Parliament wants the Commission to propose legislation establishing a common definition of the crime of rape based on the absence of free, informed and revocable consent. In a report adopted on Tuesday by 447 votes to 160, with 43 abstentions, MEPs call on Member States that still define rape solely in terms of the use […]
Parliament approves the EU’s renewed trade instrument for development
On Tuesday, Parliament approved the revised rules on the Generalised System of Preferences (GSP). The updated rules, approved by 459 votes to 127, with 70 abstentions, allow vulnerable developing countries to export goods to the EU at low or zero tariffs. Several international human rights and environmental conventions have been added to the list of […]
The Commission and the European Parliament have signed an agreement to promote closer cooperation
The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen,and the President of the European Parliament, Roberta Metsola, signed the revised Framework Agreement between the two institutions. This agreement reinforces cooperation between the Commission and the European Parliament, strengthens representative democracy, improves dialogue and ensures greater transparency. It establishes an updated framework for cooperation to […]
Parliament’s budget priorities for 2027: social cohesion, competitiveness, security
On Tuesday, MEPs backed a report setting out the Parliament’s priorities for the 2027 EU budget. The text emphasises that the 2027 budget must strengthen Europe’s social model, territorial cohesion and security, and calls for a budget that boosts competitiveness and prosperity, creates and protects quality jobs, and improves security and defence capabilities. Against a […]
European institutions agree on a roadmap to achieve “One Europe, One Market” by the end of 2027
During the informal meeting of Heads of State or Government in Cyprus, the President of the Republic of Cyprus, in his capacity as rotating President of the Council of the European Union, and the Presidents of the European Parliament and the European Commission signed the ‘Roadmap for a Single Market’. This agreement demonstrates the three […]
EU long-term budget: MEPs call for a 10% increase to support the EU’s priorities
On Wednesday, MEPs confirmed their negotiating position on the EU budget for the period 2028–2034, including a breakdown of the amounts they wish to allocate to each EU funding programme. The EU budget for the period 2028–2034 (the multiannual financial framework – MFF) should be set at 1.27% of the EU’s gross national income (GNI), […]
“Sorda” wins the 2026 LUX Audience Award
The film “Sorda”, directed by the Spanish filmmaker Eva Libertad, has been awarded the 2026 LUX Audience Award, following a vote by European citizens and MEPs. “The LUX Audience Award shines a spotlight on works that open our eyes to experiences beyond our own. Sorda, this year’s winner, does exactly that, with courage, warmth and […]
235 key cross-border energy projects to boost Europe’s interconnectivity
The second list of Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) and Projects of Mutual Interest (PMIs) has been published in the Official Journal of the European Union today. It outlines 235 selected cross-border energy infrastructure projects that will strengthen energy connectivity across the continent, bringing nearer the completion of the Energy Union. Once in force, in 20 days time, it […]
MEPs support digital vehicle registration documents to cut red tape
The Transport Committee has backed digital vehicle registration certificates and compulsory sharing of mileage data and inspection results, to cut red tape and combat fraud. On Wednesday, MEPs on the Transport and Tourism Committee (TRAN) adopted their position on the revision of the EU rules setting common requirements for vehicle registration documents, by 39 votes […]