Parliamentary functioning in extraordinary circumstances

by name voted on 17.12.2020

Summary

The European Parliament is introducing new rules to ensure it can continue working during crises like pandemics or security threats through remote participation and flexible meeting arrangements.

9 17.12.2020

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government

administrative law

parliamentary rules of procedure

Key points

The Parliament will establish formal rules to handle exceptional and unforeseeable circumstances that prevent normal operations.
The President can declare extraordinary circumstances based on security, safety, or technical unavailability.
Possible measures include postponing meetings, moving sessions to external locations, or using remote participation.
Measures can be taken to prevent a loss of political balance if a significant number of members cannot attend due to regional crises.

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REPORT on amendments to the Rules of Procedure in order to ensure the functioning of Parliament in extraordinary circumstances Amendments to the Rules of Procedure in order to ensure the functioning of Parliament in extraordinary circumstances

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