Written question asked by Lord Dykes (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Triesman (Labour) on Thursday, 30 June 2005.

EU: UK Presidency

Question: Whether they are confident that the European Union summit on 17 June will assist in the modernisation of European Union procedures and policies during the United Kingdom presidency starting on 1 July.

Answer: refer the noble Lord to the Statement my noble friend the Leader of the House (Baroness Amos) made on the 16 to 17 June European Council in the House on 20 June (Official Report, cols. 1442–44). As she made clear, we are convinced that our presidency provides an opportunity, not just to take forward the issues already before the European Union, but to launch a debate about how Europe can best meet the challenges of globalisation and better respond to the concerns of its people about issues like jobs, security or the environment.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 683; 673 c36WA
Session: 2005-06
Related items: European Council, 16–17 June
Monday, 20 June 2005
Parliamentary proceedings
House of Lords
Subjects: EU action EU presidency