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Jerzy Buzek
The European Parliament elects former Polish PM Jerzy Buzek as its new president - the first from the former communist bloc.

UNDERSTANDING THE EU
Election year guide to the European Parliament
A glossary of key eurojargon words and phrases
At-a-glance guide to EU institutions and agencies
History of the EU from post-war to present day
Trace the century through Europe's changing borders
Enlargement so far, and countries in the queue to join

THE UK AND EUROPE

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FEATURES, VIEWS, ANALYSIS
How and where EU cash is spent, in clear graphics
MEPs sit in blocs reflecting Europe's diverse opinions
Which key laws did MEPs pass in the last parliament?

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