Veronique Dalli, a Maltese lawyer, has come forward to reveal that she withdrew her candidacy for a judgeship at the General Court of the European Union after feeling that the interview process was “pre-determined.” Dalli expressed her concerns about the transparency and fairness of the selection process, stating that she had doubts about the outcome even before the interview took place.
In a letter addressed to the European Parliament’s legal affairs committee, Dalli explained that she decided to withdraw her application after the interview, citing her lack of confidence in the process. She emphasized the importance of ensuring a transparent and merit-based selection process for judicial appointments, highlighting the need for the European Union’s institutions to uphold the highest standards of integrity and impartiality.
Dalli’s decision to withdraw her candidacy and speak out about her concerns has sparked a discussion about the selection process for EU judges. Her actions demonstrate a commitment to upholding the principles of fairness and transparency, and her concerns highlight the need for ongoing scrutiny and improvement in the selection process to ensure that the most qualified candidates are appointed to these important roles.
