Dan Jørgensen on drastic energy demands: 'That would be throwing the baby out with the bathwater'
Danish Energy Minister Dan Jørgensen cautions against drastic energy legislation in response to rising gas prices amid EU discussions.
Setback for the EU – Orban blocks Ukraine loan
Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban vetoed a substantial EU loan to Ukraine, blocking the necessary legislation despite pressure from other EU leaders.
Metsola: Courageous decisions to reduce energy bills
The President of the European Parliament emphasized the need for targeted legislation and clear timelines at the upcoming EU summit to lower energy costs and support the competitiveness of European industries.
The coalition canceled the cancellation of the office for whistleblowers / It feared the stoppage of payments from the recovery plan, changes were pushed through as an amendment to the war graves bill
Slovakia's ruling coalition has overturned a previous law aiming to restructure its whistleblower protection office, fearing loss of EU funding.
Stunning estimate: New legislation could secure over half a million jobs in the automotive sector
The EU's new Industrial Accelerator Act aims to protect and potentially secure up to 600,000 jobs in the automotive industry over the next decade.
Breakdown on temporary "chat control"
EU countries and the European Parliament have reached a deadlock in negotiations over temporary regulations aimed at combatting online child abuse.
Tusk's government launches Plan B for SAFE. Agreement with the EU despite the president's veto
The Polish government is pursuing a loan agreement with the EU for 43.7 billion euros in response to President Karol Nawrocki's veto of the SAFE financial instrument legislation.
Editorial: A nuclear power plant could soon be built right in the middle of a city
The Finnish government has proposed a reform of nuclear energy legislation that would allow small nuclear power plants to be constructed near urban areas.
Sejm heated by political war around SAFE
The political conflict in Poland intensifies regarding the SAFE program, following President Karol Nawrocki's veto of legislation to implement EU funding for defense.
Dispute over SAFE after presidential veto. The President's Office accuses the government of trying to circumvent the law
President Karol Nawrocki has officially announced his veto regarding the implementation of the EU's SAFE program, prompting Prime Minister Donald Tusk to convene an extraordinary government meeting to initiate a 'Plan B'.
What to do with SAFE, or Nawrocki does not want to be a 'right-wing sissy'
Karol Nawrocki vetoed legislation aimed at allowing Poland to secure an EU loan for defense industry development, raising larger questions about military expenditure and its implications.
Pressure on banks for faster payments: 'In the EU, they got tired of it'
The Swedish central bank, Riksbanken, is pressing banks to implement faster payment services or face legislative action by March 2027.
In Parliament - important vote on sanctions against Russian and Belarusian citizens: the project has overcome the first hurdle
Lithuanian Parliament approved the initial legislation to extend sanctions against Russian and Belarusian citizens for another 18 months.
Representation of Abuse: A Curious Vote Restricts Child Protection in the EU
The EU Parliament's recent vote complicates the extension of rules allowing internet providers to scan unencrypted messages for child abuse imagery and grooming attempts.
EU finalizing deportation bill for illegal migrants
The European Parliament is set to vote on a new proposal aimed at streamlining the deportation process for illegal migrants, including rejected asylum seekers and overstayers.
EU Member States and the European Parliament Agree on a Ban on Names Like Vegetarian Steak
The EU Member States and the European Parliament have reached an agreement to ban the use of terms such as 'vegetarian steak' in food labeling.
The Apps Play with Your Brain - This is Why You Lose
Tech giants exploit our brains to keep us addicted to social media, prompting calls for legislative action against their manipulative designs.
The dispute over alcohol continues in parliament – experts have different views on the EU distance sale percentage limit
Disagreements arise among experts in Finland regarding whether the country must allow the remote sale of alcohol from other EU countries up to 80% ABV.
Then comes the decision on how the collection of your waste will be resolved
New EU legislation will require all property owners in Sweden to establish waste collection points for various recyclables within ten months, creating challenges for older properties in urban areas.
Brussels emphasizes in the European Parliament that the V-16 beacon complies with EU legislation
The European Commission asserts that Spain's requirement for the V-16 beacon does not violate EU laws, as vehicle safety regulations fall within national jurisdiction.
Women’s Rights: EU Rejects New Fund for Safe Abortions
The EU has rejected a proposal for a new fund aimed at ensuring safe and legal abortion access for all women in the EU.
New IT protection standards in business – implications of the implementation of the NIS2 directive
The EU adopted the NIS2 directive to enhance cybersecurity resilience in critical sectors and services across member states, mandating new obligations for member countries, including Poland, to implement cybersecurity measures.
European Parliament: It’s time for the EU to explicitly define 'rape' based on the absence of 'consent' - 'Only 'yes' means 'yes'
The European Parliament has called for a uniform definition of rape based on consent, emphasizing the need for legislation that centers on the absence of consent in legal proceedings.
EU Court: Hungary has violated EU legislation
The EU Court has ruled that Hungary violated EU law by failing to renew the broadcasting license of an independent radio station, Klubradio.
Government accelerates work on the patient card. At stake are 3 billion zlotys from the KPO
The Polish government is expediting the development of an electronic patient card as part of its e-health legislation, aiming to secure 3 billion zlotys in digital health funding from the EU.
Every day of delay costs. Will Poland manage to use funds from SAFE?
The article discusses the implementation of the SAFE financing instrument in Poland and the challenges posed by legislative amendments and VAT regulations.
Trump's New Tariffs, Lex Huawei, and Orbán's Threats
The podcast discusses new tariffs imposed by Trump, a ruling from the US Supreme Court on the legality of tariffs, and implications for EU relations, as well as cybersecurity legislation in Poland known as Lex Huawei.
From video games to the European Commission: the battle for digital rights in the 21st century begins
The Stop Killing Games platform has presented over 1.3 million signatures in Brussels, urging the EU to legislate against the shutdown of online video games, igniting a broader debate on digital content rights.
European Union: How much should Europe isolate itself?
The EU is debating a significant legislative proposal aimed at strengthening domestic industries, highlighting a conflict over its economic doctrine.
What’s coming: an urgent calendar for agriculture in Congress
The article discusses the urgent legislative agenda for Argentina's agriculture sector, focusing on seed laws and the need for the country to approve an agreement with the European Union.
Revealed: how Orbán blocked €90bn loan for Ukraine
Hungary has obstructed a €90 billion EU loan for Ukraine by not supporting key legislation needed to approve the funding.
When will SAFE land on the president's desk? The Senate approved important amendments
The Polish Senate has approved amendments to the SAFE legislation aimed at enhancing military support for EU member states, which will now return to the Sejm before being sent to the president for final approval.
Surprising Turn in Alcohol Home Delivery Law - Social and Health Committee Released Confidential EU Document from Years Ago
Finland's Social and Health Committee revealed confidential documents containing new insights into the EU Commission's stance on alcohol imports, which could significantly affect the country's alcohol remote sales law.
ECB Official: The digital euro will cost EU banks between 4 and 6 billion over 4 years
The introduction of the digital euro could cost European banks between 4 and 6 billion euros over four years, according to a European Central Bank official.
Kristina Kallas: Estonia does not support 'chat control'
Estonian Minister of Education Kristina Kallas announced that Estonia does not support the mandatory surveillance of private internet conversations, known as 'chat control', in the EU discussions.
The President Did Not Propose Amendments to SAFE Despite Numerous Doubts and Announcements
The President of Poland failed to submit amendments to the SAFE legislation concerning EU funding for the defense industry, despite prior indications of intent.
Cars, the EU raises barricades against the Chinese invasion
The EU is taking measures to protect local car manufacturers from the increasing competition posed by Chinese companies in the automotive market.
Europe is only arriving now. The League has been proposing these solutions for years
Andrea Ostellari, Deputy Minister of Justice, emphasizes the effectiveness of new immigration legislation in Italy, asserting that the EU is now aligning with long-standing proposals from the League.
Argentina one step away from being the first country to ratify the Mercosur-EU agreement
Argentina's Chamber of Deputies has approved the Mercosur-EU trade agreement, moving it to the Senate for final voting, positioning the country to be the first to ratify the agreement.
D. Tsiodras to the Commission: Better coordination of national authorities to strengthen the single market for the benefit of entrepreneurship and consumers
Greek MEP D. Tsiodras calls for enhanced coordination among national authorities to simplify EU legislation and strengthen the single market for businesses and consumers.
The status of a close person and income tax. The session of the Sejm starts. Where to watch?
The Polish Sejm is set to convene for its 51st session, where members will discuss various legislative matters including amendments related to energy law and tax information exchange.
European Parliament: 'Green light' for 90 billion to Ukraine, but with a warning about corruption
The European Parliament approved legislation for a €90 billion loan to Ukraine to address its urgent financing needs amid the war with Russia, while alerting about potential corruption.
Europe Tightens Migration Policy with Two Key Texts That Complicate Asylum Applications
The European Parliament has approved new legislation that allows member states to return asylum seekers to countries deemed 'safe', complicating the asylum process.
South American country will be a 'third safe country' for migrants expelled from Europe
The European Parliament approved changes to EU regulations defining a 'third safe country' for migrants, which includes several nations and allows member states to send migrants abroad.
Deputies: the government formalized the call for a session to discuss juvenile criminal reform and the European Union-Mercosur agreement
The Argentine government has called for a parliamentary session to discuss juvenile criminal reform and the EU-Mercosur agreement scheduled for Thursday.
Only 0.1 percent marked as 'illegal' - What social networks really delete
The article discusses the low percentage of content marked as illegal by social networks in the context of EU regulations, and the ongoing criticism from the U.S. regarding censorship.
The party led by the Prime Minister of Poland wants to introduce penalties for desecrating the European Union flag
The political party representing the Polish Prime Minister aims to establish legal protections for the EU flag, reviving a legislative initiative similar to one proposed in 2019 by a now-defunct party, with minor amendments.
New requirement for foreign workers: They will have to learn the Croatian language
Foreign workers in Croatia must learn Croatian to extend their work permits, as mandated by new government legislation to align with EU regulations.
Plenković: In some cities the situation was critical, Dalmatia has our support
The Croatian government is proposing amendments to the Aliens Act to align with EU legislation, aimed at improving conditions for third-country nationals in the context of migration agreements.
Another politician ends career due to Epstein case. He was supposed to leak secret information from the European Union
Former British minister and US ambassador Peter Mandelson is leaving the House of Lords amidst revelations of his close ties with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, which have prompted the UK government to draft legislation that could strip him of his noble title.