Following the detection of the new Omicron variant and the increase of diagnosed cases in Europe, European countries have taken steps to prevent the spread of the virus among their populations. Council of Ministers approves the end of the mandatory use of face masks in Spain The Council of Ministers has approved this Tuesday the […]
Russia’s military aggression against Ukraine: Council imposes sanctions on 26 persons and one entity
The Council today added 26 persons and one entity to the list of persons, entities and bodies subject to restrictive measures in respect of actions undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine. The new listings include oligarchs and businessmen active in the oil, banking and finance sectors, as well as government members, and high level military personalities, and propagandists who contributed to spread […]
Council updates recommendation on free movement restrictions
The Council has adopted a recommendation amending the recommendation on a coordinated approach to the restriction of free movement in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This update responds to the evolving epidemiological situation, the ongoing vaccination campaigns and the adoption of the EU digital COVID certificate. Free movement restrictions Member states should continue to strongly […]