The Parliamentary Roots of European Social Policy

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Focusing on the European Parliament's early influence, this book reveals its significant role in shaping Community policy beyond its original consultative purpose. By examining the EP's evolution through the lens of Community social policy, it highlights how Members of the EP advocated for a European social dimension, positioning the Parliament as a genuine representative of citizens' interests. This effort aimed to establish the EP's democratic legitimacy and demonstrate the positive effects of European Communities on daily life.