Enda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

Will the Taoiseach confirm that the European Commission was contacted by the Government in respect of the proposed takeover of Aer Lingus by Ryanair? If so, what question did the Government ask and has there been any response?

Where are we at with the European constitution? The period of reflection is over and during the forthcoming elections in France, the French will make their decision. Has any progress been made under the Finnish EU Presidency in this regard?

There have been some comments about a change to the corporation tax rate in Northern Ireland. Although this may be discussed in tomorrow's statements on Northern Ireland, does the Taoiseach have a view on the suggestion? Does he foresee complications in that Scotland and Wales may also require a reduction in their corporation tax rates?

What is the Government's view on the difficulties surrounding the Turkish EU accession talks? Is it the Taoiseach's view that the Turkish refusal to allow Greek Cypriots to use its ports is a stumbling block and that, according to President Barroso, it may delay any decision on Turkish accession for 15 to 20 years?

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