Germany’s scandal-ridden AfD rides steady wave of support into elections
05 Jun EU Institutions
Germany’s scandal-ridden AfD rides steady wave of support into elections
Despite a cascade of recent controversies, polls show the far-right Alternative for Germany is set for a strong showing in the European Parliament vote.
The Parliament's latest print issue is out
23 May EU Institutions
The Parliament's latest print issue is out
This month’s edition offers an in-depth look at the key issues animating the upcoming EU elections.
Rare disease patients cannot be forgotten: a coordinated approach is needed Partner Content
22 May
Rare disease patients cannot be forgotten: a coordinated approach is needed
This HAE Day, Hilde Vautmans MEP makes the case for a European Action Plan for Rare Diseases to support Europe's rare disease patients
'Cordon sanitaire' under strain as Europe lurches to the right
22 May EU Institutions
'Cordon sanitaire' under strain as Europe lurches to the right
As polls predict a surge in support for the far right across the EU in June's elections, mainstream parties are eyeing up previously unthinkable alliances.
A strong and thriving Europe, grounded in dialogue and collaboration Partner Content
21 May
A strong and thriving Europe, grounded in dialogue and collaboration
More multi-stakeholder dialogue and collaboration are needed to promote new ideas and scalable solutions to address Europe’s most pressing challenges
Self-care as a fundamental pillar for wellbeing in Europe Partner Content
20 May EU Institutions
Self-care as a fundamental pillar for wellbeing in Europe
With health systems and budgets increasingly strained across Europe, self-care offers an opportunity to reduce the burden. A timely discussion in the European Parliament shone a light on how policymakers can support self-care and empower consumers as they review the EU’s pharmaceutical legislation
EU Elections: time to stand up for animals Partner Content
17 May
EU Elections: time to stand up for animals
The past political term held much hope and delivered even bigger disappointments, but the next one can be different for animals
Championing change for rare disease patients in Europe: the case of hereditary angioedema Partner Content
16 May
Championing change for rare disease patients in Europe: the case of hereditary angioedema
The tobacco industry needs to explain itself better – starting with the European Ombudsman Partner Content
14 May
The tobacco industry needs to explain itself better – starting with the European Ombudsman
Despite ongoing efforts to inform regulators worldwide about tobacco harm reduction initiatives, misconceptions persist, particularly in Brussels. Increased engagement is needed to dispel outdated perceptions and ensure transparent dialogue ahead of the upcoming EU Tobacco Products Directive revision
How the EU elections could set Poland’s direction under Tusk
08 May EU Institutions
How the EU elections could set Poland’s direction under Tusk
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s grand coalition – formed largely to oust the right-wing Law and Justice party – will face its first stress test when Poles cast their vote for the European Parliament in June.
‘Call me Giorgia’: Meloni’s EU election candidacy highlights Italy’s personality-driven politics
03 May EU Institutions
‘Call me Giorgia’: Meloni’s EU election candidacy highlights Italy’s personality-driven politics
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni plans to run as a candidate in all five of the country’s European Parliament constituencies, at the top of the list of her conservative Brothers of Italy party.
What the UK’s controversial migration bill could mean for EU policy
29 Apr EU Institutions
What the UK’s controversial migration bill could mean for EU policy
The British parliament has passed a new law allowing the government to send asylum seekers to Rwanda. Could the policy catch on in EU member states?  
Global Net Zero is achievable – but we must be pragmatic Partner Content
29 Apr
Global Net Zero is achievable – but we must be pragmatic
Smaller nations across the world are committed to achieving climate targets, but larger nations must become supporting partners in this journey
From Pfizer to Pieper: With VDL on the defensive, who stands to gain?
19 Apr EU Institutions
From Pfizer to Pieper: With VDL on the defensive, who stands to gain?
Two recent controversies – Pfizergate and Piepergate – have thrown a wrench into Ursula von der Leyen’s re-election bid for the European Commission presidency.
How a human rights case brought by Swiss women could reignite climate policy 
12 Apr Economics
How a human rights case brought by Swiss women could reignite climate policy 
The European Court of Human Rights ruled this week that Switzerland had 'failed to comply with its duties' to combat climate change, violating the European Convention on Human Rights. 
‘This is a choice between bad and worse’: Why Ukrainian and EU farmers are disappointed by a new trade deal
11 Apr EU Institutions
‘This is a choice between bad and worse’: Why Ukrainian and EU farmers are disappointed by a new trade deal
The agreement will allow for the continued suspension of duties and quotas on Ukrainian agricultural goods sold to the EU through June 2025 – but with a caveat.
Why the Channel is ‘at risk of becoming another cemetery’
09 Apr EU Institutions
Why the Channel is ‘at risk of becoming another cemetery’
A recent investigation by a consortium of news organisations sheds new light on increasingly aggressive Franco-British tactics meant to thwart migrant crossings.
The Parliament's latest print issue is out
05 Apr EU Institutions
The Parliament's latest print issue is out
The latest edition of The Parliament is now available to read in print and by PDF online. This month's magazine focuses on the EU's policy around enlargement, which has taken on a new urgency amid Russia's war in Ukraine.
Europe’s farming lobby shows its muscle, as leaders delay a deal to support Ukraine’s food industry
22 Mar EU Institutions
Europe’s farming lobby shows its muscle, as leaders delay a deal to support Ukraine’s food industry
EU member states failed to reach an agreement on extending tariff waivers for Ukraine’s agricultural sector, giving European farmers a win – at least for now.
Why von der Leyen’s allies have doubts about her re-election bid
15 Mar EU Institutions
Why von der Leyen’s allies have doubts about her re-election bid
The Commission president faces scepticism about her candidacy from within her own European People’s Party, even as she seeks to placate more conservative voices in her camp and shore up support from the far right.
As the EU lays out its first joint defence strategy, could Eurobonds become a reality?
05 Mar EU Institutions
As the EU lays out its first joint defence strategy, could Eurobonds become a reality?
The European Commission on Tuesday unveiled the first-ever European Defence Industrial Strategy to reinvest in the Continent’s military capabilities at a time of rising threats in Europe and abroad.
Why the EU's gender justice bill leaves the most vulnerable behind
04 Mar EU Institutions
Why the EU's gender justice bill leaves the most vulnerable behind
Disagreements over rape and immigration rights mean ambitious new legislation will likely change little for victims, NGOs warn.
Yulia Navalnaya takes centre stage at parliament
29 Feb EU Institutions
Yulia Navalnaya takes centre stage at parliament
As the widow of Alexei Navalny tries to carry on her husband’s legacy in the wake of his death, is EU support a double-edged sword?
What the rise of Romania’s far-right AUR could mean for the future of parliament
27 Feb EU Institutions
What the rise of Romania’s far-right AUR could mean for the future of parliament
The Alliance for the Union of Romanians is capitalising on high costs, frustration over the war in Ukraine and unpopular EU climate policies – and is set to make significant gains when Europeans go to the polls in June.