Schuman Fellowships are remunerated and can be taken up at one of the European Parliament’s official places of work (Brussels, Luxembourg and Strasbourg) or at its liaison offices in the Member States. These fellowships are named after Robert Schuman, in honor of one of the main architects of the European integration project, which has brought […]
Turkey’s accession process to the EU must remain suspended
Turkey’s geopolitical and strategic importance does not justify its democratic drift, according to Parliament, which insists that the criteria for EU membership are non-negotiable. In the current context, and despite the democratic and pro-European aspirations of a significant part of Turkish society, the process of Turkey’s accession to the European Union cannot be resumed, MEPs […]
The sports world turns out to celebrate Europe Day
The world of sport is coming together this week to celebrate Europe Day (9 May) with the #SportwithEurope campaign, organised by the European Parliament, the European Commission and the Consejo Superior de Deportes. Several federations from different sports will show their support, in their respective competitions, for the symbols of the European Union, such as […]
Parliament establishes a European Order of Merit
On the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the Schuman Declaration, the European Parliament establishes the European Order of Merit, the first European distinction of its kind. On the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the Schuman Declaration, the founding moment of European unity, the Bureau of the European Parliament has decided to establish a […]
China lifts sanctions against MEPs
The lifting of Chinese sanctions against Members of the European Parliament marks a step in restoring parliamentary dialogue with China. Last April 30, President Metsola informed the Conference of Presidents of the decision of the Chinese authorities to lift the sanctions against any Member (as well as their families) and Committees of the European Parliament. […]
MEPs advocate storage refill flexibility to bring down prices
The draft law adopted on Thursday seeks to address speculation on the gas market and bring down prices, by introducing greater flexibility in rules on gas storage refilling. The Industry, Research and Energy Committee has backed the Commission proposal to extend the EU’s 2022 gas storage scheme until 31 December 2027; it was otherwise set to end […]
MEPs endorse gradual roll-out of Entry-Exit System
On Wednesday, the Civil Liberties Committee endorsed plans to gradually roll out the Entry-Exit System (EES) at the EU’s external borders. Civil Liberties Committee MEPs adopted a draft position on the proposed gradual launch of the Entry-Exit System (EES) at EU external borders by 54 votes in favour, 2 against and with 10 abstentions. Once […]
Budgets Committee sets out priorities for next long-term EU budget
MEPs in the Budgets Committee have backed the first report outlining Parliament’s vision for the next long-term EU budget. In the report adopted on Wednesday by 23 votes in favour, 9 against and with 2 abstentions, MEPs emphasise the need for a significantly more ambitious long-term EU budget (multiannual financial framework – MFF) that can […]
Protecting children from unsafe toys
The agreed draft legislation comes in response to a number of emerging challenges, such as risks relating to digital toys and the surge in online shopping. On 10 April evening, Parliament and Council negotiators reached a provisional agreement on new EU toy safety rules to enhance the protection of children’s health and development. The deal […]