European Committee of the Regions 21 April 1995, Opinion of the committee of the Regions on the revision of th Treaty on European Union and of the Treaty establishing the European Community (Rapporteur: Mr Pujol i Soley)

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The Committee of the Regions expresses its views on the revision of the Treaty on European Union and the Treaty establishing the European Community, emphasizing the need for enhanced regional and local participation in EU decision-making processes. It advocates for the strengthening of the principle of subsidiarity, suggesting amendments to allow the Committee to initiate legal proceedings in the Court of Justice to defend its powers and those of local authorities. The Committee also calls for its recognition as an institution with greater autonomy and influence in legislative processes, thereby reinforcing democratic legitimacy within the Union.AI