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Freedom of expression should be strengthened not shackled
Free, independent and pluralistic media, based on the freedom of information and expression, is a key element of a functioning democracy. Freedom of the media is essential for the protection of…
Let’s seriously address the problem of plastic waste
Do you think that human beings are the ‘cancer’ of this planet? This question emerges from the shocking findings of a study conducted by the United Nations in the last few weeks.…
Lack of EU action is criminalising solidarity
After the arrest of Carola Rackete, the captain of rescue ship Sea Watch 3, was broadcast worldwide, citizens across Europe quickly raised over €1m for Sea Watch's legal defence funds and over…
The funding side of MEUSAC
The role of MEUSAC funding is a diverse one which incorporates a number of different elements. One of the key functions of the funding unit within MEUSAC is that of providing information to interested…
We should think about access more than transport
The biggest challenge to mobility in urban zones lies in the obsession to build and to expand the transport infrastructure over long distances, rather than to ensure that the general public has increased access to…
Using the internet wisely
The role of the internet in modern society should not be undervalued. It has a great many advantages and disadvantages. The first benefit that I see is that the internet…
Europe’s tough emissions rules come with €34 billion threat
Time is running out for carmakers in Europe. Just six months out from stiff new emissions rules, the industry is facing up to an estimated 34 billion euros in penalties…
Roping you in the decision-making process
MEUSAC, following its re-activation back in 2008, has been at the forefront in engaging stakeholders representing many sectors to voice concerns and opinions to the Government on a number of proposed EU policies that are discussed at Council level. The Council…
What are we living for?
What is the meaning of life? What are we living for? Are we ‘lent’ to the world for a short time, then to disappear for ever? Or is life, for…
We need more enforcement in waste separation
Recently the issue of domestic waste that is not being separated properly by the general public was raised. Some months ago guidelines on waste separation were put in force. Those…