We have not yet reached any definitive view on the precise measures we would propose to remedy this situation.

I will be monitoring the situation closely and, if I am not satisfied that sufficient progress is being made, I will take tougher action,

With the broad consensus reached on key aspects of this proposal the European Parliament has provided us with a solid basis for going forward.

This will not be allowed, because it would spell the end of the free market as we know it,

Ireland does not believe that there are reasonable grounds for such a recommendation,

The danger is, if we're not very frank and strong about this, there will be tit-for-tat arrangements. You get into a situation where it becomes an epidemic.