Treaty ‘ceasefire’ ends as Cowen hit on economy

THE gloves came off once more in the Dáil yesterday when opposition leaders argued with Taoiseach Brian Cowen over the economy and education.

A ceasefire of sorts was in place in the past fortnight as the Government, Fine Gael and Labour all campaigned for a yes vote in the Lisbon Treaty referendum.

But the ceasefire ended as several shouting matches erupted in the chamber yesterday morning during Leaders’ Questions.