Finance Minister says yes vote will aid EU role in conflict prevention

FINANCE Minister Brian Lenihan has urged a yes vote on the Lisbon treaty as a way to strengthen the European Union’s role in conflict prevention.

Speaking at the National Day of Commemoration for Irish men and women who died in wars or in service with the United Nations, Mr Lenihan drew parallels between those remembered at the ceremony and the opportunities offered by the October referendum.

“In particular, our work together within the European Union to prevent conflict, and to mitigate its effects, stands to benefit greatly if the Lisbon treaty enters into force,” he said.