Szekler National Council to Challenge EU Commission’s Rejection of Citizens’ Initiative

The Szekler National Council (SZNT) will exercise its right of appeal and challenge the European Commission’s (EC) rejection of the Transylvanian organization’s citizens’ initiative to protect national regions before the Court of Justice of the European Union, announced SZNT President Balázs Izsák at a press conference in Sfantu-Gheorghe (Sepsiszentgyörgy) on Tuesday.

As the submitter of the European citizens’ initiative entitled “Cohesion policy for the equality of regions and the sustainability of regional cultures,” the organization has two months to challenge the EC’s rejection decision in court, meaning the lawsuit must be filed by November 3.

Balázs Izsák pointed out that they are aware that the EC has the right to decide not to initiate legislation in connection with a citizens’ initiative.

At the same time, as with any decision, this decision must also be justified,”

he said.

He added that there are legal requirements for the justification, which the EC must comply with. He argued that the Commission’s official response did not meet these requirements.

Via MTI; Featured photo: European Parliament/Laurie DIEFFEMBACQ

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