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Tue 12 Dec 2009Barroso's confidence in commission team to be put to the test
EUROPEAN DIARY:WHEN JOSÉ Manuel Barroso assigned posts in the incoming European Commission a couple of weeks ago, he described the new team as a “perfect blend” of experience and new thinking. His confidence will soon be put to the test, writes ARTHUR BEESLEY
Each of the 26 nominees faces a confirmation hearing early in the new year in the European Parliament, a body that must approve the new college before it can take office.
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