Gibraltar ushers in a new era as British territory's border fence with Spain is removed
It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.
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National story. 23 articles from 15 sources. 12 are on the bar; 3 are international, entertainment or tech outlets, listed separately. Updated Jul 15, 2026.
Left
2 sourcesSame wire story as other sides. No original Left take here.
The border fence between Gibraltar and Spain is removed, easing travel for thousands of people under an EU-UK deal
Center
6 sourcesThe border fence between Gibraltar and Spain is removed, easing travel for thousands of people under an EU-UK deal
Right
4 sourcesSame wire story as other sides. No original Right take here.
The border fence between Gibraltar and Spain is removed, easing travel for thousands of people under an EU-UK deal
Other outlets
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Left
3 articlesGibraltar border controls lifted: Is it part of Schengen, the UK – or both?
Spain and Gibraltar celebrate as border fence falls after signing of ‘historic deal’
Center
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Right
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The story so far
2 developments- Jul 12Only center coverage:New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain
- Jul 14Gibraltar ushers in a new era as British territory's border fence with Spain is removed
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Quiet for 95 daysLast development · Jul 14 — Gibraltar ushers in a new era as British territory's border fence with Spain is removed