HC Deb 10 February 1986 vol 91 c311W
Mr. Teddy Taylor

asked the Prime Minister why she agreed to references in Community law to the European Assembly being altered to the European Parliament in the European Act.

The Prime Minister

The European Act follows current usage in the Community. Whatever terminology is used, the nature of the institution is unchanged.

Mr. Teddy Taylor

asked the Prime Minister if she will set out in a statement the additional rights, entitlements and privileges which will be given to the European Assembly in consequence of the European Act.

The Prime Minister

Under a new co-operation procedure, an absolute majority of the Members of the European Parliament will be able, in certain areas, to propose amendments to Commission proposals. It will be for the Council to decide whether to accept such amendments. The European Parliament will also have the right of assent to new accessions and new association agreements.