DSA: Paying the consequences
20 Jan 22
DSA: Paying the consequences
Despite the best efforts of MEPs in the IMCO Committee, the Digital Services Act has been a wasted opportunity, argues Alessandra Basso
DSA: Delivering a digital level playing field
20 Jan 22
DSA: Delivering a digital level playing field
The Digital Services Act will provide new rules for a better functioning digital single market, while providing a safer online environment, says Henna Virkkunen
DSA: A look under the hood
20 Jan 22
DSA: A look under the hood
The Digital Services Act brings some much-needed control over the influence and excesses of the very large online platforms - but it’s just a start, writes Alexandra Geese
Digital Services Act: Parliament’s chance to give citizens the online protection they deserve
20 Jan 22
Digital Services Act: Parliament’s chance to give citizens the online protection they deserve
The amendments to the Digital Services Act have improved the protection for citizens, but these have not fully addressed the risks posed; we must remain vigilant in defending our freedoms, believes Patrick Breyer
David Sassoli: A champion of European ideals
11 Jan 22
David Sassoli: A champion of European ideals
Following the sad news of the death of David Sassoli, Brian Johnson looks back at an interview with him that highlighted his compassion and unyielding commitment to democracy and the European project.
Flexibility, equality, modernity and harmonisation are key to delivering a compromise solution on EU VAT rates rules, writes Olivier Chastel
03 Jan 22
Flexibility, equality, modernity and harmonisation are key to delivering a compromise solution on EU VAT rates rules, writes Olivier Chastel
EU Member States must ensure right balance and avoid eroding the tax base when using the new reduced VAT rates, says Parliament’s rapporteur on reducing EU VAT gap
31 Dec 21
European Year of Rail: From propaganda to reality
Portuguese MEP João Pimenta explains why he took undertook a 57 hour train journey from Lisbon to Strasbourg for the final EP Plenary session of 2021
24 Dec 21
2022 shaping up to be a dramatic year in the battle between the EU and Poland over the Rule of Law
The EU’s ability to push back against damage to the Rule of Law in countries such as Hungary and Poland will define whether the EU can live up to its noble commitments, writes Jakub Jaraczewski
21 Dec 21
There is a clear need for more European tax coordination and harmonisation, argues Markus Ferber
In a Single Market based on cross-border economic activity, tax policy decisions taken by one Member State can have major implications for other Member States, says FISC Committee vice chair
20 Dec 21
Germany’s new coalition government comes with an ambitious agenda, explains Sandra Parthie
A strong pro-European agenda dominates Olaf Scholz’ Traffic Light coalition, says Employers' Group of the European Economic and Social Committee member
20 Dec 21
The revolution in HIV demands an EU response, explains Frédérique Ries
We should celebrate the stunning progress in HIV survival rates, while putting health-related quality of life at the centre of policy, says Belgian Renew Europe Group MEP
17 Dec 21
Horizon Europe will be key to delivering the solutions Europe needs to achieve its green and digital transitions, writes Maria da Graça Carvalho
Working alone is rarely as effective as working together. This is why we must support the European partnerships of Horizon Europe, says Joint Undertakings Rapporteur
16 Dec 21
Non-tax and non-tariff barriers report adopted a progressive approach to tackling cross-border restrictions, writes Marc Angel
New report strikes the right balance on rights and freedoms, says S&D Group shadow rapporteur
16 Dec 21
Non-tariff and non-tax barriers hindering effectiveness of EU single market and must be tackled urgently, argues Kosma Złotowski
The removal of restrictions on the cross-border movement of goods and services has been a key factor in creating prosperity and economic growth, says INI report's rapporteur
15 Dec 21
The EU has a huge role to play in Jordan and The Lebanon - but both countries must help us, help them, explains Isabel Santos
Jordan’s role in the Mashreq region is pivotal, says Chair of The European Parliament’s Delegation for relations with the Mashreq countries
15 Dec 21
European Parlament report demands EU takes 'specific' action to combat gender-based cyberviolence, writes Sylwia Spurek
Rapporteur says her report sends strong message to the European Commission on its failure to act against gender-based violence
14 Dec 21
The EU should practise what it preaches and embrace its character as a constitutional democracy, writes Jaap Hoeksma
The paradox of the EU’s present predicament around its identity is that the world regards it as a democratic organisation of states and citizens, whereas the EU itself continues to be confused about its nature
14 Dec 21
EU must support democracy in Bosnia and Herzegovina and impose sanctions against Republika Srpska leadership, argues Romeo Franz
The EU has reached a turning point in its policies with Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Western Balkans in general, says Chair of Parliament's Delegation for relations with Bosnia and Herzegovina
14 Dec 21
Digital Markets Act: MEP Comment
DMA Shadow Rapporteurs, Evelyne Gebhardt, Andrus Ansip and Martin Schirdewan talk to the Parliament Magazine about how the new legislation will help unlock Big Tech's gates
13 Dec 21
Digital Markets Act can protect consumers and stimulate European tech businesses, says Andreas Schwab
New tool needed to tackle problems of fast-growing digital tech, says Parliament's rapporteur.
10 Dec 21
Renovation wave or ripple? The time to act is now, argues Martha Myers
Millions in energy poverty are still waiting on the EU tide to turn in their favour, says Friends of the Earth Europe Climate justice campaigner
09 Dec 21
Innovation will drive the shift towards a more sustainable agricultural production system, writes Veronika Vrecionová
As climate change increasingly impacts weather and thus agriculture, EU- US cooperation on sustainable production is essential, says AGRI Committee MEP
09 Dec 21
The EU must regulate third party litigation funding, argues Axel Voss
We must not allow millions of European consumers and Europe's justice systems to become pawns in profit seeking, warns Legal Affairs Committee MEP
08 Dec 21
The EU needs to develop a clear vision for its security says Rasa Juknevičienė
Common capabilities, united action on threats and adequate financing are key to defending the EU, argues SEDE Committee MEP