The first ever EU rules on drones will help to better safeguard people’s privacy and personal data as well as protect the environment On 12 June MEPs will vote on new aviation safety rules to provide clear and consistent laws for the use of drones in European airspace.   Why EU-wide laws are needed Research […]

For the next long-term EU budget 2021-2027, the Commission is proposing to increase funding by almost 60% for LIFE, the EU programme for the environment and climate action. The LIFE programme is among the EU funding programmes for which the Commission is proposing the largest proportional increase, with a budget of €5.45 billion between 2021 […]

Can you introduce APPLiA Europe, its missions, its skills? (In 3 words …) APPLiA is a Brussels-based trade association that provides a single, consensual voice for the home appliance industry in Europe. APPLiA’s mission is to represent the sector, to unite its diverse members into a single, dynamic, political actor, to shape European policy and […]

New rules to protect the data of Europeans online and simplify rules for companies handling personal information apply to the EU from 25 May. Research shows that only 15 % of people feel they have complete control over the information they provide online. The new General Data Protection Rules (GDPR) which come into full effect […]

By Yannis Vardakastanis, President, European Disability Forum Seven months ago the leaders of the 28 EU member states adopted in Stockholm the so-called European Pillar of Social Rights, by which they committed to a set of 20 principles and rights. From the right to fair wages to the right to health care; from lifelong learning, […]

Can you present the Permanent Representation of Romania to the European Union? What are your accreditations, your missions and skills? Like the Permanent Representations of the other Member States, our Permanent Representation concentrates its efforts, in accordance with the mandate, on supporting the EU’s legislative and decision-making processes in a way that is most favourable […]

MEPs want a fair, competitive and sustainable EU agricultural policy after 2020. They stress the importance of common rules and a budget with sufficient means. On 30 May,  MEPs adopted an own-initiative report outlining how Parliament wants  the EU’s Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) to be modernised. They stressed the importance of maintaining an integrated, EU-level […]

Today, the Commission is proposing new rules to stimulate and facilitate water reuse in the EU for agricultural irrigation. The new rules will help farmers make the best use of non-potable wastewater, alleviating water scarcity whilst protecting the environment and consumers. Commissioner Vella, responsible for the Environment, Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, said: “This proposal will […]