Brussels, 26/11/2001 (Agence Europe) - MEP John Cushnahan (EPP-ED, Ireland), Chief Observer of the European Union Election Observation Mission in Sri Lanka for elections on 5 December, issued a statement in Sri Lanka saying that "in the discussions we have had with the political parties since we arrived, real fears have been expressed that the level of violence in this campaign could in fact be higher" than anticipated. Mr Cushnahan therefore calls on the leaders of all parties to agree on a Code of Conduct for their candidates and supporters which should not only give a commitment to non-violence but also state that disciplinary action would be taken against any candidates or activists who engage in "unacceptable and undemocratic behaviour". The European mission will remain in Sri Lanka until 12 December.