May 13 - Picardo Meets Miliband
The Chief Minister has today met with the UK’s Leader of the Opposition, Ed Miliband.
The meeting was attended by Clare Moody, Labour candidate for the South West and Gibraltar in the coming European Parliamentary election to be held on 22nd May.
The meeting was held at Mr Miliband's office in the House of Commons and covered a wide range of subjects including matters related to gaming, financial services and defence.
Speaking after the meeting, Mr Picardo said: "This is the fourth time I have had a chance to discuss Gibraltar-related matters with Mr Miliband. His position in support of the right of self-determination of the people of Gibraltar and of our rights in Europe is clear and resolute. It was also clear to me that he understands the clear message we are sending the UK in relation to the Point of Consumption Tax and the standards of regulation that will be applicable to operators who wish to take bets in the UK. During my time with him, I briefed Mr Miliband on the continuing problems at the frontier."
