Twitteropolis: interactive map to the European Parliament on Twitter

How do you find the best Parliament Twitter account to follow? Our interactive and newly updated Twitter map shows the way.

The Parliament's Twitter accounts help you to find anything from interviews to press releases, the latest voting results from parliamentary committees, videos and background briefings from the Parliament's research service.


The map has been inspired by the iconic map for the London Underground. Every line groups related accounts. Click on an account and you will be redirected to the respective page on Twitter.


News in your language


The light blue line lists the central accounts of the European Parliament with the latest articles and interviews with MEPs in your language.


Local tweets


The pink line connects the accounts of the Parliament's liaison offices tweeting local news from the member states.


Committee updates


The orange line links the accounts of 20 parliamentary committees, three subcommittees and special and inquiry committees. You will find vote results, press releases and alerts about meetings. They are also a good way to get in touch with press officers.


Media services


The shorter green line represents media services offered by the Parliament, including the central press account, the spokesperson and latest images and videos.


Events and more


The yellow line lists events and other Parliament accounts, for example the Charlemagne Youth prize and the European Youth Event.


This article was originally published on 28 March 2014, but has been republished due to updates.


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