New ECB boss quizzed for the first time by Economic Affairs Committee
Christine Lagarde, European Central Bank President since 1 November, was heard for the first time in her new office by the Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee.
Hearing of Executive Vice President-designate Margrethe Vestager
The committees on Industry, Internal Market and Economic Affairs questioned Margrethe Vestager, Danish candidate for the Europe fit for the Digital Age portfolio.
Hearing of Executive Vice President-designate Valdis Dombrovskis
The Employment and Social Affairs and the Economic and Monetary Affairs committees questioned Valdis Dombrovskis, Latvian candidate for An Economy that Works for People portfolio.
Hearing of Commissioner-designate Paolo Gentiloni
The Economic and Monetary Affairs committee questioned Paolo Gentiloni, Italian candidate for the economy portfolio.
MEPs quiz ECB President Mario Draghi for last time
Mario Draghi appeared for the last time in the European Parliament on Monday in his tenure as President of the ECB, before stepping down on 31 October.
Irene Tinagli elected as Chair of the Economic and Monetary Affairs committee
Irene Tinagli (S&D, IT) was elected on Monday as Chair of the Economic and Monetary Affairs committee.
Lagarde recommended for ECB President by Economics and Monetary Affairs Committee
Christine Lagarde was recommended for the post of ECB President on Wednesday evening by MEPS who had questioned her throughout the morning on her competences and plans.
Parliament’s committees elect chairs and vice-chairs