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News Archive 2004

26/03/2004
People must have say on Constitution

Following discussion with European Leaders, Tony Blair has announced this morning that he wants to move quickly towards an EU Constitution, as it would be a good thing for Britain. Leaders have agreed to finalise the EU Constitution at the next meeting of the IGC on the 17th-18th June, one week after the European Elections.

Jonathan Evans MEP, Leader of the Conservatives in the European Parliament, said: "If Mr Blair thinks this is such a good idea, then why won't he let the people decide? It is now crystal clear that he wants to sign Britain up to a European Constitution as soon as possible.

"This Constitution will profoundly change the relationship between Britain and the EU. Tony Blair must give the British people a final say in a referendum, and he should give that commitment now.

"This morning, the Minister for Europe said he trusts the public, but by slamming the door on a referendum, the Prime Minister shows his Government's contempt for the British people."

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