Governance in EU Institutions: The Commission or Consensus as Effectiveness

Focusing on the decision-making processes within the European Commission, this seminar paper explores the application of governance concepts, particularly emphasizing the informal aspects of decision-making. It examines how the Commission's institutional heritage influences consensus-building among its members. The analysis aims to identify the specific governance characteristics that define the Commission's functioning, providing insights into the interplay of formal and informal mechanisms in European governance.