Poland: membership application and partnership, 8 April 1994

The European Parliament adopted the report by Mr Jas GAWRONSKI (EPP-ED, I) on Poland's application for membership of the European Union. More specifically, Poland has been applauded for the 'remarkable efforts of its parliament' to swiftly adapt legislation to the EU 'acquis'. It is urged o speed up effective and verifiable implementation of the 'acquis' so that it can meet the committments it has given. The resolution also notes that the Polish Government anticipates being ready to join the EU by the start of 2003. (Please refer to the previous text). In addition, among the amendments adopted was one which considers that the Commission contribution to EU information campaigns has been inadequate and calls for more funds to be allocated for this purpose. �