Published: January 6th, 2023,
Last updated: January 6th, 2023
It has not been possible so far for corrupt deputies to have their pension rights canceled. Rainer Wieland (CDU), one of the Vice-Presidents of the European Parliament since 2009, wants to change that and initiate a corresponding review in Parliament. Against the backdrop of the scandal surrounding MEP Eva Kaili, he calls for further measures to increase transparency – including transparency of the Commission. Markus Grabitz has the details.