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Letter to the Editor
Daily Telegraph - Tuesday 28th February 2006 Sir It is extraordinary that the Power report seeks to understand public disaffection with politics, yet apparently does not once mention the EU. It calls for politicians to pass more powers to the electorate, but seems unaware that they are in fact passing powers to Brussels. Well over half our new laws in this country come directly from the EU's unaccountable institutions. Voters may feel they have little influence over events in Westminster, but they have almost none over decisions in Brussels. The Conservative Party's investigation into political engagement will be chaired by Ken Clarke. Let's hope he will not make the same elementary omission as the Power report. Roger Helmer MEP Lutterworth, Leics |