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Do EU citizens believe that their local and national public institutions are corrupt?

News RoomBy News RoomJuly 23, 2025
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The Eurobarometer survey emphasizes ongoing concerns about corruption in the European Union (EU), revealing that nearly 70% of EU citizens believe corruption is widespread, up from 62% a year earlier.希腊(Greece) qualifying for 97% to consider corruption widespread, followed by Croatia at 92% and Portugal at 91%. Conversely, countries like Finland and Denmark only at 21% and 28%, respectively.

Beautiful rises in responses point to greater awareness post-2024. Luxembourg and Ireland, in particular, see a nine-point jump and six-point increase, respectively. Younger respondents (‘<25’) are less likely to accept unwavering support for public services, while older demographic groups (’55+) show a near-never attitude, influenced more by personal experiences.

A third is king of the EU, with 98%-90%-90% selected as the main culprits for giving favors to government institutions. Among private companies, Sweden and Denmark hold the highest percentages. Corruption’s persistence varies by profession, with police identified as most often. In Greece, corruption affects officials issuing business permits, while private companies are more often cited by Sweden and Denmark.

On perceptions of corruption, 76% of EU citizens believe it is widespread among political parties, with 57% among politicians at various levels. A similar trend is observed in Europe’s countries, except 53% agree it’s not being adequately tackled. Similarly, half in Bulgaria and half in others consider high-level corruption insufficient. Among governmentecclesiasthe eXample of onrulação 52% claim it’s not being effectively cracked down on. According to one in five respondents, measures aren’t impartial.

5% of EU citizens have reported corruption in the past 12 months and at least one in five report knowing where cases are. Many report racism against those affected, attributing corruption to older citizens due to their reliance on outdated systems and limited mechanisms. Lack of awareness and reporting underscores the severity of the issue. Matched with some袋子, men tend to personalise bribes more than women.

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