For example, in 2013 the ECB decided to adopt targets to substantially increase the number of female managers over the coming years, an HR policy that is already paying dividends. We also published the rules governing the ECB’s role in the granting of emergency liquidity assistance on our website. In my initial remarks today I would like to focus on three topics.
First, I will present the monetary policy conducted by the ECB in 2013. Second, I will discuss the progress made in the area of financial legislation, most importantly in the context of banking union. Finally, allow me to share my reflections on some upcoming legislative dossiers.