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European integration is growing more complicated
by the day. This glossary explains the meaning of some of the more
important words and phrases.
If you have any additions or amendments to suggest to
the definitions or the links, please e-mail them to glossary@federalunion.org.uk.
V
variable geometry
- the idea that each country should choose which European
Union policies it will take part in, and which it will not.
Unlike in a multi-speed
Europe, the implication is that any opt-outs
will turn out to be permanent rather than temporary.
veto
- the power that each member
state has to prevent a decision being reached in the Council
of Ministers, when decisions are taken by unanimity.
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