§ 26. Mr. Hamiltonasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies if he will make a statement on the implementation of the new Constitution in Gibraltar.
§ Mr. J. GriffithsThe constitutional instruments were made in February of this year and can be brought into force at any time. The election ordinance will shortly be published in draft for local consideration, and elections will probably be held in the autumn.
§ Mr. HamiltonWould the Minister see that this election is speeded up, in view of the uneasiness that may be caused as a result of delay?
§ Mr. GriffithsI appreciate the urgency of the matter. I have already indicated that the election will be held in the autumn. I do not think it could be held earlier.