§ Mr. McQuarrieasked the Lord Privy Seal what further progress has been made in the negotiations with the Spanish Government on the re-opening of the Spanish border gates between Gibraltar and Spain ; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. HurdA further round of technical discussions were held in Madrid in the week beginning 23 June, between United Kingdom, Gibraltarian and Spanish officials; and we are continuing to press the Spanish authorities to agree to an early date for restoring direct communications between Gibraltar and Spain.