Archive for EP News
EU job seeker’s aid worth €1.9million for 559 dismissed workers in Belgium
559 employees of TNT Belgium at Liège Airport who lost their jobs following a transfer of operations to Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport should receive € million in EU aid. The…
Corruption allegations: MEPs push for ambitious changes and quick progress
Parliament adopted two resolutions on the issue of transparency and integrity in EU decision-making. Strong and immediate reforms are necessary Following up on the measures requested by Parliament in December 2022 and…
EP approves 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars
Parliament approved the new CO2 emissions reduction targets for new passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, part of the “Fit for 55” package. With 340 votes in favour, 279 against…
President Zelenskyy says Russia is a grave threat to the European way of life
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the European Parliament during an extraordinary plenary session in Brussels. Opening the session, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola said to President Zelenskyy: “We understand that you…
Digital workers: MEPs ready for talks on new law to improve working conditions
Parliament approved the decision to start negotiations on new measures to improve conditions for workers on digital labour platforms. 376 MEPs voted in favour of the mandate for talks with…
‘Antisemitism remains, and Holocaust denial still exists’
Israel’s President Isaac Herzog called on MEPs to work to eradicate antisemitism in Europe and adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s definition of antisemitism. Opening the commemoration ceremony, European Parliament…
Protecting gamers and encouraging growth in the video games sector
Parliament called for gamers to be better protected from addiction and other manipulative practices, while emphasising the potential of this innovative sector. The report - adopted with 577 votes in…
Over 90% of EU citizens worried on cost of living spike
The rising cost of living is the most pressing worry for 93% of Europeans, according to the latest European Parliament Eurobarometer survey. Meanwhile, support for the EU remains stable at…
EP President launches procedure for two waivers of immunity
President Metsola has launched an urgent procedure for the waiver of immunity of two Members of the European Parliament, following a request from the Belgian judicial authorities. The first procedural…
Corruption scandal: MEPs insist on reforms for transparency and accountability
Parliament has reacted to recent allegations with immediate changes and demands for measures to close loopholes in existing transparency rules. Following Tuesday’s debate, Parliament has adopted a resolution on the suspicions…