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<p>Lobbying in the modern world is becoming part of decision-making processes at the local, state, supranational and global levels. The lobbying process is characterized by the use of various techniques and tools, which is why there are many definitions. In the European Union, it is perceived as a European representation of interests, through which different groups try to influence the decision-making process in the various institutions. Lobbying is often referred to when it is necessary to describe a particular political process, event or phenomenon that has not reached the general public or has remained opaque due to its specific nature. As lobbying becomes increasingly important, this article aims to clarify what lobbying is and what its legitimate and acceptable forms are. It is not without reason that there is a general distrust of the lobbying process and, in particular, of the real intentions of lobbyists. Therefore, many people believe that such activities distort the political process in terms of transparency, integrity and influence. Given the sensitive nature of the topic of lobbying, some good practices from existing lobbying rules at European level will also be considered.</p>
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Lobbying in the modern world is becoming part of decision-making processes at the local, state, supranational and global levels. The lobbying process is characterized by the use of various techniques and tools, which is why there are many definitions. In the European Union, it is perceived as a European representation of interests, through which different groups try to influence the decision-making process in the various institutions. Lobbying is often referred to when it is necessary to describe a particular political process, event or phenomenon that has not reached the general public or has remained opaque due to its specific nature. As lobbying becomes increasingly important, this article aims to clarify what lobbying is and what its legitimate and acceptable forms are. It is not without reason that there is a general distrust of the lobbying process and, in particular, of the real intentions of lobbyists. Therefore, many people believe that such activities distort the political process in terms of transparency, integrity and influence. Given the sensitive nature of the topic of lobbying, some good practices from existing lobbying rules at European level will also be considered.

The Role of Lobbying in the Decision-Making Process in the European Union

“Neofit Rilski” South-West University

International conference KNOWLEDGE-BASED ORGANIZATION

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Lobbying in the modern world is becoming part of decision-making processes at the local, state, supranational and global levels. The lobbying process is...

The Role of Lobbying in the Decision-Making Process in the European Union

Published Online: Jul 12, 2021

Page range: 219 - 224

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/kbo-2021-0077

Keywords
lobbying, influence, transparency, European Union, EU legislation

© 2021 Veronika Stoilova, published by Sciendo

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.

The Role of Lobbying in the Decision-Making Process in the European Union

Published Online: Jul 12, 2021

Page range: 219 - 224

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/kbo-2021-0077

Keywordslobbying, influence, transparency, European Union, EU legislation

© 2021 Veronika Stoilova, published by Sciendo

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License.

Keywords
lobbying, influence, transparency, European Union, EU legislation