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Old 3rd April 2009
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Originally Posted by Lthse View Post
What are the benefits to Ireland?
Here's a few below, Plus there are no benefits to a no vote, only further damage.

1. Increased access to European Markets - A yes vote on the Lisbon Reform Treaty means that the single market project will be more efficient and Irish business can secure further business opportunitie

2. Ireland will retain a veto in key areas for Irish Business - A yes vote on the Lisbon Reform Treaty means that any member state will have a veto on decisions in relation to Taxation, including Corporation Tax, key areas of Social Policy and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).

3. Improve our ability to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) - A yes vote on the Lisbon Reform Treaty will enhance Ireland’s reputation as being a good place to do business which is at the Heart of Europe.

4. Increased access to international markets and power to shape the rules of international trade - A yes vote on the Lisbon Treaty improves our chances to secure access to international markets and will increase Ireland's weight in shaping the rules of international trade.

5. New business opportunities for Irish companies - A yes vote on the Lisbon Reform Treaty creates the potential for increased opportunities for Irish business particularly in areas subject to increasing liberalisation such as Transport, Energy and the Environment.

6. Irish business will continue to develop highly skilled jobs - The Lisbon Reform Treaty lays down the objective of full employment and social progress. To this end, the Treaty prescribes that Member States and the European Union shall develop a coordinated strategy for employment. One reason for Ireland’s economic success has been the coordination of employment guidelines at European level and the exchange of best practice among EU Member States. A yes vote on the Lisbon Reform Treaty means Ireland’s employment measures can be further developed and our ability to develop highly skilled jobs will be enhanced.

7. Ireland’s exposure regarding energy security will be reduced. As an island at the periphery of Europe, Ireland is geographically isolated, particularly in terms of energy security. The Lisbon Reform Treaty for the first time includes energy security as a policy of the European Union and refers to a spirit of solidarity between member states' when it comes to difficulties in energy supply. The Lisbon Reform Treaty also promotes the interconnection of energy networks.
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