Strange bedfellows join from margins

The no side merges those at either end of the political spectrum, says Theresa Reidy

WITH just days to go to polling, both sides of the fiscal treaty debate have taken shape.

There was a prominent late addition 10 days ago, with Declan Ganley declaring for the no side. He has been joined by a number of Independent TDs, including Shane Ross and Finian McGrath. All had been expected to advocate for a no, so their entry into the race is unlikely to have a significant impact. In fact, there have been few surprises with the shape and faces on either side of this campaign. Most of the groups have taken part in EU campaigns in the past.