Strengthen the European Parliament
The European Parliament Controls the European Union
National Parliaments Control their Governments

Contents

Summary

1. Functions of the EP and of National Parliaments

2. The European Parliament has to be strengthened
2.1. Basic Principles for Strengthening the EP
2.2. CFSP and Justice and Home Affairs Must Become More Democratic
2.3. Flexible Forms of Integration Require parliamentary Participation

3. Scrutiny of the Member State Governments by National Parliaments Can Not Be Made Uniform
3.1. Minimum Requirements and Limits for the Inclusion of National Parliaments
3.2. Minimum Requirements for the Scrutiny of National Goverments
3.2.1. Scope of Parliamentary Scrutiny
3.2.2. Timing of Parliamentary Scrutiny
3.2.3. Effects of Parliamentary Scrutiny
3.2.4. A Right to Sue for National Parliaments?

4. The Dialog Among the Parliaments Must be Strengthened

Appendix: The Scope of Parliamentary Scrutiny in the Areas of CFSP and CJHA