Approval of the Committee of the Regions' Budget Management for 2023

The European Parliament has approved the budget management of the Committee of the Regions for the 2023 financial year. This decision confirms that European funds were used correctly and in accordance with established rules. The verification process ensures transparency in the use of EU financial resources.

Context and objectives

The Committee of the Regions is an EU advisory body representing local and regional authorities. The main objective of the budget discharge procedure is to verify the legality and regularity of financial operations, ensuring that European taxpayers' money is managed appropriately.

Key measures

• Approval of budget management amounting to €116.7 million for 2023
• Verification of the European Court of Auditors' report on budget execution
• Analysis of the budget implementation rate which reached 99.9%
• Review of maintenance contracts and staff expenses
• Assessment of compliance with the EU financial regulation

Timeline and implementation

The budget discharge decision was adopted in 2025 for the 2023 financial year. The document will be published in the Official Journal of the European Union and transmitted to all involved institutions. The procedure ensures continuous control of EU institutions' financial management.

Impact for citizens and stakeholders

This decision confirms that the Committee of the Regions' financial resources were effectively used to support cohesion and regional development policies. Citizens benefit from greater transparency in the management of European funds, and local and regional authorities see their role strengthened in the European decision-making process.