The extra candidates will be chosen in the European Union elections on June 4 despite the agreement, which increases the number of MEPs from 736 to 754, remaining unsigned.
Amid confusion over when and how they will take up their seats, the European Parliament has decided to give the MEPs only "observer" status from next year
The deal will mean they can draw full salaries and allowances at an annual cost of over £6 million without any legislative duties to carry out.
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