mill Lane chase an item, especially when of work during the cruise ships are in port.” many years ago and I’ve set the years talking up a number of stalls in Horse to Culture Barrack Court. I also ran the There is another individual, howBoulevard market where 120 Ministers and ever, who’s determined to get the ‘traditional street market ball eventually got it individuals came on board and rolling’ once again with absoluteup and running.” had stalls. I’ve always been interested in antiques and curios and I’m sure things can pick up again.” Charlie’s had his eye on Turnbull’s Lane - off Main Street up by the Venture

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Inn and Khubchands at the other end - for we no longer require. Some of us already and that’s what I’m sure would give the a long time and has eventually started to set up at the Morrison’s car park boot sales market a boost – more antiques.” And you move in, “Yes, it’s been a slow when they take place, so I’m sure certainly can’t say Charlie doesn’t give start but slowly but surely, I’m the more entrepreneurial amongst it a real try, he’s very enthusiastic about “I’ve always sure we can make a go of it. us would consider having a weekthe prospects of an up and running street been interested The lane has been spruced up ly, twice-weekly or permanent market, if not in Turnbull’s Lane, elsewhere in antiques and over many months and there’s stall in an appointed area for a in town. curios and I’m more to do with one or two street market; “This is our second sure things can year here. You only developments on the cards and So, will we one day have a pick up again.” need to pay £2.50 a couple of businesses starting permanent street market just like “You only need up here also. It’s a good place for your licence fee, everywhere else in the world, to pay £2.50 to start because it’s out of the way right storage is provided and I can or could one of the reasons for for your licence here, literally just off Main Street.” provide you with everything them being so short lived on the fee, storage is you need. I’m joined by just Rock be, that being such a small provided and I Ian and Francis at present but To my mind, one of the key factors in makcommunity living so close to one can provide you I’m sure more will come. At ing it a success is whether governments another and everyone knowwith everything the moment, we’re setting up come on board also, offering support by ing everyone else prevents us on Tuesdays and Thursdays, you need.” laying down rules with smart, standardised from wanting to be seen buying selling second hand home stalls, advertising and simply encouraging second hand items – other than possessions and knick knacks, the idea to evolve. So many of us have antiques – like clothing and other but on occasions, I display some antiques items of clothing and other bits and pieces goods? Charlie’s not giving up. Good luck!

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HATTERSLEY MIX-UP Lord Hattersley of Sparkbrook, P.C., F.R.S.L

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constituency and on the 16 October 1964 oy Hattersley, 84, was born in After graduating, he worked for a Sheffield was elected by a majority of 1,254 votes.

Sheffield in the West Riding of steelworks and then, for two years, with Yorkshire. His parents were Enid the Workers’ Educational Association. In He remained member for this constituency Brackenbury and 1956, he married Molly Loughran who until he stood down on the 1 May 1997.

Despite being a Republican, he accepted a Frederick Hattersley. His went on to become a head-teacher Roy was a peerage and sat in the House of Lords until mother died aged 96 and and educational administrator.

They socialist and he retired in 2015 or, as this is not perwas Lord Mayor of Sheffield were divorced in 2013 after 57 years supporter of 1981-82 and his father at of marriage but had been separated for mitted, he is deemed to be on extended the Labour various times a police offifive years. Later that year, he married leave of absence. He said, after 18 years as Party as soon Maggie Pearlstine, his literary agent. a peer, that ‘the House of Lords is a vastly cer, clerk at Sheffield Town as he was out inferior institution and goes against the Hall and chairman of the of shorts. idea of equality. How can it be equal if all council’s Health committee.

In 1956, he was elected to the Sheffield the new Lords are chosen by the Prime City Council as Labour representative Minister. In principle it is wrong’.

Roy was a socialist and supporter of the for Crookesmoor and was apLabour Party as soon as he was out of pointed a Justice of the Peace.

“The House Hattersley has always been a shorts. He won a scholarship to ShefHis ambition was to be elected of Lords is a field City Grammar School and then read an M.P. but his first attempt in vastly inferior fervent supporter of Sheffield Wednesday. He hit the headlines economics at the University of Hull. Whilst 1959 in the Sutton Coldfield institution and in 1996 when ‘Buster’, a mongrel there, he joined the Socialist Society and constituency was not successful. goes against whose father was a German Shepwas responsible for changing its name to Hattersley believed in perseverthe idea of herd and mother a Staffordshire the Labour Club. He became treasurer and ance and during the next three equality.”

Bull Terrier and who had been adchairman and went on to chair the Nationyears applied to be the Labour opted the previous year from the al Association of Labour Student Organisacandidate in 25 constituencies.

Brent Animal Shelter, attacked and killed a tions. He was elected to the executive of In 1963, he became the candidate for the International Union of Socialist Youth. the multi-racial Birmingham Sparkbrook goose in St James’s Park. He pleaded guilty 36

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life to the charges and was fined £25 for letting Buster off the lead and £50 for letting him kill the goose.

Ironically, for most of his 33 years in the House of Commons, he was in Opposition.

Upon entry in 1964, he was a high flyer and he soon became the Parliamentary Private Secretary to Margaret Herbison, the Minister for Pensions and in 1967, he was a Junior Minister under Ray Gunter at the Ministry of Labour.

6 April 1968-15 July 1969 Under-Secretary of State for Employment, Prime Minister Harold Wilson 15 July 1969-19 June 1970 Minister of Defence for Administration, Prime Minister Harold Wilson.

He pleaded guilty to the charges and was fined £25 for letting Buster off the lead and £50 for letting him kill the goose.

4 May 1973-5 March 1974 Shadow Secretary of State for Education and Science, Leader Harold Wilson.

7 March 1974-10 September 1976 Minister of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, Prime Minister Harold Wilson.

10 September 1976-4 May 1979 Secretary of State for Prices and Consumer Protection, Prime Minister James Callaghan. He was appointed a privy councillor in 1975.

14 July 1979-4 November 1980 Shadow Secretary of State for Environment, Leader James Callaghan.

31 October 1983-18 July 1987 Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, Leader Neil Kinnock.

13 July 1987-25 July 1992 Shadow Home Secretary, Leader Neil Kinnock.

In 1983, after Michael Foot’s resignation, he stood in the leadership election with John Smith as his campaign manager. Neil Kinnock won and appointed Hattersley as deputy leader.

Deputy Leader of the Labour Party 2 October 1983-18 July 1992, Leader Neil Kinnock.

In 1993, he said that he would not stand at the next general election in 1997.

On the Rock, Roy Hattersley became one of the most reviled British politician alongside Tony Blair, Jack Straw and Peter Hain. The Hattersley Memorandum, published in 1976, become part of Gibraltar’s history. The Foreign Secretary, at the time of the publication of the Memorandum was Anthony Crosland.

the party and gave Gordon Brown his total support. One of his most quoted sayings is “Blair’s government is not the Labour Party I joined”. He is also a leading advocate of the comprehensive education system.

In 2003, Lord Hattersley was elected a Lord Hattersley has been a prolific writer Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature. and is the author of three novels and several biographies including a 700 page tome He is also an honorary Doctor of Letters at the Anglia Ruskin University. He has been on David Lloyd George, another on John Visiting Fellow of Harvard’s Institute of Wesley the Methodist leader and one on Politics and also Nuffield College, Oxford.

William and Catherine Booth, founders of the Salvation Army. He is a frequent contributor to the press and has enjoyed regu- He became known to many millions of Britons when on the 4 June 1993, he lar columns in the Daily Mail, the Guardian and political magazines. He is also a prolific failed to appear on ‘Have I got news for you’ for the third time having accepted the broadcaster frequently appearing in proinvitation. He was to have been grammes such as Question Time One of his a member of Paul Merton’s team and Any Questions?. Politically, and was replaced as a tub of lard most quoted he has been an ardent and longcredited as being the Rt Hon Tub standing supporter of the comsayings of Lard M.P. mon market and Britain’s role is “Blair’s in the European Union. When government is th New Labour came to power, he not the Labour His 26 published work is ‘The Catholics – The Church and its moved to attack from the left of Party I joined” People in Britain and Ireland from with his first wife Molly Loughran

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life the Reformation to the Present Day”. The 596 pages deal with the three hundred years that followed the Act of Supremacy, which by making Henry VIII head of the Church, confirmed in law the breach with Rome. English Catholics were prosecuted, persecuted and penalised for the public expression of their faith. Even after the passing of the emancipation acts, Catholics were still the victims of institutional discrimination.

Lord Hattersley admits to preferring St John Fisher to St Thomas More and Cardinal Manning to Cardinal Newman.

The survival of Catholicism in Britain is the triumph of more than simple faith. It is the victory of moral and spiritual unbending certainty. Catholicism survives because it does not compromise. It is a characteristic that excites admiration in even a hardened atheist.

Lord Hattersley was such an atheist. He started and finished the history as an atheist despite becoming a close friend of Cardinal Vincent Nichols during the years spent researching.

The priest and bride ran away together, eventually marrying after Enid’s husband’s death...

As far as he knew, his father was a local government official but ten days after his death, when Roy was approaching 40, he opened a condolence letter from Father William Ellis (who became the Bishop of Nottingham) which began ‘as you will know, we were at the English College in Rome together and were young priests in the diocese of which I became bishop’.

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miner and performed the wedding ceremony. Two weeks later, the priest and bride ran away together, eventually marrying after Enid’s husband’s death, and for 45 years until Frederick’s death ‘lived in bliss’.

Lord Hattersley was amazed that he is regarded as the most despised politician on the Rock, all the more after he read the relevant pages in Bob Peliza’s biography and Adolfo Canepa’s autobiography. He was equally surprised to be told that the word Hattersley Memorandum had entered Gibraltar’s history.

with his new pet Jakie

Xiberras complained to the Governor and Sir John Grandy tried to placate him by pointing out that Hattersley had given a personal view resulting from his visit and had not been making an official statement of British government policy’.

Canepa writes, ‘during a visit to London in September 1976, Sir Joshua Hassan and Maurice Xiberras met with Roy Hattersley to discuss the constitutional proposals that had been sent to the FCO. Just before their departure, they were given a memorandum, which I (Canepa) clearly remember the head of the Gibraltar department subsequently telling us that the memorandum had been handed to Roy Hattersley for his approval just before he boarded a train for his constituency... The Hattersley Memorandum represented a major crisis for Gibraltar and its people’. By this time, the Foreign Secretary was Anthony Crosland.

He said that the memorandum had been written in 1976 by a senior civil servant, approved by the foreign secretary. The previous year, as Minister of State, he flew to Gibraltar on a routine familiarisation visit when James Callaghan was foreign secretary. He remembers, in 1976, being There is considerable discrepancy between told by a Gibraltarian fellow diner at The Lord Hattersley’s account and those Gay Hussar that Sir of Gibraltar’s politicians. It would Joshua Hassan had won Lord Hattersley the election which was was amazed that appear that on Hattersely’s 1995 familiarisation visit, he was nobbled excellent news. he is regarded as by certain Gibraltarians and persuadthe most despised ed that integration was a non-starter.

In ‘Fortress to Democrapolitician on the This is expounded on during his incy’, Francis Cantos writes, Rock... terviews on the Rock. Upon returning ‘On the 24 September to London, his comments were seized 1975, Roy Hattersley upon by officials in the FCO and subsevisited the Rock on a familiarisation trip. quently became the Hattersley MemoranVerbally, he closed the integration option dum of 1976. thus inflicting a grievous wound on Xiberras’s IWBP. Hattersley was convinced that No wonder Lord Hattersley is confused the integration idea should be snuffed out today as to the sequence of events and his once and for all and he said so in unmiscontribution to the infamous Memorantakable terms at his press conference and dum. interviews on TV and radio.

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MIRACLE OF DELIVERANCE Gibraltar was General’s reward for Dunkirk retreat

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ibraltar must have seemed like a dream posting after the hell of Dunkirk but General Gort was a soldier of action and he accepted the new position with reluctance rather than desire.

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frontier. Alas, the poorly equipped and trained British and French were no match for the Germans and their ‘Blitzkreig’ tactics spearheaded by formidable Panzer tank divisions. The Allies were soon pushed back to the coast of northGort was a key west France and were preparing for a questionable counter-attack, when architect of the B.E.F. Commander-in-Chief, and that miracle future Governor of Gibraltar, General but he receives John Lord Gort, made the most vital no credit in the decision of his military career.

Ironside duly presented Gort with the order from the War Cabinet that insisted that the 250,000 remaining men of the B.E.F. should march south to Amiens, attacking all enemy forces encountered on the way and take up station to the left of the French Army.

This summer’s hit war movie In his book Man of Valour (Collins 1972), Dunkirk, directed by ChrisJ. R. Colville wrote: “Gort viewed the topher Nolan, has brought situation quite differently. Seven of his a renewed interest in the nine divisions were holding the line of the evacuation of Dunkirk, a new movie.

Scheldt (in Olde English it means shallow), humiliating defeat, which where a full-scale German attack thanks to the Royal Navy Keeping to his reputation was imminent. How was he, with and hundreds of small boat owners was as a front-line officer, Gort esDunkirk gets neither ammunition nor food in transformed into what Winston Churchill tablished his headquarters at you involved called the “miracle of deliverance”. General Arras in the heart of the battle immediately and plentiful supply, to disengage on his front and, while fighting a reGort was a key architect of that miracle but zone. It was there that he reis so fast paced arguard action against the strong he receives no credit in the new movie. ceived General Ironside, Chief it grips your German forces which would of the Imperial General Staff. attention from pursue him across the Scheldt, do Ironside had been Governor The British Expeditionary Force was sent start to finish. battle with the armoured divisions of Gibraltar from 12th August to help the French stem the advance of 1938 until 1st July 1939 and blocking his retreat? And what of the German Army which had swiftly overthe French and Belgian armies on his flank, had expected to be made C.I.C of the powered Poland and was amassing troops neither of them, he already felt sure, in B.E.F. only to be superseded by Gort. and armour along the Belgian/French GIBRALTAR MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2017

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history evacuees. Nolan’s film is a kind of trilogy solidly built, balding Cyril Raymond (1899 where he brings together the fates of a – 1973) who was a good physical match. soldier, an RAF pilot and a civilian boat Raymond was usually cast as the dependowner. Dunkirk is a short film by modern able, professional man but he also played standards, one hour and 47 minutes, and the cuckolded husband of Celia Johnson in it gets you involved immediately and is so the classic romantic war film Brief Encounfast paced it grips your attention ter (1946).

“The Prime from start to finish.

Minister did Was Operation Dynamo, named I saw Nolan’s Dunkirk on an IMAX not forget Gort, for the dynamo room in the big screen, which with the larger nor did he ever Dover Cliffs that served as than life visuals and clear, loud speak ill of him evacuation headquarters, a sound served the movie well. or denigrate his success or failure? Churchill The 1958 Dunkirk I watched on had hoped that 30,000 troops achievements...” could be rescued but under the my computer, and although there were some interesting similarities leadership of General Gort and with Dunkirk 2017, there were considerAdmiral Ramsay 338,226 were evacuated able differences and this time General Gort (198,229 British, 139,997 French, Polish & receives meaningful treatment.

Belgian). Many were saved by the bravery of the troops left behind, facing certain death or capture, to fight a delaying action.

The 1958 Dunkirk, directed by Leslie By comparison, the bombing and strafing Norman, was filmed in black and white of exposed soldiers on the beaches, graphand starred John Mills, Richard AttenborChurchill talking to Lord Gort, in a French chateau ically portrayed in both movies, claimed ough and Brendan Lee. The movie centres in 1939 ahead of Dunkirk 3,500 lives. Another 1,000 French civilians around Corporal ‘Tubby’ Binns, played by died in Dunkirk itself. no position to make a fighting get away?

Mills, leading a small group of men sepaIt was, he told Ironside, an order that as rated form their unit. Attenborough and commander-in-chief he Lee play civilian boat owners who Overall, the British Expedition sent to defound impracticable to obey.” volunteer their boats and manage to fend France was a comprehensive failure.

Overall, persuade the Naval officer in charge The B.E.F. suffered 68,000 casualties and the British abandoned 65,000 vehicles, 2,500 artillery to let them sail their craft to the So, at 6:30 pm on ThursExpedition guns and 68,000 tons of ammunition. day, 25th of May 1940, the sent to defend evacuation site. This is a more tradiA total of 445 tanks were destroyed or biggest decision of the war tional war movie with segments from France was a captured. The Navy lost six destroyers, five to date fell to the proud and newsreels, bursts of patriotism (Bud comprehensive (Flanagan and Chesney Allen sing minesweepers, eight transports and two brave* (See note) General failure. hundred lesser craft.

Gort, born 10th July 1886 as We’re Going to Hang Out the Washing John Standish Surtees Penon the Siegfried Line), interaction with dergast Vereker. Colville wrote that Gort loved ones and representations of life on In the 1958 Dunkirk film the Brendan Lee “outnumbered and outgunned but not the home front with film of Ramsgate, character complains, “What a shambles outwitted… saved the whole British ExpeLondon and the Thames. we’ve made of this whole rotten affair”. In ditionary Force from death and captivity.” the 2017 version, surviving troops, embarrassed at turning tail, are surprised to be The scenes concerning Gort take place greeted warmly back home.

As mentioned above, Gort is left out of in his headquarters at Arras and show the the 2017 version of Dunkirk, not out of him making the decision to evacuate malice but because in his directing, Nolan the troops via Dunkirk. Included in the Gort found himself both a hero and a goat pays little heed to events away from the dialogue is Vice Admiral Bertram Ramsay, and without a command. Churchill was battle and instead concentrates on the who was head of Royal Navy operations steadfast in his support. Colville wrote: feelings and actions of the fighters and the for the evacuation. Gort is played by the “The Prime Minister did not forget Gort, nor did he ever speak ill of him or denigrate his achievements; but there was no command available and events were moving too fast for much time or thought at 10 Downing Street to be devoted to the worries of an unemployed general.”

The War Cabinet sat silent but there were whispers in private clubs and backbiting senior officers made scathing remarks.

General Noel Mason-Macfarlane openly voiced his contempt and General Alan Brooke sneeringly referred to Gort as the “lance-corporal”. Even prominent civilians like George Bernard Shaw and H. G. Wells spoke out against the general.

British High Commissioner Lord Gort accompanied by Mayor Avraham Krinitzi on a visit to Ramat Gan, 1945.

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history tenant in the Grenadier Guards, crashed a motorcycle and suffered a concussion.

A few days later, he blew his brains out.

Another son Joceyln had died in infancy.

Gort’s only other child was a daughter, Jacqueline (1914-1962).

At this point, Gort would have accepted any appointment that took him back near the firing line but Churchill, after consultation with Colonial Secretary Lord Moyne and Captain Margesson of the War Office, offered him the Governorship of Gibraltar.

It was made clear to Gort that this did not signal the end of his military career.

In his heart Gort didn’t believe them and considered himself to be in disgrace – a colonial governorship, with a direct command of only three battalions, was the last thing he wanted. He considered the posting a “Face-saving way of pensioning him off”, but he was determined to make the most of it.

On 7th May 1941, General Sir Clive Liddell, who resented being replaced, made way for Gort at Gibraltar’s famous Governor’s residence the Convent. Liddell had done his best to strengthen the defences of Gibraltar but Gort was determined to make the Rock impregnable. Colville wrote: “In particular he turned his mind to the inadequacy of the airstrip. He was sure that sooner or later an attack would be mounted against the Axis Powers through the Mediterranean. In that event no mere airstrip, but a landing ground capable of receiving fleets of heavy bombers and transports would be almost as important as the navy base itself.”

The British Government, concerned that any improvements would upset the Spanish, did not share Gort’s enthusiasm. But one of Gort’s strong points was that he got on well with the Spanish He and with their approval, he Edmund Ironside

Lord Gort VC and No.2 Commando senior officers

went ahead with the airport expansion.

Using the soil excavated by the Canadians, who were busy burrowing miles of tunnels into the great limestone edifice, the runway was extended onto land reclaimed from the sea.

At Gibralar, Gort, now 55, maintained his ‘fighting’ fitness and in February 1942, proudly stated, “I got round our stormtroop course in the allotted time, up and down the Rock, climbing rope ladders, etc. and at the end charging and clambering over a 7’6” concrete wall”.

Spitfires and the strategic placement of anti-aircraft guns, helped save the island.

For his efforts, he was promoted to Field Marshall.

The British Government, concerned that any improvements would upset the Spanish, did not share Gort’s enthusiasm.

Gort’s final posting was as High Commissioner of Palestine but by now, he was terminally ill and was forced to return to Britain.

On 31st March 1946, he died of liver cancer at Guy’s Hospital, London. Whatever else can be said of him, for better or worse, his decision to retreat to, and evacuate from Dunkirk saved the lives of thousands of soldiers.

The General’s embracement of stoicism extended to his guests, and visitors were subjected to fast-paced tours of the Gibraltar defences followed by hours of standing through lengthy discussions in unheated (at Gort’s insistence) rooms.

considered the posting a “Facesaving way of pensioning him off”, but he was determined to make the most of it.

Despite, or possibly because of, his rigorous lifestyle, Gort was soon worn out and it was decided “…a successor was required to invigorate the defenders and sustain the courage of the population”. A year to the day of his arrival, 7th May 1942, General Lord Gort was taken away by flying boat and replaced as Governor by one of his more high-ranking detractors General Mason-MacFarlane.

When he was sufficiently recovered, Gort was appointed Governor of Malta which at the time of his arrival was under constant siege from the bombing of the Luftwaffe.

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environment words | Lewis Stagnetto, The Nautilus Project

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION How far is far enough?

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employ this strategy to protect octopus rotection is always a hot topic No animal or plant is specifically protected during their breeding season. This allows these days. People from various from fishing, rather, if they remain within walks of life clamber to associate designated borders they are safe. This them to get on with the important task themselves with all kinds of moveoption has worked particularly well in of ensuring the next generation are born before any removal takes place. ments; Save the Whales, Galapagos and the Azures as it Save the Oceans, Save tends to preserve the ecosystem Bunkering vessels the Planet! These enviprovided the area is large enough.

The common theme with these strategies also generate the ronmentalist movements The thinking behind this is that is that they look at limiting a localised most noise which all seek to raise awareany excess life which seeks shelter activity within a specific area or time frame can interfere ness and protect someoutside the reserve is fair game for and most people would probably agree with cetacean thing which is at risk, people to harvest. that this is good initial step. But, how far communications... typically from ourselves should this protection be implemented and or our own activities. For Another approach is to target the how do we differentiate between activities my part, I am happy to put my hand up and animal specifically under threat. Locally, we which are simply harmful to the environassociate myself with these groups but as ment and activities that have a have a tuna fishing season a marine biologist, I always try to balance negative impact on the animals window which only allows Our local pods at what point do we reach the optimum but which can provide useful certain techniques to be used are being forced level of protection for a given cause withconservational data, like tag and during a specific hunting winfurther and further release fishing? out it slipping into ideological positions. dow or tonnage quota. This out into the Strait approach limits hunting activto seek some ities and hence the damage Some people will advocate for complete Taking the cetacean protocol peace and quiet. protection of everything. Marine reserves done to the local populations as an example; Gibraltar has (MR), marine protected areas (MPA) or to certain periods of the year. a well-regulated dolphin and areas of special scientific interest (ASSI) The other option is hunting bans during whale programme to protect these magcritical times in the animals life-cycle. We are all examples of this kind of thinking. nificent creatures from human activities.

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environment Local operators adhere to a cetacean protocol which limits approach vectors, speeds and harassment based on specific animal behaviours. Our operators are expected to monitor the animals behaviour during the encounter and to cut it short if required. All great stuff in principle. But in practice, this protocol cannot possibly be applied to commercial vessels whom might enter the bay for bunkering services effectively making these vessels exempt.

Bunkering vessels also generate the most noise which can interfere with cetacean communications and at present levels, is one of the main environmental concerns for these animals. With so much bunkering activity in the bay, our local pods are being forced further and further out into the Strait to seek some peace and quiet.

In these circumstances, does the cetacean protocol go far enough? Should bunkering activity also be limited in Gibraltar’s bay?

If we were to implement a change like this, the financial How is the implications to our econobalance reached cost to declining industry. Australia’s further protect the reef. Suddenly, a natural my would be clear as day; Great Barrier Reef sees millions of resource like the Great Barrier Reef, is probetween notwithstanding that those divers every year and not all of the viding people with jobs whilst paying for its environmental ships would probably just operators necessarily adhere to the own protection, which is enforced by the impacts and seek bunkering services from guidelines verbatim. As a result, very people whose jobs depend on it. our economic our neighbour’s opposite. coral can be damaged by interests?

Fundamentally, how is the divers without the proper Can this work in Gibraltar? Sure Do we value balance reached between training crashing into the it can, but not if we heavily our natural environmental impacts and our economic reef. This is harmful locally, to environment or restrict access to the resource. interests? Further, how often would we that particular coral, but when What sense does that make in good economics, need to adjust that balance, one way or looking at the effect across an environment where most of because it will the other, as the data continuously rolls in? the whole reef, eco-tourism the damage is coming from the become almost commercial activities rather than suddenly becomes profitable. impossible to One way that works is to employ eco-tour- This extra money can also serve recreational ones? This is not to choose both... ism as an effective way of offsetting the as the investment vehicle to say that recreational activities should not be controlled mind you, rather, that presently, the restrictions on commercial activities are almost nil.

Sadly, commercial activities are set to rise which will exert more pressure on the environment and reducing its abundance and diversity. With time, this will further reduce our ability to introduce eco-tourism to our shores. So, as a community, there is an important question to be asked here; do we value our natural environment or good economics, because it will become almost impossible to choose both and, as always, the choice we make will determine the type of coastline we pass on to our children.

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POLLUTION WATCH Gibraltar’s inconvenient truth

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ibraltar has consistently been outcomes, we need lots of data. Not just air pollution: “PM2.5 in some monitorfound in breach of the European air pollution though. We need plenty of ing stations across the Bay (particularly Union annual mean limits for health related statistics and in a way that Campamento and San Roque region) were nitrogen oxide for over a decade, researchers will be able to access easily. found to be very elevated. In the recent as well as the World Health OrganisaWithout statistics, we have little to go on. past, the Spanish government has stopped tion limits for PM10 (particulate matter).

Both to provide data for studies but in publishing PM2.5 data and that also PollutionWatch Gibraltar is a platform order to ascertain the level of the problem gives great rise for concern. The ESG had on Facebook that intends on and how to target it. The current been calling for PM2.5 monitoring in the “We need increasing public awareness of monitoring system is very inadewestern part of Gib for years. It’s a priority our poor air quality – “I set the quate in this respect... We don’t so that we can see if this transboundary plenty of page up two years ago after pollution is affecting our population. It health related have real time PM2.5 monitoring feeling terribly frustrated and and that is shocking, especially in frustrates me to see Dr Cortes say he will statistics and impotent as to the state of our the light of new studies that link call for an epidemiological study but then in a way that air quality for many years...”

PM2.5 with mortality and increased fails to improve the database via monitorresearchers Marillis Azzopardi states; “The risk of heart disease and stroke”. ing so that in years to come, researchers will be able to situation was getting worse and may have material to draw upon”. access easily.” This all seems very not improving with regards to “The current data availability and reliability”. alarming, though perhaps The frustration that Pollutionmonitoring not a huge shock in light of the Watch express seems like a jussystem is very “One of my main reasons for starting this bunkering at the bay, motor tified one. Indeed, it is surprising inadequate in group has to do with data. Data is so imvehicle usage in Gibraltar, and that the findings have not caused this respect...” portant in order to be able to quantify the the infamous Franco-era refinery a more widespread uproar. “The effects of air pollution. If we want to conin the Campamento area. I wonpublic response has been a bit duct an epidemiological or any other type dered how much responsibility, if any, the disappointing (although lately it’s picked of study that sets out to look at health Spainsh government had taken regarding up a bit) but not unexpected. It pretty

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environment much happens the world over. One reason is because pollution is mostly an invisible problem and if people can’t see and experience the effects, they’re less likely to even be aware that there is an issue. Overt respiratory symptoms are easy to link with air quality, especially if you can smell that the air is not good.

“However, with things like heart disease, strokes, birth defects, cancer and dementia, people don’t realise that there is also a link unless they’re quite well-informed.

Another reason may be because people feel powerless to do anything about it.

So they may see no point in worrying and focusing on something over which they feel they have no control”.

The latter concern is a vital point and one that speaks volumes. If there is a feeling of powerlessness over such a critical issue for living generations and those to come, how is there any hope of progress? There must be a form of public empowerment that can provoke a change in attitude, especially with this sort of challenge. The cost of letting the situation get worse is infinitely higher than the cost of challenging the responsible authorities. This is one of the several admirable features of the PollutionWatch initiative. “We are living at a time when we have a wide variety of resources with which to monitor our environment.

It is also a time when scientific research is churning out lots of data that provides evidence for further tightening of regulation and lowering of safety thresholds. In Gibraltar though, not only is the government not taking advantage of monitoring to assess the levels of the problems, it is also

“If people can’t see and experience the effects, they’re less likely to even be aware that there is an issue.”

allowing the population to be exposed to illegal levels of pollutants for long periods of time, knowing that chronic exposure causes ill-health”.

Equally, the almost complete absence of high-profile media attention for the research being done by this initiative is discouraging. Motivating the public to act on environmental issues is particularly difficult, given that it may entail sacrifices (such as recycling, opting to walk to a destination as opposed to driving and so on) to a larger and less instantly gratifying cause (saving planet Earth from a premature death). Societal ‘authorities’ like the media and government must play their roles in this discourse. “People generally don’t want to rock the boat in Gibraltar because of vested interests, so the media and the government just pretend it’s not happening. There is a huge issue with a lack of transparency and accountability. The previous government was much more transparent and accountable in their

“We need policies put in place that don’t just look after the economic interests of businesses but also protect the people...”

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environmental dealings. They carried out more studies and made them available for the public to access. Admittedly, this was triggered by EU regulation but regardless of how it was arrived at, the net result was studies conducted in order to have data that informs policy. With this one, this has slowed to a mere trickle of information that is available to the public”.

For Gibraltar, air pollution appears to be our inconvenient truth: “We need policies put in place that don’t just look after the economic interests of businesses but also protect the people and the environment from harmful pollution and destruction to our ecosystems arising from the practices of some of these businesses... It is not right that businesses should make a profit at the cost of people’s health. If they wish to conduct a business that’s a health risk, then they should be made to apply mitigating technologies in order to continue.

If not, the burden is not just on the family that suffers the loss but it’s also a burden and drain on our health resources. So the economic benefit is more for businesses than to government, as the latter has to pay for the resulting burden of ill-health and mortality”.

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SPEAK FREELY???

Free speech, accidental underwear snaps and Gibraltar’s prolific opinion forum

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he USA is hailed (or hails itself as) Now, shift your mind from the complicated that the original intention remains, citing a fairly recent ‘popular trend’ in Gibraltar to the “land of the free”, a beacon of political climate in America and beyond, democracy, and their president, from the global far-right movement being express individual opinions through social the so-called leader of the free hailed as an epidemic and the general pomedia as the driving force. world (though the jury’s out on that litical madness of 2017. Come bit at the moment). The first amendback to the little bubble that However, expressing an opinion is far Freedom ment to their constitution demands is our home and to the even from new to Gibraltarians who rarely shy of speech is a the exercise of free speech, the smaller microscopic entity that away from debate. Traditionally set in el fundamental ‘right of the people peaceably to is Gibraltar’s “Speak Freely!!!”. patio dating back decades, and seasonally prerequisite for assemble, and to petition the govThe almost 23,000 person transferred to beach umbrellas or baracas, democracy... ernment for a redress of grievances’. strong Facebook community’s political and cultural opinions have long Freedom of speech is a fundamental cover photo paints a been exchanged amongst veciThe original prerequisite for democracy, and as such pretty clear picture of the values nos and friends. With the rise should be protected and given the utmost they promote: an image of a grafof the Internet, a generation of intention importance. It is often the case, however, fiti artist spelling out the words social media “scrollers” and 3G remains that when freedom of speech is cited as ‘free speech’ on a wall. The group finally being stepped up on the to express the singular defence for an opinion or a was started after the creator, Bill Rock (sort of), such converindividual view, you can bet things are being taken Pisani, noticed much debate when sations can continue into the opinions too far. Donald Trump’s short time in office he mentioned the subject of free cyber world at any given time through social or place. Speak Freely gives has led to much debate on this subject, as speech on another local Facebook media as the his often intolerant, blatantly racist rhetoric page. As such, Speak Freely as we people a platform to a broader driving force. has arguably encouraged widespread know it today was born, but not audience of “neighbours” and stereotyping, right-wing extremism and an without much controversy-sparkrange of topics, where you can online community of followers citing “free ing postings and conversations. One of the shout your - however ill-informed and speech” as their protector. current admins, Steven ‘Noni’ Belilo argues possibly biased - opinion from the rooftops

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life As much as the group’s original intention The page is used almost as a government was to encourage political debate, it has department complaints forum, where many somewhat morphed into a page a bad experience is recounted. Belilo said Speak of small-scale advertising, funny this came about as a result of the success Unlike the traditional patio Freely gives postings but mostly, where Gipeople had experienced lodging a comsetting, the views expressed are braltarians congregate to complaint on the page, where it will garner recorded, and neither spin nor people a plain. From how long the waiting much more attention in the public sphere, Chinese-whisper adaptations platform to list for an appointment at the compared to going through the traditional can change that. This is where a broader GHA dental clinic is, to describing avenues. ‘I believe the public no longer it gets interesting; the reality of audience, poor service at a local restaurant believe in making formal complaints, as it cyberspace hits some users hard, where you can to “warn” others, complaining seems things get done quicker with a post whereas it leaves the rest of shout your about faulty ATMs and of course on Speak Freely. The fact that the group us physically face palming. The opinion from “el gobierno”. One of my favourite has contributed to many positive results harsh reality of such permanence the rooftops. recent posts saw a photo posted means we get more people joining the hit some harder than others, as of a motorbike apparently belong- group [for that purpose].’ And the results some of the (unintentionally) ing to a high ranking official of Gibraltar do come, as a post from a government funnier postings have shown. A woman Car Parks Limited parked on the pavement. housing recipient complaining of their recently posted in earnest, ‘I’ve got a lizard The accompanying caption took passive extreme case of damp in their home finally in my room. Are they dangerous?’ and was aggression to another level, asking everywas given some attention by the relevant faced with 181 comments, some stifling one to join in his disappointment with this departments following a post on Speak laughter to reassure her, others simply ‘inconsiderate’ behaviour. Nothing gripes Freely, after months of exploring all official replying with ‘HAHA’. Belilo described one a Gibraltarian more than our avenues had given little reprieve. of the more memorable postings this year. parking woes, so of course, ‘The best one this year would have to be a The page is more than a hundred people man who was advertising a house for rent used almost as An interesting and repeated commented on the post, citing and posted a picture in which he could be complaint this year was that of the a government the corruption of this individseen reflected in a mirror in his underNational Day bank holiday debacle. department ual, giving little notice to the wear. When I got home and saw it, I had A post calling for a petition to be complaints fact the bike may not have acto delete the post but unfortunately, after made to change the bank holiday forum... tually belonged to the accused two hours on our page, the damage was to the 11th of September (as is (despite the ‘good sources’ citcustomary when the 10th falls on a done and it went viral.’ The poor guy was ed by the person who posted) and instead weekend), instead of the 4th, gained 1,600 circulated as a screenshot across many a called for the man to be sacked. likes and over 600 comments. Their arguWhatsapp group chat around the Rock. (with caps lock and over-use of exclamation marks a favourite amongst users).

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life it doesn’t seem to cross the mind of those The trivial postings go beyond complaints ment was that it broke from tradition and craving the social “fame” of delivering the and petitions and find their full potential also would deprive us of a much needed most information on an incident. The “you rest day after the National Day’s festivities. in the use of the page as a search engine. heard it here first” mentality of the press ‘Is Morrisons open on a bank holiday?’, Complaining about the placement of a ‘Anyone have any good series to seems almost a facet of human nature on bank holiday and actually peAn the page, but unlike responsible journalrecommend?’ and the panicked last titioning for its change seems interesting ism, fact-finding and verifying sources of minute postings looking for tickets to completely underpin our for various events happening on the information do not come into the fold, and huge sense of entitlement and repeated as such, Speak Freely’s good intentions can Rock. These increasingly congest as a people, as it’s actually complaint this have some troubling side-effects. the page on the actual day of said laughable whichever side of year was that the “debate” (if you can call of the National event, be it the annual music festival, National Day or New Year, as it that) you sit on. No one Conversation does (finally) return to the Day bank identical posts stream in. Harmless, was suggesting this bank political spectrum on occasion, and the holiday debacle. if not pointless and lazy, but as holiday be taken away, nor postings vary from the light-hearted to the most things on the page, the queshas it been shifted to a date extreme. Patriotic postings litter the page months away, but still, it garnered the most tions asked often get taken to another levin regards to almost every issue. From critel. Nosy postings asking about the source traction of any post I could find. No matter icising the amount of flags on display outof ambulance or police sirens provoke prihow much razon the petition had, for this side people’s homes in the lead up to Navate details of incidents and accidents beto seriously be the cultural issue most tional Day to anti-Brexit fervour, no issue pressing on our minds, I think our priorities ing shared on the group, whether verified is too small nor large to be addressed by are a little skewed. But we Gibraltarians are or not. Our morbid obsession with knowthe “patriots” that congest the page with ing details lead to photos being extremely protective of our bank holidays, their views. But as with much attached, and it is this kind of so my surprise is probably misplaced. of the content on this page, A post abuse of the online community’s the opinions can get extreme, noting the function which has led the admin with patriotism often verging If we’re looking at silly petitions however, government’s team to delete various comments, a post from last September (I’ve done a plan to house a on greedy nationalism. A post threads and posts altogether. The noting the government’s plan lot of scrolling), suggested that a petition Syrian refugee admin team are very quick to act, to house a Syrian refugee should be started to lower prices for beer family created a family created a heated deand also chastise the culprits for on the Rock, or at least in Morrisons café, heated debate... bate in the comment thread, their irresponsible postings, but where the complainant paid £2.95 for a unfortunately, the damage is often combining two of the issues can of Carling. ‘Highway robbery without already done. The seriousness of mentioned most on the page: housing and a gun’ was the phrase he used to describe a family member recognising a person or patriotism. The oblivious, well-meaning his horrific ordeal. I can only hope counvehicle in a quick snapshot of an accident, user who started the thread, willing the selling and the support of the 158 likes arrest or other serious incident, before government to consider accepting more he garnered (however ironic they were) they have actually received official news of refugee families, could not have expected helped him through the tough experience.

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always been an added stigma attached to some of the threads such as the one I’ve the responses to her welcoming attitude. the outspoken individual. Lack of discernhighlighted, and perhaps those ‘loud’ voicThe phrase ‘charity begins at home’ was a ing voices and constructive criticism in the favoured expression amongst respondents, es need reeling in, and there needs to be community can never be positive, as polita boundary placed at some point to limit with commenters comparing the plight ical, cultural and communal improvements the damage that many of these of a refugee family in war torn can only thrive in an environment which comments can cause. Drawing Syria to those ‘suffering’ on the A petition encourages debate and discussion. The a line in this way is undoubtedly housing list. Can you imagine, should be problem is that Speak Freely’s deviation difficult, but perhaps begin at the government hasn’t handed from its original debate function to that you a new flat on a silver platter, started to lower the point in which race, religion, prices for beer of search engine, complaints forum and sexuality and gender prejudice is and forces you to live with your on the Rock... small business advertiser takes away from involved. Belilo defends his open parents, and yet they’re going to the benefits, and results in it being taken policy to all opinions, explaining, give a house to a non-local famsomewhat less seriously (to put it lightly).

‘I always said that if someone cannot reily that have been dodging bullets, bombs spect an opinion or is quickly offended by and forced to flee the homes they spent a other’s point of view, then Facebook is not lifetime building. Poor you. ‘Help our own We can all agree it is a page which divides for them.’ And one can understand that he before helping others’ and explicitly racist opinion and plays to extremes and, as is treading a difficult balance though, with comments flooded the post, and unfortusuch, fittingly puts on display the best and the current global political climate exposnately showcased the worst of the online worst of our people. It plays on our sense ing the underlying divisiveness that exists community. Expressing disagreement with of entitlement no doubt, our ability to pick among seemingly tolerant communities, the government’s decision of course is out a complaint in any situation and to an you could also argue that allowing such anyone’s right, however, the ignorant and extent our close-minded, tradition-clinging conversations to go ahead can threaten nationalistic undertones of too many of attitudes. With that though, the page also the unified community which we as Gibral- showcases the best of us, our ability as a the comments are a worrying dimension tarians expound with such pride. to the group, as even those with intolerant community to support one another, our ideas have the platform to “speak freely”. generosity and raucous sense Expressing of humour. Maybe going back Having a platform to express disagreement to the roots of its creation as any opinion is (in theory) a Admin Belilo addresses this issue, saying; a discussion forum and a little huge step forward for Gibraltar ‘Like in every group, those with extreme with the more involvement on the part though. The page has given an views seem to be the loudest, however, government’s opportunity to speak to a large decision of course of admin, guiding conversation one needs to read comments on threads portion of the Gibraltarian containing extreme views to see that the is anyone’s right... to current issues, instead of having to sift through complaints majority don’t share them.’ And though I do community which only realand mundane requests (as my istically existed in the realms think the majority can be on the extreme research made glaringly obvious) could of the “Letter to the Editor” section in the side, I can agree with him in that there revive a potentially powerful asset in our Gibraltar Chronicle. Not only that, but are always two sides to the issues posed, because of our size and resultant proximity community’s cyber sphere. Just a thought, and some calling for a degree of perspecmaybe I’ll put it up for discussion on the to many of the policies, individuals and tive and calm in the face of downright page… groups that are up for criticism, there has ignorance. However, it is difficult to read GIBRALTAR MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2017

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FEAST OF ALL SAINTS Terrifying traditions and spooky superstitions

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Trick or treat! ration for food supplies. During this time, it was believed that the veil between the Trick or treating, or ‘souling’, underworld and that of our own was lifted, became a tradition as far back as allowing spirits to freely cross over. As a the 11th century, when it was the result, people lit bonfires for their protecCatholic belief that the dead would return tive and cleansing powers, often using the for 2 days. Candles were strategically fire as part of their divination rituals. To placed to guide them home, fires were lit confuse the aos sí or ‘souls of the dead’, to warm their chilled bones, and food was people would imitate them by donning left out as offerings. Bands of young begCatholic belief masks and costumes (historically animal gars would bounce from house to house that the dead Samhain heads and skins). It was believed that singing ‘souling rhymes’ (a precursor to towould return impersonating the aos sí would protect day’s carolling) and were given ‘soul cakes’ The Gaelic festival of for 2 days. oneself from them - a risky move that as alms. This practice is alive and well with Samhain (confusingly proprobably wouldn’t go down very well children in the Phillipines, and goes by the nounced ‘SAH-win’ and the with real-life altercations. name Pangangaluluwa. This snippet Gaelic word for ‘November’ or’ ‘summer’s from a sermon dated around Give a kid end’) traditionally takes place between 1380 explains the interaction: “…

Unsurprisingly, the Church soon October 31st and November 1st, spanning a cake and wherefore in olden time good men christianised this festival. Some one full Celtic day which began and ended some poor and women would this day buy argue that the 1st November with the sunset. Since ancient times, this soul will be was chosen for All Hallows’ Day bread and deal [give] it for the souls event marked the end of the harvest and redeemed (also known as All Saints’ Day or that they loved, hoping with each the start of the darker winter months, as from the fiery loaf to get a soul out of purgatory.”

Feast of all Saints) to coincide well as the Celtic New Year. Unfortunately depths of hell. So essentially, give a kid a cake and or replace Samhain due to for the cattle grazing obliviously on the Celtic influence, while others some poor soul will be redeemed last of their summer pastures, this also suggest this was in fact a Germanic idea. from the fiery depths of hell. Neat! meant it was time for the chop in prepance a year on the 31st of October, Christian and Pagan festivities intertwine as we don our pointy hats and set off in search of sweet treats. The traditions of this hallowed day date back over 2000 years, and we largely have the Celts to thank for it.

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life Bobbing for apples A favourite game with dubious hygiene.

When the Romans plundered Britain, Celtic traditions merged with their own.

The apple is a potent symbol of the Roman goddess Pomona, keeper of orchards and fruit trees, which points to why the apple was used during these festivities. The apple has been considered a magical fruit throughout history. It gave Snow White a fright, formed part of Merlin’s staff, and let’s not forget the downfall of mankind.

Used as part of love divination, it was believed that if you managed As legend to chomp down on an apple, caregoes, Jack of fully peel it and swing it round your the Lantern head ‘sunwise’ and throw it o’er convinced your left shoulder, the peel would the devil to form the initial of your true love.

Vegetable carvings

shapeshift into a coin in order to pay for his drink.

Nothing screams ‘Halloween’ more than an evil... Irish... turnip? Before the big orange vegetable king ruled, (no, not Trump), the turnip took precedence on this special day. In fact, pumpkin lanterns didn’t come on the scene until around 1866. Whatever the vegetable, the idea was that by using one to house a candle, it would ward off wandering spirits, and ‘Stingy Jack’. As legend goes, Jack of the Lantern convinced the devil to shapeshift into a coin in order to pay for his drink.

After deciding he’d rather use the coin for other purposes, Jack kept the coin in his pocket alongside a crucifix to keep the Devil in coin-form, only agreeing to release him on the grounds that his soul wouldn’t be taken to hell once he died. As it goes, when Jack eventually kicked the bucket, God was suitably unimpressed and refused him entry to Heaven, and the Devil stuck by his end of the bargain, leaving Jack to wander purgatory with nothing but a flame in a carved turnip to light his way - and thus the Jack O’Lantern was born.

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but more commonly by Dušičky (little first day of winter in Wales souls). This is a day to visit the graves of also known as ‘Spirit Night’, loved ones, decorating them with flowers, people would actively avoid wreaths and candles and arranging chairs churchyards, stiles and around the fireplace - one for each family crossroads as these are wellmember, present and departed. known hangout spots for spirits, naturally.

One of the traditions known as Coelcerth saw everyone placing a stone with their El Día de los Muertos name on it around a fire. The next day, people would frantically try to locate their Halloween is known as El Día de los stone; if it was missing, it was believed Muertos in many Latin American counthey would die within a year. I’d rather tries. In Mexico, this is stretched out have a go at bobbing for apples personacross three days, commencing on the ally… As if this wasn’t terrifying enough, 31st October and culminating on the 2nd on this day, the Welsh shared tales of the November. Rather than a sombre occasion, spirit Yr Hwch Ddu Gwta who would take this is one that’s celebrated with brightly the form of a tail-less black sow and terrocoloured garb, music and feasting. Families rise the countryside with his headset up altars within their Rather than a less ladyghost pal. To ward them homes which contain offeroff, people would shout: “Adref, sombre occasion, ings of food, drink, flowers adref am y cynta’, Hwch Ddu Gwta a this is one that’s and sweets for the deceased. gipio’r ola!’” (Home, home, let each celebrated with Interestingly, this is the time try to be first and may the tail-less brightly coloured when the monarch butterblack sow take the hindmost.) garb, music and flies return in their millions during their migration to the feasting. highland forests. A mixture Dušičky of timing and superstition led locals to believe they were in fact their Things are done a little differentdeparted loved-one’s souls. The butterfly ly in the Czech Republic. All Souls’ Day represents the cyclical nature of life; as takes place on November 2nd and officially they return every year at this time, so do goes by the name Památka zesnulých (a the souls of the dead. remembrance of those who have passed),

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ANIMAL INKLING

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with just a dash of brightness

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ecology can exist for longer. I have visited behind my recent works of art. All crealean sharp lines, attention to dezoos before in many countries, however, I tail, black ink flowing with assertures in our world are beautiful despite have not returned to these places unless tive, quick, precise their wild nature, and yet, their the organisations prove to be beneficial strokes, and just a existence in this world might be as The stately for the animals kept such as sanctuaries. I dash of bright colour in the beauty of wildlife fleeting as the fragile existence as find zoos too cruel otherwise, as animals form of a fluttering butterfly is reproduced on a butterfly,” says Jenna, who bases don’t interact as they would in the wild. are the trademark of Jenna her work on hi-def photographs paper with the My dream is to eventually take my own Lopez’s animal portraiture and National Geographic extracts. poetic grace of trip to Africa on a safari and witness these minimalist artwork - that “To me, butterflies are a deep and magnificent creatures wild in their own she describes as ‘illustrative’. the true artist and powerful representation of life: the anatomical habitats, snapping pictures myself.” their average life span is fleeting, precision of a but unfortunately, so is the life of Zebras, cheetahs, chimpannaturalist... all wild animals of this world. Each Jenna’s fascination with wild animals was zees, elephants and giraffes day different types sparked by her attentive watching with their calves: the stately of animal species are Animal Planet documentaries with beauty of wildlife is reproduced on paper “Their nearing extinction, which I with the poetic grace of the true artist and average life span her father. “Especially horses: I find sad and disheartening. At was enthralled by them, the way the anatomical precision of a naturalist, is fleeting, but the same time that my butterthey looked when the jumped, sternly clinical in their accuracy if it wasn’t unfortunately, galloped, turned and pranced, so for the cheeky fly-past of oranges, blues or fly stands for the fragility of so is the life of I used to trace photographs from reds that the butterfly offers, sometimes as existence, it is also a symbol all wild animals of renewal and rebirth. I hope my father’s collection of natural an understated accessory and more often of this world.” this idea will raise awareness pictures of wild horses and go claiming the full attention of both the that these creatures should over and over them, until finally, subject matter and the onlooker. be regarded as precious and taken care of, I knew how to draw horses by heart.” She together with their habitats, so that their has been doodling, sketching and drawing “Wild animals are the inspirational force

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since the age of two and went on graduating in Art & Design. “I drew on everything, which drove my parents crazy,” she confesses. “Once, my mum feared she’d lost me around the supermarket, and eventually, she found me

“Each day different types of animal species are nearing extinction, which I find sad and disheartening.”

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sitting in one of the aisles, cross-legged and a notebook in my lap, intent at drawing the cans on the shelf.”

More ‘shop’ surprises for Jenna’s mother were on another shelf: “I was asked by my

“At the same time that my butterfly stands for the fragility of existence, it is also a symbol of renewal and rebirth.”

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art first school to draw a Christmas image, but attention the diversity of styles and artistry I wasn’t told what purpose for. It turned available in Gibraltar. “Competitions are out that St Mary’s School headbecoming more popular and master entered my work for women are gaining respect “I hope this a fundraising art competition within the art world. Taboos idea will raise are breaking down, slowly but that would have the winning awareness that picture printed on a Christmas surely, and I believe the modern these creatures card to be sold for charity. I had world of technology is helping should be advance the world of art in Giwon, but only found out when regarded as my mum spotted my drawing braltar as well.” Personally, she precious and feels that art is an expression printed on the Christmas cards taken care of...” on sale at a local shop!” of release, in which imagination and creative force can be translated and fixed on paper. “I also Later, Mario Finlayson discovered her love the idea that I can give joy to others talent catching her doodling outside with my work of art.” her ballet class at the Arts Centre. “He encouraged me and taught me a few life lessons regarding art that still stay with me And what if she was commissioned a to this day. After completing my education portrait of a newly engaged couple as in Westside Comprehensive, I opted to go mermaid and merman with specifics on study in the UK and apply for university, hair colour and length, and a framed obtaining an unconditional offer with my photograph of a lighthouse painted in the chosen university - Kent Institute of Art background? “I didn’t ask questions, but it and Design in Canterbury, now known as was a first to me! The end result matched UCA (University for Creative Arts). After the clients’ expectations, and all that matachieving my honours and graduating, I ters to me is they were happy about it and proceeded to work at the ‘Lilford Art Galtreasured their gift.” lery’ in Canterbury, where I learnt the best “I find tricks of the trade from the owner and zoos too cruel curator David Lilford. Although my work otherwise, as with him was brief, he showed me how to animals don’t single out customers who were genuinely interact as interested in the artwork exhibited.”

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they would in the wild.”

Jenna declares herself a huge fan of animation and comic book illustration, which surely but originally transpires in her style.

“I would like to be an illustrator, unfortunately, I lack the skillset using modern technology such as Photoshop, etc. but I would like to learn it, however, old habits of using traditional techniques suit me just fine now.” Her favourite comic book artist is Frank Miller, who made his illustrations using only black ink and the occasional splash of colour, such as shocking red or green, a technique Jenna relates to.

She also likes Art Nouveau and artists like Alphonse Mucha, Boris Vallejo, Egon Schiele, Gustav Klimt and, from Gibraltar, Mario Finlayson and the much underrated Lorraine Buhagiar.

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PURE & RAW

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personality with several facets to his temgainst the media sensationalism and result in a fragmented psyche: I am splashing the monster all over exploring how far someone can be pushed perament, including a twisted but original sense of humour, a lucid mind in its own the front page for the newsboy‘s before he or she snaps, falls apart and right when driven to scout the truth. convenience, writer Catherine becomes either violent and murderous, Nuza wants to tell the story or withdrawn and reclusive, and why,’ of a serial killer from a huthe assistant nurse turned novelist Reminiscent of the fortunate TV series ‘The “I am not man point of view, to explore explains.

“I am not excusing the proMentalist’ starring Simon Baker, in which justifying his the triggers of psychopathy. tagonist’s actions, but merely reconthe protagonist finds his wife and daughbehaviour or structing the chain of events which led ter brutally murdered by a cajoling the Khedlar to the mental asylum.” serial killer dubbed Red John “I am not justifying his bereader into “I am who signs the crime scene haviour or cajoling the reader sympathising Despite disclaiming any psyexploring how into sympathising with him, with a bloody smiley face, with him...” but I am trying to present chology training and stating far someone can yet the viewer cannot help a realistic character with a how the creation of this be pushed before but deep down suspect him complex back-story that he is piecing up in completely fictional character is he or she snaps, throughout the seasons as he keenly volunteers to assist order to understand what is real and what based solely on her personal and falls apart and isn’t in his dazed recollection of a heinous sometimes professional experithe investigations with his becomes either crime,” the author says about her newly ences and her intense research ‘psychic’ powers, in Catherviolent and ine’s book, the protagonist published novel ‘Psycho-Analysis - Khedlar’s in the topic, Catherine’s wife murderous, or only recalls having found his Story’, the first instalment of a trilogy that Angelique, who used to work in withdrawn and family butchered and seen unearths, sometimes literally, an alleged forensics and now takes care of reclusive...” the murderer’s face, a man serial killer’s skeletons in the closet. “Evthe book’s marketing, assures us eryone has cracks, and when those cracks that ‘the psychopathy is accurate, who looked like his image in the mirror. He cannot tell apart reality from keep being bashed and bashed, sooner or free of blockbuster commercialisation’, and hallucinations due to his being pushed to later, it is inevitable for them to give way the readers will confront an all-rounded 56

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the limit as well as being under psychotropic medication, and he has no friends and nobody to trust in his quest for the truth.

Not the empathetic male nurse he initially seems to warm up to, not even his mother and aunt, whose back-story will be the subject of the third book of this disturbing trilogy. A bookworm loner in his teenage

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years when he was fascinated by his aunt’s job at the morgue and himself dreamt to become a surgeon, and hold someone’s life and death in his hands, Khedlar does have a conscience – and nightmares. And, being unable to piece together the correct sequence of events, he remains marred by what he might be capable of doing.

“Humanity is riddled with imperfection and I want to dissect the remote folds of the human psyche to analyse facts without sugar-coating them, to stir your genuine reaction,” Catherine says. “We are animals after all: just imagine if society’s laws crumbled apart and we regressed to our feral state, what would happen then

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“The ending is a chilling and thrilling rollercoaster of emotions,” Angelique adds. “It raises goose-bumps and indeed creates a cliff-hanger to entice readers to the forthcoming second book.”

The readers if all boundaries but the law of the will confront jungle didn’t exist? an all-rounded Would we still have personality a conscience? Why with several and when would facets to his killing someone be temperament... justifiable? The story is about the mask we all wear in order to screen our emotions when inappropriate to function in society, and the coping mechanisms we put in place to survive, and the consequences of their malfunctioning.” However, she reminds her readers that this is purely fiction and she’s not accounting any clinical cases, or part of, she may have encountered during her experience with adult and child mental health patients: “One can only express and give what one learns in one’s reality, hence Khedlar is my own character who lives only on my own pages, but I want him to come across as real as possible and I hold my judgement and bias about him and his actions either way. I’ve always 58

Catherine started writing ‘Khedlar’s Story’ immediately after the publication of her poetry collection ‘Raw’ 15 years ago, but never ‘fleshed it out’ until recently, treasuring her acquired knowledge on the matters of the grey matter. “My poetry is the unfiltered expression of my emotions, mostly dark, but also funny and loving, because I was in a dark place when I wrote it at the age of 17. As long as I had pen and paper where to record my feelings, I was healing. Poetry was my release and my soul medicine,” she explains. “I started writing random poems which only later I organised in a book, and designed the front cover, featuring a picture I took of my Being unable to cousin modelling piece together the for me. ‘Raw’ is correct sequence of like a time capsule events, he remains for me and when marred by what he I re-read it, it feels might be capable like an abstract diary with keyof doing.

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art&literature words triggering memories I can nowadays distance myself from, to acknowledge I am a different, stronger person now. The past was raw and hurtful but it is firmly in the past and reliving it has helped the healing process. My readers tell me my poems are intense but mostly relatable.”

Catherine portrays herself as an all-round artist who moves confidently both in her visual and literary talents, claiming that ‘the creative process must not be a burden, but open and free-flowing’. In fact, she is an accomplished abstract painter, a style that allows her to express her raw emotions in an unfiltered fashion, and also empowers the onlookers in their turn to interpret and relate them to their own. When make-believe is no longer enough, reality kicks in for Catherine to work her magic on artistic photography, perceived as a platform to explore contrast in light and shadows, textures, dilapidated backgrounds and dolled-up models. She actually styles her models, usually friends or relatives, selects her outfits, designs their make“Humanity up and suggests is riddled with the poses they’d imperfection and strike, although the I want to dissect model’s input in the the remote folds shot’s composition is of the human always appreciated, and makes them psyche...”

“The story

is about the stand out dramatically in a minimalistic urban mask we all stage of decay and deswear in order peration, to maximise the to screen our visual impact of the decemotions when adence of this conteminappropriate...” porary society and the loneliness experienced by its most sensitive individuals.

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PLANE SPOTTING Bonding with patience

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nlike its better-known sister want to ‘collect’ every registration of a cer- the US. Despite all of this travelling, his preferred spotting location is the viewing hobby, trainspotting, there are an tain aircraft or livery, it also helps to look avid number of plane spotters to out for any special liveries which might balcony found at the entrance to Gibralbe found in Gibraltar, arrive in Gibraltar or the nearby tar’s Great Siege Tunnels. If only Gibraltar were to have more aircraft movements; not least because there are no airports.

“My both civil and military... trains here. We took some time interest is in to learn a bit more of this pastRetired banker, William Jardim, photography so is more of an aviation enthusiast As with most other types of spotters, this time which may, at first, sound a bit geeky and nerdy. is largely a social hobby and they frequentI tend to look for and focuses not only on photoly travel together to Seville and Malaga subjects, mainly graphing all things that fly but airports and Moron and Rota air bases in What exactly is plane spotting military, and try also closely follows the aviation the hope of catching something unusual, and what does a spotter look industry itself from a military and to photograph like? “We come from every technological perspective. His often coming back empty handed. “It’s the them in a more first spotting experience was in banter and conversation on the way there walk of life and each one of us arty pose.” and back that makes a four-hour roundtakes our interest differently” 1988 when working in London, trip so enjoyable, even if you says David Parody who is better he attended the Farnborhaven’t caught anything” says known as a photographer in local circles. ough air show. It was the year that Aircraft “My interest is in photography so I tend to the Russians came with a plethora registrations Daniel Ferro. But the group look for subjects, mainly military, and try to of aircraft never seen before in the has also travelled to Zaragoza form an for a NATO Tiger Meet and photograph them in a more arty pose.”

West. He was hooked and has since important Albacete, and more recently, travelled the world extensively photographing aircraft. First with film format part of plane some of them went to the Aircraft registrations form an important spotting...

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One of the regular spotters, namely, Moshi Anahory, fits his busy legal practice with his passion for aircraft photography and is lucky to share his enthusiasm with his two boys Natan and Daniel aged 15 and 12.

Apart from trips to Spain and beyond with local fellow spotters, Moshi has taken his boys to several air shows in the UK and Spain and for some aircraft photography in Seville and Malaga. Natan and Daniel thoroughly enjoy the air shows and the opportunity to see incredible displays and to photograph interesting and often unique aircraft. At the Royal International Air Tattoo this year, they enjoyed an impressive and varied display and Daniel managed to take some very good photographs. Moshi says; “I really enjoy the father/son bonding that comes with sharing this passion for aircraft and hope that we will continue to share this over the coming years”.

So, what makes a plane interesting enough to merit a drive up to Moron de la Frontera or Malaga and how do you get to hear about them? Plane spotting is He was huge, the recent Torre hooked and del Mar air show in has since August attracted over travelled 300,000 visitors and the world RIAT 60,000 a day for extensively four days. With huge photographing interest come internet aircrafts. groups and WhatsApp

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chats which sometimes reveal times and dates of aircraft that have something different. This might be a special paint job or an aircraft displaying a livery commemorating a historical event or one which is not a regular visitor to our part of the

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world. Most of the information, however, is sourced through personal contacts with other spotters in Spain and the UK. “It is very hit and miss, usually more misses than hits” says David. “Military flights tend

to cancel, arrive later than scheduled or earlier, seldom on the date and time you’ve been told.” A lot of lot of rivalry between spotters exists but unfortunately, at times, somewhat unhealthy. “Regrettably, the notion of being the only one to catch a

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scene rare aircraft at a particular location leads to ADS-B Exchange, the latter shows military some distributing misleading information as well civilian aircraft. One even has his about dates and timings” own receiver at home to see aircraft added Chris Milan, an IT flying up to 200km away and shares His preferred specialist. spotting location this data with those apps.

is the viewing

Some of the spotters also balcony found at If you are interested in plane spotting, carry with them airband there exists a Gibraltar the entrance to Aviation Enthusiasts radio scanners to listen “I really enjoy Gibraltar’s Great Group on Facebook in to air traffic controllers the father/ Siege Tunnels. of nearby airports to which you can apply to son bonding try to determine what’s join and see what these that comes happening but a lot of reliance in placed guys, and lot of others in with sharing on web-based apps like FlightRadar24 and Gibraltar, are up to.

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almost as “groundbreaking” as florals these ome people can pull off a trend as innocence and conjures up perhaps not though they just rolled out of bed, the most appealing of images, which I think days. Although gingham has always been but as far as I’m concerned, I mostis why many people find it off-putting and considered a quintessential summertime ly tend to stay clear of trends, for tend to stay away! Despite all of this, ginglook, it definitely isn’t only reserved for sunny days. And just like florals, it has a fear of it looking as though ham still remains an absolute keynote I’m trying too hard to look fabric and print of the fashion industry. summer meets autumn aesthetic that feels Gingham trendy. Like everyone, I wear I must say I did jump on the gingabsolutely right for the transitional months is one of things best when I feel abham bandwagon when it burst onto we’re experiencing right now. Sometimes those timeless solutely confident and comthe scene a few years ago, but soon the simplest of prints are the ones that are trends that able to enjoy the most longevity. fortable in what I’m wearing. got bored of it, much like with most just seems to Even though I don’t believe trends; we had a fleeting and shortsuit absolutely lived relationship. This year, though, that anyone should subSimple it may be, but it is certainly a print everybody. scribe to any fashion “rules”, gingham emerged in full that requires just a little bit of I do think it’s worth knowing force once again for the thought, at the risk of looking like Sometimes which trends should be adopted and which spring and summer months, this you’re wearing your old picnic blanthe simplest ones should be left on the runway and in time, in more exciting colours, ket (or your year 2 school uniform). of prints are editorial magazines. Gingham, however, textures and silhouettes.

Having said that, because of its simthe ones is one of those timeless trends that just ple print and monochromatic colour that are seems to suit absolutely everybody. scheme, gingham is actually one of Evidently, gingham is a trend able to enjoy the easier trends to style. Because that just keeps coming back. the most it is traditionally black and white, From the iconic pinafore dress sportI may be wrong, but in this longevity. and not too busy (unlike the tropical ed by Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz, to latest resurgence, it feels like print trend, for example), it goes the coveted school uniforms from our much more of a permanent childhood (I never got my hands on one of stay; gingham has officially nestled itself with pretty much any colour, and looks amazing when paired with contrasting those babies, damn!), gingham elicits sweet into the category of wardrobe staples. It’s

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fashion black and white isn’t necessarily your go-to dainty gingham shift dress with a leather textures such as mohair or leather, for incolour choice like it is for me, the high stance. Even if monochrome tones are not jacket and white trainers, it would look street also has plenty of refreshing colour just as gorgeous with a chunky boho style your thing, you can always pair a black and combinations on offer; everything from cardigan and strappy heels. white gingham piece with some shirts and skirts, to dresses and trousers, colourful accessories, or alternaIt can be and of course, accessories. tively, opt for a brightly coloured Gingham styles have always been very elegant gingham item, and tone down very graceful and feminine, but this and chic, but the rest of your look. Personally, While I usually love mixing and clashing season, gingham is presented to us also equally in all styles and for all tastes. Now in prints, gingham is definitely a tricky one to I love all-black outfits, so in this playful and case, accessories are absolutely pair with a contrasting print, and I’d usually more contemporary silhouettes like youthful. key to the equation! midi dresses, asymmetrecommend wearing fairly simple It’s perfect colours and patterns alongside ric crop tops and skirts, for those gingham and let it do all the talking. and boxy blouses, gingham has Gingham is such a versatile print and simIt’s perfect for those who may not really has seen a coming of ple colour scheme that, not only can you who may not particularly like bold and busy patwear it throughout the upcoming winter age this year. For notoriously particularly terns or lack confidence in wearing rebellious and avant garde months, but also in the office! Hallelujah! like bold and designers; House of Holland What more could we ask for? A pair of busy patterns them. Fear not though, because with gingham you really can’t go being one of my favourites, peg gingham trousers with snazzy loafers or lack wrong! gingham has recently become or brogues (or even a court heel) and a confidence in smart blouse, there’s really not much room a new and exciting venture. wearing them. No one can buy style, but perhaps Finally, the pattern has been for error. What I love most about it is that injected with a healthy dose it can be very elegant and chic, but also you can do the next best thing and of cool and has more of an adult appeal equally playful and youthful. The possibilbuy gingham. It’s unfalteringly stylish and than ever before. As I mentioned earlier, if ities are endless. Just like you can pair a chic, and it certainly won’t disappoint!

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VINTAGE CARS La Belle Époque in Malaga

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trance of the best Paris addresses and hôn English friend used to tell me early days of motoring in what is known as tels particuliers of the Rive Gauche. Some that the best red wines from Rio- La Belle Époque from the late 19th century stunning examples of this Belle Époque ja never get exported and hardly to the beginning of World War I in 1914. cross the borders but In these early motoring stages, era are on exhibit. Names like Winner from The the motorcar was only just taking USA, Buick USA, Richmond USA, Renault stay here to be enjoyed locally as collection is France 1911, Barron Acroyd England 1912 the place of its predecessor - the well-kept secrets available to just are some of the cars from this period. a lucky few… This may be a bit of horse-drawn carriage. Like all mabeautifully an exaggeration and is certainly jor changes in history, it took quite presented not true when we think about starting with some time for people to realize the The following period is known as the Goldcomfort and better convenience of en Twenties, also known as The Happy premium vintage car collections. the very this new means of transport but in Twenties, is the decade of the 1920s in early days of the end, as is often the case, innoGermany. The era began with the end of Last month, I was lucky enough motoring... vation took over and World War I and ended with the to be taken by my Portuguese at the end of this Wall Street Crash of 1929, mainly friends and fellow classic cars enIt took quite period, there were no less because of the euphoria caused by thusiasts to the Museo Automovilístico de some time for than 30,000 vehicles in Paris Málaga which is located in the impressive people to realize the end of WWI in 1918 and the alone. Some years later, style relative prosperity that followed Real Fábrica de Tabacos, an ancient buildthe comfort and comfort features were for a decade. This period brought ing next to the Russian Museum of Art. and better introduced to meet the new the liberalization of fashion and the convenience of increasing importance and indeThis fabulous collection of almost one hun- demand of first time customthis new means pendence of women in society. Car ers which were mainly the dred cars belongs to a private Portuguese of transport... aristocracy and the upper designs became more elegant and collector Joao Manuel Magalhaes and is classes. It was not uncomattractive. A unique example of Hisrated amongst the top ten collections in mon to see these beautiful motorcars and pano-Suiza Spain 1917, worth a fortune in the Iberian Peninsula. The collection is these days, followed by names like Nash beautifully presented starting with the very their well-presented chauffeurs at the en72

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Several Rolls Royces and Bentleys from the same period can be admired as well together with a beautiful 1939 Packard USA used by President Roosevelt. A Style no less impressive 1938 BMW, forand comfort features were merly the property of the fashion icon marquis Emilio Pucci from Italy. Last introduced but by no means least, one can enjoy to meet the the great sexy looks of a 1939 Lancia new demand Italia and a very chic Jaguar 1930 plus of first time an interesting example by Renault customers...

France inspired in Salvador Dali´s art.

1930 USA, Studebaker 1931 USA, Unic France 1920. All concours examples.

The period that followed is known as Art Deco in the 30s and is arguably the golden age of the motorcar. The term Art Deco was first used at the International Exhibition of Modern decorative Arts in Paris. This highly creative period can also be seen in car design and elegant masterpieces can be admired in the museum such as a prime and unique example of a 1937 540K Mercedes Benz, first presented in the 1936 Paris Motor Show, a marvel of technology and elegance of which only some 400 units were manufactured, and worth several million today. A joy to admire in such perfect condition.

The rest of the museum includes some very attractive cars by Aston Martin of England with several mint examples on display possibly including a James Bond 007 An impressive array of Cadillacs from the model. A 1948 Jaguar which 30s up to the 70s can be viewed will make any “amateur in together with a very rare example This highly the French sense of the of Helicron 2 France (Ready to fly!) creative word” raise his eyebrows, of which only two were ever made period can an elegant 1956 Gullwing using an aviation engine. The second also be seen Mercedes Benz, a stunning example is on exhibit in the Nashville looking 1950 Maserati Italia in car design Museum in Tennessee, USA. No less formerly the property of a and elegant unique is a 1930 Fabrique Nationale masterpieces well-known Roman Prince, (FN) of Belgium winner of the Rally de an E type Jaguar known in can be Montecarlo as well as being the first the words of Enzo Ferrari to wheeled vehicle to cross the whole admired in the be “one of the most beautiAfrican continent from north to south. museum... ful sports cars ever made”.

This collection is just under two hours away from Gibraltar and could be the subject of a great day off with a visit to the car museum and the Russian Art museum followed by a pleasant lunch by the sea afterwards. It is without a doubt a must in any enthusiast’s agenda. Happy motoring.

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PACING THRU PERU From arid deserts to luscious jungle vegetation

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whales, sea turtles, pelicans, penguins and any people sweep through area, full of grand plazas and colonial Peru, discarding Lima like an churches, you can head to the beach for a the Peruvian booby (bird). On the way unwanted lover, coming and little fun. There are plenty of surf schools back in, you’ll notice a huge sand dune going only to abuse it for the offering lessons suitable for beginners, with a spot of artwork etched into it. The Paracas Candelabra, created over 2000 airport. While it’s true that you can also do paddle boarding or years ago, reaches almost 600 feet end to Peru holds many wonders, kayaking. There are a few paragliding Violence Lima is certainly worth a few schools dotted around for those who end. Its meaning and creators remain untowards days. Miraflores seems to be are looking for a bit more of a rush. known. One prominent theory suggests it tourists is where most tourists conBe fairly cautious and use common represents the trident of the Incan creator fairly rare god (Viracocha), another that it portrays gregate. Its proximity to the sense when walking the streets. but theft and Violence towards tourists is fairly the local hallucinogenic plant used for beach, abundance of parks, drink spiking rare but theft and drink spiking is ancient rituals, apparently a huge landmark restaurants, and bars make the is common. place very appealing, and as common. From Lima, you can get to for people to head to while tripping out. it’s one of the wealthier areas pretty much anywhere It could also have been something as simple as a marking for sailors of the city, it’s a lot safer than some of the else in the country you want One other districts. The food in Lima is eclectic to go. Try to plan your trip trying to navigate the coast. Whatprominent and revered; spend time researching a few systematically to avoid any theory suggests ever it is, it’s quite the dedicated piece of work. It seems indigenous restaurants to suit your taste as you won’t 24-hour bus rides. it represents have time to eat everything you want.

Peruvians liked this kind of thing, as the trident you’ll see when you visit Nazca.

A few hours down the coast, of the Incan You’ll find the usual array of museums and you’ll come across a city most creator god...

If you read that last paragraph with historical buildings you’d expect from a people visit for its wildlife. The capital city. The great thing about Lima is Chincha Islands, sometimes a vague sense of familiarity and a that once you’ve had your fill of wanderreferred to as the poor man’s Galapagos, thirst for something alcoholic, then you must have tried the local tipple, appropriing around the old district and downtown can be visited by boat to spot dolphins,

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So the age old question of how to effeccycles manifests itself in the form of the ately named, Pisco. This type of brandy originating from Peru (contested by Chile) tively rid yourself of a hangover presents famed Nazca lines. The length itinerary itself, as does the answer. Head of tours differs, but $100 will see makmust be tasted, for cultural purposup the dunes of Huacachina for ing sharp turns and erratic flying for half es, of course. And so you’ll want This type a spot of that popular winter an hour as you attempt to make out the to book your compulsory holiday of brandy different animal forms. The lines vary in snow sport with one subtle vineyard tour for here. Take a trip originating complexity, from simple lines to difference. Sandinto the desert, which is surprisfrom Peru Nobody boarding is popular animals and flowers. Taking one ingly the scene of production for must be not only for the thrill of these flights offers the best Peruvian red wine and pisco. There really knows tasted for seeking experience, are a few tours which will take you why the Nazca views, although the figures can be cultural but also the maseen from high ground in the area. to a couple of different wineries, lines exist but purposes... jestic, mesmerising The rough flight isn’t for the faint one displaying the traditional ways most agree landscape stretching hearted or soft stomached, but of production, bare feet grape that they have how frequently are you going to to the horizon. Other activities crushing followed by fermentation in botisome sort witness hundreds of millennia old include sand sledding and bejas, the other using modern techniques for of religious ing driven around at breakneck markings stretching over 80 km? mass producing high quality booze. During connotations. speeds by some local maniac.

The tours are notorious for their your time in Peru, you must try the nationrelatively frequent air crashes, so al favourite cocktail, Pisco sour. Don’t let choose your tour company with caution, the unusual ingredient of egg whites put Nearby is the city of Nazca, where the like the Paracas Candelabra. Nobody really you off, the stuff is delicious. aforementioned promise of ancient geoHumboldt penguin, Chincha Islands

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knows why the Nazca lines exist but most agree that they have some sort of religious connotations.

Nearby Arequipa is different to How most of the other tourist cities in Isla de la Luna Peru. The attraction isn’t the pull frequently of Inca ruins, as there are none, are you going some of the finest white water Peru at the decimation of his creation, causing but a beautiful mix of indigenous has to offer. With so much to do, a great flood and drowning all the pumas, to witness and colonial architecture largely it’s best to allocate more than an somehow turning them to stone in the hundreds built using sillar from the city’s overnight stop in this enchanting process. A couple managed to survive the of millennia surrounding volcanoes. The city. Having said that, both rafting deluge in a reed boat, and decided on the old markings sillar, white in colour, is what has and hiking along with kayaking and name Lake Titicaca, roughly meaning stone stretching earned Arequipa the nickname, horse riding are also available at puma, referencing a puma shaped sacred over 80km? the white city. Standing in the the fairly close Colca Canyon. The rock on the lake’s Isla del Sol. So there you Plaza de Armas will substantiate canyon is more than twice as deep have it, when anyone anywhere around the nickname, while nearby Convento de as the USA’s ‘grand’ canyon and harbours the world hears the name Lake Titicaca, Santa Teresa, known as a city within the communities which pre date the Inca era. they think ‘stone puma’. city, will allow you see its inner beauty.

Giant hummingbirds float through the breeze as you At over 8,300 square kilometres of The sillar, The hikers’ volcano of choice is usually El hike your way to the nearest water to explore, spilling over the white in Misti, the smaller of the nearest two, but hot spring, stopping at 6000 border into Bolivia, high in the the colour, is what the harder climb. A day hiking followed by year old rock art and endless Andes, you quickly exhaust the use has earned an overnight stop, stunning sunrise, and a breathtaking viewpoints. Mayof your size-based superlatives, Arequipa the bit more going up a hill will see you at the be plan for a longer holiday although, it is shrinking each year. nickname, the Glaciers feeding the lake are melting summit overlooking Arequipa. If you don’t than normal in this country. like trekking up, how about biking down? white city. due to rising global temperatures, Around $25 gets you a decent mountain Place names can often give and climate change is also shortenbike and safety equipment, along with a different meaning to different people, but ing the rainy season, if you believe most guide for your half day tour of biking down not this one: legend says some of the gods of the world’s top scientists. If you believe a volcano. For the same price, you could sent pumas to the area to eat the villagers the Trumpster, it’s just natural cycles or also spend that half day rafting around who disobeyed them. The sun god cried immigration or something.

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is written all over the city, often told toYou best point of access to Titicaca is the tionally dressed, with an alpaca, offering a gether, with colonial buildings built on Inca city of Puno. The place itself is known to great, non-staged photo opportunity, for a structures. To add another culture of sorts most as just a port city, but small fee. to the mix, Cusco has a distinct nightlife it will provide you with your A day hiking first view of the endless blue While you’re punished by the sun scene with an abundance of bars lining the followed by an Plaza de Armas. You’ll not be short of placwaters stretching out on the god during the day, at night, he overnight stop, es to re-sample those Pisco sours, places one side, and South America’s abandons you, condemning you stunning sunrise, to eat, buy local paintings for inflated pricbackbone in the form of the to a night of many layers. The and a bit more es, and get that ridiculous tattoo of animals Andes on the other. From here, high altitude brings a cold night, going up a hill around your ankle. Cheap hostels, and a you can make your way out but along with it, a clear one. will see you at party atmosphere by night combined with onto one of the many islands.

The sky from here and the other the summit... ancient ruins and rich architectural heriislands is mesmerising, and most tage by day make this a travellers hotspot.

Isla del Sol is where the sun likely among the best you’ll see Visit the vibrant San Pedro market for god himself was born, and it’s easy to in your lifetime. The island worth visiting some local cuisine and perfect your salsa believe during the heat of the day - bring include Isla del Luna, which provides more skills with the local dancing school. Of sun protection. The island’s main draw is tranquility and ruins along Cusco has course, there are options, as with most its natural beauty and serenity. But now with spectacular mountain tourist cities in Peru, for your day trip that tourist infrastructure is in place, you views. Isla Amantani and a distinct out of the city to go hiking, canoeing, can take a couple of days leisurely hiking Taquile should also be on nightlife around the island, knowing that you’ll your itinerary, where you’ll scene with an or mountain biking. One thing is for sure, there’s definitely enough to keep have a comfortable bed at the end of it. stay with a local family, as no abundance you entertained in this buzzing city to This means that finding your inner peace hotels grace their lands. of bars lining keep you out of those Irish bars. is more likely to happen on the hike, away the Plaza de from the restaurants and hotels, or perStill in the southeast of Armas.

And so, we come to what many perhaps on another island. During your walks, Peru, Cusco was the chosen ceive as the main event; the pièce de you’ll find Inca ruins, the puma shaped capital of the Incas before résistance, the big thing. Machu Picchu is stone, and a bay which holds the form of a the Spanish came to build churches evknown the world over and on the bucket woman. You’ll also find some kids, tradierywhere. The tales of both of these eras list of everyone with dreams of wanderlust.

El Misti There are a few ways to do this. Easily the most famous and desirable is the classic Inca Trail, which needs to be booked in advance to avoid disappointment, and can be arranged from the comfort of Cusco. The five-day version begins in the small town of Ollantaytambo, it’s here you’ll get your first taste of what’s to come in the form on an Inca fortress. From here, you’ll sit in a car for the last time and arrive at Piscacucho to meet your guides and set off.

Follow the trail along rivers, through the cloud forests, and up to altitudes of around 4000m. This hike is hardest and highest on the third day, and altitude sickness can be a worry (it’s best to spend a few days in Cusco beforehand to slightly acclimatise yourself). The fourth day will provide you GIBRALTAR MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2017

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travel $25, however, in my opinion, it’s largely about the journey and experience as a whole, so choosing a trek is well worth it.

A worthy note is the Salkantay trek. The stunning scenery is, at least, just as amazing as the Inca Trail, and the five-day hike will fill you with a sense of achievement.

Be sure to pack warm clothing, camping at this altitude can be a wee bit chilly!

Most people will find themselves at Machu Pichu’s main entry town of Aguas Calientes. You’ll probably have to spend a night here, in the town that many feel is designed to make the wallets of the tourists Isla del Sol Iquito lighter. Buy as little as possible and drive a with your first view of Machu Picchu, hard bargain for everything. to push yourself to beat everyone else The canyon before taking you down to Machu Despite this shortcoming, and catch the place empty at sunrise. As is more than Picchu pueblo, also known as Aguas the place has a certain electhe sun comes up, it will illuminate the Calientes, to rest for the next day’s Lost City of the Incas, called so because twice as deep tricity hanging in the air as exploration of the wondrous Inca the collective excitement of despite its proximity to Cusco, the Spanish as the USA’s citadel everyone has come to see. those itching to see one of never found this citadel, which therefore ‘grand’ canyon the seven wonders remains untouched. The light and harbours of the modern world spills over the stone stairways Before looking at Machu Picchu itself, The sky from communities becomes palpable. and temples of the gods with there are quite a few other options here and the which pre date to get yourself up there. One popular other islands is the famous mountain in the the Inca era. background, with the face of an option is the Lares trek, shorter and Early in the morning, mesmerising, Inca etched into its peaks. more readily available than the more way before sunrise, and most likely desirable Inca Trail, but still a fairly decent you’ll join the hordes of tourists among the best The great thing about waking option. You can also opt to cheat if you so trekking up the many steps to you’ll see in desire. Busses run from Aguas Calientes Machu Picchu. It takes around an up super early and arriving your lifetime. frequently and will set you back around hour and a half, but you’ll want before sunrise (other than Colca Canyon

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It’s largely explore the Amazon jungle. You’ll be able the sunrise and the setting lenging, but has its own Inca ruins as to find a trip to suit you: a river tour down itself) is that you’ll beat the well as a new perspective of the Lost about the the Amazon, a day in the jungle, a few bus crowds, who will arrive City.

All that trekking and all those journey and days camping, or even a week with just a just after the sun. This gives ruins...

You may need to head back to experience as machete and a hammock. you a chance to marvel at get the train back to Cusco for an a whole, so You are The choice is yours, but if the area, before getting in egg whites based cocktail. choosing a trek and exploring its intricacies recommended you’ve made the journey is well worth it. If you have the time, another up here, try to do as much without the main crowds, to follow a as possible. Another reason but still crowds. After you’ve major port of call in Peru is the strict diet, people visit Iquitos is its had your fill, it may feel like a while since Amazonian city of Iquitos. The main including no status as an ayahuasca you’ve taken a hike, luckily, nearby there’s purpose for visiting this part of Peru, salt, sugar, or retreat centre. Ayahuasca Huayna Picchu, which can be a little chala four-hour flight from Cusco, is to sex, before the is a psychedelic made from shaman takes local plants, legal in Peru, you through which claim to have the the ritual. ability to offer life changing experiences. You are recommended to follow a strict diet, including no salt, sugar, or sex, before the shaman takes you through the ritual. These experiences come as a nightly occurrence or as part of a week-long retreat, but should be approached with caution and diligent research.

Having only covered a few places on a map so large, it is impossible to leave Peru without yearning for a hasty return. From the arid deserts and sand dunes to the luscious jungle vegetation, there really is something for everyone. A relaxing beach holiday, a rich cultural experience, hiking through the highlands, or a mix of all three will ensure your experience will provide you with memories to last a lifetime.

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wine words | Andrew Licudi AIWS

VITIS VINIFERA The evolution of wine

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ienjamin Franklin was undoubtedly At some point in human evolution, it would If you believe in the Darwinian theory of evolution, fast-forward the clock several thinking about man alone when he appear we lived in the forest canopy rarely famously wrote that wine is proof venturing onto the forest floor; a dark million years. If you are Creationist, start that God loves us. His and dangerous place full of hungry here - the point at which we are recognizassumption that we are therepredators. Leaving a safe tree top ha- ably human, have sufficient intelligence to There are survive the forest floor and just invented fore special, however, needs ven replete with all life’s necessities dozens of our first receptacle; probably wood or clay. to be challenged, or at least mammals able would only have been undertaken clarified, as there are dozens for good reason and one can imagine Up to this point, our wine drinking would to tolerate of mammals able to tolerate that alcohol in fallen, fermenting fruit have been consuming fermented fruit on and actively the spot whilst simultaneously spitting out and actively seek alcohol in could have encouraged many of our seek alcohol forest dirt and insects. Receptacles would much the same way as we do. tree dwelling ancestors to engage in much the have allowed us to collect large quantities Drunken elks in Scandinavia, in risky behaviour. We still do. same way as of fruit and with spontaneous fermentamacaques drinking heavily at Fallen fruit would have provided us we do. the end of the day, fruit bats with seasonal supplies of low tion inevitable, wine making of a sort had arrived. with large amounts of alcohol alcohol wines perhaps no more Reports of in their blood able to navigate complex than one or two percent in strength, an unknown courses are all well-documented examples enough to get us hooked and send As time went by, larger vine disease of alcohol tolerance. There is one species, us on an evolutionary path to alcohol receptacles would have been in Southern however, that is easily the biggest boozer tolerance and an accelerated journey made to make the most of Rhone were amongst mammals, drinking the equivalent to increased intelligence and cunning seasonal fruit and wine. These first reported receptacles, too cumbersome of several bottles at a time without any ill - essential tools to survive the alien in 1863. effects - the pen-tailed treeshrew of Maforest floor. It could be argued, for everyday use, would have laysia wins hands down when it comes to therefore, that without wine, we may been stored from one year alcohol tolerance, proof that God may well have been happily, but soberly, still living to the next resulting in something quite love this treeshrew more than he does us! in trees. extraordinary.

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wine By reusing wine containers, humans would have unwittingly taken on the role of Darwinian natural selection and, sometime in our distant past a yeast, against all odds, survived fermentation whilst all around it perished in their own alcoholic excreta.

This microscopic survivor would have lain dormant in the container until reawakened the following year by water and fruit sugars to start all over again! Over millennia, our little survivor and its progeny would have been thrown into annual survival contests, tolerating ever higher levels of alcohol eventually evolving into a distinct species. These yeasts never existed in the wild and would be found only in wine containers or around early human habitations where spillages occurred.

strikes. A disaster whose seeds had been sown when Columbus discovered America opening the way for the eventual settlement of California and Mexico by Spanish monasteries.

Monks thirsty for wine were soon cultivating local vines like Vitis Rupestris whose wines, disappointingly, were found to possess animal-like aromas and flavours.

The European vine Vinifera was soon imported but something unexpected happened. The European vine initially flourished but then succumbed to disease and died. The reason, not understood at the time, would eventually become painfully clear in the 19th century France.

Reports of an unknown vine disease in The 20th Saccharomyces cerevisiae the Southern Rhone were first reported in century saw wine yeast par excellence, the rise of the 1863. This mysterious disease began used for thousands of years, to take hold and kill vineyards all over New World as evolved with us, and many France. Panic set in and the governserious players ment of the day offered over 300,000 believe that it may well in the global be the earliest example of francs to anyone able to produce a wine trade. domestication long before cure for this blight. wine trade. Australia demystifies wines we subjugated animals. by labelling bottles with grape varieties Thousands of strains of Saccharomyces The culprit, a small yellow insect clinging allowing consumers to express preference can now be traced to different geographto the roots of dying vines, was eventuwithout specialist knowledge. Californian ical locations leading some researches ally identified by Jules Emile-Planchon as wines unexpectedly beat France’s finest in to believe that ancient human migration Phylloxera but not before the French wine a blind tasting in 1976 in Paris. The French patterns could one day be unravelled from industry had been decimated. judges, unused to Californian wines, deep within Saccharomyces’s DNA. rated Stag’s Leap 1973 ahead of France’s How Phylloxera came to Europe is disbeloved grand cru Mouton Rothschild. This Vitis vinifera, the European vine, or rather puted but it is now accepted that it was now famous or infamous tasting, dependits wild ancestor Vitis Vinifera Sylvesimported by collectors of plants from the ing if you are French or American, gives a tris would have flourished widely around eastern seaboard of the United States, the massive boost of confidence to Californian the Mediterranean and its berries, full of home of dreaded insect. producers still in evidence today. sugar, would have soon been considered Californian the fruit par excellence for winemaking.

Every cloud has a silver lining Today wine is made everywhere. wines and Rioja, one of France’s China is soon expected to have unexpectedly Once humans started farming, Sylvestris is closest neighbours, was an inithe largest area under vine. The beat France’s domesticated and Vinifera evolves and tial beneficiary when demand US, Chile, Argentina and Austrafinest in a takes over. It is still the only vine species for its wines rocketed as suplia are now mature players in the blind tasting in global wine trade - their influence used today. plies in France dwindled. Rioja 1976 in Paris. used this period to consoliexpected to rise as they produce Travelling forward in time, we pass tribal dated its wine industry until sought-after wines at prices to Europe, the Romans who spread the vine Phylloxera reached its vineyards in 1899. match France’s finest. Terroir, a concept far and wide, the Visigoths and Germanic derided previously in the New World, is tribes each no doubt making a contribution At the height of the blight, all manner of increasingly adopted and the race is on to to viticulture. As we speed by, we see the remedies was proposed in the hope of dethrone France as the world’s top proChurch and monasteries raising winemakwinning the cash prize. The less outraducer of fine wines. ing beyond an art and into quasi-scientific geous ones were tried; including flooding principles. The monks start disseminating vineyards or trying to poison Phylloxera.

A longer version of this article, written by Burgundy vineyards into different quality None were successful. It was Leo Laliman, Andrew Licudi, was published by Jancis Roblevels and an early concept of terroir (the a winegrower, who first proposed grafting inson as one of the finalist articles in a worldidea that wine quality depends on the land the European vine Vitis Vinifera onto resiswide wine writing competition. and climate whose potential can be equalled tant American rootstock. It worked. This but never surpassed) enters the vigneron’s became the lifesaver of the wine industry psyche for the first time. in Europe and beyond. Today, there are few ungrafted vines anywhere and Laliman Arriving at 19th century, we see wine-proclaimed the prize but was turned down by ducing regions throughout Europe. Wine the politicians of the time as grafting, they exports have become important contribclaimed, was a prevention not a cure. utors to the national wealth and prestige of many countries. All is well with the The 20th century saw the rise of the New wine world until, in the 1860’s, disaster World as serious players in the global GIBRALTAR MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2017

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recipes

RICOTTA CANNELLONI with mushrooms and spinach

INGREDIENTS olive oil for frying 400g mushrooms, sliced 4 garlic cloves, diced 300g spinach 20 lasagne sheets, part-boiled 1 cup marinara sauce ½ cup water For the ricotta:

DIRECTIONS Heat olive oil in a frying pan, add mushrooms and fry for ten minutes.

In a blender, mix all ricotta ingredients until smooth.

500g tofu

To the frying pan, add garlic for a few seconds, and spinach until it’s reduced.

¼ cup nutritional yeast

Coat lasagne sheets with the ricotta, add a spoonful of veggies from the frying pan and roll into cannelloni.

lemon juice from two lemons 1 tbsp olive oil 2 handfuls fresh basil

Mix half of the marinara sauce with water in a casserole, place the cannelloni and cover with the remaining sauce. You can sprinkle with grated cheese.

½ tsp salt and pepper

Bake for 25 minutes in a pre-heated oven at 180oC. Decorate with a few fresh basil leaves.

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MATCHA CHEESECAKE Ten-ingredient antioxidant treat!

DIRECTIONS Add dates to a food processor and blend until small bits remain and it forms into a ball. Remove and set aside.

INGREDIENTS For the filling: 1½ cup (180 g) raw cashews (soaked overnight in cool water or in very hot water for 1 hour) optional: 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 lemon, juiced (~3 tbsp or 45 ml) ¼ cup (60 ml) light coconut milk ¼ cup (53 ml) melted coconut oil ½ cup (120 ml) maple syrup or agave ¼ cup (60 g) coconut yogurt ¼ tsp sea salt 1½ - 2 tsp matcha green tea powder For the crust: 1 cup packed medjool dates (about 22 dates or 275 g), pitted 1½ cup (155 g) raw walnuts or almonds Pinch sea salt GIBRALTAR MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2017

Pour ⅔ filling into the crust and tap a few times to release any air bubbles. Set aside.

Add nuts and salt and process into a meal.

Then add dates back in and blend until a loose dough forms - it should stick together when you squeeze a bit between your fingers. If it’s too dry, add a few more dates through the spout while processing. If too wet, add more chopped walnuts.

To the remaining filling, add the matcha powder, starting with 1½ tsp. Blend until creamy and smooth. Then taste and see if it needs more matcha. Add to the filling in a swirling motion. Then swirl a few times with a spoon or a chopstick to create more of a swirl. Tap on the counter to release any air bubbles.

Line a standard pie, round cake dish, or 7-inch springform pan with parchment paper. Then add crust mixture and carefully press with fingers to distribute.

Cover loosely with plastic wrap and freeze until set - about 3-4 hours depending on size of dish. When set, it will be firm to the touch.

To pack it down, use a flat-edged drinking glass lined with parchment paper and really press it down, pushing some crust up the sides. Place in the freezer to firm up.

To serve, set out of the freezer until slightly soft to the touch - about 15-20 minutes.

Then slice with a hot knife for easier slicing. Top with a touch of coconut whipped cream and fresh berries, or enjoy as is!

Add all filling ingredients except matcha to a high-speed blender and blend until creamy and smooth, scraping down sides as needed. If it has trouble blending, add a bit more coconut milk.

Taste and adjust flavor/sweetness as needed, adding more coconut yogurt or lemon juice for tang, maple syrup for sweetness, or vanilla for vanilla flavor.

Once this cheesecake has been frozen, it can be stored in the fridge up to three days, but it will become quite soft. For this reason, store it in the freezer and set out for 15-20 minutes before slicing/serving to enjoy the best texture. Store leftovers in the freezer up to one month or the fridge up to three days.

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Casa Pepe

A delightful terrace, bar, restaurant on the prestigious Queensway Quay Marina. Wonderful location for business meetings, weddings, anniversaries and other special occasions. Specialising in fresh fish caught locally with daily specials including seabass, dorada, sole, and bream, plus a very comprehensive a la carte menu. Also available are tapas and raciones (double size tapas) to share (or not!) prior to a main course.

Mixed paellas also available, as well as fish cooked in rock salt, whole suckling pig and baby lamb to order.

Open: Tues-Sat lunch & evening, Sunday lunch only, closed Mondays.

Casa Pepe, 18 Queensway Quay Marina, Tel/Fax: 200 46967 Email: casa.pepe.gib@gmail.com.

Visit: www.casapepegib.com

The Lounge Stylish Lounge Gastro Bar on Queensway Quay Marina serving best quality food prepared by passionate, qualified chefs. Popular quiz on Sundays from 7pm and a relaxed friendly atmosphere. A separate Lounge Bar Area serving a wide range of hot drinks, wines, beers, spirits and cocktails at reasonable prices, with large TV’s for sports and events coverage.

Open: 10am-late Mon - Sun Be sure to arrive early to ensure a seat!

The Lounge 17 Ragged Staff Wharf, Queensway Quay Marina Tel: 200 61118 info@thelounge.gi

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Nunos Italian

Nunos Italian Restaurant, overlooking the Mediterranean, is popular with hotel guests, tourists and local residents. This 2 rosette rated, AA restaurant is renowned for its eclectic interior, intimate atmosphere and fine cuisine. Savour a wide selection of freshly prepared Italian delicacies, including bread, pasta, meat and fish, followed by delicious desserts. In the summer months, the hotel offers alfresco dining for private parties in the Garden Grill. Sitting nestled in the colonial garden you can enjoy a mouth-watering menu of charcoal-grilled meats and freshly prepared salads in candlelit surroundings.

Open: Mon-Sun 1-3pm lunch, 7–11pm dinner Nunos Italian Restaurant and Terrace Caleta Hotel, Catalan Bay Tel: 200 76501 Email: reservations@caletahotel.gi

Solo Bar & Grill Solo Bar and Grill is a stylish and modern eatery — perfect for business functions or lunches — and part of the popular Cafe Solo stable. Serving everything from Goats’ Cheese Salad, Mediterranean Pâté and Cajun Langoustines to Beer Battered John Dory, or Harissa Chicken, and Chargrilled Sirloin Steak.

This is a delightful venue in Europort with a cosy mezzanine level and terrace seating. Well worth a visit, or two! Available for private functions and corporate events — call 200 62828 to book your function or event.

Open: 12-8pm.

Solo Bar & Grill, Eurotowers Tel: 200 62828

Café Solo Modern Italian eatery set in lively Casem a t e s s q u a re .

Everything from chicory and crispy pancetta salad with walnuts, pears and blue cheese dressing, or king prawn, mozzarella and mango salad to pastas (eg: linguine with serrano ham, king prawns and rocket; smoked salmon and crayfish ravioli with saffron and spinach cream) to salads (eg: Vesuvio spicy beef, cherry tomatoes, roasted peppers and red onions; and Romana chorizo, black pudding, egg and pancetta) and pizzas (eg: Quatto Stagioni topped with mozzarella, ham, chicken, pepperoni and mushroom) and specialities such as salmon fishcakes, beef medallions and duck. Daily specials on blackboard. No smoking.

Café Solo Grand Casemates Square. Tel: 200 44449

Jury’s Café-Wine Bar Next to the Law Courts, with a terrace seating area, Jury’s has a selection of Ciabattas, paninis, baguettes and wraps, plus popular sharing dishes, such as Your Honour’s platter. Jacket potatoes, main courses, pasta and some innocent salads too. For those with a sweet tooth, there are tantalising homemade desserts, Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, as well as Lavazza coffees and frappes.

Open: 7am-midnight Mon-Sat, 9am-midnight Sun. Jury’s Café & Wine Bar 275 Main Street. Tel: 200 67898 www.jurysgibraltar.com

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All’s Well

O’Reilly’s

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Lord Nelson

Traditional pub in fashionable Casemates area. Named for the 18th century practise of locking gates to the city at night when the guard called ‘All’s Well’.

All’s Well serves Bass beers, wine and spirits plus pub fare. English breakfast all day, hot meals such as pork in mushroom sauce, sausage & mash, cod & chips and steak & ale pie plus a range of salads and jacket potatoes. Large terrace. Karaoke Mondays and Wednesdays until late. Free tapas on a Friday 7pm.

Traditional Irish bar with full HD sports coverage and Irish breakfast from 8am (Sunday from 9am).

Guinness on draught. Food includes salads, jackets, beef & Guinness pie, Kildare chicken, chicken brochette, gourmet burgers, wraps, children menu, homemade desserts, daily specials and more. And just like in Ireland there’s no smoking inside, so a great atmosphere for all.

Situated in the corner of Casemates Square, the bar is a celebration of the life of Lord Nelson. See the collection of nautical art & memorabilia, including a brass pin from HMS Victory itself.

HMS crews’ breakfast served from 10am, full menu including steak & ale pie, traditional fish & chips & much more served all day until 10pm.

Jam session Thursday, live top local band on Friday & Karaoke Saturday nights.

All’s Well Casemates Square. Tel: 200 72987

O’Reilly’s Ocean Village. Tel: 200 67888 www.oreillysgibraltar.com

Lord Nelson Bar Brasserie 10 Casemates Tel: 200 50009 Visit: www.lordnelson.gi

Bridge Bar & Grill

Star Bar

Located on the w a t e r ’s e d g e , Ocean Village, just across the bridge from O’Reilly’s. This bar & grill is a fusion of an American themed menu with Tarifa chill out style. Open for breakfast from 9am serving healthy options, freshly squeezed orange juice and Italian Lavazza coffee. Try the spicy Caribbean rum ribs, southern fried chicken bucket, the popular Texas burger or a selection of tasty salads and homemade desserts. London Pride, San Miguel & Carling beer on draught, live sports.

Bridge Bar & Grill Ocean Village Tel: 200 66446 www.bridgebargibraltar.com

Gibraltar’s oldest bar, just off Main St. Small cosy and famous for its full English breakfast from 8am (9am on Sunday). A full menu including fish & chips, until 10pm. The home of Star Coffee, draught beers include Heineken, Old Speckled Hen, Murphys and Strongbow cider. Managed

by Hunter Twins from Stafford, England, also home to Med Golf & Tottenham Hotspur supporters club.

Located next to Pizza Hut in Casemates and in Eurotowers, serves a variety of salads/baguettes (white, brown, ciabatta) filled with a deli selection such as roast chicken; smoked salmon & mascapone; ham, cheese and coleslaw; or humous, avocado & roast red pepper. Salads fresh and tasty (Greek, Waldorf, cous cous, tuna pasta etc), great value. Jackets, quiches, coffee plus cakes (flapjacks, muffins) available all day. Eat-in area. Soups in winter.

Star Bar Parliament Lane. Tel: 200 75924 Visit: www.starbargibraltar.com

Solo Express Grnd Flr, ICC, Casemates & Eurotowers Tel: 200 62828

Gibraltar Arms

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The Gibraltar Magazine’s appetite guide is a perfect platform to reach local customers as well as tourists. Here you can advertise all the info anyone needs to know about your establishment. Is yours the best food around? Do you cater for special dietary needs? Are your opening hours attractive?

What’s your vibe? Tell everyone on the pages of your local magazine!

The Gibraltar Magazine Portland House Tel: 200 77748 Fb & Tw: @gibmag anna@thegibraltarmagazine.com www.thegibraltarmagazine.com

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Solo Express

Everyone will see your advert here.

Take a nice photo and invite new customers!

Or remind the old ones why they love your place :)

On Main Street opposite the cathedral, enjoy a meal, coffee or a cool beer on the terrace and watch the world go by!

Bar decorated with rare military plaques from regiments and navy ships visiting Gibraltar. Full breakfast menu served from 7am, draught beers on tap include Old Speckled Hen bitter, Murphys Irish stout, Heineken lager and Strongbow cider.

Gibraltar Arms 184 Main Street. Tel: 200 72133 Visit: www.gibraltararms.com

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The Waterfront Restaurant & Bar 4/5 Ragged Staff Wharf, Queensway Quay, Gibraltar

Rendezvou Chargrill 14 Ragged Staff Wharf, Queensway Quay, Gibraltar

The Landings Restaurant 15 Ragged Staff Wharf, Queensway Quay, Gibraltar

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clubs & activities Arts & Crafts Cross Stitch Club: John Mackintosh Hall, 1st Floor, Mon 6-8pm, fee £1.

Gibraltar Arts & Crafts Association: Children: Mon&Fri 12.30-2pm, Mon-Fri 3.45-5.15pm Adults: Wed 5.45-7.15, Sat 10.30 to 12.30, Tel: 20073865 email: gibartsandcrafts@hotmail.com Knit and Natter Group: Tues 11am-3pm, Thurs 5.30-7.30pm, at Arts & Crafts Shop, Casemates balcony. Free to join and refreshments provided. Tel: 20073865.

The Arts Centre: Prince Edward’s Road, Art classes for children and adults. For more info call Tel: 200 79788.

The Fine Arts Association Gallery: At Casemates. Open 10am-2pm, 3-6pm Mon-Fri, Sat 11am-1pm.

The Gibraltar Decorative and Fine Arts Society: Affiliated to UK NADFAS meets third Wed of month at 6.30pm at Eliott Hotel - lecturers & experts from the UK talk on Art etc. Contact: Chairman Claus Olesen 200 02024 claus.olesen@sghambros.com.

Membership Ian Le Breton 200 76173 ilebreton@SovereignGroup.com Board Games Calpe Chess Club & Junior Club: meets in Studio 1, John Mackintosh Hall Thursday, Juniors: 5p.m. - 7 p.m. / Tuesday & Thursday 7p.m. - 10:30 The Gibraltar Scrabble Club: Meets on Tuesdays at 3pm. Tel: Vin 20073660 or Roy 20075995. All welcome.

The Subbuteo Club: Meets in Charles Hunt Room, John Mackintosh Hall.

Dance Adult Dance Classes: Wed evenings at Kings Bastion Leisure Centre from 7-8.30pm. Contact Dilip on 200 78714.

Art in Movement Centre: Hiphop/Break Dance,Contemporary Dance, Pilates, Capoeira, Acrobatics, Street Kids & Tods, Modern Dance. Performance and Film opportunities. Judo & Jujitsu Classes: Tue/ Thur with Sensei Conroy. All ages. Budokai Martial Arts Centre, Wellington Front. www. artinmovement.net FB: Art In Movement A.I.M, tel 54025041 or 54007457 Ballet, Modern Theatre, Contemporary & Hip Hop: weekly at Danza Academy.

Training from 3 years to Adult Advanced.

68/2 Prince Edward’s Rd Tel: 54027111.

Bellydance Classes, all levels, Tue 8-9pm at the Ocean Village Gym (non–members welcome). Contact 54005593.

DSA Old & Modern Sequence Dancing: Sessions at Central Hall Fri 8.30pm, beginners 8pm. Tel: 200 78901 or tony@gibraltar.gi Everybody welcome.

Modern & Latin American Sequence Dancing: Mon at Catholic Community Centre 8pm. Tel. Andrew 200 78901.

Modern, Contemporary, Lyrical, Flexibility, Hip Hop & Dance Theatre: Classes weekly at Urban Dance Studio, 2 Jumpers Bastion.

Tel: Yalta 54012212 or Jolene 54015125.

Rockkickers Linedance Club: Governor’s Meadow 1st School. www.rockkickers.com Salsa Gibraltar Salsa: Tues at Laguna Social Club, Laguna Estate. Beginners 7-8.30pm.

Intermediates 8.30-10pm. Tel: Mike 54472000 or info@salsagibraltar.com Zumba Classes at Urban Dance: Jumpers Bastion, with certified instructor Tyron Walker. Tel: 20063959 or 54012212 or Twitter: @UrbanDanceGib History & Heritage The Gibraltar Heritage Trust: Main Guard, 13 John Mackintosh Sq. Tel: 200 42844.

The Gibraltar Classic Vehicle Association: Dedicated to preservation of Rock’s transport/motoring heritage. Assists members in restoration / maintenance of classic vehicles. New members welcome. Tel: 200 44643.

Garrison Library Tours: at 11am on Fri, duration 1h 50mins. Tel: 20077418.

History Alive: Historical re-enactment parade. Main Street up to Casemates Square every Sat at 12 noon.

Music Gibraltar National Choir and Gibraltar Junior National Choir: Rehearses at the Holy Trinity Cathedral. Tel: 54831000.

The Calpe Band: Mon & Wed. For musicians of brass/woodwind instruments of all standards/ages/abilities 7-9pm. Tel:

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Outdoor Activities The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Gibraltar: Exciting self-development programme for young people worldwide equipping them with life skills to make a difference to themselves, their communities and the world. Contact: Award House, North Mole Road, PO Box: 1260. mjpizza@ gibtelecom.net, www.thedukes.gi.

Social Clubs The Rotary Club of Gibraltar meets the Rock Hotel, 7pm Tuesday evenings. Guests welcome. For contact or info www.rotaryclubgibraltar.com Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes: (Gibraltar Province) meets RAOB Club, 72/9 Prince Edward’s Road ­- Provincial Grand Lodge, Thu/month, 7.30pm. William Tilley 2371, Thurs 8.30pm. Buena Vista 9975, monthtly, Social Lodge. www.akearn1.wix. com/raob-gibraltar, william.tilley.lodge@ hotmail.co.uk, Clive, tel: 58008074 Special Interest Clubs & Societies Creative Writers Group: meets up on Tuesday mornings at 10.30 in O’Reillys Irish Bar and it is free to attend. Tel: Carla 54006696.

Gibraltar Book Club: For info Tel: Parissa 54022808.

Gibraltar Horticultural Society: meets 1st Thurs of month 6pm, J.M. Hall.

Spring Flower Show, slide shows, flower arrangement demos, outings to garden centres, annual Alameda Gardens tour. All welcome.

Gibraltar Philosophical Society: devoted to intellectually stimulating debate. Frequent lectures and seminars on a range of topics.

Tel: 54008426 or Facebook: facebook.com/gibphilosophy Gibraltar Photographic Society: Meets on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. Wellington Front.

Induction courses, talks, discussions, competitions etc. For details contact the secretary on, leslinares@gibtelecom.net Harley Davidson Owners’ Club: www.hdcgib.com Lions Club of Gibraltar: Meets 2nd and 4th Wed of the month at 50 Line Wall Road. www.lionsclubofgibraltar.com St John’s Ambulance: Adult Volunteers Training Sessions from 8-10pm on Tues. Tel: 200 77390 or training@stjohn.gi The Royal British Legion: For info or membership contact the Branch Secretary 20074604 or write to PO Box 332.

UN Association of Gibraltar: PO Box 599, 22a Main Street. Tel: 200 52108.

Sports Supporters Clubs Tottenham Hotspur Supporters Club: Meets at Star Bar, Parliament Lane, when Spurs games are televised - call prior to matches to check game is televised. Great food for a lunch if KO is early or an early supper if the game is later.

Gibraltar Arsenal Supporters Club: Meets match days upstairs at Time Out Café, Eurotowers. Gooners of all ages welcome.

For info/news visit www.GibGooners.com Tel: 54010681 (Bill) or 54164000 (John).

Gibraltar Hammers: Meets on match days at the Victoria Stadium Bar, Bayside Road. All league games are shown live. All West Ham supporters and their families are welcome. For details visit www. gibraltarhammers.com or gibraltarhammers@ hotmail.com Sports & Fitness Artistic Gymnastics: Gibraltar Artistic Gymnastics Association. Tel: Angela 200 70611 or Sally 200 74661.

Athletics: Gibraltar Amateur Athletics Association holds competitions through year for juniors, adults and veterans. Two main clubs (Calpeans 200 71807, Lourdians 200 75180) training sessions at Victoria Stadium.

Badminton: Recreational badminton weekdays at Victoria Stadium (Tel: 200 78409 for allocations). Gibraltar Badminton Association (affiliated to BWF& BE) junior club/tournaments, senior leagues/ recreational. www.badmintongibraltar.com Ballet Barre Fitness: Adults on Wed 10am & Fri 6pm at The Arts Centre. Tel: 54033465 or pilatesgibraltar@hotmail.com

Basketball: Gibraltar Amateur Basketball Association (affiliated FIBA) leagues/ training for minis, passarelle, cadets, seniors and adults at a variety of levels. Tel: John 200 77253, Randy 200 40727.

Boxing: Gibraltar Amateur Boxing Association (member IABA) gym on Rosia Rd. Over 13s welcome. Tuition with ex-pro boxer Ernest Victory. Tel: 56382000 or 20042788.

Cheerleading: Gibraltar Cheerleading Association, girls and boys of all ages.

Chearleading and street cheer/hip hop at Victoria Stadium. Recreational / competitive levels. Tel: 58008338.

Canoeing: Gibraltar Canoeing Association.

Tel: Nigel 200 52917 or Arturo 54025033.

Cricket: Gibraltar Cricket, National Governing Body & Associate Member of ICC. Governs International & Domestic Men’s, Women’s, Boys’ & Girls’ cricketleague & cup competitions and in-school coaching. www.gibraltarcricket.com, info@ gibcricket.com, Twitter: @Gibraltar_Crick Cycling: Gibraltar Cycling Association various cycling tours.

Darts: Gibraltar Darts Association (full member of WDF & affiliate of BDO). We cater for men, ladies & youth who take part in leagues, competitions and a youth academy for the correct development of the sport. Tel: Darren 54027171 Secretary, Alex 54021672 Youth Rep, Justin 54022622 President. Email: info@ gibraltardarts.com Football: Gibraltar Football Association leagues/competitions for all ages OctoberMay. Futsal in summer, Victoria Stadium. Tel: 20042941 www.gibraltarfa.com Gaelic Football Club (Irish sport): Males any age welcome. Get fit, play sport, meet new friends, travel around Spain/Europe and play an exciting and competitive sport. Training every Wed on the MOD pitch on Devil’s Tower Road at 7pm. Andalucia League with Seville and Marbella to play matches home and away monthly. Visit www.gibraltargaels. com or secretary.gibraltar.europe@gaa.ie Hockey: Gibraltar Hockey Association (members FIH & EHF) high standard competitions/training for adults/juniors.

Tel: Eric 200 74156 or Peter 200 72730 for info.

Iaido: teaches the Japanese sword (Katana), classes every week. www.iaidogibraltar.com Iwa Dojo, Kendo & Jujitsu: Classes every week, for kids/adults. Tel: 54529000 www. iwadojo.com or dbocarisa@iwadojo.com Judo and Ju-jitsu: Gibraltar Budokai Judo Association UKMAF recognised instructors for all ages and levels at Budokai Martial Arts Centre, Wellington Front. Tel: Charlie 20043319.

Ju-jitsu: Gibraltar Ju-jitsu Academy training and grading for juniors/seniors held during evening at 4 North Jumpers Bastion. Tel: 54011007.

Karate-do Shotokai: Gibraltar Karate-do Shotokai Association - Karate training for junior & seniors at Clubhouse, Shotokai karate centre, 41H Town Range. Monday: 9:30 p.m. & Wednesday 9:45 p.m.

Karate: Shotokan karate midday Mon beginners, other students 8.30pm. Thurs 8.30pm. In town at temporary dojo or privately by arrangement. Contact Frankie 54038127 or info@fhmedia.co.uk.

Motorboat Racing: Gibraltar Motorboat Racing Association Tel: Wayne 200 75211.

Muay Thai and Muay Boran Club: Tues & Thur at Boyd’s Kings Bastion Leisure Centre at 6:30pm, Tel: John – 54024707 FB: Gibraltar Muay Thai Netball: Gibraltar Netball Association (affiliated FENA & IFNA) competitions through year, senior/junior leagues. Tel: 20041874.

Petanque: Gibraltar Petanque Association.

New members welcome. Tel: 54002652.

Pilates: Intermediate Pilates: Tues & Fri 9.30am, beginners Pilates: Fri 10.50am at the Shotokai Centre, 41H Town Range. Tel: 54033465 or pilatesgibraltar@hotmail.com Gibraltar Pool Association: (Member of the EBA) home and away league played on Thurs through out the season, various tournaments played on a yearly basis both nationally and internationally, Tel: 56925000 gibpool@gibtelecom.net, www.gib8ball.com Rhythmic Gymnastics: Gibraltar Rhythmic

Gymnastics Association runs sessions from 4 years of age, weekday evenings. Tel: 56000772 or Sally 200 74661.

Rugby: Gibraltar Rugby caters for all ages from 4 years old to veterans (over 35’s). It organises competitions and sessions for Juniors; 4 x Senior Clubs; Veterans team; Touch Rugby and a Referees Society. Email admin@gibraltarrfu. com or visit www.gibraltarrfu.com Sailing: Gibraltar Yachting Association junior/ senior competitive programme (April - Oct) Tel: Royal Gibraltar Yacht Club at 200 78897.

Shooting: Gibraltar Shooting Federation. Rifle, Europa Point Range (Stephanie 54020760); Clay pigeon, East Side (Harry 200 74354); Pistol, near Royal Naval Hospital (Louis 54095000).

Snooker: Members of European Billiards & Snooker Association - facilities at Jumpers Bastion with 3 tables. Professional coaching for juniors/seniors. Organised leagues/ tournaments and participation in international competitions. Tel: 56262000 / 54000068, or info@gibraltarsnooker.com Squash: Gibraltar Squash Association, Squash Centre, South Pavilion Road (members WSF & ESF). Adult and junior tournaments and coaching. Tel: 200 44922.

Sub-Aqua: Gibraltar Sub-Aqua Association taster dives for over 14s, tuition from local clubs. Voluntary sports clubs: Noah’s Dive Club and 888s Dive Club. Tel: 54991000.

Commercial sports diving schools available.

Time - Thursday 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m..

Telephone, Jenssen Ellul - 54027122 Swimming: Gibraltar Amateur Swimming Association (member FINA & LEN) opens its pool for leisure swimming. Junior lessons, squad for committed swimmers, water polo.

Pool open Mon&Thurs: 7-10am, 12.30-4pm.

Tue, Wed, Fri: 7-10am, 12:30-5pm. Sat: 3-5pm. Sun: closed. Mon to Fri from 5-6pm groups training. 6-7.30 squad training. Mon, Wed, Fri 7.30-8.30 swimming joggers, Tues & Thurs 7:30-8:30 junior Water polo. Mon, Tues & Thurs 8:30-10pm Adult water polo. Tel: 200 72869.

Table Tennis: Gibraltar Table Tennis Association training and playing sessions, Victoria Stadium, Tues 6-10pm and Thurs 8-11pm with coaching and league competition. Tel: 56070000 or 20060720.

Taekwondo: Gibraltar Taekwondo Association classes/gradings Tel: Mari 20044142 or www. gibraltartaekwondo.org Tai Chi: Tai Chi for children and adults.

Mon-Thur 6.30-8pm at Kings Bastion Leisure Centre and Sat 9am-1pm at the Yoga Centre, 33 Town Range. Tel: Dilip 200 78714.

Tennis: Gibraltar Tennis Association, Sandpits Tennis Club. Junior development programme.

Courses for adults, leagues and competitions.

Tel: Louis 200 77035.

Ten-Pin Bowling: At King’s Bowl in the King’s Bastion Leisure Centre every day. Gibraltar Ten Pin Bowling (members FIQ & WTBA) leagues, training for juniors and squad. Tel: 200 52442.

Triathlon: Hercules Triathlon Club organises swimming, running and cycling training sessions and competes regularly in Andalucia and Internationally. Contact chris.walker@york. gi or Facebook “Hercules Triathlon Club” Volleyball: Gibraltar Volleyball Association training, indoor leagues, beach volleyball competition, 3 v 3 competition, juniors and seniors.

Tel: 54001973 or 54885000.

Yoga: Integral Yoga Centre runs a full programme of classes from Mon-Fri at 33 Town Range. Tel: 200 41389. All welcome.

Theatrical Groups Gibraltar Amateur Drama Association: Meet at Ince’s Hall Theatre Complex, 310 Main Street. Tel: 20042237.

Trafalgar Theatre Group: Meets 2nd Wed of month, Garrison Library 8pm. All welcome.

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Alcoholics Anonymous meet 7pm Tues & Thurs at Nazareth House Tel: 200 73774.

A Step Forward support for single, separated, divorced/widowed people, meet 8pm Mon at St Andrew’s Church.

Mummy & Me Breastfeeding Support Group those who are pregnant, breastfeeding or have breastfed to get together for coffee / support.

Business Information Financial Serv. Commission Tel: 200 40283/4 Chamber of Commerce Tel: 200 78376 Federation Small Business Tel: 200 47722 Company Registry.Tel: 200 78193 Useful Numbers Airport (general info.).Tel: 200 12345 Hospital, St Bernards.Tel: 200 79700 Weather information.Tel: 5-3416 Frontier Queue Update Tel: 200 42777 Gibraltar Museum Tel: 200 74289 18/20 Bomb House Lane 10am-6pm (Sat 10am-2pm). Admission: Adults £2/ Children under 12 - £1.

Exhibitions also at Casemates gallery.

Gibraltar Garrison Library Tel: 200 77418 2 Library Ramp Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm. Free Library tour offered every Friday at 11am. chris.tavares@gibraltargarrisonlibrary.gi Registry Office Tel: 200 72289 It’s possible to get married within 48 hours. A fact taken advantage of by stars such as Sean Connery & John Lennon.

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Childline Gibraltar confidential phone line for children in need. Freephone 8008 - 7 days a week 5pm - 9pm Citizens’ Advice Bureau Open Mon-Thur 9:30am-4:00pm, Fri 9:30am- 3:30pm. Tel: 200 40006 Email: info@cab.gi or visit at 10 Governor’s Lane. Free & confidential, impartial & independent advice and info.

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Meetings at Catholic Community Centre Book Shop at 7.30pm first Thur of each month. Tel: 200 51469 Email: copeadsupport@hotmail.com Dignity At Work Now Confidential support and advice for those who are being bullied at work.

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Families Anonymous Support group for relatives and friends concerned about the use of drugs or related behavioural problems. Meet weekly on Thurs at 9pm at Gladys Perez Centre, 304A Main Street, Tel: 54007676 or 54014484.

Gibraltar Cardiac Rehabilitation and Support Group meets on the first Tues of every month at 8.30pm at John Mac Hall, except for Jul & Aug. Gibraltar Dyslexia Support Group 72 Prince Edwards Rd Tel: 200 78509 Mobile: 54007924 website: www.gdsg.co.uk Gibraltar Marriage Care Free relationship counselling, including pre-marriage education (under auspices of Catholic Church, but open to all). Tel: 200 71717.

Gibraltar Society for the Visually Impaired Tel: 200 50111 (24hr answering service).

Hope miscarriage support Tel: 200 41817.

Mummy & Me Breastfeeding Support: Meets every Thursday 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous Tel: 200 70720 Parental Support Group helping parents and grandparents with restrictive access to their children and grandchildren. Tel: 200 46536, 200 76618, or 54019602.

Psychological Support Group, PO Box 161, Nazareth House. Meet Tuesdays at 7pm, Fridays 8pm. Tel: Yolanda 54015553 With Dignity Gibraltar support for separated, divorced/widowed or single people. Meet Weds 9pm, Catholic Community Centre, Line Wall Rd. Outings/activities.

Women in Need Voluntary organisation for all victims of domestic violence. Refuge available. Tel: 200 42581 (24 hrs).

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GODS GET POETIC

When junk-food obesity stalks the streets, why bother about a Neanderthal tooth...

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eree. The paper was several weeks old I doubt I’ll ever understand these This was a limitless topic, fed as it was, by and had reached the top of the Rock the people, these Gibraltarians’, said Zeus, first-hand experience. Robes and tunics pointing at the spread of city streets and replaced by modern clothing, and accepted previous evening as part of the wrappings buildings stretched out below the Rock. by the community as rather quaint foreign- of Zeus’ fish and chips supper.

It was a gesture which any ers, most of the Olympian brood student of Classical sculpture had formed friendships and found ‘There’s a government press release here “They’re would have recognised - the work in the city. about the discovery of a Neanderthal constantly moment when the Father of child’s upper right canine milk tooth, which shovelling the Gods loses his hallmark they reckon to be at least 50,000 years And in the six months since the sugar-laden thunderbolt, recorded by old and has “set the archaeological world Pantheon had fled to Gibraltar rubbish into sculptors and painters down agog”. All this ridiculous to-do about a from the dire economic plight their mouths, the centuries, though in this Greece, and the incessant Babel of too...’ wreaking ruin instance, it held no threat for it passing refugees, all of the family was made with a finger of toast on their teeth...” - other than Zeus and Hera - had ‘So what’s to understand, Pa? ‘Dionysus inon which egg-yolk and Rose’s not only adopted 21st century terjected with the casual familiarity which Lime Marmalade melded into a dress but had absorbed so infuriated his parent, and mush of colour and a conflict of flavours. many local attitudes... and even which, along with ‘Daddy-oh’ “It’s a public picked up a smattering of Llanito. disgrace; I would and ‘Pop’, were part of the Soft-boiled egg and marmalade replaced slang-ridden vocabulary that his never have traditional nectar and ambrosia as Zeus’ ‘I’ll never understand these children had assimilated, among allowed that favourite breakfast - now the only meal at it less respectful terms they Gibraltarians,’ Zeus repeated, sort of thing which, on Hera’s insistence, all of the gods thumping a copy of the Chroninow used to address the Father when you were and goddesses sat down together, sharing of the Gods. cle spread beside his plate, and growing up.” news of each other’s doings, and discusssplattering driblets of egg and ing the behavioural oddities and foibles of marmalade across the table onto ‘Well, it should be obvious,’ the mortals in the city spread below them.

Artemis’ cocoa-pops and Hermes’ kedgcame the reply. ‘Have you seen their

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prose children - not just those standing around sharing a cigarette...school uniform or not, big and small, in prams or push-chairs, on foot or those dreadful skate things, they’re constantly shovelling sugar-laden rubbish into their mouths, wreaking ruin on their teeth - yet no-one says a word about that!

But find a 50,000-year-old milk tooth and the world goes wild,’ said Zeus with his customary exaggeration. ‘It’s a public disgrace; I would never have allowed that sort of thing when you were growing up.’

An assertion which prompted Hera to raise a quizzical eyebrow and a mix of amused disbelief among those seated at the table. All recalled his cavalier approach to paternal duties and his own overwhelming appetite for all things sweet.

“The Ministry of Culture is holding an autumn poetry competition with a £300 prize and our brothers going to enter with a sonnet.”

Athene, scrolling through Google on a smart-phone hidden in a fold of the tablecloth, saw from her father’s frown of concentration that he was about to launch another ill-tempered tirade and attempted to change the subject before the verbal tsunami began; ‘How’re your poetic efforts coming along?’, she called down the table to Hermes - who wriggled his shoulders uncomfortably. Embarrassed.

‘He’s turned from messages to verse?’ chortled Dionysus. His siblings shared his amusement as Hermes slumped awkwardly in his chair.

‘Oops. I shouldn’t have said that’, she apologised. ‘But there’s no reason they shouldn’t be told. They’ll know soon enough if you win. The Ministry of Culture is holding an autumn poetry competition with a £300 prize and our brothers going to enter with a sonnet,’ she explained.

More mirth.

‘A sonnet? Poseidon guffawed.

‘Gods don’t write poems - and certainly not sonnets. Inspire them, yes, but write them? No. We leave the versifying to mortals, like that Shakespeare chap, or Keats, or John Masefield. I inspired one of John’s poems y’ know. Something call “Sea Fever”...’

for coffee, tea and sometimes wine (or whisky, if they’re friends of mine.)’

Hera smiled with delight and clapped, the others joined in, even Zeus’ lips twitched.

I could write one, too,’ said Poseidon. ‘Listen:

“‘Gods don’t

‘All the creatures in the sea flap their fins and follow me.

Salmon, tuna, bass or cod worship me, for I’m their god.’

Even Zeus was silenced by write poems Athene’s disclosure. Other and certainly than Aristophanes (who had not sonnets.

And - mockery of Hermes forgotten - soon mocked him) and Sappho Inspire them, all of the Olympians were a-buzz, vying (who should have remained yes, but write for their verses to be heard. Most were no on Lesbos, keeping her ideas them? No.” better than Hebe’s or Poseidon’s and sevto herself) the Father of the eral were too vulgar or salacious to be reGods knew little of poets peated in a family magazine, but - duly printed and would be happy to remain in ignorance. But the silence was broken by Hebe. on a sheet of A4 paper, accompanied by name and telephone number, and handed in at John ‘I could write a poem,’ she said. In fact, I’ve MacIntosh Hall - this was Hermes’ sonnet: just thought of one. It goes like this: ‘When customers at Hambros Bank ask for a drink, it’s me they thank

Nostalgia Here is no scent of balsam on the air, no marble pillars mellow in the dawn, no murmured sounds of doves to greet the morn.

Instead, a screech of gulls; the rip and tear of tyre on tarmac; and a daily fare of noxious fumes, of fuel-fed farts - unseen but deadly. Set against a man-made screen, exotic trees whose boughs, though leafless, bare, point to crass blocks of tasteless glass and brick and concrete canyons clogged with truck and car, where junk-fed teen-agers are sometimes sick spewing a night’s excesses on the tar...

And thus Olympus - long since left behind looms large with longing in my wistful mind.

It did not win the £300 prize, nor was it one of the runners-up printed in the Chronicle.

But Hermes hopes it may amuse those readers who reach the last few pages of the Gibraltar Magazine...

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BABY LOSS AWARENESS Speaking out about the heart-breaking experience

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or children lost and I take pride in formThere are 2.6 million stillbirths globally regularly count my blessings for being ing part of this event. There’s no need to a mother. Don’t get me wrong, I count each year and in the UK, one in every 227 the minutes until they are in bed births end in a stillbirth. One in five women grieve alone when there are many out there who will genuinely understand what too! It’s certainly not all a bed of roses. will have a miscarriage at some point in you’re going through and will acknowledge their life.

Parenting is tough and fortunateOne of the heartache you’re experiencing. At the ly, we now live in a society where the hardest Wave of Light, some parents will opt for it’s easier and more acceptable to October 9-15th is Baby Loss sharing their stories whilst others get to say those words out loud. Howlessons that Awareness Week, which culmilight their candle and sit in a far corner in a ever, I do firmly believe that being a parent nates with the “Wave of Light” pensive mood. There is no right or wrong every child is a blessing. Not only has taught me, on the Sunday. Sunday 15th is way to grieve but it is always “nice” to are we there to teach our chilalso International Pregnancy and is how fragile see family and friends support the dren, but they have also taught Infant Loss Rememlife is. grieving parents at this event. Reme things along the way. brance Day. Anyone There’s no member, the loss of a child affects wishing to honour need to grieve brothers, sisters, aunts and grandthis is encouraged to light at One of the hardest lessons that being a alone when parents as well, and all are welcome candle at 7pm local time and parent has taught me, is how fragile life is. there are many to attend the Wave of Light event.” leave it burning for at least an Those heartbeats I was so lucky to see at out there who This year’s event is taking place at hour, in remembrance of the my twelve week scans are not a reality for will genuinely the Wooden Huts by Westview little lives taken too soon. one in five mums who lose their babies to understand...

Park from 7pm to 8pm. miscarriage before then.

Vice Chairperson of local Louise herself knows only too well the charity Baby STEPPs Louise Maclaren Unfortunately for some, the twelve week pain of losing a child. “The hardest part of shared “Every 15th of October, Baby and then 20 week scan, doesn’t necessargrieving the loss of a child is the fact that it STEPPs organises a “Wave of Light” ily mean they’re in the clear either. 20% is something you have to live with, day in, ceremony to remember all babies, infants of miscarriages occur after twelve weeks.

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parenting day out. Whilst it’s not something you can easily forget about, grieving parents learn to live with this grief and the heartache of not being able to hold or have their child by their side. Not only does this deepened sorrow engrave itself in your heart and feelings, the many emotions of anger, guilt and helplessness sail closely beside the grief.

“My son passed away at 17 days old after a very premature birth and this happened seven years ago. My grief has lived with me since and it’s almost like having this invisible friend who pops up at the most inconvenient of times. It pops up when I hear someone call his name, even though they’re calling someone else. It pops up when I see twins down town, because Owen was a twin. It pops up on the twin’s birthday, every 2nd of September, the most bitter-sweet day of the year. It pops up on Owen’s angelversary, “My son every 19th of September and it passed away pops up when I hear about other at 17 days old parents who have also lost a after a very child. The grief saddens me but premature it also makes me smile because birth and this I’ve got this special guardian anhappened seven books and prematurity support gel who’s with me at all times. I years ago.” packs. may not see him, but I carry him in my heart every day.”

Baby STEPPs is particularly focussed on developing support for new parents when Aside from raising awareness during Baby things don’t go to plan. Finding your newLoss awareness week, Baby STEPPs proborn is facing a serious medical condition vide numerous different forms of support and probably needs to travel abroad for to both expectant parents. The team also extended periods of time for treatment organise regular events, such as the now gives rise to emotional, practical and annual “Mother’s Day Mission” funday and financial difficulties that need addressing. several awareness campaigns throughout Likewise, the taboo subject of maternal the year. So far, the funds they have raised mental health and the impact it has on have allowed them to procure items such the community at large despite being an as bereavement support ‘memory boxes’ all too often hidden and a ‘cold cot’ for the Maternity Ward, as issue. Together with well as the provision of pregnancy guide “The grief

saddens me but it also makes me smile because I’ve got this special guardian angel who’s with me at all times.”

Elaine Caetano, Baby STEPPs established a “Beyond the Blues” therapist lead support group for those suffering with postnatal depression or pregnancy-related anxiety.

Baby STEPPers Fran, Kath, Kate, Louise, Michelle and Genevieve know first-hand the joy of parenting and between them, have experienced most of the lows too – it is this joint experience that makes them work hard to raise awareness, funds and support systems in their quest to make every birth a happy, healthy one.

“Whilst Owen’s passing has left a huge whole in my heart, that rollercoaster of a journey I experienced has also shaped me into the person I am today. His legacy lives on through the Baby STEPPs charity that I helped found and my work there I do in memory of him. Whilst others remain quiet and prefer not to talk about their loss, I believe in breaking the silence and speaking out about my experience.”

Polly Lavarello Editor Mum on the Rock

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Mon ZB7240 Monarch Gatwick 10:15 ZB7241

EZY8901 easyJet Gatwick 11:00 EZY8902

BA492 British Airways Heathrow 11:05 BA493

BA490 British Airways Heathrow 16:20 BA491 ZB064 Monarch Luton 19:10 ZB065

ZB574 Monarch Manchester 19:10 ZB575

ZB446 Monarch Birmingham 19:30 ZB447

EZY8905 easyJet Gatwick 20:35 EZY8906 Tue EZY6299 easyJet Bristol 10:30 EZY6300

EZY8901 easyJet Gatwick 11:00 EZY8902

BA490 British Airways Heathrow 16:20 BA491

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ZB574 Monarch Manchester 19:10 ZB575

ZB446 Monarch Birmingham 19:30 ZB447

EZY1963 easyJet Manchester 20:20 EZY1964

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BA492 British Airways Heathrow 11:05 BA493

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EZY1963 easyJet Manchester 12:05 EZY1964

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ZB7244 Monarch Gatwick 20:35 ZB7245 Sat EZY8901 easyJet Gatwick 11:45 EZY8902

BA492 British Airways Heathrow 14:35 BA493

BA490 British Airways Heathrow 16:20 BA491 Sun EZY1963 easyJet Manchester 10:20 EZY1964

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EZY8901 easyJet Gatwick 11:00 EZY8902

BA492 British Airways Heathrow 11:15 BA493

BA490 British Airways Heathrow 16:20 BA491

AT990 Royal Air Maroc Tangier 18:45 AT991

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