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The Real Story: European election results: Gridlock or opportunity?

Supporters of France's far-right Rassemblement National celebrate their party's election success

31/05/2019 GMT

European election results: Gridlock or opportunity?

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Four new MEPs discuss the shifting power balance in the European Parliament

Four newly-elected MEPs discuss the implications of a shifting balance of power in the European Parliament

This week the European elections have generated intense discussion: The turnout was the highest for twenty years. And for the first time in decades, the traditional Centre-Right and Centre-Left failed to win enough seats to form a majority. They are under pressure to forge fresh partnerships with smaller blocs, like the Far-Right, the Liberals or the Greens, who have been returned with a bigger share of the vote. Some argue that the new balance of power will better reflect the political realities of the EU member states. Others predict stalemate on big issues like migration, budget, and climate, as newly-emboldened smaller groups fight for their own agenda. Join Ritula Shah and guests as they discuss the road ahead for the European Parliament.

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