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MEPs urge Commissioner to better protect passengers’ and workers’ rights
Following the cancellation of thousands of flights by Ryanair, MEPs expressed dismay about the difficulties faced by passengers In a debate with Transport Commissioner Violeta Bulc, many MEPs…
EP ready to start negotiations with member states on the posting of workers
Negotiations with EU governments on the revised rules for the posting of workers can start after the European Parliament gave the green light. The reform of the rules on…
EU anti-dumping measures that protect jobs: MEPs and ministers strike deal
EU jobs and industry will be better protected against dumping and subsidised imports, under a draft law agreed recently. For the first time worldwide, the EU’s trade defence legislation…
Same brand, lower quality: MEPs tackle unfair food practices
Food companies are alleged to be selling lower quality food products in some EU countries. Parliament's internal market committee looked into the issue. Studies have shown that food marketed…
MEPs call for EU-wide minimum income
Introducing minimum schemes in all EU member states is one of the most effective ways to lift people out of poverty, Employment Committee MEPs say. According to statistics provided…