Yesterday, the European Parliament announced new access restrictions for interest representatives during recess weeks, also known as white weeks. Here is a statement from SEAP President Emma Brown: “Restricting access during recess periods is understandable. What is regrettable, however, is the confusion created by the way this measure was announced. …
The Society of European Affairs Professionals (SEAP) has written to the European Commission to request clarification on the scope of the new Regulation on the Transparency and Targeting of Political Advertising (TTPA), which will apply from 10 October 2025. While SEAP supports the Regulation’s goal of improving transparency around paid political …
SEAP is concerned about reports that the European Parliament could extend the ban on lobbying to third-party organisations linked to certain companies. While SEAP supports transparency and accountability, bans based on connections – without due process – risk undermining democratic dialogue and informed policy-making. Given the importance of this matter, …
In response to recent reports of corruption allegations against Huawei, SEAP President Emma Brown issued the following statement: “If the allegations are true, this is not lobbying — it’s corruption. Lobbying, when done transparently and ethically, is a legitimate part of democratic policymaking. It’s important not to conflate alleged criminal …
In light of recent reporting on informal forums in the European Parliament, SEAP issued the following statement from its President, Emma Brown: “SEAP recognises that informal forums in the European Parliament can serve as valuable spaces for dialogue between Members of the European Parliament and a wide range of …
SEAP welcomes the French initiative led by Jérémie Iordanoff, Vice-President of the National Assembly, to strengthen transparency in lobbying. Iordanoff has tabled a draft law that would amend the Sapin II Act, an anti-corruption law adopted in 2016, with a series of ambitious reforms aimed at increasing public oversight of …
We are pleased to announce the appointment of two new Board members: Nicola del Valle de Sousa Gavaia, EU Government Relations Senior Manager at McDonald’s, and Vincent Guerre, Director of Trade and Competitiveness at the Shipyards & Maritime Equipment Association of Europe (SEA Europe). Both Nicola and Vincent come with …
As of 1 May 2025, all interest representatives registered in the EU Transparency Register must activate their access badge every day they visit the European Parliament. Even if your badge appears “active” in your accreditation profile, you won’t get in unless you have used the new self-service terminal at the …
On 27 March 2025, SEAP hosted a panel discussion at the Press Club Brussels to explore the evolving landscape of lobbying in Brussels in the face of increasing geopolitical uncertainty. The event examined how public affairs professionals can navigate an increasingly complex political environment while maintaining ethical standards and strategic …
The Society of European Affairs Professionals (SEAP) congratulates Teresa Anjinho on taking office as the new European Ombudsman and looks forward to working with her. Her leadership will be valuable in fostering transparency and accountability across EU institutions. We also extend our gratitude to Emily O’Reilly for her 11 years …
