EU Mechanism for Democracy and Rule of Law

by name voted on 07.10.2020

Summary

The proposal seeks to establish a new EU mechanism to monitor and reinforce democracy, the rule of law, and fundamental rights through an annual cycle of reporting and recommendations.

9 07.10.2020

Other

justice

civil law

human rights

social policy

european union

constitutional court

administrative reform

public administration

public finance and budget policy

Key points

The proposal calls for an urgent, robust agenda to protect the democratic foundations of the European Union.
A new mechanism would be established based on an agreement between the Parliament, Council, and Commission.
The core of the proposal is an Annual Monitoring Cycle that includes a preparatory stage, an annual report with country-specific recommendations, and a follow-up phase.
An independent panel of experts would advise the institutions to ensure impartiality in assessments.

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Documents (PDFs)

REPORT on the establishment of an EU Mechanism on Democracy, the Rule of Law and Fundamental Rights The establishment of an EU Mechanism on Democracy, the Rule of Law and Fundamental Rights

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