‘Half-dead’ Schengen limps on amid increased migration anxiety
13 Aug Member States

‘Half-dead’ Schengen limps on amid increased migration anxiety

Europe’s open borders are being replaced by ‘temporary’ checkpoints that are often anything but. With anti-migration politics on the rise and a broken asylum system, the loss of trust will be hard to restore.
by Eloise Hardy
How alpha men and tradwives are winning over young Europeans
11 Aug Member States
How alpha men and tradwives are winning over young Europeans
Op-ed: Mercosur deal of deceit must not be signed
14 Aug EU Institutions
Op-ed: Mercosur deal of deceit must not be signed
Is the EU ready to face its mounting plastic waste problem?
07 Aug EU Institutions
Is the EU ready to face its mounting plastic waste problem?
03 May 17
Brexit's impact on EU fisheries: The whale in the room
In light of Brexit, before it reforms its management systems, the EU must reach an agreement with the UK on fish stocks in the North Sea, writes Peter van Dalen.
03 May 17
CFP reform: Simplifying technical measures important - but fisheries activities must be safeguarded
Simplifying technical measures in line with CFP reform is an important aim, but it mustn't be to the detriment of fisheries activities, argues Gabriel Mato.
03 May 17
EU must ensure future of artisanal fisheries
Fishermen must be involved in decision-making in order to successfully implement measures to safeguard fish stocks, says Renata Briano.
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03 May 17
How to employ energy-efficient urban regeneration? A FosterREG response
Urban regeneration is not an easy task, but when sustainable energy is involved, it becomes more complicated. FosterREG shows how to overcome difficulties, says Paweł Nowakowski.
03 May 17
Should vaccines really be compulsory?
There is limited evidence that compulsory vaccination is the key to address vaccine rejection, says Piernicola Pedicini.
02 May 17
Issue 453/454 | 01 May 2017
Eva Kaili interview, Palm Oil review, Brexit's impact on EU-UK research cooperation, Migration, EU Arctic Policy, Immunisation Week, Fisheries Policy, Obesity, 5 questions with Neena Gill and more...
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02 May 17
CAP reform: a new chance for biotech innovation in agriculture
Continuing to deny the benefits of GM crops is unfair and counterproductive, argues Pedro Narro Sanchez.
02 May 17
Czech Prime Minister to step down
Keep track of the latest appointments and developments in the European institutions, EU member states’ governments and public affairs.
02 May 17
Vaccination is a collective responsibility
Vaccination saves lives and we must not let fear mongers spread lies on the topic, writes Françoise Grossetête.
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02 May 17
Success of vaccination programmes is based on citizens' trust in safety of vaccines
There's a conflict of interest at the heart of post-authorisation vaccine evaluation research, argues Jim McMenamin.
02 May 17
Brexit talks tense up as EU27 endorse divorce terms
A war of words has broken out after EU leaders took no time in endorsing a set of divorce terms for Britain at a summit in Brussels on Saturday.
02 May 17
Eva Kaili: We shouldn't have a hard Brexit
Eva Kaili on the importance of investing in science and research, why Brexit should exclude scientific cooperation, and why she doesn't want online platforms to censor fake news.
28 Apr 17
Eurobarometer: Majority of Europeans support EU membership
Belonging to the EU is a good thing, according to the latest Eurobarometer survey of Europeans' attitudes.
28 Apr 17
Arctic shipping: Why Europe must say No to heavy fuel oil
It's time to ban the use of heavy fuel oil in Arctic waters before it does any more harm to our environment, writes Sirpa Pietikäinen.
28 Apr 17
EU to 'play hard ball' in Brexit talks
The European Union has signalled it will take a tough stance in the upcoming Brexit negotiations with the UK.
28 Apr 17
EPP and Ukip under fire for calls for EU-wide burka ban
Some MEPs have been condemned over their calls for an EU-wide ban on the burka.
28 Apr 17
Migration crisis: What future for Calais border?
As the migration crisis shows no sign of abating, local authorities are being forced to handle the brunt of it.
28 Apr 17
EU labour markets must adapt to the digital era
Digitalisation presents opportunities and challenges in the changing world of work, writes Brando Benifei.
27 Apr 17
Paul Nuttall is running in the UK general elections
Keep track of the latest appointments and developments in the European institutions and public affairs.
27 Apr 17
Parliament endorses Ildikó Gáll-Pelcz as member of the Court of Auditors.
Keep track of the latest appointments and developments in the European institutions and public affairs.
27 Apr 17
Jobs and Growth: Can innovative structural reforms help the EU shift into a higher gear?
New EU wide programme will support member states in implementing structural reforms, writes Lambert van Nistelrooij.
27 Apr 17
Hotspot approach has helped improve migration management - but serious challenges remain
According to the European Court of Auditors, the EU's hotspot approach for irregular migrants arriving in Italy and Greece has helped to significantly improve the registration, identification and security checking of migrants. 
27 Apr 17
May in constructive talks with Barnier and Juncker
UK Prime Minister Theresa May reportedly held constructive talks with the EU's chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier and Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker on Wednesday.
26 Apr 17
Viktor Orbán in heated EU Parliament debate
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and MEPs debated the rights situation in his country, attended by Commission first Vice President Frans Timmermans.