Articles tagged with: European Commission
From Pfizer to Pieper: With VDL on the defensive, who stands to gain?
19 Apr Analysis
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.
Von der Leyen’s controversial pick for SME envoy: ‘This should trigger a proper investigation’
08 Apr Interview
Von der Leyen’s controversial pick for SME envoy: ‘This should trigger a proper investigation’
Civil society organisations like Transparency International have called on the European Commission to rescind the appointment of MEP Markus Pieper following allegations of an unfair recruitment process.
Why von der Leyen is courting Italy’s Meloni ahead of a likely reelection bid
16 Feb Analysis
Why von der Leyen is courting Italy’s Meloni ahead of a likely reelection bid
With her strong anti-immigration rhetoric, Giorgia Meloni has become an unlikely power player in EU politics. But now Italy’s populist prime minister could be calling the shots.
Mental health in Europe: it is time for a strategy
05 Dec Opinion
Mental health in Europe: it is time for a strategy
In June, the Commission launched a Mental Health Communication. While this step is an admirable advancement, there is room for improvement, argues Dr. Alessandro Gallina from the European Public Health Alliance
Will the Artificial Intelligence Act protect the rights of Europeans?
21 Sep Analysis
Will the Artificial Intelligence Act protect the rights of Europeans?
The European Parliament and Council are entering a period of intense debate on the AI Act with the aim of agreeing on a position by the end of the year. Dods EU Political Intelligence examines how lawmakers plan to address the risks AI could pose to the rights of Europeans.
New EU office meets demand for greater European presence in Silicon Valley
16 Aug Feature
New EU office meets demand for greater European presence in Silicon Valley
The European Commission is opening a San Francisco office in September, a reflection of the bloc’s mounting desire to be a global force in shaping the digital sphere
The EU must stand strong in the face of industry pressure to protect the world’s forests
12 Apr Opinion
The EU must stand strong in the face of industry pressure to protect the world’s forests
The EU is on the verge of making a once-in-a-generation move to tackle global deforestation. But industry forces are trying to derail it, writes Julia Christian.
Digital Services Act: MEPs are ready to defend tougher regulations
03 Mar Analysis
Digital Services Act: MEPs are ready to defend tougher regulations
The European Parliament and Council must find agreement over points of contention in the DSA. Our Dods EU Monitoring consultant breaks down what's at stake and what's next.
Political ads must be more transparent, new proposal suggests
11 Jan
Political ads must be more transparent, new proposal suggests
The European Commission’s proposal on the transparency of political ads addresses digital data privacy, but may come with loopholes, MEPs warn.
European Commission loses patience with intransigent Italy over non-implementation of 2006 CJEU enforcement ruling
30 Sep
European Commission loses patience with intransigent Italy over non-implementation of 2006 CJEU enforcement ruling
The long-running discrimination case around non-national university teaching staff (Lettori) in Italy may now, finally, be heading to a conclusion. But as Henry Rodgers explains, the result may yet be a bittersweet one
A Never-Ending Story
31 Aug
A Never-Ending Story
European Commission has expressed serious concern over recent data received from Italy in the ongoing Lettori discrimination proceedings, explains Henry Rodgers
“We are not living in Europe à la carte” says Jourová on Rule of Law report
20 Jul
“We are not living in Europe à la carte” says Jourová on Rule of Law report
In its second EU-wide report on the Rule of Law, the European Commission highlighted “serious concerns” over judicial independence and media freedom.
EPP condemns nomination of EU’s first ‘business tsar’
01 Jun
EPP condemns nomination of EU’s first ‘business tsar’
Vazil Hudák, a former vice-president of the European Investment Bank (EIB) and economy minister in his native Slovakia, is the frontrunner for the post.
European Commission set to halve number of buildings it uses in Brussels
18 May
European Commission set to halve number of buildings it uses in Brussels
EU executive says it expects more of its staff to work from home in the future.
The snail's pace progress of EU justice
02 Apr
The snail's pace progress of EU justice
Despite European Commission pilot proceedings against Italy, the snail’s pace progress of EU justice in tackling discrimination against non-national teaching staff in Italian universities means the case is unlikely to be resolved any time soon, explains Henry Rodgers.
European Parliament to become Coronavirus vaccination centre
16 Feb
European Parliament to become Coronavirus vaccination centre
Each of its locations will be used to support vaccination efforts across Europe, as of 22 February.
AstraZeneca COVID vaccine contract to be made public
29 Jan
AstraZeneca COVID vaccine contract to be made public
It emerged on Friday that the pharmaceutical company has agreed to publish the deal signed with the European Commission.
EU insists that one of the two nominees for the post of new Irish commissioner must be a woman
02 Sep
EU insists that one of the two nominees for the post of new Irish commissioner must be a woman
‘Ball is in Irish court’ over who it wants to nominate, but one candidate must be a woman, says European Commission.
Pressure mounting on Irish government to nominate female candidate for EU trade post
31 Aug
Pressure mounting on Irish government to nominate female candidate for EU trade post
European Parliament vice-president Mairead McGuinness is seen as ‘strong and safe’ replacement for Phil Hogan by MEPs.
Who will replace Phil Hogan?
28 Aug
Who will replace Phil Hogan?
The Parliament Magazine canvassed opinion from MEPs and influencers across Europe on the Irish commissioner's departure and who they think is best suited to replace him.
Phil Hogan quits over Irish 'Golfgate' coronavirus breach
27 Aug
Phil Hogan quits over Irish 'Golfgate' coronavirus breach
EU trade commissioner says he regrets concern, unease and upset he’s caused.
Phil Hogan at the centre of a huge row about his political future
26 Aug
Phil Hogan at the centre of a huge row about his political future
EU trade commissioner facing numerous calls to quit after he allegedly broke quarantine rules in his native Ireland.
EU Trade Chief’s job on the line after Covid-19 lockdown rules breach
24 Aug
EU Trade Chief’s job on the line after Covid-19 lockdown rules breach
European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen has asked EU trade Commissioner Phil Hogan to “fully explain” the circumstances surrounding his controversial attendance at a golf club dinner in Ireland.
Europe's Moment
14 Jul
Europe's Moment
EU leaders must grasp the nettle and deliver on citizens’ expectations by negotiating a strong budget, agreeing the Next Generation EU recovery plan and providing global leadership, argues European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.