6 Facts About European Commission

1. The European Commission operates out of numerous other buildings in Brussels and Luxembourg.

2. The number of European Commission press releases shows a decreasing trend.

3. In 2007 the European Commission increased from 25 to 27 members with the accession of Romania and Bulgaria who each appointed their own Commissioners.

4. President of the European Commission is first proposed by the European Council taking into account the latest Parliamentary elections; that candidate can then be elected by the European Parliament or not.

5. Furthermore, the European Commission is responsible for the implementation of the EU budget, ensuring, along with the Court of Auditors, that EU funds are correctly spent.

6. Thus, the European Commission often proposes stricter legislation than other countries.