Commissioner Hearings: procedures, practices and 2014 lessons

This procedure evaluates the process used to vet candidates for the European Commission, drawing on experiences from the 2014 appointments. It aims to ensure that the European Parliament can effectively assess the competence and political direction of future Commissioners before they take office.

This affects the appointment process of the European Commission. It seeks to establish clearer rules and better practices for hearings to ensure greater transparency and accountability for all designated Commissioners.