FIFA slips through Europe’s fingers as it cosies up to new teammates
01 Sep EU Institutions

FIFA slips through Europe’s fingers as it cosies up to new teammates

This summer’s Club World Cup put FIFA’s power front and centre for the world to see. As the governing body gets cosy with superpowers and autocrats, the EU could see its governance role diminished.
by Matt Lynes
Estonian citizens warned of spy games if they travel to Russia
27 Aug Member States
Estonian citizens warned of spy games if they travel to Russia
Op-ed: The EU must resist Trump’s attempts at digital domination
29 Aug EU Institutions
Op-ed: The EU must resist Trump’s attempts at digital domination
Op-ed: Central and Eastern Europe’s energy transition shows resilience in the face of geopolitical threats
28 Aug Member States
Op-ed: Central and Eastern Europe’s energy transition shows resilience in the face of geopolitical threats
05 Oct 16
Upcoming European Council debated in plenary
On October 5th, the European Parliament held a Plenary debate to discuss the upcoming European Council meeting.
05 Oct 16
British Conservatives labelled 'Nasty Party' over foreign workers name and shame proposals
British interior minister Amber Rudd's call for businesses to disclose their proportion of foreign workers widely condemned.
05 Oct 16
Polish abortion plans an attack on EU fundamental rights, warn MEPs
Several MEPs have pledged their support for the Polish 'Black Monday' pro-abortion campaigners in their challenge against proposals to totally ban abortion.
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05 Oct 16
New report recommends collective response in fight against jihadist radicalism
European governments must share their experience and create a common agenda against radicalisation, argues Valentina Colombo.
05 Oct 16
EPP group to put candidate forward for EU Parliament presidency
The leader of Parliament's biggest political grouping, EPP group Chair Manfred Weber, has confirmed his group will put forward a candidate for the assembly's presidency.
05 Oct 16
EU Parliament approves ratification of Paris agreement
The European Parliament has formally approved the ratification the Paris agreement on climate change, with 610 votes in favour, 38 against and 31 abstentions.
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04 Oct 16
Maximising opportunities in a changing world of work
The employment industry is a labour market enabler at the forefront of the changing world of work, writes Denis Pennel.
04 Oct 16
Senior MEPs blast Barroso
Former European Commission President José Manuel Barroso has come under a withering attack from Parliament's political group leaders over his new position at Goldman Sachs.
04 Oct 16
EU Parliament group leaders welcome Theresa May's article 50 announcement
The European Parliament's lead negotiator in the Brexit talks, Guy Verhofstadt, has said that relations between the UK and EU "must remain close".
04 Oct 16
EU must empower patients in healthcare policymaking
As a cancer survivor herself, Lieve Wierinck knows all too well the lasting effects the disease can have on patients, and this is why she believes they must be more closely involved in policymaking when it comes to healthcare.
03 Oct 16
Innovative medicines can maximise health in the EU
Innovative medicines could result in huge savings for member states, but a crucial factor is ensuring patient access, writes Karin Kadenbach.
03 Oct 16
Anti-Semitism a threat to Europe, Parliament told
A hearing in Parliament was told that anti-Semitism continues to be a problem in Europe, with one in five Jews having experienced verbal or physical violence.
03 Oct 16
Brexit: Dark clouds gathering over UK education and research
Brexit could spell disastrous consequences not just for the UK's research and education sectors, but for the EU's as well, warns Neena Gill.
03 Oct 16
Viktor Orbán claims victory in Hungarian refugee vote
However, controversial referendum fails to garner 50 per cent turnout to be valid.
30 Sep 16
EU Policymakers and campaigners come together to discuss pet trafficking
Event heard strong calls for an EU action plan to tackle the illegal trade of cats and dogs.
30 Sep 16
Hungarians prepare to vote on refugee quotas
Last minute campaigning was taking place in Hungary ahead of a controversial referendum this Sunday on EU refugee quotas. 
30 Sep 16
Revolving doors: Campaigners file complaint with EU Commission
Campaigners have sent a complaint to European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker about his handling of the “revolving door” moves of several former Commissioners.
29 Sep 16
MEPs and industry experts join forces in calling for 'compromise' approach to new EU fertilizer rules
Environment committee rapporteur says colleagues must be careful not to impose limits or requirements which cannot be met.
29 Sep 16
Former EU climate Commissioner Hedegaard joins VW's 'Sustainability Council'
Volkswagen has named former European climate Commissioner Connie Hedegaard as a member of its new ‘Sustainability Council’.
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29 Sep 16
Moving treatments from hospitals to patients' homes key to sustainable healthcare
Taking healthcare home is key to delivering sustainable treatment, writes Paul Leeflang.
29 Sep 16
Demography and diversity are new opportunities for Europe
Demographic change is a huge challenge for healthcare systems across Europe, but this year’s Gastein health forum will look for solutions, promises Helmut Brand.
29 Sep 16
5 questions with... Daniel Dalton
Cricket, theatre and Cities Skylines.
29 Sep 16
EU Commission's 'transparency register' proposals branded "too little too late"
Lobbyists and independent organisations must sign up to a “transparency register” under new proposals by the European Commission.
29 Sep 16
Brexit: Verhofstadt launches withering attack on Johnson, Fallon and Fox
Parliament’s representative in the Brexit negotiations, Guy Verhofstadt, has launched a withering attack on the three MPs chosen by Theresa May to navigate the UK’s exit from the EU.