CM Fabian Picardo has today issued a statement in which he 'notes the press reports of a case filed against him in Madrid by activists of the Spanish right wing political group "Vox".'

The Chief Minister said: "The legal proceedings against me alleging torture, which have been filed in Madrid's Audencia Nacional by activists of Spanish right wing political party Vox are frivolous and vexatious and a clear abuse of process. In addition, these proceedings are a slur on the excellent reputation and work of Her Majesty’s Royal Gibraltar Police, Her Majesty’s Prison Service and the Gibraltar Magistrates' Court and legal system, all of which I have complete confidence in. I fully respect the Spanish Courts and legal system and will therefore not lose a moment's sleep over this case. Lawyers will be instructed to deal with this clear abuse of process."