Role of the Committee
The Independent Ethical Committee advises the Commission on whether the planned activities of Commissioners after leaving office are compatible with the Treaties.
The President may also seek the advice of the Independent Ethical Committee on any other ethical question relating to the Code of Conduct for the Members of the European Commission.
Members of the Committee
The Members of the Committee serve for terms of 3 years, renewable once.
| Name | CV | Declaration of honour |
|---|---|---|
| Allan Rosas | Curriculum vitae | Declaration of honour |
| Elisabeth Morin Chartier | Curriculum vitae | Declaration of honour |
| Jerzy Plewa | Curriculum vitae | Declaration of honour |
Annual reports
According to Article 13(4) of the Code of Conduct for the Members of the European Commission, the Commission publishes annually a report on the application of the Code of Conduct, including the work of the Independent Ethical Committee.
Former Members of the Commission’s ethical committees
- 19 JULY 2022
Documents
- 24 JANUARY 2024
- Secretariat-General
Commission Decisions appointing Members of the Ad Hoc Ethical Committee and Members of the Independent Ethical Committee.
Decisions of the European Commission and related opinions of the Independent Ethical Committee on occupation of former European Commissioners
- 26 OCTOBER 2018
- 26 OCTOBER 2016