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Fri 04 Apr 2009Decision to end forum on Europe criticised
THE GOVERNMENT’S decision to wind down the National Forum on Europe has been criticised by several campaigners for and against the Lisbon Treaty, who argue the move will stifle debate in the run-up to a second referendum.
In a statement yesterday, the Government said the decision to close the forum was taken in light of the current budgetary situation.
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