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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

October is here, and with it comes our September recap as the political calendar springs back into life. We've picked out three key developments that caught our attention. 👉 Swipe, read, and subscribe to our newsletter here: buff.ly/HTgtZHh

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

We launched @parliview.bsky.social yesterday, and what an afternoon! 🎉 Thank you to Brando Benifei MEP, the researchers from @unistrathclyde.bsky.social and @ucddublin.bsky.social, Rudi Borrmann, Sofia Calabrese, Raphaël Kergueno, and everyone who joined us!

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Summer is officially over, meaning the lobbyists are back in Brussels. And that's clear when looking at the data. 🌊 📊Swipe to deep dive into last month's Integrity Watch data on lobbying in both the European Parliament and Commission.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Happy Right to Information Day! The right to information isn't abstract. It's a tool you can actually use. It lets you hold governments accountable, take part in public decisions, and push back against corruption.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

It is becoming increasingly difficult to identify who truly owns a company — and this anonymity is no longer merely incidental, but is being exploited as a tool.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Last week, our Illicit Financial Flows policy officer Giulia took part in the Intelligence Triad, a panel discussion on how Suspicious Transaction Reports can be elevated. ❓ Suspicious Transaction Reports (STR) are key to tackling anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF).

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Last week, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) ruled that EU law does not require the disclosure of information on all shareholders — including minority shareholders.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Last June, we submitted a joint letter with @thegoodlobby.wsocial.eu, @lobbycontrol.bsky.social and @corporateeurope.org regarding the Commission's newly-created AI Envoy position. The @ombudsman.europa.eu has now urged the Commission to respond to our letter.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Yesterday, our Director Nicholas Aiossa took part in a panel discussion at the European Conference against Corruption, hosted by MEP @chloe-ridel.fr and L'Observatoire de l'Ethique Publique.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Next Wednesday, our director Nick Aiossa takes the stage at the European Conference Against Corruption - a key moment to discuss how the EU and its Member States can step up the fight against cross-border corruption.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

📚 Part 2 of our team's summer reads recommendations. Summer might almost be over, but let's not forget how a good book can bring back that cosy summer feeling.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

📢 We're hiring! Transparency International EU is looking for a motivated trainee to join our EU Political Integrity team in Brussels.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Did we miss your transparency-related favourite film? Let us know in the comments.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Whether you're watching under a starlit sky in your garden or on the balcony this evening, or perhaps in a few weeks' time on a rainy autumn day, curled up under a blanket on the sofa — we hope you enjoy these as much as we did.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

📽️ After sharing our summer read recommendations, here are six film recommendations for you. Did you know our Director, Nick, spoke at the European Parliament's screening of the film Black Box Diaries (2024), by Japanese journalist and filmmaker Shiori Itō?

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

📚 Still on the hunt for an enticing read for your summer break? Our team has put together a few recommendations to see you through the quieter months. We begin this series with Ilaria, Marthe and Giulia, who work on data, comms and illicit financial flows. May their picks inspire yours.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

As the month of August is upon us and EU politicians are enjoying their summer recess, it seems a fitting moment to get to know Transparency International EU a little better. Here are three things about us you might not know. Swipe to discover, and follow for more.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

We've got you covered. Swipe to find out more. Liked this explainer? Follow us for more

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

We're back with another explainer. You may have seen that the European Commission released its latest Rule of Law report last June. But what does the report actually cover? What are its key takeaways — and is it translating into real change on the ground?

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

From Marine Le Pen losing her appeal against her guilty verdict for embezzling EU funds over the span of almost a decade, to our complaint to the Commission over its use of a consulting firm with a stake in hydrogen issues when it drew up hydrogen policy.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

While Brussels is on the cusp of shutting down for the summer, our work is anything but. On the contrary, this July continued to see some of the biggest anti-corruption stories break.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

For now, we're taking a one-month break too. Enjoy the summer!

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

🔍 Can't wait until next month to learn more about lobbying in the EU? We've got you covered. Explore our Integrity Watch EU platform for the latest updates here: buff.ly/6QuBvK6 📧 Want these updates in your inbox every month? Sign up here: buff.ly/Nw0CRx0

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

🌊 Let's take a deep dive. 📊 While the summer recess has started, lobbying continues — albeit at a slightly slower pace. Swipe to discover who was lobbying and who was being lobbied in both the European Parliament and the Commission in July.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

🤯100,000 LOBBY MEETINGS LOGGED ON OUR INTEGRITY WATCH PLATFORM🤯

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

The far-right Patriots for Europe (PfE) misspent over 276,000 euros in EU funds. A coalition of the centre and far-right political groups, including the PfE itself, seems content with allowing that money to be paid back from a reserve fund of taxpayers' money. We're not. 🔽🔽🔽 buff.ly/a4794nM

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

t's been a mammoth June, which calls for an XXL newsletter. That's exactly what we've done, with twice as many topics as usual. Swipe to discover June's six highlights. Want more? Sign up to get everything straight to your inbox, here: buff.ly/BPkfPwH

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

A French court has found far-right politician Marine Le Pen guilty of embezzling European Parliament funds. That's the French story.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

🗣️ Stronger civil society, media and culture means a stronger Europe. Check Civil Society Europe’s infographic to discover stable funding mechanisms for civil society. Stay updated on ‘Voices of Millions’ on their website: bit.ly/3RjPEyk #EUCivilSociety #VoicesOfMillions

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Last Wednesday, we hosted an event on EU Cooperation on Rule of Law & Democratic Governance in Enlargement Countries

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Their bravery has protected public health, kept millions from being stolen and exposed everyday workplace wrongdoing. And yet many whistleblowers are fired, harassed or silenced for it. #WorldWhistleblowerDay

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

🔎 What is the state of funding for civil society in the EU? Check data at a glimpse in Civil Society Europe’s infographic. Stay updated on ‘Voices of Millions’ on CSE’s website: bit.ly/3RjPEyk #EUCivilSociety #VoicesOfMillions

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Where is EU enlargement heading next? Find out at our event next Wednesday on EU Cooperation on Rule of Law & Democratic Governance in Enlargement Countries.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

We're hiring! Are you passionate about corruption and transparency in the European Union? Do you have knowledge of anti-corruption and anti-money laundering developments and trends at EU level? If so, we might be looking for you. 📩Apply now here: buff.ly/K4fXhjq.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Our lead story this month concerns German EPP MEP Angelika Niebler, who is under investigation over allegations of misuse of Parliament funds.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Between bank holidays, sunshine and storms, a lot has happened over the past month, although some decisions have been questionable, to say the least. We have selected the top three stories from last month and bundled them together for you.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

We call for an investigation by the Advisory Committee into possible breaches of the Code of Conduct for MEPs, and for the imposition of appropriate sanctions should misconduct be confirmed. Read the full complaint here: buff.ly/R36sSU9 .

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

We've submitted a complaint on ECR MEP Alexandr Vondra. Our complaint follows concerns over undeclared outside activities and potential conflicts of interest linked to his role as chair of the Prague Center for Transatlantic Relations (PCTR).

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Again: which employer would allow anyone who misused a seven-figure sum to continue managing a budget? The answer, is, unfortunately, the European Parliament. Instead of tacitly condoning expenses misuse, it should strip him of his oversight duties. It has the power to do so.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

We've now submitted a report to the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF), because we believe the same misuse may be going on at the ID Group's successor, the Patriots, of which Mr Claeys remains the Secretary General.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Which employer would continue to entrust budget management to someone whose audit shows the misuse of 4.3 million euros? Reports last year revealed the now-defunct far-right ID group was on the hook for misusing that sum. Philip Claeys oversaw its budget during that time.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

We upgraded the lobbyists section on the platform, enabling you to interactively discover where lobby organisations registered in the EU Transparency Register are based worldwide, how many are located in each country, and much more information about them.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Who really has the EU’s ear? That question is easier to answer thanks to our updated Integrity Watch EU platform.

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Transparency International EU @transparency-eu.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Our analysis of the rule of law in the EU's enlargement countries continues. Next up, we have Serbia, which has been negotiating accession since 2014.

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