ESG suggests postponement should be considered at Eastside project if silt discharges continue

Community  /  Environment | 1st July 2026, 18:52 | Published by GBC News

The Environmental Safety Group says not enough is being done over the silt discharged due to works on the East Side project.

Beach Wednesdays got underway this afternoon: Gibraltar Today will be hosted from a different swimming spot around the Rock every week this summer, starting off with a visit to Eastern Beach today.

Kelly Anne Borge heard from some regulars as well as newcomers about their thoughts on the beach.

She also spoke with the ESG's Janet Howitt.

The ESG has shared the following contacts in respect of the Eastside Project:

Issues with contractors on site: contact@jveastside.gi

Noise complaints should also be shared with the Environmental Agency: Telephone 20070620 during office hours and 58297000 outside office hours.

For marine issues copy report to Department of the Environment: beaches.environment@gibraltar.gov.gi