In this task, you are given a sentence in Spanish and your task is to translate it into English. In translation, keep the numbers and capitalization (capitalize only the first word of each sentence and name).

[Q]: Se trata, en lo esencial, de aplicar el principio de subsidiariedad.
[A]: In essence this means applying the principle of subsidiarity.


[Q]: Las diferencias entre los Estados miembros son demasiado grandes en términos de servicios, de derechos, de ingresos o gastos etc. Por lo tanto, una convergencia total es imposible.
[A]: The discrepancies between the Member States are too immense in terms of provisions, rightful claimants, revenue or benefits, etc. It is thus impossible to bring all States into line.


[Q]: También es un antiguo Ministro de Medio Ambiente quien le responde, señor presidente Martin.
[A]:
I am also saying this as a former environment minister.