On 2 June, we had the pleasure of welcoming the European Ombudswoman, Teresa Anjinho, to SEAP’s General Assembly in Brussels. Her remarks touched on three challenges that go to the heart of our profession. First, the shrinking space for meaningful participation. Accelerated decision-making may be understandable in an uncertain geopolitical …
Over the past few weeks, we have welcomed several new members: Anja Juraj (Elanco), Piotr Bonislawski (Elanco), Elise Regairaz (Aliénor), Cécile Fouquet (Aliénor), Mélanie Lamaison (Aliénor), Fabio Maccione (BAT), Francesco Piccinelli Casagrande (MEP Analytics) and Julie Favoli (Cosmetics Europe). We are delighted that you are part of our vibrant community! …
On 27 January 2026, SEAP and the European Centre for Public Affairs (ECPA) jointly organised a workshop at the Press Club Brussels on how to work effectively with consultants in European public affairs. The discussion brought together perspectives from across the sector, with contributions from Rodica Avornic (Policy Director, Carbon …
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. …
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 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 …
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 …
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 …
The European Commission has recently introduced new transparency rules. Since 1 January 2025, all senior Commission staff – including Directors-General, Directors, and Heads of Unit – must follow the same meeting rules as Commissioners and their teams. They can only meet with interest representatives who are registered in the Transparency Register. …
