Pat Breen (Clare, Fine Gael)

Nobody wants the veto to be used, but I take it the Minister of State is confirming we can use our veto in this regard. The Taoiseach was given assurances by Commissioner Barosso when he met him last week about copperfastening Ireland's veto in the taxation area. I take it the Minister is confirming that Ireland could use its veto if necessary.

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