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What is the primary focus of Agenda-Setting Theory in the context of public policy?
What is the primary focus of Agenda-Setting Theory in the context of public policy?
What is the Commission Work Programme (CWP) responsible for in the agenda-setting process?
What is the Commission Work Programme (CWP) responsible for in the agenda-setting process?
What is the outcome of the agenda-setting process in the context of public policy?
What is the outcome of the agenda-setting process in the context of public policy?
Who has the final decision-making authority in presenting a policy proposal?
Who has the final decision-making authority in presenting a policy proposal?
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What is the correlation found in the study of North Carolina voters during the 1968 presidential election campaign?
What is the correlation found in the study of North Carolina voters during the 1968 presidential election campaign?
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What is the primary characteristic of the decision-making process for certain policies, such as foreign policy and policy on certain aspects of justice and home affairs?
What is the primary characteristic of the decision-making process for certain policies, such as foreign policy and policy on certain aspects of justice and home affairs?
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What is the main purpose of the TFEU?
What is the main purpose of the TFEU?
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Which of the following is an exclusive competence of the EU?
Which of the following is an exclusive competence of the EU?
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What is the role of the Council of the EU in international agreements?
What is the role of the Council of the EU in international agreements?
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What is the Treaty on European Union (TEU) also known as?
What is the Treaty on European Union (TEU) also known as?
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In the European Union, what is the principle that aims to ensure that decisions are taken as closely as possible to the citizens?
In the European Union, what is the principle that aims to ensure that decisions are taken as closely as possible to the citizens?
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What type of competences are those where the EU has the sole power to legislate?
What type of competences are those where the EU has the sole power to legislate?
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In areas of shared competences, who can act freely as long as EU legislative bodies have not previously intervened?
In areas of shared competences, who can act freely as long as EU legislative bodies have not previously intervened?
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What is the procedure used to address many of the shared competences issues legislatively?
What is the procedure used to address many of the shared competences issues legislatively?
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What is the purpose of the EU's actions in areas of shared competences?
What is the purpose of the EU's actions in areas of shared competences?
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What is the primary role of the Commission, Council, and EP in the European Union's commercial policy?
What is the primary role of the Commission, Council, and EP in the European Union's commercial policy?
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What is the core of the European Union's external economic relations?
What is the core of the European Union's external economic relations?
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What is the main objective of the EU's 'TRADE DEFENCE' policy?
What is the main objective of the EU's 'TRADE DEFENCE' policy?
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What is the name of the EU policy that promotes trade and commercial agreements covering almost every corner of the globe?
What is the name of the EU policy that promotes trade and commercial agreements covering almost every corner of the globe?
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What is the primary mechanism by which the EU manages its complex range of partnerships and agreements?
What is the primary mechanism by which the EU manages its complex range of partnerships and agreements?
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What is the European Union's status in the global economy?
What is the European Union's status in the global economy?
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Which institution has a leading role in international environmental issues?
Which institution has a leading role in international environmental issues?
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What is the nature of the trade and development policy in the EU?
What is the nature of the trade and development policy in the EU?
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Which of the following is a key aspect of the EU's economic power?
Which of the following is a key aspect of the EU's economic power?
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What is the European Union's status in the global arena?
What is the European Union's status in the global arena?
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What is the principle that guides the EU's decision to act on an issue?
What is the principle that guides the EU's decision to act on an issue?
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Which of the following is an example of a 'shared and coordinated' competence of the EU?
Which of the following is an example of a 'shared and coordinated' competence of the EU?
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What is the main difference between exclusive and shared competences of the EU?
What is the main difference between exclusive and shared competences of the EU?
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Which of the following is a common objective of the EU's shared competences?
Which of the following is a common objective of the EU's shared competences?
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What is the role of the EU in areas of shared competence?
What is the role of the EU in areas of shared competence?
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Who is responsible for proposing new laws and legislative proposals in the EU?
Who is responsible for proposing new laws and legislative proposals in the EU?
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What is the primary focus of the EU's actions in areas of shared competences?
What is the primary focus of the EU's actions in areas of shared competences?
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Which of the following is an example of an EU objective?
Which of the following is an example of an EU objective?
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Which EU legislative body is responsible for examining proposals from the European Commission?
Which EU legislative body is responsible for examining proposals from the European Commission?
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What is the role of the lead department responsible for the file in the European Commission?
What is the role of the lead department responsible for the file in the European Commission?
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Which EU legislative body is responsible for representing the interests of EU citizens?
Which EU legislative body is responsible for representing the interests of EU citizens?
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What is the purpose of the European Commission's explanation of a proposed legislation?
What is the purpose of the European Commission's explanation of a proposed legislation?
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Which of the following is an example of a common EU objective?
Which of the following is an example of a common EU objective?
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Who is responsible for drafting the legislation in the EU's policy-making process?
Who is responsible for drafting the legislation in the EU's policy-making process?
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What is the role of the rotating presidency of the EU Council in the examination of a proposal?
What is the role of the rotating presidency of the EU Council in the examination of a proposal?
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Which entity shares the responsibility for the trade and development policy in the EU?
Which entity shares the responsibility for the trade and development policy in the EU?
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What is the role of the European Commission in the EU's economic power?
What is the role of the European Commission in the EU's economic power?
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What is the relationship between the EU's trade and development policy and its economic power?
What is the relationship between the EU's trade and development policy and its economic power?
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What is the significance of the EU's trade and development policy in the global arena?
What is the significance of the EU's trade and development policy in the global arena?
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What is the nature of the EU's trade and development policy?
What is the nature of the EU's trade and development policy?
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What is the primary role of the committees in the EU's legislative process?
What is the primary role of the committees in the EU's legislative process?
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Which type of competences involve the EU and Member States sharing authority?
Which type of competences involve the EU and Member States sharing authority?
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What is the primary purpose of the Ordinary Legislative Procedure (OLP)?
What is the primary purpose of the Ordinary Legislative Procedure (OLP)?
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In which areas can Member States act freely, as long as EU legislative bodies have not previously intervened?
In which areas can Member States act freely, as long as EU legislative bodies have not previously intervened?
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What is the primary focus of the EU's actions in areas of shared competences?
What is the primary focus of the EU's actions in areas of shared competences?
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What is the primary function of the Commission Work Programme in the EU's policy cycle?
What is the primary function of the Commission Work Programme in the EU's policy cycle?
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According to the Agenda-Setting Theory, what is the role of the media in shaping public opinion?
According to the Agenda-Setting Theory, what is the role of the media in shaping public opinion?
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In the EU's policy cycle, what is the stage that involves identifying a problem and agreeing to do something to address it?
In the EU's policy cycle, what is the stage that involves identifying a problem and agreeing to do something to address it?
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Who has the final authority in deciding whether or not to present a policy proposal in the EU's policy cycle?
Who has the final authority in deciding whether or not to present a policy proposal in the EU's policy cycle?
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What is the primary focus of the Agenda-Setting Theory in the context of public policy?
What is the primary focus of the Agenda-Setting Theory in the context of public policy?
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What is the primary characteristic of EU policies, such as agricultural policy?
What is the primary characteristic of EU policies, such as agricultural policy?
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What is the purpose of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU)?
What is the purpose of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU)?
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Which of the following is an exclusive competence of the EU?
Which of the following is an exclusive competence of the EU?
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What is the significance of the 'Single Market' in EU policy-making?
What is the significance of the 'Single Market' in EU policy-making?
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What is the consequence of the EU's exclusive competence in certain areas?
What is the consequence of the EU's exclusive competence in certain areas?
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What is the primary purpose of the Common Commercial Policy (CCP) in the European Union?
What is the primary purpose of the Common Commercial Policy (CCP) in the European Union?
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What is the core of the European Union's external economic relations?
What is the core of the European Union's external economic relations?
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Which type of policy is concerned with countering perceived unfair trade practices by the EU's key partners?
Which type of policy is concerned with countering perceived unfair trade practices by the EU's key partners?
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What is the nature of the agreements covered by the EU's Trade Promotion policy?
What is the nature of the agreements covered by the EU's Trade Promotion policy?
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What is the role of the Commission, Council, and EP in the European Union's commercial policy?
What is the role of the Commission, Council, and EP in the European Union's commercial policy?
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What is the primary principle guiding the EU's decision to act on an issue in areas of shared competences?
What is the primary principle guiding the EU's decision to act on an issue in areas of shared competences?
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What is the nature of the EU's actions in areas of shared competences?
What is the nature of the EU's actions in areas of shared competences?
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What is the outcome of the agenda-setting process in the context of EU policy formulation?
What is the outcome of the agenda-setting process in the context of EU policy formulation?
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What is the primary focus of the EU's actions in areas of 'supporting, coordinating, and supplementary' competences?
What is the primary focus of the EU's actions in areas of 'supporting, coordinating, and supplementary' competences?
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What is the principle that guides the EU's decision to act on an issue in areas of shared competences, ensuring that decisions are taken as closely as possible to the citizens?
What is the principle that guides the EU's decision to act on an issue in areas of shared competences, ensuring that decisions are taken as closely as possible to the citizens?
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What is the primary responsibility of the European Commission in the policy formulation process?
What is the primary responsibility of the European Commission in the policy formulation process?
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Which of the following is a key aspect of the European Commission's explanation of a proposed legislation?
Which of the following is a key aspect of the European Commission's explanation of a proposed legislation?
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Who examines the proposal from the European Commission in the EU Council?
Who examines the proposal from the European Commission in the EU Council?
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What is the role of the lead department responsible for the file in the European Commission?
What is the role of the lead department responsible for the file in the European Commission?
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What is the outcome of the agenda-setting process in the context of public policy?
What is the outcome of the agenda-setting process in the context of public policy?
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What is the primary focus of the EU's actions in areas of shared competences?
What is the primary focus of the EU's actions in areas of shared competences?
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What is the role of the European Parliament in the legislative process?
What is the role of the European Parliament in the legislative process?
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What is the primary characteristic of the decision-making process for certain policies, such as foreign policy and policy on certain aspects of justice and home affairs?
What is the primary characteristic of the decision-making process for certain policies, such as foreign policy and policy on certain aspects of justice and home affairs?
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What is the primary role of the Commission Work Programme (CWP) in the agenda-setting process?
What is the primary role of the Commission Work Programme (CWP) in the agenda-setting process?
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What is the primary focus of Agenda-Setting Theory in the context of public policy?
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Study Notes
Introduction to EU Policy-Making
- The EU has no one way of making policy, with different theories and approaches applied to different areas.
- Policies can be intergovernmental (based on government-to-government cooperation) or supranational (based on EU-level decision-making).
EU Competences
- The Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (TFEU) outlines EU competences in different areas.
- Exclusive competences include:
- Customs union
- Common commercial policy
- Competition (for internal market)
- Protection of marine biological resources
- International agreements
- Monetary policy (for euro area)
- Shared competences include:
- Research and technological development
- Internal market development and space
- Social policy
- Humanitarian aid
- Economic, social, and territorial cohesion
- Energy
- Agriculture and fisheries
- Area of freedom, security, and justice
- Justice
- Consumer protection
- Common safety concerns in public transport
- Health
- Trans-European networks
- Supporting, coordinating, and supplementary competences include:
- Protection and improvement of human health
- Industry
- Culture
- Tourism
- Education, vocational training, youth, and sport
- Civil protection
- Administrative cooperation
Policy-Making Process
- Agenda-setting: identifying a problem and agreeing to do something to address it.
- The Commission adopts an annual work programme setting out the list of most important actions it will take in the year ahead.
- The Commission Work Programme (CWP) is the centrepiece of the agenda-setting process.
- The Commission has the last word in deciding whether or not to present a proposal.
Policy Formulation
- The Commission proposes new laws and legislative proposals.
- The Commission has to explain the problem, objectives, options, and recommended approach to the European Parliament and the Council.
- The Commission drafts the legislation, which is then passed on to the two legislative bodies for examination.
Trade and Development Policies
- The EU is a major economic power with a significant role in global trade and development.
- The EU has sought to exploit opportunities and establish itself as a key player in the emerging global economy.
- The EU has a shared competence in trade and development policies with national governments.
Institutions
- The Commission, Council, and European Parliament play a central role in initiating, conducting, and implementing commercial policy agreements.
- The Common Commercial Policy (CCP) is the means by which the EU manages its external economic relations.
- The EU has developed a complex range of trade and commercial agreements, covering almost every corner of the globe.
Trade Promotion and Defence
- The EU has two types of trade policies:
- Trade promotion: developing trade and commercial agreements to promote EU trade.
- Trade defence: countering perceived unfair trade practices by key partners.
EU Law-Making
- The EU law-making process involves the Commission, Council, and European Parliament.
- The Commission proposes new laws, which are then examined and agreed upon by the two legislative bodies.
- The EU law-making process is based on the principle of subsidiarity, which states that the EU should only act where necessary.
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Explore the five stages of a typical public policy cycle, including agenda-setting, policy formulation, decision-negotiations, implementation, and evaluation. Learn about the Agenda-Setting Theory developed by Maxwell McCombs and Donald Shaw, and its significance in understanding public policy.