The role of the Convention is straightforward. It must put in place a mechanism to bring the European Union closer to its citizens and keep it effective and efficient while giving us a positive role in the wider world. We talk about a united states of Europe but at present we are trying to find a common European approach to the situation in Iraq and we can see how difficult that is. The issue will, I hope, be resolved in a peaceful fashion but the desirability of a common European approach is obvious. Reaching agreement, however, is very difficult. Mr. De Rossa would be the first to recognise that it is a challenge to engage the public and help to chart out a vision for the Union.