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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…
Deal on new EU rules for batteries charges ahead
Parliament and Council reached a provisional agreement to overhaul EU rules on batteries and take into account technological developments and future challenges. The agreed rules will cover the entire battery…
Conference on the Future of Europe: citizens demand more from the EU
On 2 December, EU institutions and over 500 citizens assessed the follow-up to the proposals of the Conference on the Future of Europe. Opening the feedback event, Parliament’s President Roberta Metsola…
Deal on EU rules to better protect online shoppers and vulnerable consumers
Negotiators from Parliament and Council reached a provisional political agreement to update the EU’s rules on product safety of non-food consumer products. The new regulation on General Product Safety (GPSR) aims to…
European Parliament declares Russia to be a state sponsor of terrorism
Following the atrocities carried out by Vladimir Putin’s regime against Ukrainian civilians, MEPs have recognised Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism. On Wednesday, Parliament adopted a resolution on the…