The constitutional treaty will simplify procedures and decision-making structures. These are very positive elements which will be strongly welcomed by the citizens of Europe. It will be necessary to brief and consult the people we represent. I fully agree with the Minister of State, Deputy Roche, that there is a need to ensure citizens are fully informed about the outcome of the convention and the work of the Intergovernmental Conference which is to follow. Irish representatives have appeared frequently before the Joint Oireachtas Committee on European Affairs and the National Forum on Europe.