Debate resumed on amendment No. 3:To delete all words after "Dáil Éireann" and substitute the following: "recognises the achievements of the Irish Presidency of the Council of the European Union contributing to stability, jobs and growth; supports the Government's ongoing work to promote measures which will allow the European Union to respond effectively to the crisis currently facing the Union, particularly those steps which will help break the vicious circle between banks and sovereigns; underlines the importance of measures being prioritised by the Government to foster jobs and competitiveness; and emphasises the importance of deepening public engagement with the EU and the need to ensure that democratic legitimacy and accountability remain fundamental pillars of the Union.".- (Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade).

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