Charles Flanagan (Laois, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I have to be frank and say no, I do not envisage a situation in the near future where the EU will introduce the type of ban the Deputy speaks about. It is not possible to reach agreement on that. There are other areas upon which we can reach agreement with particular reference to the settlements. We will continue to engage at EU and international conference level, and I refer to the Paris initiative, as well as in our relations with the United States and other actors.

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