We have proof that investor dispute mechanisms are a threat to national sovereignty. And we know they are systematised and consolidated by the TTIP deal. Secrecy has surrounded the project because it is so threatening to democracy and consumer rights. When the EU Commission – the EUs executive arm – consulted on the plans ahead of negotiations it enjoyed the luxury of selecting the experts itself. The official panel advising it agreed to keep all details of the negotiation documents secret. The panel was not elected. It was hand-picked. And who did they handpick? Overwhelmingly they spoke to corporate lobbyists. According to Max Bank of LobbyControl, 93% of discussions were with corporate lobbyists, while seven per cent represented consumer protection associations, trade unions and civil society organisations.
Posted on: Thu, 13 Mar 2014 13:10:24 +0000
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