The Council today extended restrictive measures by the EU addressing the use and proliferation of chemical weapons until 16 October 2020. The sanctions consist of These sanctions consist of: a travel ban to the EU and an asset freeze for persons, as well as an asset freeze for entities, currently apply to nine persons – five linked to […]
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Plans to keep EU budget funding in 2020 in the event of a no-deal Brexit
UK Researchers, students and farmers would continue to get EU support in the event of a no-deal Brexit, under provisions adopted by the Budgets Committee on Monday. The Budget Committee approved a measure to make sure that EU funds for 2019 and 2020 are fully available if the UK leaves the European Union without a […]
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The European Commission aproves € 380M rescue for Condor
The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, Germany’s plans to grant a temporary €380 million loan to charter airline Condor. The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, Germany’s plans to grant a temporary €380 million loan to charter airline Condor. The measure will contribute to ensuring the orderly […]
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The spanish government welcomes the decision of the European Commission to authorize private storage for olive oil
The European Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Phil Hogan, has announced the imminent presentation of a proposal for a regulation to open a measure to help private storage of olive oil, to help adjust the offer. The acting Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, Luis Planas, has celebrated the announcement to present a proposal […]
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The new Security and Defence Bulletin No 5 is now available!
The new Security and Defence No. 5 is now available! This bulletin summarises all the European Union’s activity in the field of Security and Defence in recent months. The bulletin is structured into News; Infographies; Documentation; and finally Magazines and Media Collection. In this September edition, we can highlight news such as Development of Multinational […]
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Remote areas can now access electricity and heat
Global climate change is largely driven by increasing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions linked to fossil fuel combustion. A novel micro-combined heat and power (micro-CHP) system for small, decentralised heating and electricity needs may offer an efficient and eco-friendly alternative. Micro-CHP systems are typically more efficient and thus have lower environmental impact than conventional energy sources. […]
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Sakharov Prize 2019: meet the finalist and the winner
The Restorers, Marielle Franco, Claudelice Silva dos Santos, Chief Raoni and Ilham Tohti were shortlisted for the 2019 Sakharov Prize on Tuesday. Following a joint vote by MEPs in the Foreign Affairs and Development committees on Tuesday, the finalists for the 2019 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought are: Murdered Brazilian political activist and human rights defender Marielle Franco, Native […]
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Brexit: European Commission statement following this weekend’s technical talks with the United Kingdom
Michel Barnier briefed EU27 Ambassadors this afternoon, following constructive technical-level talks with the United Kingdom over the weekend. He will also inform the European Parliament’s Brexit Steering Group this evening. A lot of work remains to be done. Discussions at technical level will continue today. Michel Barnier will brief EU27 Ministers at the General Affairs […]
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Why stem cells could hold key to tackling breast cancer
Stem cells can play a critical role in breast cancer relapses, EU-funded researchers have found. By understanding the molecular characteristics of these stem cells, the BRECASTEM project hopes to advance new treatments and more targeted therapies – and ultimately save lives. The cells in our body are constantly being replaced. This requires new cells to […]
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