In this opinion piece for EUObserver.com, I argue that Francois Hollande’s victory in France could be an important turning point in Europe’s struggle for economic recovery, but only if he broadens his agenda beyond the rhetoric of his campaign.
Category Archives: Fiscal Treaty
Some Questions About the Fiscal Treaty
The IIEA asked me a few questions about the Fiscal Treaty and videoed my anwers. Readers might find the answers of some value: They can be found here The IIEA’s general page on the Fiscal Treaty has some other useful material in it. You’ll find that here.
Gavin Barrett on fiscal treaty and the risks of a ‘No’ vote
In his Irish Times opinion piece today, Dr. Gavin Barrett, senior lecturer in European law at UCD School of Law, assesses the fiscal treaty and the implications of a ‘No’ vote in the 31 May referendum.
Fear vs. Anger?
What Ireland and Europe need now is a real debate between alternative visions of economic recovery and sustainable growth that are positive, realistic and clear with regard to what needs to be done at national and European levels. Instead, the Irish debate on the Fiscal Treaty is consistently framed (see two MEPS in this clip) as aContinue reading “Fear vs. Anger?”
Francois Hollande upsets Fiscal Treaty apple cart
By proposing that the EU adopt a new “growth pact” alongside the new Fiscal Treaty, French presidential candidate (and likely winner) Francois Hollande has dramatically shifted the politics of Eurozone reform. See report here. Critics of the Fiscal Treaty’s exclusive focus on budget discipline will welcome this move, but it seriously complicates the Irish government’s planning forContinue reading “Francois Hollande upsets Fiscal Treaty apple cart”
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