EU law has a real impact on the everyday life of Europeans. This is why enforcement of EU law is a top priority for the Commission. The European Commission adopted a Communication on the enforcement of EU law, setting out its work to ensure that EU law is complied with and citizens and businesses can […]
EU Commission approves €220 million Spanish measure to support COBRA in production of renewable hydrogen
The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a €220 million Spanish measure to support Cobra Instalaciones y Servicios, S.A. (‘COBRA’) in the production of renewable hydrogen, with the aim of promoting its use in industrials sectors. The measure contributes to the achievement of the EU Hydrogen Strategy and the European Green Deal targets, while helping reduce […]
EU launches overseas aid stockpile in Latin America and the Caribbean
Building on the success of rescEU in Europe, this overseas EU aid stockpile will be used to pre-position equipment such as shelter items, first aid kits, food and sanitation items to deliver them directly from the region when crises such as natural disasters occur. Following his recent visit to Colombia, Commissioner for Crisis Management Janez Lenarčič is […]
Commission steps up action to promote digital literacy among young people
The Commission has published Guidelines for teachers and educators in primary and secondary schools, on how to address disinformation and promote digital literacy in their classrooms. The guidelines provide practical support for teachers and educators and include definitions of technical concepts, class-exercises and how to encourage healthy online habits. This toolkit covers three main topics: building […]
Agriculture: Commission approves new geographical indication for Spain
Brussels, October 6, 2022. The Commission has approved a new Spanish Protected Geographical Indication (PGI), “Vaca Gallega – Buey Gallego” for beef from the breeds Rubia Gallega, Morenas Gallegas (Cachena, Caldelana, Frieiresa, Limiana and Vianesa), Asturiana de los Valles, Limusina, Rubia de Aquitania, Frisona and Pardo Alpina, either purebred or crossbred, raised in the territory […]
Commission adopts a more flexible antitrust Informal Guidance Notice; withdraws Antitrust COVID Temporary Framework
The European Commission has adopted a revised Informal Guidance Notice that allows businesses to seek informal guidance on the application of EU competition rules to novel or unresolved questions. The revised Informal Guidance Notice provides for more flexible conditions and aims at increasing legal certainty, to the benefit of businesses seeking the guidance when assessing the […]
September Infringements package to Spain: key decisions
In its regular package of infringement decisions, the European Commission pursues legal action against Member States for failing to comply with their obligations under EU law. These decisions, covering various sectors and EU policy areas, aim to ensure the proper application of EU law for the benefit of citizens and businesses. The key decisions taken […]
The EU Commission calls for more effective support to fight poverty and promote employment
The EU Commission calls on Member States to modernise their minimum income schemes as part of the ongoing pledge to reduce poverty and social exclusion in Europe. The Commission calls on Member States to modernise their minimum income schemes as part of the ongoing pledge to reduce poverty and social exclusion in Europe. The proposed […]
EU increases support to the protection of human rights defenders worldwide
Human rights are increasingly under threat worldwide. Against this global backdrop, the European Union reconfirms its strong support to human rights, fundamental freedoms and democracy, and their defenders worldwide. On 29 September Commissioner Jutta Urpilainen signed €30 million, a substantial increase, for the new phase of the EU Human Rights Defenders Mechanism, in the presence of civil […]