Approval of the European Data Protection Supervisor's Budget Management for 2023

The European Parliament has approved the budget management of the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) for the 2023 financial year. This decision confirms the proper use of European funds by the independent authority responsible for data protection. The discharge procedure ensures transparency and accountability in the use of European taxpayers' money.

Context and objectives

The discharge procedure represents a key phase in the European budget cycle, based on Articles 317-319 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union. The main objective is to verify the legality and regularity of the implementation of the EDPS budget, ensuring compliance with data protection standards as a fundamental right guaranteed by the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights.

Key measures

• Approval of the management of the EDPS budget of €22.7 million for 2023
• Monitoring of budget implementation rates: 96% for commitments and 84% for payments
• Verification of improved average payment times from 25 to 19 days
• Analysis of increased mission expenses from €176,903 in 2022 to €284,580 in 2023
• Review of the European Court of Auditors' report on budget performance

Timeline and implementation

The decision was adopted in 2025 based on the report of the Committee on Budgetary Control (A10-0053/2025). The discharge procedure concludes with official transmission to all relevant EU institutions and publication in the Official Journal of the European Union. Continuous control will be ensured through annual reports and regular audits.

Impact for citizens and stakeholders

Citizens benefit from transparent management of European funds and the assurance that the data protection authority fulfills its mission under efficient conditions. EU institutions are required to respect high data protection standards. The process demonstrates the functioning of the democratic control system over the European budget.