the commission proposes and enforces legislation as well as implementing policies. it is the only institution that proposes new laws. it also manages and supervises the EU budget
how long are commissioners appointed for?
they are appointed for five years and there is one representative from each member state
how does the EU Commission enforce EU law?
it ensures that treaties are properly implemented. they can intervene and refer cases to the European Court of Justice. the law commission also represents the EU internationally
