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Civic Space
27 Jun 2024
Letter: NGOs stand in solidarity with Transparency International Hungary and Átlátszó and urge the EU to protect civic space in Hungary
RECLAIM has co-signed a letter addressed at European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Vice-President Věra Jourová standing in solidarity with Transparency International Hungary and Átlátszó. Both organisations have been subject to an investigation by the Sovereignty Protection Office.
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Civic Space, Rule of Law, Transparency
Letter sent by the Hungarian Sovereignty Protection Authority to Transparency International Hungary
This is an unofficial English translation prepared by RECLAIM of the letter sent by the Sovereignty Protection Office to Transparency International Hungary on 18 June 2024.
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All topics
17 Jun 2024
How can one challenge the actions of the Sovereignty Protection Office in Hungarian courts?
This document suggests a course of action to contest the activities of the Hungarian Sovereignty Protection Office.
Section 1 explains why the Office’s activities can be challenged before a national court. Section 2 outlines the recommended formulation of preliminary reference questions to be submitted to the Court of Justice of the EU.
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Civic Space
14 Jun 2024
RECLAIM Factsheet: Hungary's new "Sovereignty Protection Office"
We break down its details and consequences
On 12 December 2023, Hungary passed Act LXXXVIII of 2023 on the Protection of National Sovereignty, which created a so-called Sovereignty Protection Office (SPO). In effect, the SPO can be used to humiliate and discredit anyone whose opinions the government opposes. The government is already investigating Péter Magyar, who is Prime Minister Orbán's main rival, and NGOs face even more pressure. Download our factsheet to get all the information you need in less than 5 minutes.
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All topics
14 Jun 2024
English version of the report of the Hungarian National Assembly on the "actions of the left against Hungarian interests in Brussels"
This is an unofficial English machine translation proofread by a Hungarian native speaker of the report published 6th May 2024 by the Committee on European Affairs of the Hungarian National Assembly on its investigative activities aimed at “exposing the political actions of the left against Hungarian interests in Brussels”.
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Rule of Law
13 Jun 2024
The European Parliament fights to ensure compliance with the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights
This document contains details about the ongoing legal action taken by the European Parliament against the European Commission after the controversial release of about €10 billion that was previously blocked due to rule of law concerns in Hungary.
Section 1 explains the legal framework, Section 2 gives an overview of the potential legal arguments by the EP and Section 3 offers recommendations for Member States' action.
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All topics
13 Jun 2024
RECLAIM translation of the "Report on the investigation of footage published on social platform X"
This is an unofficial English translation prepared by RECLAIM of the report published 22nd May 2024 by the Sovereignty Protection Office under the title: Report on the investigation of footage
published on social platform X.
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All topics, Civic Space, Rule of Law, Transparency
RECLAIM | Infringement guidelines to defend TEU values
The purpose of this document is to explain the need for the European Commission to adopt infringement guidelines to effectively defend the values of Article 2 TEU.
Section 1 describes the shortcomings that the Commission should tackle and provides recommendations on how to do so, while Section 2 explains the steps that should be taken for those guidelines to materialise.
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Civic Space
RECLAIM Factsheets & Updates
31 May 2024
RECLAIM Legal Opinion: Hungary’s "Sovereign Defense Authority" Law - PPT Slides
Pressed for time? Quickly download our PowerPoint summary instead of the full legal opinion!
Our legal opinion exposes substantial breaches of EU law, including GDPR violations, impediments to the free movement of goods, services, capitals, and workers, and infringements of fundamental EU Charter rights. It argues Articles 2 and 10 of the TEU have also been violated. Recommendations include accelerating the infringement procedure and requesting interim measures against Hungary.
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Rule of Law, Civic Space
RECLAIM Factsheets & Updates
21 May 2024
RECLAIM Letter: Urgent Call to Suspend Hungary's Law on the Defense of National Sovereignty
Read our joint letter addressed to Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Commissioner Věra Jourová.
In this letter, RECLAIM and five other international civil rights groups dedicated to upholding democracy respectfully request that the Commission expedites the infringement procedure and request interim measures to ensure the integrity of the 2024 European Parliament elections. Download it below
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Transparency
RECLAIM Factsheets & Updates
8 Jul 2024
RECLAIM FOIA: Copies of documents authorishing the release of EUR 10 billion to Hungary
RECLAIM has requested the European Commission to release the documents related to the disbursement of EUR 10 billion to Hungary under the Common Provisions Regulation. According to the Commission, Hungary had met the requirements of "independence of the judiciary" needed to access such funds, but civil society organisations and the European Parliament question such decision.
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Civic Space
RECLAIM Factsheets & Updates
17 Apr 2024
RECLAIM Letter: Invitation to Join the Case C-769/22 - European Commission vs. Hungary
RECLAIM urges Polish Ministers Sikorski and Bodnar to join EU case C-769/22 against Hungary's anti-LGBT law. Participation would boost trust in Polish institutions, strengthen EU relations, counter foreign interference, and affirm Poland's commitment to universal human rights. Read our joint letter with Háttér and Forbidden Colours here.
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Civic Space
RECLAIM Legal Opinions
16 Jul 2024
RECLAIM Legal Opinion: Hungary’s "Sovereign Defense Authority" Law (v2)
This is the second version of the legal opinion, updated in light of the implementation of the Sovereignty Law
Our legal opinion exposes substantial breaches of EU law, including GDPR violations, impediments to the free movement of goods, services, capitals, and workers, and infringements of EU Charter of fundamental rights. It argues Articles 2 and 10 TEU have also been violated. Recommendations include accelerating the infringement procedure, requesting interim measures and maintain the fund freezing against Hungary. Explore our full analysis and recommendations.
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Rule of Law
EU Funding Instruments and Rule of Law
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Rule of Law
RECLAIM Policy Briefs
Erasmus+ in Hungary: Concerns and Solutions
Understanding the Impact of Public Interest Trusts on Hungarian Universities: A Comprehensive Q&A
Hungarian students are heavily impacted by the EU decision to activate the Rule of Law Conditionality Regulation against the Hungarian government. This FAQ explains the reasons behind and the consequence of such decision. An interim solution is introduced, which could help students' circumstances regain access to Erasmus+.
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Rule of Law
RECLAIM Factsheets & Updates
11 Aug 2023
RECLAIM Factsheet # 2 on Hungary's Anti-LGBTQI Law
We break down the details of the legal battle ahead
In this second factsheet on Hungary's anti-LGBTIQ+ propaganda law, we include updates on its implementation by Hungarian authorities and we explore the content of the lawsuit and the pleas in law discussed, highlighting the relevance of bringing Article 2 TEU before the Court.
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Civic Space
RECLAIM Factsheets & Updates
14 Feb 2023
RECLAIM Factsheet #1 on Hungary's Anti-LGBTQI Law
We break down its details and consequences
Hungary adopted in July 2021 a Russian-styled anti-LGBTIQ+ propaganda law. The law imposes bans on the broadcast and sale of content with LGBTIQ+ characters, as well as inclusive sex education. The European Commission brought the law before the CJEU.
We break down its details, consequences and the procedural path of the lawsuit.
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