Ministry for Education, Environment, Technical Services and Transport

📚✨ A heartfelt celebration of family, food, and tradition at the presentation of Cosy Kitchen Corner: A Legacy of Recipes from Lely’s Kitchen.
Speaking with Minister Cortes, author Jessica Montado shared that she was initially nervous about how her book would be received. However, she revealed that her grandmother was the inspiration behind the project, motivating her to preserve cherished family recipes.
Jessica also proudly assured us that every single recipe featured in the book has been personally cooked and tested by her, making this collection a true labour of love designed to ensure our recipes are passed down through generations to come
Congratulations to Jessica on bringing a treasured family legacy from the kitchen to the bookshelf!
This is real Heritage!

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🌿🚌 Gibraltar's First Green Bus Stop Roof Unveiled on World Environment Day

Minister for the Environment John Cortes today inaugurated Gibraltar's first green bus stop roof at Fish Market Lane Steps, marking an important milestone in the ongoing Green Gibraltar Campaign.

This innovative project showcases the power of partnership, with funding provided through a generous private donation from the Eroski Group, delivery led by the Gibraltar Horticultural Society and OTWO, and technical support from HM Government of Gibraltar.

The green roof will help reduce urban heat, enhance biodiversity, absorb rainwater and bring more nature into Gibraltar's urban environment. As a pilot project, it represents the first step in a planned programme to introduce additional green bus stop roofs across Gibraltar.

Today's inauguration is particularly fitting as it coincides with World Environment Day. This year's theme reminds us that solutions inspired by nature can help address the challenges of climate change and build a more sustainable future.

For our climate. For our future. Every action is a signal.

What signal will you send today?

By working together, Government, businesses and civil society are helping to create a greener, more resilient Gibraltar for future generations.

🐋 CETACEAN PROTOCOL REMINDER 🐬

It’s a busy day on our waters, with migrating whales and other marine wildlife being sighted around Gibraltar.

If you’re out at sea, please:
• Reduce your speed when wildlife is nearby
• Maintain a safe and respectful distance
• Avoid disturbing these incredible animals in their natural environment

Protecting marine life is everyone’s responsibility. A few simple actions can make a huge difference to the safety and wellbeing of these magnificent creatures.

⚠️ If you see an animal in distress, please contact the Department of the Environment on 5800 9620 immediately.

Thank you for helping to keep Gibraltar’s waters safe for our visiting cetaceans.

🏰 Gibraltar’s history has been brought vividly back to life.

The Ministry of Heritage has officially unveiled the newly restored and enhanced City Under Siege Exhibition on the Upper Rock — a remarkable transformation delivered by Wright Tech in collaboration with heritage specialists to ensure historical authenticity at every step.
Visitors can now experience:
✨ New atmospheric lighting
✨ Enhanced storytelling and interpretation
✨ Refreshed branding and improved security
✨ Newly uncovered stories from the Great Siege
✨ Original artefacts restored by specialist conservators
✨ A brand-new reflection garden overlooking one of Gibraltar’s most important historic sites

What was once a shorter visit has evolved into a far richer and more immersive journey through the lives, resilience, and ingenuity of those who endured the Great Siege of Gibraltar.

Managing Director Christian Wright described the project as “both a privilege and a responsibility,” adding that the entire team worked to deliver the site “to the highest possible standard.”

Archaeologist Dominic Lopez highlighted the importance of preserving not just buildings, but the human stories behind them — including historic graffiti left behind by soldiers centuries ago.

Minister for Heritage Professor John Cortes praised the project as an example of the commitment needed to preserve Gibraltar’s heritage for future generations.

The City Under Siege Exhibition is now OPEN and forms part of Gibraltar’s growing cultural and heritage offering.

📍 Upper Rock Nature Reserve , Gibraltar
🎟 Residents and visitors are encouraged to experience this extraordinary chapter of Gibraltar’s history firsthand.

PLET REGISTRATION ROLLOUT CONTINUES

QR codes for the PLET registration system are now being printed and handed out at the Customer Care Hub.

Work will continue over the next few days, and applicants will receive an email once their QR code is ready to be picked up.

If you have not registered your PLET yet, please do so at www.plet.gi

A dramatic wildlife rescue with a happy outcome 🦅

A male Peregrine Falcon was spotted near Rosia Bay after being attacked by seagulls and ending up in the sea. Thanks to the quick actions of GDP Marine Base officers, the bird was safely recovered from the water and EPRU was immediately contacted to assist on arrival.

After a careful check for visible injuries, the falcon was transported safely to the Birds of Prey Rehabilitation Station at Lathbury, where it will receive expert care and rehabilitation.

Great teamwork and dedication from everyone involved in helping protect our local wildlife 👏

Another successful wildlife rescue by the Department of the Environment’s EPRU team 🐍👏

This beautiful Horseshoe Whip snake was found trapped in sticky material commonly used in cockroach traps. Thanks to a quick call from a concerned member of the public, the snake was safely extracted, carefully cleaned, and checked over by the team before being released back into the wild where it belongs 🌿

A big thank you to the person who reported it — your call made all the difference ☺️

Every rescue matters, and together we can help protect Gibraltar’s incredible wildlife 💚