Sarkozy scraps public meeting with Lisbon opponents 17/07/2008 - 07:26:40
French President Nicolas Sarkozy has reportedly scrapped plans to hold a public meeting in Ireland with opponents of the Lisbon Treaty.
Mr Sarkozy was understood to be planning the event when he visits Ireland next Monday.
However, reports this morning say the plans have been abandoned due to "nervousness" on the French side.
The move follows Mr Sarkozy's comments that Ireland will have to hold a second referendum on the Treaty. The Taoiseach Brian Cowen is reported to be furious at the intervention.
Mr Sarkozy is instead expected to hold private talks with both sides in the recent referendum debate.
French President Nicolas Sarkozy has reportedly scrapped plans to hold a public meeting in Ireland with opponents of the Lisbon Treaty.
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