Spain and Gibraltar celebrate as border fence falls after signing of ‘historic deal’

"Brexit Deal Brings an End to Border Checks in Gibraltar: A New Era of Cooperation for Europe. In a significant milestone for post-Brexit relations, a landmark treaty has come into effect, eliminating border controls on the land frontier between Spain and Gibraltar. The agreement, signed in Brussels on Tuesday, marks the culmination of over four years of complex negotiations between the UK, Spain, Gibraltar, and the EU. As of midnight, residents, tourists, and the thousands of Spanish workers who cross into Gibraltar daily will no longer face border checks, paving the way for increased economic cooperation and a more streamlined travel experience. The removal of the last frontier fence in western Europe is a testament to the growing ties between the UK and Spain, and a significant step forward in the region's post-Brexit landscape."

Treaty came into effect at midnight, eliminating border controls on land frontier with British overseas territoryEurope live – latest updatesSpain and Gibraltar are celebrating the fall of the last frontier fence in western Europe after the signing of a post-Brexit deal that brings an end to border checks for residents, tourists and the thousands of Spanish workers who cross into the British overseas territory every day.The agreement, which was signed in Brussels on Tuesday and came into effect at midnight, marks the conclusion of more than four years of negotiations between the UK, Spain, Gibraltar and the EU after Britain’s departure from the bloc. Continue reading...