Press Release: New rules on funding EU political parties and foundations

On the 16 April 2014, the European Parliament backed plans to reform the funding arrangements and legal status of European political parties and their affiliated foundations.

The new rules, informally agreed with Council, will clarify the finances of these bodies and enhance their European character.

• Primary Source

ESO: Background information: New rules on funding EU political parties and foundations http://www.europeansources.info/record/press-release-new-rules-on-funding-eu-political-parties-and-foundations/

EurActiv, 16.04.14: Parliament agrees new rules to beef up EU parties http://www.euractiv.com/sections/eu-elections-2014/parliament-agrees-new-rules-beef-eu-parties-301612

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