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A meeting of the Party of European Socialists (PES) in Madrid culminated with the adoption of the party's pan-European manifesto for the EU elections next June, under the motto 'Putting people first'. EurActiv reports from Madrid.
The Party of European Socialists (PES) failed to nominate a socialist candidate for the position of European Commission President at their Council in Madrid yesterday, triggering a wave of speculation in Brussels.
National parliaments have come to play an increasingly important role in the functioning of the EU, cooperating with the European Commission, the European Parliament as well as with each other. (read more)
While the European Parliament has gained extensive new powers since the first European elections were held thirty years ago, voter turnout has consistently fallen, calling into question the ability of EU politicians to reverse the trend for the 2009 elections. (read more)
The 2004 elections have continued the downward trend in voter participation in European elections. (read more)
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