GIBRALTAR

Early day motion 1867, tabled 4 November 2003 by Lindsay Hoyle (Labour). Signed by 43 members.

That this House congratulates the Government of Gibraltar for allowing the Aurora cruise liner to dock in Gibraltar during a medical crisis amongst the passengers; notes with alarm the draconian measure taken by the Spanish Government in closing the border for 11 hours; recognises that Spain's hostility towards Gibraltar remains as strong and irresponsible as ever; and congratulates the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs in his role in ensuring that the border was re-opened.

Signatures by party: Labour 23, Conservative 9, Liberal Democrat 5, Labour/Co-operative 4, Independent Ulster Unionist 1, UUP 1.