Parting is such sweet sorrow
British MEPs will soon bid a fond - or not-so-fond - farewell to Parliament. Some of them told Martin Banks what they will (and won’t) miss about Brussels and their possible plans for a post-Brexit future.
EU policy makers should follow a holistic industrial policy that supports strategic value chains...
Movers and Shakers | 18 February 2019
Keep track of developments in the European institutions and public affairs with our movers and shakers column.
Tajani urged to resign after ‘offensive’ comments backlash
Some MEPs are understood to have joined the call for the resignation of Parliament President Antonio Tajani after comments he made on Sunday were branded “offensive”.
Philippe Lamberts: French police force is possible ‘violation of law’
The alleged use of force by French police against protesters has been labelled a possible “violation of law” by Greens co-leader Philippe Lamberts.
Media freedom on the wane in Europe, report says
The environment for media freedom has worsened significantly in Europe, according to a damning new report published on Wednesday.
Giuseppe Conte: European Parliament should have more power
Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte says the European Parliament should have more powers, including the right of inquiry and the right to initiate legislation.
Tajani apologises after furore over Foibe Massacres comments
European Parliament President Antonio Tajani has apologised after his comments at a World War II commemoration were condemned by senior Slovenian officials as “historical revisionism.”
5G offers tightened security and will improve lives
5G offers more opportunities while upgrading security, explains Tony Graziano
United we stand, divided we fall
Cooperation and investment are key when it comes to security and defence, explains Chris Lombardi
Individuals make innovation a reality
Making innovation happen is more than just a motto for the EIT, writes Dirk Jan van den Berg.
Apprenticeships are a practical way for Europe's youth to kick-start careers
McDonald's is helping young people develop the skills they need to succeed through apprenticeships, writes David Fairhurst.
Europe must continue to invest in the bioplastic revolution
It is imperative to seize the momentum of recent policy developments at both European and international level, argues Philippe Mengal.
European Parliament and EU Member States must bring clarity on the first mobility package
MEPs and member states must bring clarity on the first mobility package, argues IRU’s Matthias Maedge
The Energy Efficiency Directive will test national commitments
The transposition of the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) into national law will be a measure of Member State resolve to honour their Paris Agreement commitments, writes Miroslav Poche.
People with intellectual disabilities are proud to vote: Give them the chance
Amid voter apathy and low election turnouts, there is one group of people who are eager and proud to vote. Not only should people with intellectual disabilities have the right to vote Europe-wide, but the voting process should be tailored to their needs, writes Jyrki Pinomaa.
Conscience-free science: The future mobility killer?
Mobility is at the heart of the EU’s prosperity; a planned approach to growing mobility while avoiding environmental impacts is essential, argues Dominique Riquet.
Energy Efficiency: Keeping with the times
The extensive review process of the energy efficiency label allows it to remain in step with a rapidly changing world, but there is more work to be done, explains Dario Tamburrano.
Civil society: The backbone of European values
Civil society is essential in building a foundation of democracy, but requires funds to pursue its goals independently, argues Michał Boni.
Romanian EU Council Presidency: Fighting for a stronger voice
Romania has been part of the EU for ten years. Its EU Council Presidency is an opportunity to reinforce the country's European credentials, writes Victor Negrescu
Vice chair of Parliament’s committee on industry, research and energy, Morten Helveg Petersen says Europe can do more to meet its green energy goals, and what’s more, the tools are already at our disposal.
As Chair of Parliament’s LIBE Committee, Claude Moraes has set a high bar for juggling prominent legislative files, having dealt with a number of ground-breaking pieces of legislation during his tenure. And he’s not finished yet.
The chair of parliament’s SEDE committee Anna Elżbieta Fotyga discusses the threats Europe faces, cooperation with Nato, fake news, AI weapons and UK defence relations post Brexit.
By 2020 there will be an estimated 120 million people with disabilities in the EU. We must ensure that these citizens are able to live as full and independent lives as possible while maximising their capacities and potential, argues Marek Plura.
Ahead of the COP24 UN climate change conference in Poland, Dutch MEP Bas Eickhout says EU renewable policy is falling short, but what worries him more is the EU’s policy on fossil fuels.
Double standards result from EU trade policies
The EU seeks to improve human rights dialogue through its trade policies, but is it working, asks Madi Sharma, member of the European Economic and Social Committee.
International cooperation is key to promoting security
Winning the fight against state-sponsored international terrorism requires more than vigilance, enforcement and national unity - it needs international coordination and cooperation.
EU has little room for manoeuvre in Brexit talks
The EU’s margin for flexibility is limited in Brexit negotiations, and the sooner the UK accepts this the sooner a deal can be reached, writes S&D group MEP Jo Leinen.
The centralisation of authority in Bosnia-Herzegovina
Bosnia-Herzegovina is stealthily being developed into a centralised unitary state, argues Republika Srpska's president Milorad Dodik.
Middle East companies ready to pounce on oil refining growth
The oil industry’s historically forgotten business - petroleum refining and processing - is stepping into the limelight as the outlook for upstream exploration and production remains s uncertain, writes Sara Stefanini.
The transposition of the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) into national law will be a measure of Member State resolve to honour their Paris Agreement commitments, writes Miroslav Poche.
What next for Britain's MEPs? Reproductive Health, Human Rights, Tightening Parliament's Rulebook, Rare Diseases Day, PKU Screening, Digital for All, Changing the Clocks, Circular Economy, #MeTooEP Election Pledge, Gender Action Plan, 5 Questions with Nadja Hirsh and more...
The Romanian EU Council Presidency comes at a time of multiple challenges for Europe, writes Claudia Ţapardel.
Campaigners have welcomed a new plan designed to find a solution to the ongoing Brexit impasse.
Greens co-leader Philippe Lamberts has said that the "one silver lining" to the ongoing Brexit saga is that the value of the EU is being shown through its “shared unity and respect."
MEPs will vote next week in Strasbourg on a list of “emergency” measures the Commission has drawn up to ensure that key links between Europe and the UK will be maintained in the event of a no-deal Brexit.
European Parliament President Antonio Tajani says the EU may be ready to re-think the Irish border issue if the UK “also changes its red lines.”
This year’s Parliament Magazine MEP awards shortlist is out.
Julie Girling (EPP, UK) member of the parliament’s environment committee and delegation to ASEAN
Martina Dlabajová (ALDE, CZ) is a Vice-Chair of Parliament’s budgetary control committee.
Ana Gomes (S&D, PT) is a Vice-Chair of Parliament’s special committee on financial crimes, tax evasion and tax avoidance.
Ignazio Corrao (EFDD, IT) is a member of Parliament's development committee.
Marlene Mizzi (S&D, MT) is a Vice-Chair of Parliament’s petitions committee.
Laima Andrikienė (EPP, LT) is a Vice-Chair of Parliament’s delegation to the EU-Kazakhstan, EU-Kyrgyzstan, EU-Uzbekistan and EU-Tajikistan parliamentary cooperation committees and for relations with Turkmenistan and Mongolia.
Macedonia, campaigning on no budget and always aiming for a challenge.
Amid voter apathy and low election turnouts, there is one group of people who are eager and proud to vote. Not only should people with intellectual disabilities have the right to vote Europe-wide, but the voting process should be tailored to their needs, writes Jyrki Pinomaa.
What next for Britain's MEPs? Reproductive Health, Human Rights, Tightening Parliament's Rulebook, Rare Diseases Day, PKU Screening, Digital for All, Changing the Clocks, Circular Economy, #MeTooEP Election Pledge, Gender Action Plan, 5 Questions with Nadja Hirsh and more...
Romania has been part of the EU for ten years. Its EU Council Presidency is an opportunity to reinforce the country's European credentials, writes Victor Negrescu
Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte says the European Parliament should have more powers, including the right of inquiry and the right to initiate legislation.
The Romanian EU Council Presidency comes at a time of multiple challenges for Europe, writes Claudia Ţapardel.
Former European Parliament president calls for Europe-wide debate on rise of fascism.
Campaigners have welcomed a new plan designed to find a solution to the ongoing Brexit impasse.
Vice chair of Parliament’s committee on industry, research and energy, Morten Helveg Petersen says Europe can do more to meet its green energy goals, and what’s more, the tools are already at our disposal.