He said it showed that when there was a real debate with real ownership, there can be strong support for Europe. "In fact, it was a declaration of independence of Ireland from the UK Independent Party because you were there making a campaign and Ireland said No to you and your party" Mr Barosso said. Asked whether the commission had taken any steps to ensure the transition between the Nice and Lisbon Treaties, Mr Barroso said it was waiting to see what the Czech Constitutional Court would decide before taking any steps. Full Article at Irish Times