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The European Parliament elections: what can we expect?

Posted on 28 November 2023
by Hanna Krijgsman van Spangenberg

A look ahead to the European Parliament elections on 6 – 9 June. In June 2024, the European Parliament elections will be held again. For the tenth time, citizens of the European Union Member States will elect the members of the European Parliament (EP). Although…

Democracy and Rule of Law

It’s time to update the EU’s Regulation on Access to EU documents

Posted on 17 March 2022
by Ornella Rodriguez Lafuente
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Concerns that the European Union lacks transparency have increased among civil society groups, journalists, and EU citizens in recent years. Access to European Union documents is and has always been a fundamental tool for ensuring transparency and increasing the accountability of EU public officials.…

Animal Welfare

The European Parliament wants an end to animal testing

Posted on 9 February 2022
by Charlotte Vanderbemden
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An end to scientific experimentation on animals In September 2021, the European Parliament asked the European Commission to initiate legislative proceedings to end scientific experimentation on animals and to replace it with less cruel techniques. Specifically, it wants to reduce the amount of animal testing…

Consumer Protection

Christmas Shoppers Must be Vigilant: Counterfeiters are Coming to Town

Posted on 23 December 2021
by Madalina Nicolai
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Tis' the season The digital commerce sector in Europe has significantly expanded since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, safely providing consumers access to goods in times when severe restrictions are in place to protect people’s health. In 2020, 73% of the EU-27’s population shopped…