Institutions
How many institutions are there?
7: European Parliament, Council, European Council, European Commission, Court of Justice, Court of Auditors and the Court of Justice of the EU
What are the 4 categories of competences?
Exclusive, Shared, Coordinating and Special.
Who is the President of the European Commission?
Ursula Von der Leyen.
What measure do we try to avoid implementing in our resolutions?
Media campaigns.
Which treaty was signed on 13 December 2007?
The Treaty of Lisbon (Treaty on the Functioning of the EU).
Which body represents the interests of the EU citizens?
The European Parliament.
Who should initiate legislation in the EU?
The European Commission
Who is the president of the European Parliament?
Roberta Metsola
Which institutions do we call upon most frequently in our resolutions?
The European Commission.
When did the last enlargement happen?
2013 (Croatia)
Under which institution do Directorate-Generals operate?
The European Commission
What powers do the European Parliament and the Council have in law-making?
They share amendment and approval of legislation.
Who is the president of the European Council?
Charles Michel
What are the sections of the old resolution format?
Introductory clauses and operative clauses
What is considered the political act that started the European Integration process?
The Schuman Declaration
How many Courts does the EU have?
2 (the General Court and the Court of Justice)
Who shall enforce EU law in the Member States?
The national bodies with the support of the European Commission and the Court of Justice.
Who is the president of the Council of the EU?
Czech Republic
Can the Council of Europe be included in the resolution?
Yes, if treated as an external international organisation!
When was the EU born?
In 1993, with the Maastricht Treaty
What are the 4 decision-making levels of the Council of the EU?
Working body, Coreper I, Coreper II, Council Configuration.
Does the EU have competence on economic policies?
No
Who is the president of the European Courts of Auditors?
Tony Murphy
What kind of legislation can your committee implement?
Regulations, directives, decisions, opinions and recommendations.
How many Treaties were signed in the EU history?
Eight