We have seen the posters for the upcoming referendum all over the place, a majority of them urging on Yes vote, and a small handful promoting No vote. Set to take place on 12 June 2008, Ireland is the only country that is holding such referendum (the other European states are based on parliamentary decision) that may or may not lead to the ratification of this treaty.

Yet, when asked, not many people really know what this treaty is about. I have yet to see any leaflets aimed to educate the voters about the treaty and allows them to make informed decision prior to going to poll. We have a voice, but we need to know for what purpose are we exercising our rights! To date, some 47% still doesn’t know what to vote and I’m certain a majority of them are confused voters.

The following sources are good starting points for those seeking information:

• Treaty of Lisbon : At a glance by EUROPA
• Treaty of Lisbon : Q&A by EUROPA
• 10 easy-to-read fact sheets by Fondation Robert Schuman (PDF file)
• Q&A of The Treaty of Lisbon by BBC News

I hope you find these links useful.