The UK’s sovereignty over Gibraltar remains inviolable, the foreign secretary asserted, following a post-Brexit agreement with the European Union.

David Lammy MP informed the House of Commons that the agreement explicitly safeguards British sovereignty.

The deal eliminates border checks for people and goods crossing between Gibraltar and Spain.

However, concerns were raised by some MPs regarding potential Spanish border official denials of entry to UK citizens arriving at the British Overseas Territory’s airport.

Gibraltarian and Spanish officials will jointly conduct passport checks for passengers arriving at Gibraltar Airport.

This mirrors the system at London St Pancras, where Eurostar passengers undergo both British and French passport control before boarding international trains.

This allows seamless travel from Gibraltar into Spain and the EU without further checks.

Lammy, however, emphasized that Gibraltar will not be joining the Schengen Area, refuting claims to the contrary as “fake news.”

Schengen countries share common asylum rules and visa policies.

Lammy stated that Gibraltar’s immigration, policing, and justice will remain under Gibraltarian control.

Negotiations on the Spain-Gibraltar border regulations—a crucial sticking point since the UK’s 2020 EU departure—have concluded.

This issue had been a significant obstacle since Brexit.

MPs largely welcomed the agreement, lauded as “historic” by Gibraltar, Spain, and the EU.

In a Commons statement, Lammy credited Labour with resolving issues stemming from the previous Conservative government’s “thin Brexit deal.”

He highlighted the deal’s contribution to stronger EU ties and providing certainty for Gibraltarians and businesses.

Approximately 15,000 people daily cross the Gibraltar-Spain border for work and leisure.

Currently, Gibraltar residents utilize residence cards, while Spanish citizens use government IDs to cross the border without passport stamping.

However, concerns arose about the potential impact of the EU’s Entry/Exit system later this year, potentially causing significant border delays.

Lammy warned that a lack of agreement would necessitate checking every passport and good, resulting in “chaos and backlogs, jeopardizing Gibraltarian livelihoods, harming the territory’s economy, and potentially costing hundreds of billions of pounds annually, ultimately burdening UK taxpayers.”

The next step involves finalizing the legal text, a commitment all parties share.

The Conservatives stated they would scrutinize the treaty to ensure it upholds their red lines, including Gibraltarian sovereignty and rights.

Shadow foreign secretary Priti Patel questioned whether Spanish officials could prevent British citizens from entering Gibraltar.

Lammy emphasized that the only difference from previous Conservative negotiations is the sovereignty clause, ensuring Gibraltar’s status is unquestionable.

The UK has held sovereignty over Gibraltar since 1713, a claim disputed by Spain.

Gibraltar’s public overwhelmingly supports maintaining British sovereignty, as evidenced by a 2002 referendum where nearly 99% rejected shared sovereignty with Spain.

The UK confirmed full operational autonomy for its military facilities in Gibraltar, including the Ministry of Defence-run airport and RAF base.

The Liberal Democrats welcomed the agreement while advocating for parliamentary scrutiny and a vote.

Conversely, Reform UK labeled the deal a “surrender.”

Deputy leader Richard Tice expressed concern that Spanish border officials could effectively veto British citizens’ entry into Gibraltar.

Lammy clarified that in case of alerts regarding arrivals, Spanish and Gibraltarian authorities would collaborate.

Individuals would have legal counsel and could choose between returning to their origin country or facing questioning in Spain.

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The UK’s sovereignty over Gibraltar remains inviolable, the foreign secretary affirmed, following a post-Brexit agreement with the European Union. David Lammy MP assured the House of Commons that the accord explicitly protects British sovereignty.

The deal eliminates border checks for people and goods crossing between Gibraltar and Spain.

However, concerns were raised by some MPs regarding potential Spanish border official denials of entry to UK citizens arriving at the British Overseas Territory’s airport.

Gibraltar airport arrivals will undergo passport checks from both Gibraltarian and Spanish officials—a system mirroring Eurostar procedures at London St. Pancras, where passengers pass through both British and French controls.

This seamless process facilitates onward travel from Gibraltar to Spain and the EU without further checks.

Lammy emphatically denied that Gibraltar would join the Schengen Area, dismissing claims as “fake news.” He stated that Gibraltar’s immigration, policing, and justice would remain under Gibraltarian control.

Negotiations regarding the Spain-Gibraltar border—a 2.6-square-mile territory—have been ongoing since the UK’s 2020 EU departure, a key unresolved post-Brexit issue.

The agreement, lauded as “historic” by Gibraltar, Spain, and the EU, was largely welcomed by MPs.

In his Commons statement, Lammy highlighted Labour’s resolution of “problems left by the previous Conservative government and their inadequate Brexit deal.”

He emphasized the deal’s contribution to stronger EU ties and the much-needed certainty it provides for Gibraltarians and businesses.

Approximately 15,000 people cross the border daily for work and leisure. While Gibraltarians currently use residence cards and Spanish citizens use national ID cards, concerns existed about delays due to the EU’s upcoming Entry/Exit system.

Lammy highlighted that without a deal, comprehensive passport and goods checks would create chaos, jeopardize livelihoods, harm the economy, and potentially cost billions.

The next step involves finalizing the legal text, a process to which all parties are committed. The Conservatives will review the treaty to ensure it upholds Gibraltarian sovereignty and rights.

Shadow foreign secretary Priti Patel questioned Spanish officials’ potential ability to prevent British citizens from entering Gibraltar. Lammy clarified that the only difference from previous Conservative negotiations was the sovereignty clause, reinforcing Gibraltar’s status.

The UK’s sovereignty over Gibraltar, dating back to 1713, is disputed by Spain. Gibraltarian public opinion strongly favors retaining British sovereignty, as evidenced by a 2002 referendum.

The UK affirmed complete operational autonomy for its military facilities in Gibraltar, including the Ministry of Defence-run airport and RAF base.

While the Liberal Democrats welcomed the agreement, advocating for parliamentary scrutiny and a vote, Reform UK criticized it as a “surrender,” with concerns voiced regarding potential Spanish veto power over British citizens entering Gibraltar.

Lammy clarified that in case of alerts, Spanish and Gibraltarian authorities would collaborate, ensuring individuals’ legal rights and options to return to their origin country or face questioning in Spain.

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The UK’s sovereignty over Gibraltar remains inviolable, the foreign secretary affirmed following a post-Brexit agreement with the European Union. David Lammy MP assured the House of Commons that the accord explicitly safeguards British sovereignty.

The deal eliminates border checks for people and goods crossing between Gibraltar and Spain.

However, some MPs voiced concerns regarding potential Spanish border official denials of entry for UK citizens arriving by air into the British Overseas Territory.

Gibraltar airport arrivals will undergo passport checks by both Gibraltarian and Spanish officials, mirroring the Eurostar system at London St Pancras where passengers clear British and French passport control before boarding.

This facilitates seamless onward travel from Gibraltar into Spain and the EU without further checks.

Lammy categorically denied claims of Gibraltar joining the Schengen Area, calling such assertions “fake news” and stating it was never under consideration.

He emphasized that immigration, policing, and justice in Gibraltar remain under Gibraltarian authority.

Negotiations on the Spain-Gibraltar border regulations—a key unresolved Brexit issue—have been ongoing since 2020.

The agreement, lauded as “historic” by Gibraltar, Spain, and the EU, has received broad parliamentary support.

In his Commons statement, Lammy highlighted Labour’s role in resolving issues stemming from the previous government’s Brexit deal, stating it removes obstacles to closer EU ties and provides certainty for Gibraltarians and businesses.

Approximately 15,000 people cross the border daily for work and leisure. While current border crossing is facilitated by residence cards and ID cards, concerns existed about potential delays with the EU’s Entry/Exit system later this year.

Lammy argued that a lack of agreement would have created chaos and economic damage, potentially costing billions and burdening UK taxpayers.

The next step involves finalizing the legal text, a process all parties are committed to expediting.

The Conservatives have pledged to review the treaty to ensure it upholds Gibraltarian sovereignty and rights. Shadow foreign secretary Priti Patel questioned potential Spanish restrictions on UK citizens entering Gibraltar.

Lammy clarified that the only difference from previous Conservative negotiations was the explicit sovereignty clause, which secures Gibraltar’s status.

The UK has held sovereignty over Gibraltar since 1713, a claim disputed by Spain. Gibraltar’s population overwhelmingly supports maintaining British sovereignty, as demonstrated by a 2002 referendum.

The agreement includes full operational autonomy for the UK military’s facilities, including the RAF base and airport.

While the Liberal Democrats welcomed the agreement, they advocated for parliamentary scrutiny and a vote. Reform UK criticized the deal as a “surrender,” raising concerns about potential Spanish veto power over UK citizens’ entry.

Lammy clarified that in case of alerts, Spanish and Gibraltarian authorities would collaborate, ensuring due process and legal recourse for individuals.

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The UK’s sovereignty over Gibraltar remains inviolable, the foreign secretary affirmed following a post-Brexit agreement with the European Union.

David Lammy MP assured the House of Commons that the agreement explicitly safeguards British sovereignty.

The deal streamlines the flow of people and goods across the Gibraltar-Spain border, eliminating previous checkpoints.

However, concerns were raised by some MPs regarding potential Spanish border control denials of entry for UK citizens arriving by air.

For air passengers arriving in Gibraltar, both Gibraltarian and Spanish officials will conduct passport checks.

This mirrors the system at London St Pancras for Eurostar passengers, where both British and French authorities handle passport control before onward international travel.

This allows seamless onward travel from Gibraltar into Spain and the EU without further checks.

Lammy emphatically stated that Gibraltar will not be joining the Schengen Area, dismissing reports to the contrary as “fake news”. He confirmed that this was never under consideration.

Immigration, policing, and justice in Gibraltar will remain solely under the jurisdiction of Gibraltarian authorities.

Negotiations regarding the Spain-Gibraltar border, a key post-Brexit issue, have concluded after prolonged discussions since the UK’s departure from the EU in 2020.

This long-standing point of contention has finally been resolved.

The agreement, lauded as “historic” by Gibraltar, Spain, and the EU, received broad parliamentary support.

In his Commons statement, Lammy highlighted Labour’s efforts in resolving “problems left over from the previous Conservative government and their inadequate Brexit deal”.

He emphasized that the deal fosters closer UK-EU ties and provides much-needed certainty for Gibraltarians and businesses.

An estimated 15,000 individuals cross the border daily for work and leisure.

Currently, Gibraltar residents use residence cards, and Spanish citizens use national ID cards, for border crossings without passport stamping.

However, concerns arose regarding the implementation of the EU’s Entry/Exit system later this year, potentially causing significant border delays.

Lammy stated that without this agreement, comprehensive passport and goods checks would create “chaos and backlogs, jeopardizing livelihoods, damaging the territory’s economy, and potentially costing hundreds of billions of pounds annually, ultimately burdening the UK taxpayer”.

The next stage involves finalizing the full legal text, a commitment shared by all parties, to be completed swiftly.

The Conservatives have pledged to review the final treaty to ensure compliance with their priorities, including safeguarding Gibraltarian sovereignty and rights.

Shadow foreign secretary Priti Patel questioned the potential for Spanish officials to block UK citizens from entering Gibraltar.

Lammy clarified that the only substantive difference from previous Conservative negotiations is the explicit sovereignty clause, which removes any ambiguity concerning Gibraltar’s status.

The UK has held sovereignty over Gibraltar since 1713, a claim contested by Spain.

Gibraltar’s populace (around 32,000) overwhelmingly supports maintaining British sovereignty, as evidenced by a 2002 referendum where nearly 99% rejected shared sovereignty with Spain.

The UK affirmed full operational autonomy for its military facilities in Gibraltar, including the Ministry of Defence-run airport and RAF base.

The Liberal Democrats welcomed the agreement but advocated for parliamentary scrutiny and a vote.

Conversely, Reform UK deemed the deal a “surrender”.

Deputy leader Richard Tice expressed concerns about Spanish officials potentially vetoing UK citizens’ entry into Gibraltar.

Lammy clarified that in case of security alerts, Spanish and Gibraltarian authorities would collaborate.

Individuals would have legal representation and the option to return to their origin country or face questioning in Spain.

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The UK’s sovereignty over Gibraltar remains inviolable, the foreign secretary declared, following a finalized agreement with the European Union regarding the territory’s post-Brexit future.

David Lammy affirmed to the House of Commons that the agreement explicitly safeguards British sovereignty.

The deal eliminates border checks on individuals and goods traversing the Gibraltar-Spain border.

However, some MPs voiced concerns about potential Spanish border officials’ ability to deny entry to UK citizens arriving at the British Overseas Territory’s airport.

For air travelers, both Gibraltarian and Spanish officials will conduct passport checks.

This mirrors the system at London St Pancras for Eurostar passengers, where travelers pass through both British and French passport control.

This allows seamless onward travel from Gibraltar into Spain and the EU without further checks.

Lammy emphasized Gibraltar’s non-participation in the Schengen Area, dismissing reports to the contrary as “fake news”.

Schengen countries share common asylum rules and visa policies.

Lammy stated that Gibraltar’s joining Schengen was never considered. “Immigration, policing, and justice in Gibraltar will remain the responsibility of Gibraltar’s authorities,” he added.

Negotiations on the Spain-Gibraltar border regulations—a key unresolved Brexit issue—have been ongoing since 2020.

The agreement, lauded as “historic” by Gibraltar, Spain, and the EU, has been widely welcomed by MPs.

In his Commons statement, Lammy highlighted Labour’s role in “solving problems leftover from the last [Conservative] government and their thin Brexit deal”.

He described the deal as fostering closer ties with the EU and providing certainty for Gibraltarian people and businesses.

Approximately 15,000 people cross the Gibraltar-Spain border daily for work and leisure.

Currently, Gibraltar residents use residence cards, while Spanish citizens use ID cards, without passport stamping.

However, concerns arose regarding potential disruptions with the EU’s Entry/Exit system later this year.

Lammy argued that without a deal, comprehensive passport and goods checks would cause chaos and economic damage, potentially costing billions and burdening UK taxpayers.

The next step involves finalizing the legal text, which all parties are committed to completing swiftly.

The Conservatives will review the treaty to ensure it upholds their red lines, including safeguarding Gibraltarian sovereignty and rights.

Shadow foreign secretary Priti Patel questioned Spanish officials’ potential to restrict British citizens’ entry to Gibraltar.

Lammy emphasized the key difference: a sovereignty clause solidifying Gibraltar’s status.

The UK has held sovereignty over Gibraltar since 1713, a claim disputed by Spain.

Gibraltar’s population (around 32,000) overwhelmingly supports British sovereignty, as demonstrated by a 2002 referendum.

The UK affirmed full operational autonomy for its military facilities in Gibraltar, including the airport and RAF base.

The Liberal Democrats welcomed the agreement, advocating for parliamentary scrutiny and a vote. Reform UK, however, termed it a “surrender”.

Deputy leader Richard Tice expressed concerns about Spanish officials’ potential veto power over British citizens’ entry.

Lammy clarified that in case of alerts, Spanish and Gibraltarian authorities would collaborate. Individuals would have legal recourse and the option to return home or face questioning in Spain.

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The UK and the European Union have reached a post-Brexit agreement on Gibraltar, with the Foreign Secretary asserting that British sovereignty over the territory remains inviolable.

David Lammy, addressing the House of Commons, confirmed the agreement includes a clause explicitly safeguarding British sovereignty.

The deal eliminates border checks for people and goods crossing between Gibraltar and Spain.

However, concerns were raised by some MPs regarding potential Spanish border control denials of entry for UK citizens arriving at the Gibraltar airport.

Gibraltar airport arrivals will undergo passport checks by both Gibraltarian and Spanish officials, mirroring the system at London St Pancras for Eurostar passengers.

This streamlined process will allow seamless onward travel from Gibraltar to Spain and the EU without further checks.

Lammy emphatically stated that Gibraltar will not join the Schengen Area, refuting claims to the contrary as “fake news”.

He highlighted that immigration, policing, and justice in Gibraltar will remain under Gibraltarian control.

Negotiations regarding the Spain-Gibraltar border, a key post-Brexit issue, concluded after prolonged discussions since 2020.

The agreement, hailed as “historic” by Gibraltar, Spain, and the EU, has received broad parliamentary support.

In his Commons statement, Lammy noted Labour’s role in resolving issues stemming from the previous Conservative government’s Brexit deal.

He emphasized the deal’s contribution to improved EU relations and the certainty it provides for Gibraltarian people and businesses.

Approximately 15,000 individuals cross the border daily for work and leisure.

Currently, Gibraltar residents use residence cards, while Spanish citizens use national ID cards, to cross the border without passport stamping.

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Lammy argued that without this agreement, comprehensive passport and goods checks would cause chaos, economic harm, and potentially massive costs for the UK taxpayer.

The next step involves finalizing the legal text, a commitment shared by all parties.

The Conservatives will scrutinize the final treaty to ensure it aligns with their priorities, including protecting Gibraltarian sovereignty and rights.

Shadow Foreign Secretary Priti Patel questioned the potential for Spanish officials to prevent British citizens from entering Gibraltar.

Lammy clarified that the key difference from previous negotiations is the sovereignty clause, solidifying Gibraltar’s status.

The UK has held sovereignty over Gibraltar since 1713, a claim disputed by Spain.

Gibraltar’s population overwhelmingly supports maintaining British sovereignty, as demonstrated by a 2002 referendum.

The agreement ensures full operational autonomy for UK military facilities in Gibraltar, including the airport and RAF base.

The Liberal Democrats welcomed the agreement but advocated for parliamentary scrutiny and a vote.

Conversely, Reform UK criticized the deal as a “surrender”, with Deputy Leader Richard Tice expressing concerns over potential Spanish veto power over UK citizen entry.

Lammy clarified that in case of alerts regarding arrivals, Spanish and Gibraltarian authorities would collaborate, ensuring due process and legal recourse for individuals.

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