High steaks: how cultivated meat could transform our food systems
19 Jan 24 Economics
High steaks: how cultivated meat could transform our food systems
Cultivated meat offers people the taste they enjoy without the need to slaughter animals. But does the EU see this lab-grown alternative as a mouthwatering prospect? Sarah Schug reports
Hot temperatures, few safeguards: wildfires could rekindle in Greece
18 Jan 24 Energy & Environment
Hot temperatures, few safeguards: wildfires could rekindle in Greece
When Greece was hit by hundreds of wildfires last summer, the EU carried out its biggest ever firefighting operation. With temperatures rising and fire prevention measures remaining scarce, hopes aren’t high for this year, reports Julia Kaiser
Making Europe the most efficient and environmentally friendly sky to fly in the world: The time is now! Partner Content
17 Jan 24
Making Europe the most efficient and environmentally friendly sky to fly in the world: The time is now!
We sat down with MEP Marian-Jean Marinescu (RO, EPP) to learn more about the European Parliament’s work on making Europe the most efficient and environmentally friendly sky to fly in the world
Can Ukraine help green the EU’s farming sector?
16 Jan 24 Energy & Environment
Can Ukraine help green the EU’s farming sector?
Experts say Ukraine has the potential to herald a new era of agricultural sustainability if it joins the European Union
The Parliament Magazine's January Issue
15 Jan 24 EU Institutions
The Parliament Magazine's January Issue
The January issue of The Parliament is now available to read online. This month's policy focus: Food
Donald Tusk has taken office, but is the EU the real winner of Poland’s election?
15 Jan 24 EU Institutions
Donald Tusk has taken office, but is the EU the real winner of Poland’s election?
After eight years in power, Poland’s right-wing populist government has been ousted and Donald Tusk, a pro-European integration prime minister, stepped in. The outcome has wider significance across the Continent
A lack of action on 5G rollout risks Europe being left behind Partner Content
11 Jan 24
A lack of action on 5G rollout risks Europe being left behind
The slow rollout of mobile technologies in Europe has seen industry suffer and threatens Europe’s place as a leader on the global stage
Engelbert Dollfuss: how curators dismantle a controversial museum in Austria
04 Jan 24
Engelbert Dollfuss: how curators dismantle a controversial museum in Austria
Engelbert Dollfuss ruled Austria in the 1930s, modelling his regime on Mussolini's principles. Valeriya Safronova discovers how a controversial museum in his honour is entering its next phase
In Lithuania, national parks protect biodiversity and cultural heritage alike
02 Jan 24
In Lithuania, national parks protect biodiversity and cultural heritage alike
Over the 30 years since Lithuania declared independence from the Soviet Union, the country’s national parks have driven tourism, encouraged conservation and become symbolic of its sovereignty
Iceland’s Christmas book flood
15 Dec 23
Iceland’s Christmas book flood
Jólabókaflóð is a much-loved festive tradition and the backbone of Iceland’s publishing sector
Signature dish: Markus Ferber's snowflake biscuits
14 Dec 23 EU Institutions
Signature dish: Markus Ferber's snowflake biscuits
German MEP Markus Ferber shares his favourite recipe for the Christmas season
Biomethane’s boundless potential to decarbonise heavy-duty transport in the EU market Partner Content
12 Dec 23
Biomethane’s boundless potential to decarbonise heavy-duty transport in the EU market
The European Commission’s has ambitious plans to reduce Heavy Duty Vehicle (HDV) emissions by 90% by 2040, but how can the industry get there?
The art of wellbeing: How Europe is using culture for its health benefits
12 Dec 23
The art of wellbeing: How Europe is using culture for its health benefits
Programmes using art for its health benefits are popping up all over Europe. The trend even has the support of the European institutions and the World Health Organisation
Bitter pills: Europe struggles with medicine shortages
11 Dec 23 EU Institutions
Bitter pills: Europe struggles with medicine shortages
A fragile supply chain and increased demand are causing a shortfall in the EU’s stock of critical medicines. Gabriela Galindo looks at how policymakers can stabilise the situation
On the ground in Moldova: how the country fights tuberculosis
07 Dec 23 EU Institutions
On the ground in Moldova: how the country fights tuberculosis
The country continues to grapple with high tuberculosis rates, but joining the EU could help fight the disease, reports Julia Kaiser from Moldova, where she travelled with The Global Fund
Air pollution in Europe: The silent killer
06 Dec 23 Energy & Environment
Air pollution in Europe: The silent killer
While pollution kills thousands of Europeans each year, the European Union is failing to meet the air quality targets set by the World Health Organisation, Marilyn Wright reports
Towards a healthier Europe with medical technology Partner Content
06 Dec 23
Towards a healthier Europe with medical technology
How the next generation of EU policymakers can
empower patients and inspire innovation
Boosting innovation in Europe to deliver faster patient access to treatments Partner Content
06 Dec 23
Boosting innovation in Europe to deliver faster patient access to treatments
With an ageing population and rising demand, ensuring fair access to new medicines and treatments is high on the political agenda. The Parliament sat down with Ilya Yuffa, Executive Vice President, and President, Lilly International, to learn more about why innovation is key to delivering better health outcomes for European citizens.
Hi-tech health: How AI is revolutionising healthcare
04 Dec 23 Technology
Hi-tech health: How AI is revolutionising healthcare
From faster diagnosis to new drug development, AI is driving exciting breakthroughs in medical services. But there are also calls for caution. Sarah Schug reports
Keeping rare disease patients at the heart of the EU’s review of the pharmaceutical legislation Partner Content
04 Dec 23
Keeping rare disease patients at the heart of the EU’s review of the pharmaceutical legislation
The 2023 World Orphan Drug Congress brought together over 1600 members of the rare disease community to take a look at what needs to be done to best support rare disease patients. What were the key lessons learned across the congress?
Turning research into policy to tackle Europe’s NCD crisis Partner Content
01 Dec 23
Turning research into policy to tackle Europe’s NCD crisis
Europe’s health systems are under increasing strain. Rising levels of need demand new approaches that focus on disease prevention and early detection, particularly of non-communicable diseases (NCDs). A major new report from the Partnership for Health System Sustainability and Resilience (PHSSR)’s EU Expert Advisory Group has now highlighted a way forward that could help shape Europe’s health systems of tomorrow
Unlocking resources and hope for patients with rare diseases through practical policy Partner Content
29 Nov 23
Unlocking resources and hope for patients with rare diseases through practical policy
Some believe a recent legislation update proposal will undermine access to medicines for millions of Europeans suffering from rare diseases by disincentivising research investment. Will ongoing revisions enable continued innovation?
Europe’s hidden burden: why the EU must do more to tackle skin diseases Partner Content
29 Nov 23
Europe’s hidden burden: why the EU must do more to tackle skin diseases
185 million Europeans suffer from skin diseases yet the burden these diseases place on patients, healthcare systems and society often goes unnoticed and results in lack of prioritisation at the level of policymakers. Dermatologists, patients, policymakers and industry stakeholders gathered to discuss what needs to be done to accelerate Europe’s response to skin diseases.
The Parliament Magazine's December Issue
28 Nov 23 EU Institutions
The Parliament Magazine's December Issue
The December issue of The Parliament is now available to read online. This month's policy focus: Health