Chief Minister GibraltarFabian Picardo, has stated that the Rock and “all its inhabitants” are “It’s up to Brexit and its consequences”. In this way, the main British authorities in the enclave have demonstrated the dissatisfaction of the people who overwhelmingly voted against (95%) the UK leaving the European Union.

In an interview for the newspaper Country, the Chief Minister of Gibraltar has analyzed Batu’s current situation, especially regarding the intention announced at that time by the UK and Spain to begin thawing relations regarding the enclave, an agreement that has not yet materialized. In this sense, Picardo makes the point clear “who is aware [de Gibraltar] “That’s not on the table.” and it suits England. From there, the chief minister pointed out that the uncertain political situation in Spain had paralyzed negotiations.

However, when asked about the fact that the parties were discussing water ownership and sovereignty, aspects that are not in principle discussed in the negotiations, Picardo said that “neither party has changed its fundamental position on those matters.” . Furthermore, he wants to take advantage of these issues: «What separates us is still 0.01%. “We agree on more things.”

For this reason, the President assured this An agreement between the four parties (UK, Spain, Gibraltar and the European Union) is “close”. “If there are political changes in Spain or Gibraltar, it will take longer, but if it doesn’t happen in both, as happened in Spain and I hope here, then it will be easier,” he added.

“The public appreciates that we are not heading towards a hard Brexit because of the efforts we have made”Picardo defended himself, “we are trying to avoid the worst of Brexit, but if you ask me, I’m sure Gibraltar and its entire population are fed up with Brexit and its consequences.”

As for periodic friction between Spanish fishermen and Gibraltar authoritiesPicardo was diplomatic: “The most important thing is, when there are moments of tension, where previously there was no recourse to try to resolve something, there is now an opportunity to pick up the phone to talk or chat and find a solution.”