Parliament’s EPP Group calls for sanctions against Belarusian President and law enforcement leaders
11 Aug Justice

Parliament’s EPP Group calls for sanctions against Belarusian President and law enforcement leaders

Alexander Lukashenko won a landslide re-election victory after bloody clashes between riot police and thousands of protesters who said Sunday’s poll was rigged.
by Martin Banks
Ursula von der Leyen and David Sassoli appeal to Member States to step up fight against racism
05 Aug Justice
Ursula von der Leyen and David Sassoli appeal to Member States to step up fight against racism
EU defends decision to reject Polish town twinning grant applications after cities declare themselves LGBTI-free zones
31 Jul Justice
EU defends decision to reject Polish town twinning grant applications after cities declare themselves LGBTI-free zones
European Commission could cut EU funds to countries violating rule of law
28 Jul Justice
European Commission could cut EU funds to countries violating rule of law
‘Significant number’ of victims of new forms of sexual harassment online, says survey
02 Jun Justice
‘Significant number’ of victims of new forms of sexual harassment online, says survey
The aim of the survey was to obtain data and evidence about “new forms” of sexual harassment and to assess the safety of “online workspace” for women.
Senior MEP issues warning to UK as crucial round of Brexit talks kick off
02 Jun Justice
Senior MEP issues warning to UK as crucial round of Brexit talks kick off
David McAllister, who chairs the European Parliament’s UK Coordination Group, cautioned that if the UK “reneges on what it signed up to” it will have to face “concrete consequences.”
Michel Barnier says EU is open to Brexit delay of up to two years
29 May Justice
Michel Barnier says EU is open to Brexit delay of up to two years
His message comes just ahead of key Brexit talks that resume on Monday between the two sides.
Michel Barnier expected to warn next round of Brexit talks will be pivotal for trade deal
28 May Justice
Michel Barnier expected to warn next round of Brexit talks will be pivotal for trade deal
The EU’s chief Brexit negotiator will meet with Parliament President David Sassoli and political group leaders on Thursday to discuss the latest developments in talks with the UK.
Racial and ethnic minorities suffering disproportionately during Coronavirus crisis, says ENAR
27 May Justice
Racial and ethnic minorities suffering disproportionately during Coronavirus crisis, says ENAR
A new report by the European Network Against Racism (ENAR) says the pandemic is “exacerbating and shining a light” on existing racism and inequalities in society.
Conference on Future of Europe condemned as federalist attempt to extend EU powers
27 May Justice
Conference on Future of Europe condemned as federalist attempt to extend EU powers
The Conference was due to start on 9 May, a symbolically important date for the EU as it is the anniversary of the Schuman Declaration.
EU urged to adopt Marshall Plan to uphold rule of law in some Member States
26 May Justice
EU urged to adopt Marshall Plan to uphold rule of law in some Member States
A leading judge said the EU must show the same level of determination in upholding the rule of law in countries like Poland and Hungary as it is in tackling the Coronavirus pandemic.
Concerns raised over Parliament’s use of ‘remote’ participation in committee debate
25 May Justice
Concerns raised over Parliament’s use of ‘remote’ participation in committee debate
Repeated technical hiccups interrupted a committee discussion on women’s rights on Monday.
Supporting LGBTQI+ young people and understanding the challenges they face
19 May Justice
Supporting LGBTQI+ young people and understanding the challenges they face
In a society that places increasing pressure on all of us, we must be aware of mental health difficulties and how to offer support. LGBTQI+ young people are particularly vulnerable, writes Alex Agius Saliba.
Commission launches infringement proceedings against UK over free movement
18 May Justice
Commission launches infringement proceedings against UK over free movement
The move, which is the latest sign of tension between the EU and UK, alleges that the UK has failed to comply with EU law on the free movement of EU citizens and their family members.
Michel Barnier accuses UK of “lacking understanding” on Brexit trade talks
15 May Justice
Michel Barnier accuses UK of “lacking understanding” on Brexit trade talks
EU’s chief Brexit negotiator says he’s not optimistic deal can be struck, given “incomprehension on UK side”.
UK accused of passing off No Deal Brexit impact as ‘collateral damage’ of Coronavirus
15 May Justice
UK accused of passing off No Deal Brexit impact as ‘collateral damage’ of Coronavirus
Christophe Hansen MEP, the European Parliament’s negotiator of the post-Brexit agreement, said, “it is a strategy that I have thus far thought too reckless to be real.”
Brexit and COVID-19: An end to both in 2020?
13 May Justice
Brexit and COVID-19: An end to both in 2020?
On 31 January, the UK left the EU, leaving eleven months to negotiate a comprehensive partnership between the two sides. But in the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic, there is now even less time and even less capacity, writes Mairead McGuinness.
Future of Europe conference in limbo
08 May Justice
Future of Europe conference in limbo
The two-year event was supposed to launch on Europe Day but has been postponed due to the ongoing Coronavirus crisis.
Europe’s media is in crisis and needs immediate EU support
07 May Justice
Europe’s media is in crisis and needs immediate EU support
Media policies should remain a national competence, but the EU can, and must, play a supporting role, argues Dace Melbarde.
European Commission defends Mogherini appointment as College of Europe rector
06 May Justice
European Commission defends Mogherini appointment as College of Europe rector
Critics say the appointment, which is yet to be approved, would constitute a possible conflict of interest since Mogherini has networks in the EU executive.
Lebanon’s Central Bank must not fall victim to Hezbolla PM+
06 May Justice
Lebanon’s Central Bank must not fall victim to Hezbolla
With the country in its worst economic crisis in decades, the country stands at a critical political crossroad, writes James Wilson.
Delivering security to citizens in a turbulent world
06 May Justice
Delivering security to citizens in a turbulent world
All European citizens want to feel secure from the growing threats of the modern world; it will be my role to deliver this security, says Ylva Johansson
Afghanistan: a war not to be forgotten, a people to support
06 May Justice
Afghanistan: a war not to be forgotten, a people to support
With the Coronavirus crisis creating havoc around the world, Afghanistan risks disappearing from the international headlines, writes EU High Representative Josep Borrell.
Providing security for citizens must be renewed objective for EU
05 May Justice
Providing security for citizens must be renewed objective for EU
In these times of unprecedented crisis, providing security for citizens must be a renewed objective for the EU, writes Juan Fernando López Aguilar.
EU High Representative in China censorship row
05 May Justice
EU High Representative in China censorship row
Josep Borrell was grilled by MEPs last week over allegations that China had attempted to influence the results of a key disinformation report on the Coronavirus outbreak. 
Coronavirus: EU’s national leaders must seize the moment
05 May Justice
Coronavirus: EU’s national leaders must seize the moment
Can Europe’s political leaders rise to the challenges of a hostile, post COVID-19 world, asks Friends of Europe's Giles Merritt.
 
EU under fire for response to plight of asylum seekers on Greek islands
04 May Justice
EU under fire for response to plight of asylum seekers on Greek islands
A special online meeting of Parliament’s petitions committee heard there had been a “lack of a coherent response” to the “appalling” conditions facing asylum seekers and refugees during the Coronavirus crisis.
David Sassoli Interview: European Parliament's key role in shaping EU's Coronavirus response
04 May Justice
David Sassoli Interview: European Parliament's key role in shaping EU's Coronavirus response
With the European Union arguably facing its biggest crisis, European Parliament President David Sassoli tells Lorna Hutchinson that platitudes about solidarity are not enough; the EU will only prove its worth to citizens by acting in unison.