Brussels Lobby Scandal Expands: Companies Influenced by EU Commission Subsidies

brussels - The Brussels lobby scandal grows as EU Commission funds companies to influence policies, revealed by new documents shared with the European Parliament.

EU Commission Subsidizes Companies and NGOs

New documents reveal EU Commission funded companies alongside environmental groups to influence policies.

Investigation Unveils Lobbying Activities

European Parliament's budget control committee uncovers 9,000 subsidy contracts, including companies lobbying in Brussels.

Concerns Raised by MEPs

MEP Dirk Gotink expresses concerns over misuse of European subsidies, questioning funding transparency.

Revelations by Follow the Money

Follow the Money discloses secret contracts, exposing subsidies to companies like BayWa for policy awareness campaigns.

Political Backlash

MEP Monika Hohlmeier faces criticism for receiving additional income from BayWa while opposing environmental subsidies.

Formal Objection Filed

MEP Sander Smit protests against Brussels' controversial subsidy pot, prompting action from Eurocommissar Piotr Serafin.