Runs the EU on a day to day basis. Drafts proposed EU legislation
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What is the Council?
Passes EU legislation, sometimes in conjunction with the European Parliament. Allows government ministers from each MS to meet and discuss important matters
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What is the European Council?
Sets the general political direction of the EU. Compromises the head of state or of Government of each MS of the EU
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What is the European Parliament?
Allows representatives of the people of the MS to consider and often vote on EU legislation. Can ask written or oral questions of the commissioners who make up the commission
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What is the court of justice of the EU?
Imposes sanctions for breach of Eu legislation. Adjudicates disputes over the meaning of EU law
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What is the European Central bank?
Main aim to keep inflation in the eurozone countries of the EU at around 2%. Sets and implements monetary policy for the eurozone countries of the EU
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What is the European Court of Auditors?
Checks any persons or organisations handling EU funds. Checks that EU collects and uses its funds legally and effectively, not an actual court
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Passes EU legislation, sometimes in conjunction with the European Parliament. Allows government ministers from each MS to meet and discuss important matters
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