Is now the time for urgent action on the misuse of antibiotics?
Total antimicrobial resistance is knocking on Europe's door. Is it time now for urgent and decisive action on the misuse of antibiotics?
Innovation and investment can help accelerate Europe's digital transformation, writes Ken Hu....
Occupational Skin Cancer: Outdoor Workers’ number one enemy
Outdoor workers are at least twice as likely to contract skin cancer from exposure to the sun than indoor workers. Brian Johnson finds out why
Estonian EU Council presidency to focus on security, climate change - not Brexit
The incoming Estonian EU Council presidency will not become fixated on Brexit, according to the country's EU ambassador.
Movers and Shakers | 26 June 2017
Keep track of developments in the European institutions and public affairs with our movers and shakers column.
Access to brain disorder treatment worsening in EU
The EU spends just over €3 a year per patient on research into brain disorders, while levels of access to treatment in many member states are worsening, a medical conference organised by the European Brain Council (EBC) heard.
Moedas pays tribute to EU-Israel science cooperation
European research, science and innovation Commissioner Carlos Moedas has paid tribute to the relationships between the EU and Israel in the field of science and technology.
Campaigners unimpressed with Theresa May's proposals
Campaigners fighting for the legal rights of citizens after the UK exits the EU have given a mixed response to news that Britain is ready to allow about three million EU citizens living in the UK to stay after Brexit.
Europe's long-term sustainable energy future is not a given
Europe's long-term sustainable energy future is not a given, argues Eirik Wærness.
Medical technologies can keep people healthy and ensure greater efficiency
Medical technologies can keep people healthy and ensure greater efficiency, writes Serge Bernasconi.
A truly circular economy should be resource-efficient
A truly circular economy should be resource-efficient, argue Tytti Peltonen and Nella Baerents.
Renewable gas can be a strong force in Europe's energy transition
Renewable gas can be a strong force in Europe's energy transition, writes Beate Raabe.
Guarantees of origin give control and choice to electricity consumers
Guarantees of origin give control and choice to electricity consumers, writes Dirk Van Evercooren.
Renewables are crucial to reducing CO2 emissions
Renewables are crucial to reducing CO2 emissions, writes Gert De Block.
Concluding EU-Japan trade talks must be top priority
Concluding the EU-Japan trade agreement would benefit both sides, explains Pedro Silva Pereira.
Next generation internet summit: A digital future with high hopes
Frans Timmermans' vision of the future is technology-driven, but people-centred.
Celebrating the achievements of our outstanding women engineers
The attention gained by International Women in Engineering Day is helping get the message out that engineering, mechanical and technical jobs are for girls too, explains Anthea McIntyre.
It's time to step up efforts to promote electric cars
Electric mobility has never been more accessible, but this requires much more action on the part of national, regional and local authorities, writes Lucy Anderson.
Decarbonising transport: EU going in right direction
The Commission has put forward a number of proposals to decarbonise transport in Europe - now member states need a common framework, writes Henna Virkkunen.
Clean transport: We need to do more and better
Electric cars are an essential part of cleaning up our air, writes Karima Delli.
Violeta Bulc: The current challenges that the transport sector faces present opportunities for women
European transport Commissioner Violeta Bulc on the new EU mobility package, gender equality in transport, and her own experience as one of Europe's few female entrepreneurs.
Seb Dance on why he called Nigel Farage a liar, why he believes Brexit could end up as a race to the bottom and why sustainability actually matters.
Julia Gillard on why ensuring quality education for all children is in everyone's interest and sexism in politics.
European environment, maritime affairs and fisheries Commissioner Karmenu Vella on what to expect from this year's EU Green Week activities, the importance of the blue economy and the job potential of acting green.
Tony Blair's former chief of staff Jonathan Powell hopes to use his experience to secure a Brexit deal that works for business.
The UK general election will be no coronation for Theresa May
The UK's general election will be no coronation for Theresa May, writes Mike Rann.
From Macron to Renzi: the Centre fights back
Emmanuel Macron's decisive victory over Marine Le Pen in the French presidential election has calmed fears of a eurozone crisis and boosted the hopes of centrists and of business in Europe that the momentum for populist parties has been stalled, at least for now., writes Mike Rann.
EU-Nato relations: A country-by-country analysis
In response to heightened tensions with Russia, Europeans remain committed to Nato and US allyship, explains Dalia Research's Anisa Holmes.
What future for UK citizens living in the EU, and EU citizens living in the UK?
The UK and EU positions on citizens' rights are poles apart, writes Roger Boaden.
EU must better communicate its success stories
The EU must better communicate its success stories, says Markus J. Beyrer.
The incoming Estonian EU Council presidency will not become fixated on Brexit, according to the country's EU ambassador.
Campaigners fighting for the legal rights of citizens after the UK exits the EU have given a mixed response to news that Britain is ready to allow about three million EU citizens living in the UK to stay after Brexit.
EU leaders on Friday were digesting an offer from UK Prime Minister Theresa May that would allow about three million EU citizens living in the UK to stay after Brexit.
The Brexit talks are underway, but Teams Barnier and Davis have a long and complicated road ahead of them.
Brexit talks begin, Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, Future-Proofing Workers Rights, Skin Cancer, Antimicrobial Resistance, EU-Japan Trade, Future Internet, Arms Export Control, 5 questions with Fulvio Martusciello and more.
Meanwhile, MEPs hear evidence from British expats about ‘cloud of uncertainty’ hanging over millions of UK citizens.
A top legal expert has told Parliament there is little evidence that the UK government is prepared for the massive legal complexities of Brexit.
Michel Barnier, the EU’s chief Brexit negotiator, was speaking after the opening round of talks in Brussels on Monday with David Davis, who heads the UK’s negotiating team.
Winston Churchill, young entrepreneurs and taking inspiration from past leaders.
Macedonia, campaigning on no budget and always aiming for a challenge.
On June 12, the European Commission organised an event entitled Finance for Innovation: Towards the ETS Fund.
On May 3, the TRAN Committee discussed a first draft on the cross-border parcel delivery services by rapporteur Lucy Anderson (S&D, UK).
On April 11, the LIBE Committee held a hearing on the Commission’s proposal for an ePrivacy regulation.
On April 5, the European Parliament held a plenary debate on the Negotiations with the United Kingdom following its notification that it intends to withdraw from the European Union and subsequently adopted a joint motion for a resolution on their position.
On 28 March, the third EU Energy Policy Summit was held in Brussels.
On March 16, the European Parliament Plenary Session endorsed the agreement reached with the Council on a draft regulation for a supply chain due diligence on minerals originating in conflict-affected areas.
On March 1, the main conference of European Shipping Week 2017, a day-long debate on various topics across the maritime spectrum, took place.
On March 2, the European Parliament adopted the report on the implementation of the Creative Europe programme with 503 votes in favour, 57 votes against and 80 abstentions. Please find the detailed voting list here.