The EU has taken an important step towards the protection of journalists and human rights defenders against unfounded claims or abusive court proceedings. The Spanish presidency of the Council and the European Parliament reached a political deal on a directive which would protect these individuals from strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPPs). The use of […]
EU acts to reduce harmful chemicals
The new rules will further reduce the amount of dangerous chemicals in waste and production processes by introducing stricter limits, removing pollutants from the recycling chain and banning certain chemicals. As the EU moves towards a circular economy, which promotes the re-use and recycling of products, it is taking action to ensure toxic chemicals do not […]