Gibraltar's Chief Minister Slammed for Interfering in Police Probe
Update: 2025-12-23
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Gibraltars Chief Minister, Fabian Picardo, faced severe criticism in a public inquiry for attempting to shield his friend, James Levy, from a police search warrant. The inquiry, led by retired judge Sir Peter Openshaw, revealed Picardos attempts to interfere with a legitimate criminal probe in May 2020. Despite Picardos denial, the inquiry found that his actions were indeed aimed at protecting Levy from the warrants consequences and phone checks. Additionally, the inquiry concluded that Police Commissioner Ian McGrail was forced to retire due to Picardo and the governors loss of confidence, without following proper procedures. This ruling highlights significant tensions in Gibraltars leadership and policing, raising questions about accountability and the future handling of power and investigations in the tiny territory.
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