Processo legislativo europeo e centri di influenza

The article, after outlining the main factors determining the current spread of interest groups in the European Union, considers the normative frame recently introduced by the Lisbon Treaty. From this perspective, firstly the principles on which are based the relationships between the European institutions and the interest groups representatives are dealt with. Secondly, the main players of the relationship are identificed. Lastly, the modalities through which the relationship is articulated in the law proceedings are considered.