European Parliament delays launch of independent EU ethics body

Right-wing majority blocks reform

The European Parliament is attempting to delay the creation of a pan-European body tasked with monitoring compliance with ethical standards by representatives of EU institutions. This was reported by Politico, citing its own sources.

According to journalists, the initiative is being stalled by right-wing politicians who hold a majority in the parliament. They propose delaying the launch of the new structure until the so-called mid-term personnel reshuffles are completed. This decision contradicts the position of the European Parliament's legal service, which believes the body must be created in accordance with a decision adopted back in 2024.

Transparency issues amid scandals

The protracted procedure for establishing independent oversight raises additional questions about European politicians' readiness to strengthen controls on conflicts of interest and compliance with transparency rules. The situation is unfolding against the backdrop of a series of corruption scandals.