Feargal Quinn (Independent)

I have three questions about Articles 9, 11 and 12 of the Convention. Article 9 deals with the primacy of European law over the laws of member states. Is the Minister of State sure that he is protecting our interests in this area? Article 11 deals with exclusive competency over the common policy. The French are worried about their film industry in this area. Are there concerns for Ireland in this regard? Article 12 deals with tax harmonisation, which, according to an article in The Economist last week, could damage our tax system. I do not believe everything I read in The Economist, but will the Minister of State put my mind at rest in that regard?