His Excellency the Governor, Vice Admiral Sir David Steel, on the recommendation of the Gibraltar Police Authority and in consultation with the Chief Minister, has today re-appointed Mr Richard Ullger as Commissioner of Police.

A statement continued: “The Governor and Mr Ullger, who met today agreed that Commissioner Ullger will continue to serve until the end of April 2023 and thereafter as the Governor is advised by the Gibraltar Police Authority.

“In congratulating the Commissioner on this extension of his appointment, the Governor said that he had much enjoyed working with Mr Ullger during a period when the Royal Gibraltar Police had demonstrated immense professionalism throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, as well in implementing a comprehensive reform programme designed to ensure that the Force is better equipped to meet the requirements of the community it serves.”

Recognising the sterling work the RGP does, the Governor said “My admiration for the men and women of the Royal Gibraltar Police and those who support those in uniform could not be greater. The policing challenge gets greater day by day and a well-led Police Force needs continuity and stability in senior leadership, especially while in the middle of a reform programme designed to ensure that it can best meet the needs of Gibraltar today and in the future. The Chief Minister and I will continue to do all we can to ensure the Commissioner and the RGP are fully supported in all they are looking to achieve for Gibraltar”.