History
The evacuation of Gibraltar.
When the second world war started in 1939, the civilian population was evacuated to Britain, Madeira and Jamaica so that the necessary fortifications (and artillery) could be installed to protect against a likely German assault.
Over 30,000 British servicemen lived on the Rock of Gibraltar for most of the war years.
The civilian population started to return [...]
Business News
The currency»
Gibraltar has its own currency, the Gibraltar pound, which is on a par with the pound sterling. Although you can pay with euros, you will invariably receive your change in Gibraltar pounds. If you will not be returning to Gibraltar, make sure you spend all
Shopping
Shopping in Gibraltar»
Shopping in Gibraltar has always been popular with the ex-patriate British community on the southern coast of Spain.
Nowadays, many familiar British products can be bought in Spain but the presence of familiar shops like Mothercare, BHS, Tesco, safeways and marks and Spencer ensure a regular supply of visitors.
The shopping experience has also been greatly enhanced [...]
