Summary
The European Parliament calls for stricter guidelines and more transparency regarding the financial interests declared by EU Commissioners to prevent conflicts of interest. 10 01.12.2016
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government
civil service
administrative law
public administration
Key points
In force from 01/12/2016
- The Parliament seeks to move from simple formal checks to a deep, substantive analysis of financial declarations to ensure true independence.
- New rules would require the disclosure of all financial assets and liabilities exceeding 10,000 euros.
- The absence of any confirmed conflict of interest must be a mandatory requirement before any Commissioner hearing can take place.
- Restrictions on employment and activities after leaving office should be extended to a period of at least three years.
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