Support for Lisbon drops

There has been an eight-point drop in public support for the Lisbon Treaty since the last poll in May.

Some 46% of respondents are in favour of the treaty compared to 29% who say they will vote no - an increase of just one point.

There has been a massive seven-point increase however in the number of undecided voters who could form the basis of a winning margin for either camp.

The Minister for Foreign Affairs said the poll now confirms that most people understand that our country's future is more secure as a key player in Europe.

Michael Martin said the poll gives cautious optimism but insists that nothing will be left to chance in the days and weeks ahead of polling day

He said he will be endeavouring to win over the 'don't know' camp..