With 496 votes for, 70 against and 64 abstentions, the European Parliament adopted a resolution questioning Slovakia’s ability to fight corruption and protect the EU budget should the reform of the criminal code proposed by the new government of Robert Fico be adopted. The resolution concluded the debate of 13 December 2023. Need to protect … Read more
Debate on the December and February summits and the situation in Hungary From 9.00, MEPs will discuss with Commission President von der Leyen and Belgian Foreign Affairs Minister Lahbib the results of the December European Council, as well as looking ahead to the 1 February special summit and assessing the situation in Hungary and EU … Read more
EP President Roberta Metsola said that Parliament is ready to deliver on citizens’ expectations ahead of the 6-9 June European elections, to make Europe fairer, more competitive and fit for the digital age. “2024 will be a crucial year, where our democracies and liberties will be put to the test”, said Alexander De Croo, referring … Read more
With 457 votes in favour, 92 against and 32 abstentions, MEPs endorsed a deal reached with the Council to further cut emissions from fluorinated gases. The text foresees a total phase-out of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) by 2050, including a trajectory to reduce the EU consumption quota between 2024-2049. It introduces strict requirements that prohibit placing on … Read more
Jan-Christoph Oetjen (Renew, Germany) was the sole candidate and was elected by acclamation. Ms Beer left her seat in the European Parliament to take up a position as Vice-President at the European Investment Bank. Based on Parliament’s Rules of Procedure, in the event of a vacancy, a new Vice-President (VP) is elected to take the … Read more
Prime Minister De Croo to present the priorities of the Belgian Presidency From 9.00 to 10.30, Belgian Prime Minister Alexander de Croo will outline to plenary the programme of activities of the Belgian Presidency of the Council of the EU, running from 1 January to 30 June. A press conference by President Metsola and Prime … Read more
Commemoration ceremony for Jacques Delors Parliament held a commemoration to pay tribute to the life and legacy of Jacques Delors, during which they observed a minute of silence. President Metsola said that Europe had lost a political giant, a visionary and a pioneer, who saw an opportunity to unite Europe in democracy and solidarity at … Read more
Biljana Borzan (S&D, Croatia), who steered the legislation through Parliament and led the negotiations with the Council, will give an overview of the new rules and answer journalists’ questions. When: Wednesday, 17 January 2024, 14.30 CET. Where: European Parliament in Strasbourg, Daphne Caruana Galizia press conference room (WEISS N -1/201). How: Accredited media representatives can … Read more
