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Mon 08 Aug 2008Roche's Lisbon comments draw criticism
Elements from both sides in the Lisbon referendum debate have criticised comments made by Minister for European Affairs Dick Roche on holding another vote on the issue.
Over the weekend, Mr Roche said a second referendum on the Lisbon Treaty would “ultimately” be required and that ratifying key elements by legislation was not a viable option.
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