European Parliament

Plenary session, Strasbourg

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Spokespersons for Parliament and for the political groups will hold a briefing on the 6-9 July plenary session, on Friday at 11.00 in Parliament’s Anna Politkovskaya press room.

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Newsletter - 6-9 July 2026 - Strasbourg plenary session

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The proposal adopted on Thursday will allow faster permitting for electricity grids and renewables projects, to help cut energy prices through the domestic supply of clean energy.
Committee on Industry, Research and Energy

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EU institutions receive the 2026 Ombudsman Award for Excellence in Open Administration for user-friendly EU Law Tracker.

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While economic concerns grow, Europeans value the peaceful, protective and cooperative nature of the EU, and recognise the quality of life it enables.

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Committee and political group meetings, Brussels

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The draft law aims to respond to the new security environment shaped by Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine, where fast and low-cost defence innovation cycles are critical.
Committee on Industry, Research and Energy
Committee on Security and Defence

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Accredited journalists are invited to an embargoed briefing on the results of a new survey on the public’s view of the EU and its priorities.

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MEPs want the EU to expand diplomatic relations, security cooperation and economic partnerships with like-minded partners in East Asia amid a shifting geopolitical situation.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

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On Wednesday, Parliament’s Public Health Committee adopted its response to the EU’s first ever cardiovascular health plan.
Committee on Public Health

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On Tuesday, Parliament and Council negotiators reached a provisional agreement on new rules to improve EU standards protecting workers from exposure to certain dangerous substances.
Committee on Employment and Social Affairs

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In Dublin, President Metsola and EP political group leaders discussed priorities and laid the groundwork for strong cooperation ahead of Ireland’s Council presidency from 1 July.

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Women’s Rights committee has adopted a draft report on gender inequalities in health, calling for stronger EU action to tackle systemic bias in medical research, diagnosis, and treatment.
Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality

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The digital euro would offer citizens and businesses a private, secure and innovative way to pay, while reducing reliance on non-EU providers.
Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs

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MEPs want an operational Democracy Shield with binding tools, stronger sanctions, platform accountability, and a fully-fledged EU centre for democratic resilience.
Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield

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MEPs gave a first green light to plans to support transport of military equipment, troops and assets across the EU to better deter any possible aggression.
Committee on Security and Defence
Committee on Transport and Tourism

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On Tuesday, the Foreign Affairs and International Trade committees endorsed the upgraded EU-Mexico partnership, paving the way for closer political ties and expanded trade.
Committee on Foreign Affairs
Committee on International Trade

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On Tuesday, the European Parliament will host a conference where participants will explore the prospects and challenges for pro-democracy players in Russia.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

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To combat child sexual abuse crimes more effectively, an updated EU directive criminalises new technological offences and extends the limitation periods for prosecuting crimes.
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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