Viewpoint

In 2016, Gibraltar campaigned hard against Brexit, warning of uncertainty and the risk of a harder border.A decade later, with a UK-EU Treaty now promising fluid movement at the frontier and access to Schengen, we face an uncomfortable truth - are we actually glad it happened?Jonathan Sacramento is joined by members of the original Stronger In campaign, including its former chair Gemma Arias-Vasquez, now Minister for Business, to look back at the referendum, the years of negotiation that followed, and the question at the heart of Gibraltar’s post-Brexit future:If we knew then what we know now, would Gibraltar still have voted Remain?

It's been a significant week for Gibraltar. With less than a month to go before the Treaty comes into effect, businesses have finally received much of the certainty they've been calling for.This week has seen updated residency rules, changes to Category 2 status, and further customs guidance for traders.But has the Government struck the right balance? Do the measures provide the clarity businesses need while ensuring Gibraltar remains competitive and attractive for investment?Ros Astengo is joined by the Minister for Business, Gemma Arias-Vasquez, and GSD Shadow Minister for Business, Craig Sacarello. Also on Viewpoint are representatives of the business sector: Chair of the Gibraltar Federation of Small Businesses, Owen Smith; President of the Chamber of Commerce, John Isola; and Managing Director of BMI Group, Louis Montegriffo.

The former Principal Auditor's reports sparked one of the biggest political storms in recent years, prompting weeks of parliamentary debate and fierce disagreement over the role and remit of the office.With a new Principal Auditor at the helm and an ambitious programme of audit reform on the table, Ros Astengo sits down with Phil Sharman to discuss the future of accountability and financial scrutiny in Gibraltar. From value-for-money audits and audit independence to staffing challenges, legislative reform and clearing the backlog of public accounts.

One of the key recommendations arising from the McGrail Inquiry, the Conflicts of Interest Bill seeks to introduce new standards in public life.The Government says it goes further than the Canadian model, widely regarded as one of the strongest conflicts-of-interest regimes in the Commonwealth. The Opposition says the Gibraltar Bill is toothless and will allow abuse to continue unchecked.Ros Astengo speaks to Chief Minister Fabian Picardo and Opposition Leader Keith Azopardi to determine whether the Bill delivers genuine accountability, transparency and independent oversight, or whether it falls short of the recommendations made by Sir Peter Openshaw.

Summer hours have been abolished and new holidays added to the school calendar — but does the change strike the right balance for students, parents and teachers? Ros Astengo hears from all sides of the debate.

Private property prices have soared over the years, leaving many locals priced out of the market. With new residency rules and an open border expected soon, what impact could this have on prices, demand and affordability? Joining Ros Astengo with analysis and forecasts are Mike Nicholls (Chestertons Gibraltar), Sammy Armstrong (Savills Gibraltar), Louis Montegriffo (BMI) and Daniel Herbert (TNG Global).

With an open border, are we ready to meet the challenges of a potential increase in travel and tourism on the Rock? Joining Ros Astengo this week are the Ministers for Travel and Tourism, John Cortes and Christian Santos, and Opposition MPs Damon Bossino and Giovanni Origo.

Gibraltar set out to rethink how it moves, with cycling more visible on its roads, from daily commutes to competitive sport.There was a push towards active travel to make cycling safer and more accessible. But has that momentum been sustained?Are we building a joined-up network, or drifting towards piecemeal solutions?Joining Ros Astengo this week is former Transport Minister Paul Balban, Stu Hedley (Ebikes), Simon Debono (PedalReady), Giles Cerisola (Team Peb Cycling) and Stewart Harrison (Ministry of Transport)