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Written question asked by Lord Frost (Conservative) on Thursday, 12 June 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 26 June 2025. It was answered by Baroness Chapman of Darlington (Labour) on Wednesday, 25 June 2025 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.


Gibraltar: Schengen Agreement

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government, with regard to the UK–EU Agreement in Respect of Gibraltar: Joint statement on 11 June, whether members of the British armed forces serving in Gibraltar, or their families, will be required to go through Schengen area entry clearance before they can take up their roles.

Answer

This agreement fully protects the autonomy of UK military facilities, allowing them to freely continue their vital contribution to regional security and prosperity as they do today. The posting of UK military personnel serving in Gibraltar, and their families, will not depend on Schengen area entry clearance. As now, the UK will decide who will serve in Gibraltar.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL8412
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Armed forces Gibraltar Schengen Agreement
Link
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