Councillors unite against Lisbon Treaty

Some 135 councillors have joined forces to reject the Lisbon Treaty today, claiming it would privatise public services and create a more militarised Europe.

Councillors unite against Lisbon Treaty

Some 135 councillors have joined forces to reject the Lisbon Treaty today, claiming it would privatise public services and create a more militarised Europe.

The politicians argued the charter would also weaken Ireland’s influence in the EU, do little to tackle climate change and make life tougher for developing countries.

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