EU law on nitrates pollution remains effective, with scope for smarter implementation
The European Commission last July 15 published the first comprehensive evaluation of the Nitrates Directive since its adoption in 1991. Covering more than 30 years of implementation, the evaluation shows that EU rules remain effective to protect Europe’s waters from agricultural nitrate pollution. It also identifies opportunities to […]
Fellowship – Charlemagne Prize
The Charlemagne Prize Fellowship is a one-year programme for non-resident researchers run by the European Academy of the Charlemagne Prize, aimed at young European researchers, next-generation policy experts, innovators and opinion leaders working to improve the European Union. Requirements: […]
Multiannual Financial Framework 2028–2034: The Council agrees on a negotiating position on EU support for migration, border management and internal security
On 15 July, the Council agreed on its partial negotiating position on the regulation establishing EU financial support for migration, border management and visas, and internal security for the period 2028–2034. These financial instruments will help Member States to implement […]
The EU is allocating 20 million euros in humanitarian aid following the earthquakes in Venezuela
The European Union is to allocate a further 10 million euros in humanitarian aid to support the communities in Venezuela hardest hit by the recent earthquakes. The remaining 10 million euros, subject to approval by the budgetary authority, will be […]






