EU budget 2007-2013: a deal is done – €4 billion more but some dissatisfaction

Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) reacted 5 April 2006 at their plenary session to the recent deal struck between the Parliament, Council and Commission on the financial perspective 2007-2013. Although, many MEPs stated their dissatisfaction with the figures, it was felt that reaching a deal was essential. MEPs had secured a further €4 billion on the deal the Council had struck in December 2005 under the UK Presidency.

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European Parliament: Article, 5.4.06: Budget deal reached for 2007-2013 - MEPs give their views http://europarl.europa.eu/news/public/story_page/034-7096-093-04-14-905-20060405STO07095-2006-03-04-2006/default_en.htm

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