We expect overwhelming interest in mr Trichet’s Mandeville lecture today. A full house, interesting side meetings, a masterclass and several networking opportunities place Erasmus once again at the centre of an important societal debate. More Europe or less? More eurozone integration into a true Banking Union? Eurobonds a horror or a blessing? A European ministry of Finance? Queen Beatrix to read her annual throne address authored by Brussels? These and other very pertinent questions will be debated throughout the day. If you are lucky you can still secure a seat -provided there are enough no-shows.