Mr. John Callinan:

In all of our discussions on the common travel area we have been clear that we are not just talking about the right to move physically but also about all these extended benefits. Everything we have produced, both in our documentation and in discussions with our partners, has made that clear. For the reasons that Deputy Donnelly correctly illustrated, we have been unambiguous in this regard. I think that is understood and recognised, so the issue of seeking a veto in respect of it did not arise. However, the net point remains of what the effect would be of exercising such a veto.