Government Statement on Eastern Airways
The Government says it has been involved in talks with Eastern Airways at the request of the airline relating to ensuring the long-term sustainability of their air services from Gibraltar.
GSD Says “Government Remains Silent” On Eastern Airways Cancellations
The GSD says that the announcement by Eastern Airways that it will cancel flights to Southampton altogether as from 11th October and suspend flights to Birmingham from 14th October until spring next year is “disappointing and unwelcome news.” The party adds that this development comes in the wake of the other bad news received with respect to the non-arrival or ending of the “much-celebrated” Volotea and Whizz air flights. However, the GSD is posing the question: “Why is the Minister for Tourism silent?”
Government statement on European Scrutiny Committee report
The Government says it notes the recent report by the European Scrutiny Committee of the House of Commons regarding the draft EU Energy Taxation Directive.
GSD Says Picardo Creates “Smokescreens” On Professor Burke Allegations
The GSD says that the reply from the Government on the Professor Burke scandal is a “classic smokescreen.”
