The most likely scenario for a British euro referendum is that it will be held in late 2005 or early 2006, Neil Kinnock, vice-president of the European Commission and former leader of the UK Labour party says.
In the Financial Times he said the "five tests" on British euro membership, due to be completed by June, will conclude that more time is needed to gauge convergence between sterling and the single currency. "I think the assessment will be positive. But what we won't have in June i...
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Lisbeth founded EUobserver in 2000 and is responsible to the Board for effective strategic leadership, planning and performance. After graduating from the Danish School of Media and Journalism, she worked as a journalist, analyst, and editor for Danish media.