Schröder speaks out for multispeed Europe

German chancellor Gerhard Schröder has spoken out for a Europe of various speeds after the European Union enlarges on 1 May.

The chancellor told the German press agency, dpa, that "in the areas where a continuation in integration is necessary, we should very pragmatically look for ways that would enable a group of member states to progress".

He added that it must be considered "how European unification can be brought forward in a much bigger European Union".

Mr Schröder's wo...