Ms Tracy O'Keeffe:

In the event that it emerged there was serious non-compliance with the pact measures, that would bring the question of infringing proceedings into play, but any such procedure would follow an extensive process of engagement with the Commission with a view to remedying issues. There would be ongoing engagement. At this stage, it is impossible to tell what the nature of any such proceedings might be. Should things go that far, it would be a matter for the Court of Justice of the EU to make decisions in relation to the consequences of a significant failure to comply with the requirements.