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A Stone in Spain's Shoe: The Search for a Solution to the Problem of Gibraltar,Used
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A Stone in Spain's Shoe is a detailed analysis of the attempt by Britain and Spain since 1980 to solve their dispute over the future of Gibraltar, the last remaining colony in Europe. Spain wants the restoration of her "territorial integrity", whereas the Gibraltarians have never shown any interest in becoming part of Spain. Britain had ignored UN calls for negotiations, but following the restoration of Spanish democracy and with Spain due to become a fellow member of both NATO and the European Community, Britain felt an obligation to try to resolve the dispute. Using Spanish as well as British sources, the book examines the events which have taken place following the signing of the Lisbon Agreement between Britain and Spain to discuss the differences between them on this issue. It traces the effect of the Falklands/Malvinas war in 1982 on the Gibraltar negotiations, and shows that although the process was delayed, events in the South Atlantic did not prevent an explicit commitment in the Brussels Declaration of 1984 to discuss the thorny issue of the sovereignty of Gibraltar. Since that time, although communications and cooperation between Spain and the Rock have improved, little progress has been made towards resolving the question of sovereignty. A major stumbling block has been the Preamble to the Gibraltar Constitution of 1969, which has virtually given the Gibraltarians the power of veto over any agreements which Britain and Spain might make. Since 1988, when the veteran Chief Minister Sir Joshua Hassan stood down and was replaced by Joe Bossano, the Gibraltar government has followed a policy aimed at increasing the colonys selfreliance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'A Stone in Spain's Shoe'? A: 'A Stone in Spain's Shoe' analyzes the ongoing dispute between Britain and Spain regarding Gibraltar, focusing on the efforts made since 1980 to resolve the issue.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Peter Gold.
- Q: When was 'A Stone in Spain's Shoe' published? A: The book was published on December 1, 1994.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 224 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'A Stone in Spain's Shoe' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: What are the key themes covered in the book? A: Key themes include the historical context of the Gibraltar dispute, the impact of the Falklands/Malvinas war, and the challenges in the negotiations between Britain and Spain.
- Q: Does the book provide insights into the Gibraltar Constitution? A: Yes, the book discusses the Preamble to the Gibraltar Constitution of 1969 and its implications for sovereignty negotiations.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in international relations? A: Yes, it is suitable for readers interested in international relations, particularly those focused on colonial disputes and diplomatic negotiations.
- Q: Does the book include sources from both Spain and Britain? A: Yes, it utilizes sources from both Spanish and British perspectives to provide a comprehensive analysis of the issue.
- Q: What is the significance of the Brussels Declaration mentioned in the book? A: The Brussels Declaration of 1984 is significant as it explicitly committed Britain and Spain to discuss the sovereignty of Gibraltar, marking a crucial point in the negotiations.