European Parliament

The European Parliament is the legislative and representative body of the European Union. It is elected every five years by the citizens of the EU member states. 

It is the European Parliament and the Council of the EU that adopt laws, approve the budget and oversee the executive branch in the EU. 

Who heads the European Parliament? The body's President is Roberta Metsola. 

Read the latest news about the European Parliament and its work.

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