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“I think it is a time to preserve the ability of people in Spain to come and work in Gibraltar, the ability of people who work in Gibraltar to live in Spain, and to have that neutrality of
interests recognises.”
Theresa May recorded a video message on a big screen at the celebration promising Gibraltar that they will stay British.
Mrs May said the UK and Gibraltar have never been closer on the 50th anniversary of their referendum to be British rather than Spanish.
She said: “The UK will continue to stand firmly besides Gibraltar and will resolutely safeguard its people and its economy.
“Gibraltar will remain British for as long as it chooses to do so.”
In a speech to celebrate National Day, Mr Picardo said: “Britain sticks with us, and we stick with Britain.”
Last year 96 per cent of the Brits in Gibraltar voted Remain.
Gibraltar has no direct say in the negotiations between the UK and the 27 remaining countries of the EU, but dealing with its foreign affairs rests with the UK.
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