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Written question asked by Andrew Gwynne (Labour) on Friday, 9 October 2015, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 13 October 2015. It was answered by David Lidington (Conservative) on Friday, 16 October 2015 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Gibraltar: Politics and Government

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, whether the job description for the Governor of Gibraltar includes a requirement that the post-holder be a serving or retired military officer.

Answer

In the case of the recent recruitment of the Governor of Gibraltar, the position was open to serving and former senior civil servants and military officers. The successful candidate was then selected on merit.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
10940
Session
2015-16
Registered interest declared
Yes
Subjects
Gibraltar Politics and government Job description
Link
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