Can organised interests be of help in bringing the EU closer to its
citizens? In this SIEPS report the issue is examined by studying the
process that produced the new regulatory system for chemicals (REACH).
The conclusion is that participation of interest organisations
contributed to better and more well-balanced decisions. This indicates
that participation of various groups in decision-making might be a way
of promoting the democratic legitimacy of the EU.
To read more and download the report, go to SIEPS website.