MEPs back new code of conduct after bribery scandal

Publication date: 
Friday, November 18, 2011
Author: 
Philip Ebels
Media title: 
EU Observer

Euro-deputies in the key committee dealing with parliamentary rules on Thursday (17 November) approved a new code of conduct obliging them to more transparency and disclosure after a cash-for-amendments scandal uncovered earlier this year.

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“Gifts, however, do still not include hotel stays or airplane tickets. That is a dangerous loophole. MEPs may be tempted to go on trips abroad that are not exactly necessary,” said De Clerck.

And some anti-corruption campaigners doubt that the financial disclosure requirements go far enough. MEPs are obliged to disclose any income above €5,000 a year.

Link to original article: 
http://euobserver.com/843/114313
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Code of Conduct EP