I know a large number of such people and I know how important international protection is, particularly the protection provided by the institution of political asylum.

It depends on the Czech presidency, but I know its ambition and I know the readiness of the Commission to move ahead.

− (PT) I am very familiar with that situation and I am very familiar with the issue the Government of Malta has raised in that regard, and your question is covered by the answer I have already given to a fellow Member: the Presidency is aware, and Portugal as a Member State is aware, that Portugal is also a country of the South, and we too will therefore do our utmost to ensure that the word ‘solidarity’ is actually put into practice while bearing in mind the difficulties and problems, which do exist, though like many cases this one also requires perseverance and persistence.

I know your qualities, I know what you are capable of, and I know your determination, your common sense and your moderation.

Whilst I do not know anyone who eats raw rabbit or raw poultry, I know many people – some are Members of the European Parliament – who eat red meat that is either raw or close to raw.

(d) 'towed gear' means trawls, Danish seines and similar gear with a cone- or pyramid shaped body closed at the back by a bag (codend) or comprising two long wings, a body and a bag (codend) and which are actively moved in the water;