Gibraltar’s representation at the Labour Party Conference continued yesterday evening with the Gibraltar Reception hosted by the Chief Minister Fabian Picardo and featuring a keynote speech by the UK Minister for Europe and the Overseas Territories Stephen Doughty MP.
Commenting on the Government’s insistence that European Commission take action following their 6-month deadline for both Spain and Gibraltar to implement new Customs controls based on their commendations, UK Europe Minister David Lidington has praised the Gibraltar Government.
To commemorate the occasion of Gibraltar’s first civil Partnership, the Government will be flying the 'rainbow flag' from No 6 Convent Place which was designed by the Equality Rights Group and represents diversity.