This book analyzes the development of the European Parliament s (EP) committees and their relationship with national political parties in the light of the EP s increased legislative role over the last three decades.

The book argues that national parties have a greater incentive to care about what goes on in the EP given the growth in its legislative power. Because most of the EP s detailed legislative work takes place in its committees, national parties should be concerned about their involvement with the EP s committee system. Based on extensive original research, this book shows...