MEPs push for a reform of the EU budget to respond more effectively to evolving needs, address funding gaps, and increase flexibility and crisis responsiveness. Committee on Budgets
On Thursday, the European Parliament adopted three resolutions on the respect for human rights in China, Chad and Bahrain. Committee on Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Human Rights
EU companies will be required to disclose information on salaries to expose existing gender pay gaps. Committee on Employment and Social Affairs Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality
Speaking to European Council, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola focused on the way forward for the EU on competitiveness, energy, fighting inflation and helping Ukraine.
On Thursday, EP President Metsola, EC President von der Leyen and Czech Prime Minister Fiala signed a joint declaration to promote a digital transition based on EU values.
Following her address to heads of state or government at the European Council, EP President Roberta Metsola will hold a press conference today at around 10.30.
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola will represent the European Parliament at the summit and address the heads of state or government at around 9.30 on 15 December.
The proposed law will accelerate the procedure to grant permits for new renewable energy power plants, such as solar panels or windmills, or to adapt existing ones. Committee on Industry, Research and Energy
On Wednesday, MEPs agreed to a modified regulation allowing the €18 billion support package to be transferred to Ukraine after Hungary had vetoed the original proposal.
The EU should set up an international conference to bring the two-state solution back on track in order to restore political prospects for long-lasting peace. Committee on Foreign Affairs
A delegation of the Culture and Education Committee will travel to Budapest for insights into recent developments in the country’s cultural, education and media policies. Committee on Culture and Education
A delegation of the Women’s Rights and Gender Equality Committee will hold meetings 2-4 November on women’s rights and sexual and reproductive health and rights. Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality
On Thursday night, Parliament and Council reached a provisional agreement on revised CO2 emissions reduction targets for new passenger cars and light commercial vehicles. Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety
EP President Roberta Metsola has condemned the decision of the Iranian regime to sanction several MEPs, as well as journalists, human rights defenders and institutions.
The Transport and Tourism Committee approved two separate agreements with Ukraine and Moldova to make the cross-border transport of goods easier. Committee on Transport and Tourism