PM May's mini reshuffle of the cabinet: much expectation but little action

Tuesday, January 9th 2018 - 08:14 UTC

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Prime Minister Theresa May attempted to re-energize her government with a Cabinet shake-up Monday as Britain prepares for a crucial phase in the negotiations over its departure from the European Union. But May, who heads a minority government divided over Brexit, had limited room to make changes, and the overhaul could reinforce perceptions that her authority is fragile. Read full article

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Brit Bob
From Gibraltar, the Chief Minister has written to former Europe Minister – most recently Justice Minister – David Lidington, to congratulate him on his appointment as Minister of State for the Cabinet Office.

Fabian Picardo says his appointment is a very good move for Gibraltar, describing Mr. Lidington as someone who knows and understands Gibraltar’s “needs and sensitivities”, and who will now chair or be a member of some of the most relevant cabinet committees on Brexit.

It would be a lot simpler if Spain just dropped their claim to Gibraltar.

How many times do they have to give the territory away?

Effectively Ceded to Britain 3 times!
Gibraltar – Spanish Myths and Agreements (1 pg):
https://www.academia.edu/34608739/Gibraltar_Spanish_Myths_and_Agreements
Jan 09th, 2018 - 11:34 am - Link - Report abuse 0
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Sybil
The question is why is this piece appearing in Mercopenguin, a British government propaganda organ supposedly devoted to America, South America and the “South Atlantic”?
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JanH
The question is why is this piece appearing in Mercopenguin, a British government propaganda organ supposedly devoted to America, South America and the “South Atlantic”?
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