No side are once again spreading myths and untruths says Generation YES

The No side are once again spreading untruths and misinformation about the Lisbon Treaty and obscuring the real issues in Lisbon, particularly around defence policy, says Generation YES.

There is no EU army, and no conscription. Not now, not ever.

What Lisbon will do is to help peace-keepers from different countries co-ordinate their resources and work together in crisis zones, meaning our troops in Chad will have support from other EU states and allowing Ireland to continue our proud tradition of peace-keeping.

The EU was founded to make sure that there could never be another war in Europe.  The Lisbon Treaty allows the EU to continue to pursue the aims of peace, justice and freedom upon which it was founded.

Under Lisbon, EU countries will only be able to use defence policy for peacekeeping, conflict-prevention and strengthening International Security, in accordance with the UN Charter. (Article 43(2) TEU). While the new position of High Representative for Foreign Affairs will make the EU a stronger voice for justice and peace in the world.