Hungary (European Parliament constituency)
Hungary is a European Parliament constituency comprising the entirety of the nation of Hungary. It was established in 2004 with the accession of Hungary to the European Union.
Constituency Details:
- Member State: Hungary
- Type: National constituency
- Electorate: All eligible Hungarian citizens who are also citizens of the European Union.
- Number of MEPs: The number of Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) representing Hungary is determined by the population of Hungary and is subject to change with each European Parliament election following treaty revisions or Council decisions. Currently, Hungary elects 21 MEPs (as of the 2024 election).
- Voting System: Proportional representation using party-list system. Seats are allocated based on the D'Hondt method.
- Elections: European Parliament elections are held every five years.
- Political Groups Represented: MEPs from Hungary represent a range of political groups within the European Parliament, reflecting the diverse political landscape of Hungary. These groups can include, but are not limited to: European People's Party (EPP), Progressive Alliance of Socialists and Democrats (S&D), Renew Europe, European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR), Identity and Democracy (ID), and The Greens–European Free Alliance.
Political Significance:
The Hungary constituency is significant as it represents the interests of Hungarian citizens within the European Parliament. The MEPs elected from Hungary participate in the legislative process of the European Union, contributing to debates, proposing amendments, and voting on legislation that impacts Hungary and the wider EU. The political composition of the Hungarian delegation reflects the political climate within Hungary and can influence Hungary's position on key EU policies. Voter turnout in European Parliament elections in Hungary has historically been lower than in national elections, but participation is increasing.