Council to give first opinion on draft 2002 Budget

The Budget Council is expected to give a favourable first opinion on the Commission's proposed budget for 2002 when it meets on 20 July. The COREPER was able to reach a qualified majority despite dissent from France.

The Budget Council is expected to give a favourable first opinion on the Commission’s proposed budget for 2002 when it meets on 20 July. The COREPER was able to reach a qualified majority despite dissent from France.