European Parliament

European elections ( 23-26 May )

The European elections give you the opportunity to choose your MEPs and help shape Europe’s future. Find out more and get involved.

about elections

Learn how elections work and get ready to vote

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because

Parliament’s work affects many aspects of your life. Your vote can make a difference.

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this time i'm voting

Take it one step further and encourage others to support democracy and vote.

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elections press kit

All the information journalists need to cover the elections

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Members, bodies and activities

751 MEPs

The European Parliament is made up of 751 Members, who are directly elected.

Go to the website : MEPs

President Antonio TAJANI

The President is elected for a renewable two and a half years, meaning half a Parliamentary term.

Go to the President's website : The President

8 Political groups

MEPs sit in political groups. They are not organised by nationality, but by political affiliation.

Select a political group

Go to the website : Political groups

Plenary

During plenary sessions MEPs vote on European laws and take position on issues through debates.

Go to the website : Plenary

23 Committees

MEPs participate in committees to prepare the work for Parliament's plenary sessions.

Select a committee

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44 Delegations

Parliament's delegations maintain relations and exchange information with parliaments in non-EU countries.

Select a delegation

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Secretariat-general

The secretariat-general supports the work of MEPs and the parliamentary bodies.

Go to the website : Secretariat-general