Which way forward for the European Union? Political and constitutional challenges [WP808]

This conference discussed the following points:

• What are the scenarios for the EU’s future in light of the Constitutional Treaty ratification crisis?
• Can the enlarged EU work under the Nice Treaty?
• Will future EU co-operation become more difficult?
• How can the EU function more effectively and democratically?
• How can the EU reconnect with its citizens?
• Can a European ‘demos’ and common communication space be developed?