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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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Vers un Système Européen Commun d'Asile - Evaluation et Propositions - Eléments à Mettre en Place pour l'Etablissement d'un Système Efficace et Cohérent

September 2008 | Publisher: European Union: European Parliament | Document type: Research, Background and Discussion Papers

Towards a Common European Asylum System - Assessment and Proposals - Elements to be Implemented for the Establishment of an Efficient and Coherent System

September 2008 | Publisher: European Union: European Parliament | Document type: Research, Background and Discussion Papers

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