GrumpyOldMan
English expat in Gibraltar
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About me
English
Lives in Gibraltar
Registration: 17 December 2011
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New Year ... plans and stuff ? by Geordiespice
Hi Everyone, I am moving to Gib on the 27th Dec 2012 to start working as a nurse. My friend is coming with me to see what Gib has to offer in the way of New Year entertainment. We are hoping that you kind ex-pats might have some ideas where we go ...
Apart from all the parties, pubs and restaurants there will be a fireworks display in Casemates Square at midnight.This is a central gathering point for many people accompanied by bottles, before moving on again. Which bit of Geordieland? Read More
VoIP in Gibraltar by RachaelG
Hello I am just wondering whether there is a VoIP system that allows calls to be made in Gibraltar to another person in Gibraltar. I know this is something that Skype does not offer as well as some other providers. Please help Thanks.
I use Skype to make calls within GibraltarBut can people in Gibraltar call you on your Skype?Yes Read More
VoIP in Gibraltar by RachaelG
Hello I am just wondering whether there is a VoIP system that allows calls to be made in Gibraltar to another person in Gibraltar. I know this is something that Skype does not offer as well as some other providers. Please help Thanks.
I use Skype to make calls within Gibraltar Read More
want to live in gibraltar by tracybatty
hi i was just wondering if anybody knows what the security industry is like in GIB? im an experienced security officer in the uk. i have worked in retail and static security, but mostly leisure security ie events, functions,pubs and clubs. im also ...
Hi DE Suto Here is a link to education in Gibraltar http://www.gibraltar.gov.gi/education-a-training Read More
Road cycling clubs by pyjm84
Basically just wondering if there are any road clubs in Gibraltar that go out on rides into Spain? Cheers!
Yes. But I have no idea of how to contact them other than to spend some time at the frontier on a weekend morning and try to make personal contact Rethink Try the Sports and Leisure association at the Victoria Stadium Tel.20078409 Read More
Relocating to Gibraltar on Thursday by pyjm84
Hi, I'm moving to Gibraltar this week to start a job and was just wondering if anyone could offer some advice on a few things. What rate of tax would I be paying? Do I have to register with doctors, dentists, etc? What are the chances of finding ...
Hi pyjm84 Tax http://www.gibraltar.gov.gi/taxation Accommodation, are you intending to live in Gibraltar? If so it's expensive. The cheapest I have personally seen are at present advertised on the " Customer Notice Board" in Morrisons, check it ... Read More
Visting old Pubs....Can anyone remember??? by diana&delia
hello, Planning a trip down to Gib soon and going down memory lane. It's been quite a while (over 40yrs), but can anyone remember these two pubs and if they still exist can they tell me where they are: The 9 Tombs Six Steps Down Please ...
You made me think about the 6 Steps Down, so I did a search and came up with some old memories. http://www.gibraltarcomcen.com/gallery/displayimage.php?album=8&pid=293#top_display_media Read More
Visting old Pubs....Can anyone remember??? by diana&delia
hello, Planning a trip down to Gib soon and going down memory lane. It's been quite a while (over 40yrs), but can anyone remember these two pubs and if they still exist can they tell me where they are: The 9 Tombs Six Steps Down Please ...
Never heard of 9 Tombs. If I remember right 6 Steps Down was at the top of City Mill Lane if so it is no more Read More
5 good reasons for living in Gibraltar by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Gibraltar, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
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Nursing by Hel76
I am a qualified children's nurse and have worked in the NHS for 12 years,I am looking for a change and am very interested in working in Gibraltar.I would appreciate any advice on how I can go about this,I am currently single with no ...
A reply already, they must be desperate. Check your PMs Read More
Nursing by Hel76
I am a qualified children's nurse and have worked in the NHS for 12 years,I am looking for a change and am very interested in working in Gibraltar.I would appreciate any advice on how I can go about this,I am currently single with no ...
The GHA are not renowned for their response time. I would give it a week and then phone them if you get no e mail reply Read More
Nursing by Hel76
I am a qualified children's nurse and have worked in the NHS for 12 years,I am looking for a change and am very interested in working in Gibraltar.I would appreciate any advice on how I can go about this,I am currently single with no ...
First contact the Gibraltar Health Authority http://www.gha.gi/httpdocs/index.htm Read More
where to live? by vix2000
OH may be getting a job with a company in Gibraltar. Is there anywhere on the coast or inland in the direction of Marbella thats reasonably cheap to buy or rent property?
Not much difference to any other urbanisation. However I believe there are not many facilities on site and no public transport, therefore you would need transport of your own. Please note I have very little personal experience of Alcaidesa Read More
where to live? by vix2000
OH may be getting a job with a company in Gibraltar. Is there anywhere on the coast or inland in the direction of Marbella thats reasonably cheap to buy or rent property?
There are lots of places depending on your definition of cheap Can you be a bit more specific on your requirements? 1, 2, 3 beds, pool, type of travel or maybe school requirements? Read More
weddings in gibraltar by carolina1053
does anyone know how long it takes for the resistry office to get back to us. we faxed our documents over a week ago and have heard nothing back. am I being too anxious ?
Why not contact them and ask. But do it before lunch, Government offices close at lunchtime in the summer Tel: (+350) 200 72289 Fax: (+350) 200 42706 E-mail: marriages.csro@gibraltar.gov.gi Read More