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Press release - COVID-19: debate on developing countries’ access to vaccines

Wed, 03/02/2021 - 11:32
On Thursday, the Development Committee will discuss with Commissioner for International Partnerships Jutta Urpilainen how developing countries can access COVID-19 vaccines.
Committee on Development

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Article - EU-Russia relations under strain: what are the causes?

Tue, 02/02/2021 - 17:45
Alexei Navalny's detention is just the latest source of tension in EU-Russia relations. Find out about the reasons for the friction and about Parliament’s views.

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Press release - Vaccine strategy: Budget MEPs quiz EU health chief Sandra Gallina

Mon, 01/02/2021 - 19:58
In a debate on Monday, Budget Committee Members questioned the Commission’s Health Director-General on vaccine availability and the use of the EU budget.
Committee on Budgets

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Press release - Agreement reached on the European Social Fund+ for 2021-2027

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 09:53
On Thursday, Parliament and Council reached a provisional agreement on the EU Social Fund+ that contributes to social inclusion, job opportunities and fighting poverty.
Committee on Employment and Social Affairs

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Press release - Portuguese Presidency outlines priorities to EP committees

Thu, 28/01/2021 - 18:05
Ministers outlined the priorities of the Portuguese Presidency of the Council of the EU to parliamentary committees, in a series of meetings.
Committee on Constitutional Affairs
Committee on Foreign Affairs
Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development
Committee on Culture and Education
Committee on Development
Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs
Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety
Committee on Women's Rights and Gender Equality
Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection
Committee on International Trade
Committee on Industry, Research and Energy
Committee on Legal Affairs
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs
Committee on Fisheries
Committee on Regional Development
Committee on Transport and Tourism
Subcommittee on Security and Defence

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Press release - Empowering Africa: MEPs vote on strategy for a new EU-Africa partnership

Thu, 28/01/2021 - 09:13
Europe and Africa must move away from a donor-recipient relationship, said the Development Committee, outlining its vision for a relationship between the two continents.
Committee on Development

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Press release - MEPs: Hold companies accountable for harm caused to people and planet

Wed, 27/01/2021 - 18:43
Legal Affairs Committee MEPs pave the way for a new EU law that requires companies to comply with human rights and environmental standards within their value chains.
Committee on Legal Affairs

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Article - Radicalisation in the EU: what is it? How can it be prevented?

Wed, 27/01/2021 - 12:33
Radicalisation is a growing cross-border threat. But what is it, what are the causes and what is the EU doing to prevent it?

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Press release - MEPs call for binding 2030 targets for materials use and consumption footprint

Wed, 27/01/2021 - 11:03
The EU needs clear policy objectives to achieve a carbon-neutral, environmentally sustainable, toxic-free and fully circular economy by 2050 at the latest, say MEPs.
Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety

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Press release - Migrants and asylum seekers on the Greek islands: committee debate

Tue, 26/01/2021 - 12:54
MEPs will discuss on Wednesday the situation on the Greek islands and the plans to establish a new reception and identification centre on Lesvos.
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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Top story - Vaccines against Covid-19 - Ensuring safe vaccines for EU citizens

Tue, 26/01/2021 - 12:33
Find out about the Covid-19 vaccines, vaccination campaigns across the EU and how the European Parliament is supporting and scrutinising the roll-out process.

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Article - Parliament wants to ensure the right to disconnect from work

Tue, 26/01/2021 - 10:53
Parliament wants to protect employees’ fundamental right to disconnect from work and not to be reachable outside working hours.

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Article - Coming up in Parliament: vaccines, circular economy, migration

Tue, 26/01/2021 - 08:14
During a packed committee week, MEPs will talk about vaccines and sustainability as well as hold a hearing about Portugal’s priorities for the Council presidency the next six months.

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Press release - European Parliament to commemorate 76 years since the liberation of Auschwitz

Mon, 25/01/2021 - 19:39
A virtual ceremony, including speeches by European Parliament President David Sassoli and guests, will be held on Wednesday 27 January.

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Article - Plenary highlights: vaccines, new US president, right to disconnect

Fri, 22/01/2021 - 09:24
MEPs demanded more clarity about Covid-19 vaccine contracts and welcomed the inauguration of Joe Biden as US president during Parliament's first plenary session of the year.

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Press release - MEPs: Juan Guaidó is the legitimate interim President of Venezuela

Thu, 21/01/2021 - 18:05
MEPs call on the Council to unequivocally recognise Juan Guaidó as the legitimate interim President of Venezuela, and welcome the recent extension of EU sanctions.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

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Press release - MEPs: Access to adequate housing should be a fundamental European right

Thu, 21/01/2021 - 17:42
MEPs call on the EU to recognise access to decent and affordable housing as an enforceable human right and to push for measures to eradicate homelessness.
Committee on Employment and Social Affairs

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Article - Brexit deal: how new EU-UK relations will affect you

Thu, 07/01/2021 - 12:48
EU-UK relations are changing following Brexit and the deal reached at the end of 2020. Find out what this means for you.

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Article - Season’s greetings from the European Parliament

Wed, 06/01/2021 - 10:14
As a difficult year draws to a close, everyone at the European Parliament wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

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Article - The impact of textile production and waste on the environment (infographic)

Mon, 04/01/2021 - 12:46
Clothes, footwear and household textiles are responsible for water pollution, greenhouse gas emissions and landfill. Find out more in our infographic.

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