When it comes to lobbying, Europe often comes into the picture. Rightly so, given the lobbying activities that take place there, but what about the Belgium? There is much less, not to say no attention for it. Dominique Soenens wanted to fill that gap. He pays special attention to situations in which lobbyists have disproportionate access to politicians, cabinet staff and policymakers and can therefore influence the decision-making process in an unbalanced way. And unfortunately, this often happens, as the book shows. As a result, democratic decision-making is under pressure.
