Concept information

Preferred term

European Parliament  

Definition

  • Formerly the "Assembly" of EEC. Comprises some 520 "representatives of the peoples" of European Community states, directly elected, and based in Strasbourg. Exercises advisory and supervisory powers; debates and passes resolutions and may veto admission of new member states.

Broader concept

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URI

http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/3002

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