The European Union Flashcards
1
Q
What was the European Union (EU) originally called?
A
The European Economic Community (EEC)
2
Q
Which countries set up the EEC?
A
France, Germany, Italy and the Benelux countries (Belgium, Luxemburg and the Netherlands)
3
Q
What treaty founded the EEC?
A
The Treaty of Rome
4
Q
When was the Treaty of Rome signed?
A
25 March 1957
5
Q
What year did the UK join the EEC?
A
1973
6
Q
How many member states are in the EU?
A
28 member states (27 now the UK has left)
7
Q
When did the UK vote to leave the EU?
A
23 June 2016
8
Q
What are the 3 designations you might find for EU laws?
A
Directives, Regulations, Framework decisions
