§ Mr. Powleyasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs to what extent Her Majesty's Government propose to help Gibraltar to meet its 450W contributions to Spanish pensioners arising from Spain's accession to the European Economic Community; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mrs. ChalkerHer Majesty's Government have offered, and the Gibraltar Government have accepted, a contribution of £16.5 million over three years. This is without prejudice to the position thereafter.