MEPs challenge code of conduct loophole

EUOBserver reported on 19 June 2012 that a loophole in the European Parliament's code of conduct enabledlobbyists to continue to fund MEP non-business-class flights and pay for hotel accommodation of up to €300 a day without disclosure.

• Primary Source

European Voice, 31.5.12: MEPs battle over ethics rules http://www.europeanvoice.com/article/imported/meps-battle-over-ethics-rules/74463.aspx

ESO: Background information: MEPs back new code of conduct after bribery scandal http://www.europeansources.info/record/meps-back-new-code-of-conduct-after-bribery-scandal/

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