08 Jan 20
Fighting the good fight for Scotland
Veteran SNP MEP Alyn Smith shares with us some parting thoughts on Brexit, Scottish independence and the EU as he bids a fond farewell to Brussels and takes up his seat as MP for Stirling.
23 Dec 19
Brexit and Mental Health: Are you coping?
Soon to be departing British MEP Jane Brophy reflects on Brexit’s under-recognised impact on EU citizens’ mental health.
23 Dec 19
The Von der Leyen Commission
We spoke to MEPs from across Parliament about what they expect to see from the new European Commission.
23 Dec 19
New dynamics in Central Asia
The dynamics and interactions within the countries of Central Asia are shifting and Europe needs to adapt to reflect the new realities, writes Atidzhe Alieva-Veli.
20 Dec 19
5 questions with... Isabel Benjumea
20 Dec 19
A strong and modern partnership
In enhancing its relations with Central Asian countries, the EU promotes peace, stability and prosperity in the region while supporting sustainable development, writes Andris Ameriks.
20 Dec 19
The European Social Model: a competitive advantage
Investing in social care and the well-being of citizens is the European way, giving us a competitive advantage. Let’s use it to widen the gap, writes Miapetra Kumpula-Natri.
20 Dec 19
Corbyn defeat is a lesson for European Left
There is a major lesson for Europe's Left following UK Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn’s defeat, argues Denis MacShane.
18 Dec 19
A treasure trove of opportunities
Central Asia remains a largely undiscovered region despite the opportunities it presents both commercially and strategically. It’s time the EU enhances its presence in the region, writes Fulvio Martusciello.
17 Dec 19
COPD: the Invisible killer
Health experts have issued stark warnings on the need or further commitment to effectively tackle asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Martin Banks reports.
17 Dec 19
A modern approach to Health Technology Assessment
HTAs are vital in ensuring that medicines and medical devices deliver efficacy and value for money, but processes need to be streamlined, says Tiemo Wölken.
11 Dec 19
Don’t assume technology is racially neutral
Without adequate and effective safeguards, the increasing reliance on technology in law enforcement risks reinforcing existing prejudices against racialised communities, writes Karen Taylor.
11 Dec 19
Flying the flag for aviation
The aviation industry has brought myriad benefits in connecting people, boosting trade and developing new technology - let’s not demonise it, says Caroline Nagtegaal.
11 Dec 19
Investing in security
The European Defence Fund will not only send the right message to our security partners, it will provide a boost for Europe’s defence industries, writes Zdzisław Krasnodębski. 
10 Dec 19
Cybersecurity: the trust-building core of banking
Marek Belka explains why cyber security in financial institutions must be treated more seriously.
10 Dec 19
Opportunities and expectations
The new EU-Singapore Free Trade Agreement will open up new opportunities and increase Europe’s presence in Southeast Asia, explains Pedro Silva Pereira.
10 Dec 19
Big data: Safeguarding our fundamental rights
Data is ubiquitous, but its value cannot be underestimated so let’s be careful on how it’s used, writes Eva Kaili.
10 Dec 19
5 questions with... Liesje Schreinemacher
Liesje Schreinemacher (NL, RE) is a member of Parliament’s INTA and JURI committees.
06 Dec 19
A prosperous and secure fishing industry
Despite past failures of the Common Fisheries Policy, the EU can lead the way on restoring the health of our oceans and safeguarding their biodiversity, argues Chris Davies.
05 Dec 19
Crystallising the potential of 5G
The coming of 5G seems to offer huge potential but realising this safely and effectively will require detailed investigation and careful planning, writes Patrizia Toia.
05 Dec 19
A rules-based approach to 5G cybersecurity
With cybersecurity a Member State competence, fragmented policy across the bloc poses a threat to the internal market. The EU needs to stand together on this, writes Kris Peeters.
04 Dec 19
A Most Pertinent Parliamentary Question
Catch Henry Rodgers personal take on British MEP Jude Kirton-Darling’s question to the European Commission, on the continuing discrimination against foreign language teaching staff in Italian universities.
03 Dec 19
Disability should not be a workplace handicap
Spanish EPP deputy Rosa Estaràs Ferragut, vice president of parliament’s intergroup on disability, spells out why society needs to remove obstacles to the workplace for people with disabilities.
03 Dec 19
A matter of human rights
Dealing with discrimination is a daily reality for people with disabilities, but with the right support it is possible to fight it, writes Katrin Langensiepen.