1. BFB personnel, incl LECs, UKBCs and Spouses, have been actively feeding stray animals within BFB estates. This needs to stop immediately
because:
a. By feeding stray animals you are encouraging them to breed uncontrollably which can increase its population at an alarming rate and
when it gets too overwhelming to feed, the strays will starve even worse thus causes further malnourishment and diseases will spread between each other, and possibly to humans.
b. Uneaten leftovers attracts flies and, in some cases, maggots, all ideal vectors for diseases.
c. Stray animals leave excreta where they are known to congregate because what goes in must eventually come out. This is no trifling matter for other BFB personnel who have to endure the odour.
d. Stray animals have caused damage to valuable equipment and buildings eg helicopter engines, store rooms, roofs and many small spaces where it is difficult to determine the extent of damage that may have been
done.
2. Do not feed stray animals just because you want to have the ‘feel-good, warm fuzzy feeling’ inside - it doesn’t end well for the stray animals. If you want to be do-gooders, you must then carry out your good deeds through (i.e. adopting AND neutering) without leaving others to deal with the aftermath. The bottom line is that humans and stray animals coalesce is part of living in Brunei but do not be part of the problem.
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
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Gibraltar Government has released information about plans for this year's event:
As the festive season reaches its peak, preparations are well underway for the annual Three Kings’ Cavalcade, organised by the Cavalcade Committee in collaboration with Gibraltar Cultural Services (GCS).
Arrangements for Distribution of Sweets
GCS is working closely with the Committee to ensure sweets are distributed to all attendees. The distribution of sweets will be carried out by GCS’ staff as from 7:00pm, followed by the presentation of floats at 7:30pm. The Cavalcade will start at Casemates Square, continue along Main Street and conclude at the Inces Hall Theatre.
A seated enclosure will be available opposite the Cathedral of Saint Mary the Crowned. This facility is intended to provide seating for elderly persons, subject to availability, on a first come, first served basis.
Safe Space for those with Sensory Issues
The Supported Needs and Disability Office for the Ministry of Equality will be setting up a cordoned-off safe space outside of No.6 Convent Place for individuals with sensory issues. This area of Main Street is quieter and there are various entrances and exits available via Town Range, Governor’s Lane, Convent Ramp and Victualising Office for those that require a quick exit. Individuals who want to avail themselves of this area will be required to present their Disability Information Card to a member of staff upon arrival. Entry will be on a first come, first served basis.
Stands with seats will not be provided; however, persons with mobility issues who require seating should contact the SNDO on: sndo.events@gibraltar.gov.gi by 4pm on Tuesday 23rd December 2025.
The public are advised that there may be loud music and those affected by this should bring their own ear plugs / headphones.
We look forward to welcoming the community and ensuring an enjoyable experience for all.
