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Movers and Shakers | 14 June 2019
Keep track of developments in the European institutions and public affairs with our movers and shakers column.
New 73-strong far right grouping formed in European Parliament
Alliance of extreme-right, populist and nationalist parties say they will become a “thorn in the flesh” for EU policymakers.
Commission ‘failing' to monitor its sustainable development activities, says EU auditors
The European Court of Auditors has said the EU is failing to providing citizens with reliable information on it contributes to sustainable development in areas such as climate change
North Macedonia facing "unprecedented exodus" if accession talks postponed, warns president
Stevo Pendarovski has said his country is suffering from "enlargement fatigue".
British MPs demand urgent probe into #DeniedMyVote scandal
Leading campaign group presses for inquiry into allegations that up to 2 million EU citizens were left unable to vote in the European elections.
Nigel Farage says chances of UK leaving the EU on 31 October “pretty low”
Brexit Party leader argues that his party’s recent election success gives it “legitimate” right to be included in any further Brexit talks between the UK and EU.
Scotland votes Remain… again
Newly re-elected SNP MEP Alyn Smith celebrates the triumphs for the SNP and Scotland’s pro-Remain parties in the European elections, which highlight, once again, that Scotland wants to remain a part of the European Union.
Buckle up, turbulence ahead
Despite the growth of Europe’s aviation sector, disruptive technologies, carbon emissions and lack of capacity will provide challenges for the new European Commission and Parliament
Anthea McIntyre: Conservative 'survivors' will roll up their sleeves for Britain
Despite their seats being whittled down to four in the new European Parliament, stalwart Conservative MEPs will knuckle down to the job of delivering Brexit, explains Anthea McIntyre.
World Environment Day: Keeping the SDGs in focus
The success of the EU in delivering its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) commitments depends on it adapting to changing approaches to funding and aid, writes Mirja Vehkaperä.
A new approach to managing air traffic in Europe
CANSO Director of European Affairs & Civil Air Navigation Services Tanja Grobotek explains.
Innovation as a driver of Europe’s air traffic performance
A key enabler for the competitiveness and sustainability of Europe’s aviation industry, innovation offers the means to drive Europe’s air traffic performance, explains SESAR Joint Undertaking Executive Director Florian Guillermet
A strong industrial policy requires genuine ambition and true vision
EU policy makers should follow a holistic industrial policy that supports strategic value chains, explains Emilio Braghi.
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
With the 2019 European Development Days Conference fast approaching, European Commissioner for International Cooperation and Development, Neven Mimica explains how focused actions and resource pooling are crucial to eradicating some of the world’s biggest challenges.
As EPP Spitzenkandidat, Manfred Weber believes Europe needs to become more political and more democratic if it is to rebuild trust and get closer to its citizens.
Czech MEP and ACRE Spitzenkandidat Jan Zahradil believes that it is time for the European Commission to stop trying to govern and listen more to the Member States it serves.
A new approach to managing air traffic in Europe
CANSO Director of European Affairs & Civil Air Navigation Services Tanja Grobotek explains.
Respecting science and ethics: the case of GMOs
Reasoned policymaking on GM crops requires a philosophical, as well as scientific analysis, argues Andreas Christiansen.
Four foolproof ways towards a better Europe
To remain world leaders in research and innovation, Europe’s universities need more supportive policies and funding frameworks
Brexit Party leader argues that his party’s recent election success gives it “legitimate” right to be included in any further Brexit talks between the UK and EU.
Scotland’s First Minister believes that there is all to play for in the Brexit “horror show” as blinkered Britain careers towards a no-deal Brexit while the possibility of no Brexit at all gathers momentum.
Newly re-elected SNP MEP Alyn Smith celebrates the triumphs for the SNP and Scotland’s pro-Remain parties in the European elections, which highlight, once again, that Scotland wants to remain a part of the European Union.
Isabelle Thomas (FR, S&D) is a 2019 MEP Award winner and member of Parliament’s budget and fisheries committees
Find out how boxing legend Muhammed Ali inspired this award-winning MEP.
Eleni Theocharous (CY, ECR) is a member of the European Parliament’s development committee
Alliance of extreme-right, populist and nationalist parties say they will become a “thorn in the flesh” for EU policymakers.
Leading campaign group presses for inquiry into allegations that up to 2 million EU citizens were left unable to vote in the European elections.
Brexit Party leader argues that his party’s recent election success gives it “legitimate” right to be included in any further Brexit talks between the UK and EU.