Understanding the European Parliament voting syste...
Navigating the intricacies of the European Parliament electoral system can be confusing. Who can vote for Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) and why do some citizens v...
Blog
This blog, divided in two sections called The Basics and Knowledge Bites, provides readers with a variety of topics to explore. The first category covers general questions pertaining to the European Parliament elections, explaining electoral procedures, and emphasising the importance of voting. The second section hosts articles written by the academic community affiliated to the European University Institute that discuss issues relevant to the public debate in the run-up to the elections such as, economic stability, democracy and polarisation.
The Basics
The European Parliament electoral system explained
In the intricate web of European Union politics, the European Parliament stands as a key institution representing the voices of citizens across the continent. However, understandin...
How to vote in the 2024 European Parliament Electi...
From 6 to 9 June 2024 European citizens will be electing the next European Parliament. European elections give citizens across the European Union the opportunity to directly influe...
Everything you need to know before the European Pa...
The forthcoming European Parliament (EP) elections are set to take place from 6 to 9 June 2024, marking the tenth parliamentary election since direct elections were first introduce...
Why is it important to vote in elections: European...
As the 2024 European Parliament Elections are just around the corner, we often hear how important it is to participate in the democratic process of electing those that will govern ...