Sentence examples for a qualified majority from inspiring English sources

The question is subject to a qualified majority vote where Britain can oppose but cannot veto.

Yes, we can! (subject to a qualified majority vote in the council) – that was my motto.

Once such a deal had been finalized, the European Council would have to approve it by a qualified majority.

Steps and sanctions proposed or recommended by the European commission should be adopted unless a qualified majority of the euro area member states decides otherwise".

But given Cameron's immovable opposition to Juncker, the issue was put to a qualified majority vote, with Cameron supported solely by Viktor Orbán, the pugnacious Hungarian prime minister.

"The consequences of a qualified majority vote (QMV) would be significant," said Philippe Lamberts, co-leader of the Greens in the European parliament.

Though Mr. Reinfeldt said he hoped to reach a consensus, he added that the decision would be made "under a qualified majority, if needed".

Crucially, the pact imposes fines on governments in breach of its strictures automatically, unless a qualified majority of all the others votes against doing so.

Proponents look sure to get support from the eight member states required, although getting it past a qualified majority vote will be tougher.

This means that a coalition of three big countries plus one small one will be enough to block a qualified majority.

In some jurisdictions, regulations respond by requiring a qualified majority for a valid vote in the form of turnout or approval quorums.