European Political Parties and Party Finance Reform: Funding Democracy?

This book provides an in-depth analysis of the party finance regime at the level of the European Union, exploring how Europarties have coped with and altered the funding rules, and the consequences for party democracy and the rule of law in Europe.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 301 pages
Publication date: 08 April 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate realm of party finance within the European Union, offering a thorough examination of the regulatory framework governing political parties. Through an in-depth analysis of the interplay between European political parties and their institutional context, it sheds light on how these parties have navigated and adapted the funding rules to suit their needs. The book explores the rationale behind the provision of increasing party subsidies and the notable disparities observed in how Eurosceptic and pro-European parties have utilized their EU funding. Furthermore, it delves into the strategic changes made to the party finance reform at the EU level, highlighting how these rules were tailored to favor certain European parties over others. Given the fundamental democratic aspirations that underpinned the establishment of the finance regime, the book examines the impact of these regulations on party democracy and the rule of law in Europe. This invaluable resource is of utmost importance to scholars engaged in the study of the European Parliament, Eurosceptic parties, EU decision-making, (European) party politics, and political finance.

Weight: 425g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030951771
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022