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Proposal to Trigger Article 7 Procedure Against Hungary

Summary

The European Parliament proposes that the Council determine a clear risk of Hungary seriously breaching fundamental EU values, such as democracy and the rule of law.
10 12.09.2018
Other
civil law
constitution
human rights
public sector
social policy
administrative law
legislative procedure
public administration
international relations

Key points

  • The European Parliament identifies a systemic threat to the core values of the European Union in Hungary.
  • Concerns are raised regarding the independence of the judiciary and the weakening of the constitutional system.
  • The report highlights restrictions on media freedom, academic freedom, and the rights of non-governmental organizations.
  • Issues regarding the treatment of minorities, including Roma and Jewish communities, and the rights of migrants are central to the concerns.
Documents (PDFs)
REPORT on a proposal calling on the Council to determine, pursuant to Article 7(1) of the Treaty on European Union, the existence of a clear risk of a serious breach by Hungary of the values on which the Union is founded The situation in Hungary
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