Santer Commission

The Santer Commission was the European Commission led by Jacques Santer, serving from 1995 to 1999. It was responsible for proposing and implementing EU policies and laws. The Commission is like the executive branch of the European Union, managing daily operations and ensuring member states follow agreed rules. The Santer Commission faced controversy and resigned prematurely in 1999 due to allegations of financial scandals and misconduct among some members, prompting reforms to improve accountability and transparency within EU institutions.