Understand the EU’s decision-making process. Part 2

Summary

The concepts of public participation in decision-making, and consultation with interested and affected stakeholders, have an important place in EU governance. Consultation is a process through which the Commission collects opinions and views from citizens and stakeholders about its policies in line with Treaty obligations. Advisory Councils consist of representatives from fishing and aquaculture organisations, plus interest groups such as environmental and consumer NGOs, covering a number of geographical areas and fields of competence. The new Common Fisheries Policy strengthens the role of the Advisory Councils and Member States and the Commission have a duty to take their views into account.

Author

• Cristina Fernandez

Publication date

01 August 2014