Five largest economies in the European Union.
The 2009 British Five Pound coin commemorated the 500th Anniversary of the accession of Henry VIII to the throne.
The question makes an incorrect assertion, namely, that Turkey is part of the European Union. As of yet, Turkey has not had its application for membership (submitted over twenty years ago - April 14, 1987) accepted by the European Union. There are five main reasons given for the European Union's failure to accept the bid.1) Turkish Failure to Recognize the Armenian Genocide: Many states in the European Union have recognized the Armenian Genocide as a fundamental denial of human rights against the Armenians. The Turkish Government currently espouses the view that while there may have been some indiscretions, it does not rise to the level of genocide. However, this view runs contrary to nearly all established scholarship outside of Turkey. Additionally, Turkey compels many world governments to not to accept the term "genocide" using its critical location and foreign policy as weapons against taking this view.2) Turkish Invasion and Occupation of North Cyprus: In 1974, the Turkish army launched an amphibious assault in Cyprus to protect Turkish Cypriots from an increasingly pro-Greek Cypriot majority. In 1974, the UN established a ceasefire line which has divided Cyprus into northern and southern halfs. To this day there has been no formal peace treaty. Turkey has also moved 200,000 Turkish citizens to the north of Cyprus in violation of the Fourth Geneva Convention. (Considering that the population of Cyprus is only 1.1 million, this is a huge population transfer.) Being in a state of war against an EU member state, which Cyprus is, and occupying the de jure territory of another country are both violations of the terms of accession to the European Union3) Turkish Repression of the Kurdish Minority:Kurds represent between 15-25% of the overall Turkish citizenry. They have a unique language, culture, and society from ethnic Turks. Many aspects of Kurdish culture are actively restricted. Their language was illegal for many decades as was the right to name their children with Kurdish names. Some Kurdish cities have been renamed in order to "Turk-ify" them. Some Kurds have risen in rebellion against the Turkish government, but far many more have attempted to have a peaceful discussion with the Turkish government. However, the Turkish government has assassinated numerous Kurdish politicians attempting to make peace and improve the situation. This maltreatment of a significant minority is appalling to European Union member states.4) Turkey's Poor Human Rights Record: There are limits on the Freedoms of Speech and the Press in Turkey. The Justice System is relatively corrupt and the Prison System is badly maintained. Additionally, there are extra-national executions (where a person is sent to another country to be executed since capital punishment is illegal in Turkey) and relatively common applications of prisoner torture. There are military barracks near most Turkish cities in order to prevent protests and riots. Turkey is a liberal democracy in comparison to most Middle Eastern countries, but not in comparison to the much greater transparency and freedoms in most of the remaining European Union countries.5) Turkey's Developing Economy: Turkey is a developing economy whereas most of the European Union has a developed economy. Since the European Union is first and foremost an economic union and then a superstate structure, having an economy that operates along different principles from most European economies makes accession more difficult.There are two additional reasons cited by Turks and their sympathizers as to why their bid has not been accepted.1) Economic Competition: Although Turkey is a developing country, it has a population larger than every current European Union member other than Germany. Turkey's economy is growing at a very high rate and Turkish infrastructure is completely evolving. Additionally, due to European Union internal migration laws, many Turks would likely migrate to other European countries without VISA issues. This would lead to competition for employment opportunities between citizens of other European Union countries and Turkish migrants. The fear of the growing Turkish economy and the migration of Turks to other countries makes many Europeans wary of Turkish accession.2) Islam: There is currently no member in European Union which is a majority-Muslim country. Given Europe's frigid reception of Muslim immigrants, many Turks say that the primary reason that they have not been allowed to become a part of the European Union is that their religion and culture have been labelled as "different" and "non-European".
The contents of the Volkswagen biodiesel statement appear below: This information is correct at time of publication/review 3rd March 2010 Standard Forecourt Fuel - BS EN 590 Volkswagen Group does approve the use of diesel fuel containing up to 7% Biodiesel in all of their diesel vehicles. The change to legislation on 1st April 2010, insists that fuel suppliers must use at least 3.5% Biofuel in diesel production. In accordance with European legislation (Directive 2003/30/EC) the Biofuel content in forecourt fuel will gradually increase over the next few years, to meet the objective to reduce the lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions produced by road transport. Filling station forecourts supply diesel (to the standard BS EN590), which can now contain up to 7% Biodiesel with at least 93% Fossil fuel. The use of this fuel requires no modifications to the vehicle or changes to the vehicles' maintenance schedule. Important: BS EN 590 is approved for vehicles fitted with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF). B30 Biodiesel Volkswagen Group does not approve the use of B30 Biodiesel in any of its vehicles. B30 Biodiesel is a blend of 70% Fossil fuel and 30% Biofuel, derived from Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (FAME). The use of this fuel in Volkswagen Group vehicles may invalidate the engine and exhaust system warranty. 100% Biodiesel Certain Volkswagen Group vehicle models are approved to run on 100% Rapeseed Methyl Ester (RME) Biodiesel. 100% RME Biodiesel compatible parts fitted during manufacture of the vehicle is denoted by the vehicle PR code 2G0, which is found on the data sticker; however some of the older vehicles may not have this PR code. Always refer to the Owner's Handbook and factory information regarding the vehicle's compliance with Biodiesel before using this fuel type. In vehicles that are 100% Biodiesel compatible, Volkswagen Group has only approved the use of Rapeseed Methyl Ester (RME) to standard DIN EN 14214. No other Biodiesel can be used. Important: • Vehicles that do not have the factory preparation for Biodiesel cannot use 100% Biodiesel. • Vehicles fitted with a Common Rail fuel injection system cannot use 100% Biodiesel. • Vehicles fitted with Pumpe-Duse injectors cannot use 100% Biodiesel. • Vehicles fitted with a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) cannot use 100% Biodiesel, however EN590 containing up to 7% Biodiesel is approved for use with DPF. • 100% Biodiesel vehicles cannot be used in temperatures below -10°C. • The use of 100% Biodiesel may slightly reduce the driving performance of the vehicle and slightly increase the fuel consumption. • The use of 100% Biodiesel may increase the frequency of the maintenance schedule on the vehicle. Volkswagen Vehicles: Model Model Year B30 Biodiesel Approval 100% RME Approval Retrofitting Possibilities for 100% RME Polo 2010 onwards NOT approved NOT Approved NA Golf VI 2009 onwards NOT approved NOT Approved NA Scirocco 2009 onwards NOT approved NOT Approved NA Tiguan 2008 onwards NOT approved NOT Approved NA Blue Motion Vehicles 2007 onwards NOT approved NOT Approved NA Eos 2006 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA Touran 2003 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA Passat CC 2009 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA Passat 2006 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA Passat 1997-2005 NOT approved From start of production NOT approved with Pumpe-Duse engine variants. None Passat 1994-1997 NOT approved From MY 1996 Limousine / Variant from MY1994 (except TDI) From vehicle No: 31P E 240001 31P B 240001 Retrofit kit: 3A0 298 215 Golf V 2004 - 2009 NOT approved Only with PR Code 2G0. NOT approved with Pumpe- Duse engine variants. None Golf IV 1998-2004 NOT approved From start of production NA Polo Diesel 1995-2002, 2002 onwards NOT approved From introduction of diesel engines Not planned for earlier models Polo Classic 1996-2002 NOT approved From introduction of diesel engines NA Golf / Vento 1992-1998 NOT approved From MY1996 All diesel engines All Golf / Variant / Vento since MY1992 (except TDI) Retrofit kit: 1H0 298 215 Golf Ecomatic 1992-1998 NOT approved From vehicle No: 1HR P491 791 For older vehicles use retrofit kit same as Golf: 1H0 298 215 Sharan 1995-2006 NOT approved From MY 1997. NOT approved with Pumpe-Duse engine variants. None Touareg 2003 onwards NOT approved From start of production. NOT approved with Common Rail or Pumpe-Duse engine variants. NA Phaeton 2001 onwards NOT approved From start of production. NOT approved with Common Rail or Pumpe-Duse engine variants. NA Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles: Model Model Year B30 Biodiesel Approval 100% RME Approval Retrofitting Possibilities for 100% RME Crafter 2006 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA Caddy 2004 onwards NOT approved Only with PR code 2G0. Vehicles with PR code: 2G2 or Auxiliary Heater or DPF are NOT compatible. NA Caddy 1996-2003 NOT approved Swirl-chamber diesel and SDI from production date week 23/1996 Not planned T5 (EU5) 2010 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA T5 (EU4) 2003-2009 NOT approved NOT approved since week 02 / 2006. Engine codes BRR, BRS, BNZ, BPC. NA T5 (EU3) 2003-2006 NOT approved From start of production for engine codes AXB, AXC, AXD, AXE, BLJ with PR code 2G0. NA T4 1996-2003 NOT approved From vehicle No. 70T H 012 212 70T X 019 998 for diesel engines without catalysts Up to vehicle No. 70T H 012 211 70T X 019 997 for diesel engines without catalysts Retrofit kit: 701 298 215 Not available for engines with secondary heating system LT2 1996-2006 NOT approved From start of production Not planned LT1 1992-1996 NOT approved NOT approved Not planned Audi Vehicles: Model Model Year B30 Biodiesel Approval 100% RME Approval Retrofitting Possibilities for 100% RME Q5 (8R) 2009 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA A8 (4E) 2003 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA Q7 (4L) 2006 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA A6 (4F) 2005 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA A5 (8T) 2008 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA A4 (8K) 2008 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA A4 (8E) 2001 onwards NOT approved From start of production until vehicle No. 8E 5A 400 000. The parking / auxiliary heater should not be used, faults may be caused if operated. NA A4 (8D) 1995-2002 NOT approved From vehicle No. 8D TA 043 491 NA A4 (8H) Cabriolet 2003 onwards NOT approved From start of production. The parking / auxiliary heater should not be used with RME, NA faults may be caused if operated. NOT approved for Pumpe-Duse engine variants. Cabriolet (8G) 1992-2000 NOT approved From vehicle No. 8G TA 003 060 NA A3 (8P) 2003 onwards NOT approved Only with PR Code 2G0. NOT approved for Common Rail or Pumpe-Duse engine variants. None A3 (8L) 1997-2005 NOT approved From start of production. Can cause faults with the parking/auxiliary heater NA A2 (8Z) 2000-2005 NOT approved From start of production. Can cause faults with the parking/auxiliary heater NA A6 (4B) 1997-2005 NOT approved From start of production. Can cause faults with the parking/auxiliary heater NA A6 (4A) except 2,5 quattro 1991-1997 NOT approved From vehicle No. 4A TN 018 501 Not planned A6 (4A) 2,5 quattro 1991-1997 NOT approved From vehicle No. 4A TN 065 285 Not planned Allroad 1997-2005 NOT approved From start of production. Can cause faults with the parking/auxiliary heater NA A8 (4D) 1994-2002 NOT approved From start of production. Can cause faults with the parking/auxiliary heater NA 80/90 1987-1989 NOT approved NOT approved NA 80 1992-1996 NOT approved NOT approved NA 100 1983-1991 NOT approved NOT approved NA 100 1991-1997 NOT approved NOT approved NA SEAT Vehicles: Model Model Year B30 Biodiesel Approval 100% RME Approval Retrofitting Possibilities for 100% RME Exeo (3R) 2009 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA Ibiza (6J) 2008 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA Altea XL 2006 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA Toledo / Altea EU4 2004 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA Leon EU4 2006 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA Alhambra EU4 1996-2006 NOT approved NOT approved NA Ibiza / Cordoba EU3 (6L) 2002 onwards NOT approved From start of production. NOT approved for Pumpe-Duse engine variants. NA Toledo / Leon EU3 1999-2004 NOT approved From start of production. NOT approved for Pumpe-Duse engine variants. NA Toledo / Altea EU3 2004 onwards NOT approved From start of production Only with PR code 2G0 NA Alhambra EU3 1996-2006 NOT approved From start of production. NOT approved for Pumpe-Duse engine variants. NA Ibiza / Cordoba / Vario (6K) 1996-2002 NOT approved NOT approved NA Arosa 1997-2004 NOT approved From start of production. NOT approved for Pumpe-Duse engine variants. NA Inca 1999-2003 NOT approved From vehicle No. TR 013605 NA Škoda Vehicles: Model Model Year B30 Biodiesel Approval 100% RME Approval Retrofitting Possibilities for 100% RME Yeti 2010 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA Superb II (3T) 2009 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA Fabia II (54) 2007 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA Roomster (5J) 2006 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA Scout 2008 onwards NOT approved NOT approved NA Felicia 1994-2000 NOT approved NOT approved NA Octavia II (1Z) 2005 onwards NOT approved Only with PR Code 2G0. NOT approved for Pumpe-Duse engine variants. NA Octavia I (1U) 1997-2005 NOT approved 100% RME is approved from start of production up to production in week 26, 2006 (W/C 26/06/2006). 100% RME is NOT approved for vehicles manufactured after week 26, 2006. Always refer to the owner's handbook. NA Fabia (6Y) 2000 - 2006 NOT approved 100% RME is approved from start of production up to production in week 26, 2006 (W/C 26/06/2006). 100% RME is NOT approved for vehicles manufactured after week 26, 2006. Always refer to the owner's handbook. NA Superb (3U) 2002 onwards NOT approved 100% RME is approved from start of production up to production in week 32, 2006 (W/C 07/08/2006). 100% RME is NOT approved for vehicles manufactured after week 32, 2006. Always refer to the owner's handbook. NA