Simon Hughes, Liberal Democrat Member of Parliament for North Southwark and Bermondsey, is recommending to the electoral commission to incorporate Gibraltar into a London constituency for elections to the European Parliament.
"People throughout Britain welcome the extension of representation in the European Parliament to the people of Gibraltar after a long and hard campaign. Now we must ensure that Gibraltar’s voice is heard effectively and represented well in the Parliament in Brussels and Strasbourg," the Gibraltar Chronicle quoted the MP as saying.
"Gibraltar’s strongest ties with the UK are with London – the heart of Britain’s finance and commercial sectors and of its history and links with its overseas territories," added Mr Hughes who continued:
"London’s MEP’s already represent the UK’s most diverse community with people from all faiths and ethnic groups, and speaking many different languages – including the principal religions practised and languages spoken in Gibraltar. Gibraltar’s own unique heritage would fit in well with the wonderful mix of cultures which London represents. Gibraltar’s interests are clearly best served by joining it with London for representation in the European Parliament, and would be represented best by this great city’s MEPs".
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