What are the functions of the European Parliament?

The European Parliament has 3 roles:

• It debates legislation. It can pass or reject laws, and it can also make amendments (but not in all cases).
• It supervises EU institutions and budgets.
• It establishes an EU budget (along with the Council of the EU).

What is the main function of the Council of the European Union?

The Council of the European Union shares decision-making power with the European Parliament, particularly in the areas of law-making and budget approval. The Council consists of a government minister from each member state.

What are some of the functions and roles of the European Commission?

The Commission helps to shape the EU’s overall strategy, proposes new EU laws and policies, monitors their implementation and manages the EU budget. It also plays a significant role in supporting international development and delivering aid.

How does the European Parliament control the Commission?

The EP ensures democratic control over the Commission, which regularly submits reports to Parliament including an annual report on EU activities and on the implementation of the budget. Once a year, the Commission President gives a State of the Union address to plenary.

What is the European Parliament?

The European Parliament (EP) is one of three legislative branches of the European Union and one of its seven institutions. Together with the Council of the European Union, it adopts European legislation, commonly on the proposal of the European Commission. The Parliament is composed of 705 members (MEPs).

What is the function of Commission?

advise national and provincial organs of state regarding personnel practices in the public service, including those relating to the recruitment, appointment, transfer, discharge and other aspects of the careers of employees in the public service.