
Years ago, Derek wrote, “The only convergence in euroland is slow growth and deteriorating public finances.” How right he has been proven. Putting principle before political opportunity, he was always ready to speak his mind – whether warning against the flaws of the euro before it became fashionable, or campaigning against the EU’s Lisbon Treaty up and down the country.
Derek was a thoroughly decent person who generously shared his time and insight. He was an inspiration to the Open Europe team and we owe him greatly. Our thoughts are with his wife Gisela and all his friends and family.
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