Christine Lagarde tells Europe to brace for economic crisis of ‘unprecedented scale’
09 Jun
Christine Lagarde tells Europe to brace for economic crisis of ‘unprecedented scale’
The President of the European Central Bank (ECB) was addressing a meeting of Parliament’s Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee.
Boris Johnson told to ‘stop playing political games’ with millions of citizens
09 Jun
Boris Johnson told to ‘stop playing political games’ with millions of citizens
The message, from Parliament’s EPP Group, comes after the fourth round of Brexit talks ended in deadlock on Friday.
Does the Farm to Fork Strategy mean business as usual for EU food and farming?
08 Jun
Does the Farm to Fork Strategy mean business as usual for EU food and farming?
The European Commission’s recently-announced Farm to Fork Strategy is much needed but falls short in many ways, explains Stanka Becheva.
European Financial and Economic Crime Centre to take on organised crime
08 Jun
European Financial and Economic Crime Centre to take on organised crime
With a staff of 60 experts, the new Centre will tackle everything from fraud and corruption to money laundering and counterfeiting.
COVID-19 lockdown measures have exacerbated racial profiling and police violence, says report
08 Jun
COVID-19 lockdown measures have exacerbated racial profiling and police violence, says report
The report by the European Network Against Racism (ENAR) comes after a weekend of fresh protests in countries around the world over the death of George Floyd in the United States.
Senior EU political figures condemn George Floyd killing
08 Jun
Senior EU political figures condemn George Floyd killing
Four officers have now been charged in connection with the death of the 46-year-old American who died of asphyxia during his arrest by police in Minneapolis.
Michel Barnier warns UK that Brexit talks approaching ‘moment of truth’
05 Jun
Michel Barnier warns UK that Brexit talks approaching ‘moment of truth’
The EU's chief Brexit negotiator has accused the UK of “backtracking on its commitments”, saying the two sides remain “very far” apart.
UK needs transition extension to avoid disastrous outcome
05 Jun
UK needs transition extension to avoid disastrous outcome
German Greens MEP Terry Reintke has appealed to the UK to ask for an extension to the Brexit transition period beyond 31 December amid “special circumstances”.
Lack of meetings during lockdown leaves EU interpreters facing financial hardship
05 Jun
Lack of meetings during lockdown leaves EU interpreters facing financial hardship
A furious row has flared over claims that hundreds of freelance interpreters are facing financial hardship by the EU institutions because of the COVID-19 crisis.
World ‘can learn to live with’ Coronavirus if vaccine not found, says WHO official
03 Jun
World ‘can learn to live with’ Coronavirus if vaccine not found, says WHO official
Speaking to a parliamentary committee, senior World Health Organization official Mike Ryan said that even if a vaccine is found, it may take a long time to roll out.
Calls for Conference on Future of Europe to be launched ‘as soon as possible’
03 Jun
Calls for Conference on Future of Europe to be launched ‘as soon as possible’
MEPs say the delayed conference must start by September at the latest in order to bring about “effective reform” of the EU.
‘Significant number’ of victims of new forms of sexual harassment online, says survey
02 Jun
‘Significant number’ of victims of new forms of sexual harassment online, says survey
The aim of the survey was to obtain data and evidence about “new forms” of sexual harassment and to assess the safety of “online workspace” for women.
Senior MEP issues warning to UK as crucial round of Brexit talks kick off
02 Jun
Senior MEP issues warning to UK as crucial round of Brexit talks kick off
David McAllister, who chairs the European Parliament’s UK Coordination Group, cautioned that if the UK “reneges on what it signed up to” it will have to face “concrete consequences.”
European Parliament provides 200,000 meals to the needy during Coronavirus crisis
02 Jun
European Parliament provides 200,000 meals to the needy during Coronavirus crisis
About 98,000 meals have been distributed from Parliament’s Brussels seat with an estimated 50,000 more dinners supplied from each of its other bases in Strasbourg and Luxembourg.
Michel Barnier says EU is open to Brexit delay of up to two years
29 May
Michel Barnier says EU is open to Brexit delay of up to two years
His message comes just ahead of key Brexit talks that resume on Monday between the two sides.
Almost two thirds of EU citizens have experienced financial difficulties during COVID-19 crisis, says poll
29 May
Almost two thirds of EU citizens have experienced financial difficulties during COVID-19 crisis, says poll
The poll, commissioned by the European Parliament, found that some 58 percent of people have experienced financial difficulties in their own personal life since the start of the Coronavirus outbreak.
Commission President says Coronavirus recovery plan meets many of Frugal Four’s demands
28 May
Commission President says Coronavirus recovery plan meets many of Frugal Four’s demands
The Netherlands, Austria, Denmark and Sweden have rejected the notion of grants and, instead, have recommended the creation of an “emergency fund” financed by loans only.
Michel Barnier expected to warn next round of Brexit talks will be pivotal for trade deal
28 May
Michel Barnier expected to warn next round of Brexit talks will be pivotal for trade deal
The EU’s chief Brexit negotiator will meet with Parliament President David Sassoli and political group leaders on Thursday to discuss the latest developments in talks with the UK.
European Commission unveils €750bn Coronavirus recovery fund
28 May
European Commission unveils €750bn Coronavirus recovery fund
Dubbed “Next generation EU” the recovery fund is worth €750bn and is designed to help Europe’s economies and societies recover from the Coronavirus pandemic.
Racial and ethnic minorities suffering disproportionately during Coronavirus crisis, says ENAR
27 May
Racial and ethnic minorities suffering disproportionately during Coronavirus crisis, says ENAR
A new report by the European Network Against Racism (ENAR) says the pandemic is “exacerbating and shining a light” on existing racism and inequalities in society.
Conference on Future of Europe condemned as federalist attempt to extend EU powers
27 May
Conference on Future of Europe condemned as federalist attempt to extend EU powers
The Conference was due to start on 9 May, a symbolically important date for the EU as it is the anniversary of the Schuman Declaration.
EU urged to adopt Marshall Plan to uphold rule of law in some Member States
26 May
EU urged to adopt Marshall Plan to uphold rule of law in some Member States
A leading judge said the EU must show the same level of determination in upholding the rule of law in countries like Poland and Hungary as it is in tackling the Coronavirus pandemic.
MEPs call for concrete action to tackle the ‘hidden pandemic’ of domestic violence
25 May
MEPs call for concrete action to tackle the ‘hidden pandemic’ of domestic violence
A letter to the Council and Commission, signed by 15 members, says that during the current pandemic women and children have been “confronted with a violent reality.”
Concerns raised over Parliament’s use of ‘remote’ participation in committee debate
25 May
Concerns raised over Parliament’s use of ‘remote’ participation in committee debate
Repeated technical hiccups interrupted a committee discussion on women’s rights on Monday.