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European Union: European Parliament

The European Parliament is the only directly-elected body of the European Union. The 785 Members of the European Parliament. They are elected once every five years by voters right across the 27 Member States of the European Union on behalf of its 492 million citizens. Parliament plays an active role in drafting legislation. For example, on environmental protection, consumer rights, equal opportunities, transport, and the free movement of workers, capital, services and goods. Parliament also has joint power with the Council over the annual budget of the European Union. Website: www.europarl.europa.eu/
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European Parliament resolution of 15 January 2015 on Kyrgyzstan, homosexual propaganda bill

16 January 2015 | Publisher: European Union: European Parliament | Document type: Resolutions/Recommendations/Declarations

European Parliament resolution of 24 May 2012 on the fight against homophobia in Europe

24 May 2012 | Publisher: European Union: European Parliament | Document type: Resolutions/Recommendations/Declarations

European Parliament resolution on the case of the Iranian citizen Sayyed Mehdi Kazemi

13 March 2008 | Publisher: European Union: European Parliament | Document type: Resolutions/Recommendations/Declarations

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