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Clarification of Rules for Establishing Political Groups

Summary

This decision clarifies that political groups in the European Parliament must submit declarations that clearly and genuinely outline their shared values and political objectives.
10 17.04.2019
Other
european union
political party
parliamentary rules of procedure

Key points

In force from 17/04/2019
  • The decision provides a formal interpretation of rules regarding the establishment of political groups in the European Parliament.
  • Political groups are now required to explicitly state the values they stand for in their official declaration.
  • The declaration must outline the main political objectives that members intend to pursue together.
  • The description of the group's political orientation must be substantial, distinctive, and genuine.
Documents (PDFs)
Political declaration for the establisment of a political group (interpretation of Rule 32(5), first subparagraph, second indent, of the Rules of Procedure)
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