‘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?
10 Apr 17
Committee guide: Climate is an absolute priority for TRAN
The transport committee’s work has a direct impact on people’s everyday lives, and is therefore committed to communicating as clearly as possible with citizens, says Karima Delli.
10 Apr 17
Committee guide: IMCO committed to ensuring future-proof EU markets
Members of Parliament’s internal market and consumer protection are committed to ensuring the single market runs smoothly and meets the demands of an ever-changing world, writes Vicky Ford.
10 Apr 17
Committee guide: INTA committee working hard to hold the Commission to account on trade deals
Parliament’s international trade committee is hard at work on holding the Commission to account on EU trade deals, says Bernd Lange.
10 Apr 17
Council of Europe publishes annual report on implementation of ECHR judgements
Prison overcrowding in several European countries and boosting judicial independence in Ukraine are among the issues highlighted in a new Council of Europe report.
10 Apr 17
Refugee crisis: Anti-people smuggling efforts a success, says Europol
A new report by Europol claims that European operations to combat people smuggling in the refugee crisis are a success.
07 Apr 17
Petition urges EU governments to adopt European environmental standards
A new report says that effective air pollution limits could save more than 20,000 lives every year even though national governments are said to be threatening to veto EU measures to tackle toxic pollution.
07 Apr 17
The car industry needs to clean up and reinvent itself - with our support
The aftershocks of dieselgate are still being felt, but together the Commission and Parliament are moving forward on effective legislation, says Elżbieta Bieńkowska.
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07 Apr 17
Innovation and R&D are the keys to a healthier future
Innovation and R&D are the keys to a healthier future, explains Nathalie Moll.
07 Apr 17
Committee guide: ITRE committee committed to long-term prosperity of EU citizens
The long-term prosperity of EU citizens is at the heart of the ITRE committee's agenda, explains Jerzy Buzek.
06 Apr 17
Dijsselbloem faces further calls to resign as Eurogroup chief
Eurogroup President Jeroen Dijsselbloem's rejection of invitations to speak to Parliament and his recent remarks in the press, have been severely criticised by political groups.
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06 Apr 17
EU can compete at highest levels of bioeconomy
Europe can compete at the highest levels of the bioeconomy, says Philippe Mengal.
06 Apr 17
Committee guide: CAP reform requires extensive public consultations
Simplifying the CAP without decreasing its funding will be a key focus for Parliament's agriculture committee, writes Czesław Adam Siekierski.
05 Apr 17
CETA is an opportunity the EU cannot miss
Once the benefits of CETA are tangible, people will realise its worth, says Jacek P. Krawczyk.
05 Apr 17
European Parliament kicks off Brexit debate
On April 5, the European Parliament held a plenary debate on the Negotiations with the United Kingdom following its notification that it intends to withdraw from the European Union and subsequently adopted a joint motion for a resolution on their position. 
05 Apr 17
5 questions with... Andrey Novakov
Winston Churchill, young entrepreneurs and taking inspiration from past leaders.
05 Apr 17
Committee guide: It's time to rethink the EU budget
When considering the future EU budget, we must figure out what kind of EU it is that we want, says Jean Arthuis.
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05 Apr 17
EU must realise circular economy's full potential
The EU must realise the circular economy package's full potential, argues Alexis Van Maercke.
05 Apr 17
Committee guide: Time for youth to get involved in environment debate
Parliament's environment, public health and food safety committee can look forward to a packed agenda of legislative initiatives and negotiations, writes Adina-Ioana Vălean.
04 Apr 17
CETA is a major success story for the EU
The success of CETA has given the EU a boost for future trade and political deals, writes Charles Tannock.
04 Apr 17
Why support for CETA still matters
Until all national parliaments ratify CETA, it is crucial that we continue generating support for this landmark deal, says Artis Pabriks.
04 Apr 17
Committee guide: From refugees to SDGs: The challenges of EU development
The first half of this mandate secured some important victories, but the coming years are set to be particularly challenging, writes Linda McAvan.
04 Apr 17
EUA calls on governments to refrain from interference in university autonomy
European University Association calls on governments to refrain from interference in university autonomy.
04 Apr 17
Committee guide: Security and defence subcommittee committed to deeper integration within CSDP
Parliament’s security and defence subcommittee will continue to focus on identifying common threats, says Anna Elżbieta Fotyga.
04 Apr 17
Mairead McGuinness: The EPP is a responsible party
Mairead McGuinness on taking risks, building bridges with national parliaments, and why she’s excited about her new responsibility for interreligious dialogue.