Dáil debates

Wednesday, 8 June 2011

11:00 am

Photo of Enda KennyEnda Kenny (Mayo, Fine Gael)

I propose to take Questions Nos. 1 and 2 together.

As I outlined in my response to questions in this House on 24 May, I met with Prime Minister Cameron in Government Buildings on the evening of Wednesday, 18 May. Our discussions focused on the complete transformation of the relationship between Britain and Ireland in recent years. The closeness of that relationship has been demonstrated by the warmth with which the Queen was received in this country. We also discussed EU issues and our shared economic difficulties.

There was no explicit discussion about the interest rate on the bilateral loan extended from Britain, nor was it intended that there should be. We did, however, discuss broader EU and international economic and political developments and the Government's approach to getting an improved deal from our external partners. I am satisfied that the UK Government understands our position and will be as supportive as it can.

We continue to negotiate with our colleagues at European level about the conditions and the extent of the improvements that might be made on the IMF-EU bailout deal.

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