The independence of the central bank is a requirement for any country belonging to the European Union. Pressures, what ever side they come from, are simply unacceptable.

I think European integration - and this is a must for me - must not be counteracted by nationalist, protectionist measures.

We will see stronger consumption. It needs a brighter outlook, and that has clearly materialized in recent months.

There has to be a reasonable budget policy that limits the countries in their spending.

Prevention is better than cure and a moderate rate rise is better sooner than later.