Central historical archives

 

The European Parliament maintains and makes available to the public its historical archives of material relating to its legislative and political activity from 1952 until the 4th parliamentary term (1994-1999).

 
 

Furthermore, most documents have been digitised and can be consulted at the Archive and Documentation Centre (CARDOC) in Luxembourg [see link to ‘Description of the main collections’].

All non-confidential documents can also be obtained by contacting the Archive and Documentation Centre.

Archive and Documentation Centre
  • A documentation and search assistance service for researchers is also available to any member of the public wishing to engage in detailed study of the history of the European Union.
  • The Holdings and Collections section enables you to check whether the documents you are looking for are available on paper.
  • Parliament in days gone by... A look back each month at the major events which took place in the European Parliament in that month in previous years.
  • Historical publications: drawn up in the form of summaries of material in the archives, they give insight into or an overview of aspects of the history of European integration.
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