Question to the Department for Exiting the European Union :

To ask the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, what assurances have been given to the Government of Gibraltar on the (a) withdrawal agreement that the UK is negotiating with the EU and (b) framework for the UK's future relationship with the EU; and if he will make a statement.

As the Prime Minister said on Monday 22 October, following discussions with Spain and in close cooperation with the Government of Gibraltar, we have developed a protocol and set of underlying memoranda relating to Gibraltar. As set out in our White Paper, we will be seeking a future relationship for Gibraltar which appropriately reflects the particular characteristics and needs of the area, taking account of Gibraltar’s deep existing relationship with the EU.