More than a ritual dance. The Dutch practice of parliamentary oversight and control of the intelligence community – Constant Hijzen
Title: More than a ritual dance. The Dutch practice of parliamentary oversight and control of the intelligence community
Author: Constant Hijzen
Abstract
Parliamentary oversight and control of intelligence and security services is complex, in theory as well as in practice. Because of the secrecy that surrounds their work, parliamentary control is essentially difficult. In this article the Dutch experiences in institutionalizing and practising oversight are explored. It will become clear that factors such as the structural makeup of the parliamentary committee for oversight, political culture, and the personal views of the Members of Parliament involved, decide to a large degree how often the committee convenes, what the atmosphere of the meetings is like, and what issues are on the table.
Keywords
intelligence and security; oversight; control; parliamentary oversight; democratic control; oversight in practice; Dutch committee on oversight of intelligence and security services
Metadata
Title: More than a ritual dance. The Dutch practice of parliamentary oversight and control of the intelligence community
Author: Constant Hijzen
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1163/18750230-02404002
Language: English
Year: 2013
Volume: 24
Issue: 3–4
Pages: 227–238
In: Security and Human Rights
E-ISSN: 1875-0230