ČT24 | The role of MEPs in the eyes of Czech citizens
Interest in the European Parliament elections remains low, and increased turnout is not expected this year either. The Czech perception of the European Union is partly shaped by political expressions, influencing a rather eurosceptic public perception. Although Czech MEPs have the potential to contribute significantly within the Parliament, the public has only limited awareness of their work and influence. Speculations about future positions within the ECR faction and possible commissioner positions are still premature. Viktor Daněk, deputy director of the EUROPEUM Institute, opened these topics on the evening broadcast 90’ on ČT24.
1. April 2024
When only 21 Czech Members of the European Parliament are elected to a body where there are more than 700 of them, it sounds like a drop in the ocean. But that's not entirely the case; the European Parliament isn't just a voting machine, MEPs actively create legislation. Active MEPs have the opportunity to engage with a few, but still significant, legislative proposals during their term. And if they are rapporteurs or shadow rapporteurs, they literally draft legislation or adjust it to ensure it aligns with their perspective and that of the European Parliament. It is they, as rapporteurs, who shape the opinion of the entire European Parliament.
You can listen to the interview here. The entire segment about the European Parliament starts at 51:54, and you can start listening to the interview from 1:10:38.
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