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Beyond the Symbolic Function : Policy Learning within the European Committee of the Regions
Ouwejan, M.M. (2023) Beyond the Symbolic Function : Policy Learning within the European Committee of the Regions.
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| Abstract: | This thesis examines the European Committee of the Regions created by the Maastricht Treaty of 1992. At this time, regions were granted an advisory role to enhance the EU decision-making process. Thereby, 70% of the proposed legislation is implemented by regions highlighting their importance within the EU arena. Yet, the Committee faces criticism regarding their effectiveness. By using cases and secondary data, this study demonstrates that the Committee influences the Commission’s legislative proposals. Where the amendments relate to policy learning focusing on regional information, needs, knowledge and experiences. Still, the Committee’s contribution is limited to the role of the regions and new policy instruments due to the Commission’s responsiveness. This contradicts the presumption that the Committee acts as a symbolic body. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Master) |
| Faculty: | BMS: Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences |
| Subject: | 89 political science |
| Programme: | European Studies MSc (69303) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/95805 |
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