By John Smith • Published: 03 Nov 2019 • 13:00
CONTINGENCY: New ramp works well Credit: HM Government of Gibraltar
ALTHOUGH the likelihood of a no deal Brexit appears to be receding, the government is still taking action in order to prepare for a worst eventuality.
For this reason, it has arranged for a ferry from Algeciras to be available to bring goods from Spain once they have passed through a Border Inspection Post which will exist to inspect perishable goods which are destined for Gibraltar but come from a non-EU country.
A test took place to ensure that the new vehicle ramp was good for purpose and that a cab and a 40ft articulated trailer could drive on and off the ferry without difficulty.
Similar arrangements are being made to cover imports from Tangier.
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Married to Ophelia in Gibraltar in 1978, John has spent much of his life travelling on security print and minting business and visited every continent except Antarctica. Having retired several years ago, the couple moved to their house in Estepona and John became a regular news writer for the EWN Media Group taking particular interest in Finance, Gibraltar and Costa del Sol Social Scene. Currently he is acting as Editorial Consultant for the paper helping to shape its future development. Share your story with us by emailing newsdesk@euroweeklynews.com, by calling +34 951 38 61 61 or by messaging our Facebook page www.facebook.com/EuroWeeklyNews
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