The former Prime Minister of Ireland discusses the possibility of the UK leaving the EU, and the questions it raises about the political structure of the union. This is the final part. Click here to read part one.

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The former Prime Minister of Ireland, John Bruton, disccusses the political and economic stresses that might lead to the break-up of the European Union, and its consequences for member states. This is the first of two parts.

Historical context suggests a Greek exit from the Euro would restore competitiveness faster and with less suffering than the current Troika plan of austerity and internal devaluation.

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