Why railways are the right choice for the future of Europe Partner Content
03 Apr 24 Energy & Environment
Why railways are the right choice for the future of Europe
For the new legislature, railways have set out the policy priorities CER believe will get us on track for Europe
Empowering Europe's Health: The Vital Role of Self-Care Partner Content
03 Apr 24
Empowering Europe's Health: The Vital Role of Self-Care
Europe's healthcare systems are fragmented and face several problems. Self-care is an important pillar for advancing public health and the sustainability of healthcare systems
Strength in numbers: Why an enlarged EU is a more secure EU
03 Apr 24 EU Institutions
Strength in numbers: Why an enlarged EU is a more secure EU
The case of Ukraine shows how enlargement would benefit the EU’s defence, security and energy supply, creating a more stable and resilient union.
Food, Feed and Fuel for the EU Partner Content
03 Apr 24 Energy & Environment
Food, Feed and Fuel for the EU
Realising the potential of renewable ethanol biorefineries for a more autonomous Europe
Prostate cancer in Europe – urgent call for MEPs to sign election manifesto Partner Content
02 Apr 24
Prostate cancer in Europe – urgent call for MEPs to sign election manifesto
Members of the Let’s Talk Prostate Cancer (LTPC) Expert Group, Professor Hendrik Van Poppel, Chairman of the European Urology Association Policy Office and former Chairman of the Department of Urology at the University Hospitals Leuven; and André Deschamps, former Chairman of Europa Uomo (2018-2022) and President of Wij Ook (Us Too), stress the growing impact of prostate cancer in Europe, and appeal for European and national policymakers to ACT NOW
The EU needs to do its homework: Enlargement calls for reforms on all sides
28 Mar 24 EU Institutions
The EU needs to do its homework: Enlargement calls for reforms on all sides
Expanding the bloc requires careful preparation from the EU, both institutionally and financially.
Why a larger EU doesn’t mean a stronger EU 
26 Mar 24 EU Institutions
Why a larger EU doesn’t mean a stronger EU 
In the shadow of war, a new chapter in enlargement policy requires careful reform.
How can public outsourcing be made to work? Partner Content
25 Mar 24
How can public outsourcing be made to work?
Across OECD countries, between 15% to 45% of government expenditure goes on private procurement, so how can it be spent most effectively?
How EU enlargement can be a tool for peace
19 Mar 24 EU Institutions
How EU enlargement can be a tool for peace
The bloc must lead on efforts to prioritise preventive diplomacy over crisis management.
EU election candidates who support the bloc’s fundamental values need to speak out on LGBTI rights
06 Mar 24 EU Institutions
EU election candidates who support the bloc’s fundamental values need to speak out on LGBTI rights
With the public discourse around sexuality and gender ever more hostile, activists are calling on the next parliament to do more to protect LGBTI people.
How Poland can repair the damage to its arts and education systems
01 Mar 24 EU Institutions
How Poland can repair the damage to its arts and education systems
In a visit to Warsaw last year, one MEP was shocked to find culture and academia under threat. Will Donald Tusk be able to turn the tables?
Stronger together: Fighting rare diseases requires collaboration Partner Content
29 Feb 24 EU Institutions
Stronger together: Fighting rare diseases requires collaboration
To address the unique needs of affected individuals and improve patients lives, a multifaceted approach involving all stakeholders is needed
Advancing innovation for rare disease patients: a call to action on Rare Disease Day 2024 Partner Content
29 Feb 24
Advancing innovation for rare disease patients: a call to action on Rare Disease Day 2024
Now is a pivotal moment to put rare diseases at the heart of both policy and elections to ensure that no patient is left behind
PPWR trilogues must bring solutions to soaring recycled plastic imports Partner Content
28 Feb 24 Energy & Environment
PPWR trilogues must bring solutions to soaring recycled plastic imports
Legislation for recycled plastics is the way to go, but it must safeguard the EU’s industry and the EU Green Deal’s targets
Europe's artists deserve better working conditions
28 Feb 24 EU Institutions
Europe's artists deserve better working conditions
One MEP on the 'unviability' of the labour market for creative workers across the Continent
– and what policymakers can do to fix it.
A holistic, realistic approach to OMP reform and action Partner Content
28 Feb 24
A holistic, realistic approach to OMP reform and action
The fate of the rare diseases ecosystem hangs in the balance. Our actions going forwards could have significant implications for the future of the patient community
How can we build a more sustainable and competitive food and drink industry? The European soft drinks sector’s vision for the next EU political term Partner Content
27 Feb 24 Energy & Environment
How can we build a more sustainable and competitive food and drink industry? The European soft drinks sector’s vision for the next EU political term
With more than 500 production facilities across Europe supporting over 1.8 million jobs, the European soft drink sector is a key player in the future of Europe
Substantial action is needed to support rare disease patients Partner Content
27 Feb 24 EU Institutions
Substantial action is needed to support rare disease patients
The EESC’s recent own-initiative report highlights the next steps required to improve the lives of rare disease patients, including actualising legislative framework, optimising policy and harnessing technological innovations
'Rare' should not mean 'alone' Partner Content
27 Feb 24 EU Institutions
"Rare" should not mean "alone"
The EESC, together with associations of patients, researchers and practitioners, asks the European Commission for an action plan to on rare diseases
#ActRare2024: How the EU elections can help tackle rare diseases Partner Content
26 Feb 24
#ActRare2024: How the EU elections can help tackle rare diseases
The fate of more than 30 million Europeans living with rare diseases hinges on the outcomes of the upcoming elections. Policymakers must use this moment to build a more inclusive future for all EU citizens, including the most vulnerable
Empowering innovation: The future of rare disease therapies in Europe Partner Content
23 Feb 24 Technology
Empowering innovation: The future of rare disease therapies in Europe
With biotech companies playing a pivotal role in finding therapies for people living with rare diseases, Europe has the potential to lead the charge in revolutionising new treatments
Seizing opportunities for rare disease patients Partner Content
22 Feb 24 EU Institutions
Seizing opportunities for rare disease patients
As the end of the Parliamentary term approaches, it’s time to proactively push for improvements in the lives of people living with rare diseases
Imagining a future where rare diseases patients have a better chance at a healthy life Partner Content
21 Feb 24
Imagining a future where rare diseases patients have a better chance at a healthy life
Past legislation has inspired impressive medicines development in Europe and we must continue to drive progress to deliver new, life-changing therapies
Breaking barriers: The European Commission’s commitment to tackling rare diseases Partner Content
20 Feb 24 EU Institutions
Breaking barriers: The European Commission’s commitment to tackling rare diseases
When tackling rare diseases, the added value of EU action is undisputable. The Commission must prioritise continuing to support improvements in the field