Chapter 5 - Pressure Groups and the European Union Flashcards
1
Q
Why do PGs choose to operate on EU level?
A
Ignored by national government
Their sectional interest is supranational (Europe wide)
2
Q
Because the Council of the European Union relies on QMV, this means that…
A
PGs must target broader groups than just those from their country
3
Q
What is one of the significant access points of the European Union? Why does it have so many?
A
The European Commission, and because of the EU’s complex structure
4
Q
What are Eurogroups?
A
Pressure groups that are like minded in Europe that join together to achieve common aims
