The Council of the European Union has been notified of the resignation of Mr Jason Deguara (MT) from the European Economic and Social Committee, effective 17 July 2026. The notification, transmitted via a cover note from EESC President Séamus Boland to Council Secretary-General Thérèse Blanchet, confirms Deguara's departure from the advisory body representing civil society. The document, dated 22 July 2026 and bearing reference 12096/26, includes the formal resignation letter (IM 4825 2026). No reason for the resignation is provided in the notification. The EESC, which comprises members from EU member states, provides opinions on EU legislative proposals to the Commission, Council, and Parliament. Deguara's departure creates a vacancy for a Maltese member, to be filled through the standard appointment procedure by the Council, following nominations from the Maltese government.
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